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Cloverbud Information

General Cloverbud Information

4-H used to be just for your older brothers and sisters. But now, it's for you, too, with Cloverbuds! Just like older 4-Hers, you can decide which project you want to take. When you take a project you will do activities to help you learn more about what interests you. Cloverbuds have several projects to choose from.

The Cloverbud program is open to all chidren ages five to seven years old as of September 1 of the current 4-H year.

Throughout the 4-H year, there are many activities for the Cloverbuds, their leaders, and their parents.

Cloverbuds are elgible to participate in many local and county activities designed for 4-H members. Cloverbud members will exhibit their projects as part of the County Fair. Exhibitors will be awarded ribbons, but not premium money. Competition is not a factor for Cloverbud members. They are encouraged to enroll in only one project per year, especially their first year.

Cloverbud Project List

Aerospace I
A project in which members exploreaerospace. Members will learn to make rockets out of marshmallows, and a space helment using a milk jug. Learn many basic terms associated with flying.
Arts & Crafts
A project designed to help members develop their creative interest. Any basic arts and crafts project kids are interested in is acceptable.
Bicycle Adventure I
An introduction to bicycle safety where members learn street signs and practice signaling.
Caring for My Pet
A project in which members learn basic skills related to pet care and cleanliness. Members will learn to develop a care timetable and will carry out basic pet grooming skills.
Caring for My Room
A project in which members learn basic maintenance skills, organizational tasks, and exercise creativity by making a simple accessory for their room.
Health: Exploring Your Body
A project in which members learn about germs on their hands, first aid kits, the food pyramid, safety, etc.
Kids in the Kitchen
A basic foods project in which members learn fundamental kitchen safety skills and learn to plan and prepare nutritious snacks and simple food items.
Theater Arts I
A project in which members may make a puppet, play theater games, do mime, create a play or do improvisation.
Watching My Garden Grow
A project in which members learn to prepare soil, plant seeds, and care for plants. May focus on vegetables, flowers, or both.

Calendar of Events

Cloverbud Party - a fun party for all county Cloverbuds to celebrate and learn about 4-H!

Cloverbud Day Camp- an day of adventure and fun! This Day Camp is sure to keep your Cloverbud active wishing to stay longer!

All Cloverbud events are planned by committees of youth (ages 12-18) from 4-H Federation, and all dates will be announced as they are planned.

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Contact Us
For more information, please contact:

Pam Schingoethe
Program Coordinator, 4-H & Youth
Stephenson County Unit
Highland Community College
Building R
2998 W Pearl City Rd
Freeport, IL 61032
Phone: 815-235-4125
FAX: 815-232-9006
schingoe@uiuc.edu

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