{"id":8905,"date":"2026-04-15T15:15:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T19:15:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/?p=8905"},"modified":"2026-04-15T15:15:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T19:15:33","slug":"april-4-h-4-u-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/april-4-h-4-u-2\/","title":{"rendered":"April 4-H 4-U"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#important dates\">Important Dates to Remember<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#county\">County 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#club news\">Club News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#state\">State 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#leaders-association\">Penobscot County 4-H Leaders Association<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"important dates\"><\/a>Important Dates to Remember<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 17: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maine 4-H Sheep ESE Intent to Participate Form Deadline<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 17 &#8211; May 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Paper Clover Campaign<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 19-21:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Maine 4-H Agriculture Symposium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 22 &amp; 23<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Oh YEA 4-H Grows True Leaders Garden Planning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 27-May 27<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>April 20<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Oh YEA 4-H Grows True Leaders College Visit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>May 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Equine ESE Intent Form Due<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>May 15: <\/b>Bangor State Fair Market Lamb Intent Form Due<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"county\"><\/a>County 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Paper Clover Promotion<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dates for the 2026 Paper Clover campaigns are:<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8908 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A collage-style promotional poster pinned to a corkboard promotes the 4-H \u201cPaper Clover\u201d fundraising campaign. In the center, a white card with a red header reads \u201cPaper Clover.\u201d Below it, bold green text states \u201cApril 17 thru May 3, 2026.\u201d Smaller text underneath says that funds support 4-H camp, scholarships, and leadership activities. The 4-H clover emblem and the Tractor Supply Co. logo appear at the bottom of the card. Surrounding the card are camp- and youth-themed images and memorabilia, including a \u201c4-H Camp\u201d banner, a campfire icon, hiking boots, a s\u2019more, a tractor, a vintage recreation games poster, campers playing outside, and various 4-H patches and graphics. An American flag and directional camp signposts also appear, reinforcing the outdoor camp theme. The items are arranged like pinned keepsakes on a bulletin board.\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-105x105.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-317x317.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-423x423.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-634x634.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-846x846.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-951x951.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-1268x1268.jpg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026-32x32.jpg 32w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/TSC-PAPER-CLOVER-SPRING-2026.jpg 1602w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spring: April 17 &#8211; May 3, 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Winter: November 27 &#8211; December 13, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4\u2011H to prepare youth to be ready for work and life. The success of the Paper Clover campaign has raised more than $24 million to impact local youth with the technical skills and life skills that prepare them for whatever comes their way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4\u2011H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4\u2011H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4\u2011H nationally.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong><b>Maine Delegates&#8217; Experience at Ignite by 4\u2011H in Washington, D.C.<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Each spring, 4-H teens from across the world travel to Washington, D.C. for Ignite by 4\u2011H, a national summit designed to spark curiosity, leadership, and hands\u2011on learning. This year, I had the opportunity to chaperone a group of Maine delegates who selected the Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) track. This track is a pathway centered on civic engagement, public leadership, and understanding how youth can make a difference in their communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Over six days, our delegates explored the nation\u2019s capital, connected with teens from across the world, and discovered how their voices can shape the world around them.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9081 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-300x288.jpeg\" alt=\"a volunteer and 2 youth standing in front of a big green and white clover\" width=\"300\" height=\"288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-300x288.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-1024x984.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-768x738.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-1536x1476.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-2048x1968.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-105x101.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-317x305.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-423x406.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-634x609.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-846x813.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-951x914.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-1268x1218.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Em-Adam-Kaylee-32x32.jpeg 32w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h5>What Makes Ignite Different<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Unlike other national 4\u2011H trips, Ignite allows youth to choose a learning track aligned with their interests from STEM to healthy living to animal science. Based on the youth\u2019s choice their workshops will be geared towards gaining new skills and experiences that they are interested in. CWF participants engaged in workshops and activities that helped them understand the foundations of civic engagement. Some highlights included:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Workshops on public speaking and advocacy, where youth practiced sharing their ideas with confidence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sessions on how federal, state, and local government work, and how young people can participate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Group discussions on issues affecting their communities, from environmental concerns to youth mental health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Collaborative team challenges that encouraged communication, problem\u2011solving, and leadership<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Opportunities to meet state Senators and Representatives<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9088 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-300x263.jpeg\" alt=\"youth and Angus King gather around a table, smiling as one student holds up a phone; a large map and clock are on the wall behind them.\" width=\"300\" height=\"263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-300x263.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-1024x898.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-768x673.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-1536x1347.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-2048x1796.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-105x92.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-317x278.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-423x371.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-634x556.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-846x742.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-951x834.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Angus-King-1268x1112.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Delegates reflected:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI liked experiencing how a conversation can stay calm and respectful, even when people have different opinions. The workshop leaders taught us how to talk through disagreements in a way where everyone feels heard, and it helped me realize it\u2019s okay to disagree as long as we listen and stay respectful.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cGetting to meet our senators and representatives made them feel more human to me. They were willing to hear what we cared about, even when the topics were complicated. Sharing our concerns was challenging, but it opened my eyes to how meaningful those conversations can be.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Exploring Washington, D.C.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In addition to workshops, youth had the chance to explore some of D.C.\u2019s most iconic locations. Our group especially enjoyed:<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9089 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-253x300.jpeg\" alt=\"tan statue of Martin Luther King, blue night sky in the background\" width=\"253\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-253x300.jpeg 253w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-865x1024.jpeg 865w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-768x909.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-1297x1536.jpeg 1297w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-105x124.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-317x375.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-423x501.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-634x751.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-846x1002.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-951x1126.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062-1268x1501.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/IMG_4062.jpeg 1343w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,253px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Touring the monuments and memorials<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visiting Capitol Hill Offices and the U.S. Capitol Building<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Getting to see peak cherry blossom season<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Youth said:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cGetting a specialized tour on Capitol Hill was awesome. The staffer showed us places most people never get to see and pointed our Maine specific statues. During the tour we got to ride the Senator subway to the Capitol which was possibly the coolest part of the trip\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI loved seeing all the monuments, but the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial stood out to me the most. Being there made his message feel more real, and it reminded me why his work still matters today.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>What the Experience Was Like for Emily<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9084 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"2 chaperones \" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-1268x1691.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CHAPERONES-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a chaperone, I had the privilege of watching our delegates grow more confident each day. The CWF track encouraged them to think deeply, speak up, and collaborate. I saw them step outside their comfort zones, ask thoughtful questions, and discover new interests. By the end of the trip, our group had formed new friendships, gained new skills, and returned home with a stronger sense of what leadership can look like both in 4\u2011H and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">From my perspective:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI\u2019ve worked with youth for a long time, but trips like this remind me why I love what I do. Watching them grow braver in their conversations, trust new friends, and support one another is something special. These trips may be tiring, but the laughter, the connections, and the memories we build together are the moments I carry with me.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who Should Consider Applying<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9085 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"group photo of youth at CWF\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-105x79.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-317x238.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-423x317.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-634x476.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-846x635.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-951x713.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-1268x951.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/CWF-2026-500x375.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ignite by 4\u2011H is a great fit for youth who are:<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interested in civic engagement, leadership, or public service<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Curious about how government works<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Excited to meet new people and explore a major U.S. city<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ready for a structured, fast\u2011paced learning environment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Looking to deepen their involvement in 4\u2011H<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As one delegate put it:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI didn\u2019t know anything about government before this trip, so learning how bills, amendments, and rights actually work was really cool. Once we started talking about real issues, it made everything feel more real, and I realized you don\u2019t have to be an expert to speak up for yourself or others.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How Families Can Prepare<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your child is considering applying next year, it can help to:<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9082 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"A large audience sits in a dimly lit auditorium facing a stage with colorful purple and blue lighting. On the stage, a presentation slide reads \u201cWhat does S.P.E.A.K stand for?\u201d with large, brightly colored letters spelling \u201cSPEAK,\u201d each paired with a short phrase underneath. A flag stands to the right of the stage, and curtains frame the presentation area.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-105x79.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-317x238.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-423x317.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-634x476.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-846x635.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-951x713.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-1268x951.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/SPEAK-500x375.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connect with 4\u2011H staff or previous attendees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Review the application materials together<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Talk about interests and goals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Practice interview or communication skills<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even the application process itself helps youth grow in confidence and self\u2011awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ignite by 4\u2011H is more than a conference; it\u2019s an opportunity for youth to discover their voice, build leadership skills, and see themselves as active participants in their communities. Our Maine delegates returned home energized, inspired, and ready to take on new challenges with a renewed sense of purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"club news\"><\/a>Club News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>PVHA<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9078 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-300x216.jpeg\" alt=\"group of youth looking at screen, volunteer pointing at it\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-300x216.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-1024x736.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-768x552.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-1536x1104.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-2048x1473.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-105x76.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-317x228.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-423x304.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-634x456.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-846x608.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-951x684.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha1-1268x912.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9079 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-300x281.jpeg\" alt=\"a white table with plates of leaves and stick with youth sitting around it\" width=\"231\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-300x281.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-1024x958.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-768x719.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-1536x1437.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-2048x1916.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-105x98.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-317x297.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-423x396.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-634x593.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-846x792.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-951x890.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/pvha2-1268x1186.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,231px\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This month, our youth dove into the world of vernal pools and the amphibians that call them home. After learning about these seasonal wetlands and the species that depend on them, members explored how spring weather shapes their survival \u2014 including how heavy rain can wash away egg masses and how drought can shrink pools before tadpoles finish developing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To bring their learning to life, youth created their own miniature vernal pools using upside\u2011down frisbees, sticks, leaves, rocks, and water. They sprinkled chia seeds into their pools to model frog eggs and watched how they dispersed and settled \u2014 just like real egg masses in nature. It was a hands\u2011on way to connect science learning with creativity and Maine ecology.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Penobscot Livestock <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>On March 21st the Penobscot Livestock 4-H group had a meeting in Bangor.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8990 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"spaghetti and marshmallow tower fell\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-1268x1691.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock2-rotated.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8989 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"youth building a spaghetti and marshmallow tower\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-1268x1691.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Pen-Livestock-rotated.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/>At our meeting we discussed what will happen at Northeast Livestock Expo (NELE).\u00a0 NELE is a livestock exhibition weekend held at the Windsor Fairgrounds. We also discussed our 4-H demonstrations and the guidelines for them. For our demonstrations, it can either be a demonstration, an illustrative talk or performing art. Our 4-H group does demo day so we can work on our public speaking skills.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, we also talked about different fundraiser we can do to raise money for our group. We have considered a car wash to raise money.<\/p>\n<p>We split into our committees to work on different responsibilities. The program committee was responsible for all programs at regular meetings. The objective today was to come up with a plan for a nutrition meeting. The social committee was responsible for discussing ice breakers for the beginning of meetings. The community service committee started to plan community service ideas. At end the of the meeting, we all came back to discuss our objectives.<\/p>\n<h4><b>Shoes N&#8217; Shears<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shoes N&#8217; Shears had another similar month to last. We learned more about the next steps of lambing season, including our cloverbuds getting experience feeding bottle babies and the older youth learning the hard work that goes into moving grain and hay around the farm. Our meeting discussion was on finances related to the benefits or drawbacks of buying in bulk.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8997 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"boy in a green jacket carrying a red bucket with grain in it\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2-1268x1691.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-2.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8996 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-300x237.jpeg\" alt=\"boy wearing a bright orange jacket with a white lamb in a kitchen with teal cupboards and a white oven in the background\" width=\"300\" height=\"237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-300x237.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-1024x810.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-768x608.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-105x83.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-317x251.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-423x335.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-634x502.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-846x669.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-951x753.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears-1268x1003.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Shoes-n-Shears.jpeg 1457w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The club members have started working on art projects, most are interested in painting. The cloverbuds enjoy anything with glue or scissors! Our current painting project is doing portraits of our family or pets! Take a look next month for some final projects!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The members are getting ready to switch gears into spring sports and excited to either return to Softball or try out T-ball for our cloverbuds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Next month has big spring plans: learning about introductory flower and vegetable gardening, picking out our show flock, beginning to train the sheep on a lead, and cheer comes to an end with a big performance for the Portland Sea Dogs. &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Liam and Damon <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"state\"><\/a>State 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><b><strong>Fryeburg Market Lamb Intent Forms Due June 5, 2026<\/strong><\/b><\/h4>\n<p>Intent forms for Fryeburg Fair market lambs are now available <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/animal-science-resources\/sheep\/fryeburg-fair-market-lamb-intent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">online<\/a>. Market Lambs must be owned and in possession of 4-H\u2019er by June 1, 2026, and must be a castrated male. In order to be eligible for participation, 4-H members must meet the following requirements: Send Intent to Sell Form, original bill of sale\/value of lamb statement, and\u00a0 pictures of your animal (front and side view) to your county office by June 5th.<\/p>\n<p>Animal approval forms for lambs must include the scrapie tag number and list \u201cFryeburg Sale\u201d as the show class.<\/p>\n<p>Additional requirements as well as the fillable online form can be found online on our <a href=\"http:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/fryeburg-fair-regulations-for-market-steers-and-market-lambs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fryeburg Fair information page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information please contact Sadee Mehuren at 207.342.5971;\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadee.mehuren@maine.edu<\/a>\u00a0or the State 4-H Office at 207.581.3877.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>New Dates: Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors \u2013 Spring 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Maine 4-H is now accepting registrations for the spring 2026 Agriculture Ambassadors cohort! The program is designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.\u00a0 Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state, and building relationships with industry professionals.<\/p>\n<p>This season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8984 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Ag-Symposium-423x317-1-300x225.png\" alt=\"4-H member holding bovine rumen sample.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Ag-Symposium-423x317-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Ag-Symposium-423x317-1-105x79.png 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Ag-Symposium-423x317-1-317x238.png 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Ag-Symposium-423x317-1.png 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the multi-week session, youth will serve in their ambassador role with Maine 4-H for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock, ag literacy\/food systems, environmental stewardship, ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally, statewide, and even nationally. Register today!<\/p>\n<p>Spring 2026 Dates<br \/>\nOnline: April 26, May 6, May 13, May 20, &amp; May 27<\/p>\n<p>Maine Agriculture Symposium at the University of Maine: April 19-21 (two nights), we try to offer transportation as best we can.<\/p>\n<p>To register visit the Maine <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/youth\/ag-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program page<\/a>. \u00a0For more information or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Alisha Targonski at <a href=\"mailto:alisha.targonski@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alisha.targonski@maine.edu<\/a> or 207.622.7546.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Maine 4-H Agriculture Symposium<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Dates: April 19 \u2013 21, 2026<br \/>\nLocation: University of Maine, Orono<br \/>\nAges: 13 \u2013 18<\/p>\n<p>The 5th annual 4-H Agriculture Symposium is an overnight experience for Maine youth ages 13-18. Participants will take part in hands-on learning opportunities, engage with industry professionals on the University of Maine Orono campus, develop leadership skills, and make friendships with teens from around the state.<\/p>\n<p>Youth will participate in interactive learning experiences like blueberry research, animal science, engineering challenge, industry panel and so much more.<\/p>\n<p>Current 4-H membership is not required. Assistance with transportation may be available upon request.<\/p>\n<p>Cost: $40 (a family cap of $50)<br \/>\nTo help offset the cost of meals, lodging, and transportation for this inclusive 2-night, 3-day event. If cost is a barrier, please contact <a href=\"mailto:extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu\">extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu<\/a>; scholarships are available.<\/p>\n<p>Registration is required for Ag Symposium; <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005cLRx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register Here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>4-H Dairy Judging Contest<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The 2026 Maine 4-H Dairy Judging Contest will be held on May 2nd at BrookRidge Organic Dairy Farm in Lyman, ME.\u00a0The event is open to all enrolled 4-H dairy members and will serve as the official tryouts for the 2026 Maine 4-H Eastern States Dairy Judging Team.\u00a0For a complete schedule for the day please visit\u00a0the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/animal-science-resources\/dairy\/judging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact Sadee Mehuren at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadee.mehuren@maine.edu<\/a>\u00a0or 207.342.5971.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMASS) Vet Science Academy<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Massachusetts 4-H Animal Science and UMASS Vet Science will be welcoming students, ages 13 to 18, interested in veterinary science as a potential career to the UMASS Hadley Farm. There will be two sessions to choose from: Session 1 will be Saturday, June 13th and 14th. Session 2 will be June 15th and 16th.\u00a0Youth will be learning about the wide range of opportunities in this profession and will get tons of hands-on animal experience. Youth will be staying overnight in a UMASS dorm!<\/p>\n<p>Register for <a href=\"http:\/\/explorevetsci1.4honline.com\/#\/public\/ins_v\/evt_3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Session One<\/a>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8985 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Clover2-280x300.gif\" alt=\"4-H clover\" width=\"160\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Clover2-280x300.gif 280w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Clover2-105x112.gif 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Clover2-317x339.gif 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 160px) 100vw, 160px\" \/><br \/>\nRegister for <a href=\"http:\/\/explorevetsci2.4honline.com\/#\/public\/ins_v\/evt_3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Session Two<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you are not a MA 4-Her, you will need to create a profile. Please select \u201cstate office\u201d as your county. Registration will stay open until all slots are filled. Fees for this program will be $175 per attendee. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-umass.nbsstore.net%2Fexploring-vet-science&amp;data=05%7C02%7Casamuelson%40umass.edu%7C069621d2b19e4b08d76c08de7deed967%7C7bd08b0b33954dc194bbd0b2e56a497f%7C0%7C0%7C639086661972064846%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=d52CtrQMNxZboJZAuhvr4Zz4XFoZ8MHLJUOfUOB%2BuGM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">payment page<\/a> to pay. Financial assistance is available.<\/p>\n<p>Got questions? Please email Andrew at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:asamuelson@umass.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">asamuelson@umass.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>4-H Working Steer Tryout Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The show season is fast approaching! Working steer ESE intent forms (due May 1st), volunteer interest forms, team member guidelines, and apprentice guidelines are all available one at extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/working-steer\/. The dates for team tryouts are listed below.<\/p>\n<p>ESE\u00a0Working\u00a0Steer\u00a0Tryouts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>June 14, 2026 at Windsor Fairgrounds<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0July 11, 2026, Ossipee Valley Fair<\/li>\n<li>August 13, 2026, Skowhegan Fair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact Hillary Arsenault, ESE coordinator, at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:maineworkingsteer@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maineworkingsteer@gmail.com<\/a>; 207.592.3320 or Sadee Mehuren at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadee.mehuren@maine.edu<\/a>; 207.342.5971<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Livestock Judging Contest and Maine Team Tryout<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Livestock judging is back! For the\u00a0first time in a long time Maine 4-H is sending a livestock judging team to The Big E and we want you to be a part of it! Tryouts for the team will take place at The Cross Insurance Center on May 2nd in partnership with the FFA Livestock Judging Contest. In order to be eligible for the Eastern States team 4-H members must be at least 12 years old by December 31, 2025 and have completed one year in 4-H. All 4-H members are invited to participate in the tryout event and the practice events regardless\u00a0of their intent to try out for the Eastern States Team. More information on the tryout process will be available\u00a0soon.<\/p>\n<p>Looking to sharpen your judging skills? Join us for the following practice events:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>April 18th at 10:00am- Swine and sheep Judging at Quimby Family Farms (566 Sandy River Rd. Starks, ME 04911). If you plan on attending please notify Sadee Mehuren via email at <a href=\"mailto:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadee.mehuren@maine.edu<\/a> so that we can prepare for the event.<\/li>\n<li>April 22rd at 9:00am- Beef cattle judging clinic and contest at the Fryeburg Youth Show. For more information visit\u00a0the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fryeburgyouthshow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fryeburg Youth Show page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>New 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Opportunity!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>4-H members now have an exciting new opportunity to showcase their skills at The Big E&#8217;s first 4-H Rabbit &amp; Poultry Show! Open to youth ages 12 and above, this event is a great way to learn new skills, compete in regional 4-H shows, and connect with others who share an interest in rabbits and poultry.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9035 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-300x204.jpg\" alt=\"black and white rabbits in a cage\" width=\"300\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-1024x695.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-768x521.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-1536x1042.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-2048x1389.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-105x71.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-317x215.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-423x287.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-634x430.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-846x574.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-951x645.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/04\/Rabbits-2-1268x860.jpg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Participants can look forward to a variety of engaging activities, including breed shows, showmanship competitions, agility contests, and more. Whether you\u2019re experienced or just getting started, this event offers something for everyone. Interested in participating or learning more? Be sure to complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/animal-science-resources\/poultry-and-rabbit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">interest form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information please contact Sadee Mehuren at 207.342.5971 or\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadee.mehuren@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>It\u2019s Time to Think About Summer Camp!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Looking to take your Maine 4-H Experience to a new level? Check out the summer programs at your UMaine 4-H Camps! Opportunities for living in community, making new friends, building a sense of belonging, and honing your skills in a whole variety of program options such as, outdoor skills, shooting sports, STEM, creative arts, ecology, gardening, team work, and teen leadership. Each camp has scholarship opportunities to off-set tuition costs AND your County 4-H Programs have scholarships to attend camp too. One to three-week sessions available in both day and overnight settings. We hope to see you there!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/tanglewood\/blueberry-cove-tenants-harbor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blueberry Cove,<\/a> Tenants Harbor in Knox County. Dates: June 21-August 14, 2026.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/bryantpond\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bryant Pond<\/a>, Bryant Pond in Oxford County. Dates: June 21-August 14, 2026.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/greenland-point\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Greenland Point<\/a>, Princeton in Washington County. Dates: June 28-July 31, 2026.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/tanglewood\/tanglewood-lincolnville\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tanglewood<\/a>, Lincolnville in Waldo County. Dates: June 21-August 21, 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bryant Pond and Greenland Point contact, Bethany: 207.665.2068<br \/>\nTanglewood and Blueberry Cove contact, Emma: 207.789.5868<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Equine ESE Intent Forms Due May 1, 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The 2026 Eastern States (ESE) Horse Intent Form is now live and online.\u00a0 The form is to indicate your interest in participating in the Eastern States Team Tryout event this summer, which will be on July 31- Aug 1st, 2026, at the Skowhegan Fairgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>The event this year will offer an overnight opportunity for youth to qualify\u00a0and to learn and grow while getting to know other youth who are also interested\u00a0in trying out. Youth can participate in one of the tracks below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Teen Leader (4-H age 12 and up)<\/li>\n<li>Rider or Driver (4-H age 13 and up)<\/li>\n<li>Groom track (which is a learning track only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If youth would like to come and learn about the team, help, and observe (especially if they aren\u2019t old enough to qualify for the team yet), they can also come to tryouts as a \u201cGroom\u201d and\u00a0will need to fill out the intent form.<\/p>\n<p>Youth interested in any of the track options need to fill out the intent form. We use this\u00a0info to contact and update interested families\u00a0and youth.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScljyCAe26iTzLBTK71GbtUDIZxQvzZQ78ZbGhFmsc7pDUsQA\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=113403181564152367786\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ESE intent form<\/a> is to be filled out by May 1st.\u00a0\u00a0Approval forms must also be filled out and sent to your county office by May 1st as well.<\/p>\n<p>More details will be included in the tryout application packet on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/animal-science-resources\/horse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UMaine 4-H Horse Website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The intent form does not bind you to the\u00a0tryout event. Applications will be used to determine the event roster and final schedule.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please reach out to: Tara Marble,\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:tara.marble@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tara.marble@maine.edu<\/a>, or 207.778.4650.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Early College Outdoor Intensives<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The UMaine 4-H Camps and Learning Centers at Tanglewood and Greenland Point are each offering Early College programs in conjunction with the University of Maine Division of Lifelong Learning. KPE 265 is a 3-credit course focused on skills in outdoor recreation.\u00a0This is an introductory course in outdoor and adventure activities, forming the foundation of an outdoor leadership education. The course focuses primarily on participation in four different activity categories: canoeing; bouldering and climbing; hiking and orienteering; and challenge course.\u00a0KPE 207 is a 1-credit course where participants\u00a0become certified\u00a0in wilderness first aid (WFA) and CPR.<\/p>\n<p>Registration:\u00a0Participants must complete enrollment with the University of Maine Early College Program. Once that is completed we will send you an invitation to enroll for the Tanglewood portion of the program.<\/p>\n<p>UMaine tuition for this course is free for Maine high school students (public school &amp; homeschoolers). Tuition for out-of-state students and Maine private school students is $149 for 2026 per credit for a total fee of $596 for 2026.\u00a0(Please note there is an overnight fee for this course for all participants).<\/p>\n<p>Overnight fees:\u00a0$900, including all housing, meals, and certification fees, scholarships available.<\/p>\n<p>Tanglewood<br \/>\nDates: July 19 \u2013 31, 2026<br \/>\nAges: 15 \u2013 18<br \/>\nVisit the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/tanglewood\/tanglewood-lincolnville\/leadership-programs\/early-college-outdoor-intensive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tanglewood website<\/a> for more information and registration links.<br \/>\nEmail Tanglewood <a href=\"mailto:extension.tanglewood4h@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">extension.tanglewood4h@maine.edu<\/a> directly with any questions.<\/p>\n<p>Greenland Point<br \/>\nDates: August 2 &#8211; 12, 2026<br \/>\nAges: 16 \u2013 18<br \/>\nVisit the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/greenland-point\/summer-camp\/early-college-outdoor-intensive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Greenland Point website<\/a> for more information and registration links.<br \/>\nEmail Greenland Point <a href=\"mailto:extension.greenlandpoint@maine.ed\">extension.greenlandpoint@maine.ed<\/a>u directly with any questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Maine 4-H Sheep ESE Intent to Participate Form Now Available<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The 2026 Maine 4-H Sheep ESE <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/animal-science-resources\/sheep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Intent to Participate Form<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0is now available online and must be submitted by April 17th, 2026. This is a requirement for all youth intending to participate as members of the Maine 4-H Sheep Team at the Eastern States Exposition in September (including teen leads).<\/p>\n<p>The Eastern States Exhibition (Big E) 4-H Sheep Program brings together 4-H members from six states in Springfield, MA for three days of events that showcase their animals, knowledge and skills. Members must be 12-18 years old as of December 31, 2025 and have completed at least one year in a sheep project.<\/p>\n<p>Please contact Megan Cook with any questions or for more information at <a href=\"mailto:megan.cook@maine.edu\">megan.cook@maine.edu<\/a>\u00a0or 207-532-6548.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>April 2026 4-H Volunteer Corner: Your corner for connection, tips, and tricks!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h5>4-H is Family<\/h5>\n<p>Being part of a group with goals, expectations and responsibilities that focuses on relationships, and celebrating and supporting one another can feel like family. As one 4-H member shared: \u201cWhen I\u2019m at 4-H, I feel like I\u2019m part of something bigger. That\u2019s what the sense of belonging looks like in action. While the youth members may act as the \u201cprimary\u201d family members in your group don\u2019t forget about the other adults who provide their primary care: parents, guardians, and\/or grandparents. 4-H volunteers should consider parents, grandparents, and other adult family members as assets. Consider the following strategies to help them feel a part your club as well:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tell parents\/guardians\/grandparents they are welcome and encouraged to attend meetings.<\/li>\n<li>Have a meeting for parents\/guardians\/grandparents at the beginning of the year.<\/li>\n<li>Schedule a 4-H event in which all family members are invited to participate.<\/li>\n<li>Communicate directly with parents\/guardians\/grandparents by talking with them face to face, through social media, phone calls, and club meeting notes\/agendas\/minutes.<\/li>\n<li>Invite parents\/guardians\/grandparents to help. Share the list of tasks and find out what each parent is willing to do to assist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Maine 4-H Volunteer Summit- IN PERSON! Saturday, November 7th!<\/h5>\n<p>More details to come in the upcoming months, but we promise food, fun, connection, and learning! Our planning committee is working hard to put together an awesome experience for you all. You won\u2019t want to miss it!<\/p>\n<h5>4-H Volunteer Huddle:<\/h5>\n<p>Join us for a short \u201cgather and learn session\u201d! We meet on the first Friday of each month from 12:00-12:30 pm via Zoom. Whether you are an experienced 4-H volunteer or just getting started, we\u2019d love to see you there! No registration required!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>April 3, 2026-\u00a0Doing to Understanding: Applying Experiential Learning in 4-H Clubs\u00a0\u00a0Learn how to guide youth through hands-on experiences followed by purposeful reflection, helping them build confidence, critical thinking, and leadership skills.<\/li>\n<li>May 1, 2026-\u00a0Understanding the Danish System: More than Just a Ribbon Explore how the Danish judging system works and what your ribbon really means. This workshop will help you understand the focus on individual achievement, learning, and growth in 4-H project evaluation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note: The Zoom link and password will be emailed to all enrolled 4-H volunteers, or you can email Tara Wood <a href=\"mailto:tara.a.wood@maine.edu\">tara.a.wood@maine.edu<\/a> to request it.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"leaders-association\"><\/a>Penobscot County 4-H Leaders\u2019 Association<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Penobscot County 4-H Leaders\u2019 Association Meeting Minutes<br \/>\nMarch 19, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Attendance: Emily Pigeon (staff), Lucia Brown (Sec.\/Treas.), Scott Leeman (Pres.), Corinna Caron (VP), Donna Keniston, Donna Gangitano, Kaylee K.<\/p>\n<p>The meeting was called to order at 6:03.<\/p>\n<p>Secretary\u2019s Report: Scott motions to accept the minutes as written, Corinna seconds. All in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Staff Report:<br \/>\nEmily will be chaperoning Ignite from March 24-29th. She will be available via email, but response time will vary.<br \/>\nThank you, Kaylee for supporting the Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine Event at Fort Knox<br \/>\nCall for help! &#8211; This could be volunteers, trusted teens, or youth with a parent<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>June 6th, not sure on time, Good Vibes Social Club in Carmel hosting a 4-H day \u2013 looking for a \u2018petting zoo\u2019 or small animals, nothing bigger than goat or lamb<\/li>\n<li>July 7-10th 1-5 pm (we pick the day and time that works best for us) Edythe Dyer Library in Hampden \u2013 hosting a 4-H day \u2013 looking for a \u2018petting zoo\u2019. They could be flexible on day to accommodate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Deadlines:<br \/>\nMay 15: Bangor State Fair Market Lamb Intent Form Due<\/p>\n<p>Current\/Upcoming Events<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>March 25-29: Maine Science Festival &#8211; At the Maine Discovery Museum in Bangor, check their website for more information<\/li>\n<li>April 2: Build Your Own Catapult &#8211; At Bangor Public Library in the teen room at 4-5 pm. This is the start of a monthly series, to be held on the first Thursday of every month.<\/li>\n<li>April 8: Seed Starting Indoors &#8211; At Millinocket Public Library, 2:30-3:30 pm, there will be an adult program at the same time as the youth program<\/li>\n<li>April 11: Speak Up, Maine 4-H! A Public Speaking Showcase &#8211; At UMaine Orono DPC Building, 9 am-3 pm, folks are welcome to come and spectate<\/li>\n<li>April 13: Robotics Program &#8211; At the 4-H Science Center in Orono, 11 am-12:30 pm<\/li>\n<li>April 16: Leaders&#8217; Meeting &#8211; At Penobscot County Office, or via Zoom, 6 pm<\/li>\n<li>April 17 &#8211; May 3: Paper Clover Campaign \u2013 Emily will be sending an email from Lisa Phelps. Will be a demo day where clubs can go to TSC and be entered to win a gift card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Scholarships \u2013 none<\/p>\n<p>Camperships \u2013 Adam B. is requesting funding to go to CWF with Ignite. He is looking for a scholarship of $300. He has gotten a lot out of 4-H and looks forward to participating in this workshop to learn more about citizenship and government. Adam has participated in fundraising. Corinna motions to approve, Scott seconds. All in favor, but Lucia abstained from voting. Donna G. suggested that the funding for this and Kaylee K. come from TSC, Emily will look into it.<\/p>\n<p>Commodity\/Event Grants &#8211; none.<\/p>\n<p>Fundraising<\/p>\n<p>Sock fundraiser \u2013 We sold 25 pairs.<br \/>\nBottle drive \u2013 discuss again this spring.<br \/>\nFedco fundraiser \u2013 Fedco fundraiser \u2013 a computer changeover delayed things a bit, but it will be up and running soon. That ran through March 15. No sales so far. It is on the County Facebook page.<\/p>\n<p>BSF &#8211; no update.<\/p>\n<p>Next Meeting: April 16, 2026 \u2013 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Secretary\u2019s Report<br \/>\nTreasurer&#8217;s Report<br \/>\nStaff Reports<br \/>\nScholarships<br \/>\nCamperships<br \/>\nCommodity Grants<br \/>\nFundraising<br \/>\nBangor State Fair<\/p>\n<p>Corrina made a motion to adjourn at 6:18 pm, seconded by Scott. 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