4-H Activities

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Ambassadors

What is the purpose of the Ambassador program?

Ambassadors are select representatives of the La Crosse County 4-H program.  Their mission is to promote the La Crosse County 4-H program while they develop their leadership skills.

What do they do?

To accomplish their mission ambassadors will: 

• help at festivals by presenting awards, ushering and emceeing
• work at the fair
• talk with community groups about 4-H
• go out to clubs to promote upcoming events
• go to schools to recruit members
• be in parades
• do TV and/or Radio spots

What are the qualifications?

Ambassadors must currently be a freshman, sophomore or junior in high school. The time commitment involved is one year starting in May. Ambassadors should have a desire to be a leader, be knowledgeable about 4-H and want to promote it. Most importantly they should be willing to learn and have fun while doing so.

• 2009-2010 Ambassador Application (word format)
• 2009-2010 Ambassador Application (adobe format)

Clover College

Come join us for a day of learning fun! There are many classes to choose from for all grade levels, even adults. This day of learning is available to both 4-H members and community members, so check out what we have to offer.

• 2009 Clover College Brochure

Curious Kids Camp

Come spend the afternoon with us while we explore water, sand, wind and lots of other things all while having FUN!

• Who: 4-H members or Community Members in grades K-4th
• Cost: $10 per 4-H member or $15 per community member
• When: Tuesday, August 18th
• Where: Van Riper Park Shelter #2, Onalaska

  Informational Flyer and Sign Up Form

We are still looking for adults or youth leaders who would be able to help out that day. Please contact Jenny (785-9593 or jenny.holm@ces.uwex.edu) for more information. It is going to be a blast - we hope you can join us.

Gateway Academy

Participants will work together in a fun, exciting environment using leading-edge technologies to learn about robotics, aeronautics and computer design. They will also participate in a field trip to a local manufacturing company, learn about high school courses in engineering and work with other La Crosse County youth on engineering and team building activities.

2009 Gateway Academy

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Middle School Adventure Camp

Join us for a fun-filled overnight camp at beautiful Eagle Bluff Environmental Center in Lanesboro, MN. There will be time to socialize and participate in team-building experiences, including the popular "Tree Tops" high ropes course. This favorite activity is led by certified staff, it promotes personal growth and group bonds. This opportunity is available to any 4-H member in grades 6th, 7th or 8th. We also encourage you to bring along a friend (friends do not need to be 4-H members). So, sign up today!

• 2009 Middle School Adventure Camp Sign Up

Shooting Sports

La Crosse County 4-H Archery Invitational: Friday April 3rd and Saturday April 4th 2009

More details can be found on the Registration Form located below.

Archery Invitational Registration Form

La Crosse County 4-H Invitational Shoot: Saturday, August 29th 2009

More details can be found on the registration form and in the rules posted below.

	Invitational Shoot Registration Form
	Invitational Shoot Rules & Procedures

La Crosse County 4-H Trap Shooting Program:

	Spring 2009 Registration -- Mondays April 20th - May 18th
	Fall 2009 Registration -- Mondays Sept. 14th - Oct. 12th

 

Softball

• 2009 Softball Rules
• 2009 Tournament Sign Up Forms

Summer Camp

La Crosse County youth can attend 4-H camp at Upham Woods near Wisconsin Dells. The camp experience is open to any interested youth currently in grades 3-8. A regular cabin camp is offered for campers in 3rd -6th grade while an advanced camp, offering a more independent schedule, is available for 6th- 8th graders. Youth attending do not have to belong to 4-H to experience summer camp. The camp fee covers lodging, all meals, crafts, camp T-shirt, insurance and transportation to and from camp. Wisconsin's environmental resources will be emphasized in theme activities throughout camp.

2009 Summer Camp is August 9th-12th

2009 Summer Camp Brochure

 

Wisconsin 4-H & Youth Conference

What is it?

Approximately 700 youth attend this educational event in Madison each summer. Participants take part in educational seminars and assemblies and meet people from across Wisconsin. There are many excellent seminars to choose from including such variety as learning to kayak on Lake Monona, biotechnology, video production, tours around the area, and many more. For free time, delegates have choices for supervised tours, dances, and recreation in University facilities including the Kohl Center. Performances by the State 4-H Showcase Singers and State 4-H Drama Company are also part of the conference. 

What are the qualifications?

You must be an enrolled La Crosse County 4-H member in grades 8, 9 or 10 and have completed the "Evaluation of 4-H Program" form. This form must be received in the UW-Extension office by the due date.

• Evaluation of 4-H Program Form (Word format)
• Evaluation of 4-H Program Form (pdf format)

 

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