Iowa 4-H CloverCast

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. Join State 4-H Council members, Jayce, Abby, and Sasha as they chat with Iowa 4-H staff members, Cayla Taylor and Haley Jones! Tune in to hear about the NEW Career Pathways Academy opportunity for youth as well as the annual Iowa 4-H Youth Conference. This episode shares the highlights of each event and what youth participants can expect from the events once registered.

This episode concludes Season 3 of CloverCast with the State 4-H Council. 

Resources:

• Career Pathways Academy Information
• Iowa 4-H Youth Conference Information
• Youth can register for our statewide summer events through 4HOnline.
• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext. 

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode, you will meet Earl and Kerri McAlexander as they talk about their son, Jacy, a former 4-H member from Calhoun county, and his journey with 4-H while battling cancer.  Listen to learn how you can contribute to Jacy's legacy by helping others!

All pop tabs can be dropped off at your local Extension office, anytime throughout the year.

Resources:

• Jacy's 1 ton of pop tabs goal: A news story from KCCI
• Pop Tabs for Jacy collected in his honor: A news story from RMH, Des Moines
• Ronald McDonald House: https://rmhc.org/
• Pop Tabs for Jacy 3 years later: A news stroy from KCCI
• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext. 

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode, you will meet Ken and Steve, 4-H grandpas, and Iowa 4-H alumni.  State 4-H Council members Emma and Morgan chat with Ken and Steve as their talk about their experiences growing up in 4-H.
This episode is one of a multipart series that will feature guests young and old as we discover how Iowa 4-H has changed over the years.  Listen to learn all about it!
 
Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext. 

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode, you will meet Garrett and Marlys Von Stein, a grandson and grandmother 4-H duo! State 4-H Council members Marli and Holly chat with both Garrett and Marlys as they share about their time in 4-H and how they have bonded over their love for the organization! Learn about how 4-H compares to current times with Garrett's perspective and the past with Maryls's experiences in 4-H!
This episode is one of a multipart series that will feature guests young and old as we discover how Iowa 4-H has changed over the years.  Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear from young 4-H members and elderly 4-H alum as we hear all about Iowa 4-H through the years!
 
Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext. 

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode, you will meet Florine Swanson, a long-time Iowa 4-H alumni member. State 4-H Council members Madison and Bridget chat with Florine as she shares about her time in 4-H and the similarities and differences between then and now! Learn about how there were girls and boys 4-H clubs, uniforms, and how 4-H has impacted Florine's life! 
This episode is one of a multipart series that will feature guests young and old as we discover how Iowa 4-H has changed over the years.  Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear from young 4-H members and elderly 4-H alum as we hear all about Iowa 4-H through the years!
 
Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext. 

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode you will meet Emily and Mackenna, young 4-H members from Johnson County. 
State 4-H Council members Claire and Bridget chat with Emily and Mackenna as they share all about their 4-H experiences, highlights, and skills learned so far in their young 4-H careers. 
This episode is one of a multipart series that will feature guests young and old as we discover how Iowa 4-H has changed over the years.  Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear from young 4-H members and elderly 4-H alum as we hear all about Iowa 4-H through the years!

Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Project Areas in Iowa 4-H:  https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects-list
• Opportunities in Iowa 4-H: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/programs
• Join 4-H!: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/join4h

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.  

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode you will meet RaeAnn Elliott, a 4-H member from Mahaska County who will highlight her involvement in the rabbit project area and Iowa 4-H staff member, Jess Soderstrum, who will talk about the unique rabbit hopping contest in Story County.

State 4-H Council members Madison and Nehemiah chat with RaeAnn and Jess as they share all about the rabbit project area. Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear from young 4-H members and elderly 4-H alum as we hear all about Iowa 4-H through the years!

Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Rabbit Project Area Sheet: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/rabbit
• Story County Rabbit Hopping in the Media: 
  • YouTube
  • Iowa State Daily
  • KCCI News
  • Ames Tribune
• For questions regarding the rabbit hopping contest and how to get one started in your program, contact Story County CYC, Jess Soderstrum: [email protected] 

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.  

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode you will meet Kristina Goth, a 4-H alum in the sewing and needle arts project and Iowa 4-H staff member, Brenda Welch, who will share all about the opportunities in the sewing and needle arts project area.

State 4-H Council members Megan and Emma chat with Kristina about her 4-H experience within the sewing and needle arts project area. Brenda chimes in to share all about the new sewing project area for 4-H members on the statewide level. Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear all about the rabbit project area and Story county's rabbit hopping contest!

Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Sewing and Needle Arts Project Area Sheet: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/sewing
• AwardRobe Clothing Event: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/awardrobe-clothing-event

Introducing... Iowa 4-H Enthusiasts: Clothing and Sewing! 

9-12th grade youth are invited to expand their learning in the clothing and sewing project areas by joining Iowa 4-H Enthusiasts! Partner with Iowa 4-H professionals and Joi Mahon, fashion entrepreneur and author, to advance your knowledge and skills in the project area while completing technical skill building challenges. 
Enthusiasts will:

• Learn sewing machine basics
• Understand design elements more in-depth
• Create a visual art collage
• Sew a quilt
• Participate in a citizenship bag
• And more… 

To register, log into your 4-H Online profile and visit the 4-H Events tab on 4-H Online. 

Questions? Please Contact the Iowa 4-H Enthusiasts Team by emailing Bonnie Dalager at [email protected].

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.  

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode you will meet Sara Nelson, 4-H STEM Specialist.

State 4-H Council members Morgan and Bridget chat with Sara about her career, all the STEM opporunities available in 4-H, her favorite program, and more!

Our two-minute tidbit is about Invent STEM and the State Science + Technology Fair of Iowa within Iowa 4-H and how youth and adults can get involved. Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear from sewing and needle art enthusiasts as we learn about a new statewide club in Iowa 4-H!

Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• Iowa 4-H STEM Programming: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/stem
• State Technology + Science Fair of Iowa: https://sstfi.org/
• Nutcracker Ballet + STEM: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/stem
• Astro Camp: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/nasa-astro-camp

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.  

We are excited to be launching the 3rd season of CloverCast, a podcast all about Iowa 4-H. In this episode you will meet Iowa 4-H's program leader, Dr. Debbie Nistler. 

State 4-H Council members Noah and Holly chat with Debbie about her career, the day in the life of a 4-H program leader, her 4-H highlights and more. Tune in to learn some fun facts about Debbie including her pet peeve, 4-H member highlight, and her book idea!

Our two-minute tidbit is about the AmeriCorps program within Iowa 4-H and how youth and adults can get involved in serving their communities. Listen to learn all about it!

Don't miss the next episode of this season of CloverCast as we will hear all about STEM from Sara Nelson,  STEM 4-H program specialist!

Resources:

• Iowa State 4-H Council: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statecouncil
• Iowa 4-H Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
• AmeriCorps Program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/americorps 

Goals of our podcast:

1. To provide a safe opportunity for State 4-H Council members to engage with other 4-H'ers around the state.
2. To reach current 4-H'ers and potential 4-H'ers through thoughtful, informational, and personal discussion centered around 4-H learning opportunities and experiences.
3. To provide State 4-H Council members the opportunity to grow themselves personally and professionally as they take part in and learn about each step of the podcast production process. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.