Ellis County 4-H--- It's Legit!

04/29/2025

📢NW KS Ag Ambassador Applications are due May 1st📢

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐬 𝟒-𝐇 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

The ambassador program is a premier leadership opportunity for youth ages 13 to 18 (current 8th grade through senior in high school) passionate about agriculture and willing to complete a one-year term.

The program focuses on connecting youth with their local agricultural industries, exploring the richness and diversity of Kansas opportunities, developing ag advocacy skills and fostering educational mindsets, and increasing access to career and post-secondary experiences within the agriscience world.

Participation/membership in 4-H is not required.

The Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors complete training to develop leadership and teamwork skills used to promote and educate communities about agriculture. This includes leading educational experiences for youth and attending ag events, such as the Kansas Youth Ag Experience trip.

Youth interested in being a part of the ambassador program must complete an application, submit a leadership resume, a cover letter, three letters of reference, and complete a virtual interview if selected as a finalist. Applications and supporting documents are due by May 1st and may be submitted to your local K-State Research and Extension office.

For more information, a copy of the flyer and application visit the Twin Creeks District website at: https://www.twincreeks.k-state.edu/youth-ag/index.html

For questions about the Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program, please contact Twin Creeks District Youth Agriculture Agent, Jenilee Godsey. (Phone: 785-421-3411, Email: [email protected]).

04/23/2025

04/18/2025

📢NW KS Ag Ambassador Applications have been extended to May 1st📢

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐬 𝟒-𝐇 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

The ambassador program is a premier leadership opportunity for youth ages 13 to 18 (current 8th grade through senior in high school) passionate about agriculture and willing to complete a one-year term.

The program focuses on connecting youth with their local agricultural industries, exploring the richness and diversity of Kansas opportunities, developing ag advocacy skills and fostering educational mindsets, and increasing access to career and post-secondary experiences within the agriscience world.

Participation/membership in 4-H is not required.

The Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors complete training to develop leadership and teamwork skills used to promote and educate communities about agriculture. This includes leading educational experiences for youth and attending ag events, such as the Kansas Youth Ag Experience trip.

Youth interested in being a part of the ambassador program must complete an application, submit a leadership resume, a cover letter, three letters of reference, and complete a virtual interview if selected as a finalist. Applications and supporting documents are due by May 1st and may be submitted to your local K-State Research and Extension office.

For more information, a copy of the flyer and application visit the Twin Creeks District website at: https://www.twincreeks.k-state.edu/youth-ag/index.html

For questions about the Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program, please contact Twin Creeks District Youth Agriculture Agent, Jenilee Godsey. (Phone: 785-421-3411, Email: [email protected]).

04/08/2025

2025-2026 Northwest Kansas Ag Ambassador Applications are due April 15th!

This ambassador program is a premier leadership opportunity for youth ages 13 to 18 (current 8th grade through senior in high school) passionate about agriculture and willing to complete a one-year term.

For more information, a copy of the flyer and application visit the Twin Creeks District website at: https://www.twincreeks.k-state.edu/youth-ag/index.html

For questions about the Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program, please contact Twin Creeks District Youth Agriculture Agent, Jenilee Godsey. (Phone: 785-421-3411, Email: [email protected]).

03/28/2025

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐬 𝟒-𝐇 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!

The ambassador program is a premier leadership opportunity for youth ages 13 to 18 (current 8th grade through senior in high school) passionate about agriculture and willing to complete a one-year term.

The program focuses on connecting youth with their local agricultural industries, exploring the richness and diversity of Kansas opportunities, developing ag advocacy skills and fostering educational mindsets, and increasing access to career and post-secondary experiences within the agriscience world.

Participation/membership in 4-H is not required.

The Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors complete training to develop leadership and teamwork skills used to promote and educate communities about agriculture. This includes leading educational experiences for youth and attending ag events, such as the Kansas Youth Ag Experience trip.

Youth interested in being a part of the ambassador program must complete an application, submit a leadership resume, a cover letter, three letters of reference, and complete a virtual interview if selected as a finalist. Applications and supporting documents are due by April 15th and may be submitted to your local K-State Research and Extension office.

For more information, a copy of the flyer and application visit the Twin Creeks District website at: https://www.twincreeks.k-state.edu/youth-ag/index.html

For questions about the Northwest Kansas 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program, please contact Twin Creeks District Youth Agriculture Agent, Jenilee Godsey. (Phone: 785-421-3411, Email: [email protected]).

03/14/2025

🍀Super Saturday will be March 22nd, 2025 at Colby Community College🍀

📣CHANGE IN LOCATION - The Livestock Judging portion of the contest will take place at the CCC Livestock Farm at 2002 Co Road 23 (About 6.5 miles NE of Colby). Livestock Judgers arrive at this location by the 12:30pm registration time.

7 judging contests—Crops, Entomology, Horticulture, Life Skills, Livestock, Livestock Skill-A-Thon & Photography for 4-H & FFA youth 7 - 18. You can judge at 1 or all of these great contests. There will be STEM and Visual Arts workshops in the afternoon to help 4-H’ers explore project learning. More detailed information is available on the flyer below or can be found on our website.

Event Fees: (Pay at event check in, day of) $7 for contests (one or all 7), $8 includes contests and a Sack Lunch, and an additional $5 for afternoon project opportunities.

Register by March 17th at https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dajjdd7SK7HICeW

For questions contact Robyn Trussel, Walnut Creek District Extension 4-H Agent at [email protected]

03/07/2025

March 22 will be a day filled with great 4-H activities for the whole family! There will be 7 judging contests—Crops, Entomology, Horticulture, Life Skills, Livestock, Livestock Skill-A-Thon & Photography for 4-H & FFA youth 7 - 18. You can judge at 1 or all of these great contests. There will be several workshops in the afternoon to help 4-H’ers explore project learning. More detailed information is available on the flyer on our website.

Event Fees: (Pay at event check in, day of) $7 for contests (one or all 7), $8 includes contests and a Sack Lunch, and an additional $5 for afternoon project opportunities.

Register by March 17th at https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dajjdd7SK7HICeW

For questions contact Robyn Trussel, Walnut Creek District Extension 4-H Agent at [email protected]

02/20/2025

Don't miss out on the chance to make a lasting impact. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to 4-H, this training will empower you to make a difference. Join us virtually this Saturday from 9-11 a.m. and help youth become BEYOND READY for success!

Registration link: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3pD2iJUxAoVFeqG

01/29/2025

📢🍀2025 NW 4-H Super Saturday

Join us on March 22nd at Colby Community College for an exciting day full of hands-on learning, judging contests, and project learning opportunities to get creative!

Morning Judging Contests:
🌾 Crops
🌻 Horticulture
📸 Photography
🧠 Life Skills
🐖 Livestock Skill-a-thon
🐞 Entomology

Afternoon Judging Contest:
🐄 Livestock Judging

Afternoon Project Opportunities:
🔧 Engineering & Technology
🎨 Visual Arts Stations

Plus, there will be a Parents/Volunteer Session!

Event Fee: (Pay at event check in)
$7 for contests (one or all 7)
$8 includes contests and a Sack Lunch
additional $5 for afternoon project opportunities

Register by March 17th at https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dajjdd7SK7HICeW?Q_CHL=qr

For questions or concerns, please contact Robyn Trussel at 785-798-5020 or [email protected] with the Walnut Creek Extension District.

01/16/2025

RSVP is due TODAY!!

The Northwest Kansas 4-H Ag Ambassadors are hosting an Ag & STEM Youth Day Camp on January 18th from 1:00-4:30pm at the KSU Agricultural Research Center in Hays, KS!

This event is open to anyone, but recommended ages are between 7- 13 years of age.

There is a $15 registration fee per youth, participants will pay at the door by cash or check.

Online RSVP is required by Thursday, January 16th at 11:59 pm. To register, visit: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3dAlusZyCt7qFCu

Youth will participate in each of the stations listed below, which will be hands on and led by the Ag Ambassadors!
Livestock Digestive Systems
Food Safety 101
Germination Station
Farm Safety
Tasty Milk Science
Event Address: 232 240th Ave., Hays, KS 67601

If you have any questions, please contact our Youth Ag Agent, Jenilee Godsey, in the Twin Creeks Extension District - Graham County Office at (785) 421-3411 or by email at [email protected].

01/13/2025

‼️ 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄, 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐄 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓! ‼️
Due to inclement weather, the event that was scheduled for this past Saturday, January 4th has been rescheduled. There is still time to register for the new date!

The Northwest Kansas 4-H Ag Ambassadors are hosting an Ag & STEM Youth Day Camp on January 18th from 1:00-4:30pm at the KSU Agricultural Research Center in Hays, KS!

This event is open to anyone, but recommended ages are between 7- 13 years of age.

There is a $15 registration fee per youth, participants will pay at the door by cash or check.

Online RSVP is required by Thursday, January 16th at 11:59 pm. To register, visit: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3dAlusZyCt7qFCu

Youth will participate in each of the stations listed below, which will be hands on and led by the Ag Ambassadors!
Livestock Digestive Systems
Food Safety 101
Germination Station
Farm Safety
Tasty Milk Science
Event Address: 232 240th Ave., Hays, KS 67601

If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Ag Agent, Jenilee Godsey, in the Twin Creeks Extension District - Graham County Office at (785) 421-3411 or by email at [email protected].