Friday 4-H Nugget

Friday, January 17, 2025

Volume 6 Issue 7

Friday 4-H Nugget

Greetings 4-H Community,

We are halfway through January, which means 4-H enrollment is wrapping up. If you have not yet enrolled for this year, do so ASAP. Clubs are meeting and sharing information with families that you will need to know.

Our first Livestock Quality Care in-person classes begin this month. Remember to sign up if you intend on showing livestock this year. Next week looks to be one of the coldest this season, so bundle up and stay warm!

All the best,

Robby Kelly, Sthele Greybar & Corey Sharp

Extension Educators

Young Ladies in Ag Forum Invitation

Please join us for the 2025 Young Ladies in Ag Forum during the Ag Women Engage Conference February 12, at the Grand Wayne Center in Fort Wayne, IN.

The Young Ladies in Ag Forum will provide high school-aged students the opportunity to grow their network and connect with peers across the state. Explore the world of marketing, entrepreneurship, and building a successful brand, all while networking with the next generation of agriculture professionals.

Early-Bird registration of $35 is currently live until January 21. Registration will increase to $45 on January 22 and runs through February 6.

Registration can be completed on 4-H Online. Lunch will be provided for all participants.

For more information, visit our website.

Explore Vincennes University with Elkhart County 4-H!

This spring break, VU is treating 60 high school 4-H youth to an all-expenses-paid campus visit, including hands-on activities in career fields like health care, public safety, technology, agriculture, and education. Participants will enjoy fun experiences at the university's recreation center, networking with VU faculty and employers, and visits to local attractions like the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and the John Deere Ag Center (see photos below). Spots are limited, so encourage your 4-Hers to take the survey using the flyer QR code or survey link—parents and volunteers are welcome too! Register for this amazing opportunity through your 4-H Online account. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to inspire our youth! If you are a parent or volunteer who wants to attend please email Penny Conover.

Teen Leadership Weekend

Teen Leadership Weekend, March 28-30, is an exciting opportunity for 4-H members to build their leadership skills, connect with peers from across the state, and prepare to make a positive impact in their communities. Held annually, this conference is designed for youth in grades 7-12 who are ready to take their leadership journey to the next level.

Participants engage in hands-on workshops, interactive team activities, and inspiring sessions led by experienced mentors and fellow 4-H members. With a focus on personal growth, teamwork, and service, the weekend empowers youth to step into leadership roles, develop practical skills, and create lasting memories!

Contact Sthele for more information!

Elkhart County Junior Leaders Invite You to go Bowling!

All youth in grades 7-12 are invited to attend the next Junior Leaders meeting at Signature Lanes, Elkhart.

The meeting will be Saturday, January 25 from 2pm-4pm. The cost is $5 which includes your shoe rental, bowling, pizza and pop! If you would like to become a Junior Leader, you can become one at this meeting!

Upcoming Junior Leader Meetings:

February 27
March 27
April 24
May 22
June 26
July 9
Fair: July 18-26

Purdue Extension Information

Elkhart County 4-H Information

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Purdue University is an affirmative action, equal access/equal opportunity institution.

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