4-H News
Club: Fair Game 4-H Club
Date: Nov. 9, 2025
By: Lauren Cochenour
The Fair Game 4-H Club held its November meeting on Sunday November 9th, 2025. During the meeting, members conducted officer elections for the upcoming year. Congratulations to the newly elected officers:
President: Jack Burke
Vice President: Belle Williams
Treasurer: Mady List
Secretary/News Reporter: Lauren Cochenour
Historian: Noah Bowen
In addition to officer elections committee leaders were also selected. Mady List will lead the Community Service Committee, Belle Williams will head the Fair Booth Committee, and Lauren Cochenour will chair the Club T-Shirt Committee.
The club discussed upcoming activities and community projects, and members shared ideas for ways to stay active and involved.
The next Fair Game 4-H Club meeting will be held Sunday December14th at 3:30 p.m. at the Pickaway County Library.
Submitted by Lauren Cochenour, News Reporter
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: June 16, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H club started off their fair week with a service project. The club facilitated the Cloverbud activity on Monday at the fair. Members helped Cloverbud's pick out an animal cut out, stuff it, and tie it closed. This is a tradition for the club and something they look forward to ever year.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
Date: June 5, 2025
By: Paige Baker
My name is Paige Baker and I am apart of Salt creek Livestock. On June 5th my 4-H club had a ice cream social at Crosstown Creamery. My club has been doing an ice cream social for 2 years now but we have always had a social event every year. I think every club should do a social event because it helps new club members connect with fellow members and it also just helps members have fun with others outside of a meeting environment. Our club always has a good turn out with these socials and a lot of club members come.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: June 3, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
Monroe Clever Clover’s 4-H Club had a meeting June 3, 2025. After the call to order and pledges, there was a Secretary’s, Treasurer’s, and Health Report given. Livestock members were applauded for getting all A’s at the Skillathon. Advisor Dolores reminded everyone there are only 11 days until fair starts and encouraged members to bring their project books and questions for help at meetings. Livestock members were given information about their move-in times, dress code requirements, and where to pick up their back tags and exhibitor tickets. Cloverbuds were reminded of the activities taking place each day at the fair and of the coloring contest for Cloverbud of the day. The club spent the rest of the meeting working on finishing up the fair booth. The Monroe Clever Clovers are ready for fair!
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: May 27, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H Club held a meeting on May 27, 2025. There were committee reports, including an environmental hint on protecting our planet. Advisor Dolores had skillathon practice set up for all livestock members. There was a lot of new information given with the fair being so close to start. Members were reminded that if they need early judging they need to set up an appointment with the extension office. All members were given the dates and times of their judging for miscellaneous projects as well as dress code and other information. livestock members were reminded of skillathon coming up on June 3 at 2 PM. Advisor Dolores also gave information regarding exhibitor passes, ticket info, how to get your wristband, and where to find rules in the fair book. The fair booth committee met at the end of the meeting to finalize all plans and make sure everybody is prepared. This meeting had Guest speakers, Dawn Lowther and Andrea Sparks, from WesBanco, who talked to the club about checking and savings accounts and how to write checks. There were also two demonstrations given at this meeting the first by Evelyn Weaver, who taught us how to make peanut butter cups, and then followed by Benjamin Durney, who shared his Pokémon collection and information. The next meeting for the Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H Club will be June 3.
Club: Saddle & Sirloin
Date: May 20, 2025
By: Emma Rossetti
During a regular scheduled monthly meeting on May 20th, the Saddle and Sirloin 4-H Club welcomed guest speaker Firefighter Moran from the Atomic Plant Fire Department for a safety demonstration on smoke detectors.
Firefighter Moran educated the club and others in attendance on when and how to correctly replace the batteries in your home smoke detectors and discussed the importance of having fire escape plans in place for your family.
Thank you for visiting the Saddle and Sirloin 4-H Club Firefighter Moran!
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
By: Paige Baker
My name is Paige Baker and I am part of Saltcreek livestock 4-H club. Brinley Gygi who is a member of my club, just got a scholarship through 4-H for college. 4-H is a great way to give back to your community but 4-H also gives back to you. Through 4-H many kids are able to get scholarships that help them pay for college. 4-H also helps kids in others ways such as teaching members responsibility and how to be hard working. When members of 4-H show animals, they are responsible for that animal for a long time. During this time members have to take care of the animals and they also have books that they have to fill out while the animal is in their care. Overall, 4-H is a great program to enter because it helps people become the best they can be. That is why the 4-H motto is to make the best better.
Club: Washington Hill Climbers
Date: May 6, 2025
By: Lydia Wasmus
On May 6, 2025 the Washington Hill Climbers met at Healthcare Logistics in Circleville. We played a camp game called Bob Sled to begin the meeting. We had a first aid presentation and learned what you need in a first aid kit such as cleansing wipes, alcohol wipes, bandages, gloves, etc. We also had demonstrations from members and concluded the meeting with more information about the upcoming 4H camp.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: May 3, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H club went on an educational tour to A & R Alpaca Farm on Saturday May 3, 2025. The club members learned all about the differences in alpacas and llamas, got educated about alpaca fleece, and so much more! The farm is located at 10981 US Highway 22 in Williamsport and is open to public visitation with appointment.
Club: Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club
Date: Mar. 17, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on March 17, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Haley Smith and the 4-H Pledge was led by Lucas Snyder. Safety leader, Paxton Turner, gave a presentation on Carpentry Safety to the club. Roll call led by Co-Secretary Hannah Daniels, members responded with a safety tip. There were 28 members and 5 advisors present for the meeting. The minutes of the March 3, 2025, meeting were corrected and approved with a motion by Paxton Turner and seconded by Jackson Skidmore.
Committee Reports - Members brought non-perishable items for the Community Cupboard program. There were over 330 items collected for the donation. Old Business - Livestock members were asked who still needs to sign up for Quality Assurance. Club deadline is the next meeting. Sylvia Mayhugh, and Ava Moyer shared their experiences from the OSU Poultry Clinic. Isabelle Capsel, Hannah Daniels, and Abigail Daniels shared their experiences from the Ohio 4-H Conference. New Business - Members who completed the time frame for their projects received a prize from Olivia Snyder. Members aged 8-10 years old worked on marketing cards and members aged 11-13 worked on winter holiday themed cards for the Communications contest. Tour committee and community service committee members met after the meeting. Ava Moyer gave a demonstration showing different body parts of an alpaca and fun facts. Alyvia Wagner moved to adjourn the meeting, the motion was seconded by Haley Smith. Snacks were provided by Blake and Cameron Daniels.
Included picture: Members collected no- perishable foods for the Community Cupboards.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
Date: March 14, 2025
By: Paige Baker
My name is Paige Baker and I am a part of Saltcreek Livestock 4-H club. On March 14th many club members worked a soup kitchen. My fellow club members served 160 people. Many club members helped by making food. The items our club made was shredded pork sandwiches, baked beans, applesauce, and cookies. This helped teach our club about how helping our community is crucial. By club members helping in the soup kitchen, we were able to feed many people who would have gone to bed hungry. This experience really helped grow our club and community.
Club: Buttons and Bowls
Date: Mar. 3, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on March 3, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Co-Vice President, Olivia Snyder. The American pledge was led by Maggie Van Dette and the 4-H Pledge was led by Anna Zadik. The club Health Leader, Luke Van Dette introduced the evening speaker, Katie Love, a nurse practitioner who works with Structural Cardiology at OhioHealth. She shared the American Heart Association heart health recommendations for children. As a nurse practitioner she was able to explain and answer questions that were asked. Take home sheets were given to members and parents to help them follow the recommendations and improve their health.
Roll call by Co-Secretary Hannah Daniels asked for their favorite form of exercise. There were 21 members and 3 advisors present for the meeting. The minutes of the February 17, 2025, meeting were approved with the motion by Lillian Skidmore and seconded by Haley Smith. Co-Secretary Abigail Daniels read a thank you note from Pickaway County Soil and Water Conservation District. Committee Reports- Luke Van Dette reported that the club will be collecting non-perishable and hygiene products for the Pickaway County Community Cupboards. Members were asked to bring items to the next meeting. Old Business-Club members received their project books for the year. Mentor and Mentees were paired; Abigail Daniels and Gabriel Watkins for Grow Your Own Vegetables, Olivia Snyder and Anna Zadik for Let’s Start Cooking, and Marsha & Claire Bradbury with Chrissy Atwood, Palmer Richie, and Anna Zadik on Cake Decorating New Business. Flyers for Quality Assurance, Sewing, cooking and various clinics were handed out. Members with animal projects received information for their projects. Kyra Dunkel moved to adjourn the meeting, the motion was seconded by Sarah Lewis. Snacks were provided by Jackson and Lillian Skidmore.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
By: Paige Baker
My name is Paige Baker and I am a part of Saltcreek Livestock 4-H club. Our club has been doing many demonstrations during our meetings since January 7th. I really enjoy these demonstrations because they help me learn more about my fellow club members. What I mean by this is most people do demonstrations on their hobbies, I did mine on how to read piano sheet music because I take piano lessons. When ever someone does their demonstrations on their hobbies then it allows club members to ask more in depth and personal questions. I love watching demonstrations and being able to see how passionate a fellow club member is on a certain topic.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers
By: Lillian Schertz
AMAZING DEMONSTRATIONS FOLLOWING 4-H CLOVERBUD CAMP by Lillian Schertz
The Patriotic Pioneers met on May 4th at AW Marion State Park after a successful Cloverbud Camp. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Cameron Clark. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cambria Nelson and the 4-H Pledge was led by Izzy Erler. Roll call was read by Carolyn Yarnell, with members responding with their Favorite Fair Food. Old Business was of course the Cloverbud Camp, which had just concluded before the meeting. Communication Contest attendees were also recognized with some in the club having won awards for their speeches and cards. Upcoming New Business included placing flags at the High Street Cemetery in Circleville on May 10. Members were encouraged to participate as it would be a community service event. Next, the club voted on which non-profit businesses to donate to which included DASH, 3 Pits and a Lady, the Rabbit Rescue and the Ashville Food Pantry. Before adjourning, demonstrations were given by Leigha Scott – Understanding different dog collars, Cameron Clark-Beekeeping and queen bee grafting, Quinton Schertz-Dog safety, Holly Bartholow-Principles of Interior Design, Natalie Scott- Different types of horse bridles, and Elias Schertz-Differences between fake and real Pokémon cards. The next meeting, which will be the club picnic, will take place at Slate Run on Sunday, June 8th at 4pm.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: April 28, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H Club had a meeting April 28, 2025. Environmental Officer Eli Dixon gave a talk on feeding your garden banana peels. In old business, the club discussed the upcoming club tour, community service project, and communications contest. The members were reminded that there are only 47 days until fair! 4-H camp letters were mailed and everyone was encouraged to attend. Member Weston Weaver gave a demonstration on How to Groom a Dog. The club was joined by members from the Tri-County Fire Department who showed members how to use a fire extinguisher, their truck and supplies, and answered lots of questions. Members brought 4-H books for advisors to review and help with as needed. The next meeting will be May 12.
Club: Squeaks and Squeals
Date: April 22, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
Winchester Farm Exchange: Supporting Local Farmers, Makers, and Bakers
The Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club had the opportunity to be hosted by Canal Winchester’s Winchester Farm Exchange for their most recent meeting. While there, members were able to tour the facility and explore the store, sampling goodies from local farmers, makers, and bakers. Lauren Preston, of Preston Family Farms and the presiding Market Manager for Winchester Farm Exchange, explained the “business is more than just a place to shop, but is a celebration of community, sustainability, and the farm-to-table ethos.” Lauren also talked about how her 4-H experiences developed the passion she has for the business as well as the agricultural industry, as a whole.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: April 21, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H club held their April 21st meeting at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order by President Claire Bradbury at 7 pm. The American pledge was led by Kyra Dunkle, and Luke Van Dette led the 4-H pledge. Roll call by Co-Secretary Hannah Daniels, ask members if they liked chocolate eggs or jelly beans better. There were 26 members and 5 advisors present for the meeting. The Minutes were approved as presented with the motion of Alyvia Wagner and seconded by Haley Smith, motion carried.
The Community Service committee presented their ideas on what the club could do. Isabelle Capsel moved to donate $150 to each of the following organizations: St. Paul UM Church, Blessings in a Backpack, and to the Pickaway County Buyer’s Club. The motion was seconded by Lucas Snyder. Motion carried.
Sylvia Mayhugh presented the Booth committee’s ideas for the fair booth. The themes presented were Minecraft and the circus. The club voted, and Minecraft was chosen.
Members were reminded that at least the front of their project books and eight sections should be completed by the next meeting. Everyone was encouraged to sign-up and attend the Communications contest on May 2, at 6:30 PM and that Early judging is on May 29, 2025 by appointment. Livestock registration is open and due by May 15th. Skillathon kits were available for members to practice during the meeting.
Demonstrations were given by the following club members: Anna Zadik- “Steps of baking and decorating cake”, Jackson Skidmore- “Types of wood’, Alyvia Wagner- “My learning experiences from sick rabbits”, Aiden Snyder- “Safety measures for welding”, Christina Atwood- “Important techniques for cake decorating”, Kyra Dunkle- “Creative writing ideas”, Sarah Lewis “Ways to make paper airplane”, Jaida Mclean- “Common cooking equipment”, CJ Rodgers- “Tips for shopping”, Haley Smith-“Emerald Ash Borer”, Luke VanDette- “Three types of speeches”, John Zadik- “Topics in Let’s Start Cooking”, Paxton Turner- “Screws and screwdrivers in woodworking”, and Gabriel Watkins- “My experiences with growing vegetables”.
Luke Van Dette moved to adjourn the meeting, and Christina Atwood seconded. Motion carried. Snacks were provided by Luke and Maggie Van Dette.
Picture: cloverbuds attending Communication Contest
l-r Maggie Van Dette, Adalynn Snyder, Lucas Snyder
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: April 14, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club had a meeting Monday April 14 at 7:00pm at the Monroe Men’s Club. The secretary and treasurer reports were read and approved followed by a safety tip on road safety and an environmental tip on the history of Earth Day. The club was reminded of the club tour happening May 3 at A&R Alpaca Farm and the annual Easter egg hunt for community service on April 19th. Advisor Dolores applauded members for completing quality assurance training. There are only 61 days until the fair and members were asked to bring their project books to the next meeting for a review. Member Brantley Mulvany did a demonstration on Setting Up a Chessboard and Eli Dixon did a demonstration on Taking Care of Bearded Dragons. The meeting ended with discussions on the fair booth.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers
Date: April 13, 2025
By: Lillian Schertz
PLACES TO GO AND PLACES TO SEE IN 4-H by Lillian Schertz
The April 13th Patriotic Pioneers meeting was called to order at 4:01 by Vice President Cameron Clark. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jack Simon and the 4-H pledge was led by Olivia Elflein. Roll call was read by Cameron Clark, and the theme was “What did you do on Spring Break.” The secretary’s minutes were read by Cameron and approved by Ben Malone and seconded by Quinton Schertz. As part of Old Business, they reinforced the dates for both the Communication Contest (May 2nd), and Quality Assurance Training (completed by April 20th). Among New Business, they discussed the upcoming visit to the Ashville Museum (Ohio’s Small Town Museum) and finding a date to volunteer at a local dog rescue. The club also talked about donating to non-profit organizations. Members broke into project groups to work on project books. Finally demonstrations were given: Haleigh Bartholow demonstrated a LEGO coding building kit, Jack Simon presented his Hemingway cats, Elena Mills showed how to make a pinecone birdfeeders and passed out supplies to members to make their own, Lily Kraft taught how to make Harry Potter themed paper bookmarks; Brooklyn Malone pointed out the parts of the brain as related to her project Your Feelings Matter, and Lillian Schertz gave a demonstration on What Character Arcs are in Books. Afterwards, the Cloverbuds presented their veterinarian coloring pages. The motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Elias Schertz and seconded by Hannah Wynkoop. It was adjourned at 4:37pm. The next meeting will be at Hargus Lake, AW Marion State Park on May 4th at 4pm.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers
Date: March 30, 2025
By: Lillian Schertz
COMMUNITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE IN 4-H by Lillian Schertz
The Patriotic Pioneers March 30th meeting was called to order at 4:00 by Kyle Yarnell. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Elena Mills and the 4-H Pledge was led by Hannah Wynkoop. Roll call was read by Secretary Carolyn Yarnell and the theme was “what is your favorite 4-H project.” The secretary’s minutes were approved by Lily Kraft and seconded by Ben Malone. Among Old Business, we discussed more about the upcoming Communications Contest, which takes place May 2nd. Quality Assurance training, for those with animal projects, was also talked about, including the due date, April 20th. To wrap up Old Business, the club discussed the upcoming Cloverbud Camp. It will be held at AW Marian State Park from 1-4pm on May 4th. Under New Business, we discussed scheduling community service projects such as visiting a dog shelter and going to the Ashville Museum. Two committees were set up, one for T-shirts and another for designing the fair booth. Older members were informed that they could sign up to be 4-H Event Youth Assistants (or 4-HEYA). As assistants, they would participate more in 4-H and get some experience. Sign-ups are due May 15th. After wrapping up New Business, advisor Erin Clark gave a report about the Ohio 4-H Conference. She then asked all members what they thought the purpose of 4-H was. The club then broke into groups to talk about their projects. When they came back, demonstrations were given. Milo Kraft showed three magic tricks, Ben Malone talked about the Power of Air , Marley Erler discussed how to care for her Guinea Pig Athena, Carolyn Yarnell taught about Relationships, Emilee Clark showed 10 Things to Bring on a Hike, and Izzy Erler pointed out the Parts of a Rabbit. After, the Cloverbuds came up and presented the bird pictures they had colored. The motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Milo Kraft. The meeting was adjourned at 5:20pm. The next meeting with be on April 13th, 4:00pm at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: April 7, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons and Bowls 4 -H met on April 7, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President Claire Bradbury. The American Pledge was led by Maggie Van Dette, and the 4-H Pledge was led by Anna Zadik.
Roll call by Co-Secretary Hannah Daniels, asked members to responded with their favorite Disney character. There were 29 members and 3 advisors present for the meeting. The minutes of March 17, 2025, were emailed to all members before the meeting. The minutes were approved with the motion of Lillian Skidmore and seconded by Paxton Turner, motion carried.
All members who attended the Food and Nutrition, Scrapbooking, Clothing Clinics, and completed Quality Assurance were awarded Dairy Queen gift cards.
Members who missed the last meeting made marketing cards. Members were reminded of the early judging on May 28, by appointment. Members were reminded that April 15, is the Animal Possession and Livestock Lease Agreement deadline.
Demonstrations were given by the following club members:
Lillian Skidmore- “Colors in Fashion”, Claire Bradbury- “Color Theory in Cake Decorating’, Jason Bradbury- “How to Start a Gas Grill”, Abigail Daniels- “How to Start a Scrapbooking Page”, Blake Daniels- “ How to Properly Shear and Trim a Sheep”, Cameron Daniels- “ Punnett Squares”, Hannah Daniels-“Basics of Sewing”, Leah Daniels- “My Plate and Food Nutrients”, Sylvia Mayhugh- “Facts about Indian Runner Ducks”, Lily Moyer- “Differences between Male and Female Ducks”, Olivia Snyder- “Alpaca Breeds and Characteristics”, and Rachel Peters- “Differences and Similarities of Llamas and Alpacas”.
Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting, with a second by Jackson Sizemore. Motion carried. Snacks were provided by Rachel Peters.
Picture – members working on marketing cards
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: March 19, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
During the last two meetings of the Squeaks & Squeals 4-H Club, the members worked together in various ways to support canine companions. Using upcycled t-shirts, they made dog toys in March. At their April 5th meeting, they hosted a pet food collection drive, and then donated it, along with the handmade chew toys, to the Pickaway County Dog Shelter. They also had the opportunity to be educated by Doggie Talk 101 on properly approaching someone else’s dog as well as what to do if a dog becomes aggressive towards them. I guess you could say the club has “gone to the dogs”!
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: March 24, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club had a meeting Monday March 24th at 7:00pm. Once pledges and roll call were completed, the secretary and treasurer’s reports from last meeting were read and approved. Our Environmental Officer Eli did a presentation on wind energy. Advisor Delores announced that the club tour is officially scheduled, as well as reminding everyone to mark their calendars for our annual community service project. Members were reminded that there are only 81 days until the fair. The next meeting will be Monday, April 14 at 7 PM. Once the meeting was adjourned, member Gabe Watkins gave a demonstration on how to hold a cat correctly. Afterwards, members and parents alike started filling Easter eggs as part of our community service project.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: March 19, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The March 19 Squeaks and Squeals 4-H meeting was hosted by Gabby Gatens at the Pickaway County Fairgrounds. One of the club’s community service projects was making dog toys for the dog shelter. Before the meeting, members cut T-shirts into strips and brought them to the meeting. The strips were then braided into dog toys. Members present held a discussion about completing Quality Assurance Training (QA) in a timely manner and staying up to date on project books. At the conclusion of the meeting Gabby Gatens did a presentation on how and why to crop photos as part of her scrapbooking project. A healthy snack was shared based off her food and fitness project activity.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: March 10, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club hosted their most recent meeting Monday March 10th at 7:00pm. There were 9 members and 3 advisors present. After reviewing the last meeting’s treasurer’s and secretary’s report, there was a safety hint and environmental report given. The club was reminded of old news including the upcoming club tour, responsibilities at fair, and the community service project starting next meeting. Advisor Delores presented new business including information about signing up for quality assurance, avian flu announcements, and camp letters being mailed. The members were reminded that the fair is only 95 days away!! The fair booth committee head was decided upon and members were asked to think about joining. After the meeting was adjourned, two demonstrations were given. Anam Haven presented a demonstration on mastering public speaking, and Danny Darst presented Photography Basics.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: March 9th, 2025 Meeting
By: Submitted by Lillian Schertz
4-H Important Events!
The March 9th, 2025 meeting of the Patriotic Pioneers was called to order at 4:01pm by President Kyle Yarnell. The pledges were led by Elena Mills, who did the Pledge of Allegiance, and Kaydence Gibson, who did the 4-H pledge. Roll call was read by Secretary Carolyn Yarnell and the attendees respond with who their favorite celebrity was. The motion to approve the minutes was given by Milo Kraft and seconded by Ben Malone. The Treasurer's report was read by Haleigh Bartholow and approved. Among old business, the amount of money raised from the Wendy’s fundraiser was announced, and those who attended the Officer Training night were recognized. The new officers talked about what they did at the event. Under new business, 2025 club programs were handed out. The club budget was discussed. It was motioned by Elias Schertz and seconded by Darian Kirby, and the motion passed to accept the club budget. Dates were also announced for Quality Assurance training (April 2, March 25), 4-H camp (July 10-13), and the Communications Contest (Fri May 2 at Circleville Community United Methodist Church). Before the adjournment, the club passports for keeping track of community services were passed out. A vote will be taken next meeting to determine prizes. Cloverbuds demonstrated their puppet projects they worked on during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:40, motioned by Kaydence Gibson and seconded by Quinton Schertz. Demonstrations were given after a breakout session. Demonstrations were Adelyn Elflein talked about her chickens, Aubrey Money discussed Champagne Rabbits, and Nevin Wolcoski showed the ingredients to making a bio terrarium for his gecko. Recreation was a baseball game outside. The next meeting will be on March 30th at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: Feb. 28, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h Club had a meeting Monday February 24th. The meeting started with both the American and 4-h pledge. The roll call prompt for this meeting was “tell us a safety tip” and included nine members and three advisors. Both the secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved from the last meeting. Club members discussed the date and time options for our club tour to the local Alpaca Farm in Williamsport. Advisor Delores announced that she solidified our annual Cloverbud activity date at the fair. The club went over the club program including meeting dates, demonstration dates, and any due dates. The next meeting will be Monday March 10th with two members presenting demonstrations! After the meeting was adjourned, the members played a game called “Grocery List.”
CLUB: Saltcreek Livestock
DATE: Feb. 20, 2025
BY: Paige Baker
Our club recently did biztown which is a roleplay of real life and having to pay for things and how to budget your money. Each club member was able to randomly pick a job and a salary. Once they got that salary they had to go around to different stations to pay their bills. Some of the stations included housing or rent, food, and child care. This really helped our club learn how to budget money in a fun way. At one of the stations club members were also able to get little prizes. Overall this activity was highly enjoyed by our club.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Feb. 17, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their February 17th meeting at St. Paul UMC. President
Claire Bradbury called the meeting to order. Jason Bradbury led the American Pledge, and the
4-H Pledge was led by Alyvia Wagner. Lillian Skidmore, Treasurer, introduced the club’s financial speaker, Judy Skidmore. Judy led the club in a game of Financial Literacy Bingo.
Roll call was led by the Co-Secretary, Hannah Daniels, and members responded with their
favorite activity to do in the snow. There were 34 members and 5 advisors present at the
meeting. The minutes for the past meeting, February 3rd, were corrected and then approved
with a motion from Jason Bradbury and seconded by Paxton Turner. The members of the community service committee then shared ideas they had for a service project and the club decided to collecting for the community cupboard. The project books were distributed for the member’s projects.
Club officers Lillian Skidmore, Hannah Daniels, Abigail Daniels, Christina Atwood, Sylvia Mayhugh, CJ Rodgers, and Luke Van Dette shared with the club the information they received at the Pickaway County Officer Training. The club had 11 members finish their Jr. Achievement applications and turned in to the Extension office. Club mentoring was discussed, and mentors with mentees were set up. Isabelle Capsel moved to adjourn the meeting, and Jackson Skidmore seconded. Jason Bradbury led the club in recreation. Snacks were provided by CJ Rodgers.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Feb. 5, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The February 5th Squeaks and Squeals 4-H meeting was postponed due to the weather and was held on February 6th at the Pickaway County fairgrounds. The meeting was called to order by President Gaige Hall. The members voted on club t-shirt designs and chose Amelia Cline’s submission. Members of the fundraising committee will attend the Pickaway County Fair Sale and Livestock Committee meeting on March 26th and ask for approval to sell donuts at the Spring Livestock Tag-In, to be held April 19th at the Pickaway County Fairgrounds. Project books were dispersed to those members present, and at the conclusion of the meeting, Gaige Hall gave a presentation about the bovine digestive system. Pizza was provided by the Hall and the Cline families.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Feb. 3, 2025
By: Rachel Peters
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their February 3, 2025 meeting at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Lucas Snyder and the 4-H Pledge was led by Anna Zadik. Roll call by Co-Secretary Hannah Daniels, had members respond with their favorite game. There were 24 members and 4 advisors present for the meeting. The minutes of the previous meeting were corrected and approved with the motion by Paxton Turner and seconded by Haley Smith. The treasurer reported that the fundraiser was a success.
Old Business-Club members discussed important dates. The 4-H Officer training is February 6, at Emmett Chapel and the Ohio 4-H Conference is on 3/1/25.
New Business – The program book distributed by Advisor Rachel Patrick. Corrections and changes were discussed. The club budget was proposed and approved with a motion from Blake Daniels and a seconded by Paxton Turner. Club mentoring with experienced members paired with new members. A sign-up sheet was provided. Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting with a second by Jackson Skidmore. Snacks were provided by Claire and Jason Bradbury.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: January 26th, 2025 Meeting
By: Lillian Schertz
Patriotic Pioneers Spread Love
The Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club met on Sunday, January 26th at Village Chapel Church. The meeting was called to order at 4pm by President Kyle Yarnell. The pledges were led by Milo Kraft (Pledge of Allegiance) and Lily Kraft (4-H Pledge). Roll Call was read by Secretary Carolyn Yarnell and members answered what they were doing with all their free time on the snow days. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Ben Malone. The Treasurer’s Report was read by Treasurer Haleigh Bartholow. The Treasurer’s Report was approved. Under Old Business we discussed our collecting the fees for registration, project books, and 4-H award donations. We voted to donate $75 to the 4-H Committee to purchase ribbons and awards for the 2025 Pickaway County Fair as well as voted to purchase project books for members who volunteers at our November fundraiser at the AKC Dog Show. Lily Kraft reported on the 4-H Week display at the Younkin Library. Under New Business we discussed the upcoming Wendy’s fundraiser on February 5th. Demonstrations were then given by Hannah Wynkoop- Importance of the D.A.R.E. Clubs, Kaydence Gibson- Making Homemade Glass Ornaments, Kellan Gibson- All about Baseball Bats, Darian Kirby- the Columbus Air Show and Austin Clark- Pocket Knife Sharpening and Collection. A motion was made by Kaydence Gibson to adjourn the meeting at 4:50 pm and was seconded by Nevin Wolcoski. President Kyle Yarnell adjourned the meeting. At the conclusion of the meeting the club used their recreation time to decorate and sign Valentine cards. The club worked together and quickly had all the valentines ready to be given to nursing home residents at Wyngate Senior Community. The next meeting will be on February 16th at 4 pm at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Jan. 20, 2025
By: Livvy Snyder
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on January 20, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The fundraising committee met early to sorted the pizza roll orders and distributed them before the meeting. The meeting time was moved to accommodate the distribution of the fundraiser and the start time of the College Football Playoff Championship game. Pizza was provided by the club for the club as they arrived. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Blake Daniels and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith. Roll call was answered with which team would win the Championship game. Minutes of January 13, 2025, meeting was corrected and approved with a motion by Alyvia Wagner and seconded by Paxton Turner, motion carried. Treasurer Lillian Skidmore gave the treasurer report. Club members chose their projects and paid their county dues. Members that are 14+ were reminded that Camp Counselor and Ohio Achievement forms are due at the Extension office by January 21, 2025 with signature of advisor. C.J. Rodgers reported on the Sewing class she attend at the extension office. Members received a copy of the approved club Constitution and Bylaws and signed the club copy. The club received the letter for sponsorship of the 4-H Fair awards. The club previously sponsored a cooking and sewing class in Weta Mae Leist’s memory for $40. Olivia Snyder moved to sponsor $150.00 in awards. Haley Smith seconded and the motion passed. The Pickaway County Officer training will be February 6, 2025, from 7-8:30PM at Emmett Chapel for officers and anyone interested in checking out the sessions were encouraged to attend. Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting with a second by Jackson Skidmore, motion carried. Isabelle Capsel presented her demonstration on her journey of advocacy for blood disorders. Refreshments were provided by Paxton Turner.
Club: Squeaks and Squeals
Date: Jan. 20, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The January 20th meeting was hosted by Kensie and Madison Black at Orchardview Farms. This past Friday, club members decorated the store front window at Lisa's sweet shop in Ashville with a 4-H theme to help celebrate Pickaway County 4-H week (January 19-25). The annual budget report was approved by the executive committee and will be voted on by the club at the February 5 meeting. For one of our community service projects, our club chose to donate food to the Ashville food pantry. The members of Squeaks and Squeals collected over 200 non-perishable items. Refreshments were provided by the Black Family at the end of the meeting.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Jan. 15, 2025
The Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club held officer elections at their January 8th meeting, while gathered at the Cooksey Family's home. The Executive Officer Team results were Gaige Hall as President, Peyton Cooksey as Vice President, Brody Weiler as Secretary, and Miles Mann as Treasurer. The club also elected a Health & Safety Officer, Community Service Leader, News Reporter, and Historian with the results being Neil Mann, Kensie Black, Gabby Gatens, and Sadie Barr, respectively. Gracie Noll and Colbie Cochran were chosen to lead the club in recreation activities throughout the 2025 program year. The meeting was adjourned with a visit to the Cooksey's barn to see the baby calves.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Jan. 13, 2025
By: Olivia Snyder
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on January 13, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Christina Atwood and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith. Roll call was answered with their name and years in 4-H. Minutes of last meeting were approved as presented. Treasurer Lillian Skidmore reported no changes in the club balance. Advisor, Lisa Hedrick, announced the window committee will be painting “4-H offers the Whole Package!” at Kingston National Bank on North Court Street. Club members discussed enrollment information, county dues, committee and snack sign-ups. Claire Bradbury went over 4-H week daily themes and reminded everyone to wear 4-H shirts during the week. Members that are 14+ were reminded that Camp Counselor and Ohio Achievement forms are due at the Extension office by January 21, 2025. Members were reminded that there is a beginner sewing clinic at the Extension office on January 18, 2025, at 10 am. Members turned in Pepperoni Roller order forms and money from the fundraiser. Under new business the Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club Constitution was discussed. The club’s Bylaws were read aloud, and no changes were presented. Alyvia Wagner moved to accept the Constitution and Bylaws and Paxton Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed. Pickaway County Officer training will be February 6, 2025, from 7-8:30PM at Emmett Chapel for officers and anyone interested in checking out the sessions were encouraged to attend. Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting, with a second by Luke Van Dette. Motion carried. Jason Bradbury led club members in a game of Heads up, Seven up after the meeting. Refreshments were provided by Advisor Lisa Hedrick.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: January 5th, 2025 Meeting
By: Lillian Schertz, Club News Reporter
THE TORCH IS PASSED TO NEW 4-H OFFICERS
The Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club met on Sunday, January 5th at Village Chapel Church. The meeting was called to order at 4pm by Vice President Austin Clark. The pledges were led by Leigha Scott (Pledge of Allegiance) and Natalie Scott (4-H Pledge). Roll Call was read by Secretary Cameron Clark and members answered with their favorite winter activity. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Darian Kirby. The Treasurer’s Report was read by Cicely Esterline. The Treasurer’s Report was approved. Under Old Business we discussed Project Guides, 4-H Online Registration, and the Ohio Achievement Award Applications are due. Under New Business new officers elected were President Kyle Yarnell, Vice President Cameron Clark, Secretary Carolyn Yarnell, Treasurer Haleigh Bartholow, News Reporter Lillian Schertz, Historian Hannah Wynkoop, Environmental Officer Nevin Wolcoski, Recreation Leader Elias Schertz, Community Service Officer Marley Erler, and Healthy Living Officer Kaydence Gibson. Alongside this we discussed our Pickaway County 4-H Week display at the Younkin Library, and Junior Achievement Award applications that are due in February. Officer training night is coming up Thursday, Feb 6. Advisor Erin Clark encouraged everyone to complete the online registration before the next meeting. A motion was made by Kellan Gibson to adjourn the meeting at 4:30pm and was seconded by Ben Malone. Vice President Austin Clark adjourned the meeting. The next meeting will be January 26th at 4pm at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Jan. 5, 2025
Members of the Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club of Pickaway County were guided through a tour of the Harrison Township Fire Department by two former members who are now first responders for our community and employees of the fire department. Both Mason McFarland and Peyton Weiler shared how 4-H shaped their lives and how serving through 4-H is what led them to serve their community in safety services roles.
After the tour, HTFD’s training room hosted the club’s 2025 program year organizational meeting, where the members also enjoyed fellowship and refreshments.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
Date: Dec. 17, 2024
By: Paige Baker
Saltcreek Livestock’s Christmas party took place on December 17, 2024. At this meeting, we held a white elephant gift exchange where everyone brought a gift and picked blindly. Our advisors picked out Christmas trivia questions and timed the members’ answers; if we answered first, and got the question right, we were able to keep the present. We also played other games like musical candy canes. Our club separated into age groups and then each group was given candy canes. Bobby, our advisor, played Christmas music; when she paused the music you had to grab a candy cane. If you didn’t get a candy cane, you were out. Our club had a lot of fun playing this game! Our advisors also brought in cookies for us to eat, and drinks like pop and juice. It was a lot of fun to celebrate the holidays with our 4-h friends!
Club: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB
Date: DEC. 16, 2025
By: Aiden Snyder
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their December 16, 2024 meeting at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church, Stoutsville. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Vice President, Lilly Moyer. The Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag was led by Abigail Daniels and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith.
Roll call by Secretary Isabelle Capsel, members responded with their favorite holiday song. 23 members and 5 advisors present. Minutes of last meeting were corrected: add place of meeting and spelling of Wagner and then approved with the motion by Claire Bradbury and seconded by Lillian Skidmore, motion carried.
Treasurer Report by Aiden Snyder: Beginning balance $2,198.77. No income. No
expenses. Ending balance $2,198.77.
Advisor Lisa Hedrick invited members to sign up for 2025 Committees before the assignment. The Pickaway County 4-H week is January 19-25 and the Window Committee, CJ Rodger & Haley Smith, will meet at the end of the meeting with Advisor Lisa.
Club members Sylvia Mayhugh and Isabelle Capsel discussed their recent trip to Atlanta, Georgia, for the National 4-H Congress. Three members from our club were selected for the National honor, Olivia Snyder was not present.
A sign-up sheet for snacks at the meeting will be available.
Before the election of officers, Advisor Lisa Hedrick, listed the positions and their duties. A discussion on co-positions and mentoring younger members was held.
The members chosen for club positions were President – Claire Bradbury; Co-Vice Presidents- Sylvia Mayhugh and Olivia Snyder; Co-Secretaries – Abigail and Hannah Daniels; Treasurer – Lillian Skidmore; Historian – C.J. Rodgers; News Reporter – Rachel Peters; Safety Leader – Paxton Turner; Health Leader – Luke VanDette; Recreation - Jason Bradbury;
Co-Environmental Leaders - Christina Atwood and Haley Smith. The Pickaway County officers training is on Feb 2nd 7-8:30 at Emmitt Chapel on Tarlton Road, Circleville. All officers are expected to attend and they will be installed in their position at the end of the training.
The club will be selling Pepperoni Rollers through January 6th. All money and orders will be due at the January 6th meeting.
The resource guide with project information was mailed to families. The members need to determine their 2025 projects. County dues are $10 and books are mostly $8 each. Members are encouraged to pay at the January 6th meeting.
Applications due to Extension Office for Camp Counselor & Ohio Achievement on January 21st. Applications due to Extension Office for Jr. Achievement on February 17th.
Haley Smith moved to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Jason Bradbury. Vice-President Moyer closed the meeting.
Supplies for holiday cards were used to make special greetings to Nursing home residents.
Advisor Marsha Few provided homemade cookies.
L to R
Front row: Claire Bradbury, Sylvia Mayhugh
Row 2 : Paxton Turner, Lillian Skidmore, Luke VanDette, Jason Bradbury, Abigail Daniels, Hannah Daniels, C.J. Rodgers, Christina Atwood, Haley Smith
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Dec. 3, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club December Meeting and Christmas Potluck
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their December meeting December 3, 2024 at the Scioto Township Fire Department in Commercial Point.
The meeting was called to order by President Makayla Fannin followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the 4-H Pledge.
To begin, club members were reminded of Steer Weigh-In dates as well as January 21st deadlines for the High School Achievement Records and Camp Counselor Forms. There was also an announcement for the Awards Workshop on January 12th. Newly elected club officers and leaders were installed and took a group photo for the club’s 2025 scrapbook.
Service projects were discussed with a plan to vote on ongoing and past Service Projects for the club, including Community Cupboard/Food Pantry donations, Spare Change for a Cause, Soup Kitchen, Holiday Cards, and other ideas from the group.
Club enrollment information was distributed to the club with fees due to the Treasurer anytime in January. Club Membership requirements were discussed with the group, including attendance and participation requirements in club meetings and activities as well as the requirement that all members must complete a project and attend judging at the Pickaway County Fair.
The meeting was adjourned and all members joined together in prayer before taking part in the Christmas potluck dinner and enjoying food and fellowship as a group, including games provided by the Recreation Leaders.
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Nov. 19, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club Elects New Leadership for 2025 Season
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their opening meeting of the 2025 season on November 19th, 2024 at the Scioto Township Fire Department in Commercial Point.
The meeting was called to order by President Morgan Cline followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Makayla Fannin, and the 4-H Pledge, led by Morgan Cline.
New club officer and leader position elections began with brief descriptions provided to the group for each position and the responsibilities associated with the position. Interested candidates then entered their names for the position(s) they coveted. Following candidate entry, candidates for contested positions were asked to take a moment to prepare and deliver a speech to the group requesting their votes.
Following candidate speeches, ballots were cast by club members for all contested positions and the following officers and leaders were elected:
- President – Makayla Fannin
- Vice president – Jack Mawhorr
- Secretary – Ashwin Skreenath
- Treasurer – Arjun Skreenath
- News reporters – Jordyn Hundley and Ellody Burgett
- Historian/scrapbook – Addylynn Burgett and Hank Havens
- Health leader – Olivia Havens
- Environmental / energy leader – Paige Reynolds
- Safety leader – Charlotte Bennett
- Recreation leaders – Sam Ridley and Jett Sharp
- Food pantry / community services leader – Lukus Mitchell
- Junior leaders – Morgan Cline, London Sharp, Drake Reynolds, and Kate Ridley
- Photographers – All club members were tasked with photography this year.
The meeting was then adjourned, and the next meeting was announced for December 3rd, 2024.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: November 18, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on November 18, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. Vice President, Lilly Moyer, called the meeting to order.
Lucas Snyder led the American pledge and the 4-H pledge was led by CJ Rodgers. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite Thanksgiving food? Isabelle Capsel, Secretary, read the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Lillian Skidmore seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included reminders that the Pickaway County 4-H Open House is scheduled on November 20, 2024 from 6-7:30pm at Heritage Hall.
Ava Moyer moved to change the December club meeting from December 2 to December 16, 2024. Haley Smith seconded and the motion passed. Lillian Skidmore moved to have the secretaries minutes emailed to members prior to the next meeting. Paxton Turner seconded. The motion passed. Lisa Hedrick, Advisor, passed out the 2025 county calendars and club forms. Members were also encouraged to participate in Wreaths Across America on December 14, 2024, at Forest Cemetery in Circleville.
Alivia Wagner moved to adjourn the meeting, Paxton Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Nov. 4, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on November 4, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. President, Samantha Mayhugh, called the meeting to order.
Sylvia Mayhugh led the American pledge and Ava Moyer led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite Halloween candy? Lilly Moyer, club Vice President, read the minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Lillian Skidmore seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included advisors and members sharing highlights from the 2024 Pickaway County Fair. Our club won second place in the Outhouse race and an Honorable Mention for our booth. We were recognized as an Honor Club for 2024! Members also received 4-H year awards.
New business that was discussed was suggestions to make meetings better. Pickaway County 4-H Open House is scheduled on November 20, 2024 from 6-7:30pm at Heritage Hall.
Lilly Moyer moved to adjourn the meeting, Lillian Skidmore seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club members enjoyed an ice cream social after the meeting to celebrate a successful 4-H year.
Front row: Paxton Turner, Colton Suchy, Leah Daniels
Back row: Olivia Snyder, Hannah Daniels, Abigail Daniels
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Oct. 22, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their first meeting of the year on October 22, 2024 at
member Jack Mawhorr’s residence.
Everyone participated in activities such as the Pledge of Allegiance, the 4-H Pledge and Roll Call followed by a bonfire and smores while long time advisor Roxanne Davis began awarding club members with certificates and achievement awards.
Advisors Larry and Roxanne Davis handed score sheets to all officers and we reflected on our results and discussed how we can make changes or what we need to do differently for next year. Members who attended the Ohio State Fair discussed their experiences and any awards they received.
Our club's greatest accomplishment was being awarded a 2023-2024 Honor Club. Great work everyone, it's a lot of work but we did it.
Then we began to talk about our future with exciting activities and different community services opportunities for our 2025 4-H year. Lastly we discussed and voted on which day works best for our club members to hold future meetings. We had a unanimous vote and we will continue to hold our meetings twice a month on Tuesdays beginning in January. The location will be at the Scioto Township Fire Department which is at 440 Walker Road Commercial Point. The resource guide with project information was mailed to families to help determine future projects. The Pickaway County officer training will be held on Sunday, February 2nd from 7- 8:30pm at Emmit Chapel on Tarlton Road, Circleville.