Exciting 4-H Events Coming Up in Avoyelles Parish!

Avoyelles Parish 4-H members have several upcoming opportunities to learn new skills, meet friends and participate in hands-on activities this spring and summer.

The first event is the Avoyelles 4-H Spring Workshop, scheduled for April 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Avoyelles 4-H Office, 8592 Hwy. 1 in Mansura. The workshop is open to all registered 4-H members and will feature sessions in:

• Floral design
• Art
• Fashion
• Wetlands education
• Culinary activities
• STEM projects

The cost is $25 per child, and registration must be completed by April 1 through the 4-H Online system at v2.4honline.com.

Later in the month, Avoyelles 4-H will host a Movie Night on April 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Avoyelles 4-H Office. The outdoor event will feature a movie and snacks for participants. The cost is $10 per child, and the event is open to all registered 4-H members. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for the outdoor showing. Registration is required by April 15 through the 4-H Online events page.

Young cooks can also take part in 4-H Sushi Night, scheduled for April 20 from 4 to 6 p.m., also at the Avoyelles 4-H Office. The hands-on workshop is open to registered 4-H members in grades 4 through 12 and will include lessons in:

• MyPlate nutrition
• Food safety
• Knife skills

Participants will prepare several sushi varieties including:

• California roll
• Spicy shrimp roll
• Dessert roll

Participation is limited to 20 students, and the cost is $25 per participant. The registration deadline is April 13.

Looking ahead to summer, Avoyelles Parish 4-H members in grades 4-6 are invited to attend 4-H summer camp June 8 through June 11 at the Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center in Pollock. The camp offers youth the opportunity to explore new interests, build confidence and form lasting friendships while participating in educational tracks such as:

• Science
• Engineering
• Technology
• Outdoor adventures
• Gardening
• Louisiana wetlands
• General arts
• Food and fitness
• Water safety

In addition to classes, campers will enjoy activities including:

• Swimming
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Archery
• Outdoor sports
• Art activities
• Line dancing

along with evening programs such as a talent show, awards ceremony, social activities and nightly Vespers.

Camp spots are limited, and families are encouraged to watch for registration information and contact their local 4-H agent for details.

For more information about these events, contact the Avoyelles Parish 4-H office at (318) 964-2245.