Join Saginaw 4-H
Learn more about joining Saginaw 4-H at https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginaw/4-h/join-saginaw-county-4-h
Choose your OWN path to 4-H membership!
We have many 4-H experiences, programs, and clubs that focus on crafts, science, shooting sports, archery, outdoor education, sewing, baking, gardening, hiking, fishing, camping, and more!
PATHWAYS TO JOIN 4-H
4-H members can enroll in as many Clubs and activities as they wish.
JOIN A 4-H CLUB
1.Look through the club directory.
2.Contact the club leader(s) to inquire about club-specific information.
3.Choose a primary Club(s) to join. Youth can enroll in more than one 4-H Club.
4.Enroll in 4-H Online once you have spoken to the club leader(s).
JOIN AS AN INDPENDENT 4-H MEMBER
Independent 4-H members participate in programs and events outside of a 4-H Club.
1.Enroll in 4-H Online.
2.Select the "Saginaw County 4-H General Experience" as your primary club.
Stay connected to select the 4-H experience you want to join. Sign up when available.
JOIN A 4-H SPIN CLUB – CAMP- EVENT
1.Enroll in 4-H Online.
2.Select the SPIN Club or Event you want to join. Events very through the year.
3.Stay tuned for program details and meeting information from event organizers.
Contact gathstac@msu.edu or call 989-907-6500 for more information on getting involved with 4-H!
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Rabbit Showmanship Clinic
April 27 from 1:00-2:30pm
Taught by Glenda Weiss, State 4-H Rabbit Leader, youth will learn a variety of showmanship techniques.
Rabbit showmanship involves knowledge of rabbit care and management and how to present and handle a rabbit to a judge.
Great for all ages and skill levels.
The clinic will be hosted at the Saginaw Valley Extension and Research Center (3775 S. Reese Road Frankenmuth, MI 48734).
Open to Saginaw 4-H members and volunteers.
Note: 4-H Clubs should work together to bring only 1 Rabbit. If you club does not have access to a rabbit, please contact gathstac@msu.edu.
REQUIRED
Registration is required to attend the event.
Youth AND Volunteers register at https://rabbitshowmanship.4honline.com
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Saginaw 4-H Youth Fun Day
Registration is Open!
Get your friends together and join us for Saginaw 4-H Youth Fun Day on May 19 from 4:00-8:00pm at Zehnder’s Splash Village in Frankenmuth! Thank you to the Saginaw 4-H Council for sponsoring this event for Saginaw 4-H members at a discounted rate. Your ticket includes 2 slices of pizza, a cookie, one drink, and 4 hours of swimming fun!
Who Can Attend:
Saginaw 4-H members and approved Saginaw 4-H volunteers
Immediate parents/guardians and siblings ONLY of a Saginaw 4-H member
Not a current Saginaw 4-H member but want to join and attend? See below for details how to become a 4-H member.
Cost:
- $25.00 for Saginaw 4-H members ages 5-19 AND approved Saginaw 4-H volunteers
- $35 for non-4-H immediate family members (parents/guardians and siblings of 4-H members)
- $10 for non-swimmer
- All attendees MUST register by May 15 to receive the discounted rate.
Please see the age and supervision policies at the Zehnder’s website below to follow for the event.
Families are responsible for the youth that they bring.
Payment:
- You will pay day of the event in the lobby at the 4-H table
- Forms of payment – Cash or check. Make checks out to the Saginaw 4-H Council.
Registration deadline is May 15th.
Learn more and register at https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/saginaw-4-h-youth-fun-day-splash-village
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4-H Adventure Camp
Registration is open for the 4-H Adventure Camp!
Space is limited so sign up today! Saginaw or Bay County 4-H membership is required.
Not a 4-H member? You can still attend camp. See the link below on how to enroll in 4-H and register for camp.
4-H Adventure Camp is from June 23-25 at beautiful Camp Neyati in Clare MI and is a 3 day/2 night overnight camp experience for youth ages 9-14.
Cost is $75 per youth and includes a camp t-shirt and all food.
Camp activities will include swimming, boating, fishing, biking, archery, arts and crafts, games, campfires, hiking, bouldering, and so much more!
See https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-adventure-camp for more camp details and how to register.
Contact gathstac@msu.edu (Saginaw 4-H) or julinho@msu.edu (Bay 4-H) for more information.
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Volunteers Needed at Camp
4-H Adventure Camp needs volunteers! June 23-25, 2024 at Camp Neyati in Clare, MI. Saginaw and Bay Counties are teaming up and heading to summer camp this year!
Camp could not happen without 4-H volunteers and we need your help! Busy schedule, you can help at camp for a few hours, for a day, or more.
There are many different ways you can volunteer at camp.
- Chaperone (day or night or both)
- Health officer (prerequisites are required for this role)
- Archery instructor (must be 4-H certified instructor)
- Boating/waterfront supervision
- Arts and crafts
- Sewing project
- Fishing
- Cooking classes
- Leading camp games and challenges
- Cook assistant
- General help
- Tye Dye T-shirt classes
- Field games
- More!
Fill out the volunteer interest form at https://forms.gle/PBdi1nSPidbxZsj1A and 4-H staff will reach out to you to discuss opportunities!
You can also contact gathstac@msu.edu (Saginaw 4-H) or julinho@msu.edu (Bay 4-H) to learn how you can help support this camp experience for 4-H youth!
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Explore the Farm Through the Seasons
Registration is now open for the second session (April – June) of Explore the Farm Through the Seasons workshops series at Schomaker Farms!
Schomaker Farms and Saginaw 4-H Michigan State University are teaming up to offer a 12-month farm education learning series in 2024. Each month will offer a different learning topic and hands-on activity. Youth will be fully immersed in the farming experience!
This spring it’s all about planting! Plating seedlings, transplanting starters, and planting in the fields.
All sessions will take place at Schomaker Farms located at 1103 Leddy Rd, Saginaw, MI 48609
Session registration will be released three months a time.
Open to ages 5-19. Activities are best suited for youth ages 8-13. Younger youth may need help with activities.
4-H membership is required. Space is limited!
Cost:
- $10 per session per youth or $20 per youth for 3 sessions.
- Youth under the age of 5 may attend along with a registered sibling.
- NO REFUNDS will be given.
Additional program details will be sent to all participants prior to the start of each session.
See full schedule and learn how to register at https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/explore-the-farm-through-the-seasons-workshop-series
Questions, contact gathstac@msu.edu
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Saginaw Bay 4-H Fish Camp
Save the Date! July 16-17, 2024
Calling all 8-12 year olds interested in learning how to fish and protect our Great Lakes!
All campers will receive a
fishing rod with a reel, tackle box, t-shirt, and snacks.
On July 16-17 from 9-3pm, MSU Extension, Saginaw County 4-H, Michigan Sea Grant, Project FISH, and many local partners are hosting the Saginaw Bay 4-H Fish Camp at Haithco Park, Saginaw.
Youth will learn about knot tying, tackle crafting, casting, aquatic ecology, angler ethics and more! Open to 4-H members ages 8-12 (as of January 1, 2024).
Cost is $25 and scholarships are available. Please note refunds will not be given after registration. Not a 4-H member? Sign up for 4-H for free! Space is limited!
Registration opens May 1 learn more and register at https://bit.ly/SB4HFC.
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4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp
Scholarships are available for Saginaw 4-H members to attend. Learn more about applying for a scholarship at
https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginaw/4-h/scholarships-awards
4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp is an annual three-time national award-winning camp that mixes summer camp fun and hands-on science education.
The camp will be held July 28-August 3, 2024 on the northern shores of Lake Huron at Camp Chickagami in Presque Isle. This Michigan State University (MSU) pre-college program is for teens aged 13 to 15 or those who’ll enter eighth through tenth grade in the fall. The registration fee is $500 and includes meals, snacks, lodging, a T-shirt, and program and activity costs.
Learn more and about the camp and REGISTER at https://www.canr.msu.edu/4_h_great_lakes_natural_resources_camp/
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Tractor Supply Company Paper Clover
From April 24 – May 5, Tractor Supply Company (TSC) customers across the nation will have the opportunity to support 4-H youth by purchasing a $1 paper clover at checkout, both online and in stores.
Funds raised will support county, state and national
4-H programming.
To learn more regarding the campaign, visit
www.canr.msu.edu/events/spring-tractor-supply-co-paper-clover-campaign.
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Month of the Military Child
The commitment you put into “Making Your Best Better” is significant. Through your 4-H experiences you are molding your future by growing your skills, becoming a leader, and serving your community.
Your 4-H journey has required curiosity, determination, accountability, and dedication to learning and growth. Your efforts are commendable and deserve to be recognized with a Michigan 4-H State Award, the highest honor bestowed on a 4-H member.
The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program is a hands-on learning experience that allows 4-H members to develop and practice “adulting” skills such as resume writing, filling out an application, and interviewing. Applications and interviews are based on communicating your 4-H participation and learning
experiences. Applicants are eligible to compete for cash prizes and be recognized for their 4-H involvement.
Who: 4-H members 13-19 years old (on January 1)
Submit an application: https://events.anr.msu.edu/StateAwards24/
Application deadline: April 1
Find complete information on the website: https://www.canr.msu.edu/4_h_scholarships_and_recognition_program/4-h-awards-and-recognition-program/youth-recognition/
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MI 4-H Exploration Days
Scholarships are available from the Saginaw 4-H Counci to attend 4-H Exploration Days.
Learn more at
https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginaw/4-h/scholarships-awards
Join Michigan 4-H for a pre-college summer program geared towards youth 12-19 years old. Exploration Days takes place June 19-21, 2024 on the campus of Michigan State University. This unique program allows youth to explore careers, meet new people, stay on a college campus, and learn new ideas.
Registration opens March 25, 2024 at 7:00pm. More information can be found on https://www.canr.msu.edu/4_h_exploration_days/ and by contacting gathstac@msu.edu at the Saginaw 4-H office.
We look forward to you joining us and growing this summer with 4-H!
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MI 4-H Day with the Detroit Tigers
Michigan 4-H Day with the Detroit Tigers is back! Join Michigan 4-H and MSU Extension for a fun day at Comerica Park as the Tigers take on the Kansas City Royals on Sunday, April 28!
Michigan 4-H youth, volunteers, staff and their families will enjoy exclusive gameday opportunities and a portion of every ticket sold in the 4-H block will be donated back to Michigan 4-H.
New this year, Michigan 4-H guests will receive:
- A dual-branded Michigan 4-H and Detroit Tigers item (details to be released shortly). The item will be redeemed on gameday in section 332.
- An exclusive pregame on-field opportunity
To order your tickets, visit https://fevo-enterprise.com/Michigan4h24.
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2024 Adulting 101
MSU Extension 4-H has an exciting new line up of Adulting 101 sessions coming up in 2024. Join us monthly for free sessions to build life skills helpful in transitioning to "adulthood." L
MSU Extension's Adulting 101 program will be starting up again in January.
Our FREE monthly series will begin on January 17 at 6:00 pm ET with “The Psychology of Spending and Saving,” presented by Lake Trust Credit Union.
Sign up here for this class and many more here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/adulting-101-2024
- Cover Letter and Resume Writing - April 10 at 6 pm
- Build and Protect Your Credit - May 15 at 5 pm
- Traveling on a Budget - June 6 at 6:30 pm
- Cooking Basics - July 16 at 4 pm
- Summer Berries: Jam and Jelly - August 12 at 4 p.m.
- Changing the World with Your One Vote - September 16 at 5 pm
- Paying for Post-Secondary Education - October 16 at 5 pm
- Cracking the Code to College - November 19 at 5 pm
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States' 4-H International
"Open your Home and Heart, become a host family today, create memories that will never fade away!"
Host a Japanese youth in Summer 2024 through States’ 4-H International!
Invite an international youth (ages 12-17 years) or adult chaperone into your home for three and a half weeks and share an American experience. Expand your family’s cultural understanding, learn about new foods and customs, and possibly a new language all while sharing your own.
You and your children will build lifelong friendships and will gain new perspectives on your own country too! Applications to host can be found at www.states4hexchange.org
For more information contact : Michigan 4-H International Exchange Program Coordinator Jan Brinn brinn@msu.edu or Co-Coordinator John Wurm wurmj@msu.edu.
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MI 4-H Shooting Sports Workshop
Registration is now open for the Spring Shooting Sports Instructor workshop! Join us for 2 days of classes focused on everything you need to know to teach Shooting Sports fundamentals to youth as part of a 4-H Youth Development Program.
Follow this link to learn more and register: https://events.anr.msu.edu/2024SSInstructorSpringWorkshop/ Questions? Email us at 4H.ShootingSports@msu.edu
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JOANN 4-H Campaign
March 3-May 4: JOANN 4-H Campaign
While visiting your local JOANN store, you can support 4-H by adding a donation or rounding up at checkout. The funds donated will support the 4-H program with 50% going back to local 4-H programming and 10% supporting Michigan 4-H.
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Show Your Money Smarts Contest
The Show Your Money Smarts Contest is back for its sixth year!! Young people, 13-19, learn how to keep your money safe and compete with other youth across the state of Michigan in this 30-question online challenge. High scoring youth will be entered into a prize drawing to win $50 gift card.
Start developing good financial habits at a young age and learn how to choose a financial institution that works for you! Learn more and sign up here to get money smart: https://bit.ly/4-Hmoneysmart
Thank you to our generous sponsor, Michigan Credit Union League!
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Keeping Your Money Safe
Ready to take charge of your finances? It's YOUR money, and it's time to make it work for you! Join us for an interactive webinar and get ready to learn how to keep your money safe and secure.
These webinars will also help prep you for the exciting Show Your Money Smarts Contest! https://www.canr.msu.edu/4-h-money-smarts/show-your-money-smarts-contest
Don't miss this chance to level up your financial literacy game! Register today!
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Cover Letters and Resume Writing
Are you thinking about earning some money this summer? Now is the time to start preparing for your job search!
Join MSU Extension for our next Adulting 101 session, Cover Letters and Resume Writing on Wednesday, April 10 from 6 to 7 pm ET. Create or improve your resume and cover letter with useful tips and tricks from our experienced Workforce Preparation Educators.
Register here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/resumewriting
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Be a Camp Counselor
Great Lakes and Natural Resources camp is looking for youth counselors for camp week! Camp runs July 28th through August 3rd this year and there is a counselor orientation on July 26th and 27th.
This is a great opportunity for youth ages 16-20 looking to get some leadership experience in a fun, fast-paced camp setting!
Counselors attend camp for FREE!
Please reach out to Laura at potterla@msu.edu with any questions.
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4-H Alumni and Supporters Walking Challenge
Starting May 5th, MSU Extension will host another 4-H Alumni & Supporters Walking Challenge, where participants will track their miles walked and compete for a top spot in the contest!
Each week, top contestants will win a 4-H swag prize.
The county who logs the most miles throughout the whole challenge will earn a $100 cash prize for their county 4-H program!
Random weekly winners will also be chosen amongst registered participants who have actively engaged in the contest during the previous week. Please register at: https://events.anr.msu.edu/WalkingChallenge/
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4-H ANIMAL AND LIVESTOCK EVENTS | |
Pre-Fair Dog Fun Match
Eaton County 4-H dog project leaders and members extend a HEARTY WELCOME to Michigan 4-H Dog Project members and leaders and invite you to join us for a day of showing and fun being hosted by the Eaton County 4-H Dog Committee. The 2024 4-H Pre-Fair Dog Fun Match is on May 18th, 2024.
It will take place at the Pavilion, Eaton County Fairgrounds - 1025 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813. Pre-registration is preferred. Please return registrations forms by Sunday, April 29, 2024. You can email your forms to zaire@msu.edu.
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4-H Dairy Health Day
Join us on MSU's campus on Saturday, April 20th, 2024, for an educational event for any 4-H youth ages 12-19 as of January 1st, 2024, or 4-H volunteers who are interested in dairy science!
This day program will cover multiple topics about dairy health. Participants will select two of the three sessions. Lunch and t-shirts are provided! Participants will also participate in a GooseChase scavenger hunt!
The cost is $35 per participant.
Registration spots are limited to 60 spaces! Click the link below to get registered!”
Registration Link: 4-H Dairy Health Day - 4-H Dairy Cattle Production & Management (msu.edu)
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Saginaw 4-H and Open Horse Shows
Join Saginaw 4-H for three upcoming OPEN and 4-H horse shows this season at the Saginaw County Fairgrounds. Show dates: June 1, June 29, and June 30 – 2024.
Shows are $5/class or $40/day per horse/rider combo or class. Each additional horse in any given class has to pay $5 for that class.
Learn more about the Saginaw 4-H 2024 Horse Shows at https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginaw/4-h/4-h-horse-shows.
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MI 4-H and FFA Meats Judging Contest
Registration is now open for this year’s 4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest! The contest will take place on Wednesday, May 8th at the MSU Meat Lab. Youth who participate in 4-H and FFA can compete in both divisions at this contest.
Find more information, including the registration form, here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-and-ffa-state-meats-judging-contest-2024
Registration will close on April 26.
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Pullorum Tester Workshop
The Certified Pullorum Tester Workshop covers:
-Federal and Michigan laws concerning in-state and interstate movement
-Michigan poultry laws for fairs, exhibitions and swap meets
-The National Poultry Improvement Plan’s (NPIP) U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid Clean program---Training on how to properly conduct a plate test for Salmonella Pullorum.
To register please go to the following link: https://www.mipoultry.com/events/pullorum-blood-tester-training.
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4-H COUNCIL AND COMMITTEES | |
Saginaw 4-H Council
April 4: Saginaw 4-H Council Meeting 7:00pm
This INPERSON meeting will take place at the Saginaw 4-H Office at 723 Emerson St. Saginaw MI 48607
Please consider attending these monthly meetings to help plan and offer events and learning opportunities for youth in Saginaw county.
Help is needed! Use your skills to help with fundraising and scholarships, youth recognition, planning youth camps, clinics, leadership events and more!
4-H youth can be and are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to sign up for officer positions and attend meetings. Youth participation in a 4-H council is a great way to learn leadership skills guided by adult mentors, make connections and friendships, and even build your portfolio!
Questions, contact the Saginaw 4-H office at gathstac@msu.edu or call 989-907-6500
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Saginaw 4-H Horse Council
April 15: Saginaw 4-H Horse Council Meeting at 7:00pm (Hybrid-Zoom and In-person)
All are welcomed and youth are encouraged to attend. In-person meeting will be at the Saginaw County Fairgrounds.
If you are interested contact gathstac@msu.edu for more information.
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VOLUNTEER EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS | |
Volunteer Webinar Series
Working with Cloverbuds - April 22
Learn and share techniques to support a successful group setting and help spark youth engagement. This series will provide volunteers with a variety of learning opportunities to help them grow as a volunteer and support Michigan 4-H’ers.
This session will be offered twice, once as a daytime option and once as an evening option.
Come attend this session to learn and share techniques for working with Cloverbuds (ages 5-7) and project ideas that work well with this age group. This session will be offered twice, once as a daytime option and once as an evening option.
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4-H members get a jump start on the planting season
Spring is almost here, and 4-H members got a jump start on the planting season at the third session of “4-H Explore the Farm Through the Seasons” workshop series at Schomaker Farms!
We learned all about the life cycle of plants, the germination process, what plants need to grow, and how to plan a garden. Participants got to take home some starter plants and we also got to feed the chickens! In this program, youth are fully immersed in the farming experience!
Thank you to Schomaker Farms for hosting this workshop.
We hope you will join us for the next session at farm! Learn more at https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/explore-the-farm-through-the-seasons-workshop-series
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4-H CLUB & PROGRAM BEST PRACTICES | |
This section will feature a different topic each newsletter highlighting best practices for 4-H clubs and programs. | |
Tools for building strong clubs
Activities and recreation are tools that can strengthen an already energetic program or revitalize one that is lagging. VanWinkle, Davis, Skubinna and Larwood (2005) define recreation as “games, skits, parties, songs, camping, hikes and refreshments.”
They suggest that recreation – which can occur at any time – is important because it allows participants to (a) feel a sense of belonging, (b) become acquainted, (c) practice cooperation, (d) develop leadership skills and (e) release excess energy. In particular, they suggest using the following ideas for helping to build a strong 4-H club:
The information that follows lists these activities, defines them, provides their purpose and offers examples and other pertinent material. It can help your group think about how to make the coming year the best one yet!
Group-Building Ideas for 4-H Club and Group Meetings is an excellent resource for volunteers who are looking for specific ideas for club activities.
It’s available on the Michigan 4-H website
at https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/group_building_ideas_for_4_h_club_group_meetings.
Seethe full article for details at https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/tools-for-building-strong-clubs
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Stacie Gath (She/Her/Hers) | 4-H Program Coordinator | Saginaw County MSU Extension |
989-907-6500 | gathstac@msu.edu
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