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2025 Project Guide Available
The 2025 Project Guide is now available online!
Check it out for more information on what projects are offered through 4-H by using the link below!
Camp Counselor Application Now Available!
It is time to begin our selection process for our 4-H Camp Counselors for 4-H Camp 2025!
Paulding County 4-H Camp Counselors must be at least a Sophomore in High School, be a current Paulding County 4-H member, be willing and able to complete at least 24 hours of training, have a positive attitude, and want to make a difference in the lives of our youth. New applicants will need to be prepared to submit 3 references (non-related) which will include the reference name, current phone number, and current e-mail address. All applicants must be able to provide current contact information, emergency contact information, as well as answer the following questions:
- Why do you want to be a camp counselor?
- What traits, skills, or special experiences do you have that would benefit you in this position? (include experiences working with children and adults)
- What skills or contributions will you add to the counselor team in making sure camp is successful? (such as First Aid, Babysitter’s Course, Recreation, etc.)
- What hobbies and/or special interests do you have that you would like to share?
- List 2 of your strengths.
The application period begins today and all applications must be submitted by 4:30 pm on Friday, December 6, 2024. All applicants will receive information about a required interview after the application deadline. The dates for the interviews are December 26th and 27th.
If you have questions about being a camp counselor please contact Michael at schweinsberg.5@osu.edu or 419-399-8225.
Camp Counselor Application – Printable
Camp Counselor Application – PDF Fillable
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Buckeye Bullseyes, the Paulding County Shooting Sports Club, holding first meeting of the year
The Buckeye Bullseyes 4-H Club, which is the club for shooting sports, is holding their first meeting of the year on October 16th at 6:30 pm. This meeting will take place in the Otto Jacobs Building on the Fairgrounds. Currently our shooting sports offers Archery only. If you are interested in participating in Archery or want to know more about how the shooting sports program works, come to the meeting on the 16th.
Additionally, if you or anyone you know would be interested in becoming an instructor for any of the shooting sports disciplines, please reach out to our office.
Project Book Ordering
OSU Extension Publications will no longer be offering free shipping for project books starting this 4-H year. In order to help our members and their families, we will be ordering project books through our office with no charge for shipping. We will only be ordering a couple times a month in order to save our office on shipping as well and you will be contacted when your order is ready to be picked up. We will be taking orders (for the free shipping) until January 31st, 2025. We will still order the books you need after January 31st, but please be aware that you will be charged shipping (shipping charges will be divided out amongst those in the same order).
Please use the link below to order your project books.
National 4-H Conference Applications Now Available
Applications for National 4-H Conference are now available. The dates of the conference are April 10-16, 2025, in Washington D.C. The application deadline is December 1, 2024 at 11:59pm. Applicants must be 15 to 18 years of age as of 1/1/2025 and enrolled as a 4-H member for the 2024-2025 4-H year.
Background: The National 4-H Conference is the premier civic engagement opportunity for 4-H members (15-18 years old) who are actively engaged in 4-H programs across the U.S. and its territories. The conference is administered by 4-H National Headquarters of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This experience upholds a tradition dating back to 1927. Known then as the “National 4-H Club Camp,” delegates slept in tents on the grounds of the National Mall in front of the Department of Agriculture (USDA) in Washington, D.C. Held annually, except for several years during World War II, the camp served to develop the next generation of leaders. Delegates attended training workshops, became acquainted with government, and had the opportunity to meet with state leaders. In 1958, the event name was changed to National 4-H Conference and, in 1959, the meeting moved from the National Mall to the National 4-H Center in Chevy Chase, MD (right outside of Washington, D.C.).
Today, National 4-H Conference is specifically focused on civic engagement, civic education, and personal development. Delegates arrive ready to connect, learn, engage, lead, and impact their communities, their nation, and their world. In 2025, National 4-H Conference returns for youth delegates to attend in-person in Washington, D.C. during *April 10-16, 2025 (*Ohio delegates arrive a day early on April 10. Conference begins April 11).
Additional information about the National 4-H Conference can be found in the application and from National 4-H.
Selection Process
- Interested Ohio 4-H members must complete an application via Qualtrics (linked at bottom) by December 1 at 11:59 p.m. Applicants must be 15-18 as of January 1, 2025, and currently enrolled as an Ohio 4-H member for the 2024-2025 4-H program year. Note that the application required submission of various documents such as a resume and cover letter and a video. Review the application in advance to be fully prepared: National 4-H Conference Application Process and Questions)
- After an application is received, the State 4-H Office will request a referral from county 4-H professional.
- A selection board of advisors, 4-H educators, and past Ohio Teen Leadership Council members will review applications and as needed, conduct interviews.
- Those selected are expected to participate in all pre-conference and conference activities and adhere to all National 4-H guidelines, complete required work as a result of conference participation, and share knowledge gained with Ohio 4-H upon return.
Interested in applying for this opportunity? Complete this application by December 1 at 11:59 p.m. (Be sure to review the questions you will be asked and materials you need to submit by reviewing the document linked here. Please note: all applications should be submitted online through Qualtrics for consideration).
Defiance County 4-H Hoedown
The Defiance County 4-H Teen Leaders have sent an invitation to all Paulding County 4-H members to invite them to their annual 4-H Hoedown. This event will take place on November 23rd at the Defiance K of C Hall located at 111 Elliot Road in Defiance. Line Dancing and Square Dancing will be the main activities for the night.
The Hoedown will run from 7:00 to 10:00 pm with the doors opening at 6:30 pm. Admission is $2.00. For questions about this event you can contact the OSU Extension Office in Defiance at 419-782-4771.
Carving New Ideas Workshop Registration Now Open
Every year, Collegiate 4-H at The Ohio State University organizes a weekend workshop called Carving New Ideas (CNI). This year, the event will be held at Camp Ohio in St. Louisville beginning on November 22nd and ending on November 24th. This workshop is open to all teen 4-H members across the state.
CNI is a camping opportunity that focuses on critical thinking and program facilitation for 4-H members in grades 8-12. Campers develop their leadership skills while making new friends from across Ohio and participating in fun activities. Camp counselors are college students at The Ohio State University.
The cost for registration is $95 and includes a t-shirt and all meals. Check-in is Friday, November 22nd between 6:30 and 8:00 pm. Check-out is Sunday, November 24th at 10:00 am. Registrations are due by October 31, 2024.
To register, visit: Carving New Ideas Registration
All About Goats Webinars
Link to register: go.osu.edu/allaboutgoatsfall