Ohio State University Extension - Stark County 4H

Ohio State University Extension - Stark County 4H 4-H in the United States is a youth organization administered by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

4-H is a non-formal educational, youth development program offered to individuals age 5 and in Kindergarten to 19. There are lots of fun things you can learn in 4-H and in a variety of ways. You can participate in 4-H through clubs, camps, your school, and short-term experiences. You can learn about animals, computers, public speaking, cooking, art, gardening and environmental sciences, just to na

me a few projects. All 4-H programs focus on active involvement and quality experiences which stimulate lifelong learning of values and skills.

06/17/2026

4-H Camp Whitewood, located in beautiful Windsor of Northeast OH, is looking for a licensed physician or registered nurse to serve as a Camp Nurse/Health Professional for the week of Sunday, July 5th-10th with Portage, Stark, & Summit County 4-H.

Each week of camp requires a licensed physician or registered nurse to be on-site for the full duration of the program. This professional helps most importantly with scheduled medication deliveries, but also with common bumps, bruises, and upset bellies that may arise during days of play.

Knowing that our nurses are often stepping away from a full or part-time position to serve at camp, we provide a stipend of $814 (equivalent to 2 camper registrations). If you have children or family members, who might be interested in coming to camp with you, we can exchange this stiped for 1-2 camper registrations.

We truly do have a great time here at camp! Come enjoy a week in our beautiful space. We will help to orient you to our Health Lodge, and your living quarters. We operate on Standing Orders reviewed annually, to spell out the basic treatments that can occur here at camp. If there is an ailment that cannot be dealt with at camp, or is outside of your scope of knowledge, notification to parents and EMS will be utilized. You will work closely with the county 4-H Directors group, and are welcome to be as involved in daily camp activities as you please, while staying available for our campers when needed via walkie talkie and other communication devices.

If you think you might be interested in committing to this position, please reach out! You can reach us here at Camp Whitewood at 440-272-5275

Canning basic class has 8 spots left! Call the extension office now to reserve your spot!!
06/15/2026

Canning basic class has 8 spots left! Call the extension office now to reserve your spot!!

Stark Extension FCS Educator, Holly Bandy will be hosting 3 free canner testing dates. All 3 are at the Extension office location.
You can register for her Canning Basic Class. See below flyer for more information on all events.

Ella from the Fowl Friend 4-Hers of Stark County let us borrow her pig drawing from her Cloveread report so he can give ...
06/15/2026

Ella from the Fowl Friend 4-Hers of Stark County let us borrow her pig drawing from her Cloveread report so he can give you all some ”snout” standing advice. He wants to see you “hog” the spotlight at Fair!

Still Projects (crafts, baking, sewing, more!)
• Follow directions exactly – Many entries lose points for not following guidelines.
• Neatness counts – Clean presentation can boost your score a lot.
• Practice beforehand – Do a “trial run” for things like discussing your project, talking to judges and answering questions.
• Label everything clearly – Make sure your name, club name, and project info are correct.

General Fair Tips
• Read the fairbook carefully
Every fair has rules for entry deadlines, dress code, and categories.
• Get organized early
• Make a checklist of everything you need
• Pack supplies the day before
• Dress appropriately
• Wear clean, neat clothes (often jeans + collared shirt or official 4-H attire)
• Be respectful and positive
• Judges care about your attitude as much as your project
• Watch showmanship
• Eye contact
• Confidence
• Good posture

Stark Extension office would like to remind you that Monday is the due date for your Clovereads report. Please get them ...
06/12/2026

Stark Extension office would like to remind you that Monday is the due date for your Clovereads report. Please get them in the mail or stop in the office Monday!

A special thanks to Makayla from Country Folks/Country Barbwires for allowing us to use her beautiful illustration from her submitted forms. Great Job Makayla!

Hello Stark 4-H families!!  Just a reminder about the 2026 Extravaganza!
06/12/2026

Hello Stark 4-H families!! Just a reminder about the 2026 Extravaganza!

06/11/2026
Attention Stark County 4-H horse families and youth equine enthusiasts—join us for Equine Exchange this Sunday, June 14 ...
06/09/2026

Attention Stark County 4-H horse families and youth equine enthusiasts—join us for Equine Exchange this Sunday, June 14 at Pegasus Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center! You’re invited to spend the afternoon with ANR Educator Heather Neikirk, Joy Adamski, and Missy Howard of Pegasus Farm, along with special guest Janessa Hill, ANR Educator in Holmes County, for a fun, hands-on learning experience. This interactive session is a great opportunity to build practical skills, ask questions, and connect with others who share your passion for horses, no matter your experience level. The program will be held from 2:00–3:30 p.m. at Pegasus Farm Equestrian Center, 7490 Edison St. NE, Hartville, OH 44632, and will cover pasture weeds and guided pasture exploration, summer horse care and management, and biosecurity, safe trailering, and basic first aid. Light snacks, door prizes, and incentives will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, June 12 to help us plan. For more information or to RSVP, contact Heather Neikirk at [email protected] or 234-348-6145, or Missy Howard at [email protected] or 330-935-2300 ext. 105. Join us for an engaging afternoon of learning, skill-building, and fun at the farm.

Please join us as we celebrate Caleb Walter as being selected to assist with Ohio State Fair 4-H events this summer!!
06/05/2026

Please join us as we celebrate Caleb Walter as being selected to assist with Ohio State Fair 4-H events this summer!!

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Louisville, OH
44641

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
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