Cloverbud Project
The Washington County Cloverbud Project is designed especially for our youngest 4-H members (grades K–2) to explore, create, and grow in a fun, hands-on environment!
Throughout the year, Cloverbuds will participate in monthly themed meetings featuring:
- Crafts and Activities that spark creativity and build new skills
- Tours of exciting community locations
- Service Learning to introduce kindness and giving back
- Fair Practice to help members feel confident and excited for the Washington County Fair
- And so much more!
Cloverbud meetings are welcoming, age-appropriate, and focus on building confidence, curiosity, and friendships – one small step at a time.
Join us as we make memories, learn new things, and explore the fun world of 4-H!
Countywide Project Coordinators
Emily Schmidt
Ashley Mihm
Cost
Varies according to activities. Most are free or $5/Cloverbud
Meetings
See workshop descriptions below
| Date | Time | Location | Workshop Name | Cost | Register By |
| October 25, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm | Public Agency Center, Room 1113 A/B | Cloverbud Autumn Workshop | $5 per Cloverbud | October 15th, 2025 *max 30 youth |
| November 8th, 2025 | 9:00am- 11:00am | Washington County Highway Department. 900 Lang St, West Bend, WI 53090 | Tour of the Washington County Highway Department | Free | November 3rd, 2025 *limited to 20 youth & families (or 60 people) |
| January 10th, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm | TBD | Winter Wonders Workshop | $5 per Cloverbud | December 31st, 2025 *max 30 youth |
| March 14th, 2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm | TBD | “Books for Cooks” activity and service learning | $5 per Cloverbud | March 4th, 2026 *max 20 youth |
| April TBD, 2026 | TBD | TBD | Farm Tour | Free | TBD |
| May 9th, 2026 | 11:00am-1:00pm | TBD | Cloverbuds! “Let’s Go to the Fair!” | Free | April 29th, 2026 *max 40 youth |
| Summer 2026 | TBD | TBD | Cloverbud Day Camp | TBD (was $30/day in 2025) | TBD |
Workshop descriptions
October:
Join us for a cozy, crafty morning full of fall-themed fun!
📅 October 25, 2025
🕘 9:00 am–12:00 pm
📍 Washington County Public Agency Center, Room 1113, 333 E Washington St, West Bend
💲Cost: $5 per Cloverbud – includes all supplies and snacks. Checks for workshops should be made out to Washington County Leaders Association and mailed or dropped off at the Washington County Extension office: Public Agency Center, 333 E Washington St # 1200, West Bend, WI 53095. If paying by cash, the fee can be brought to the workshop.
🖌️ Create festive fall crafts
🍬 Enjoy a festive Fall snack (yes, candy corn included!)
👨👩👧 Open to all Cloverbuds (must attend with a parent or guardian)
This workshop is a great way for Cloverbuds to learn, create, and connect with others in a welcoming and age-appropriate setting. A parent or guardian must remain onsite during the event.
- Space is limited (max 30 youth)
- Registration closes October 15th, 2025
- Sign up using this Google Form: https://forms.gle/cYBcsqTdm6BNBaJ49
Don’t miss this morning of autumn crafts, laughs, and memories! 🍁✂️
November:
🚜 Calling All Curious Kids and Their Families! 👷♀️👷♂️
- 📅Date: November 8th, 2025
- 🕘 Time: 9:00am- 11:00am
- 📍 Location: Washington County Highway department: 900 Lang St, West Bend, WI 53090
- 💲Free and open to the whole family – space is limited to 20 youth & families (or 60 people), so sign up soon!
Join us for a Cloverbud Workshop at the Highway Department – a fun, hands-on morning designed for our youngest 4-H’ers and their families!
- Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Highway Department
- Climb into a plow truck
- Take home road safety activity books and coloring pages
- Play some road Safety activities
- And more
Registration closes November 3rd, 2025
Sign up using this Google Form: https://forms.gle/j6RoeiyaqeSUowoa7
January
❄️ Join us for a magical morning of winter-themed fun at the Winter Wonders Workshop! Cloverbuds will explore seasonal crafts, hands-on activities, and winter surprises during this exciting 4-H event designed just for our youngest members.
📅 Date: Saturday, January 10th, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: TBD
💲 Cost: $5 per Cloverbud Checks for workshops should be made out to Washington County Leaders Association and mailed or dropped off at the Washington County Extension office: Public Agency Center, 333 E Washington St # 1200, West Bend, WI 53095. If paying by cash, the fee can be brought to the workshop.
This workshop is a great way for Cloverbuds to learn, create, and connect with others in a welcoming and age-appropriate setting. A parent or guardian must remain onsite during the event.
- Space is limited (max 30 youth)
- Registration closes January 7th, 2025
- Sign up using this Google Form: To Come!
March
🍎March Cloverbud Meeting: Books for Cooks & Hug Monster Service Project
This month’s theme is Books for Cooks, an engaging Iowa 4-H program that blends cooking and literacy led by Emily. Cloverbuds will get hands-on in the kitchen while practicing reading, speaking, and listening skills. We’ll be making fresh salsa and learning about kitchen safety, trying new foods, and making healthy food choices!
💚 Service Project – Hug Monsters
After our cooking fun, we’ll shift gears to spread some kindness! Youth will create “Hug Monsters,” adorable stuffed creatures meant to bring comfort and joy to someone in need.
This is a great opportunity for Cloverbuds to learn, create, and give back all in one workshop.
- 🗓️ March 7, 2026
- 🕘 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
- 📍 TBD
- 💲Cost: $5 per Cloverbud – includes all supplies Checks for workshops should be made out to Washington County Leaders Association and mailed or dropped off at the Washington County Extension office: Public Agency Center, 333 E Washington St # 1200, West Bend, WI 53095. If paying by cash, the fee can be brought to the workshop.
This workshop is a great way for Cloverbuds to learn, create, and connect with others in a welcoming and age-appropriate setting. A parent or guardian must remain onsite during the event.
- Space is limited (max 20 youth)
- Registration closes Febuary 25th, 2026
- Please register using this Google Form: To come!
