The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association would like to invite youth to participate in the launch of the Ohio Beef Youth Council.
The launch will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the Hilton Polaris from 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Open to all youth 8-21 regardless of beef experience or background. For information & registration: Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet
The Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) is excited to offer two $1,000 scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Acting as the membership and policy arm for Ohio soybean farmers, OSA decided to create a scholarship program to support students interested in advocating for the future of soybeans. The OSA board of trustees and staff members will choose two individuals who exemplify a passion for the soybean industry to each receive a $1,000 scholarship.
All majors are eligible, but applicants must show a strong interest in the soybean industry and agricultural advocacy. Applicants must be full-time students at college, university, or technical school who have completed 15 hours of credit and must be able to provide proof of legal residency in Ohio. Those who apply must also have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be a child or grandchild of an OSA member or be a Student and Young Adult Member themselves (SYA membership is $10)
Those interested should apply no later than Friday, January 10, 2025, at 11:59 pm EST by visiting the link below. The application asks for at least two letters of recommendation, a personal essay, academic information, community involvement, and awards and honors.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Mackenzie Joseph at mjoseph@soyohio.org.
Attention club advisors we will be hosting an Audit Prep Party January 22, 2025 @6:30 in the 4-H Hall on the Clermont County Fairgrounds.
This is a night dedicated to learning all about the club audit process. As of this year club audits are an Ohio 4-H requirement, and thus we have to complete them. We know this is new to you all, but it is also new to us. That is why we are taking the time to go over the logistics together. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to get a head start on the process yourself. Bring all club financial documents and we will go through the rest.
Only one advisor from each club is required to attend, preferably the head advisor or advisor that handles the finances. As an incentive, the representative that attends gets to count this towards their yearly volunteer training. Instead of also attending a later volunteer training, they will just need to complete the online course for Youth Programming & Activities (Policy 1.50).
You will receive guidance, resources, and materials to aid you through club audits. It will also be a great time to connect with each other as we start the 2025 year!
The 4-H Advisory Committee is starting a new initiative to help 4-H’ers complete a project. They will be sponsoring a few kids in a few different project areas by purchasing materials needed to complete the project.
There will be an application process where youth will need to state their desire to complete a project. The list of qualifying projects will be out at the beginning of the year, along with application.
The 4-H Advisory committee wants to uplift more 4-H’ers to complete the projects that interests them. Sometimes finances are a barrier or just the lack knowledge about a project area can steer youth away from a project. It is the hope that through this initiative more doors can open for Clermont County 4-Hers.
Check back in the new year for more information.
Join us Saturday, February 8 for the 4-H Youth Recognition Night. It will be held in the 4-H Hall on the Clermont County Fairgrounds.
The night will start at 5:00 p.m. and will consist of food & refreshments, awards, dancing, and games. Please come and help us recognize all the accomplishments of our youth!
4-H members will receive a formal invite the in the mail with more information.
Learn more about their 4-H Club, and the Dog program.
You will hear testimony from former and current 4-H Youth members.
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Attention all current and prospective 4-H Volunteers, we are seeking Adult Staff for Camp Graham, June 9-12.
This is a great opportunity for all, especially past camp counselors or volunteers looking for new ways to serve!
Adult staff is needed to supervise and ensure all camp activities are running smoothly. While our camp counselors plan out the schedule of events, we need other staff to help put that plan into action.
Adult staff must go through the same application & training process as all other 4-H Volunteers. If you are interested in serving as camp staff and are NOT a current approved Clermont County volunteer, click here to start the application.
If you ARE a current approved Clermont County volunteer, please contact 4-H Youth Development Educator, Carlie Newman @newman.990@osu.edu to express interest. We will check status to make sure all items are in order for you to serve!
Thank you for making the best better!
The New Volunteer Application is now open! Click this link -> https://go.osu.edu/2025volunteerapp
Every year we recruit new volunteers to continue the work of bettering youth in our community. Volunteers lead by serving as advisors, event coordinators, helping facilitate club & county events, and most importantly serve as positive adult role models.
The New Volunteer Process includes (in order):
Background Checks MUST BE COMPLETED by FEB. 15! Background checks can take up to 60 days to process.
Don’t wait, apply today! Applications must be submitted by February 15.
Thank you to all who serve as Clermont County 4-H Volunteers!
Attention all 4-H members ages 15-18, Camp Counselor Applications are due January 13. Click here to apply.
Every year Clermont & Hamilton counties partner to host youth at 4-H Camp Graham in Clarksville, OH. This year camp will be held June 9-12.
However, in order to offer a unique and fun experience for campers we need the help of amazing counselors to plan and facilitate activities!
We are seeking responsible and motivated teens to serve as counselors. During trainings and camp, counselors will strengthen and develop important skills that will follow them into adulthood.
Returning counselors must re-apply!
For more details and access to the application, click the link below.
2025 Clermont & Hamilton Camp Counselor Application
We need you to make camp an unforgettable experience, apply today!
In-person Training
April 26, 2025 Doors open 30 minutes before the event and lock at start time.
Session 1: 10a – 11a 4-H Hall, Clermont County Fairgrounds
Session 2: 1p – 2p 4-H Hall, Clermont County Fairgrounds
Test Out Options
February 17, 2025 9a – 3p Extension Office
April 26, 2025 9:30a-11:30a 4-H Hall Kitchen
By appointment at 513-732-7070 or neal.331@osu.edu
Click here to view and download a Quality Assurance Test Study Guide
Online YQCA Training
Use this link to access YQCA Training directions. Start your session at this link. https://yqcaprogram.org/
You must download and send your certificate to neal.331@osu.edu to receive credit. The certificate must include the name, date, and certificate number. If we can’t see all the information, no credit is given.
Ag Ed/FFA Training
Check with your teacher for when you are completing this process. The teacher will turn in a list of names to the Extension Office
Yes, you can be trained in another county school if the teacher is certified correctly. The teacher will need to turn in complete names to neal.331@osu.edu
State Events (You are responsible for providing an attendance certificate to neal.331@osu.edu)
Watch our social media pages for shared statewide training that is open virtually or in person
Beef Expo March 14, 2025 12:00p Ohio Fair Expo Center Coliseum schedule