Get ready for a fun and festive winter challenge! This year, 4-H members can choose between two creative categories or enter both! Gingerbread House Challenge Build your own gingerbread-style creation using anything you want. You can use: Craft supplies A store-bought gingerbread kit Cardboard or paperboard Graham crackers Recyclables Repurpose an old dollhouse or birdhouse […]
Hilltop Climbers 4-H club members and adult leaders attended Wisconsin 4-H Fall Forum. Jaden and Jennifer Brenden along with Emma Pearl and Kathy Jardine traveled to Green Lake, WI in early November for the 3-day conference. Fall Forum offers youth and adult leaders a statewide training experience to develop new skills and bring fresh ideas […]
What is the Key Award? How does it work? This prestigious award is the highest recognition a 4-H member can receive and honors a select group of 4-H participants annually. The youth receiving this award are those who have demonstrated consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills, and actively participated […]
Applications for the 2026 National 4-H Conference are now live! Youth are invited to apply to participate in this conference. National 4-H Conference is a premier leadership and civic engagement opportunity, where youth will get the chance to work with a branch of the federal government on an action plan, visit with legislators, and explore […]
Are you looking for your next awesome 4-H educational experience? Look no further! Wisconsin 4-H is excited to travel to Huntsville, Alabama again in 2026 for Wisconsin 4-H Space Camp! Space Camp will take place from April 23-27, 2026. Space Camp is an opportunity for youth in grades 6-8 to explore interests like STEM, aerospace, […]
We held our Gather & Grow 4-H Leaders’ Social and Meeting on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Walker’s Silver Moon. This event brought together new and returning 4-H leaders to connect, celebrate, and build community. Attendees enjoyed pizza and beverages, followed by an engaging, interactive leadership training led by Deanna Wiersgalla. We had over 40 […]
Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club met on Nov 9th at the Marten Center. They congratulated Kaylen Rud for being chosen as the 2025 Outstanding Buffalo Co. 4-H member. We congratulated the new officers for 2025-2026: Bell Bork- President, Jaden Brenden- Vice President, Ethan Sheldon -Secretary, Ian Berger- Treasurer, Emma Pearl Jardine- Reporter, and Historian Anna & […]
2026 4-H American Spirit Experience: Empowering Youth Through History & Leadership Are you a 4-H member in grades 8–10 who loves history, travel, and making new friends? The 4-H American Spirit Experience might be the perfect adventure for you! The 4-H American Spirit Experience empowers youth to take ownership of their learning and leadership through […]
Lookout Legends 4-H met on Sunday, November 9, at the Gilmanton American Legion for their monthly meeting. During the business portion of the meeting, new officers were elected. New officers are President Jorgia Serum, Vice President Robin Henthorn, Secretary Jensyn Serum, Treasurer Kaela Kraft, and Reporter Quinn Paulson. Afterwards, club members enjoyed the pizza party […]
Buffalo County is participating in the #4HThriving Model survey! Parents with youth ages 13-19, please watch for an email with directions and the survey to complete. Your participation will help make decisions for upcoming programs, training, and resources. Don’t forget, those who complete the survey will be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift cards!
Clover by 4-H Monthly Challenge: Complete a Civiv Engagement activity module! How to participate: Have questions? Reach out to Bianca Mullen at chesang@wisc.edu
4-H Discovery Kit Audience: Grades 5K -2 Learn what 4-H means and explore Head, Heart, Hands, and Health through this hands-on 4-H Discovery Kit designed for any youth in grades kindergarten through 2nd grade! Together, we will explore what 4-H means and explain the Head, Heart, Hands, and Health with fun activities! You will receive […]
Pepin County 4-H is excited to invite youth to join the Pepin/Buffalo Shooting Sports practices this winter! Details Location: Pepin Sportsman’s Club (N 100076 Sand Ridge Rd, Pepin, WI) When: Monday and Tuesday Evenings, January 12 – March 31, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM Cost: $10 (paid to the Pepin/Buffalo Shooting Sports Club) Who: Youth […]
Register for the Cultural Baking Series held at 6:30 PM on Dec 4, 11, & 18 via Zoom. We will learn new baking techniques, try new-to-us ingredients, and explore our cultural connection to food. This series is recommended for those in 4th grade and up. Families will receive a recipe book and ingredient list by […]
This year, the deadline to submit scholarships has been moved to December 1, 2025 with in-person interviews scheduled for January, 2026. Scholarships for graduating 4-H members consist of three types of 4-H Scholarships available through Buffalo County 4-H. Each type of scholarship could be awarded at both a $500 award and a $250 award. Guidelines […]
National 4-H Week October 5th – 11th National 4-H Week is our chance to celebrate youth who are learning new skills, serving others, and building a brighter Buffalo County. Wearing green is a simple way to say, “I’m part of something bigger,” and to invite others to join. Enjoy the highlights below! Spot your club? […]
The Hilltop Climbers 4-H group met at the George farm for a potluck and their September meeting on September 14th. New officers were elected for the 2025-2026 year. They also made 4-H themed signs to help promote 4-H and to attract new members; these will be placed throughout town at the beginning of October. They […]
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension is excited toannounce a new partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s AnswerLineto provide Wisconsin residents with reliable, research-based guidance on food preservation andother home-related questions. AnswerLine, operated by trained consumer and family scientists, has been a trusted resourcefor over 50 years, answering questions about: Starting October […]
Celebrating 4-H Record Books 4-H Records are an important tool for documenting and celebrating each member’s 4-H journey. They provide a space to reflect on the past year’s activities, set goals for the future, and realize not only how much has been accomplished, but more importantly, how much has been learned. This year, we’re proud […]
Save the Date! The next 4-H Leaders’ Association Meeting will be held on:Sunday, November 16, 20256:00 PM At Walker’s Silver Moon All 4-H leaders, volunteers, youth members, and anyone interested are encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity to:– Share updates from your clubs– Help make decisions that guide Buffalo County 4-H– Connect with […]
