Cass County 4-H Newsletter
October 8, 2026
October 4-10 - National 4-H Week
October 24 - Cloverbud Club
October 26 - Adult Volunteer Training
October 26 - Pups and Learning (PAL) Program interest form deadline
October 29 - Everything Equine and Wine, Thief River Falls
October 31 - 4-H Club Charters deadline
November 1 - BLU registration opens
November 5 - 4-H Treasurer Training
November 9 - Federation Meeting - 6 PM
November 14 - Cloverbud Club
November 17 - Club Leader Orientation Webinar
November 19 - 4-H Treasurer Training
December 12 - Cloverbud Club
January 9 - Cloverbud Club
February 13 - Cloverbud Club
March 13 - Cloverbud Club
April 10 - Cloverbud Club
Thursday, October 8: Thankful Thursday
On Thursday of National 4-H Week, help us shine a light on all the good that 4-H does! A day to recognize all 4-H'ers who are doing good and making positive impact by helping their communities and beyond.
Share your own story or celebrate someone who is making a difference - another 4-H'er, volunteer or educator We want to know, on Thursday, October 8th and use #4HBeyondReady
National 4-H Week is October 4–10, and this year’s theme is Beyond Ready! Join Cass County 4-H as we celebrate the youth, volunteers, families, and communities that make 4-H such a meaningful part of growing up. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing daily celebrations on our Facebook page, highlighting 4-H spirit, memories, community impact, and the many ways 4-H helps young people learn, grow, and prepare for their futures. Follow along, join in the fun, and help us spread the word about all the great things happening in 4-H. Once a 4-H’er, always a 4-H’er!
Building A Future
While Beyond Ready is the overarching theme, at a state level, we have designated one day (Wednesday) as 4-H Building Day - focused on sharing how a renovated 4-H Building will prepare youth for their futures in new ways - Wednesday, October 7 Building a Future (4-H Building Day)
The 4-H Building campaign, why a renovated 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair will help prepare youth for their futures in new ways including learning zones and summer camps. 4-H Building campaign promo video - short version.
Help us show Cass County how many families are growing, learning and leading through 4-H! Stop by the Cass County Extension Office and grab yours while supplies last.
📍 Stop by the Cass County Extension Office
🌱 Pick up a FREE 4-H yard sign
📸 Put it in your yard and take a picture
📱 Share it on social media and tag Cass County 4-H
All Youth in Grandes K-5 are Invited!
Let’s kick off the new year with the NE 4-H Cloverbud Club with a bang! Youth in grades K–2 and grades 3-5 are invited to explore what 4-H is through hands‑on activities as we create 4-H Superheroes! In Cass County we are highlighting the "what's next" and having a Clover+ Club too for youth in grades 3-5. The Pathway from Cloverbud --> Clover+
All youth in Grades K-5 will meet at the same time and same place. So bring the Family! :)
Youth will learn about what 4-H is and then create their very own paper‑bag Superhero. Youth will create their own superhero to include special “powers” that match 4-H. Kids will explore the four H’s Head, Heart, Hands, and Health and design superhero powers that match each one. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity, and belonging in 4‑H.
This session is designed to help young learners build confidence, practice public speaking, and express themselves through art — all in a welcoming, playful environment.
Meeting Details:
Date: Saturday October 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Riverview Church, 310 Norway Ave., Pine River
** Drive around to the back of the church and use the parking lot there. The entrance facing the parking lot is the closest door to the meeting room.
We can’t wait for you to join the NE 4-H Cloverbud Club for a year of learning and discovery!
The event is free, all materials and a snack are provided.
Learn more at https://z.umn.edu/ne-4h-cloverbud-club
All Cass County 4-H youth, parents, and volunteers are invited to attend Federation meetings. You do not need to be on the executive board to participate.
All meetings are held:
Cass County Extension Office, 330 Barclay Ave, Ste A, Pine River, MN 56474
6:00 PM
Zoom/Virtual Option is always available
Meeting Leadership Rotation 2025/2026
Jan. 11, 2026 – Ambassadors
March 8, 2026 – A.N.I.M.A.L.S.
May 17, 2026 – Fur and Feathers
July 12, 2026 – Northern Stars
Sept. 21, 2026 – Poplar
Nov. 9, 2026 – Purple Pursuit
Jan., 2027 - Rangers
March, 2027 – Stony Brook
May, 2027 - Trailblazers
July, 2027 - Wranglers
Are you stepping into a role supporting 4-H clubs this year? Do you want to learn alongside other volunteers and receive quality resources and tools to support your club? Join us for one of two virtual learning opportunities.
Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
These 75-minute online trainings are open to Minnesota 4-H volunteers, potential volunteers, and youth leaders as part of our statewide volunteer development webinar program. While the content is geared towards new club leaders, anyone providing leadership and support to a 4-H members' experience will benefit from the material. Registration is open now and will be available until one week before the webinar. Contact Jeremy Freeman with questions at jeremyf@umn.edu. Learn more and register.
Michelle Boness-Hahn
