THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
October 2026
October 2026
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4-H NEWSLETTER
🍀GENERAL 4-H NEWS
🍀GENERAL 4-H NEWS
🏆JOIN US FOR ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT
🏆JOIN US FOR ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT
Don’t miss the 2026 4‑H Achievement Night on October 14! Celebrate member accomplishments, enjoy dinner, and join in the fun at Tropical Treasures: Celebrating a Year in 4‑H.
Members are encouraged to join our tropical theme (no swimsuits, please).
Don’t forget to RSVP and sign up to bring a dessert. We can’t wait to see you there!
MILITARY MAIL- COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY💚
MILITARY MAIL- COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY💚
We would love your club to join in on one of our countywide 4-H community service projects this year. Operation Support Our Troops-America receives cards and letters prepared by thousands of members from every part of the US. The cards and letters are thoroughly mixed, then made up into packages ranging in size from a few pieces for small units to much larger quantities for an entire base or large ship. Those packages are then sent via USPS Priority Mail to more than 1,000 bases, units, hospitals, ships, etc. Across the US and around the world. The goals here are to send each person’s letters far and wide and to include mail from as many people and locations as possible in each package. All clubs and families are encouraged to participate in this county-wide 4-H community service project.
WHAT TO DO:
Using 8.5 x 11 paper or light card stock, fold each sheet (individually and sharply) in half to form 8.5 x 5.5 folders. If desired, colorful pre-printed stationery with a holiday theme can be used.
Cards may be addressed in a generic way to: Dear Soldier, Dear Service Member, Dear Veteran, etc.
On either the front or the back side of each folder place your first name only and your club name beneath it. The return address can either be your Organizational Leader or the Extension Office : 9595 Nelson Road, Box B - Longmont, CO 80501. All pages in the folder can be “dressed up” with photos of the writer or of the group, or with clip art from any number of sources.
Your message should be positive, upbeat, and cheerful (nothing such as “I hope you don’t get killed”). Write about yourself, your family, friends, hobbies, interests, job, classes, pets, etc.
The inside of the folder can be formatted as one page, or it can be set up as two separate pages. The writer’s personal message may be continued on the back page of the folder if desired.
No envelopes needed.
The organization we partner with prefers no religious cards be used
WHAT NOT TO DO:
Do Not affix postage stamps to the individual cards or letters.
Do Not use “glitter” or anything that will rub off or flake off the letters or envelopes. If going overseas, glitter can get on their uniforms and compromise their safety. It shows up on night vision goggles.
Do Not include any three-dimensional objects (candy, chewing gum, key chains, ball point pens, pencils, etc.). Any stickers or labels used on the letters should be pressed down firmly and completely affixed.
Do Not use staples.
This is a fun activity for all the 4-H clubs to participate in!
Please return all the cards from your club together with the proper identification of your club.
All Military Mail must be returned to the Extension Office by Friday, October 31, 2025.
🍀BOULDER COUNTY OPEN HOUSE
🍀BOULDER COUNTY OPEN HOUSE
It is that time of year again! As we kick off a brand-new 4-H season, we are getting ready for our annual Open House and would love for you to join us.
Whether you are curious about what our program has to offer or want to see firsthand what our members are creating, come drop by! From robotics and outdoor science to cooking, animals, and art, our youth members explore an incredible variety of hands-on projects. No prior farming or livestock experience is needed to join the fun.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Boulder County Fairgrounds, Exhibit Building
Want to help us spread the word or check out the details online? Take a look at our Facebook event page and feel free to share it with friends, families, or anyone in your network who works with kids and teens!
🍀ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026-27 YEAR BEGINS ON OCTOBER 6
🍀ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026-27 YEAR BEGINS ON OCTOBER 6
Who can join:
Ages 5-7 join as Cloverbuds: fun and hands-on, no competition.
Ages 8-18 choose their own 4-H projects.
How to enroll:
Sign up through your family account on 4HOnline.
Fees for 2026-27:
Cloverbud: $40
4-H Member: $40 (plus manuals)
Shooting Sports: additional $40 (if enrolled)
Dog: additional $40 (if enrolled)
Horse: additional $100 (new this year)
Second Club: no extra fee
Family maximum for enrollment fee: $120
Family maximum for project fees: three times the project fee
Dog: $120 max per family
Horse: $300 max per family
Shooting Sports: $120 max per family
Leaders: no charge
Scholarships are available if cost is a barrier, so please reach out to either your 4-H organizational leader or the 4-H office directly.
We cannot wait to welcome new and returning members into another year of growth, learning, and fun. Invite a friend to join and let’s make this the best 4-H year yet!
🐮 LARGE ANIMAL & LIVESTOCK 4-H NEWS
🐮 LARGE ANIMAL & LIVESTOCK 4-H NEWS
HORSE BOWL TEAM
HORSE BOWL TEAM
What it is
A fast-paced, buzzer-style quiz team that tests knowledge of horses, tack, equine-related subject matter like anatomy, and care.
Who should join
Youth who enjoy trivia, quick thinking, and team competition.
What you’ll gain
Stronger equine knowledge, quick recall skills, and confidence competing with peers.
Coach Carmen Porter
How to join
Check meeting dates and sign-up info on the program calendar or contact Carmen. Calendar: https://teamup.com/kstehhrw3yyee6xjph
HORSE HIPPOLOGY TEAM
HORSE HIPPOLOGY TEAM
What it is
A competitive team that studies all aspects of horses: anatomy, nutrition, health, tack, and judging. Teams also work together to solve real-world equine management problems, combining individual knowledge with group problem-solving.
Who should join
Youth who are curious about how horses work, enjoy hands-on learning, and like solving problems with a team. Beginners are welcome.
What members gain
Stronger horse science knowledge, practical problem-solving experience, teamwork skills, and contest preparation.
Coach Donna Pattee
How to join
See meeting dates and sign-up details on the calendar or contact Donna. Calendar: https://teamup.com/kstehhrw3yyee6xjph
HORSE JUDGING TEAM
HORSE JUDGING TEAM
What it is
A team that practices evaluating conformation and performance and presenting clear oral reasons.
Who should join
Youth interested in judging, public speaking, and developing sharp observation skills.
What you’ll gain
Critical evaluation skills, confident public speaking, and competitive judging experience.
Coach Kendra McConnell
How to join
Find meeting dates on the calendar or reach out to Kendra for next steps.
Calendar: https://teamup.com/kstehhrw3yyee6xjph
🏹BOULDER COUNTY FAIR
🏹BOULDER COUNTY FAIR
GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK
GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK
We want to hear from you!
Share what you loved, what could be improved, and what you'd like to see at future fairs. Your feedback helps us create an even better fair experience for everyone!
Enter for your chance to win 2027 Grandstand Tickets!
Link: https://www.bouldercountyfair.org/feedback
📍OTHER COUNTY/STATE
📍OTHER COUNTY/STATE
FALL ONLINE VOLUNTEER TRAINING
FALL ONLINE VOLUNTEER TRAINING
Topic: The Art of Engaging with 4-H Youth
Date: Tuesday, October 13, and/or Thursday, October 22
Time: 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.
All 4-H volunteers are invited to join us to learn and connect as we explore ideas and best practices on engaging with our 4-H members. We will hear from State 4-H Officers as they share their ideas; we’ll share information and tools, and there will be time to visit in small breakout rooms.
Volunteers need only attend one of the two times the training is being offered.
NWSS CATCH-A-CALF PROGRAM
NWSS CATCH-A-CALF PROGRAM
Applications for the 2027-2028 Catch-A-Calf season are OPEN!! The program is open to active 4-H and FFA members ages 14-18 who are residents in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska & Wyoming. Learn more about the program and apply.
COLLEGIATE 4-H HOST YOUTH SUMMITS
COLLEGIATE 4-H HOST YOUTH SUMMITS
The Collegiate 4-H members would like to invite youth ages 11-18 to join them for a fun interactive day full of activities and learning at their 4-H Youth Summits across Colorado. They will be hosting three of the events:
October 10 – Logan County – NJC Campus
November 20 – Larimer County – CSU Campus
December 12 – Pueblo County – State Fairgrounds
The day will be focused on learning new communication skills, leadership techniques, and how to share your voice in your community. Lunch will be provided for all attendees – cost is $20. Please find a group of friends and come be engaged together.
Register for the 4-H Youth Summit. For questions reach out to: oee_collegiate4-h@Mail.colostate.edu
🗓️YEARLY DATES TO REMEMBER
🗓️YEARLY DATES TO REMEMBER
04/18-Dog Project Workshop (Barn A)
04/20-MQA (Barn A)
04/30- Deadline Day (Animal ID, add/drop, Enrollment)
05/01- Swine ID due
05/04-Market Goat/Sheep Tag-In (Barn C)
05/17-Rocket Fly Day (N. Parking Lot)
07/02- Deadline- Fair Entry
07/15-Archery Shoot Off (Indoor Arena)
07/16-17-Shooting Sports Shoot Off (Barn A)
10/14-Achievement Night (Exhibit Building)
10/21-Open House (Exhibit Building)
11/18-Shooting Sports Banquet (Barn A)
💡MEET OUR TEAM
💡MEET OUR TEAM
4-H Youth Development/ Outreach County Specialist
4-H Youth Development/ Livestock & Animals County Specialist
4-H Project Assistant
4-H Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Boulder County Extension Office
9595 Nelson Rd, Box B
Longmont, Colorado 80501
(303) 678-6238
Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider.
Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.
CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables.
Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es elinglés. Col.st/ll0t3
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