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Minnesota Operation: Military KidsEntomology Project
Bugs - butterflies, spiders, bees, dragonflies and more - make up more than one-third of all organisms on earth. In this project, identify insects, make a collection net or jar, pinning block, spreading board and display case. Learn about experiments, research and careers.
State & regional events
To view county or local club events, visit the county website.
4-H Camp Counselor Training
Camp counselor training is designed to provide the skills and knowledge to be an effective camp counselor and leadership team member. Training topics include: role of camp counselor, theme and program development, recreation leadership, group facilitation, conflict resolution, outdoor environment and nature programming, and much more. More info
- Dates vary by county and region. Check with your county offices for dates and locations.
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
Entomology Project resources
Entomology 1 - Creepy Crawlies
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)
Entomology 2 - What's Bugging You?
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)
Entomology 3 - Dragons, Houses and Other Flies
Price: $3.95 (40 pages)
Butterfly WINGS Youth Guide
Price: $7.95 (40 pages)
Honey Bee Diseases and Pests
Price: $7.50
Collecting and Preserving Insects
Price: $.75 (40 pages)
Beekeeping in Northern Climates: 2 manuals
Price: $17.50
Beekeeping in Northern Climates: DVD and 2 manuals
Price: $47.50
Beekeeping in Northern Climates: VHS Tape and 2 manuals
Price: $47.50
Entomology Evaluation Sheet (43 K PDF)
Project leader resources
Entomology - Helper's Guide
Price: $3.95
(40 pages)
Entomology - Set of Four
Price: $15.40
(40 pages each)
Butterfly WINGS Facilitator Guide
Price: $7.95
(40 pages)
Butterfly WINGS set of 2
Price: $1.50
(40 pages each)
Project meeting outlines
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Lesson plans to be used with youth. Blank Project Meeting Outline (61 K PDF) |
Honey Plant Tour (10 K PDF)
