UMN Extension - Cass County 4-H

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

The Minnesota State Fair Livestock Encampment weekend concluded on Sunday afternoon. Let's celebrate our Cass County 4-H'ers and their Animal Science Projects! Congratulations to all for your hard work, dedication, and just being fantastic youth!! Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers, parents, friends and family who again helped with so much support, time and positive encouragement!

09/01/2026

🎤 See Minnesota 4-H’ers Take the Stage at the State Fair!

Want to hear 4-H’ers share what they’ve learned through their projects? Check out the Minnesota 4-H State Fair Project Talks in the 4-H Building!

Youth will join Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors on stage to talk about the projects they brought to the State Fair and share what they’ve learned along the way.

📍 4-H Building, Minnesota State Fair
🎥 Can’t make it to the fair? The Project Talks will also be livestreamed!

Check the schedule and livestream information:
https://z.umn.edu/4h-project-talks

Come support Minnesota 4-H youth and hear their stories!

08/31/2026

🌱 TODAY IS THE DEADLINE! 🌱

Are you a Minnesota 4-H member in grades 10+ with an interest in agriculture and leadership?

Applications for the 2026–2027 Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassador Team are due TODAY, August 31!

Ambassadors have opportunities to:
• Represent Minnesota agriculture and 4-H
• Build leadership, communication and advocacy skills
• Connect with agriculture professionals and other youth
• Explore agriculture careers and opportunities

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this team and help grow the next generation of agricultural leaders!

Learn more and apply: https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-ambassadors/minnesota-4-h-agriculture-ambassadors

08/21/2026

Rangers SS&W Explores Deep Portage!

The 4-H Rangers Shooting Sports & Wildlife Club had an exciting day of outdoor learning at Deep Portage Learning Center!

Youth practiced their canoeing skills on the water before enjoying lunch and holding their club meeting outdoors. The afternoon brought an introduction to orienteering, where they learned to use a compass and map, track their pace, and navigate using True North.

It was a great day of hands-on learning, teamwork, and outdoor adventure! 🌿

08/12/2026

Looking for a fun way to wrap up the summer? Youth in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the 4-H building at the fairgrounds on Friday, August 14th from 9:30-11:30 for morning full of games, educational activities, snacks, and more centered around Minnesota's ecosystems! It's a great opportunity for youth to build confidence, develop social skills, and make new friends in a welcoming and supportive environment. If you are interested in having your youth attend, please reach out to Michelle via email ([email protected]) or Alexis ([email protected]) to RSVP! We hope to see you there!

08/12/2026

Congratulations to all of our Cass County 4-H dog project members! 🐕🐾
Our State Dog qualifying show was held at the fairgrounds this past Saturday, August 8th. Dog project members were able to show off the skills they have been improving on in the last year with their canine companions through the agility, rally, obedience, and showmanship classes. Please join us by putting your paws together for these youth! 👏