4-H Officer & Leader Training 

Sunday, February 8th
4:30-6:00pm
Boston School Forest Lodge

We are asking all club leaders and their club officer teams to attend if possible.

This 1.5-hour training will provide leadership for club officers, meeting resources and general info on roles & responsibilities of our club leadership teams, the 4-H office, leaders association, project groups and more!  

There will also be breakout sessions for club leaders to share ideas and network with one another.  We hope you can attend!  

4-H Family Bowling Party

Sunday, February 15th
4:00-6:00pm
Skipps Bowling Center

Open to all Portage County 4-H families. Cost is $5 per person.

Have fun together at the Portage County 4-H Family Bowling Party!

Come join us and enjoy an afternoon full of fun! Sponsored by the Portage County 4-H Teen Leader Association.

RSVP by February 8th to reserve your spot!

4-H Snowman Building Contest

Entries Due February 27th

Calling all snow sculptors—Portage County 4-H wants to see your best snowman! Open to all 4-H members, Cloverbuds, families, parents, and leaders!

All divisions and classes are listed on the registration form—be sure to check it out to find the best fit for your entry!

Virtual Dino Discovery Night

Friday, February 20th, 2026 | 7:00pm
Online via Zoom

Youth in grades K–5 are invited to dig into an exciting evening of discovery and fun. Explore fascinating careers in archaeology and paleontology, take part in a hands-on fossil dig activity, and even meet a real archaeologist! Learn all about dinosaurs, excavation techniques, and the science behind uncovering the past. This interactive event is perfect for curious minds who love adventure and want to learn more about the world beneath our feet.

Don’t miss this chance to unearth the secrets of the prehistoric world—right from home!

4-H Mad Scientist Workshop

Sunday, March 8th
10:00am – 12:00pm
Boston School Forest

Dive Into a Morning of Mad Science Fun!

Join us for an exciting hands‑on adventure where young scientists get to explore the wild and wonderful world of science. During this workshop, children will experiment with colorful mixtures, surprising reactions, and playful STEM challenges that spark imagination and make learning come alive.

This event is open to both 4‑H members and non‑4‑H friends in grades K–3.

Ceramics Painting Workshop

Sunday, March 8th
1:00-3:00pm
Boston School Forest

Join us for a ceramics workshop! Through a generous donation of ceramics this is a free event open to all Portage County 4-H members.

Ceramics, paints and supplies will be provided, or you can bring your own paints and brushes if you prefer.

Techniques covered will be painting and staining. Finished pieces can be used as entries for the fairs!

Register by March 1st!