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4-H Environmental & Outdoor Education
Michigan 4-H environmental and outdoor education teaches youth about science and ecology, interrelationships and impacts, health, and positive outdoor experiences. As a result, youth learn to appreciate and respect the connection between people and nature.
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Wild Spartans: Science in Zookeeping & Conservation with Caitlin Mack
Published on November 10, 2020
In this 4-H Wild Spartans episode, we head to the sub-Sahara to learn about African painted (wild) dogs. Meet MSU graduate researcher, Caitlin Mack, learn about her work on the social behavior and conservation of these rare carnivores, and the education and career path she followed as she discusses “Science in Zookeeping and Conservation.”
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Starting a Leaf Collection
Start a leaf collection! Join Michigan State University Extension 4-H Program Coordinator Seth Martin to learn how to select and preserve leaves to start a leaf collection.
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Wild Spartans: Invasive Species with Taylor Haas
Published on December 8, 2020
In this 4-H Wild Spartans episode, we go upstream to learn about sea lamprey, an oceanic species invading the Great Lakes. Meet MSU graduate researcher, Taylor Haas, learn about his field work, and the education and career path he followed to get there in his presentation, “Invasive Species and I: A Scientist’s Tale of Working with Wildlife from Elsewhere”.
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Wild Spartans: Raptor Conservation with Libby Mojica
Published on January 12, 2021
In this 4-H Wild Spartans episode, we take to the skies to talk to an ornithologist about the raptors that inspire us! Learn about researching, protecting, and conserving raptors that soar our skies. Meet EDM wildlife biologist, Libby Mojica, learn about her field work, and the education and career path she followed to get there as she discusses “Raptor Conservation and Management: Working with Birds of Prey in Cities and Wildlands.”
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Wild Spartans: Protecting Michigan's Bats with John DePue
Published on October 26, 2020
In this 4-H Wild Spartans episode, meet Michigan DNR biologist, John DePue, learn about his field work, and his education and career path as he shares his work "Protecting Michigan's Bats."
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Ready, Aim... Targeting Life Skills Through 4-H Shooting Sports
Published on November 5, 2020
4-H Shooting Sports is one of the largest project areas in Michigan and nationwide. Learn how program priorities provide for a safe and meaningful member experience. This 2-minute video provides an overview of the shooting sports project area, helpful as a starting point for volunteers, staff, and stakeholders new to this 4-H project area.
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4-H Children's Garden Virtual Tour
A June walk through the 4-H Children's Garden with Dr. Norm.
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Butterflies in the Garden Virtual Tour
A virtual tour of the Indoor 4-H Children's Garden and Butterflies in the Garden.
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4-H Children's Garden Online Butterfly School
Published on March 20, 2020
Make a virtual visit to our 2020 "Butterfly School" at the 4-H Children's Gardens at MSU. In addition to the video, this series of activities will help youth learn about butterflies and earn a Butterfly Friend certificate.
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4-H Ocean Explorers: Narwhals - Unicorns of the Ocean
Published on May 14, 2020
Discover the life cycle, habitat, and myths surrounding Narwhals. Presenter is a 4-H volunteer who works as a marine science educator at a major U.S. aquarium.
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4-H Ocean Explorers: What's in a Tide Pool?
Published on May 7, 2020
Join us as we learn about the diversity of life found in tide pools! In this engaging presentation, a marine science educator will discuss tide pool communities!
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4-H Ocean Explorers: Life Cycle of a Sea Turtle
Published on April 30, 2020
Discover more about sea turtles, their life cycles, habitat and needs. Presenter is a 4-H volunteer who works at a major US aquarium as a marine science educator.
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4-H Ocean Explorers: Orcas - Pandas of the Sea
Published on July 2, 2020
Join us as we learn about orcas! In this engaging presentation, a 4-H volunteer who works as a marine science educator at a major U.S. aquarium will teach us about orca habitats, food, families and communities!
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4-H Ocean Explorers: Seahorses - Spiny Superdads
Published on July 2, 2020
Join as we learn about seahorses! A 4-H volunteer who works as a marine science educator at a major U.S. aquarium will teach us all about seahorses in this engaging lesson, including where they live, what they eat, why they're superdads, and whether they are a fish, a horse, or something else entirely!
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Apr 1
4-H Beekeeping Essay Contest Deadline
April 1, 2021
Entry deadline for essays. One winner will represent Michigan 4-H in the National 4-H Beekeeping Essay Competition!
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Apr 15
Michigan 4-H Horse Program's Ride Across Our State Challenge
April 15, 2021 – May 31, 2021 Virtual
Log your miles spent riding or driving your equine friends to earn awards and recognition!
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Apr 15
Michigan 4-H Dog Program's Walk Across Our State Challenge
April 15, 2021 – May 31, 2021 Virtual
Log your miles spent walking your canine friends to earn awards and recognition!
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Apr 13
Wild Spartans Series - Researching Wildfire
April 13, 2021 7:00PM – 8:00PM
Are you a Wild Spartan? Join us for this free monthly fisheries and wildlife research webinar series for families interested in exploring science, careers, and conservation.
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May 11
Wild Spartans Series - May
May 11, 2021 7:00PM – 8:00PM
Are you a Wild Spartan? Join us for this free monthly fisheries and wildlife research webinar series for families interested in exploring science, careers, and conservation.
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Sep 11
MSU Tollgate Farm HomeGrown Gardening Series 2021 - Sept 11
September 11, 2021 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom
A virtual series designed for families and individuals to explore the joys of home vegetable gardening.