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CLOVER CLIPS
March 2026
Events at a Glance...

March
5th & 6th - Plant Sale pickup
20th-21st - NCD Teen Retreat
25th - Teen LEADS Monthly Meeting

April
2nd - Summer Fun Registration Opens
3rd - 4-H Office Closed
7th - VLA Meeting
21st - Show What You Know Presentation Workshop
29th - Teen LEADS Monthly Meeting

Important Dates
June 16th - North Central District 4-H Poultry & Rabbit Show
June 21st-26th - Guilford @ Betsy-Jeff Penn
June 24th - NCD District Activity Day
July 20th-24th - 4-H Congress
Promotional graphic for the Guilford County 4-H Community Needs Assessment. At the top, four diverse teens wearing green 4-H shirts stand outdoors with their arms around each other, smiling and talking. Below them is a large cream-colored section with a green 4-H clover logo and the headline “Guilford County 4-H Community Needs Assessment.” Text invites viewers to take a few minutes to share their voice and support 4-H in the community, noting that both youth and adult voices are welcome. A large script-style message reads “Click here!” indicating a link to the survey. At the bottom are logos for NC Cooperative Extension, NC A&T State University, NC State University, and 4-H, along with the statement that N.C. Cooperative Extension is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We Want to Hear from You!

We are conducting a countywide 4-H Needs Assessment to help us understand the interests, priorities, and challenges of our youth and families.

Your feedback will directly shape upcoming programs, workshops, clubs, camps, and leadership opportunities. The survey takes about 5-10 minutes to complete, and both youth and adults can participate.

Thank you for helping us strengthen and grow Guilford County 4-H!

Click the image to participate.
Green 4-H clover logo with four heart-shaped leaves arranged in a clover shape, each leaf containing a white letter “H,” representing Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.


VLA

VLA's next meeting will be April 7th at 6:00 pm at the Guilford County Office. Any adults who wish to support 4-H are welcome to attend.
Teen Retreat Registration Closing Soon!

Teens aged 13-18 (as of January 1st, 2026) are invited to join the North Central District officers at Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center March 20th-21st for a weekend of networking, workshops, community service, and fun!

Registration is $100, and financial hardship scholarships may be available.

For more information or to register, contact Meredith.

Registration closes on March 6th at 5:00PM
4-H presentation workshop. Click to register
Level Up Your Presentation Skills with 4-H!

Youth who are interested in sharing their ideas and building confidence are invited to join our upcoming Virtual 4-H Presentation Workshop!

This interactive session will help participants learn how to organize their thoughts, create engaging visuals, and deliver a clear, confident presentation. Whether you’re new to 4-H presentations or planning to participate in District Activity Day, this workshop will walk you through the basics and offer helpful tips to make your presentation stand out.

Join us online to practice your skills, ask questions, and get ready to share your voice!

Click the flyer to register. Questions? Contact Lauren.
Guilford @ BJP
June 21-26
Join us for a week of fun at BJP!
More Information
Mark Your Calendar!

Guilford County 4-H Summer Fun Registration opens on April 2nd! We have something for everyone coming this summer, and you won't want to miss it!
Purple flyer promoting the North Central District 4-H Rabbit Show with photos of two rabbits (a white rabbit at the top right and a black rabbit at the bottom left). The headline reads: “Get to ‘hopping’ and join us at the North Central District 4-H Rabbit Show!” The flyer invites youth ages 5–18 to participate in the rabbit show on June 16th at the Stokes County Fairgrounds, 436 S Main St, King, NC 27021, where participants will show rabbits and be judged on showmanship. Key details listed on the flyer: Registration fee: $5 Registration deadline: May 1 (forms submitted through the local Extension Office) 4-H Project Record Book due: June 1 (not required for ages 5–7; submitted electronically to a 4-H or Livestock Agent) The flyer also includes a QR code and URL for more information and forms, and logos for NC Cooperative Extension, NC A&T State University, NC State University, and 4-H. A note encourages participants to contact their 4-H or Livestock Agent with questions.
North Central District 4-H Rabbit Show

Youth interested in small animal projects are invited to participate in the North Central District 4‑H Rabbit Show, a fun opportunity for 4-H members to showcase their rabbit projects and build animal science skills.

Open to youth ages 5–18 from counties across the North Central District, the show allows participants to demonstrate proper rabbit care, handling, and showmanship while connecting with other 4-H’ers who share an interest in livestock and small animals. Participants also complete a 4-H Project Record Book documenting their project experience as part of the learning process.

Click here to learn more about getting involved in the next show! 🐇🏅
Did you know...

Our 4-H VLA has 4-H Bucks available? All you have to do to earn them is participate! For questions or details on how this program works, contact Lauren in the 4-H Office.
Everyday Wins with FCS

Sometimes the best wins are the ones you can use right away.

✔️ Today’s Everyday Win with FCS shares a simple, practical life tips to help make everyday life a little easier and a little healthier. This weeks episode features our Food Security program assistant talking about our Blessing Box in Guilford County.
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