Saturday Morning Workshops #1
9:30-10:30 AM
9:30-10:30 AM
Photography is a fun and creative way to capture the world around you, and the best part is you don’t need a fancy camera to get started—your smartphone is enough!
This workshop and scavenger hunt is designed to help you practice the basics of photography while keeping it easy and interactive. As you complete each challenge, you’ll explore how lighting, composition, focus, and simple editing can completely change the look of your photos. By the end, you’ll have a collection of practice shots and a better understanding of how to take clear, eye-catching pictures with just your phone.
Bryn Kanable, WLC Member
4-H programs emphasize a collaborative approach between youth and adults, known as Youth-Adult Partnerships, where both parties work and learn together. Learn strategies for Adults in 4-H to support and empower youth without overstepping their boundaries.
Barb Jones, Waukesha County Teen Leaders Association President, & Waukesha County Teen Council Members
Step into the shoes of a real scientist and solve a mystery using cool lab tools like micropipettes and gel electrophoresis! In the Alien Blood workshop, you and your team will investigate one of eight crime scenes, analyze evidence, and decide if a suspect is guilty or innocent.
It’s science, mystery, and teamwork - all in one awesome experience. Are you ready to crack the case?
Liz Jesse, UW-Madison Extension Science Outreach State Specialist
Are you planning to be a camp counselor next year or an adult leader at camp? If so, this is the perfect session for you. Come learn some icebreakers, games, and teambuilding activities that you can have in your back pocket next year for camp!
Rachael Lewandowski Sarette, Upham Woods On-Site & Accessibility Coordinator; Brandon Springer, Green Lake County 4-H Program Educator; Cara Schoenhard, Upham Woods DWD Intern/Sauk County 4-H member
Would you like to learn basic maintenance and auto inspection skills? Join us for this workshop to learn more and be prepared!
Thomas Peters & Nick Luerssen, WLC Members
Have you ever wondered about a visit to UW-Madison with your club or group? Kara Henderlight, from UW-Madison’s College of Ag & Life Sciences will share about the department and how you can partner with them to bring your group to campus!
Kara Henderlight, UW-Madison College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Outreach Coordinator
Helping youth explore their sparks and thrive in 4-H and life is one our goals in the 4-H program! But what does it mean to thrive, and how can older youth and volunteers dig in the soil of the model to make a difference? Join this workshop to learn more about the 4-H Thriving Model and how we can work together to develop a healthy developmental soil for youth!
Dawn VandeVoort, 4-H Volunteer Development Specialist
Join us as we explore ways to support young people in our communities with compassion and care. Learn how to balance program priorities and expectations with leadership that builds on the strengths of youth and their experiences.
Veronica Klenke, 4-H Volunteer & Young Adult Leader
Learn to lead through play! In this interactive workshop, we'll dive into a variety of cooperative and active games designed to build leadership skills. Discover how to communicate effectively, problem-solve as a team, and energize a group. Take the games back to your club meetings, camp, and beyond! Have fun and connect with other attendees while building your leadership skills!
Courtney Gonnering, Regional Partnership Manager at Playworks Wisconsin
Looking to add more fun and education to your meetings? Want to get youth leaders more involved? This session will explore activities that can be done in large groups in 20 minutes or less that will help improve member engagement and learning. We'll also explore ways to get older youth involved in leading or partnering up to lead these activities.
Dawn & Mirielle Smith, WLC Members
What role do youth and adults play in growth and recruitment within 4-H? This workshop will explore youth & adult roles in recruitment, growth, retention. and empowerment of youth leaders.
Lee Delcore & Kerri Ast, Washington County 4-H Volunteers
Keeping yourself safe in the world is important! If you’d like to learn about self defense and learn about situational awareness and some basic techniques, join this workshop!
Lydia Jacobson
Do you know how to solve a Rubik’s cube? This workshop will show you how to take on the cube and solve the challenge!
Casey Ostroski, Brown County 4-H Member