4-H News

May 28 from 5:00-6:00pmFond du Lac County Campus400 University Dr, Room 205/206 Learn from experienced Giant Pumpkin Growers about their techniques, process, challenges and enjoyment of growing a giant pumpkin.   Speakers: Seeds/plants will be available courtesy of Mike Schmit and the Wisconsin Giant Pumpkin Growers (WGPG)   In partnership with Fond du Lac Festivals For more […]

Youth of all ages as well as adults are invited to enter the state-wide LEGO Building Challenge! This month’s theme is Vehicles. Submit your entry by June 1.

4-H Youth Leader Austyn invites youth to a hands-on Drawing Cats Workshop focused on building drawing skills and adding detail through shading and blending techniques. Participants will learn how to draw cats step by step from start to finish, explore how shading and blending add depth, and discover ways to make each drawing unique with […]

🥪 Stack It. Grill It. Smash It! 🥪Think sandwiches are boring? Think again! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll turn everyday leftovers into next-level sandwich masterpieces. Learn how to build bold, tasty favorites like classic Reubens, creamy Chicken Salad, and a cheesy Portobello Mushroom Grilled Cheese that hits just right. You’ll practice real culinary skills—chopping, mixing, […]

The 4‑H Adult Leader Food Stand isn’t just another fair stand — it is one of the largest fundraisers supporting our countywide 4‑H programs, events, and scholarships. The dollars raised here directly impact what we can offer youth all year long. Right now, the Food Stand Committee needs help. Several long‑time leaders have stepped back after many years of […]

Find your spark at one of the many day camps offered this summer! From art to cooking to LEGO building, there is something for you! Cloverbud Day Camps (Grades K-2) Around the World Camp (Grades 3-8) – June 29-July 1 Get ready for an exciting global adventure! Pack your bags and grab your passports as we […]

UW–Madison Division of Extension — Fond du Lac County is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 19–25, 2026, by recognizing the dedicated volunteers who make Fond du Lac County 4‑H possible and encouraging others to get involved. Fond du Lac County 4‑H relies on community volunteers who generously share their time, skills, and […]

Family Learning Day is one of those events that really shows what 4‑H is all about—giving young people the chance to try new things, learn by doing, and discover what they enjoy. In Fond du Lac County, this annual event plays an important role in helping youth find their sparks, or the interests that motivate […]

We’re excited to launch a brand‑new 4‑H club focused on hands‑on gardening experiences through the Junior Master Gardener (JMG) program! Youth in grades 3-8 will dig into real gardening skills—planting seeds, exploring hydroponics, caring for indoor and outdoor plants, and tending the garden beds right at the Fond du Lac County Campus. Guided by Master […]

1. Login to your 4-H Online account. If you need help resetting the password, email program assistant Sarah Stevenson at sarah.stevenson@wisc.edu 2. Click the blue “View” button next to the member you wish to see. 3. On the left hand side of the screen, click “Projects” 4. If you need to add or drop a […]

The four Essential Elements of Positive Youth Development work together to ensure that youth work towards a better future for themselves and their world. The four Essential Elements are: Belonging is a huge piece of supporting new families in the 4-H program.  4-H Educator Tracy Keifenheim held a New Family Orientation on January 14.  Families […]

Oriole Sparks: Fun with Science brought excitement and discovery to local classrooms this fall! Over six weeks, 60 middle and high school students dove into hands-on experiments that made science come alive—building colorful layered drinks to learn about liquid density and exploring real-world applications of scientific concepts. Partnering with Bessie Allen Middle School and Horace […]

Shared from Washington County 4-H On November 5, 2025, thirty-three 4-H members from Washington, Ozaukee, and Fond du Lac Counties traveled to UW–Madison for the annual Tri-County Science Expedition. This hands-on STEM adventure brings youth directly into university research spaces, giving them a chance to explore real science, meet experts, and envision themselves in future […]

Do you know how to do simple car maintenance, crochet/knit, or sand and paint a piece of wood? Have you ever decorated a cake, grown vegetables, or created scale models of trains/cars? Would you be interested in learning with youth how to build a rocket, how to work with animals, or how to make balloon […]

National 4-H Week is the first full week in October, during which millions of youth, parents, volunteers, and alumni across the country celebrate everything 4-H. Area 4-H clubs observed National 4-H Week this year by showcasing the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people and highlighting the remarkable 4-H youth in our community who work […]

On July 23, twenty-eight eager Cloverbuds embarked on a day filled with cosmic creativity and hands-on learning during our “Out of This World” themed day camp. Guided by two youth leaders, two adult volunteers, and two staff members, campers explored space-themed STEM activities and interstellar art projects that sparked curiosity, fostered teamwork, and encouraged imaginative […]

Fond du Lac County 4-H’s 2025 Foodie Camp welcomed 11 youth for a three-day culinary journey rooted in experiential learning. The camp, held in June, blended hands-on cooking with lessons in food safety, nutrition, and teamwork—led by a dedicated team of a Youth Leader, Adult Volunteer, 4-H Summer Intern, and 4-H Program Educator. Participants engaged […]

As the school year winds down, 4-H is gearing up for an exciting summer filled with hands-on learning and personal growth. June brings a variety of enriching opportunities, including the annual Foods Revue, Cloverbud & Foodie Day Camps, dairy judging practices, Area Animal Science Days, and engaging project meetings. Each experience allows youth to develop […]

Are you looking for ways to get more involved in your community? Do you have a hobby, skill, or career that you would love to share with youth? Fond du Lac County is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the growing list of 4-H project leaders. A comprehensive project leader training program is being offered to […]

Seven Fond du Lac County youth leaders were part of 40 youth from 8 different counties attending Winter Leadership camp. Over the course of the weekend Extension educators facilitated Leadership Summit- Hike your Leadership Trail from Nebraska Extension. Friday night youth arrived at Camp Spencer Lake in Waupaca. After checking in, youth had the opportunity […]

Tracy Keifenheim, 4-H Educator, partnered with the Fond du Lac Boys and Girls Club Roberts location to continue a 4-H club within the Boys and Girls Club. Keifenheim worked with Anna Koepsell, Roberts Extension Director, to build out the 6-week Art Club for 1st and 2nd-grade members. The club had 9 youth members. Over 6 […]

This event is open to the public. 4-H and community youth are invited to attend Family Learning Day at UWO Fond du Lac Campus. Learn a new skill or gain fresh ideas. It will be a fun, informative day. Parents are encouraged to spend the day with their child and help them find their sessions. […]