UVM 4-H Summer Online Programs

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4-H staff in Vermont are offering programs on a variety of topics where youth can meet new friends and try new activities.

CLOVERBUDS CONNECT CHALLENGE

Cloverbud Connects Challenges are issued each Friday and are geared toward youth in grades K-2 (Flyer, PDF). Cloverbuds watch a video that demonstrates an activity and then we challenge you to do the same! Try that activity and record yourself in action and share it back! We’re using a password protected system called Flipgrid, only open to those who want in! So don’t delay! The first challenge is out and the second one is lined up and ready to go! Check out this video to learn more! If you’re interested in participating, email kimberly.griffin@uvm.edu to sign up and get an access code! 

POTIONS, SPELLS, & MAGICAL KINGDOMS CAMP

July 20, 21, 22, 23, 10:00am-11:00am, Afternoon check in from 3:30pm-4:30pm

Step into the world of the mystical from your own home as we learn about creating magic out of the ordinary. Send invisible messages, build an imaginary realm, and wave wands with fellow wizards. Daily adventures, games, and challenges await! For ages 8-13.

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Allison Smith at 802-651-8343 or 800-571-0668 by June 26, 2020 so we may assist you.

Registration Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/potions_spells

ANIMAL SCOOPS

July 8 (dairy), 15 (Pets), 22 (Horses), 29 (Goats), August 5 (Poultry) from 9:00-10:00am

Join us for 4 interactive and enjoyable animal topic sessions. Included activities: Trivia, videos and recipes. Join us to share what you know and learn something new. Appropriate for ages 8-18. Check out this flyer to learn more!

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Wendy Sorrell by June 24, 2020, so we may assist you.

Pre-registration is required. Just click on the following link by the Tuesday, before each session and the link to join the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you. 

GARDENING: EATING WHAT WE GROW

July 7th, July 21st, August 4th, August 18th from 10:00-11:00am

Join these fun interactive sessions to explore what plants eat, how to grow and harvest them, soil science, sunshine, recipes, and more! Appropriate for ages 8-18.

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Liz Kenton so we may assist you.

Register here.

DESIGN YOUR DREAM FARM

July 28th and 30th, August 4th and 6th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Decide what kind of farm you would like, learn about considerations for land use, and make a plan for your dream farm.  Learning will take place through games, exploration of a soil survey tool, and some individual activities.  A presentation of farm designs will be the culminating event.

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Rose Garritano at 802-651-8343 or 800-571-0668 by July 7, 2020 so we may assist you.

Registration here

SUMMER OF SCIENCE

Enjoy a summer filled with science! Join us Wednesdays from 1:00-2:00 pm at our weekly virtual science cafe where you will meet a scientist, learn about their work, and get to ask questions. Open to youth entering grades 7-12 in the Fall; runs June 24 – August 12. See the attached flyer with the schedule of topics. (Flyer, PDF)

For links to register to this event, head to our Announcements page. Registration links are listed under each date and topic.