4-H

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.

Ohio 4-H Global Immersion Project – Greece

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Ohio 4-H Teens between the ages of 15 and 18 years old are invited to participate in this international trip April 19-30, 2026.

Who:                  Ohio 4-H Teens 15-18 (Teens are nominated by Ohio 4-H Professionals)

Where:              American Farm School (https://www.afs.edu.gr/) – Thessaloniki, Greece.  Established in 1904, AFS is renowned for its innovative approach to agricultural education. https://www.afs.edu.gr/afs-at-a-glance/

 

What:                Participants will engage in a variety of educational classroom and field activities, including sensory analysis workshops with products such as feta cheese, honey, and olive oil.   They will tour the school’s state-of-the-art facilities, including its experimental farms and research centers. Teens will be part of a “Work Internship” with AFS high school students working in cohorts focused on different program units that include:  Animal and Plant Production, Food Science & Technology, and more.  Youth will also participate in a cross-cultural and agricultural career field exploration program designed to help youth learn about careers in agriculture, cross-cultural interactions, workforce preparation and leadership skills.

 

In addition, youth will help facilitate teambuilding and problem-solving activities through a Leadership Workshop with Greek high school and Jr. high students.  By engaging with these students, the teen leaders will expand their leadership skill development and gain insights into teaching an international audience.

 

Two off-site cultural experiences include an overnight experience in the historical town of Xanthi.  Youth will have the opportunity Kayak and experience the beautiful landscape.   There will also be a visit to UNESCO World Heritage site Meteora, which features monasteries built in the 11th century atop of limestone pillars. A Greek cooking class, city history tour, and local farmers market activity are included.

 

Cost:     To be determined – based on Grants received (Estimate- $3,000 – includes airfare, all lodging, most meals, ground transportation, translation services, park entrance and program fees.)

 

Participant Selection:  After receiving your nomination, youth will be emailed an application and complete a short online Qualtrics application that includes the submission of a short video due by October 24.  Final selection will be based on geographic characteristics and the below criteria:

  • Have an interest in pursuing a career in agriculture.
  • Can embrace unique and different cultures beyond their local communities.
  • Willing to share their experiences through presentations, newsletters, etc. at the local and state level.
  • A good representation of the local 4-H program.