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Hard water fishing – by accident or grand design?
Winter’s cold snap brings a range of human reactions. For the select few who celebrate the chance to ice fish, these sub-freezing days are a welcome...
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4-H officer and leader training strives to grow stronger 4-H clubs through shared leadership
Positive youth development starts with providing a safe, welcoming environment. 4-H clubs led by caring volunteers are a key component of a...
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A gratifying reflection on a journey with Illinois Extension
Joli Pierson, Mason 4-H coordinator, retires from Extension In preparing for retirement from Illinois Extension after nearly 26 years...
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Ten reasons to compete in the State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Attending the State 4-H Livestock Judging...
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Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival set for March 7
OREGON, Ill.—Looking for a fun, inexpensive way to spend a Saturday evening with your kids or grandkids?  Put the Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival on your March schedule!           4-H Penny Carnival is set for March 7 from 5-8 p.m. at the Blackhawk Center...
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Illinois Extension 4-H Member Spotlight: Clara Chappell
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — Illinois 4-H, the flagship youth development program of University of Illinois Extension, empowers young people to dream about better tomorrows and gives them the tools to explore their future. Each month, Illinois Extension in Grundy, Kankakee, and Will Counties highlights...
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4-H youth compete and place in livestock quiz bowl
PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill.— Local 4-H members from southern Illinois recently competed at a Livestock Quiz Bowl. The event was filled with fun activities as youth identified various types of feed, species, equipment, and cuts of meat. This competition was a way to stimulate learning in various topics...
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Fulton 4-H Shooting Sports to hold spring session
University of Illinois Extension announces that the Fulton County 4-H Shooting Sports Program will begin its spring session on April 8, 2026. Registration materials are available online at go.illinois.edu/ssfultonenrollment , or...
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We are 'Beyond Ready' this 4-H week

4-H members are 'Beyond Ready' for life today

Illinois 4-H empowers youth to be 'Beyond Ready' for life today. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, 4-H members sit in the driver's seat to find their spark and explore their interests. Whether it...

Winter Ice Safety

How can you know that ice is safe to walk on? Is old ice safer than new ice? Curt Sinclair, 4-H youth development Extension specialist, walks you through how to stay safe on the ice this winter, covering everything you need to know for winter ice safety including how to make homemade ice picks...

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