MSU Extension 4-H

Events

• Apr 21

  Make the Most of Your Market Livestock Project

  April 21, 2026 – May 19, 2026 All sessions begin at 6:30 PM EST and end at 7:30 PM EST Zoom

  Designed for youth ages 8-19, this engaging webinar series covers everything you need to succeed at livestock auctions.

• Apr 21

  Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project -Goal Getters

  April 21, 2026 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.

• Apr 21

  Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar Series

  April 21, 2026 – May 19, 2026

  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.

• Apr 22

  Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar: Let’s Talk It Out: Handling Conflict with Ease

  April 22, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

  Webinars that provide Michigan 4-H volunteers with a variety of learning opportunities to help them grow as a volunteer and support the Michigan 4-Her's. This session is: Let’s Talk It Out: Handling Conflict with Ease.

• Apr 28

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

  April 28, 2026 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.

• May 2

  Spring 2026 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Workshop for Adults and Teens

  May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026 Registration occurs Saturday, May 2nd from 8am to 9pm with classes beginning promptly at 9am. Classes conclude at 6pm on Saturday, May 2nd. Classes resume Sunday, May 3rd at 9am and conclude at 4pm. John A. Halter Shooting Sports Center, 4390 Bankers Road, Hillsdale, MI 49242

  Join us for 2 days of classes focused on everything you need to know to teach Shooting Sports fundamentals as part of a 4-H Youth Development Program.

• May 3

  4-H Youth Foraging Workshop

  May 3, 2026 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.

• May 4

  Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar: Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: Your Role in 4-H Animal Projects

  May 4, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

  Webinars that provide Michigan 4-H volunteers with a variety of learning opportunities to help them grow as a volunteer and support the Michigan 4-Her's. This session is: Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: Your Role in 4-H Animal Projects.

• May 5

  Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project - Market Mastery

  May 5, 2026 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.