Oakland County 4-H

11/03/2026

🍂 The November 4-H Family Newsletter is here! Catch up on upcoming events, exciting opportunities, club highlights, and all the latest Oakland County 4-H news. Be sure to take a look and see what's coming up! 🌟💚

https://www.canr.msu.edu/oakland/uploads/files/4-H%20County%20Newsletter%20-%20November%202026.pdf

11/02/2026

📢 OCHC Presents... 2027 4-H Tack Sale! 📢

Save the date! ✅️

📢 OCHC Presents... 2027 4-H Tack Sale! 📢

Mark your calendars! 🗓

10/30/2026

🎃 Don't let your 4-H connection become a ghost story! 👻

This spooky season, reconnect with the experiences, friendships, and opportunities that helped shape your 4-H journey whether as a volunteer, member, parent or friend. Michigan 4-H Alumni and Friends is a growing network of individuals who believe in supporting youth and strengthening the future of 4-H. Stay connected, receive updates, discover volunteer opportunities, and support the next generation of 4-H youth.

No tricks, just treats! 🍬 Join today: extension.msu.edu/4Halumni

10/29/2026

Looking for a rewarding career working with youth and volunteers.

Lapeer County is hiring a 4-H Program Coordinator.

In this position you will ensure that youth and volunteer audiences are reached through established and newly developed programs, providing leadership to these groups through 4-H clubs, after school programs and youth mentoring.

View full description and apply at: http://careers.msu.edu - Search for posting 1168228 using the Job Search field.

Application Deadline is November 10, 2026.

10/28/2026

SHARE YOUR PASSION AT 2027 4-H EXPLORATION DAYS!

Do you have a skill, talent, career, or area of expertise you’d love to share with Michigan youth? Michigan State University Extension is looking for engaging session instructors and Free Time Activity leaders for 2027 4-H Exploration Days!

This exciting pre-college experience brings approximately 1,000 youth ages 12–19 from across Michigan to Michigan State University for hands-on learning, new experiences, personal growth, and lasting friendships.

Have an idea? Think outside the box! Youth enjoy interactive activities focused on career exploration, cutting-edge research, animals, life skills, recreation, and much more. You could lead a hands-on workshop, organize a game or tournament, share your research, offer a campus tour, or introduce youth to something entirely new!

Event Details
June 23–25, 2027
Michigan State University campus
Opportunities to lead sessions or evening Free Time Activities
Meals provided for instructors on the days they teach

Submit your ideas by December 5, 2026!

Complete a separate proposal survey for each session or Free Time Activity you’d like to have considered.

Submit your proposal here:
https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0fhTaIu3SqlvSrI

Help inspire the next generation by sharing your knowledge, passion, and creativity with Michigan 4-H youth!

10/27/2026

Registration is open for the 2027 Michigan 4-H Horse Judges and Show Manager/Volunteer Conference! 🐴

Join us on Saturday January 9th, 2027, for a day of education and networking focused on Michigan’s 4-H horse show volunteers, judges and others who have interest in supporting local youth equine events! The conference will offer keynote sessions as well as breakout sessions geared toward improving your horse show skill set for judges as well as show managers. Come and share your experiences with leaders from around the State!

Cost: Fee is $80/person. Registration fee will include lunch. Registration closes on January 2nd, 2027!

Register Here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/262886075173163

10/26/2026

4-H Clubs in Oakland County never disappoint during National 4-H Week!

The creativity and effort put forth by each club this year were truly astounding! Every display showcased the enthusiasm and dedication of our 4-H members!

Congratulations to this year's winners!
1st Place – Oakland County Sport Rocket 4-H Club
2nd Place – 4-H Poultry Fanciers
3rd Place – Tollgate Farm 4-H
Participation Award – Stem With Compassion 4-H Club

Each club will receive a ribbon and certificate at the annual 4-H Achievement Awards on November 7!

A HUGE thank-you to the businesses and locations that hosted 4-H clubs this year and helped make National 4-H Week a success!

Clarkston Independence District Library
Riley Park (Farmington)
Maher Feed and Pet Supply, Holly, MI
Keith Elementary PTA

Thank you to everyone who participated, hosted a display, and helped celebrate the impact of 4-H in Oakland County!

10/24/2026

Oakland County MSU Extension is hiring! LAST CHANCE!
Tollgate Farm Manager
Application Deadline is October 27, 2026.

As a key member of the Tollgate leadership team, you will provide comprehensive oversight of farm operations, facilities, equipment, and grounds. This includes managing the daily operations of a working educational farm and ensuring that all physical assets of the farm are maintained, safe, and fully functional to support educational programming, agricultural production, events, and community use.
View full description and apply at: http://careers.msu.edu - Search for posting 1172093 using the Job Search field.

10/23/2026

🎨 4-H WINTER CRAFT SERIES! ✂️🧵
Get creative this winter with hands-on projects that are great for Fair projects! Rope Braiding, come make a dog collar or bracelet for your self! Choose from a variety of colors and weaving patterns. 🏆

📍 Springfield Oaks Activity Center
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
💲 $10/session
👧 Ages 8+
👨‍👩‍👧 Youth under 12 may need a parent/guardian to supervise.
📅 Nov. 18th
Register Here for Rope Braiding:
https://events.anr.msu.edu/4HRopeBraiding/

Learn new skills, create something you're proud of, and get a head start on your 2027 Fair projects!

10/22/2026

Join 4-H staff as we take a look into life working with fisheries and wildlife! 🐟

This month’s 4-H Wild Spartans Series will splash into the underwater world to follow fish along their journeys. Join us on Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 at 6:30pm EST for “Migratory Fishes Are Amazing!” You will meet Karen Murchie, Director of Freshwater Research at the Shedd Aquarium. You’ll learn about her work, and the education and career path she followed to get there. Youth will be encouraged to ask questions to learn more through a live Q&A. This free virtual series is open to 4-H and non-4-H youth ages 12-19 years. Monthly sessions will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm EST. Pre-registration is required: https://pears.io/events/msuext/9307/