4-H Events and Programs


Pictures of calculator, dollar bills, coins, and a pencil with the words "Annual Financial Report Work  Night. Extension Office, July 17, 6:00 p.m."

Annual Financial Report (AFR)
Work Night

There will be an AFR work night at the Extension Office on July 17 at 6:00 p.m..  (Substantial snacks will be provided.) Adults can review each others forms and make the proces easier for everyone. Please plan to come. Send questions to Rachel rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu 

Check out the Annual Financial Report website for details.


Picture of a chicken and words from the text box.

Poultry Project Pre-Show Clinic + testing

Poultry Project Members,

A Pre-show clinic + testing event will be held Wednesday July 2, 2025, from 6-8 pm at the Lincoln Town Hall just east of Fall Creek, S5555 Green Meadow Rd, Fall Creek, WI 54742

The first part of the evening we will review expectations of poultry members during the week of the fair and include tips for showing.

The second half of the evening, Pullorum testing will be offered to those needing birds tested. A valid Premis Id is required to be presented at the time of testing. $1 per bird fee will be collected to cover supplies.

If you have any questions, call Poultry Project Leader Brian Antczak 715-533-8728


Eau Claire County T-Shirt Design Contest

If you could design a t-shirt to tell people about Eau Claire County 4-H, what would it look like?

We will set up an Eau Claire County 4-H apparel store in the fall.  Eau Claire 4-H Adults and Youth can submit a design to the Extension office or via e-mail to andrew.heren@wisc.edu by 11:59 p.m. on July 17.  Include your name, club, and contact info. Entries will be put on display at the fair so people can vote for their favorite.

Watch for information to get your Eau Claire County 4-H gear in the fall.

If you have any questions you can contact Rachel at rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu

Eau Claire County T-shirt contest. Picture of a white t-shirt and words from the text box.

A line of a variety of rabbit breeds w9th the words "Eau Claire County Rabbit Project"

Here are some important dates for those enrolled in the rabbit project.

June 30, 6:00 PM: An informational fair prep and showmanship meeting at St. Luke’s Church in Foster, WI

July 13, 6:00 PM: Nail clipping and tattooing at Linda Rauter’s home in Foster, WI. 

For more information please contact Sara Potter-Melsness at 715-533-3861 or Linda Rauter and 715-597-2185.


Eau Claire County Dog Project Important Dates

Hello Dog Project members!

The dog agility classes started Thursday, May 1, at 6:30 PM at the County Expo Center (Fairgrounds).

Obedience classes started Monday, May 5, also at 6:30 PM, at the fairgrounds.

If you signed up for both agility and obedience, please show up both evenings.

If you have any questions, you can contact Deb at deb.motzing@gmail.com

Drawing of 5 different dog breeds with the zoomies and the words "Eau Claire County Dog Project."

Scholarship

James E. Volbrecht Scholarship Application Open. See the text int he text box. Picture is outlined in a green design with the 4-H and FFA logos in the bottom part of the text box.

The James E. Volbrecht Scholarship is in memorial to James Volbrecht who was a longtime supporter of 4-H and the Eau Claire County Fair. Jim graduated from CVTC with an Ag Mechanics degree in 1984 and he was named Outstanding Young Farmer in 1992. Tragically, Jim died in a farming accident in 2019. This scholarship is given in gratitude for his years of support of young people in Eau Clare County and will honor his memory.

This $300 scholarship will be awarded to an active Eau Claire County 4-H or regional FFA member involved in the Eau Claire County Fair (preference will be given to youth involved in the diary project) who plans to pursue post-secondary education.

Applications are due by 11:59 PM on Friday, July 18, 2025. To apply, follow the link above or use the QR code.


Plastic Challenge shows a picture of a park bench made of recycled plastic films. Films can be dropped off at the Extension office. Films include: Bread bags, produce bags, newspaper sleeves, pallet wrap and stretch film, salt and ice bags, grocery bags, cereal bags, case overwrap, bubble wrap, wood pellet bags,  plastic sipping envelopes, dry cleaning bags, and reclosable food storage bags.

Recycling at the Extension Office

Help the Eau Claire Clovers with a recycling project!

They are collecting film plastics such as grocery bags that will be turned into a bench (please see the list above).  The goal is to get 83 lbs a month in order to make a bench in a year.

You can bring your plastic films to the Extension office and put them in the collection box.


Eau Claire County 4-H Horse Project

Contact Kirsten Myers daynecole@yahoo.com

Girl barrel racing with the words Eau Claire County 4-H Horse Project.

Background of a man with a child on his shoulders with the text Eau Claire County Fair, July 20-27, 2025

Picture of the Eau Claire County Fair logo, a pie, dairy cow, and a hand holding a cell phone with a QR code. The words say Eau Claire County Fair Digital Scavenger Hunt. Some words from the text box are included.

2025 Eau Claire County Fair Scavenger Hunt!

2025 Eau Claire County Fair Scavenger Hunt

The 2025 Eau Claire County Fair Digital Scavenger Hunt is an electronic adventure that allows you to explore the animals, exhibits, and various features of the fair! This interactive experience uses the digital scavenger hunt platform Goosechase, where participants can collect points as they complete the tasks given to them! The individuals or teams with the most points when the scavenger hunt closes will win free shake/malt coupons for the County Fair Dairy Shack! Scheduled for July 19-July 26, at the Eau Claire County Fairgrounds. The event is open to all participants!


Lego Contest at the Eau Claire County Fair

Contest Guidelines: Lego design should represent the Eau Claire County Fair theme: “Round Up the Red, White, and Blue.”

Entry Instructions: Please bring your entry or entries to the Expo Building by 8:00 PM on Wednesday, July 23. Register your entry in the Fair Office when you arrive.

Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place entries. Sponsored by the Pleasant Hill Go Getters 4-H Club.

Please email eauclairefair@gmail.com with any questions.

Lego Contest with Eau Claire County Fair logo. All the information is in the text boxes.

Picture of ballpark with the words "EC County Fair Night at the Express." Also give details of Monday, July 7, Game Time 6:35 PM/ $17 meal and game tickets. GIves a QR code.
Volunteers needed! Picture of hands int he air with hearts above them and the fair logo. Also a QR code to sign up to volunteer at the fair.

Picture of a group of 4-H kids.
Fair Olympics
Wednesday, July 23, EC Energy Co-Op entertainment tent. 6:00 PM. Come one, come all to play out famous Fair Olympics games to launch our 101st Eau Claire County Fair! The club with the most participants will win a pizza party. All par5ticipants will receive a prize! Free to all!

Pool water background with the words "After the Fair Pool Party, Fairfax Pool. July 28, 7:00-8:45 PM. Free and open to all EC County Fair participants and 4-H Members"


Seven youth in front of a black and green balloon arch for the 4-H Awards Banquet.

4-H Awards Banquet 2024

The Eau Claire County 4-H Awards Banquet was held December 15, 2024, at 3:30 PM.

You may access by clicking here.

If you would like to have the original, send a message to Andy or Rachel.

4-H On the Air – Russell Corner Badgers – May 2, 2025

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