University of Minnesota Extension

Minnesota 4-H


Small Engines Project

Lawn mowers, go-karts and ATVs all run on small combustion engines. Learn about internal and external engine parts, tools, rules and regulations, safety issues, and career possibilities. Troubleshoot problems with a small engine, rebuild it and operate it safely.

Small Engines

State & regional events

To view county or local club events, visit the county website.

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4-H Science Training

Teams of adult and youth volunteers will be trained with highly interactive curriculum in Aquatic Robotics or one of three other focus areas at one of three training dates. More info

Minnesota State Fair

4-H plays a pivotal role in youth development and public education at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 7,000 4-H youth have the opportunity to interact with the public and educate fairgoers through 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, performances, and 4-H promotion. More info.

Making science, engineering and technology exciting for youth

Learn how to draw young people into science and technology through interactive and experiential learning activities. More info

 

Small Engines project resources

Small Engines 1 - Crank it up

Small Engines 1 - Crank It Up
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)

Biofuel Blast (5.5 MB PDF)

Small Engines 2 - Warm It Up

Small Engines 2 - Warm It Up
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)

Small Engines 3 - Tune It Up

Small Engines 3 - Tune It Up
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)



 

4-H Youth Record Keeping

Project leader resources

Small Engines - Helper's Guide

Small Engines - Helper's Guide
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)

Small Engines - set of four

Small Engines - Set of 4
Price: $15.40 (40 pages each)

 


Project meeting outlines

Project Meeting Outlines Lesson plans to be used with youth.
Blank Project Meeting Outline (61 K PDF)

 

Clover Update

Scholarships & grants

You may qualify for funding for your 4-H project, your club or your university studies. Learn more.


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