Mecosta County 4-H

06/16/2026

The Michigan 4-H License Plate Promotion Contest is a chance for youth to design something that inspires others to support Michigan 4-H!

✔️ Open to Michigan youth ages 8–19
✔️ Choose video (90 seconds or less) AND/OR non-video (poster, flyer, graphic)
✔️ Focus on promoting the Michigan 4-H license plate

Entries are judged on creativity, originality, and promotional impact
Enter through Department 73 in the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase
Winners earn prizes AND recognition on Michigan 4-H channels

Your ideas could help drive support for 4-H across the state-literally! 🚗
Find out more and enter at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/virtual-showcase/State-Fair-Virtual-Showcase/

06/11/2026

💚 Show your 4-H pride on the road AND online!
Michigan youth ages 8–19 are invited to enter the MI 4-H License Plate Promotion Contest as part of the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase!
Create a short video (90 seconds max) and/or design a poster, flyer, or graphic
Your goal: Encourage others to purchase the Michigan 4-H license plate!

Prizes will be awarded, and winners will be featured on Michigan 4-H social media channels.
Put your creativity to work and help spread the word about 4-H across Michigan!

The License Plate Contest is in Department 73 in the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase
👉 Learn more and enter:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/virtual-showcase/State-Fair-Virtual-Showcase/

06/10/2026

05/19/2026

We have extended the deadline! great summer program to learn about local conservation!

04/28/2026

From April 17 through May 3, stop by your local Tractor Supply Co. and donate at checkout to support Michigan 4-H youth. Every paper clover purchased helps provide hands-on learning experiences in STEM, agriculture, healthy living and leadership.

04/28/2026

🌊✨ Dive into Discovery! ✨🌿

Join our FREE engaging program designed for all youth ages 8+ to explore the fascinating world of local water systems. Participants will discover how watersheds work, why healthy water matters, and how it supports agriculture, wildlife, and our environment.

Through hands-on learning, kids will build knowledge about ecology, habitat protection, and the importance of stewardship—empowering the next generation to care for our natural resources.

🌱 Learn. Explore. Protect.
Spots are limited—come make a splash with us!
Scan the QR code to register or contact Karen Ripke 231-592-0792
You do not need to be a 4-H Member to participate!

03/12/2026

Drum roll, please! The information you’ve been waiting for is now available! You can find an information packet all about this year’s 4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp on our website: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-animal-and-veterinary-science-camp-2026

Registration will open on that same website on April 1st at noon.

03/09/2026

Mecosta 4-H Council Senior Scholarship is now available!
Deadline is April 3rd.
Apply Today!
https://www.canr.msu.edu/mecosta/uploads/files/Senior%20Scholarship%20Application%202026.pdf

02/24/2026

Join us for our next MSU Extension Adulting 101 workshop

🌙Sleep Wellness - Wednesday, March 4 • 5:30 p.m. ET

Daylight saving time messing with your sleep? Join us to learn quick, practical tips to adjust smoothly, boost your energy, and enjoy those longer days.

✨ Better sleep starts here — don’t miss it! ✨

Register here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/adulting-101-sleep-wellness

02/22/2026

“Beyond Ready…” Apply for the 4-H Mark of Excellence Award today! Tell us your short story centered around “Beyond Ready…” Open to 4-H youth ages 10-11.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/.../4-h.../Youth-Recognition/index