University of Wisconsin-Madison
4-H Dog Project Fun Day ARE YOU READY FOR A PAWS-ITIVELY AWESOME DAY? Come and explore a lively, tail‑wagging world of dog obedience training at a fun‑packed day full of upbeat demos, engaging presentations, hands‑on activities, and more! 4-H Dog project leaders, Kim Bates and Samantha Callahan, will share dog obedience training expertise and tips […]
Buffalo County 4-H Presents 4-H Nature Quest 2026 Buffalo County 4-H is excited to host 4-H Nature Quest at Merrick State Park on June 10, 2026! This adventure-filled event brings together outdoor science, hands-on learning, and wildlife exploration along the beautiful Mississippi River. Youth will experience:• Shoreline fishing• Pollinator education and build‑your‑own butterfly houses• A […]
The Golden Hornets 4-H Club held a Christmas party and potluck on December 7th, where members made Christmas ornament crafts and enjoyed games such as Pictionary and bingo. Members also purchased gifts for local Giving Tree donations, giving back to the communities we live in. The club reimbursed each family for their donations. In addition, […]
We are excited to share that Bianca Mullen has stepped into the role of 4-H Associate Educator for Buffalo County. Bianca has been a vital part of our 4-H program for the past three and a half years as the 4-H Program Assistant, and her transition into this new role reflects both her dedication and […]
Lucky 16 4-H Club held a project meeting for members on Sunday, February 15th. During the meeting, members were introduced to the art of Macramé. A huge thanks to Mrs. Miles for leading our project!
The registration link is now available for the 2026 Market Beef Weigh-In, which will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Independence NFO Livestock Market Center. All exhibitors planning to show a market beef animal at the Buffalo County Fair must attend the weigh-in and complete pre-registration in advance. Registration Link: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://link.edgepilot.com/s/696a94eb/zWZRm4PwqkmUwhpLGA8CKA?u=https:**Aforms.gle*tpRQdViZ4kadX8gg8__;Ly8v!!Mak6IKo!OEQYJmM7DUsftHwePnFhC4AcJdFruM15US7gTPP5svAS-K76iwzt8RiuYmkGiH_LfGYjEq25JLyx4_E9HhmzrRAnZWFDFfnn5Vohlg$ Please […]
The Montana Pioneers 4-H Club held its meeting at Club 10 on Sunday, February 8th. The members all had fun bowling together. Then, after bowling, they held a meeting where we discussed upcoming events and what toolkits we would like to get for our next meeting.
The Cheerful Workers 4-H Club gathered on February 1st for their monthly meeting, where they reviewed upcoming events and updates from the recent Leader’s Meeting. After wrapping up business, members dove into the Metal Works STEM Box, crafting yarn‑wrapped, foil-covered hearts and coloring them with markers. The group enjoyed the project so much that they’re hoping to explore more activities from the kit this spring.
This award recognizes an individual who has shown exceptional service to Buffalo County 4-H and the community through a longstanding commitment to community service and making a positive impact. The 2025 Buffalo County 4-H Alumni Award was presented on January 18, 2026, at the Buffalo County 4-H Leaders’ Association Meeting in Alma. Abby George, of […]
This recognition is given to individuals, organizations, or businesses that have significantly contributed to the 4-H program. It highlights their dedication, support, and meaningful impact on both the program and local youth. The 2025 Friend of Buffalo County 4-H Award was presented to the Gilmanton Community Club on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Buffalo […]
Roxane Weisenbeck is the recipient of the 2025 Buffalo County 4-H Community Servant Award, presented on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Buffalo County 4-H Leaders’ Association Meeting. This award recognizes an individual whose service goes far beyond expectation—someone whose commitment, compassion, and steady presence have made a meaningful and lasting impact on the 4-H […]
This award honors a volunteer who has demonstrated outstanding service to 4-H and the community through ongoing dedication and positive impact. Kim Bates was honored with the 2025 4-H Volunteer of the Year Award on January 18, 2026, at the Buffalo County 4-H Leaders’ Association Meeting. This award recognizes a 4-H volunteer who goes above […]
Clover Connect Zoom Sessions – Spring 2026
Join us for two interactive idea-sharing sessions to inspire your 4-H experience!
Hands to Larger Service: Community Service Ideas – Feb 22 & 23
Making 4-H Meetings Fun: Bringing Laughter and Learning – Mar 22 & 23
Monthly STEM Toolkit Spotlight: Metal Working
This month’s 4-H STEM Toolkit spotlight features the Metal Working Toolkit, offering youth a creative, hands-on way to explore design, texture, and problem-solving through metal art. Members can try a foil-wrapped heart project at home using everyday materials or work together as a club by renting the full toolkit. This flexible project blends art and STEM and can be displayed as an ornament, window hanging, card, or framed piece — making it perfect for club meetings, project days, or independent learning.
Buffalo and Pepin Counties Teen Court is recruiting high school students (grades 9–11) from local districts to serve on its 2026 panel. Teen Court offers youth the chance to participate in the juvenile justice system through restorative practices, while gaining leadership and decision-making experience. Interested students can apply online and contact the coordinator for more details.
The Hilltop Climbers held their Season of Giving meeting on December 14 at Club 10 Bowling Alley, led by Bella. Members celebrated having the largest turnout at the Buffalo County Leaders social, explored leadership and personality types, and discussed possible changes to the Festival of the Arts. They also completed several service projects, including making snack bags for the backpack program, creating ornaments, donating to the food pantry, and participating in the “Sock Your Neighbor” holiday activity. The meeting concluded with bowling and pizza.
The 4-H Meats Judging Contest challenges youth to demonstrate their knowledge of meat quality and animal products by judging carcass and retail cut classes, grading carcasses, and identifying retail cuts. Open to Wisconsin 4-H members ages 8–18, the contest offers junior and senior divisions, with top teams advancing to regional and national competitions. The 2026 contest will be held on Saturday, January 31, at UW-Madison, with registration due by January 19 in 4-H Online. Resources and details are available on the UW-Madison Youth Livestock site.
The Wisconsin 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl is back for 2026! The 2026 contest will be held on February 7th at UW Green Bay in the STEM Innovation Building, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311. The Dairy Bowl is a “quiz bowl” competition where all questions deal with dairy topics. Competition in the 4-H Dairy […]
Led by Our 4-H Youth Leaders Join us for our upcoming Buffalo County 4-H Leaders’ Association Meeting, proudly led by our 4-H Youth Leaders! This is a great opportunity to support youth leadership, stay connected, and take part in important discussions that help shape our county program. 📅 Date: January 18, 2026📍 Location: Buffalo County […]
December 7, 2025 — Lyster Parish Hall The Cheerful Workers 4-H Club met on Sunday, December 7 at 11:30 AM at the Lyster Parish Hall. We began with a warm lunch prepared by the families in attendance — hot soup, sandwiches, dessert, and a few extra fixings gave us energy on a cold day as […]
