THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
November 2026
November 2026
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4-H NEWSLETTER
🍀GENERAL 4-H NEWS
🍀GENERAL 4-H NEWS
👋🏼A NOTE FROM JEANNIE
👋🏼A NOTE FROM JEANNIE
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a quick update about my time with 4-H. I will be wrapping up my role at the end of December. Between now and then, I will be taking some planned time off while also working to transition my job duties.
Looking back, it's hard to believe it's already been four years! I've learned so much, and honestly, the families and volunteers involved with this program are just incredible. You all are so giving and dedicated, and it makes this community truly one of a kind.
4-H is such a cool experience for young people, and getting to know everyone has been the best part of my job. Thank you for making these past four years so memorable. I'm really going to miss working with you all!
If you need anything or have questions moving forward, please feel free to reach out to 4hinfo@bouldercounty.gov.
Always wishing you the very best,
Jeannie
🍀ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026-27 YEAR IS OPEN
🍀ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026-27 YEAR IS OPEN
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
🐇RABBIT PROJECT WORKSHOPS
🐇RABBIT PROJECT WORKSHOPS
Join us for monthly Rabbit Project Workshops at the
Boulder County Fairgrounds, Clover Club Room
Workshop Dates
• January 2nd, 10:00 AM
• February 6th, 10:00 AM
• March 6th, 10:00 AM
• April 3rd, 10:00 AM
• May 14th, 5:30 PM
• June 11th, 5:30 PM
• July 9th, 5:30 PM
Questions: Contact Rabbit Superintendent, Jessica Whitmore
🐎HORSE JUDGING TEAM KICKOFF
🐎HORSE JUDGING TEAM KICKOFF
Judging Team Kickoff
Join us for the Judging Team Kickoff event at the
Boulder County Fairgrounds
Wednesday, January 27, 5:30 PM
Enrollment in the Horse Project is not required.
Family and friends are welcome.
Questions: Contact Kendra , team coach.
📍OTHER COUNTY/STATE
📍OTHER COUNTY/STATE
AgVocate Speaking Contest
AgVocate Speaking Contest
Are you ready to share your passion for agriculture? The Colorado FFA Foundation and the National Western Stock Show are hosting the AgVocate Speaking Contest this January in Denver.
This exciting opportunity is a 6 to 10 minute, TED-Talk style multimedia presentation focusing on a specific species and industry topic. It is open to all 4-H and FFA members ages 9 to 19 nationwide, and you do not even need to exhibit an animal at the Stock Show to participate.
Why You Should Enter:
Awesome Prizes: Finalists in each species division take home $100 and a plaque. Overall winners receive an extra $250 and a custom belt buckle.
Junior & Senior Divisions: The top four manuscript entries in each division are selected to present live at the Stock Show.
Important Deadlines:
Entry Form Due: December 4, 2026
Manuscript Due: December 18, 2026
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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