4-H

Speak to Lead Contest

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The Wilmington College Agricultural Education Society annually hosts Speak to Lead public speaking contest that open to 4-H Members of all ages.

This is a great opportunity for members to build confidence, leadership skills, and public speaking experience in a supportive environment.

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Name: Speak to Lead

Date: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026

Time: Starts at 4:00 pm

Location: Wilmington College Center for Science and Agriculture

Cost: $5 per member

Registration Deadline: February 6th, 2026

Ohio 4-H Leadership Camp

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4-H Leadership Camp Commitment Forms are now available by visiting: go.osu.edu/LCcommit

Forms are due by March 15 to attend Leadership Camp June 1-5, 2026.

We’re currently seeking Staff applications (due March 24th!)  Learn more at go.osu.edu/leadershipcamp

*Funding may be available for Greene County 4-H Members to attend*

Leadership Camp Info:

  • Date: June 1-5, 2026 (camper check in at 2:00 p.m.; Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.).  Full time attendance is required.
  • Location: 4-H Camp Ohio, St. Louisville, Ohio
  • What: The Ohio 4-H State Leadership Camp is a premier leadership development opportunity that offers participants engaging sessions in topics such as motivation, courage, teamwork, and more! While at camp, participants are actively learning AND teaching their peers!
  • Who: Teen 15-18 as of January 1, 2026 and mature 14 year olds (as determined by the county 4-H professional) who have significant leadership potential or experience in their home county’s 4-H program.
    • Camp is designed for participants to attend one time.  However, individuals may attend for 2+ years, if space is available.  Scholarship dollars are only to be used for first time in-person attendees.  Contact Hannah (epley.24@osu.edu) regarding this opportunity.
  • What do they do? Participants will develop concrete peer leadership skills that will enable them to have an immediate impact in their home 4-H club, county, community, or school. Participants will leave camp ready to take on new challenges.
  • Cost: Counties have a credit thanks to Nationwide, Farm Credit Mid America, and the Dorothy L. Miller 4-H Leadership Camp Endowment Fund.  This amount can be used for an entire campership, or divided among participants. Each county is allotted $400.  Cost is $345/person.

 

Process of What Happens: 

  • Counties identify individuals to attend based on county process.
  • Counties nominate individuals by the state deadline (March 15, 2026) and include email addresses/contact information and how payment is to be billed. In 2026, this will be done via a Qualtrics Survey.
  • A list of those who are nominated are sent to county professionals to check for accuracy.
  • Individuals who are nominated receive a congratulatory email and are requested to complete the online registration with more information, including determining group preference.
  • Counties are invoiced. Payments are due by April 30, 2026.  Checks and Workday (submitting worktags) as payments are accepted.
  • Staff applications are collected (due by March 15, 2026), interviews conducted, background checked, selections made, training weekend, early arrival to camp.
  • Camp participants receive final correspondence regarding supplies to bring to camp and what to expect.
  • Camp happens!

 

Staff/Counselor Information:

  • Must be 18+ years of age by June 1, 2026.
  • No prior counseling experience is required, but leadership experience is helpful to be selected.
  • Submit application by March 15, 2026.
  • Phone interviews the week of March 30.
  • Successfully complete/pass background check.
  • Attend mandatory staff training weekend May 8-10, 2026, at 4-H Camp Ohio.
  • Attend additional training May 31-June 1, along with the entire camp June 1-5, 2026.

 

 

Greene County 4-H’er at National 4-H Congress

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After Thanksgiving, Greene County 4-H member River Demmy-Stover traveled to the 2025 National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia with the Ohio delegation of teens who won Achievement Awards this year. River won the Ohio 4-H Achievement Award for STEM. 🍀✈️🍀

Throughout the event, delegates had the opportunity to meet 4-H youth from all across the nation, participate in impactful community service projects, and grow their leadership skills through a variety of hands-on workshops and inspiring keynote speakers. It was a week filled with learning, experiences, and friendships that will stay with our 4-Hers for years to come. 🍀🌟🍀

  A heartfelt thank you to the sponsors that made this life-changing opportunity possible for River and the other Ohio 4-H delegates! 🍀❤️🍀

To learn more about National 4-H Congress, please reach out to River 🍀📣🍀

Here are some photos to enjoy:

4-H Animal Science Career Night

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Hey 4-H’ers in grades 7 and above! Join us for National 4-H Animal Science Career Night! 
📅December 18, 2025

🕖7–8pm EST / 6–7pm CST
💲FREE
Join us for an exciting evening with two incredible guest speakers from the animal science industry! Hear real-world career insights, ask questions, and explore future pathways in animal science.
🙋Register by Dec 17 by visiting –  bit.ly/National4HAnSci
❓Questions? Contact mb2173@njaes.rutgers.edu

National4-H Animal Science Career Night

Chick Quest 2026

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Fast Facts:

  • Reservations Being Accepted Now on the first-come, first-serve basis!
  • Choose your session:
    • Session #1 begins with incubator pick-up on February 26, 2026
      • March 3: Add Eggs
      • March 20: Lock Down Day (Day 18!)
      • March 23: Hatch
    • Session #2 begins with incubator pick-up on April 9, 2026
      • April 14: Add Eggs
      • May 1: Lock Down Day (Day 18!)
      • May 3: Hatch Day
  • Most eggs will come from local producers willing to accept the chicks at the end of the session.
  • Chicks may stay longer at your location but supplies may need returned sooner.
  • 4-H Educator may be available to add eggs, candle eggs, and share egg-spertise with students!
  • Classroom chickens will be displayed at the Green County Fair on Saturday, August 8 for students to visit. Each classroom will be assigned a unique leg band that their chick will wear for easy identification.
  • Cost is $50

More Information:

Chick Quest Flyer

Reserve Your Spot: go.osu.edu/gcchickquest

Call the Extension Office at 937-372-9971 or email brittingham.3@osu.edu

 

 

 

Fall 4-H Recognition Event

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4-H Committee is looking forward to celebrating the 4-H Year by giving out some awards on October 19 at 3pm. Recognition and awards will be given to:

  • 4-H Volunteers (recognition)
  • Honor Clubs
  • Community Service
  • Outstanding Members (Previously Known as Outstanding Boy & Girl)
  • I Dare You Award Winners
  • Friend of 4-H

Please use this link to RSVP your attendance https://go.osu.edu/fallawards by October 13.

Teen Leadership Council – Save the Date

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Greene County 4-H teenagers are invited to attend the fall TLC meeting on Sunday, October 12 at 3pm at the Extension Office!
Bring a snack to share and a drink for yourself!
What does TLC do?
🍀TLC is a county-wide, teen-led group develops leadership skills
🍀Public speaking
🍀Represent 4-H at events, statewide 4-H camps, conferences, and activities
🍀Share and learn new ideas for your 4-H Club and Greene County

Carving New Ideas 2025

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Collegiate 4-H invites teen 4-H members to attend the 2025 Carving New Ideas (CNI). Held at 4-H Camp Ohio, November 21-23, this fun weekend focuses on workforce development, future-forward thinking, and program facilitation for teens in grades 8-12. Developing leadership skills while making new friends from across Ohio, Greene County 4-H has financial support available for local teens to attend!

Email Megan and/or Brenda.