4-H in Bureau County
In 4-H, you get to decide what topics and projects interest you most. You make 4-H what you want it to be. Work on many projects or focus on one or two. Choose what events sound fun to you, and do them. In 4-H, you have an important role in making your community a better place to live, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a club, you’ll figure out what’s needed most in your neighborhood and find ways to help.
In 4-H, you’re part of a family working together. At club meetings, you’ll learn how to get along with others as you build your skills and help your community. In 4-H, you’ll meet adults who care about you and want to help you succeed. 4-H matches you with mentors who will coach you in areas like problem solving, communicating, and teamwork. 4-H introduces you to potential careers and then gives you the training to get the career you want.
Find a club near you in Bureau County.
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Upcoming Programs:
Summer Programs for Youth -We will offer programs in Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall & Putnam Counties this summer, free of charge, and full of fun! Registration is encouraged, but not required unless otherwise noted. Please contact Beth Dellatori at beth5@illinois.edu or the facility hosting the program to register. The four one hour programs being offered are:
- DIY Birdfeeder - This session will teach youth how to build their own birdfeeder out of popsicle sticks, glue, and string. Bird seed is included!
- Binary Jewelry - During this session youth will learn about binary code that is used in computer programming. They will learn to write their name and use beads to make a necklace or bracelet in binary code.
- Seed Bombs - During this session youth will learn about the importance of wildflowers and pollinators and then make their own seed bombs to grow beautiful, native wildflowers.
- Blow and Bubble Painting - During this time, youth will paint unique art projects with bubbles and straws.
Resources
Awards - State: Visit the Illinois 4-H website for 4-H member and club awards available at the state level
- 4-H Club Recognition
- Illinois 4-H Experience Award for Individuals
- Illinois 4-H Veterinary Science Award
- Holstein-Friesian Association Award
- Illinois 4-H Electricity Achievement Award
- Illinois 4-H Leadership, Citizenship, Professionalism (LCP) Award
- Illinois 4-H Key Award
- Illinois 4-H State Award
Club Resources - State: Visit the Illinois Extension, Youth Development page, scroll down to the Meetings tab
- Checklist for Club Officers
- Club Meeting Agenda Template
- Club Treasurer Book
- Club Secretary Book
- Tips for Good Meetings
- Club Fundraising Request Form (click on Fiscal tab)
- and more
Enrollment Resources - State: Visit the Illinois Extension, Youth Development page, scroll down to the Enrollment tab
- Agreement to Assume Risk form (also in Spanish)
- Annual Code of Conduct Form (also in Spanish)
- Member Emergency Medical Form (also in Spanish)
- Member & Volunteer Photo, Audio, & Video Permission Form (also in Spanish)
Project Resources: Visit the Illinois Extension, Youth Development page, scroll down to the Project Record Sheets
- Livestock Records
- Crops Records
- Activities Planning Record
- Project Plans for various age groups
- and more
Project Resources: Livestock Projects
- Quality Assurance & Ethics training - to be completed, online, one time for 4-H members exhibiting dogs, cats, rabbits, poultry and horse projects
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/qaec/
- Youth for Quality Care for Animals training - to be completed, online or in-person, annually for 4-H members exhibiting beef, sheep, swine, goats and dairy projects
in-person trainings are available during the late spring and early summer months and include a $3 fee
online training is available year-round and includes a $12 fee yqcaprogram.org/
Volunteer Resources
- Required Trainings: Child Protection (ANCRA) and Overnight Chaperone
- Recommended Volunteer Trainings: Volunteer Orientation, Public Presentations, Parliamentary Procedures, Club Program Planning and many more
Newsletters & Upcoming Events
Enchanting Experiences of 4-H Camp - June 23, 2023 9 AM - Noon
Dog Obedience Training Sessions - multiple dates
May 2022 Newsletter
March 2022 Newsletter
January 2022 Newsletter
November 2021 Newsletter
May 2021 Newsletter
February 2021 Newsletter