Koochiching County 4-H

Koochiching County 4-H 4-H is a learn-by-doing youth development program delivered throughout Minnesota. Learn more at https://extension.umn.edu/4-h/what-4-h

4-H is the oldest and largest publicly funded youth development organization in the US. Each 4-H club is encouraged to be creative and flexible to best meet the needs of the youth and families involved. This page specifically serves the families, volunteers and friends participating in the 4-H programming of the Koochiching County in northern Minnesota. We welcome your opinions, and encourage open

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Update from YELLO 2026 at UMN - Minneapolis It's "Workshop" morning. Youth participants chose attend two areas of intere...
06/12/2026

Update from YELLO 2026 at UMN - Minneapolis

It's "Workshop" morning.

Youth participants chose attend two areas of interest from 10 workshops... Speak up for Animal Ag, Saving Seeds, Resume Building, Inclusion in Action, Thriving Outdoors, and more.

One of the parts of YELLO is learning to be leaders. Workshops are project-based learning opportunities for preparing youth to be leaders in a project area of their interest. All workshops are one hour of content and are taught by Minnesota 4-H staff, community or UMN campus partners.

Update from YELLO 2026 at UMN - Minneapolis Today was all about "learning out-loud"Youth participants chose an area of i...
06/12/2026

Update from YELLO 2026 at UMN - Minneapolis

Today was all about "learning out-loud"

Youth participants chose an area of interest from 10 majors... Photography, EMS readiness, Art 4 Change, Theatre, Camp Counseling, Animal Science, Healthy Living and more.

One of the biggest parts of YELLO is the hands-on learning that you get to do in a Majors area. Major classes are project- based learning opportunities for diving deeper into a project area of interest. All majors included 6 hours of content and are taught by Minnesota 4-H staff, community or UMN campus partners.

Update from YELLO 2026 @ UMN-Minneapolis - We start this morning with Antonio's Keynote Speech. Antonio Becker is a Morr...
06/10/2026

Update from YELLO 2026 @ UMN-Minneapolis - We start this morning with Antonio's Keynote Speech. Antonio Becker is a Morrision County 4-H and MN4H State Ambassador alumni; and recipient of the National 4-H's Youth in Action award this past year.

Encouraged and inspired by Antonio's story, our 160+ youth attendees will spend the afternoon doing community service projects. Rain or Shine!

From every county in Minnesota 4-H, youth are participating in this year's "Grow a Monster" challenge. This year they ar...
06/01/2026

From every county in Minnesota 4-H, youth are participating in this year's "Grow a Monster" challenge. This year they are growing monster pumpkins.

In Koochiching County, Mason is borrowing his grandparent's garden for his 4-H Plant Science project.

Be sure to check in here on Mondays, as he gives us weekly updates for how his project is growing.

Just a reminder that our first Open Ride Night is on Monday, June 1. We will be meeting from 6-pm to 8-pm at the Norther...
05/29/2026

Just a reminder that our first Open Ride Night is on Monday, June 1.

We will be meeting from 6-pm to 8-pm at the Northern District Fairgrounds each Monday starting June 1 through July 6.

*If you haven't already done so, a pdf or readable picture of your Coggins must be sent to Stacy before you can attend this event.

*Please note that for this first evening, we will be reviewing the 2026 4-H rule changes and the fairboard will also be coming to review their new policy changes for the horse arena.

See you Monday!

Not enrolled in 4-H? Learn more at z.umn.edu/Kooch4-Hride

05/29/2026

Let’s Talk About Loneliness in Young People 👥
Because everyone needs someone to talk to.
Loneliness affects young people more than many realize. About 21% of teens report feeling lonely, and many keep those feelings to themselves, making it hard for others to know when they need support.
You can make a difference by choosing to check in. A simple message, a quick call, or a few kind words can remind someone they matter. You never know what someone is going through, and your small act of care might be exactly what they need.
Source: Edweek.org
This is video seven in an eight‑part series created by Beyond Ready to Serve youth leaders from five Minnesota counties, ranging from eighth grade and up. As they explored the needs in their communities, they discovered a shared passion for mental health, bullying prevention, and supporting older adults. Their insights and experiences shaped every part of this project.

05/29/2026

Let’s Talk About Caring for Older Adults 🧓
Because everyone needs someone to talk to.
Loneliness is more common among older adults than many people realize. 43% of older adults report feeling lonely, and many experience it quietly without reaching out for support.
You can make a meaningful difference by choosing to show up, even briefly. Even short visits matter more than you think. A quick check‑in, a shared cup of coffee, or a few minutes of conversation can remind someone that they are valued and not alone.
Source: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
This is video six in an eight‑part series created by Beyond Ready to Serve youth leaders from five Minnesota counties, ranging from eighth grade and up. As they explored the needs in their communities, they discovered a shared passion for mental health, bullying prevention, and supporting older adults. Their insights and experiences shaped every part of this project.

05/29/2026

Let’s Talk About Loneliness in Older Adults 📱
Because everyone needs someone to talk to.
Loneliness affects people of all ages, but it is especially common among older adults. More than one‑third of older adults report feeling lonely, and many experience it quietly without telling anyone.
You can make a difference by choosing to reach out and connect. Sometimes the simplest action matters most. Answer the phone when someone calls, return a message, or take a moment to check in. These small gestures can remind someone that they are seen, valued, and not alone.
Source: University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine
This is video five in an eight‑part series created by Beyond Ready to Serve youth leaders from five Minnesota counties, ranging from eighth grade and up. As they explored the needs in their communities, they discovered a shared passion for mental health, bullying prevention, and supporting older adults. Their insights and experiences shaped every part of this project.

05/22/2026

Let’s Talk About Cyberbullying 💻
Because everyone needs someone to talk to.

Cyberbullying is more common than many people realize. Over half of teens who go to school experience cyberbullying, and it is often very hard to tell when someone is being targeted online.

You can make a difference by choosing to be a helper, not a bully. Offer support, reach out when something feels off, and help create online spaces where kindness is the norm. Even small actions can interrupt harmful behavior and show someone they are not alone.

Source: cyberbullying.org/facts

This is video four in an eight‑part series created by Beyond Ready to Serve youth leaders from five Minnesota counties, ranging from eighth grade and up. As they explored the needs in their communities, they discovered a shared passion for mental health, bullying prevention, and supporting older adults. Their insights and experiences shaped every part of this project.

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