
We are looking for adults to share their sparks (passions/interests) with the youth in the 4-H Wellbeing programs!

Heart & Hooves Horsemanship is offering a two day clinic July 16-17, 2024. This clinic is open to youth in Grades 5+ (grades 3-4 must receive prior approval from Andy Anderson). Youth must provide a horse with a current negative coggins. This clinic will focus on building a respectful connection between you and your horse through groundwork , horsemanship exercises and an equine obstacle course.
Justin and Wililyn Dowell, 2024 Farm Families of the Year recipient

A solar thermal business located on the White Earth Reservation in Northwestern Minnesota hopes their sustainable product can help build a better future for everyone, especially Native American communities.

Itasca County’s 4-H Program offers a variety of ways for youth to be involved. Youth have the opportunity to choose based on their interests and age. Youth may also choose to participate in 4-H in more than one program area.

Find climate-resilient, native trees and plants recommended for the Northern Superior Uplands.
Attend Itasca County 4-H’s Evening of Opportunity Tuesday, July 18 at the Itasca County Fairgrounds. The evening will begin with a picnic meal at 6:00 p.m. followed by our county showcase events of Fashion Review, Performing Arts, Demonstrations, Communication Arts and County Pet Show.
Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) are an invasive species native to eastern Asia. In fact, no earthworms are native to Minnesota. This article includes a link to more information and where this invasive species has been found.

Drill team is a group of horses and riders performing choreographed maneuvers to music. Drill team incorporates coordination and timing with briskness or movement in a manner that is synchronized with others in the drill team. It also provides an opportunity for youth to develop leadership and teamwork skills and enhances the 4-H Horse Project while creating a positive environment for youth to develop mentoring skills with other youth.

From purple coleslaw to crabapples, farm-to-school efforts harvest benefits for all.