Support the Knox County 4-H program by purchasing a clover at TSC between April 24 and May 5. Money from those purchases will come back to the county to support camp and leadership opportunities.
Leadership
Knox County Junior Leaders
Knox County Junior Leaders (JL) is a great stepping stone for older 4-H youth looking to get involved beyond their local club. Junior Leaders will participate in various meetings, learning opportunities and events while also enjoying the comradery of their peers. The JLs are just as much about connecting and having fun as it is learning life skills. This is great way for youth to “practice” leadership roles before diving into an intense commitment like Junior Fair Board or Camp Counselors. JLs are 4-H members of good standing in 7-12 grade. JL participation looks great on award and ambassador applications for both county and state level. The application link below details more perks of JL membership.
We will be having a winter mixer on Dec 29, 6:00-8:00pm at the Ramser Center. Pizza and board games will be provided for this fun, relaxed meet-and-greet event. Any 4-Her, in grades 7-12, is invited!! Feel free to bring a favorite game with you!
While not required for the meet-and-greet, those interested can go ahead and fill out the application to be a JL using the link below.
https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_01EsZMKJBZYawtw
Cloverbud Calendar Fall-Winter 2023
Colorful Cute Music Themed Calendar of Events Flyer (1)
We are in need of some volunteers to lend a hand with the upcoming Cloverbud Activities. Older youth (grades 7 and up) are welcome to volunteer! This is an great way to add some leadership or community service experiences in their project books for 2024! Future Camp Counselors looking for hours are encouraged to reach out! Activities will already be planned and prior experience isn’t needed: we will need hands to help run the activities. Each event will need 4-6 volunteers. These events are open to any Cloverbud age child, prior 4-H membership isn’t required.
Oct 25 – Trunk-or-Treat : pass out treats/candy, assist with archery equipment, range safety, costumes are a plus!
Nov 11 – Veteran’s Day : seeking veterans to assist in round- robin type activities: flag folding, pledge, reading books, making thank you cards, etc.
Dec 14 – Winter Weather : emergency survival, snowflakes, weather, winter treats, etc.
Please contact Lindsey (vangundy.44@osu.edu) for more information, or to confirm for an event.
2022 State 4-H Leadership Camp Staff Applications Available
The 2022 State 4-H Leadership Camp (June 1-5) Staff Applications are now available!! Interested individuals can view a letter with more information at: https://ohio4h.org/camp/leadership-camp titled “2022 Potential Leadership Camp Counselor/Staff Information and Application”. A link to the application is included in the letter.
Applications are due no later than March 25, 2022.
See the following letter for more information: 22 Staff Recruitment Cover Letter
2021 Carving New Ideas
Carving New Ideas is a camping opportunity for older youth, concentrating on the principles of critical thinking and program facilitation. It is hosted by Collegiate 4-H at The Ohio State University and the college students, who are also 4-H alumni, are preparing all of the fun activities for the weekend of October 29-31.
The registration website is https://go.osu.edu/CNI or share the attached poster. The online registration allows credit cards or checks.
Deadline to register is October 6 or until cabins are full!
2022 State 4-H Fashion Board
Do you have a passion for Fashion and Clothing? If you answered yes, then applying for a place on the State 4-H Fashion Board might be of interest to you. This is a leadership and public speaking role.
Some guidelines are as follows:
- Applicants must be at least 4-H age 14 at time of application, and preference is given to youth age 15 and above.
- One applicant per county (the list of who already has an applicant is below)
- Approximately 20 teens are selected for a one-year term and serve one term.
If you would like more information please reach out to Andrea or Jana.
2020 State 4-H Leadership Camp Counselor Staff Applications Available
The 2020 State 4-H Leadership Camp Staff Applications are now available!! Interested individuals can view a letter with more information at: https://ohio4h.org/camp/leadership-camp titled “2020 Potential Leadership Camp Counselor/Staff Information and Application”. A link to the application is included in the letter.
Applications are due no later than April 1, 2020. If you have questions, please let me know!!
Here are some highlights about the opportunity:
- Individuals 18+ prior to June 1, 2020 who are good leaders, past counselors, or interested in helping may apply
- Must complete application, undergo selection, have current background check, attend training
- Applications due: April 1 (due to earlier camp dates)
- Interviews: Week of April 6th
- Staff Training Weekend (Camp Ohio): May 8-10, 2020. Yes this is Mother’s Day weekend, but with an early camp, we must have earlier training so we could try to have everything ordered before camp!
2020 Buckeye Leadership Workshop
The Buckeye Leadership Workshop for 2020 will be held March 25-29. Since 1944, the Buckeye Leadership Workshop (BLW) has helped youth and adults develop leadership skills. BLW is a learning and sharing workshop/conference intended as a balanced program of social, physical, mental, and spiritual activities. The workshop also benefits those who simply enjoy associating with great people, experiencing new ideas, and learning new skills.
The mission “enriching life through recreation” has been the stated purpose of the Buckeye Leadership Workshop for more than two decades. From its earliest days, participatory learning has been the focus. Workshoppers, trustees, and instructors leave titles at the door and participate in the workshop in an atmosphere of equality.
Our objectives are:
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To educate leaders in the field of organized recreation for community service.
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To act as a refresher course for leaders already working in the field of organized recreation.
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To share ideas and experiences in media of creative expression.
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To develop knowledge and skills in the teaching of recreation, social, and leisure life skills.
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To show that true happiness can be achieved through non-commercialized recreation through the spontaneity of the family or small group.
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To provide recreation and relaxation for the leaders themselves.
To learn more about the sessions offered please refer to: https://buckeyeleadership.com/2020-sessions
Registration for BLW 2020 is now open! All registrations must be completed online and a $100 deposit is required to hold your spot at the workshop. The balance of your workshop fees ($350 total before February 20, $375 after) are due one month in advance of the workshop (February 25, 2020). Scholarships are available if interested. To register please follow: https://www.ultracamp.com/info/sessiondetail.aspx?campCode=eir&idCamp=715&idSession=228912
2019 State 4-H Leadership Camp Staff Application
I wanted to let you know the 2019 State 4-H Leadership Camp Staff Applications are now available!! Interested individuals can view a letter with more information at: http://www.ohio4h.org/camp/leadership-camp titled “2019 Potential Leadership Camp Counselor/Staff Information and Application”. A link to the application is included in the letter.
Please forward this information along to anyone who you think might be interested! Applications are due no later than April 1, 2019. If you have questions, please let me know!!
Here are some highlights about the opportunity:
- Individuals 18+ prior to June 1, 2019 who are good leaders, past counselors, or interested in helping may apply
- Must complete application, undergo selection, and attain background check
- Applications due: April 1 (due to earlier camp dates)
- Interviews: Week of April 8th
- Staff Training Weekend (Camp Ohio): May 10-12, 2019. Yes this is Mother’s Day weekend, but camp is so early this year, we needed to move training earlier so we could try to have everything ordered before camp!
~Hannah :o)
State 4-H Leadership Camp
From Hannah Epley, State Camping Specialist:
Leadership Camp will be June 2-6, 2018 at 4-H Camp Ohio (Staff will arrive June 1).
Cost will be $280/person, BUT counties will receive a credit to use at their discretion thanks to sponsorship from Nationwide and Farm Credit.
Additional information:
- The camp is open to young men and young women age 15 to 18 years old and mature (as deemed by county 4-H professional) 14 year olds.
- The camp is intended to be a one-time experience, however if you have a camper who would like to attend for a second year (or more), please contact the Leadership Camp Director (Hannah Epley, epley.24@osu.edu) to determine availability.
- Scholarships dollars are not available for 2nd+ year attendees.
- Commitment forms from counties will be available in January and will be due by March 16, 2018.
Staff Information:
- Individuals 18+ prior to June 1, 2018 who are good leaders, past counselors, or interested in helping may apply
- Must complete application, undergo selection, and attain background check
- Applications available: February 15 target
- Applications due: April 20 (due to earlier camp dates)
- Interviews: Week of April 30th
- Staff Training Weekend (4-H Camp Ohio): May 11 – 13, 2018
- Yes this is Mother’s Day weekend, but camp is so early this year, we needed to move training earlier so we could try to have everything ordered before camp!