St. Croix Stars 4-H

03/22/2026

🎉 The WI 4‑H Apparel Store is OPEN! 🎉
Show your 4‑H pride and support a great cause! Proceeds from this fundraiser benefit the Wisconsin Association of Extension 4‑H Youth Development Professionals (WAE4‑HYDP).
🛍️ Store open now through April 15
👕 Youth & adult sizes available
📦 Ship to your home or save on shipping by selecting county Extension office pickup (available at the end of May)
Support 4‑H and look great doing it!
Follow the link to order! https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://madebymetshirts.org/wisconsin_4-h/shop/home__;!!Mak6IKo!JCTbUx-T97WtUcvNSgUMUioZmKXx0U12E7I5s5_gOPsJm5AsqcmodSBcB_Xiit3PFhxwC6CdieXwQ5WO7i9J$

03/22/2026

Youth have so many choices to discover pathways to their futures!
In the Expedition Track at 4-H Summer Academy on the UW-Madison Campus, youth in grades 8-10 can explore LEGOs 🤖, Climate & Weather 🌦️, and Visual Arts 🖼️ through experiential learning around:
🍀Developing and coding a LEGO robot
🍀Learning about climate and weather
🍀Accomplishing an art activity
At Summer Academy, June 14-18, young people from across the state will be empowered on their quest to be ready for life and for work. They’ll
🍀Experience life in a residence hall
🍀Explore Campus
🍀Learn from experts and professionals
Registration – for just $150 – is open through April 26! Bus transportation is available too.
Learn more at go.wisc.edu/4HSummerAcademy!

03/22/2026

Let's continue to explore the diversity of agriculture with this lesson - "A Day Without Agriculture!"

In this lesson, students will identify the variety of agricultural products they use in their daily lives.

Find this FREE lesson and more in the Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix.

03/22/2026

📸 Thinking about entering the Wisconsin 4-H Photography Contest?

Our Wisconsin 4-H Photography Contest Guide will help you explore all the categories and see some examples before you submit your photos!

Contest categories include:

🍀 What 4-H Means to Me (projects, events, logos, meetings, talks, members)
👥 People
🐾 Animals/Wildlife
🏃 Action/Movement
🌄 Nature/Landscape
✈️ Travel

Learn more about each category in the guide:
https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/wisconsin-4-h-photography-contest-categories/

Learn more about the contest here: https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/opportunities/projects/expressive-arts/wisconsin-4-h-2026-photography-contest/

03/07/2026

DATCP is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council (WAYC). In this council, you will learn about agricultural-related career opportunities and the role DATCP plays in the agriculture industry. You will also have the chance to network with others interested in agriculture. Learn more and apply today at: https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/About_Us/AgYouthCouncil.aspx.

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

Older Youth Leaders and Adult Volunteers – looking for ways to bring the fun into your meeting agendas? Join us for the Clover Connect idea sharing zoom in March to learn some great tips and practical ideas to bring laughter and connections to your meetings! For more information and the link to sign up, visit https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/clover-connect-idea-sharing-zooms/

03/07/2026

The ribbons are fun, but the look of accomplishment in a 4-H member's eyes after they gave it their all, that's what I love to see.

02/22/2026

Reminder: Applications for Summer Academy 2026 Adult Advisors are on March 1st! Summer Academy 2026 will take place June 14–18 on the UW–Madison campus. Adult Advisors serve as mentors, guides, and support for youth throughout the experience. Those interested in serving as a 4-H Volunteer or a Young Adult Leader are encouraged to apply and learn more here: https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/opportunities/statewide-events-and-opportunities/summer-academy/

02/22/2026

02/22/2026

Are you thinking about your summer plans?
Wisconsin 4-H AmeriCorps offers paid service opportunities where you can support youth programs, build real-world skills, and make a difference in communities across the state.
This is a great fit for students, recent grads, and anyone interested in youth development, education, or community leadership.
Serve. Learn. Grow.
Explore summer positions and details here:
https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/wisconsin4h-americorps/