Hello Ashland County 4-H Families and Volunteers! Please see the digital newsletter below to read about what’s going on in the Ashland County 4-H Program!
Use the table of contents or continue reading to see everything in order!
Dear Ashland 4-H Community,
It’s been an exciting couple of months since I began my role as the new 4-H program educator for Ashland County. Winter is an active season for 4-H in our region, and I’ve enjoyed meeting so many of you in the Extension Office, at club meetings, and out on the ski trails with CANSKI – what a great community devoted to supporting youth and their interests!
Now that we’re firmly in the midst of mud season, we’re excited to maintain our existing summer traditions while also expanding in new directions. The Spring Art Contest is in full swing, 4-H Summer Camp is right around the corner, and the County Fair will be here before we know it. Stay tuned for more opportunities heading your way throughout the coming months.
Lastly, we want to offer a huge THANK YOU to all of our dedicated volunteers who provide such amazing opportunities for youth in our community. Maybe you’re a passionate club leader, a talented project leader sharing your expertise, or a busy parent preparing snacks for meetings. You are the heart of the 4-H experience, and 4-H wouldn’t be 4-H without you. Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or ideas on how we can make the 4-H experience in Ashland County even better.
Wishing you all the best this spring season. May your maple syrup taste extra sweet and your rhubarb sprout early.
Sincerely, Dave
- 4-H Spring Art and Cookie Contest! Art Supplies and Entry forms are now available at the 4-H office on the first floor of the Ashland County Courthouse!
Artwork and Entry Form Due: May 4, 2026
Cookies and Recipe Due: May 9, 2026 before Celebration
Contest Celebration: May 9, 1-3PM, Vaughn Library - 4-H Summer Camp! Registration Opens May 1!
Dates: June 27-29, 2026
Grades: 3-8
Location: Camp Crosswoods, Mason WI - Ashland County Fair! The Ashland County Fair is right around the corner. Four days of family, fun, and food! Stop on by the Dairy Bar (either for your shift or a sweet treat) and see the Market Sale Club’s hard work! The fair will be open Thursday to accept exhibits. Friday through Sunday you can expect a fun schedule of events and smiling faces.
Save the Date: Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 16! - Statewide 4-H Events! Did you know that being a part of Ashland 4-H opens doors to statewide programming? Check out the great statewide offerings that are available to you! If you need funding support, please contact the Extension Office.
Other Community Events!
- City of Ashland Parks and Recreation
Summer Day Camps (for ages 5-15) July-August 2026 - Friends of Copper Falls State Park
Work, Play, Earth Day Saturday, May 2! Park Cleanup (9-1) and Bluebird Box Build (1-3)
A project-based mindset is what makes 4-H so unique. 4-H Projects provide an opportunity for youth to explore new interests, build knowledge, set goals, develop confidence, and foster leadership skills.
Need some help picking a project that is right for you? Check out the Project Guide and other resources available from UW Extension. Paper copies are available in the 4-H office! There are nearly endless project pathways to explore for all different ages.
If you have any questions or want to discuss ideas for your project, come talk with Dave in the Ashland Extension Office.
April 19-25, 2026 is National Volunteer Week, and the Ashland County Extension Office extends a huge THANK YOU to all of our volunteers. You are the heart of 4-H and make everything possible.
Do you know of anyone else who might be interested in volunteering? Got an idea for a new 4-H club? Want to contribute your talents and knowledge to youth programming?
Come talk with Dave in the 4-H office!
HAVE A QUESTION?
Dave Ullman serves Ashland County as the 4-H Youth Development Educator. To learn more about Youth Programming and the role of Extension in Ashland County, send an email to dave.ullman@wisc.edu or call the Ashland County office at 715-682-7017.
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