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Registration is open for 4-H Camp
4-H Camp is from June 14-18 at Rock River Christian Camp in Polo. Sign your child(ren) up today for an amazing week. Camp is open to ALL youth ages 8-14 as of June 14, 2026. 4-H membership is NOT REQUIRED. Early bird camp cost is $325 for 4-H members and $375 for non-4-H members until March 1. Spots fill up fast, so register here now!
4-H Spotlight | Ogle County 4-H Cares Project
The 4-H Cares Project gave members across the county an opportunity to give back to their communities. All twelve Ogle County 4-H clubs sewed, tied, and collected donations. Nearly $500 was donated to local food pantries for Thanksgiving and Christmas, along with turkeys, hams, holiday meal fixings, and other food items for seven food pantries in Ogle County. In total, more than 500 items were donated, including 30 hams and turkeys. 4-H members also donated stuffed animals, goodie bags, tied blankets, baby quilts, crocheted baby hats, and hand sewn stuffed animals to Serenity Hospice & Home, OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center for the Pediatrics Department, Emergency Department, OB, and ambulance services. Nearly 50 sets of coloring books, crayons, and markers were also donated to the Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center in Dixon. Read more here!
Day of Dabbling | Open to all youth ages 5-18
Day of Dabbling is on Feb. 28 from 9 AM to 12 PM and is a day of hands-on learning and fun that will have you DOING, THINKING, and CREATING! Bring LOTS of energy AND get ready to dabble. You do not have to be in any particular project area to attend. In fact, you don't even have to be in 4-H, so bring a friend! You must be 5 years and older to participate. For more information and to preregister by February 13, go here. The event takes place at Oregon Church of God, 860 W Oregon Trail Rd, Oregon, IL 61061.
Upcoming Events at the Natural Resource Education Center | Genoa
Pesticide Applicator/Operator In-Person Testing | Oregon
Register today for the Oregon in-person pesticide applicator/operator testing. There are four dates to choose from: February 4 & 18, and March 4 & 18. Testing takes place at the Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 W Pines Rd in Oregon.
Gardening for Pollinators | Belvidere
Introduction to Hydroponics | Oregon
Upcoming Community and Economic Development Webinars
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Freezer Meal Fundraiser
They’re convenient, delicious, and perfect for busy days… and they’re BACK! Our Spring Freezer Meal Fundraiser returns, and this time all meals come in individual servings. Freezer meals are a lifesaver when you're on the go — and they make great gifts too! This round, you’ll receive two sets of five meals, giving you 10 ready-to-heat dishes you don’t have to cook from scratch. Just pop them in the microwave, follow the directions, and enjoy.
• Cheesy Hamburger Casserole
• Pulled Pork Mac n Cheese
• Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
• Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta (improved recipe!)
• Chicken Fajitas with peppers and onions
Meals are prepared by Custom Catering and BBQ in Lanark, IL.
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