The 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair app has everything 4-H at the fair. Use the app to get judging results, announcements for exhibitors and much more. The app is strongly encouraged for all state fair exhibitors and useful for anyone who likes 4-H!
Applications are now available for youth in 9th grade and up -- apply to be a youth member on a Minnesota State Fair 4-H show committee!
Volunteers give much to the 4-H program! Consider nominating an outstanding volunteer for a 2020 4-H Salute to Excellence Award. All nomination materials are due by Sept. 30.
Announcing the annual volunteer training for 2019: "Building 4-H Social and Emotional Learning Skills". All volunteers statewide are encouraged to attend. Dates are still being decided by each county. Further information will be shared in the next Clover Update.
The 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Leader Certification training is designed for adults and youth that lead or would like to lead training in shooting sports, wildlife or ATV safety. This year's training is scheduled in two locations (Crookston and Big Stone County), Oct. 5-6. All volunteer leaders must be fully screened active 4-H volunteers by Sept. 13. Register by Sept. 13.
Congratulations to the Swift County 4-H crop scouting team! They will be representing Minnesota at the upcoming regional crop scouting event in Iowa!
The beginning of the 4-H year is an important time to plan for risk and keeping youth safe as they participate in a variety of programs, activities, and events. Use these tools to help volunteers plan their programs.
4-H clubs and federations/councils plan and offer a variety of fun activities and outings for 4-H members during the fall months. Utilize the risk management policies and practices to minimize risk.
4-H members participate in a wide variety of activities and outings to encourage teamwork, hands-on learning and fun. These activities carry varying levels of risk which must be addressed in advance of 4-H member's participation.
