4-H Project Clubs & Groups

In Chippewa County 4-H, we offer Single Project Clubs and County Project Groups for our enrolled members, as well as Single Project Clubs for community youth. These groups enhance your 4-H experience, providing opportunities for youth to explore and excel in different project areas.

Single Project 4-H Clubs

A 4-H Single-Project Club, focuses on a specific project, welcomes all community members who meet the age requirements. Club members gather regularly under the guidance of an adult volunteer with a planned program. These clubs usually have elected officers and member-approved rules to govern the club, or for younger groups, other developmentally appropriate structures and processes. Community clubs typically meet in the evenings or on weekends, offering specific learning experiences and activities centered on a single project area, such as horses or dogs.

Horse & Pony Club

Explore the world of horses and ponies by learning the basics like breeds, gaits, equipment, and riding styles. The Horse & Pony Project is perfect for those who own or lease these animals. If you don’t own or lease, you can join the Horseless Horse or Model Horse Project.

These projects will teach you valuable skills and prepare you for various 4-H events, such as the County Fair, State 4-H Hunt & Dressage, State 4-H Gymkhana, and State 4-H Expo. They provide a great foundation for a fun and rewarding 4-H experience.

The Horse Club is open to youth from Kindergarten to 13th grade. Members can also belong to another club, but as a single project club, you’ll only participate in the Horse Project area unless you join an additional 4-H Community Club.

Club Meetings

  • When: Third Monday of the Month, 6:15 PM
  • Where: Chippewa County Courthouse

Registration and Enrollment Information

Enrolling in the Chippewa County 4-H Horse & Pony Club

Chippewa County 4-H members and prospective members can enroll in the Horse & Pony 4-H Club through 4HOnline. Families have the flexibility to:

  • Select the Livestock Education Club as their primary club, or
  • Choose another community club as their primary and still participate in Horse & Pony Club as a secondary clubThere are no limits to the number of clubs your family can join within the Chippewa County 4-H program.
  • This club is a great option for youth who are involved in other youth-serving organizations, while still benefiting from the resources, opportunities, and events that 4-H has to offer.

Questions about enrollment?

  • Contact the Chippewa County 4-H Extension Office at 715-726-7950, or reach out to Jordan Blue at: jordan.blue@wisc.edu, 608-893-3183

Club Advisors

Brooke Stasburg, wardon90@hotmail.com or call 715-797-3398

Cloverbud Club

Welcome to Chippewa County 4-H Cloverbud Club and Your First Project! We’re excited to see what our youth will achieve in 4-H. If your child is a new member in grades 5K-2, they will join the Cloverbud Project, designed specifically for their age group. Cloverbuds can enjoy activities like experimenting with science, exploring creativity, diving into animal and plant science, learning about themselves and others, and giving back to their communities. By the time they finish 2nd grade, they will have a better idea of their interests and be ready to choose projects to explore further. This page is here to help with any questions you might have.

Club Meetings

  • Kick Off Informational Meeting: October 27th, 2025 at 5:00pm, Chippewa Falls Public Library, Virgina O. Smith Meeting Room
  • When: Second Monday of the Month at 5:00pm
  • Location: To Be Determined

Registration and Enrollment Information

  • Coming soon

Club Leadership

Jordan Blue, jordan.blue@wisc.edu or call 608-893-3183

Nikki Witt, nikkiawitt@gmail.com or call 715-338-5829

Livestock Education Club

The Chippewa County 4-H Livestock Education Club, formerly the Quality Meats Program, is the agricultural education part of the Chippewa County 4-H Program. The group meets four times a year, with youth-led educational sessions during off months. The program aims to equip youth with the skills to be well-rounded livestock owners.

Open to 4-H members in grades 3-13 enrolled in Beef, Swine, Poultry, Sheep, and/or Dairy Projects, the program is expanding and welcomes suggestions for new project areas.

The program offers hands-on agricultural education, including animal care sessions, guest speakers, and access to resources. It encourages youth leadership, participation in livestock judging teams, and fosters interest in livestock through experiential learning and project development. Sessions cover various livestock projects throughout the year.

Quarterly Club Meetings:

  • When: October 20, January 12, April 13, August 17 at 6:30pm
  • Where: Chippewa County Courthouse
  • 2026-27 Kick Off Meeting: October 19, 2026 at 6:30pm
  • Officers: Officers will meet at 6:00pm prior to the general meeting

Education Months

In Chippewa County 4-H, Youth-Led Educationals empower young members to take the lead in planning and coordinating educational experiences. These sessions may be facilitated directly by youth or by inviting a professional speaker or instructor. By organizing and leading these offerings, youth develop valuable skills in: Communication, Leadership and Public Speaking. This hands-on approach helps build confidence and prepares youth for future roles in their communities and careers.

  • When: November, December, February, March, May, and June (Dates To Be Determined at Quarterly Meeting)
  • Where: Various locations throughout Chippewa County

Enrolling in the Chippewa County 4-H Livestock Education Club

Chippewa County 4-H members and prospective members can enroll in the Livestock Education Club through 4HOnline. Families have the flexibility to:

  • Select the Livestock Education Club as their primary club, or
  • Choose another community club as their primary and still participate in Livestock Education as a secondary clubThere are no limits to the number of clubs your family can join within the Chippewa County 4-H program.
  • This club is a great option for youth who are involved in other youth-serving organizations, while still benefiting from the resources, opportunities, and events that 4-H has to offer.

Questions about enrollment?

  • Contact the Chippewa County 4-H Extension Office at 715-726-7950, or reach out to Jordan Blue at: jordan.blue@wisc.edu, 608-893-3183

Program Leadership

  • Officer Team: President – Bronson L., Vice President – ., Treasurer – ., Secretary – ., and Reporter – Brooklyn W.
  • Club Advisors: Jody Lang, lang.jody@gmail.com, 715-237-2556 and Kelli Ludwigson, kludwigson@yahoo.com, 715-658-1015

Point System

  • 10 points – LEC Education Host/Facilatator
  • 1 point – LEC Event Attedance
  • 5 points – LEC Quarterly Meeting

Club Resources

4-H County Project Group/Committees

A 4-H County-wide Project Group/Committee, centered on a specific project area, welcomes all enrolled 4-H members who meet the age requirements. These single-project groups, made up of youth from county 4-H clubs, gather regularly under the guidance of an adult volunteer to delve deeper into their chosen project area.

Shooting Sports Program

The Chippewa County 4-H Shooting Sports Program is open to youth who are at least 8 years old and in 3rd grade. Participants can explore a variety of shooting disciplines, including: Archery, Air Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun and Muzzleloading

Resources

Dairy Judging

Coming Soon

Youth Ambassadors

4-H Ambassadors promote 4-H throughout the county, lead activities and events, foster teamwork and leadership, communicate with the public, and serve as public relations representatives. They also lead community service projects at both club and county levels. Ambassadors are expected to participate in activities, assist with county-wide and tri-county programs, help lead Education Stations at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair, and support county 4-H events. They have opportunities to represent Chippewa County at the Wisconsin 4-H Fall Forum, Wisconsin 4-H Summer Academy, and other local, state, and national experiences.

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