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Minnesota 4-H


Exploring the Environment Project

Explore forests, fields or streams, ecosystems, wildlife and biodiversity, Leave No Trace camping and hiking skills, and how to be a good steward for the environment.

Child and Adult digging in soil

State & Regional Events

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

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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. Over 7,000 4-H youth will have the opportunity to interact with the public and educate fairgoers through 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, performing arts, Arts - In performances, and 4-H promotion. More info.

 

Exploring the Environment Project Resources





Traveling Trash Trunks

Three 30-minute lessons focus on the topics of garbage, resource recovery, landfills, and groundwater. Traveling Trash Trunks are filled with curriculum ideas, hands-on activities, books, music, and videos. These interactive, comprehensive lessons are designed for youth ages 5-12. Trash Trunks are loaned out at no charge. Call Ramsey or Washington County to arrange to borrow a Trash Trunk.
Ramsey County: 651-266-1194
Washington County: 651-430-6655

 

4-H Youth Record Keeping

Project Leader Resources



Project meeting outlines

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


Earth's Layers - Using Food (10 K PDF)
Exploring the Environment
(43 K PDF)


Clover Update

 

Scholarships & grants

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