4-H Open House Planned for February 27

Washington County 4-H will be hosting a 4-H Open House on Thursday, February 27 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the Jr Fair Building on the Washington County Fairgrounds. The public is invited.

The 4-H Open House is a fun-filled evening of games, prizes, activities, STEM demonstrations, small animals, summer camp opportunities, and 4-H membership Information for youth grades K-12. Each station will provide interactive and hands-on activities to engage the children and adults. Youth can pre-register for 4-H Camps at the Open House and receive a $10 discount with a minimum deposit for Junior & Senior summer camps. Participants can also register for door prizes, including one free camp scholarship for each of our Hervida 4-H Camps!

The 4-H Open House will kick-off Ohio 4-H Week to be held March 2-8 and will promote the April 1st enrollment deadline. Questions about 4-H and the Open House can be directed to the OSU Extension Office at 740-376-7431

Click on this link to help with the open house or complete the form below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094EADA72CA1FD0-54434486-washington

2025 Open House Helper Request Form

Open House flier – 2025

Congratulation Jeremy & Carteens!

Congratulations Jeremy Barth and Washington County Carteens!  We are ecstatic to announce Jeremy was selected as a 2025 recipient of the Ohio 4-H Alumni Award! This award is given annually to 4-H adult volunteers for years of county service.
The Washington County Carteens  will be honored with the 2025 Ohio 4-H Innovator Award for their work specifically with seat belt safety weeks held in local high schools.
These awards will be presented at the Ohio 4-H Conference on March 8 in Columbus.

Thanks Applebees

The Marietta Applebees hosted Washington County 4-H for a recent fundraiser. Thanks everyone that participated and supported the event. We have heard that Applebees will be making a donation of $210.31 to the Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee

Applebees 4-H Fundraiser on Jan 28

Applebees 4-H Fundraiser

When: Tuesday, January 28

Time: All day! (on takeout orders too)

Where: Marietta Applebees

What: For your order to count toward the fundraiser you must show the 4-H flyer to the server or mention the fundraiser while order by phone.

Applebees Flier: Wash Co 4-H Flyer

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 28 and stop in for dinner. The Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee will receive 25% of your order to support local 4-H efforts.

This event will run all day and the Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee Members and 4-H members will be present to greet guests between 4 – 8 pm

Charlotte Wagner Camp Scholarship is Growing!

Charlotte Wagner’s family presented her with a check for Christmas that will be donated to the Charlotte Wagner 4-H Camp Scholarship Fund. These funds help send campers and counselors to 4-H Summer Camps! Thanks Sharon, Kristen, Haley, Kaitlyn, Marla, and McKessen for this wonderful donation!

Charlotte continues to serve as a volunteer with the Lowell Lassies and Lads celebrating her 79th years as a Washington County 4-H Volunteer.

Volunteers Needed for 4-H Open House

Older youth and adults are needed to help with the Washington County 4-H Open House on Thursday, February 27

The event will be held from 6:00 – 7:30 at the Jr Fair Building on the Washington County Fairgrounds. All volunteers are asked to arrive by 5:30. Everyone will be notified where your help is needed.

The 4-H Open House is a fun-filled evening of games, prizes, and learning about 4-H membership and opportunities. Each of the stations will provide interactive and hands-on activities to engage the children and adults as they visit the open house.

Print a Helper Form Here: 2025 Open House Helper Request Form

or Click Here on this survey to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A094EADA72CA1FD0-54434486-washington

Where do we need help? Here is a list of areas where you can help. Please indicate on the printed helper form or online survey where you can help.

  • 4-H Project Central
  • New Projects for 2025
  • 4-H Endowment Dinner & Auction
  • 4-H Camp
  • Community Service Activity
  • CARTEENS
  • Cloverbuds Make N Take
  • How to Start a Cloverbud Club
  • 4-H Trip Awards
  • Cake Decorating
  • Scrapbooking
  • Cat Projects
  • Dog Projects
  • Rabbit Projects
  • Poultry Projects
  • Sheep Projects
  • Goat Projects
  • Horse Projects
  • Hog Projects
  • Beef Projects
  • Vet Science Projects
  • Clothing & Quilting Projects
  • Photography Projects
  • Food & Nutrition Projects
  • Home Living Projects
  • Money Management Projects
  • Gardening & Canning Projects
  • Natural Resources Projects
  • Fishing & Trapping Projects
  • Shooting Sports/ Bull’s Eye
  • STEM Projects
  • Robotics Projects
  • Welding Projects
  • Woodworking Projects
  • Other Project ___________
  • Fruit Smoothies
  • Jr Fair Royalty
  • Registration
  • Find a Club

Ohio 4-H Conference – registration due Feb 7

A conference for teens and volunteers is being planned for Saturday, March 8.  The Conference and Luncheon will be held at the Columbus Convention Center.  This conference offers a wide variety of sessions to attend.  The luncheon is attended by all participants and will recognize volunteers for years of volunteer service.  Registrations are due as soon as possible.  The actual deadline is February 9th, however if you want to get your first choice of sessions it is important to register early. A registration form is included.  The 4-H Advisory Committee will cover your registration but there is a $10 commitment fee.

Applebees 4-H Fundraiser – Jan 28

Applebees 4-H Fundraiser

When: Tuesday, January 28

Time: All day!

Where: Marietta Applebees

What: For your order to count toward the fundraiser you must show the 4-H flyer to the server or mention the fundraiser while order by phone.

Applebees Flier:

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 28 and stop in for dinner.  The Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee will receive 25% of your order to support local 4-H efforts.

This event will run all day and the Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee Members and 4-H members will be present to greet guests between 4 – 8 pm

Required 4-H Volunteer Training Dates Announced

ALL club volunteers are REQUIRED TO ATTEND an in-person training.

Annual 4-H Club Volunteer Training

Our annual club advisor training will be held face-to-face on the following dates:

  • Thursday, February 13 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Extension Office or
  • Monday, February 17 from 9:00 – 11:00 am at the Extension Office or
  • Monday, February 17 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Extension Office.
  • Club Volunteer Topics will include: Club Meeting Scenarios, Healthy Club Meetings, Learning Disguised as Fun, What’s in a Club Booth, Club Officer Training, General Program Updates, Annual Youth Activities & Programs Policy Training.

Cloverbud Volunteer Training

  • Tuesday, February 18 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the Extension Office
  • 4-H Cloverbud Volunteer Topics will include: Cloverbud Program Goals, Local Opportunities for Cloverbud Members, Hands-on Activity Stations, Connecting Your Cloverbuds to Your Project Members, Volunteer Resources, Annual Youth Activities & Program Policy Training.

Registration is limited for each session. Register at this link: https://go.osu.edu/washvolunteertraining

Carteens Winter Weather Driving Tips

The Washington County Carteens 4-H Club is reminding drivers to be safe and cautious during the winter travel months.  If you need to travel during snowy or icy conditions or on snow covered roadways this season then leave yourself extra time to arrive at your destination, and remember to take it slow.  The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 8,104 winter weather crashes last year in the state and of these crashes 21% of them were on snow, ice or slush covered roads and were the result of an unsafe speed.  Washington County reported 29 winter weather driving crashes between December 2023 and March 2024 according to the OSHP.  Our 4-H members are reminding drivers to also leave extra distance between you and the car in front of you and be patient while driving.  Drivers should also check the condition of their vehicles frequently making sure they have full windshield washer fluid, car batteries are in good working condition, and plenty of tire tread as well as at least half a tank of gas. If you find yourself stuck in the snow on a roadway turn your hazard lights on, and remain in the vehicle while calling #677 or 911 for emergencies.  The Ohio State Highway Patrol also reminds drivers to stock their cars with a winter car kit that includes ice scraper, shovel, jumper cables, flashlight, blankets, cell phone charger, first aid kit, tow rope, water and food when traveling longer distances.  If you must travel during winter weather conditions then visit the website to check for real time traffic conditions from the Ohio Department of Transportation.  http://www.ohgo.com/