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.

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. 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

Exploring Your Environment - Eco-Wonders
Price: $4.25

Exploring Your Environment- Eco-Actions
Price: $4.25

Outdoor Adventures 2 - Camping Adventures
Price: $3.95

Outdoor Adventures 3 - Backpacking Expeditions
Price: $3.95

Energizing Your Future: Econ & Envir
Price: $.50
Guide to Birdhouse Building (member's manual)
Price: $1.50
Establishing and Maintaining a Prairie Garden
Price: $1.50
Exploring the Environment Evaluation Sheet (39 K PDF)
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
Project Leader Resources

Exploring Your Environment- Helper's Guide
Price: $4.25

Outdoor Adventures - Helper's Guide
Price: $3.95

Outdoor Adventures -
Set of 4
Price: $15.40
Working on Waste (Leader's Guide)
Price: $6.00
Project meeting outlines
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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)

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