MA 4-H SET

10/11/2026

Thanks for celebrating National 4-H Week us and in closing we also want to thank our supporters.

10/09/2026

Maps can help visually tell a story, but they can also be interactive. From historic maps, storymaps, topographical and even mythical. Maps have bee around - if you are interested in learning more we are starting a 4-H Geospatial program that will be hybrid and based out of our Auburn office. Check out these from the USGS: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1bFvssdMpi/

10/08/2026

One of the points was from donated materials to the Worcester County office. As we plan for the 125th you can help spread the word. Enter your club and or county information on the History Map: https://unitedstates-4h-125historymapping.vercel.app/

For those wanting to go further help archive materials like those donated or interview people for a fair display or visual presentation. You can even create your own story map of maybe your family or club involvement. We are looking to host an intro session on mapping so stay tuned and our first planning meeting for state plans for the 125th is next week so more information to come.

10/08/2026

Ever wonder who keeps Massachusetts state parks running? 🌲

Meet Brigid Beauchamp, a Forest and Park Supervisor with nine years of experience at the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.

This statewide UMass Extension 4-H Career Exploration Series event gives young people a chance to learn what Brigid does, why it matters and where an interest in parks and the outdoors could lead.

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕖 7:00 PM ET
💻 Zoom
✅ Open to all

Register at bit.ly/CES10-14-2026 or scan the QR code in the flyer.

Barnstable County 4-H is happy to share this opportunity because finding your future can start with meeting someone who already works there.

10/08/2026

NEW STEAM FESTIVAL MATH Class Idea: Flexicube!

The basic Flexicube is composed of 8 cubes connected in such a way that you can rotate them and stack them to reveal different faces. It's a really fun toy and it provides a lot of opportunities for additional surface graphics. There are a lot of wonderful variations using different materials and techniques on Instructables that you can use as inspiration.

Making Paper Flexicubes (also Known As Infinity Cubes, Fidget Cubes or Magic Cubes): These cubes have so many names! I found the name Flexicube in Paul Jackson's Book "Cut and Fold Techniques For Promotional Materials". According to him it was already know as a marketing gimmick in the 1960's and it...

10/08/2026

How many steps do you see?

10/08/2026

10/02/2026

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Registration Open for 4-H Family STEM Day

2nd Annual 4-H Family STEM Day Saturday, November 7th
9:30am-3:30pm at the UMass Charles River Campus in Newton MA
Open to 4-H'ers and those interested in learning what 4-H has to offer.
$20 for 4-H'ers and $40 for non-4-H'ers

Hands on STEM activities for youth by youth.

Register through 4honline: https://2026STEMDay.4honline.com

How to Register: Rank your preference, select non-electronic payment to submit. After approval and application of any waivers/scholarship you will receive information on paying by check or electronically.

09/28/2026

Discover the careers that help the green industry—and its people—grow! 🌱

Join Seed your Future on October 1 at 4 p.m. ET for our Growing Careers in Horticulture webinar, Spotlighting Green Community Support Careers. Hear from an education specialist with KidsGardening, the host of 'I Dig Your Story', and the Senior Manager of Sustainabloom with the American Floral Endowment. Students, parents, and educators are all invited!

Expand your career knowledge and the conversations you can have with young people about their futures.

Don't forget- JOIN TO WIN! Register here: https://www.seedyourfuture.org/growing_careers_exploring_opportunities_in_horticulture?utm_campaign=26sep24&utm_medium=email&utm_source=seedyourfuture

09/28/2026

This is a cool geocache. Geocaching is a great way to get outdoor and explore new places.