Cloverline September 2026
Monthly Cloverline Newsletters are posted on the 4th Monday of each month, and contain vital information for the Washington County 4-H program. Please read the information in its entirety, though some sections may not apply to all 4-H families.
September 2026
Cloverline Newsletter
Welcome to the September Cloverline! Enrollment opens this month, Fall Forum registration begins September 1, and Open House is right around the corner. Check out the opportunities below and get ready for another great year in Washington County 4-H. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Extension Office.
This Month in Washington County 4-H
For All Families
- Enrollment opens Sept. 2 for the 2026-27 4-H year
- Open House is Sept. 10
- Fall Forum registration opens Sept. 1
For Club & Project Leaders
- Record Books due Sept. 1
- Annual Club Authorization due Sept. 1
- Reserve an Open House table by Sept 3
- Project Learning Lab is Sept 24
Open House & Enrollment Night: September 10
New families are welcome and no prior 4-H experience is needed.
Why attend?
- Meet local clubs and project leaders
- Learn about countywide projects
- Get help with enrollment
- Bring a friend interested in 4-H
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Time: Stop by anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm
- Location: Washington County Fair Park (Small Animal Barn)
3000 County Hwy PV, West Bend, WI 53095
ATTN: Club & Project Leaders
Please RSVP as soon as possible to reserve a display table for your group at the event.
Let the Extension office know if you’d like any printed copies of the flyer to distribute.
2026-27 4-H Enrollment Opens September 2
Remember:
- All members must enroll each year in 4-H Online
- All volunteers must enroll each year in 4-H Online
- Enroll by November 1 to remain eligible for 4-H activities, and to remain on mailing lists
- Current enrollments do not roll over automatically
Did you know…
Washington County 4-H offers dozens of countywide projects.
Countywide Project Leaders: Update Your Project Information
As we prepare for the 2026-27 4-H year, please take a few minutes to update your countywide project information so we can have our website ready when enrollment opens on September 2.
A few reminders:
- If you do not have all meeting dates finalized yet, that’s okay. Submit the information you have now and send updates later.
- You may set a deadline for members to join your project. Members will not be added after that date.
Thank you for helping us keep project information current for families as they enroll for the new 4-H year.
Congratulations!
We congratulate the following members on their recent accomplishments:
- 2026 4-H Graduates: Lillian Fischer, Ahren Jeranek, & Spencer Mueller
- Holly Elsinger for earning the 2026 Wisconsin American Legion Senior Shooter 1st Place trophy
- Amanda Meyer for receiving Leaders Association funding to attend the 2026 National 4-H Congress
Fall Forum Registration Opens September 1
Planning to attend Fall Forum? You do not need to complete your 4-H enrollment before registering!
When Fall Forum registration opens on September 1, both youth and adults can register directly through the Fall Forum website. This is the fastest way to reserve your spot.
Fall Forum Registration is open September 1-15, 2026.
Did you know…
Fall Forum workshops are led by youth and adults from across Wisconsin.
Explore STEM Activities at Home
Looking for a fun way to learn at home? Check out the Washington County 4-H STEM Activity Library. You’ll find hands-on science, engineering, technology, and math activities for all ages using simple materials you probably already have at home.
Browse activities and start exploring today.
Did you know…
The STEM library activities use materials you already have at home.
Introducing Project Learning Labs for Project Leaders
Looking for new ideas and resources for your project area? Join the new Project Learning Labs, a virtual learning opportunity designed to help volunteers bring projects to life.
The kickoff session on September 24 will include a sample project activity, an overview of available resources, and a chance to help shape future Project Learning Lab topics. No experience is needed. Come learn, connect with other volunteers, and share ideas for future sessions.
Kickoff Session
- Thursday, September 24
- 6:30-8:00 p.m.
- Virtual
Register here:
2026 Premium Checks are Available for Pickup
- Washington County Fair premium check are available at the Fair Park Office Mondays-Fridays during regular office hours, 8am-4:30pm
- Contact Fair Park with questions at (262) 677-5060
Looking Ahead
October 2026
- October 3-4 WI 4-H Arts Camp
- October 15 Club Officers & Club Leader training
- October 21 Project Leaders Learning Lab: Leadership & Community
- Don’t forget to complete your 4-H enrollment before November 1.
November 2026
- November 1 All returning members and volunteers should be re-enrolled
- November 6-8 4-H Fall Forum
- November 19 Project Leaders Learning Lab: Animals
Helpful Links
- Washington County 4-H calendar
- Statewide year-at-a-glance calendar
- 2026-2027 WI 4-H Program Guide
- Statewide 4-H Events: go.wisc.edu/4-hstateevents
Submitted News
Kirchhayn Trotters
To celebrate a successful 4-H year, our club had our annual pizza party. We enjoyed pizza, fruit, and desserts. Afterwards we had a scavenger hunt, played kickball and tug of war. Congrats 4-Her’s!
Later in the month, we attended the West Bend Farmers Market where we helped with set-up and take-down and sold baked goods to the community.
Submitted by Reagan Gray, Club Reporter.
Career Opportunity with UW-Madison Extension
UW-Madison Extension is hiring a Regional Crops Educator to serve Washington, Ozaukee, and Sheboygan counties. If you are passionate about agriculture and helping farmers succeed, consider applying or sharing this opportunity with others.
Application deadline: September 3, 2026
October 2026 Newsletter Submission Reminder
Do you have news, club updates, achievements, upcoming events, or photos to share with the Washington County 4-H community? We encourage clubs, project groups, and volunteers to submit articles for the monthly newsletter.
The October 2026 newsletter submission deadline is Friday, September 25, 2026, which is the Friday before the newsletter is published.
The October 2026 newsletter will be published on Monday, September 28, 2026, the fourth Monday of the month.
Thank you for helping us keep our 4-H families informed and connected. We look forward to sharing your stories and celebrating the great work happening throughout Washington County 4-H!
Need to Visit the Office?
Please call or email ahead to schedule an appointment.
Scheduling in advance helps ensure a staff member is available and ready to assist you.
Extension Washington County
Room W106, Moraine Park Technical College
2200 Green Tree Road, West Bend, WI 53090
Phone: 262-335-4477
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Closed 12-1pm daily