4-H Programs
2026 Winter/Spring 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.
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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Pollinator Pathways
Calling all 4-H teens!
Join UWSP Collegiate 4-H for an afternoon of hands-on learning as we dig into the world of pollinators and hear directly from horticulturists! Spring will be here before we know it—let’s get ready to help our buzzing friends thrive 
Open to youth in grades 6–12 from Marathon, Portage, Waupaca, and Wood County 4-H programs.
Come learn, get your hands dirty, and grow your knowledge while making a difference for pollinators! 
Date: January 31, 2026
Time: 12:30 – 3:00pm
Cost: Free
Where: Dreyfus University Centers
Registration Closes: Jan. 23rd
Winter Arts & Crafts
Calling all youth in grades 3-12! Join us for a cozy winter workshop filled with crafting fun, cookie decorating, making a tasty snack, and more!
Bring your creativity, your sweet tooth, and get ready to make something awesome while hanging out with friends. This is the perfect way to warm up and make winter memories!
Don’t miss out—come create, decorate, and snack with us!
Sign up by Jan 10th @ https://bit.ly/4HWinterArt26
Save the Dates – Summer Travel
Discover WI: July 7-9 for youth currently in Grades 6-8
Wisconsin Discovers: July 21-24 for youth currently in Grades 9-12
Get ready for adventure! We are offering two unique travel experiences for Summer 2026 and we want YOU to be part of the fun. Discover WI is perfect for youth in grades 6–8, exploring exciting destinations across our state. Older youth in grades 9–12 can dive even deeper with WI Discovers, a hands-on travel opportunity designed to broaden horizons while traveling out of state.
Pack your curiosity — let’s explore together!
More info coming Spring 2026.
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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.
Jan 17
Feb 21
Mar 7
Apr 18
Enroll @ Clover Kaboom 2026
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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.
