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4-H U: Dream. Plan. Do. | Belvidere

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Not sure what's next after high school? Let's figure it out together. For youth entering grades 9-12. 4-H U: Dream. Plan. Do. is a hands-on experience focused on exploring future options, connecting interests to real careers, building life and budgeting skills, and getting help with college applications, scholarships, interviewing, and FAFSA. Youth will meet local professionals and gain confidence as they plan their next steps after high school. Sessions are held at the Boone County Extension Office (Meeting Room, 205 Cadillac Court, Suite 5, Belvidere, IL 61008) from 9–11 am on May 16, July 25, and September 19. Cost is $5 per session. 

You do not need to be in 4-H to participate—reserve your spot today!
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Carmichael directs Polo Lions to Ogle County 4-H Foundation
POLO, Ill.— Each year, the Polo Lions Club partners with the keynote speaker of their annual Farmers’ Night to support youth programming in our area. Daniel Carmichael, an engineer with Blue River Technology and John Deere, was this year’s choice. Carmichael visited the Polo Lions Club and spoke...
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How farmers respond to climate-related risk
As climate change increases the frequency of drought, excessive rainfall, and other extreme weather events, farmers face growing uncertainty about crop production. Understanding how farmers perceive and respond to that uncertainty can help improve agricultural policy and climate...

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