University of Wisconsin-Madison
Program Summary Event: Wisconsin 4-H–ArtBEAT! Grades: 3-5 Location: Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells, WI Dates: Saturday & Sunday, March 14-15, 2026 Registration: Registration will open on Thursday, January 12, and will remain open through Sunday, February 8, 2026. Cost: ArtBEAT! uses a tiered pricing model that allows families to pay what they are able. The tiered […]
Application Process Wisconsin 4-H will award more than $20,000 in scholarships from established donor funds to outstanding Wisconsin 4-H members and alumni pursuing higher education this year. Wisconsin 4-H Scholarships are awarded to students based on demonstrated personal growth through 4-H, development and leadership in 4-H, academic performance, and future educational goals. Timeline Visit the […]
New Registration Process for Shooting Sports Certification Workshops Adult volunteers registering for a certification workshop need to plan well in advance to attend a 2026 certification workshop. These changes are now in place: Those coordinating the county shooting sports program must be informed of these changes so they can plan advanced recruitment of new […]
Mark your calendars for the upcoming 4-H Dairy Bowl Contest on February 7th at UW-Green Bay! We hope you join us for a day full of fun, learning, and competition! Wisconsin 4-H Dairy Bowl – February 7, 2026 Location: UW-Green Bay STEM Innovation Building, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311 Times: Registration 11:00 am, Contest begins at 11:30 pm Registration Deadline: January 19, […]
WI 4-H Dog Quiz Bowl Contest – back for 2026! April 25, 2026, UW Green Bay, STEM Innovation Building The Dog Bowl is a “quiz bowl” competition where all questions deal with dog topics. Competition in the 4-H Dog Bowl encourages a 4-H member to develop a more complete knowledge of dogs and related subjects. […]
New Educational Opportunities Available The 2025-2026 Wisconsin 4-H State Programs & Educational Experiences Booklet has launched! This booklet is a great resource for families who want to learn more about the Educational Opportunities 4-H has to offer. This year, the State program has added a number of new opportunities for members! Check out the Ag […]
Andrea Will be Back- Here is What to Expect Where did Andrea go? Andrea Rippley-Schlais is expecting her second child and will soon be on maternity leave. Her due date is January 28th, and she plans to set up an automatic email reply in the coming weeks to help avoid confusion. This will remind everyone […]
Want to try curling? Now is your chance! Typically, the county goes skiing at Bruce Mound, but the unpredictability of snow the past couple of years has made that difficult. This year, members will get to experience curling at the Centerville Curling Club on Sunday, January 11th, from 11:30 to 2:30 pm. You do not […]
Registration is now open for the first-ever Winter Academy! Winter Academy consists of three virtual sessions which provide youth with tools to set career and college goals, develop soft skills most important to employers, and build problem-solving skills. By applying, youth agree to actively participate in all three sessions. The sessions will not be recorded for viewing […]
When you enroll in 4-H Online, what is that data used for? I am sure many people have wondered that during re-enrollment time. This is one example of where enrollment data goes! This is last year’s data, but it shows our growth and progress in many areas. Check out where we are at and where […]
Ready to carve out some creativity?Join us for an exciting hands-on series designed for youth in 5th grade and up—and their trusted caregivers! Together, you’ll dive into the art of green wood carving, exploring history, culture, and sustainability while building real-world skills. In this interactive experience, you’ll: Before you start carving, check out our knife safety tips […]
2026 Poster Contest:This year’s poster theme is Soil. Where it all begins. The theme must be written on theposter. The poster contest is open to all grades from kindergarten to senior. Posters must behandmade and cannot be computer-generated. I will also put a scoring sheet with the registrationfor your convenience.For the poster contest, it will […]
