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4-H Family Newsletter-March 23, 2023
Tell us about your favorite volunteers
National 4-H volunteer week is coming up April 16-22. We are so fortunate to have many special volunteers in Washington County. Take a minute and tell us how that special person(s) made a positive 4-H experience for you or your family. Just a sentence or two about someone from your club, an activity or project area who made a difference. If you have a photo, even better! This can be from both members and adults. Please email that information to Kathy at eber0002@umn.edu by April 10.
This newsletter highlights
- Ambassador meeting - March 27 (Leadership section)
- Resident Camp Counselor deadline - March 30 (Leadership section)
- Performing Arts Festival registration deadline - April 1
- New Family meeting - April 3
- Arts-In Student Director application - due April 3
- First time State Fair Exhibitor BELLE grant - due April 3 (State wide events)
- Dog Orientation - April 4 (Animal Science section))
- Rabbit Project Workshop - April 16 (Animal Science section)
- Horse Camp Registration open! (Animal Science section)
- Summer Camp - limited spots available, sign up now!
- SAVE THE DATE section is always being updated, check it out.
Upcoming County Events & Activities
Performing Arts Night Registration - Due April 1
Join us at the Stillwater Middle School Auditorium on Friday, April 14th starting at 6 PM for Performing Arts Night! This is an opportunity for clubs to put together Share the Fun skits, One Act Plays, and Talent Acts! All Performing Arts Projects will be judged on April 14th, there will be NO Performing Arts judging at the County Fair. See descriptions for each category below and register NO LATER than April 1st. Contact Megan at slate187@umn.edu with any questions.
Share the Fun Guidelines and Registration
One Act Play Guidelines and Registration
Student Director Applications - Due April 3
It’s that time of year again, Arts-In is looking for Student Directors! As a Student Director, you will work in cooperation with the directors to put together all aspects of the show - script development, music selection, teambuilding activities, and a specific area of interest (performing, band, and technical). It is preferred that you have prior Arts-In experience. Applications are due April 3rd. Reach out to Megan at slate187@umn.edu with any questions!
New Family Night - April 3
4-H staff will host a New Family Orientation starting at 6:30 PM on Monday April 3 at the Stillwater Government Center. Topics covered will include; 4-H basics, project areas, upcoming spring project registrations, animal ID deadline and more. We will allow plenty of time for your questions! If you can join us, please pre-register at z.umn.edu/WashingtonNewFamilyNight
Dakota/Washington 4-H Camp - Registration Open!
Don’t delay to register for our popular overnight camp with Washington and Dakota County 4-Hers, held June 12-14! Camp will once again be held at Baker Outdoor Learning Center in Maple Plaine, MN. Campers will participate in outdoor adventures, wilderness challenges, crafts, campfires, making new friends, and so much more!
Campers must have completed 3-8th grade (as of June 2023). Bus transportation will be provided from the Dakota County Northern Service Center in West St. Paul. Cost will be $150 per camper. Register and pay online through your 4HOnline account. Registration will close on May 12, or when camp is full. Limited spots available; register today!
Contact Megan at slate187@umn.edu with any questions.
Need ideas for upcoming Spring Breaks? The solution - start working on County Fair Projects!
Most 4-H youth would say that the highlight of their 4-H experience is the county and/or state fair. The county fair provides youth an opportunity to showcase their projects and what they have learned over the past year. Most project areas (except for Photography and Creative Arts) do not have a limit on how many exhibits can be entered. Spring break season will soon be here, what better time than to start forming some ideas and getting a start on those fair projects! Need ideas on what to bring to the county fair? Check out the resource guide at: 4-H County Fair Project Ideas
Remember to keep General/Static Project Judging Day open! - Saturday, July 29
County Fair week is; Wednesday, August 2 - August 6! Don’t miss the fun!
Cloverbud Workshop - April 22
Save the date for our next Cloverbud Workshop! The workshop will be held on April 22nd at Baytown Hall from 9 AM - NOON. The Ambassadors are busy planning the event and we’ll give you a hint… it’s on Earth Day! Register here!
Questions? Contact Megan Slater at slate187@umn.edu
Pheasants Forever Fundraiser (Due Apr. 24)
The Washington County 4-H Shooting Sports program is participating in a Pheasants Forever fundraiser this year to help keep the costs of the Shooting Sports project down for the families who participate. We are selling raffle tickets for $10 each. 100 percent of the proceeds from the Pheasants Forever raffle ticket sales will go back to the Washington County 4-H Shooting Sports program!
There are five awesome prizes for the raffle:
1st place is a CZ-USA 1210 Shotgun
2nd place is a $1000 Joe's Sporting Goods gift card
3rd place is a $500 Joe's Sporting Goods gift card
4th place is a $100 Joe's Sporting Goods gift card
5th place is a $50 Joe's Sporting Goods gift card
Checks can be made payable to: Washington County Pheasants Forever
The raffle drawing will occur on May 9, 2023. Retain the stub with the purchasers contact information (the purchaser retains the descriptive portion of the ticket). All unsold tickets, checks and cash must be returned to one of the Shooting Sports trainers or the 4-H Extension Office in Stillwater by Monday, April 24, 2023.
Please contact Ann at: churc109@umn.edu if you are interested in participating in this fundraiser. We can mail the tickets to your home or you can arrange for a pickup. All 4-H families are welcome to participate in this fundraiser!
2023 Shooting Sports Registration (Due by May 15)
Registration material has been emailed to all families enrolled in the Shooting Sports Project for the 2023 year. If you did not receive that email, please go into your 4honline account and enroll in the Shooting Sports Project, this will ensure you receive future emails.
You can find the forms to register on our website at; Washington County 4-H website
Here are the 4 steps to register;
- Enroll in 4-H and the Shooting Sports project through your family account in 4honline.
- 4-H’ers registering for 22 Rifle, Trap, and/or Black Powder must have complete a Fire Arms Safety course prior to participating in these 4-H disciplines. Fire Arms Safety courses are offered in various locations. In addition, Oakdale Gun Club requires a signed waiver (you will find at the website link above). If you are participating in 22 Rifle, Trap and/or Black Powder, please make sure the Oakdale consent is signed and returned to our office either through the mail or scanned and emailed.
- Complete the Shooting Sports registration form by May 15.
- There is a $40.00/participant or $80.00 max per family to help cover expenses of the program. Payment must be received before attending training. Checks need to be made out to Washington County 4-H mailed to the office at; Washington County 4-H, 14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater, MN 55082. Scholarship money is available if needed, contact our office for information.
Upcycling Workshop with Basic Needs - June 28
Upcycling Workshop with Basic Needs on Wednesday, June 28th, 6pm-8pm. $20
Basic Needs in Cottage Grove has offered to host an “Upcycling Workshop” at their location on Wednesday, June 28th, from 6pm-8pm. This is a great opportunity for youth interested in Fashion Revue to create an upcycled outfit for the fair! The fee is $20 ($10 going to Basic Needs and the other $10 will be used for participants to shop for an upcycling outfit.) Pre-register here by June 23. Questions? Contact Ashton Kulesa at kules010@umn.edu
Animal Science News
Llama - Alpaca project meetings continue - March 28
4-H members have an opportunity to learn and work with Llama’s, thanks to the generosity of Dan Whittaker. The last indoor project meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 28 at Hooley Hall on the fairgrounds beginning at 7:00 pm. Dan will continue talking about the llama/alpaca project along with basic terminology and care of the animals prior to working with the live animals on his farm. If you are interested, please contact Dan directly at; llamadan@aol.com
Dog Training - April 4
Dog training begins with orientation scheduled for Tuesday, April 4 at Hooley Hall beginning at 6 p.m. All dog project members and a parent are expected to attend this orientation, even if you have participated in previous years. If you are unable to attend orientation, please register for training and the Dog project so we know who is interested.
You cannot start training without proper vaccinations and a completed Dog ID form. All dogs' shots must be up to date and signed by your veterinarian.
We will have a dog training demonstration day on Tuesday, April 11 at Hooley Hall at 6 p.m. that we encourage you to attend as well to get more of a feel regarding what the classes actually are. The schedule will be explained more fully at orientation with training starting the following week, weather permitting.
Contact Megan Slater with any questions at slate187@umn.edu.
Washington County Dog Training registration
Joining the Dog Project? Here are some tips to start a bond with your dog and set you out on the right foot!
Rabbit Project Workshop - April 16
Rabbit Project members are encouraged to attend the upcoming Rabbit Project Workshop scheduled for Sunday, April 16, on the fairgrounds (Hooley Hall from 2pm - 4pm). Bring your rabbits to the workshop! Learn what you need to know to Identify your rabbit(s) by the May 15th deadline in 4honline (rabbits can be tattooed at this workshop), learn about the 4-H leasing program, and other pertinent information regarding the rabbit project. There will also be some time to learn about rabbit agility! Pre-register here
Rabbit Agility Training will take place on the fairgrounds (next to Rabbit Barn) on the following Sunday’s; July 9, 16, 23, 30 from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Watch for more info as time gets closer!
Horse Camp - Registration Now Open!
The Horse Camp Committee is busy planning an exciting 3 day Horse Camp scheduled for June 11 - 14, 2023 at the Washington County Fairgrounds! What other camp can you go to and take your horse with you? Horse Camp includes 3 full days of fun, learning, team building, and life long friendships with those who share the same passion. Youth must be enrolled in 4-H and be at least 10 years old by Jan 1 to attend. Registration packet is due May 1.
Livestock Quality Assurance & Ethics Training - June 23
Livestock Quality Assurance & Ethics Training is required of any youth 6th grade and above that would take a state fair livestock trip. It is required for youth exhibiting dairy, beef, sheep, swine, goats, llama, rabbit and poultry. Livestock Quality Assurance training helps youth provide excellent care for their food animals and ensure a high level of food safety to consumers. We designed it to enhance the educational experience of 4-H animals science projects.
Washington County 4-H will be offering Livestock Quality Assurance and Ethics Training on Friday, June 23 from 8:45 am - 12:30 pm at the Krueger Farm at: 9819 Neal Ave. S., Hastings.
Cost is $5 per 4-Her and will be collected at the event (please bring correct change).
Deadline to register is Tuesday, June 20. Register here!
Questions should be directed to Ann Church at: churc109@umn.edu
Animal Science Mentor Families Needed
We are looking for youth and/or adults willing to mentor new families in animal science projects. If you have some experience in the beef, dairy, sheep, swine, dairy/market goat, llama, rabbit or poultry projects and would be willing to help a new family get started, please contact Ann at; churc109@umn.edu let us know! We will match you up as we get requests. If you are a new family looking for some help getting started in animal science projects, let us know and we will do our best to match you up!
**New family looking at leasing a prospect calf this year - Please contact Ann if you have one.
Leadership Opportunities
Ambassador Meeting - March 27
Our next Ambassador Meeting will be held on Monday, March 27 from 6-7 PM at the Washington County Government Center. We will be putting the finishing touches on the upcoming Cloverbud Workshop, solidifying our service project plans, all while playing games and having fun! Treats will be provided. Contact Megan at slate187@umn.edu with any questions.
Resident Camp Counselor Application (Due Mar. 30)
Calling all youth leaders interested in being a 4-H Resident Camp Counselor! Camp counselors provide camp games, lead cabin activities, and supervise all aspects of your campers’ day. Selected camp counselors assist in planning camp and receive required counselor training throughout the planning process. Join us at Baker Outdoor Learning Center from June 12-14, 2023 for lots of fun, leadership, and lifelong friendships. Counselors must have completed 9th grade by the start of summer camp. Deadline to apply is March 30, 2023. Contact Megan at slate187@umn.edu with any questions. Apply to be a camp counselor here!
Youth Leadership Opportunity
Looking for youth voice on the Washington County Extension Committee. There are two open positions on the Washington County Extension Committee for youth in grades 9-12 who live in Washington County. These positions are important in providing input to the University of Minnesota Extension and Washington County partnership, which includes the 4-H and Extension Master Gardener program. The commitment is five evening meetings a year for a one year term. Please contact Tammy McCulloch, Extension Regional Director to learn more and apply at tammym@umn.edu or 612-735-6161. What a great way to learn about local government, build your resume and ensure that Extension programs address community needs!
State wide events
Minnesota State Fair
Applications for the Beginning Exhibitor Livestock Learning Experience (BELLE) Grant are open now until April 3. This grant program gifts $500 to each large-animal exhibitor (beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, horse, llama, sheep or swine) and $250 to each small-animal exhibitor (poultry or rabbits) that commits to participating in the Minnesota State Fair for the first time in 2023. 15 grants will be awarded.
Additionally, the Minnesota State Fair Foundation will award up to 22 scholarships of $1,000 each to young adults from greater Minnesota or those currently enrolled in an agriculture program. New in 2023, one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student of any age entering a skilled trade career or furthering their training. Applications for the Minnesota State Fair Scholarship are due Aug. 1.
Help spread the word to eligible youth! These opportunities have also been added to the 4-H scholarships, grants and awards page on the University of Minnesota Extension website.
Youth Exploring Leadership and Learning Opportunities (YELLO) - June 13-16
The Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors are excited to announce that the 2023 YELLO leadership conference will take place June 13 - 16 at Bemidji State University!
Youth Exploring Leadership and Learning Opportunities (YELLO) is a 4-H leadership conference for youth in grades 7+ that prepares youth to learn and lead in their communities. YELLO is planned and facilitated by the Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors.
What happens at YELLO?
This annual event aims to engage youth in building leadership skills, developing positive relationships with peers and adults, and planning how to take future action.
Activities include:
- Youth-led leadership learning: The State Ambassadors select a leadership-related topic to focus on for the year. They engage with topical experts and/or practitioners to gain a deeper understanding of the related research and then build age-appropriate lessons to deliver during the event.
- Service and education: Participants engage in hands-on service to learn about civic responsibility while also making positive contributions to the community. This year’s service focus is on food insecurity.
- Deep dives and workshops: Youth engage with the campus and/or community to learn deeply about special topics while gaining understanding of potential future careers, academic programs, or other opportunities for engagement in 4-H and beyond.
- Exploring Bemidji: Youth will get an opportunity to have some fun in the community! This could include seeing local attractions, attending arts and cultural events, or visiting other entertainment venues.
- Social events: Youth will be able to network with one another in fun ways. In the past, this has included talent shows, game nights, dances, etc.
Registration for YELLO will open in April. The cost to attend YELLO is $275, with an additional $50 fee for opting in to ride the bus. Youth will register via 4-H Online.
Virtual Horseless Horse
Interested in learning more about horses? We are excited to offer an online series for all horse enthusiasts to learn more about horses.
We will meet once a month in a virtual setting. There will be additional supplemental material that youth can work on with others or by themselves to explore each topic further.
This virtual series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 7-8 p.m.
Learn more at; 4-H horseless horse round up | UMN Extension
Looking Ahead
County Events/Activities and Deadlines
Clothing and Textiles
- June 28 - Upcycling Workshop @ Basic Needs 6-8pm, Cottage Grove
- July 20 - Fashion Revue at Central Park Amphitheater, Woodbury.
Dog Project
- April 4 - 4-H Dog Orientation, learn about how dog training will work in Washington County. Turn in your Dog ID paperwork and training fees. Registrations and forms here!
- April 11 - Dog Demo Night. Learn about the different classes offered through live demonstrations.
- April 18 - Dog Training starts
- April 23 - Tentative start date for Dog Agility.
- July 29-30 - County 4-H Dog Show
Horse
- May 7 - Horse Project Day/Tack Sale - Tentative date!
- June 11 - 14 - Washington County Horse Camp (Registration emailed to horse members early April)
Livestock
- February 15 - Market Beef/Dairy Steer ID deadline
- May 15 - Animal ID deadline (Dog, Horse, Llama, Rabbit, Dairy, Breeding Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goat (market & dairy) and leased poultry).
- June 23 - In person Livestock Quality Assurance Training - 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Krueger Farm, Cottage Grove, MN
Llama Project
Project meetings started the end of February, if you are interested, please contact Dan Whittaker directly at; llamadan@aol.com
Master Gardeners Plant Sale & Garden Expo
- May 20 - WCMG Plant Sale & Garden Expo - https://washingtoncountymg.org/wcmg-plant-sale/ We encourage 4-H families to attend this event for an opportunity to learn from the experts! Food trucks will also be available.
Performing Arts
- April 14 - Performing Arts Night - Performing Arts Night will be held on Friday, April 14 at the Stillwater Middle School Auditorium from 6-9 PM. Now is the time to start brainstorming your One Act Plays and Share the Fun skits with your clubs! All Performing Arts performance and non-performance acts will once again be judged on this night. Reach out to Megan Slater at slate187@umn.edu or Avis Peters at avisapeters@hotmail.com with any questions.
Save the Date - Arts-In Encampment
Arts-In is a 30-minute original musical performed daily at the Washington County Fair and twice at the Minnesota State Fair. The show is put together over the 4-day encampment held at the Washington County Fairgrounds in July. The cast consists of performers, band members, and the technical crew. The 2023 dates include:
Auditions - July 9
Encampment - July 16-19
Dress Rehearsal - August 1
Washington County Fair - August 2-6
Student Director applications coming soon! Contact Megan Slater at slate187@umn.edu with any questions.
Rabbit Project
- April 16 - Rabbit project workshop at Hooley Hall (Washington Co. Fairgrounds) from 2-4 PM.
- June 10 - Rabbit project workshop at Rabbit Barn (Washington Co. Fairgrounds)
- July 9, 16, 23, 30 - Rabbit Agility at Rabbit Barn (Wash. Co. Fair) 3-4 PM.
Shooting Sports
- April 24 - Final date to turn in Pheasants Forever Raffle tickets
- May 15 - Final date to register for the Shooting Sports program. Details can be found on our county website. Shooting Sports Information
Summer Camps
- June 12-15 - Our popular 4-H Summer Resident Camp will take place at Baker Outdoor Learning Center. Grades 3-8. Registration is now open in 4honline! (Online payment accepted)
- July 10-13 - 4-H Summer Day Camps will be held at the Washington County Fairgrounds, Day Camps are open to grades K-6. Registration available late May/early June.
Washington County Fair
- July 1 - County fair registration deadline. Final selection of projects and animals need to be entered in FairEntry by this date.
- July 29 - 4-H General/Static project judging (Saturday)
- July 29-30 - County 4-H Dog Show
- Aug. 2-6 - Washington County Fair
Youth enrollment and animal ID deadline
- May 15, 2023
- Participation is limited after May 15 (Not eligible for champions, auction, premiums or state trips) Blue, red and white ribbons only.
Birding Festival & Competition
The Carpenter Nature Center has invited area 4-H members and clubs to participate in their annual Hastings Area Earth Day Birding Festival! The event includes opportunities for 4-H members to attend, either as individuals, with their families, or as teams for the Youth Birding Competition. There are two options: attending the festival activities requires payment of the $5 admission ($15 for admission + box lunch,) whereas the birding competition is free to all. Those who participate in the festival activities can join tours to local birding hotspots led by experienced guides.
For the competition, a club may enter as many teams (2-5 people) in each age group as are interested. The competition rules explain the level of adult supervision needed for each age category. All kids and adults interested in birds and birding will find a variety of enjoyable activities.
Youth competitors are also welcome to attend a birding primer on Saturday, April 15th. This will be a training in identification, use of binoculars, where to find different species and includes a short walking field trip. Facilitators are asking that teams who sign up for the competition also state whether you will participate in the training as well.
o Festival schedule, registration, and competition information:
https://carpenternaturecenter.org/plan-your-visit/annual-events/birding-festival/
o Birding Primer:
more info will be available soon...
Additional questions? Contact Ashton Kulesa at kules010@umn.edu
St. Croix Youth Summit
Wild Rivers Conservancy is hosting the 2023 St. Croix Youth Summit: Your Resilient Watershed - Nurturing a Changing World, on April 20th & 21st. The summit will focus on the effects of climate change in our watershed and how we can come together as a community to help! This year, students have the opportunity to learn about:
-Local renewable energy efforts and their global effects.
-Weaving indigenous science and culture with "western" academic sciences to create climate literacy.
-The parallels between the lives of trees and humans.
-Ways climate change affects the spread of invasive species and what conservationists are doing to help.
-How to get involved with Climate Justice as a youth activist.
-How native plants affect the world around them.
-Native animals that live in our watershed.
-And more!
This free event is open to youth in elementary through high school and includes virtual learning opportunities on April 20th, as well as in-person Community Day activities on April 21st. The summit is ideal for homeschool families, classrooms, educators, and more! For more information, please visit the links below:
o Wild Rivers Conservancy:
https://wildriversconservancy.org/learn-explore/rivers-are-alive/
o Registration and schedule:
https://pheedloop.com/youthsummit/site/home/
Additional questions? Contact Ashton Kulesa at kules010@umn.edu
Congratulations
Congratulations to the Washington County Horse Bowl Teams who recently competed at the Regional Contest held in Redwood Falls! Both teams did a great job representing Washington County!
Good Luck to our two Llama Bowl Teams who will compete at the State Project Bowl Competition on April 15th in Sauk Rapids. Watch for results coming in late April!
Club Corners
Woodbury 4-H Club
The Woodbury 4-H Club met on Monday, March 6, 2023. We played an ice breaker game creating and voting on memes. We colored pictures to be sent to Color A Smile (https://colorasmile.org/). The cloverbuds did a snowman building activity. Old and new business was discussed and approved. Robinson gave a project talk on his cat speech project from the fair last year.
Respectfully,
Noelle
Workers for 2023 Midwest Mopars in the Park National Car Show
Last year, many 4-H’ers enjoyed working at the Midwest Mopars Show held at the Washington County Fairgrounds. 4-H youth will be hired to help at the front gate with putting on Wristbands. Others will be helping park cars.
Dates of the event are; June 2, 3, and 4.
Time: 7:45 am until approximately 4:00 pm
$15.00 an hour CASH. Includes travel time also. Paid at the end of each day. If you are interested, please contact Dan Nielson Director, Midwest Mopars in the Park, Spectator Entry, 763-843-1510 Cell call or text. Dan will need to know if you are interested no later than May 15th.
Volunteer & Club Leader Helpful Resources
Check out this state page for helpful resources!
https://sites.google.com/umn.edu/4-h-volunteer/
Apply to be a 4-H screened volunteer
Free youth development curriculum library
Free youth development curriculum library
The free youth development curriculum library keeps growing! There are currently 75 resources and an average of three are added per month. Be sure to bookmark the site and check back for new content!
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Youth Enrollment Information
4-H Family Tips
Things to do to get off to a good start
Enroll/Re-enroll youth for the 2022-2023 4-H year through 4honline. (4-H year runs from Oct. 1 - Sept. 30) To participate fully in county fair and state events you must be enrolled by May 15.
- Enroll/Re-enroll as an adult volunteer. Complete the process now so you are ready to step in when you want to or are needed. Volunteer application.
- Pay County membership fee $25/youth or $100 max/family (youth only). Scholarships available.
- Once your enrollment is complete you can start registering for events and activities. Save time and complete the enrollment process now. 4honline
- All links and information about enrollment/fees can be found at the end of this newsletter.
Still looking for a club to join?? Contact the club to confirm their meeting place and time. Feel free to attend multiple club meetings to find the right fit for your family. Once you have decided what club to join, please contact the club to make sure you are on their email list.
Feel like you missed something? All Family Newsletters are posted on our county website under resources.
Enroll before May 15
Families are encouraged to enroll/re-enroll early in the fall to get the most out of 4-H in the coming year. The most important part of re-enrolling is updating your information. Maybe you have a new email, new projects to add, changing to a different club, updating the grade you are in or changing health information. All of this and more can be done though your family account in 4honline. https://v2.4honline.com/
Enrollment is required annually to participate in 4-H! If you have any problems with registrations or need more information on enrollment please contact our office by email at mnext-washington@umn.edu or phone at 651-430-6800. While the 4-H year is a year-round organization, you must be enrolled BEFORE May 15th to avoid any penalties. This is also the deadline that all animals must be identified in your family account if you intend on participating in dog training or showing at the county fair.
Still looking for a club to join?? Please contact the club to make sure you are on their email list.
Yearly Membership Fee
As you may have noticed, shortly after you enrolled online you were approved. Monthly email reminders are sent to families who have not paid their county fees up until the County Fair. Members who do not pay or fill out a scholarship request are flagged at the county fair. We continue to accept checks/cash at any time. Please pay your membership fee, county fees are used not only for programming but also towards salaries for county personnel. Without this income we will be forced to raise fees for all events.
Washington County has a yearly enrollment fee of $25.00 per member (youth only) or $100 max per family for 4 or more children. We ask that you please send payment to our office address listed below.
Checks should be made out to Washington County 4-H and sent to the following address:
Washington County 4-H
14949 62nd Street North
Stillwater, MN 55082
**For those using online banking, please be sure to include Washington County 4-H as checks made out to just Washington County go directly to the property tax office**
We don't want anyone to miss out so please just let us know by completing the scholarship form.
Washington County Extension Website
- Current and past Family Newsletters
- County Animal ID letters
- News articles about our larger ongoing project areas
- Events calendar
- County club map with contacts
- County Fair information as it becomes available
- Much more
Roles of Local Youth Educators
Ann Church - Livestock (Beef, Dairy, Llama, Sheep, Swine, Poultry, Rabbit), Horse, Shooting Sports, Federation, Community Clubs, Fair, Charters and Finance, Grant writing, Foods & Creative Arts projects.
Megan Slater - Youth Teaching Youth, Ambassadors, Performing Arts, Resident/Day Camps, Dog, Goat and Cloverbud workshops.
Ashton Kulesa - STEM, Project Workshops, New Families, Food Stand, Outreach and Libraries.
Contact information is listed below.
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Ann Church
Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
(651) 430-6809
churc109@umn.edu
Megan Slater
Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
(651) 430-6805
slate187@umn.edu
Ashton Kulesa
Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
(651) 430-6807
Kathy Erf
Principal Office & Administrative Specialist
(651) 430-6800 or (651) 430-6803
eber0002@umn.edu
Washington County 4-H
14949 62nd Street North
Stillwater, MN 55082
(We are located in the Stillwater Government Center)
Office hours - Please call ahead as staff hours do vary.
8:00am-4:30pm (Monday-Thursday)
Friday by appointment
651-430-6800 or mnext-washington@umn.edu