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Livestock showmanship clinic offered youth skill development for in the show ring and future careers
Raising and showing livestock may seem like a niche skill set, but in reality it offers a long list of life skills, character development, and...
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4-H Club Spotlight: Tazewell Country 4-H Club offers unique learning experiences
4-H meetings are more than just a regular monthly meeting. Just ask the members of the Tazewell Country 4-H club. Located primarily in Hopedale...
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Celebrating independence through 4-H youth development
The greatest gifts we can give youth in 4-H go beyond a champion banner, plaque, or even letterman jacket. Confidence in their own abilities is the...
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Peoria Afterschool Networking Group brings together community agencies to support local youth and families
A strong network of youth-serving organizations can make a lasting difference for young people and families. In Peoria, the collaborative Peoria...
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Young Nature Enthusiasts Can Discover the Outdoors with Bond County 4-H
Bond County 4-H invites young nature lovers to explore the outdoors this fall through the Junior Master Naturalist Program.Starting Tuesday, September 29, youth will learn about Illinois' natural world through hands-on activities and outdoor experiences. Participants will join portions of...
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Youth gardeners celebrate a season of growth and achievement in Ogle County
ROCHELLE, Ill. — The 4‑H Green Thumbs have had an amazing growing season. This year’s club includes nine hardworking members who spent the season planting, tending, learning, and creating. As part of the Special Interest (SPIN) Club, these youth grew vegetables, herbs, a cheerful pollinator...
4-H Showmanship Rosette Ribbons
Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall-Putnam 4-H members exhibit at state fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –Following their county 4-H shows, youth from Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam counties had the opportunity to showcase their projects at the Illinois State Fair. 4-H members exhibited their general projects during the three-day General Project Show in the Orr...
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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...

School and Community Gardens Learning Module

Bring the garden into the schoolyard with our online School and Community Gardens Self-Paced Learning Modules. A school garden can be many things, from a pollinator garden, to a sensory garden, or a bulb garden. Our online learning modules focus on vegetable gardening while we take you on a...

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