Otsego County 4-H MSUE

05/22/2026

🐰🐔 Free Small Animal Showmanship Clinic!🐔🐰
Join us Saturday, May 30 | 10 AM–12 PM at the Otsego County Fairgrounds!
Open to all youth—come build your showmanship skills with chickens, turkeys, ducks, rabbits & guinea pigs.
👉 Bring your own rabbit if you’d like—poultry provided!
Perfect for beginners or those looking to gain confidence before fair.
📣 Share and spread the word—we hope to see you there!
🟩 Hosted by Otsego County Fair (Ga***rd, Michigan)

05/19/2026

The Michigan 4-H State Horse Show has been set. If you are currently enrolled in 4-H and would like to participate please email the Program Coordinator ASAP at [email protected] 🐴🤍🍀

05/16/2026

Friendly reminder this is happening TODAY! The more people we have helping the faster it’s done, hope to see you there! 🤍🍀

🚧 4-H Road Clean-Up – This Saturday! 🚧
We’re excited to share that the Otsego County Road Commission has approved our Adopt-A-Road clean-up for Saturday, May 16th!
📍 Start Location: Our Lady of the Snows (corner of Parmater Rd & Murner Rd)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – Noon
Due to updated safety guidelines, participants must be 12 years or older. We’d love to see a strong turnout from our eligible 4-H youth!
✅ Safety vests, trash bags, snacks, and water will be provided
✅ Required: All participants must watch the safety video ahead of time at: www.otsegocrc.org
(Go to Information → Adopt a Road → MDOT Adopt a Road Safety Video)

Let’s work together to give back to our community—hope to see you there! 🍀🤍💚

05/11/2026

🚧 4-H Road Clean-Up – This Saturday! 🚧
We’re excited to share that the Otsego County Road Commission has approved our Adopt-A-Road clean-up for Saturday, May 16th!
📍 Start Location: Our Lady of the Snows (corner of Parmater Rd & Murner Rd)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – Noon
Due to updated safety guidelines, participants must be 12 years or older. We’d love to see a strong turnout from our eligible 4-H youth!
✅ Safety vests, trash bags, snacks, and water will be provided
✅ Required: All participants must watch the safety video ahead of time at: www.otsegocrc.org
(Go to Information → Adopt a Road → MDOT Adopt a Road Safety Video)

Let’s work together to give back to our community—hope to see you there! 🍀🤍💚

05/10/2026

If you’re looking for an opportunity to hone your showmanship skills and then practice what you’ve learned, here’s a great opportunity 🤍🍀

05/09/2026

ATTENTION: All youth interested in marketing livestock at the 2026 Otsego Fair! There will be an informational meeting on Monday May 11th at the MSUE Office from 5:30-6:30 PM. All youth who are interested in marketing livestock at the 2026 Fair should attend. If you have questions or concerns please email Sara at [email protected].

Send a message to learn more

05/07/2026

Important reminder! Our 4-H Council meeting is tonight at 5pm at the MSUE office! 🤍🍀

05/05/2026

🌲🥾 May Adventure Day was a hit in the Pigeon River Country State Forest!

Participants enjoyed a historical tour of the Pigeon River Country Discovery Center, learned essential hiking safety tips, checked their gear, and practiced map reading and trail navigation. Along the way, they also sharpened their skills in identifying local trees and birds.

A huge thank you to Joe Jarecki, retired Head Forester of the Pigeon River Country, and Rudi Edel for generously volunteering your time and sharing your knowledge—we couldn’t have done it without you! 🌿🐦

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04/21/2026

There is still time to join this event; it's open to Otsego 4-H Families too! 🍀🤍

☀️Does this sun and warm weather make you want to get outside and dream of better days?
🌲 Join Us for a Pigeon River May Adventure Day! 🌲

When: Saturday, May 2 🦌✨
📅10:00 AM – 4‑hour program

Who: Youth ages 8+ and their families

What: Youth and their families are invited to explore the Pigeon River Country State Forest with naturalists from the Pigeon River Discovery Center.
✅ Learn about forest history
✅ Bird & tree identification
✅ Trail systems & outdoor safety
✅ Enjoy a short hike and hands‑on exploration

🥾 Bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and weather‑ready gear.

🔗 Pre-Registration required (space is limited). 4-H members and public welcome
https://events.anr.msu.edu/PigeonRiver/

Come explore Michigan’s wild side with us! 🍃🌿