4-H Programs
2025 Fall Youth Programs
Welcome to 4-H in Marathon County! All youth activities are offered by the University of Wisconsin – Madison, Division of Extension – Marathon County, and the Marathon County 4-H Leaders Federation. Traditionally, 4-H programs happen where ever youth are. This could be after school, or as a workshop, club, camp, or special event. 4-H programs are offered in a wide variety of formats and places because they’re designed to fit the interests and needs of the diverse young people who live in our rural and urban communities.
This summer, we will be offering a variety of programs for all youth in the Marathon Communities, currently in 5K to one year past high school. Some programs have specific ages while others are open to all youth.
Stop back often, we will update as more programs are offered.
Questions? Contact Holly Luerssen, 4-H Educator, at holly.luerssen@wisc.edu or 715-261-1240.
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WVF Idea Meeting
Youth — Your Voice Matters!
We want to hear from the youth of MC 4-H!
Youth in grades 6 and up are invited to a brainstorming session to share ideas and help shape a more engaging and interactive fair experience for everyone.
Bring ideas for new show/entry classes, update drop off/pick up procedures, recommendations for judges, and more.
Date: 11/30
Time: 4-5:30pm
Sign up for the meeting by 11/24 @ Idea Meeting
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Sleigh the Art
Ready to Sleigh the Art this holiday season? Join other creative teens (grades 6 & up) for a chillevening of festive fun, hands-on art projects, and plenty of holiday vibes. Bring your friends, your creativity, and your best playlist energy — it’s gonna be merry and bright! 
Date: Dec 13th
Time: 6-8pm
Snacks & Hot Chocolate Provided
Cost: $10 per youth
Sign up by Dec 3rd @ Sleigh the Art
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Flake Out
A sprinkle of winter magic is heading your way! 
Join us for the 2025 4-H Flake Out over Christmas Break. Enjoy hands-on project make & takes, a feel-good service-learning project, and a tasty lunch included. It’s the perfect way to chill with friends, spark creativity, and warm hearts during the holiday season.
Bundle up your imagination and flake out with 4-H. We can’t wait to see you there! 
Date: Dec 30th
Time: 9am-4pm
Cost: $20
Registration closes on Dec 1st or when spaces are filled. Limited to 40 youth.
Flake Out Registration
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4-H Flat Stanley and Stella
Get ready for an exciting mail adventure with Flat Stanley and Flat Stella! In this fun pen pal project, youth in K – 2nd grade will send their own Flat Stanley or Stella to a new friend and receive one in return. Along the way, you’ll share stories, take photos, and explore new places together!
The Flat Stanley Project is a fun and creative way for Cloverbuds to explore new places, make new friends, and practice writing all through the mail! Youth will color their own Flat Stanley or Stella, send them on an adventure, and receive a new friend in return. Along the way, they’ll share stories, take photos, and build excitement around reading and connection. It’s a great way to bring learning to life, one envelope at a time!
Register at Flat Stanley and Stella by January 9th!
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Sewing Workshops
“One step at a time. You’ll create a masterpiece… and try something new along the way.”
Join us for monthly sewing workshops where youth will:
🪡 Sew a new item each meeting
🧶 Work on a quilt project
📅 Meetings: Oct 7, Oct 27, Nov 17, Dec 12, more dates announced later
🔗 Sign Up & Learn More: Sewing Workshops
Let creativity lead the way! 🧵
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Clover Kaboom
Hey 5K–2nd graders! Join us each month for Clover Kaboom—where every workshop is a brand-new adventure! From hands-on projects to new friends and exciting skills, there’s always something fun to explore.
Saturdays from 9:30-11am. Come for one or for them all.
Sept 20
Oct 18
Nov 15
Enroll @ Clover Kaboom 2025
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Winter Camp is Coming!
Hey Teens!
Join us at camp for wintery fun,
With games, snow, and cocoa for everyone!
Grow your skills to lead the way,
At Winter Leadership Camp, we want you to come out and play!
Save the Date: Feb 13-15, 2026
More info to come.
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Save the Date! Summer Camp 2026
Save The Date!
2026 4-H Summer Camp – June 8-10
See you there!
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Stop back often, we will update as more programs are offered.
Questions? Contact Holly Luerssen, 4-H Educator.
