4-H

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Welcome to Portage County 4-H!

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development and empowerment organization. Youth ages 5-19 can learn important life skills like leadership, teamwork, critical thinking and communication to help prepare them for successful futures – and they do it while engaging in fun, hands-on 4-H activities right here in Portage County. Whether it’s part of our community clubs, our in-school or after-school programming or through community partnerships- there are so many ways to get involved in 4-H!

Join, Re-Enroll & New Family Information

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Connect, Support and Discover 4-H

Connect with Portage County 4-H!

  • Join us on our socials: Facebook and Instagram
  • Check out the ‘4-H Events Calendar’ section below for more 4-H opportunities!
  • Read our Portage County 4-H Newsletters (coming soon!)

Portage County 4-H Leaders Association

The purpose of Portage County 4-H Leaders Association is to provide a countywide gathering of 4-H youth and adult volunteer leaders to discuss ideas and offer input to enhance 4-H programming at both the county and local levels. They advocate for and promote Portage County 4-H, raise funds for programs, youth trip scholarships, and more while managing a yearly budget to support 4-H programming across the county. In addition, they help recognize the achievements of 4-H members and volunteers through a meaningful awards program at the county level, and positively represent 4-H to the greater community at local events.

  • Meet the Leaders Association (coming soon)
  • Leaders Association Funding Request (coming soon)

Support Portage County 4-H

Want to help shape the future of our youth? Support Portage County 4-H by sponsoring awards, funding project workshops, or contributing to unforgettable events! Reach out to the UW Extension Portage County Office today using the contact info below and leave your mark on the next generation of leaders. Gifts support 4-H youth development right here in our county to assure that we are developing the next generation of leaders prepared to make meaningful impacts on our local community.

About 4-H

Join 4-H

Forms & Awards

4-H Newsletters

Fairs & Exhibitions

Market Animal Project

Portage County 4-H Events

Upcoming Events

 

Virtual Feed-Bag Tote Making Workshop

Friday, April 28th @ 5pm
Location: Virtual/Self-Paced

This self-paced, virtual workshop will launch at 5pm on Friday, April 28th here on our website! Make your very own up-cycled tote bag from a pet or livestock feedbag. Click the button below to get on-demand access to the workshop instructional materials and videos so you can join along!

Charcuterie Board Workshop (Gr. K-3)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 1:30-2:30pm
Location: Schmeeckle Reserve
Cost: $5 per member

Join us for a charcuterie board workshop! This workshop will be for Cloverbuds & Explorers (grades K-3). Topics covered will include a focus on healthy habits and good food choices when preparing a snack board.

Charcuterie Board Workshop (Gr. 4 & up)

Saturday, May 17th | 1:00-3:00pm
Location: The Village Hive
Cost: $10 per member

Join us for a charcuterie board workshop! Each participant will be able to go home with their own board filled with snacks! This workshop will be for youth 4th grade and older. Participants will prepare a charcuterie board while focusing on kitchen safety and proper kitchen skills.

Garden Stepping Stone Workshop

*Event postponed*
Date & Time: TBD
Location: TBD

Make your own garden stepping stone art! Using concrete, glass beads, gems, rocks and more, youth will create a unique stepping stone to take home and add to their yard, patio or garden.

 

If you have any questions regarding 4-H in Portage County, please contact:

Portage County – UW Extension
1462 Strongs Avenue
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Phone: 715-346-1316
Fax: 715-346-1323

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