4-H FORECAST for Pipestone County
news & notes for 4-H families | April 2022
Pipestone Stands Tall at Regional Project Bowl - Headed to State!
Pipestone County 4-H was well represented at the Regional Quizbowl/Project Bowl contest in Redwood Falls on Saturday, March 19. About 23 youth from Pipestone County made up five teams that competed in the dairy and general livestock project areas. All five teams performed extremely well and special thanks goes to the coaches and parents for putting in the time with our 4-Hers! Read more...
Event Information
4-H State Project Bowl Contest
When?
Saturday, Apr 9, 2022, 08:30 AM
Where?
Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, Sauk Rapids, MN
4-H Fundraiser Top Sales People
The annual Pipestone County 4-H fundraiser was a success! All or our local 4-H families are asked to participate in the fundraiser of selling World’s Finest Chocolates, Pastry Puffins and MinnTex Fruit. Each family is asked to sell a designated amount, but the individuals listed below far exceeded that amount. Read more...
Animal ID Deadline - May 16!
It's that time of the year for 4-H livestock families. It's important for new and seasoned members to pay attention to the important information related to the Animal Identification process as there can be changes from year to year. Read more...
Swing into Spring Learning Projects
Swing into Spring by creating some fun, do-at-home learning projects. These spring themed Independent Learning sessions will include six different projects and explore a variety of areas. Read More.
4-H Project Judges Clinic
University of Minnesota Extension will host a 4-H judges clinic for those interested in judging 4-H projects at the County Fair on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the RTR School in Tyler, Minnesota from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Both new and experienced judges are encouraged to attend. Read more...
Summer isn't summer without 4-H camp!
4-H Camp is a great way to have fun outdoors and meet new friends! Camp will again be held at Shetek Lutheran Ministries, (Lake Shetek); you can choose one of two camp sessions -- June 20-22 or June 22-24. Read more...
National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, 2022
During National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, we honor the many contributions of Minnesota 4-H volunteers. Read more...
Apply to be a Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador!
During their one-year term, state ambassadors facilitate and take part in activities to promote, represent, plan and implement high-quality programming for Minnesota youth. Read more...
Register for 2022 YELLO!
Youth Exploring Leadership and Learning Opportunities, or YELLO, is the annual statewide, four-day leadership conference hosted by the Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors. Read more...
Farm Service Agency Loans for Youth
FSA makes loans to individual young persons to start and operate income-producing projects of modest size in connection with their participation in 4-H clubs, FFA, a Tribal youth group, or similar agricultural youth organization. Read more...
Pipestone County Extension Office
Brandi Schaap, Extension Educator, 4-H
bmraatz@umn.edu or 507-825-1194
Katie Johnson, Administrative Support Specialist
delaneyk@umn.edu or 507-825-1191
Email: mnext-pipestone@umn.edu
Website: https://extension.umn.edu/local/pipestone
Location: 119 SW 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Pipestone, MN 56164
Phone: 507-825-1190
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pipestoneco4h
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