MSU 4-H Events

4-H Poultry 101 - April 13

April 13, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM 4-H Center, Lenawee County Fairgrounds, 602 N. Dean St., Adrian, MI 49221

4-H members interested in showing poultry at the 2025 Lenawee County Fair will learn important information about this project. All First and Second year exhibitors are require to attend.

Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: 4-H Club Fundraising 101 Noon

April 16, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

This webinar will provide an overview of Michigan 4-H fundraising policies, ensuring that your efforts align with guidelines and best practices for success.

Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: 4-H Club Fundraising 101 7pm

April 16, 2025 7:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom

This webinar will provide an overview of Michigan 4-H fundraising policies, ensuring that your efforts align with guidelines and best practices for success.

4-H Crafts Around the World Workshop

April 17, 2025 6:00PM – 7:30PM Greenmead’s Historical Park’s Friends Meeting House

In just one night, participants will "travel" to multiple countries, discovering unique artistic traditions from around the globe.

Spring TSC Paper Clover Campaign

April 18, 2025 – May 5, 2025

Support 4-H by purchasing a $1 paper clover at your local Tractor Supply Co. (TSC) store!

RE-SCHEDULED: 4-H Animal Science Career Quest 2025

April 19, 2025 8:30AM – 8:00PM MSU Anthony Hall, 474 S Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI 48824

Animal Science Career Quest is a career exploration program for youth ages 12-19 with an interest in pursuing a career in animal science.

• 4-H Fly Fishing Series

  April 24, 2025 6:30PM – 12:00AM 6:30-8:00 pm each week Publiski Farms, 6197 Shepherd Rd. Adrian, MI 49221

  Youth ages 12-19 will learn about a fish’s ecosystem, environment and water quality while practicing fly fishing techniques.

• Apr25

  Beginning Woodburning Workshop April 25

  April 25, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM 4-H Center Lenawee County Fair & Event Grounds 602 N. Dean St. Adrian, MI 49221

  Youth ages 8-19 will learn tips and techniques for woodburning. This workshop is beginner friendly.

• Apr27

  Michigan 4-H Day with the Detroit Tigers

  April 27, 2025 1:40PM – 5:00PM 1:40 p.m. Comerica Park, Detroit

  Join Michigan 4-H and MSU Extension at Comerica Park to watch the Detroit Tigers take on the Baltimore Orioles! Michigan 4-H will be the Group Charity of the Game and the 4-H community can purchase discounted tickets with a portion benefitting 4-H.

• Apr30

  Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project -Goal Getters

  April 30, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM

  Learn how to set SMART goals to enhance your livestock marketing success. Youth with learn practical strategies to develop a goal, stay focused, and achieve it.

• Apr30

  Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar Series

  April 30, 2025 – May 28, 2025

  Designed for youth ages 8-19, this engaging webinar series covers everything you need to succeed at livestock auctions. Topics include marketing and communication to record keeping, goal setting, and understanding break-even points.

• May1

  Engineering the Future with Careers in Integrated Vehicle Systems (IVS)

  May 1, 2025 Zoom webinar

  Part of a five webinar series, the fifth webinar of the series focuses on careers in IVS, the backbone of advanced safety in automobiles.

• May2

  Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series for Kinship Caregivers -May 2025

  May 2, 2025 – June 6, 2025 11:30am-1:00pm ET Online

  The Parent Talk System is a course for caregivers of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children. Offered at no cost.

• May3

  Spring 2025 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Workshop for Adults and Teens

  May 3, 2025 – May 4, 2025 Shiawassee Conservation Association 4247 M-52 Owosso, MI 48867

  Learn about MI 4-H Shooting Sports mission policy, risk management and safety, discipline-specific equipment use and care, how to teach shooting fundamentals to youth, range set-up, and more.

• May4

  4-H Youth Foraging Workshop

  May 4, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM Publiski Farms 6197 Shepherd Rd. Adrian, MI 49221

  Youth ages 8-19 will learn how to forage for edible plants. Parents are encouraged to participate.

  • Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar -Talk the Talk

    May 7, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Effective communication is key to successfully selling livestock. This session covers tools and techniques to connect with buyers, convey product value, and empower youth with practical tips for impactful auctions and markets.

  • May8

    2025 World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute

    May 8, 2025 7:30AM – 4:00PM 642 Red Cedar Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824

    The World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute is a one-day event where students in grades 7-12 present research and recommendations on how to address critical global challenges.

  • May10

    4-H Goat Showmanship Workshop - May 10th

    May 10, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM 4-H Center, Lenawee County Fairgrounds, 602 N. Dean St., Adrian, MI 49221

    4-H youth will learn the basics of goat handling and showmanship. Parents are encouraged to attend. 1st & 2nd year goat exhibitors are required to attend.

  • May14

    Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series - May June 2025

    May 14, 2025 – June 18, 2025 11:30am-1:00pm ET Online

    The Parent Talk System is a course for caregivers of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children. Offered at no cost.

  • May14

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project -Records to Riches

    May 14, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Learn how to keep track of what you spend and earn so you can make smart choices for your Market Livestock Project. This session equips youth with practical tools to track expenses, set goals, and ensure their projects are profitable and rewarding.

  • May15

    Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: Fueling or Squashing the Rumor Mill noon

    May 15, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    We’ll focus on supporting youth who face rumors about their projects and how to prevent the spread of misinformation.

  • May15

    Adulting 101 webinar- Stay Safe Out There

    May 15, 2025 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom

    A 4-H Adulting 101 session, this session will cover practical strategies to help you stay aware, prepared, and confident no matter where you go.

  • May15

    Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: Fueling or Squashing the Rumor Mill 7pm

    May 15, 2025 7:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom

    We’ll focus on supporting youth who face rumors about their projects and how to prevent the spread of misinformation.

  • May15

    Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - May 2025

    May 15, 2025 – June 12, 2025 7:30pm-9:00pm ET online

    Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.

    • Employment Workshop for Teens at Redford Township District Library

      May 17, 2025 11:00AM – 12:30PM Redford Township District Library, 25320 Six Mile Road, Redford Township, MI 48240

      This workshop will allow teens to learn about resumes, gain interviews and gain practice to be ready to enter the workforce with confidence!

    • May18

      4-H Goat Showmanship Workshop - May 18th

      May 18, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM 4-H Center, Lenawee County Fairgrounds, 602 N. Dean St., Adrian, MI 49221

      4-H youth will learn the basics of goat handling and showmanship. Parents are encouraged to attend. 1st & 2nd year goat exhibitors are required to attend.

    • May19

      Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: Engaging Parents in 4-H Experiences and Implement Shared Leadership in 4-H Clubs noon

      May 19, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

      Discover strategies to engage parents and implement shared leadership in your 4-H club.

    • May19

      Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series: Engaging Parents in 4-H Experiences and Implement Shared Leadership in 4-H Clubs 7pm

      May 19, 2025 7:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom

      Discover strategies to engage parents and implement shared leadership in your 4-H club.

    • May21

      Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project - Market Mastery

      May 21, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM

      Delve into the 5 P’s of marketing and explore innovative strategies to elevate your outreach. Youth will learn practical tools and techniques to promote their projects successfully, enhance their sales, and build valuable connections in their industry.

    • May28

      Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project - Pitch to Payment

      May 28, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM

      Communication and outreach are important methods to recruit buyers for your market livestock project. Discover how to use social media platforms to promote your market animal project, reach a wider audience, and share your progress.

    • Jun7

      Garden Geocache Event

      June 7, 2025 10:00AM – 1:00PM

      Join us for a day of geocaching in the garden.

    • Jun11

      Michigan Youth Livestock Judging Camp 2025

      June 11, 2025 – June 12, 2025 MSU Campus

      This overnight camp is for youth ages 12-19 (as of January 1) who are interested in sharpening their livestock judging skills.

    • Jun17

      Fairy and Elves Garden Party

      June 17, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM

      Wear your fanciest fairy and elf attire and come for a party in the garden.

      • Jun24

        Digger Day

        June 24, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM

        Come to the garden and explore the world of diggers. Front- end loaders, dump trucks and back hoes – all of these tools help with projects both big and small in our communities.

      • Jul7

        4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp 2025

        July 7, 2025 – July 10, 2025 Anthony Hall

        The Michigan 4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp is a pre-college program held at Michigan State University (MSU) through which youth will explore fields relating to animal science and veterinary medicine.

      • Jul8

        Garden Writers Workshop

        July 8, 2025 – July 10, 2025

        Young writers will learn about the wonderful world of writing in the garden. 10 AM - 12 PM each day.

      • Jul17

        Bubble Day

        July 17, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM

        Come celebrate the end of summer vacation at the garden with bubbles!

      • Jul24

        Bug Day

        July 24, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM

        We cannot get enough of these amazing six-legged friends! Join us for an annual tribute to insects in the gardens.

      • Jul27

        4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp 2025

        July 27, 2025 – August 2, 2025 Camp Chickagami 6952 Kauffman Rd, Presque Isle, MI 49777

        Learn about the Great Lakes and Natural Resources in this MSU pre-college program. It could be the highlight of your summer -it could even change your life!

      • Jul29

        Camp Monet

        July 29, 2025 – July 31, 2025

        Young artists will love spending three days in the gardens creating marvelous projects. 10 AM - 2 PM each day.

      • Aug14

        Beach Day

        August 14, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM

        Come celebrate the end of summer vacation at the garden with a day at the beach!

      • Aug18

        Adulting 101-Navigating Life: Addressing and Handling Peer Pressure

        August 18, 2025 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom webinar

        In this Adulting 101 webinar, participants will engage in an interactive presentation that explores the reality of peer pressure and ways to identify, process, and overcome it, to ensure healthy decision making and positive self-confidence.