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CloverGram June, 2025

June 30th Ribbon Cutting!

The new 4-H Learning Lab and Lending Library (L4) is almost ready!

Hosted at the Annex building of the Evergreen State Fairgrounds (near the Blue gate), this new resource space will enable volunteers to borrow curriculum, supplies, and outreach kits!  A computer lab will help facilitate workshops and classes!

Join us there on Monday, June 30th, for an open house 4-7:00 p.m., with the official ribbon cutting by local dignitaries at 6:00 p.m.!

Why You Might Want to Come to the Grand Opening of the 4-H L4

Learning Lab & Lending Library

  • Peruse the 4-H curriculum available to check out
  • See where you can make copies, laminate, etc. for 4-H stuff
  • Check out the computer lab
  • Find 4-H outreach kits you can check out when going to an event
Save the date: 4-H Community Lending Library & Learning Lab Open House, 4 to 6 pm, ribbon cutting at 6 pm. June 30, 2025. snoco.4h@wsu.edu, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 18417 Cascade View Dr, Monroe, WA 98272, Annex building - Blue gate. Logos for 4-H, Boys & Girls Clubs, WSU, Snohomish County Parks, The Evergreen State Fair. WSU does not discriminate in education or employment on the basis of human differences, as required by state and federal laws.

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the WSU 4-H Youth Development Learning Lab, a dynamic space featuring curriculum and outreach supplies, a fully equipped computer lab, and a flexible meeting area to empower youth and community programs. This ribbon cutting marks a new chapter in hands-on learning and innovation for 4-H youth across our region.

Can you join us for the Grand Opening on June 30th?

Open house 4-6:00, with Ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:00!

At the Annex of the fairgrounds, near the Blue gate.

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Archery & Riflery Instructor Training

Are you currently a 4-H volunteer that would like to be certified in Archery or Rifle in your 4-H County club program, or to renew your certification? Volunteers need to be certified in a discipline to add these projects to their volunteer profile in 4-H Online.

Our next 4-H Level 1 Shooting Sports training will be held on July 26 & 27 in Bothell. Hours are 9 am – 5 pm each day with a working lunch. We will offer Archery and Rifle on Saturday and Archery again on Sunday.  Cost: $50 for one discipline, $85 for two; deposit required upon registration. 

The cost per person will be $50 for one discipline and $35 for the second discipline. All registrations will be done on 4-H Online for Shooting Sports trainings going forward to make the process easier on our participants and staff. Registration will open on June 21st in 4-H Online.  In order to save your spot, a non-refundable deposit of $35 will be required at time of sign up, with the remainder being paid by cash or check on the day of training.

Registration opens up on Saturday, June 21st and closes July 21st. Go to 4-H Online then click on Events and choose the Level 1 Shooting Sports Training, July 26-27 Bothell to complete your registration.

Jacket Award FAQs, Youth Jackets

The jacket award application process has been revised, so be sure to check out the new options on our Jacket Award Page.

Do I have a better chance of getting a jacket if I do an interview?

If that is your strong suit, then maybe.  But not necessarily.  Be sure to check out the other options.

What are the dates and times for interviews?

You will be contacted individually for a time the week of July 7th, if being interviewed is your preferred evaluation method.

What if I wait until the last minute?

Remember that you will need to ask one of your 4-H volunteers to write a recommendation for you, and that is also due on July 1st.  So please give them time to write a thoughtful letter.  Also be sure to send them the link to the instructions (pdf)

Children’s Entrepreneur Markets

Attention youth crafters, artists, makers, inventors, bakers, etc!

There is a non-profit organization that organizes markets where only KIDS can sell goods and services!  Just as in 4-H, parent help is strictly limited.  Youth learn all sorts of entrepreneurial and financial skills.

That said, this organization is not affiliated with 4-H officially or unofficially.

July 1st Deadline for Many Awards!

Youth:  There may be an award you’d like to apply for!  Get recognized for your hard work in 4-H!

Adults:  There may be a volunteer OR a teen you’d like to nominate for an award!  Let’s honor our amazing supporters!

Also consider organizations and individuals who provide support for your 4-H group!  Perhaps you’d like to nominate them for a Friend of 4-H Award!

Find details about all the county-wide awards.

Fishing Project Kicks Off!

Youth who belong to a 4-H club that does not offer a fishing project are welcome to add the fishing project and be included in a county-wide project for fishing, led by 4-H volunteer Mike Gallagher.  Contact the 4-H office to add the project.  snoco.4h@wsu.edu or 425-357-6044.  Contact Mike to start fishing!  mbg226@comcast.net .

Woohoo!

We are so thrilled to announce our first summer interns, recent 4-H graduates Vivian Tidwell and Emma Fontenot!  Please say hello when you see them around, helping 4-H and learning lots!

Dates for Your Calendar!

  • March 12, 2025:  4-H Council meeting
  • April 26, 2025:  Super Saturday at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds
  • May 14, 2025:  4-H Council meeting
  • June 23-26, 2025: 4-H Teen Conference at WSU Pullman (see above for teen leader recruitment)
4-H info booth at festival, with two interns

Woohoo!

Our first two summer interns ran a 4-H Outreach booth at the Everett Pride festival last weekend!  Here are Emma and Vi, repping in the rain.

4-H Teen Leader of the Year Award!

4-H Council is reviving this award!  4-H Volunteers may nominate deserving teen leaders in writing at or prior to the next 4-H Council meeting in July.

Woohoo!

Allison M. served as a teen facilitator for 4-H Teen Conference this year!  Her mom, Kristi, helped chaperone the event.  Kudos to both of you!

Kristi and Allison Melton at Teen Conference.