4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
Order of Links Meeting Date: Monday, April 4 at 6:00 pm – Discuss Spring Fair State Camp Clean-Up – April 2 at Camp Barnes Please join us on Saturday, April 2nd for Camp Barnes Clean up, starting at 8:30am. Camp Barnes is located at 37171 Camp Barnes Rd, Frankford, DE 19945. The following tasks will […]
How Does Volunteering Benefit Youth? April is Volunteer Month! We encourage all 4-H families to find a service project and help their community! According to National 4‑H Council, civic engagement programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens who are actively engaged in their communities and the world. 4-H members take part in a variety […]
Earth Day Every year on April 22nd, the birth of an environmental movement originating in 1970 is celebrated! Origins of Earth Day In the time leading up to the first Earth Day, the people of The United States were focused on industry and driving inefficient vehicles. Air pollution was occurring, and the environment was an […]
State Camp Clean-Up – April 2 at Camp Barnes Please join us on Saturday, April 2nd for Camp Barnes Clean up, starting at 8:30am. Camp Barnes is located at 37171 Camp Barnes Rd, Frankford, DE 19945. The following tasks will be worked on while there, but could include a few more: cut trees, paint, general repairs and […]
A fun-filled day for Cloverbuds and Exploring 4-H Members age 10 and under. Come out to make crafts, service projects and learn about healthy living! Check out the Winter Fun Day video for more information! DATE: Saturday, January 15, 2022 TIME: 10:00-Noon (Doors open at 9:30) PLACE: Old Paths Church of Christ, Georgetown Winter Fun […]
Links to Leadership Days – REGISTER HERE by November 12 Dates: Saturday, November 20 and Saturday, December 11 9am-2pm at Conley’s Church in Lewes Offered in person and Zoom – Please select one. For youth ages 10-14. Each day will have a workshop in communication, team building and leadership. We will do a craft and […]
Thank you for helping to make cards of appreciation and support for our military! Cards will be made at home or with your club with your own supplies. All cards will be thank you cards instead of holiday cards this year. All cards must be made of 8 ½ x 11 inch card stock, folded […]
Turkey Snack Bags: Materials: Clear Plastic Gloves Popcorn Goldfish Red and Orange Felt Googly Eyes Directions: Line up your Goldfish in each finger of the glove Fill the rest with Popcorn Twist the bottom of the glove and tie it in a knot Glue on googly eyes on the thumb finger Cut an orange triangle […]
Recap from the celebration of Sussex County 4-H Achievement Event “Find Your Spark in 4-H!” which took place on September 26, 2021. Photos from the event can be found on our DE 4-H Flickr Page! JOY SPARKS SPIRIT OF 4-H AWARD The Joy Sparks Award is given in memory of Joy G. Sparks, past […]
This year’s fair will take place in two parts. One in-person and one virtual. In-Person Event – Saturday, May 15 at Conley’s Church in Lewes Members can take part in a variety of activities including Horticulture, Clothing and Wildlife Judging, and other activities such as rocketry, horticulture, bike rodeo and service projects! Masks must be […]