4-H Center

4-H Open House/Project Fair/Clvoerbud Event

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We will be conducting our 4-H Open House/Project Fair/Cloverbud Event this Saturday, March 4 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Ramser 4-H Activity Center.  This is event is a trifecta.  It is an open house to attract new members and families to learn more about the Knox County 4-H program.  We will have all of the project books on display for members that are already a part of our program, to look through and try to find a new topic to explore on their journey this year.  And if you know of new members that are going to be Cloverbuds or have current Cloverbuds, Lindsey will be doing a make and take activity on pin wheels with them that morning.

We are still looking for:

  • Clubs to set up displays to attract new families to join 4-H.
  • Members to set up project displays so members and families can interact with them to learn more about what goes into a 4-H project.

Please reach out if you would like more information or would like to commit to set up on Saturday.

2023 4-H Open House

4-H Awards Night – Take 2!

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Let’s try again! We want to recognize our amazing Knox County 4-H members, Cloverbuds, and advisors for the awesome effort they put into our program! Please join us November 10, 2022 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Ramser 4-H Activity Center for an awards presentation of top projects, Cloverbud Graduation, membership recognition awards, and advisor appreciation gifts. Light desserts will be provided but please feel free to bring something to share! Dress is casual and family is welcome. Please RSVP to the OSU Extension Office by Nov 8.

We hope to see you Nov 10!

Flyer: Award night Take 2

 

2021 Miscellaneous Projects – Knox County 4-H

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Miscellaneous project judging is right around the corner on June 30, 2021 from 1pm to 6pm at the Ramser 4-H Activity Center.  We would like to make this a seamless process and avoid a long line at the judges’ table.  We have grouped judging from clubs again in 2021; 2021 Judging Schedule.  Please come to judging during the set time, however if that does not work, we understand various circumstances.

If you are a rocket project member, you will need to contact the OSU Extension Office (740-397-0401) to schedule your time for judging on June 30 starting at 6:30 p.m. which will take place outside the Ramser 4-H Activity Center.

If you have the following projects: How Does Your Garden Grow, Edible Landscapes, or Grow Your Own Vegetables you will need to contact the OSU Extension Office (740-397-0401) to schedule your time for judging on Sunday, July 25 starting at 9 a.m. which will take place inside the Miscellaneous Project Building.

New for 2021

The re-launch of the booth building is happening in 2021.  OSU Extension 4-H Youth Development is proud of the time and effort that all youth put forth for your various miscellaneous projects in 2021.  We would like you to have a “place” to showcase your projects to a wide variety of community members, family, and friends. While we are moving away from the traditional booth layout, we are presenting the miscellaneous projects by project area.  For example, all sewing projects will be located in the same area (name tags, club names, ages, and town will still be listed on all projects). Woodworking projects in the same area, cooking, photography, so on and so forth.

The Knox Junior Leaders Club (a newly established club in 2021) has worked to create a new vison for the Miscellaneous Project Building (formerly known as the Booth Building).  We want all 4-H youth to showcase their items while protecting the integrity of all projects. We will have more hands – on interaction within the building and form a welcoming environment for community members to learn about 4-H.  ALL 4-H MEMBERS taking a MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT IN 2021 will be required to sign up for a 2-hour shift at the Miscellaneous project building (Sunday through Friday July 25 – 30th).  A sign-up sheet will be available at judging on June 30.  Parents will be able to ask questions and see the new building design.  Any youth not signed up will be assigned a time and any youth failing to show up for their time will forfeit premiums and make a $5 donation to the 4-H Planning committee. 

We are excited to see what everyone has been working on the last couple of months.  All miscellaneous/food and nutrition/clothing project judging will be done at the Ramser 4-H Activity center. See you on June 30, 2021.  Please reach out to Jana (mussard.4@osu.edu) if you have questions or concerns.

 

Jana Mussard

4-H Extension Educator

2021 Knox County 4-H Cloverbud Activities Calendar

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The Cloverbud Saturday events free, fun, and educational.  They are for ALL youth ages 5 to 8 years old. You do NOT have to be a Cloverbud in Knox County to attend. Please RSVP the Thursday prior to the scheduled event to mcelroy.193@osu.edu.

Dates:
February 13: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
March 13: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
April 17: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
May 15: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
June 17:  Cloverbud Day Camp – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
July 17: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Location is at the Ramser 4-H Activity Center located at 700 Perimeter Drive.  It is adjacent to the Knox County Fairgrounds.

Flyer: 2021_Cloverbud_Saturday_covidupdate

Take the Leap: Career Readiness Day

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Thanks to a grant from the Ohio 4-H Foundation and the work of Cecilia Mainzer (a 4-H Member from Medina County and Teen Leadership Council officer), Ohio 4-H will be hosting “Take the Leap: Career Readiness Day” on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center! This event is open to any 4-H member – ages 13 to 18 – and is completely FREE!

This day is jam-packed full of opportunities for participants with some highlights listed here:

  • Learn about 4-H opportunities at the state level from Health Heroes, State Fashion Board, and Teen Leadership Council
  • Rotate through career preparation workshops covering topics such as networking, etiquette, resume building, using LinkedIn, and interview planning
  • Engage in discussions about financial literacy and financial risk

I have attached a flyer/registration form to this email. Participants can register at go.osu.edu/taketheleap OR can email the form back to me (longo.79@osu.edu). Registration is due by Friday, January 24. Please share with your teens and community!

Let Hannah (epley.24@osu.edu) or me know if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing many teens from across the state at this event on February 1!

Flyer and Registration: Take the Leap Flyer

4-H Film Crew

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Are you into filmmaking? Want to learn how to share stories through videos? Apply to be part of the 4-H Film Crew. As a member of the crew you’ll commit to a year learning about video: sound, editing, techniques, writing and production. You’ll work with other teens throughout Ohio recording and sharing 4-H stories. Complete the application on the back and return by January 30 for consideration.  The first meeting will be Saturday, February 8 from 1-4 p.m. at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center.

For more information and the application visit: go.osu.edu/4hfilmcrew

Flyer: FIlm Crew flyer

4-H Science Saturday – January 11: Geology Theme

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4-H Science Saturdays are for kids in third grade and up who want to discover new things and learn by doing.  Programs are held at Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center. The cost is $5 per child. Preregistration is required; complete the information form on reverse.   The first one for 2020 will be held on January 11 and you will need to please register by Wednesday, January 8.  Flyer and registration form: January-Geology

2019 4-H Cloverbot Challenge

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The 4-H Cloverbot Challenge is a statewide event designed just for our youngest 4-H’ers – Cloverbuds.  Teams work together to research a topic, build a model out of interlocking bricks and create a poster highlighting their experience. On June 29, the teams will come together at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center to share their work, visit with one another, participate in kid-friendly activities, and celebrate their efforts with a closing celebration and award ceremony.

Teams may have a minimum of two members, but no more than eight, and are coached by an adult team leader. Details and registration information can be found at https://ohio4h.org/families/cloverbuds/cloverbot-challenge

Questions? Contact Beth Boomershine at boomershine.10@osu.edu or Sally McClaskey at mcclaskey.12@osu.edu.

Reminder – 4-H and Friends Fun Day

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On Sunday, June 24 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Kayla Jones and the Ohio Farm Bureau is sponsoring 4-H and Friends Fun Day at the building site of the new 4-H Activity Center behind the fairgrounds.  Donations will be accepted to support the Knox  County 4-H Planning Committee and its construction of the new center.

HELP NEEDED

  • We are still seeking current and former Knox County 4-H members to speak about their 4-H experience during the event.  Please let Andrea know if you are interested in helping with this endeavor.
  • We are still seeking current and former Knox County 4-H members to display miscellaneous, food and nutrition, and clothing projects as well as livestock projects.  If you are interested in displaying one or more of you projects please contact Larry for information.
  • Volunteers are requested to assist with preparation, set-up and clean-up after the event.
  • Tables and chairs will be moved to the fairgrounds on Friday afternoon, June 22 at 3:00 p.m. Contact Larry if available.
  • Materials will be gathered and staged on Saturday at the fairgrounds. Contact Larry for times.
  • Set-up will start at noon on Sunday, June 24.
  • The event will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the building site on top of the hill behind the fairgrounds with parking in the campground area. In case of bad weather, the Multi-Purpose Building will be used.
  • Clean-up will start at 6:00 p.m. and materials will be stowed on the fairgrounds.

Some of the activities on Sunday include:

Columbus Zoo Animal Ambassadors (3:00 to 5:00 p.m.)

4-H miscellaneous project and livestock displays

Speakers for brief presentations throughout the event telling their 4-H story

Space and Rocket club display and rocket launches

Shooting Sports displays and an archery trailer

4-H CARTEEN activities

Natural Resource Area displays

Snow Cones, Popcorn and Cotton Candy

Commodity group-sponsored food