Cloverleaf Magazine - Georgia 4-H

Cloverleaf Magazine

Welcome to the 2025 digital edition of Cloverleaf magazine! These articles tell the story of another year of excellence in Georgia 4-H as we empower youth to be healthy, productive, and engaged citizens.

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GREETINGS FROM MELANIE BIERSMITH

Georgia 4-H is preparing young people to be Beyond Ready for work and for life.

4-H student accepting award

GEORGIA 4-H FACILITIES UPDATE

Our 4-H facilities collectively served over 88,000 guests last year.

Marsh located at Burton 4-H Center

SUMMER CAMP 2025: BEST WEEK EVER

Georgia 4-H offered 36 different camping opportunities in 2025.

4-H student shooting bow and arrow

NATIONAL 4-H YOUTH IN ACTION: KINGSTON RYALS

Kingston created “The Rock Project” to help other youth build a rock-solid future.

4-H student sitting on bench

THE MCKISSICKS: FIVE GENERATIONS OF EXCELLENCE

Anna McKissick became a fifth-generation Master 4-H’er in 2025.

4-H student dancing

RONAN WARENZAK: CHAMPION OF FORESTRY AND 4-H

Ronan continutes to overcome challenges and thrive in 4-H.

Picture of Forestry 4-H Student

OUTSTANDING ALUMNI

A spotlight on Steven Spandle, Jenn Townsend, Stacy Jones, Georgia Simmons, and Jenna Saxon.

Official Green Jacket of Georgia 4-H

CLOVER CATCH-UP

A collection of shorter updates featuring county programs, dedicated employees, and impressive 4-H’ers.

Picture of 4-H students at job site

ANIMAL SCIENCE MASTERY

Coweta County 4-H teams have secured seven first-place wins at Animal Science contests since 2023.

4-H student holding a chicken

SERVING AND LEADING

Leadership in Action and 4-H Day at the Capitol produce engaged youth.

4-H student at Georgia State Capitol

CLAYTON COUNTY AG SAFETY

Metro Alanta 4-H’ers learn safety measures for Georgia’s largest industry.

4-H student holding a rooster

SENIOR CONFERENCE 2025

Nearly 400 4-H’ers gathered for a week of growth and celebation.

4-H student talking to vendor

TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Rachel Kinsaul credits Georgia 4-H for setting her on a path of excellence.

Rachel Kinsaul awarded teacher of the year

CAMP TO CAMPUS

Dorothy Mortimore’s journey to studying forestry began at 4-H camp.

4-H students standing on bridge

GEORGIA 4-H HONOREES

Larry Walker III, Lauren Clark, Sonya Jones, and GNFA were honored at State Congress.

4-H Leadership at State Congress

SHOWCASING A CHAMPION

Winta Ykeallo has mastered in all four 4-H Food Showcase events.

4-H student at Food Showcase event

VOLUNTEER SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE

Kristen Quinton and C.J. Lee represent excellence for 5,400 4-H volunteers.

Presentation of Volunteer Award

WORDS FROM FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP

Adam Hammond and Ken Jones express gratitude for record-breaking support.

State Congress Speaker

FOUNDATION UPDATES

A summary of $4 for 4-H, Pillar Sponsors, and Event Series Sponsors

4-H students ringing bell

DONOR SPOTLIGHTS

Dalton & Margie Sirmans and Georgia Power stand out as impactful 4-H supporters.

4-H students at Washington D.C.

MILLION DOLLAR NIGHT

The 2025 4-H Gala raised $1 million and honored Arch Smith.

Arch Smith at State Congress