Extension Washington County, Wisconsin

10/24/2026

Looking for a meaningful gap year, career-building experience, or service opportunity? Join Washington County 4-H AmeriCorps and help create positive youth development opportunities while gaining valuable professional skills in leadership, education, and community outreach.
• Living Allowance
• Education Award
• Professional Training

Apply today and make an impact!
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=130291

10/24/2026

🌟 The Skills Employers Want
These aren't just life skills. They're career skills. Every 4-H project area helps youth develop abilities that prepare them for success in whatever future they choose.

Learn more about Washington County 4-H STEM and Career and College Readiness programming: https://washington.extension.wisc.edu/washington-county-4-h-stem-and-college-and-career-readiness/

10/23/2026

Don't forget to stop into The Hub - Social Good Brews before the month is over to support Washington County 4-H!

Let's fill the tip jar for Extension Washington County, Wisconsin, Rides and Reins, Ice Age Trail Alliance - Washington/Ozaukee County Chapter, NAMI Washington County, Inc., and The Tower Heritage Center.

Each of these incredible nonprofit partners + the Volunteer Center Washington County will receive a portion of the tips collected at The Hub throughout the month of October, helping move their missions forward.

Thank you for supporting local nonprofits!

10/21/2026

Happening tomorrow!

How can we help tweens and teens build healthy relationships with technology?
Join us for a free, virtual parenting class exploring what research tells us about screens and social media, with practical strategies for navigating technology as a family.
📅 Thursday, October 22
🕐 1 - 2 PM | Virtual via Zoom
Learn more and register: https://go.wisc.edu/52te9q

10/21/2026

Don't forget to support Washington County 4-H at The Hub this month!

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10/20/2026

🌎 From conservation and geology to gardening and entomology, 4-H helps youth explore the natural world while developing skills used by environmental professionals.

Learn more about Washington County 4-H STEM and Career and College Readiness programming: https://washington.extension.wisc.edu/washington-county-4-h-stem-and-college-and-career-readiness/

10/18/2026

🐾 Animal projects don't just teach animal care.
They help youth learn responsibility, record keeping, observation skills, and animal science concepts that can lead to careers in veterinary medicine and animal health.

Learn more about Washington County 4-H STEM and Career and College Readiness programming: https://washington.extension.wisc.edu/washington-county-4-h-stem-and-college-and-career-readiness/

10/17/2026

What is Wisconsin 4-H? Join today and learn more!
As the largest youth development organization in the nation, we provide a place for all kids to reach their full potential. They’re able to see the world beyond themselves through hands-on, research-based experiences in every corner of Wisconsin.

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10/16/2026

𝟰-𝗛 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻!

All club officers are asked to complete the Youth Officer Training Registration Form 𝗯𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟱, even if you cannot attend the training.

Register here: https://forms.gle/QvFPZatjqatpz6Bg9

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸

Schedule:
• 5:45-6:00 p.m. Sign-in and pick up materials
• 6:00-7:30 p.m. Youth Officer Training
• 7:30-8:00 p.m. Optional video interviews

We hope you can join us for a fun and interactive training designed to help you be successful in your club officer role.

Can't attend? 𝙋𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩 "𝙄 𝙘𝙖𝙣'𝙩 𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙙, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙄'𝙢 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙖 𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙗 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙧!" This helps us keep accurate records and make sure all officers receive important information.

10/16/2026

The Washington County Fair Grounds and Conference Center in West Bend was the site for the annual Fall 4-H Open House which promotes joining 4-H as part of the September Open Enrollment period.

Youth members of the Washington County Leaders Association provided feedback in a focus group session about how to enhance this annual event.

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The Washington County Fair Grounds and Conference Center in West Bend was the site for the annual Fall 4-H Open House which promotes joining 4-H as part of the September Open Enrollment period. Youth members of the Washington County Leaders Association provided feedback in a focus group session abou...