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Icebreakers Part 4: studying a topic
Published on February 24, 2014
Icebreakers can be important building blocks to successful group interactions. This the final article in a four part series introducing the four general types of ice breakers. -
From the vault Part 1: Wildlife Conservation for 4-H Clubs
Published on February 24, 2014
MSU Extension has been publishing bulletins to educate the people of Michigan for decades. Join in as we take a look back at 4-H Club Bulletin 49 from 1954 called “Wildlife Conservation for 4-H Clubs.” -
Managing the mud at your horse farm
Published on February 24, 2014
As spring draws near, we will inevitably be dealing with mud. Learn how to make the best of this messy situation. -
From the vault Part 2: Great Lakes 4-H fact sheets
Published on February 24, 2014
MSU Extension has been publishing bulletins to educate the people of Michigan for decades. Join in as we take a look back at 4-H club information from 1986 entitled “Great Lakes 4-H Fact Sheets.” -
The wonders of weeds
Published on February 21, 2014
If you take the time to learn more about them, some weeds could become great companions in your gardens and landscape beds. -
Resources to help your club meetings be effective! Part 3
Published on February 21, 2014
Use these helpful tools to evaluate the effectiveness of your 4-H club meetings. -
9-1-1 is designated as the universal emergency number for the entire United States
Published on February 20, 2014
If an ambulance or immediate assistance from the fire department or law enforcement is needed, call 9-1-1. Never use this number for prank calls or to obtain non-emergency information. -
Happy Birthday: 100th Anniversary of Smith-Lever Act and MSU Extension
Published on February 20, 2014
In 1914 the Smith-Lever Act was signed into federal law by President Woodrow Wilson. That created a national Extension system. -
Preparing youth for a meat judging contest
Published on February 19, 2014
Michigan youth have the opportunity to learn more about meat judging throughout the year. Whether at home, a local facility, the MSU Meat Lab or the state 4-H/FFA contest, youth can develop and apply life skills. -
Volunteers: Definition, recognition and resources
Published on February 19, 2014
A definition for volunteers, recognition and several resources for more information about volunteer recognition.