A total of 276 4-H members from 88 clubs participated in the 4-H Animal Science Blog Contest from April 10 through May 31, 2020 (keep reading for a list of the top 15 clubs). These 4-H members evaluated classes of horses and livestock; visited a variety of farms, zoos, and museums; joined educational webinars with experts from across the country; developed new skills; and … [Read more...]
Week #7 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
Welcome to our seventh and final week! We have returned to our original format – with one activity for each of our ten animal projects. You have from now until the end of Friday, May 29 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for each activity you complete. The five top-scoring clubs will … [Read more...]
Week #6 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
Welcome to our sixth week! This week you will explore animal science jobs and careers! You have from now until the end of Friday, May 22 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for each activity you complete. At the end of our seven weeks, the five top-scoring clubs will earn $200. We will … [Read more...]
Week #5 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
Welcome to our fifth week! This week, we want to learn from you! You have from now until the end of Friday, May 15 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for each activity you complete. At the end of our seven weeks, the five top-scoring clubs will earn $200. We will also award up to 10 … [Read more...]
Week #4 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
Welcome to the fourth week of our online learning! You have from now until the end of Friday, May 8 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for each activity you complete. At the end of our seven weeks, the five top-scoring clubs will earn $200. We will also award up to 10 prizes of $100 to … [Read more...]
Week #3 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE NJ 4-H CONTEST, WE ARE NO LONGER AWARDING POINTS FOR WEEK #3 ACTIVITIES; HOWEVER, THE ACTIVITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE Welcome to the third week of our online learning! You have from now until the end of Friday, May 1 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for each … [Read more...]
Week #2 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE NJ 4-H CONTEST, WE ARE NO LONGER AWARDING POINTS FOR WEEK #2 ACTIVITIES; HOWEVER, THE ACTIVITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE Welcome to the second week of our online learning! You have from now until the end of Friday, April 24 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for … [Read more...]
Ideas for Training Your Dog at Home
Many dogs across the country are suddenly getting to spend a whole lot of extra time with their favorite person...YOU! Now is a great opportunity to teach your dog new tricks. Does your dog know how to give paw, spin in a circle, or even get into a box? These are just some of the Novice level tricks your dog can learn and earn an AKC title in Trick Dog. Unsure of how to get … [Read more...]
Week #1 Activities – 4-H Animal Science
FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE NJ 4-H CONTEST, WE ARE NO LONGER AWARDING POINTS FOR WEEK #1 ACTIVITIES; HOWEVER, THE ACTIVITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE Welcome to the first week of our adventure together! You have from now until the end of Friday, April 17 to complete as many of these activities as you like. They are all optional, but you will earn up to 5 points for your club for … [Read more...]
Win $200 for Your 4-H Club! – Leaders Register Now – Contest Begins April 10
April 10 through May 31, 2020 WEEK #1 ACTIVITIES WILL BE POSTED BY 8:00 P.M., FRIDAY, APRIL 10! Members of your club (4th grade and above) can earn points each week over the next two months, through the end of May. The 5 clubs with the most points per member after seven weeks will earn $200 to support their club’s efforts to learn or teach animal science. In addition, up to … [Read more...]