Ohio 4-H Cloverbud program is for youth age 5 and in Kindergarten until they reach project member age.  Cloverbuds meet as part of our community clubs and enrolled members can participate in other special events throughout the year. Cloverbuds follow the “learn by doing” tradition. At monthly meetings, Cloverbuds practice life skills while having fun. Meetings will explore different 4-H topics and may include: active learning games, make and take activities, singing, 4-H pledge, and more! To find a club, contact the Morgan County Extension Office at 740-962-4854. The enrollment deadline for Cloverbuds is April 1 to participate in all the program has to offer!

CLOVERBUD STEM DAY

Cloverbuds explore a variety of topics related to health, environment, community, and STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The Cloverbud program provides an excellent opportunity for each individual to reach his/her highest potential because early life experiences affect future development. Cloverbud STEM day includes activities led by older youth in the county.

2025 STEM Day dates:

April 18th 10:00 am-12:00 noon, Location: Morgan County Fairgrounds

July 31 10:00 am-12:00 noon, Location: Morgan County Fairgrounds

CLOVERBUD DAY CAMP

Cloverbud Day Camp is a one day camp experience for Cloverbud members that will be held at Camp Hervida in Waterford.   2025 Cloverbud Day Camp will be held June 16th Older Youth In-Training members are once again planning this Cloverbud Day Camp.  The plan is to utilize the wonderful outdoor environment at Camp Hervida to develop activities.  It is also an opportunity to expose Cloverbuds to the campground and get them excited about attending 4-H Camp in the future.  Additional details to come on the 4-H Blog, https://u.osu.edu/4hmorgancounty/ at a later date

Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Meeting Menu

  • The 2025 theme is: Flying High
  • The Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Meeting Menu is a tool to help you offer an exciting year of Cloverbud meetings. Choose from a selection of components to engage your 4-H Cloverbuds. 
  • You will find a variety of lessons, activities, games and snacks created around a yearly theme. You can find all of these activities at: https://u.osu.edu/cloverbudconnections/cloverbud-meeting-menu-2025/

Cloverbud Engineering Adventure 

The Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Engineering Adventure (formerly known as Cloverbot Challenge) gives 4-H Cloverbuds the opportunity to work cooperatively in teams to problem-solve using STEM (science, engineering, technology and math) skills. A new theme is selected each year and teams research a topic, build a working model of their solution to the adventure challenge and create a poster to illustrate their findings. Teams present their models and findings to a team of reviewers, learn about other Cloverbud projects, participate in age-appropriate STEM activities, and are recognized during a closing celebration.