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Monroe County
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fileExplore the outdoors and learn how to be a better steward of our natural spaces through trips to our local and state parks. Meetings will be each Monday in March (March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st) from 3:30 – 6pm. We will meet at the 4-H Office and then travel to different local and state parks. We’ll have a concluding day trip on April 7th. Register here
fileThis is a time for Junior (7th & 8th Grade) and Senior (9th - 12th Grade) 4-H'ers to get together, build friendships, develop skills in leadership and teamwork, and have fun! Join us on Friday, March 21st, for an exciting, fun-filled afternoon as we unplug and dive into a variety of thrilling board and card games! We will also make and enjoy a taco soup dinner together. The meeting will be at the 4-H Office from 3:30 - 6pm. Please register here so that we can plan accordingly
fileIs your family interested in showing lambs for the upcoming summer/fall season? Please attend our interest meeting. Returning and prospective lamb show families should attend this meeting. The meeting will be held at Mary Persons in the Ag Room at 6 pm on Monday, March 31st. This is open to any family in Monroe County, whether your child/children attend public school, private school, or homeschool. Youth can begin showing lambs in 1st grade with 4-H.
fileAn exciting opportunity for students to test their writing abilities and learn something new about Honeybees and their importance in the environment. This competition is open to all Georgia 4-H members in the 4th-12th grades. The topic is “The Importance of Youth in Beekeeping: How 4-H Members Can Make a Difference!” Attached below are the guidelines. Please review them thoroughly. Essays must be submitted to the Monroe County 4-H Office by Friday, April 4th.
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fileWe are selling Vidalia Onions again this year to help with the cost of camp but they can also be sold to help raise funds for Summer Fun activities (or to just help out the 4-H program). This year we will sell 5lb and10lb bags of jumbo sized onions. The entire profit from each bag you sell will be put toward the balance of your summer camp fee. You can earn up to the total cost of your camp fee. Order forms and money are due in the 4-H Office by Friday, April 11th. The estimated delivery date for the onions is the first or second week in MAY which is when the best onion crop is expected to be harvested. Please make sure you let the people that buy from you know the expected delivery date. Attached is the order form. You can also come by the 4-H Office and pick one up.
fileWe’ll have exciting things to do like your choice of ropes course obstacles, talent show, dancing, campfire, s’mores, other interesting classes, community service projects, time in the falls (weather permitting), the annual glow-in-the-dark night Easter Egg Hunt, plus plenty of time to hang out with all your friends from Northeast and Northwest Districts! When: Saturday and Sunday, April 26 - 27, 2025. Where: Wahsega 4-H Center (Mrs. Rachel will not be attending - Must Provide Own Transportation). Cost: $85. Registration here by Monday, April 14th
fileJoin us as we grow, nurture, and harvest plants for our community. Our March meetings will be Tuesday, March 11th & 25th from 3:30 - 5pm. The first meeting of the month is open to 4th & 5th grade and the second meeting is for 6th - 12th. If you need transportation from school please let us know. Register here
file4-H Camp – 4th – 12th Grades SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Cloverleaf Camp • Who: 4th–6th Graders • Where: Rock Eagle • When: June 16–20, 2025 • Cost: $430 Wilderness Challenge Camp • Who: 7th–8th Graders (Juniors) • Where: Wahsega • When: June 23–27, 2025 • Cost: $425 Senior Camp • Who: 9th–12th Graders (Seniors) • Where: Jekyll Island • When: June 30–July 4, 2025 • Cost: $415 Senior Extreme Camp • Who: 9th–12th Graders (Seniors) • Where: Pioneer Camp • When: June 2–6, 2025 • Cost: $415 Camp Registration Details Registration opens Monday, February 10th at 8:00 AM at the 4-H Office. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early to secure your spot! Camp Fundraisers We understand camp costs can be a challenge, so we have fundraisers available to help offset costs. Don’t miss this opportunity for your 4-H’er to experience adventure, learning, and lifelong memories this summer!
fileArchery Coaches/Volunteers Needed We have had a good bit of interest in an archery club we just need the help getting it started. We are looking for volunteers to help coach and lead a 4-H archery club. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact the Extension/4-H Office. You can also find out more about becoming a volunteer here.
fileJoin us as we grow, nurture, and harvest plants for our community. Our April meetings will be April 8, 9, 22, and 23. Our April 8th and 9th meetings are during Spring Break. They will be from 9am - 12pm and they are open to 4th - 12th grade. Our April 22nd and 23rd meetings will resume the regular schedule of 3:30 - 5pm with 4th & 5th graders at the first meeting and 6th - 12th graders at the second meeting.
fileExperience the excitement of 4-H summer camp in just one day! Join us for an adventure-packed trip to Fortson 4-H Center, where you'll get a taste of camp life without the overnight stay. Enjoy activities like canoeing, archery, climbing wall, zipline, Farm to Plate, swimming, and herpetology. Don't miss this fun-filled day of hands-on learning and outdoor exploration! Date: Friday, May 30th. Time: 8:15am – 5:00pm. Cost: $30 (includes lunch). Open to 4th – 8th graders. Spaces are limited, and spots are not guaranteed. You must come by or call the 4-H office by April 11th to register.
fileHelp us make our community a little bit better! Join us for our 4-H for a Difference Service Project Club. We'll be helping out Backpack Buddies. Our April meeting is Thursday, April 17th from 3:30 - 5pm at the Monroe County 4-H Office.



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