Just a reminder, families are required to register their 4-H showcase exhibits in FairEntry.
Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions regarding the fair registration process!
4-H Day Camps @ The Depot
Each camp is geared towards youth who have completed grades 3-6.
Cost: FREE thanks to generous donations from sponsors.
Register in 4-H Online by July 10.
Performing Arts Camp
Come learn about different puppet styles and how to create each. You will learn the history of each style of puppet and gain experience in building each style.
There are two session options to choose from:
Monday, July 15 - Thursday, July 18 from 9 am to noon (drop-off 8:45 - 9 am)
Monday, July 22 - Thursday, July 25 from 9 am to noon (drop-off 8:45 - 9 am)
Artist Camp
Ready, set, create! Join us for 4-H Artist Camp at The Depot. We will explore famous artists and their style of artwork, then create our own art inspired by you.
By the end of camp, you will have at least four pieces of artwork to showcase.
There are two session options to choose from:
Monday, July 15 - Thursday, July 18 from 1 - 4 pm
Monday, July 22 - Thursday, July 25 from 1 - 4 pm
Youth are welcome to register for both camps. Please register for each camp individually if you intend to participate in both.
For more information:
Performing Arts Camp
Artist Camp
Questions? Contact Kate Preiner - henry250@umn.edu
4-H Arts & Crafts Day Camp
Ready, set, create with 321 Art Studio! Youth will create their own art while learning about different art styles!
July 8 - 11 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Location Olcott Park Green House (711 N 9th Ave W, Virginia, MN 55792). Group will meet at the back of the Green House in Olcott Park.
Cost: Free!
Grades: K-6 (must have completed Kindergarten)
Registration opens on May 7 and the registration deadline is July 3. To register, log in (or if new to 4-H: enroll) at
4-H Online. For assistance, refer to the
event registration guide or contact Nicole Kudrle at vande422@umn.edu.
4-H Water Rangers Day Camp
Come along with 4-H as we water!! Each day, youth will learn about what lives in the water and how we can care for our water resources.
July 15 - 18 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Olcott Park Green House (711 N 9th Ave W, Virginia, MN 55792). Group will meet at the back of the Green House in Olcott Park.
Cost: Free!
Grades: K-6 (must have completed Kindergarten)
Registration opens on May 7 and the registration deadline is July 10. To register, log in (or if new to 4-H: enroll) at
4-H Online. For assistance, refer to the
event registration guide or contact Nicole Kudrle at vande422@umn.edu.
St. Louis County 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm
The 2024 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm is fast approaching and we look forward to the July 30 Entry Day.
Fair registration opens on Wednesday, May 15th.
The fair registration closes on Monday, July 15th.
Please refer to the links below for more information.
Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions regarding the fair registration process!
218-749-7120
We look forward to seeing you at the Fair!
4-H Cloverbud Art Camp at The Depot
Calling all youth in grades K-2 who enjoy creating art! Join us for 4-H Cloverbud Art Camp at The Depot, August 12 - 14.
We will learn about famous children's book illustrators and create our own masterpieces through painting, coloring, and collage.
Cost: $50 (fee covers supplies and snacks)
Registration opens in
4-H Online on April 17 and closes on July 26.
Youth in Action Events & Programs
Save the date, November 18, 2024, for the Make a Difference Conference 2024 "C.R.E.A.T.E." The Conference will be held at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center in Virginia, MN.