Calendar: 4-H Youth Development events

The Communication Arts program is open to any youth involved in Extension youth programs. It includes two age divisions: the Junior division (youth finishing or completed third through sixth grade) and the Senior division (youth finishing or completed seventh grade through their final year in 4-H).

We have an all animal showmanship clinic at the Stutsman County Fairgrounds. We have instructors for each specie and you can sign up for 4 different sessions. This is a free event and an opportunity to purchase a t-shirt promoting showmanship! Mark you calendars – more info and email to come.

The Communication Arts program is open to any youth involved in Extension youth programs. It includes two age divisions: the Junior division (youth finishing or completed third through sixth grade) and the Senior division (youth finishing or completed seventh grade through their final year in 4-H).

Other 4-H Counties are welcome to participate4 for $3.00 per person

4-H HORSE PRACTICE DAY
RSVP Required

Thursday, May 30, 2019
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Minot Trail Riders

Helmets Must be Worn When Riding

What to Bring: Youth are encouraged to bring their 4-H Horse for hands-on training in: showmanship, clipping, fitting, nutrition, and animal health. Additional events covered may include: Horsemanship, Trail, Reining, Ranch Horse Pleasure, English Equitation, Hunter Hack, Barrel, Poles, and Keyhole

Pizza and water will be served

If you plan to attend, please RSVP to shirrell.ott@ndsu.edu or call 1-701-857-6450

Hosted by McKenzie County with Rick Schmidt

Come experience a variety of 4-H activities. Adventure Camp focuses on different activities each day and encourages friendship, leadership and an appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Topics will include fun with outdoor science, exploring nature, healthful living, and many large-group activities such as canoeing, fishing, Capture the Flag, archery and water activities.

The Communication Arts program is open to any youth involved in Extension youth programs. It includes two age divisions: the Junior division (youth finishing or completed third through sixth grade) and the Senior division (youth finishing or completed seventh grade through their final year in 4-H).

The Communication Arts program is open to any youth involved in Extension youth programs. It includes two age divisions: the Junior division (youth finishing or completed third through sixth grade) and the Senior division (youth finishing or completed seventh grade through their final year in 4-H).

The Communication Arts program is open to any youth involved in Extension youth programs. It includes two age divisions: the Junior division (youth finishing or completed third through sixth grade) and the Senior division (youth finishing or completed seventh grade through their final year in 4-H).

FREE for grades 5 to 7 (limited to 60 participants) lunch and snacks provided! Activities will include robotics, mobile application development, coding, drones and rockets. Please register by emailing Holly Halvorson at Holly.halvorson@ndsu.edu

This six-day intensive summer citizenship program is for youth ages 15-19 (at the time of the trip).

If you attend CWF, you can expect to get a behind-the-scenes look at our nation’s capital, become involved in activities that stress the importance of civic and social responsibility, and experience hands-on learning in our nation’s capital.

CWF is held in June or July, and is open to any youth (ages 15-19) who apply. The cost is approximately $1700. Registration deadline is March 1.

The ND 4-H Foundation Meeting will be held June 10th in Washburn. Location TBD.

Have you always wanted to try out 4-H Camp? Bring your parent or guardian and discover 4-H fun at camp! Together you will make new friends, explore the outdoors and appreciate one-on-one time in a beautiful outdoor setting. Campfire, crafts and exciting 4-H project activities await, let the adventure begin! Come see why 4-H campers have so much fun!

The parent or guardian attending must also register for Clover Camp. The invoice will reflect $0.00 as your registration fee is rolled in with the youth registration fee. The parent or guardian will go through our Youth Protection Policy screening before their registration is approved. If you have any questions regarding this process please call 701-231-7259.

Are shooting sports your passion? This camp is designed to improve your shooting skills. Youth will participate in 3-D, World Federation Archery Field Archery, and NFAA Field Archery. Archers will make an archery target butt. Archery skill analysis, improvement plans and challenges will make for a full week of fun and skill development. Youth should bring their own equipment.

Registration ~ 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Mandatory Horse Exhibitor Meeting ~ 9:45 a.m. to 10 a.m.

English Show ~ 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hunter Under Saddle
Hunt Seat Equitation
Hunter Hack
Equitation Over Fences

Western Show ~ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Showmanship Halter*
Western Pleasure*
Western Horsemanship
Trail
Ranch Horse Pleasure
Reining
Barrel Racing*
Pole Bending
Keyhole Race
Goat Tying

Cloverbuds* will follow the regular 4-H Class for Showmanship Halter, Western Pleasure, and Barrel Racing.

Entry fee $3.00 per lot

Outside Counties are Eligible for Blue, Red, and White Ribbons

All Events Follow NDSU 4-H Horse Show Rules and Judging Guide (GBH092)

Helmets are REQUIRED on All Mounted Events

Must Check Out with Horse Superintendent – Participants are Responsible for Cleaning the Area Around their Trailer

Pre-Register by Thursday, June 13th. Register by Calling Ward County Extension Office 1-701-857-6450 or Emailing shirrell.ott@ndsu.edu

Do you know the term hippology is Greek for the study of horses? Are horses your passion? Do you want to improve your 4-H horse show experience in showmanship, horsemanship and horse judging? This is the camp for you. Youth will learn about horse health, hoof care, nutrition, selection and general care. We will test your knowledge of horses with a friendly, competitive quiz bowl activity. You do not need a horse for this camp.

Have you always wanted to try out 4-H Camp? Bring your parent or guardian and discover 4-H fun at camp. Together you will make new friends, explore the outdoors and appreciate one-on-one time in a beautiful outdoor setting. Campfires, crafts and exciting 4-H project activities await. Let the adventure begin! Come see why 4-H campers have so much fun.

Cooking is fun, but when the temperature goes up, can you and your teammates face the challenge? Here’s your chance to be top-notch chef. From learning how to make treats to outdoor cooking and food preservation, this camp is for youth who love cooking. The final day includes a Grill Masters for the Day grill-off contest. Parents are invited to the grill-off. (RSVP)

Could you survive in the wilds of North Dakota? Nature provides for all our basic needs, so come have fun building shelters, tracking animals, and discovering cool and exciting wilderness skills such as fire starting and orienteering. Youth will participate in after dark-challenges and compete in team-building activities to win the challenge trophy. Campers will sleep outside in a tent one night.

The state 4-H Communication Arts event will be held at the Ward County Administrative Building (Extension Office). Is not part of the state fair 4-H activities. First place participants from the district events will be invited to participate in demonstrations, speech, interpretive reading, dramatic presentations, mass media, electronic presentations, and FishTank: Youth Entrepeneurship.

Develop your self-confidence, problem-solving and stress-management skills while forming lifelong bonds with other youth from military families. Campers learn leadership, cooperation and communication skills through team-building activities such as friendly competitions, water fun and much more.

This awards application is for the selection of delegates to National 4-H Congress, National 4-H Conference and other opportunities that may be announced. Delegates have the opportunity to participate in these experiences and represent the North Dakota 4-H program.

Do you like to create rustic treasures? Do you see potential in tired, outdated or discarded materials? Learn the principles of design and explore your creativity to make home décor and other items using recyclable materials. You will learn how to explore your community for project ideas and materials. Campers will make lifelong friends and participate in many other camp recreational activities.

The field day will provide demonstrations and hands-on activities focused on horticultural plant identification and the basics of plant growth and pollinators. Potential activities may include tree identification, tree pruning and planting demonstrations, a drone demonstration, tours of the high tunnel, hydroponic salad table demonstration, plant propagation exercises, pollinator lessons and observations, tour of NDSU fruit research, weed identification, and organic production.

The state range judging contest is held in conjunction with FFA. The location will be determined later. This is a tentative date. Dr. Sedivec has practice sites available for a couple of days prior to the contest.

More information to come!

More information to come!

The National 4-H Conference is a week-long program for youth ages 15-19 held in April at the National 4-H Center near Washington, DC.

More information to come!