Citizen Science is a new approach to scientific research. Instead of using just highly educated professional scientists, Citizen Science invites everybody (citizens) to collect information/data that can be evaluated and used by scientists/experts.Everyday people can observe, document and share scientific data with free software using their smartphones. With lots of groups involved, a crowd of data can be transmitted to the Cloud for scientists. Fieldwork that once depended on a...Continue Reading
To reach a larger audience and offer more diverse topics, Sussex County 4-H is launching a new program, STEP clubs. (STEP is an acronym for Short Term Exploratory Program). The program is designed is to provide a means for youth to experience a 4-H project in a shorter period while learning about the larger 4-H program. STEP clubs won’t replace traditional 4-H clubs that meet monthly. STEP clubs will begin...Continue Reading
The State 4-H Rabbit, Cavy, Small Animal, Herpetology, & Poultry Show will be held in Somerset County on Saturday, October 5. The registration deadline has been extended – entries must be postmarked by September 12. The show catalog is posted on the NJ 4-H website at: http://nj4h.rutgers.edu/smallanimals/smallanimalshow/ In order for 4-H members to participate in the state show they must be a member in good standing, meet your county requirements (if any), and get approval from a county...Continue Reading
The Sussex County 2019 Fall 4-H Newsletter is now available. Please be sure to check it out to find out about all the upcoming events, activities, and deadlines coming to Sussex County 4-H to included: Halloween Happenings, National 4-H Trips for those in 6-12 grade, Jets tickets, and re/ernrolling in 4-H for this project year. https://www.sussex4h.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Fall-Newsletter-2019.pdfContinue Reading
