Trempealeau County offers a variety of 4-H programs for youth, and sometimes non-4-H youth, to participate in. These programs provide educational opportunities and new experiences outside of club meetings and the fair. Here are some of the activities available:
- Awards
- Festival of the Arts
- Clover College
- Foods Revue
These activities can vary each year based on the involvement of 4-H members, families, and volunteers. For more detailed information about each program, you can visit the Trempealeau County 4-H website.
Recognition is indeed crucial, and it’s wonderful that Trempealeau County 4-H has a system in place to honor the hard work and dedication of its youth, parents, and volunteers. Here are the details for the Trempealeau County 4-H Awards:
Trempealeau County 4-H Awards
- Achievement Award
- Awarded to two experienced 4-H youth annually.
- Based on overall involvement, leadership, and accomplishments.
- Significant involvement at club and county levels is required.
- District, state, and national experience is a plus.
- Friend of 4-H Award
- Given to a business, organization, or individual who has significantly helped 4-H members or the program.
- Distinguished Service Award
- For active registered 4-H leaders with at least five years of service.
- Recognizes outstanding contributions and leadership.
- Volunteer of the Year Award
- For active registered 4-H leaders with four years or fewer of service.
- Recognizes outstanding contributions and leadership.
- James W. Crowley 4-H Dairy Leadership Award
- Recognizes youth excelling in their dairy project.
- Sponsored by the James W. Crowley Dairy Management and Extension Fund.
- Includes a unique engraved medallion and eligibility for state-wide awards and scholarships.
How to Nominate
- All 4-H members can nominate one individual, company, or organization per award.
- Nominations must be submitted by June 1st.
- Submit nominations here.
These awards are announced at the opening ceremony of the Trempealeau County Fair in July. Your participation in nominating deserving individuals is essential to ensure they receive the recognition they deserve. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
The Festival of the Arts is a wonderful event for 4-H members to showcase their artistic and communicative talents. Here are some of the activities participants can engage in:
- Group Music: Instrumental, vocal, dance, or novelty performances.
- Solo and Duet Music: Vocal, instrumental, or dance performances.
- Group Mini-Drama: Skits, puppetry, or creative dramatics with minimal props.
- Group Play Reading: Performances without costumes or props, focusing on expressive reading.
- Group Drama: One-act plays or original dramas.
- Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks: Teaching or showing how to do something with visual aids.
- Action Center: Interactive show-and-tell presentations.
- Communication Arts: Memorized selections, prose-reading, poetry-reading, original speeches, storytelling, and play-reading.
- Marketing: Promotional items for 4-H.
- Photography: Display of photos in various categories.
- Arts & Crafts: Creative projects made during the current 4-H year.
It’s a great opportunity for participants to develop and showcase their skills. If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to ask.
Trempealeau County Clover College
Clover College is an exciting and educational event designed for youth in Kindergarten through 12th grade, including non-4-H members. This program offers a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, engage in creative arts and crafts, and explore a variety of fun and educational workshops. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children to share in the experience.
Event Details:
- Date: April 27th
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Blair Taylor Elementary School
- Cost: $10 per youth (includes lunch and all sessions)
Activities and Workshops: Participants can choose from a range of workshops tailored to different age groups and interests. Some of the exciting sessions include:
- Homemade Lip Balm: Learn to make and decorate your own lip balm.
- Marble Roller Coasters: Build creative roller coasters using various materials.
- Monster Stuffies: Design, create, and sew your own monster plush toy.
- Yoga: Relax and unwind with a calming yoga session.
- Seeds to Sow: Discover how to start seeds and grow plants.
- Stomp Rockets: Build and launch your own stomp rocket.
- Video Production: Learn the basics of video production and equipment use.
- Electronics Extravaganza: Explore circuits and build projects that light up and make noise.
- Parliamentary Procedure Workshop: Improve your skills in running meetings and passing motions.
Registration:
- Deadline: April 12th
- How to Register: Complete the signup sheet and submit it with payment to the Trempealeau County Extension Office. Online registration is also available.
Clover College is a wonderful chance for youth to learn new skills, make friends, and see all the possibilities that 4-H has to offer. Don’t miss out on this fun and enriching experience!
The Trempealeau County Foods Revue is an exciting pre-fair event that showcases the culinary talents of 4-H youth. This event provides an opportunity for participants to demonstrate their cooking skills, creativity, and knowledge of nutrition. It is held in conjunction with Clover College, making it a day full of learning and fun.
Event Details:
- Date: April 27th
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Blair Taylor Elementary Commons
- Registration Deadline: April 12th
Participation Guidelines: Participants are encouraged to prepare a dish and present it along with a creative table setting. Each entry will be judged based on the following criteria:
- Creative Table Setting & Properly Written Recipe & Menu Card (25%)
- Nutritional Value (25%): How well the food and menu selection follow the Food Pyramid Guidelines.
- Creativity & Eye Appeal of Food (25%)
- Ease of Preparation (25%)
Categories: Participants can enter one item per category, and the categories include a variety of food types, such as appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and more. Each entry should be accompanied by a written recipe and a menu card.
Judging and Awards: Entries will be judged on the day of the event, and awards will be given based on the overall scores. This is a fantastic opportunity for youth to gain recognition for their culinary skills and creativity.
How to Register:
- Complete the Foods Revue Entry Form1.
- Submit the form to the Trempealeau County Extension Office by April 12th.
The Foods Revue is a wonderful way for 4-H members to showcase their talents and learn more about food preparation and nutrition. We look forward to seeing the delicious and creative entries this year!
