Marin 4-H!

March Newsletter

Presentation Day Highlights

Our recent Marin County 4-H Presentation Day was truly amazing! Members put in a tremendous amount of effort preparing and delivering their presentations, and it was inspiring to see their hard work and confidence shine. From educational talks to interpretive readings, our youth did an outstanding job sharing their knowledge and passions.

Presentation Day is an important part of the 4-H experience because it helps youth build public speaking, leadership, and communication skills—valuable abilities that support their growth in school, careers, and life. Learning to organize ideas, speak clearly, and present to an audience is a powerful step in positive youth development.

Congratulations to all of our members who participated! We are excited to see how many of you will do at the Regional Presentation Days.

A big thank you to our evaluators for their time, encouragement, and thoughtful feedback that helps our youth continue to grow. And a special shout out to our Presentation Day Coordinator, Elisabeth Wade, for all of the hard work and organization that made this event such a success!

Photo Collage of presentation day. Presentations about paper crafts, equine hoof abscesses, pin demonstrations for 4-H hats, bridges, horse digestion, Art grant, Cultural arts- member playing the violin, and interpretive reading of Tortoise and the Hare.

March Calendar of Events &Projects

Be sure to mark your calendars!

March 1: Presentation Day at 1:00 p.m.
March 2: Art Printing Project at 6:00 p.m.
March 4:
Beginner Machine Sewing (Older Youth) at 3:30 p.m.
Advanced Machine Sewing at 6:00 p.m.
March 7:
North Bay Science Discovery Day, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Archery & Floriculture at 9:00 a.m.
H-Lane Vaqueros Horse and Pony at 12:00 p.m.
March 8: Daylight Saving Time Begins
March 9: Small Animal Project at 6:30 p.m.
March 10: Breeding & Market Sheep and Goat Project at 5:00 p.m.
March 11:
Beads, Knots, and Bracelets at 3:30 p.m.
ASL at 5:30 p.m.
Beginner/Advanced Crochet with MJ at 7:00 p.m.
March 12:
Leadership Team Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
STEM at the Libraries- Novato Branch at 4:00 p.m.
March 14: Shooting Sports – Shotgun at 9:00 a.m.
March 16: San Rafael Community Group Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day 🍀
March 18: Recycled Art & Fair Projects at 3:30 p.m.
March 19: Photography Project at 3:30 p.m.
March 21:
Introduction to Coding at 10:00 a.m.
H-Lane Vaqueros Horse & Pony Project at 12:00 p.m.
March 22: Pollinators & Gardening Project at 12:30 p.m.
March 23: West Marin Community Group Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
March 24: LEGO Imagination at 4:15 p.m.
March 25:
Crochet with Gabriel at 3:30 p.m.
Novato Community Group Meeting at 5:30 p.m.
March 26:
Farm Day Event at 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
STEM at the Libraries- Novato Branch at 4:00 p.m.

Sneak Peek: April Projects & Events

Here’s a preview of some exciting activities coming up next month!

April 1:
Beginner Machine Sewing (Older Class) at 3:30 p.m.
Advanced Machine Sewing at 6:00 p.m.
April 4:
Floriculture & Archery at 9:00 a.m.
Community Service Project: Las Gallinas Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at 9:00 a.m.
H-Vaqueros Horse Project at 12:00 p.m.
April 5: Easter 🐣
April 8:
Beads, Knots, and Bracelets at 3:30 p.m.
American Sign Language at 5:30 p.m.
Beginner/Advanced Crochet with MJ at 7:00 p.m.
April 6-10: Spring Break
April 9: STEM at the Libraries- Novato Branch at 4:00 p.m.
April 10: Spring Break 4-H Day Camp at 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
April 11:
Regional Presentation Day at 9:00 a.m.
Shooting Sports – Shotgun at 9:00 a.m.
April 12: Pollinators and Gardening Project at 12:3o p.m.

Visit our Google Calendar Here!

Around the Corner:

Farm Day 2026

Marin 4-H participates in this annual event to highlight our program and introduce elementary school students to 4-H through fun, hands-on activities. The event will be held during the school day from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you are interested in participating, the Marin 4-H Office can sign a school release form on your behalf and support you in volunteering at the event. Reach out to Kayla Gulick for more details.

Farm Day Event At the Marin Civic Center on Thursday March 26, 2026

Marin 4-H is hosting a 4-H Day Camp on Friday, April 10th at McInnis Park in San Rafael for youth ages 6–12 years old. This one-day program will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and offers a fun, safe learning environment where youth can explore nature, participate in hands-on science activities, and enjoy games and sports with other campers. The camp will take place at McInnis Park, 310 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA 94903.

The cost is $15 for current 4-H members and $30 for non-4-H members, and youth do not need to be enrolled in 4-H to participate. Families can scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and register. For questions, contact damariscal@ucavis.edu or call 707-565-2681. 🌿🏕️

4-H Day Camp Flyer for Friday April 10th at McInnis Park in San Rafael. Enjoy a day filled with hands-on activities, sports, art and so much more! Join us by registering today!

Fashion Revue And Favorite Foods Event April 2026

Marin 4-H Fashion Revue and Favorite Foods Day Event on Sunday April 26th, 2026 at 2 pm flyer

*Note: Marin Fashion Revue will have the same categories as State Fashion Revue

Please be prepared to model/present your submission in person at our Fashion Revue event. Learn more about the 2025-26 State Fashion Revue Categories by clicking here.

Traditional - Construct a garment and assemble an entire outfit. A Make It With Wool outfit can be entered in this category. Requires enrollment in a 4-H Clothing & Textiles Project and pre-qualification at a county 4-H Fashion Revue or other qualifying event.

Consumer Science Purchased, $50 limit - Purchase and model an outfit, not to exceed $50; receipts required. No 4-H project requirement but requires pre-qualification at a county 4-H Fashion Revue or other qualifying event.

Uniquely Upcycled - Sew a new and unique garment made from discarded or unused materials. Requires enrollment in a 4-H Clothing & Textiles Project and pre-qualification at a county 4-H Fashion Revue or other qualifying event.

Pantone Color of the Year 2025 - Sew an outfit that uses the Pantone Color of the Year 2025, Mocha Mousse 17-1230 TCX. Requires enrollment in a 4-H Clothing & Textiles Project.

Costume Challenge - Create a costume for yourself or another person using any technique, materials or pattern. It does not need to be sewn from fabric, but 70% of it must be handmade by the member. The member must be present to participate even if it was sewn for another person. No 4-H project requirement.

Softie Challenge - Sew, felt, knit or crochet a softie. No 4-H project requirement.

Needlework - Create any type of needlework, including embroidery, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, knitting, crochet, etc. Requires enrollment in a 4-H Clothing & Textiles Project.

~Alongside Fashion Revue, we will also be hosting our Favorite Foods Day event. This is a wonderful opportunity for members to showcase their consumer science skills! Participation is open to all members—you do not need to be enrolled in a cooking project to take part in this competition.~

Learn more about Favorite Foods Day Categories and General Information 2026

Summer Camp Update

Now Open: Camper Registration!

Join Marin 4-H at Camp Tamarancho for an overnight camp experience! Campers must be 9 years old by June 1, 2026 to attend on their own. Papoose Tribe: kids ages 5-8 years old are welcome too- they'll need to bring an approved adult chaperone along for the fun! Enjoy lifelong memories, making new friends, arts and crafts, swimming and more! $675 for current 4-H members and $750 for non-members. Use the QR code or click the button below the flyer to register today!

4-H Summer Camp June 21st to June 27th Camper Registration Now Available! Enjoy lifelong memories, making new friends, arts and crafts, swimming and more! $675 for 4-H members and $750 for Non- 4-H members

Become a 4-H Camp Chaperone and help make a lasting impact on youth! Volunteering at 4-H camp is a meaningful way to give back while supporting young people as they learn, grow, and build confidence. As a camp chaperone, you’ll help create a safe and fun environment, build strong community connections, serve as a positive role model, and experience the magic of camp alongside the campers. It’s a rewarding opportunity to make a difference while helping youth create lifelong memories. Volunteer today by scanning the QR code or clicking the click below to sign up. 🌟

Regional 4-H Announcements

Regional Presentation Day, in person event on Saturday April 11th at 9am at Sonoma Valley High School. Youth who received a gold or blue award will be able to participate at Regional Presentation Day.

March Hare Youth Rabbit & Cavy Show

Sonoma County 4-H is extending their excitement for the March Hare Youth Rabbit & Cavy Show on March 28th at the YAL Center 6445 Commerce Blvd. Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Entries are open to all youth—Entry deadline: March 23

Show details: Double Rabbit Show Single Cavy Show Breeders Cup for youth breeders

Join us for a fun day supporting young rabbit and cavy enthusiasts! Get your entries in soon and help make this event amazing.

March Hare Catalog:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MGwncEPpeHJpUn-799nvCh9lFhCLSBD_/view?usp=drive_link

If anyone has questions or would like to sponsor or donate an item(s) for the silent auction, please reach out to marchhareyrs@gmail.com

CA State 4-H Announcements

Healthy Living Speaker Series

Monthly Healthy Living Topic

Join the Healthy Living Advisory Committee for discussion and guest speakers on different health topics each month!

Coming up:

February 5, 2026 6-7 p.m. Emotional Well-Being

March 5, 2026 6-7 p.m. Outdoor Exploration

April 2, 2026 6-7 p.m. Food Waste & Resource Management

Download full schedule

Policy Update

4-H Policy Resource Update

The 2025-2026 4-H Youth Code of Conduct, the Parent, Legal Guardian, Adult Participant Code of Conduct and the 4-H Adult Volunteer Code of Conduct have been revised. The documents have been revised to expand expectations for respectful conduct, conflict resolution, to align to University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Principles of Community, and further clarify prohibited behaviors in the program for the safety of all while participating in California 4-H. The revised documents are to be used going forward during the 2025-2026 4-H program year.

Get Ready for State Field Day!

This year State Field Day will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 on the UC Davis campus. Please see the following updates from our awesome volunteer contest leads so you can start preparing to participate. If you have questions about individual contests, please contact the contest lead or the State Field Day coordinator at 4hsfd@ucanr.edu. For more information about State Field Day 2026 visit the website at: UC ANR California 4-H State Field Day.

4-H State Qualifier Contests

The following are state qualifying contests to represent California 4-H in national competitions. If you have any questions about these contests, please contact Erica Pettey at eapettey@ucanr.edu

State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest

This state qualifying contest is held as part of the UC Davis CA&ES Field Day

Date: Saturday, March 7

Location: Dixon May Fair (approximately 9 miles from UC Davis)

More information: UC Davis Field Day 2026

Registration Deadline: February 13

Divisions:

● Junior 4-H Division: youth aged 9-13 years old

● Senior 4-H Division: youth aged 14-18 years old*

*Teams competing in the Senior 4-H division will be eligible to qualify for a national 4-H competition.

Also, during the UC Davis Field Day…….4-H Divisions are offered in the following contests: Vet Science, Poultry Judging, and Light Horse Judging

These are NOT state qualifier contests but 4-H youth aged 9-18 years old are welcome to enter.

UC Davis Field Day Registration Information: Registration of 4-H teams and individual entries must be managed by your county office. Accounts have been created for this purpose. Your county staff must contact JudgingCard.com to activate these accounts. Please have them email info@judgingcard.com to gain access to the account.

Registrations cannot be made through the JudgingCard system by parents, coaches or youth members. JudgingCard accounts are meant to be accessed at the county level.

Shooting Sports Leader Training

National Level 2 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training

✅NRA Whittington Center

Raton, New Mexico

📅 Save the Date - May 4-7, 2026.

Registration Open/Close: 1/26/2026-3/27/2026
$575 - $600 per person, includes meals and lodging at the training.
All participants must be verified by the State 4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator.
MUST already be certified as a level 1 or 1.5 in the selected discipline to attend.
Roundtrip vehicle based group transportation may be available at no cost!

Additional information

This training is intended to provide the attendees with the skills and knowledge to return to their state to become active members of the discipline instruction team for at least the next 3 years.
This workshop and training experience is NOT intended to improve your individual coaching skills with youth participants.
Have two years of teaching experience as a Level 1 instructor in the discipline.
Have a strong understanding of 4-H and positive youth development.
Endorse the train-the-trainer concept in basic shooting skills.
Must have previous experience teaching youth and/or adults in their state.
Have current 4-H Volunteer status or Extension Faculty status in their state.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Have thorough knowledge of the 4-H Shooting Sports Discipline manual in which they are seeking certification.
Be well versed in the four Primers found in the shooting sports manuals which include: “Module 1 – What is 4-H”, “Module 2 – Introduction to 4-H Shooting Sports”, “Module 3 – Creating and Implementing a High-Quality Program”, “Module 4 – Risk Management: Covering your Assets”.