Wisconsin Distance Learning
Check back here for information about 2026-2027 Distance Learning programs.
The Wisconsin Distance Learning group is excited to announce three Distance Learning programs for 2027!
Registration opens November 1. Register early so you don’t miss out!
- Cloverbuds: Wizarding World of 4-H: A Cloverbud Series (grades K-2)
- Photography: I signed up for the 4-H Photography Project… Now What? (beginners/intermediate photographers – grades 3 and up)
- Animal Sciences: The Whole Animal: Co & By-Products: From Farm to….Everything (Grades: 3-5, 6-8, 9+)
Registration in 4-H Online is free. However, some programs will have a sliding-scale fee, unless families choose to gather and purchase the materials on their own.
See Below for more information about each offering!
Wizarding World of 4-H: A Cloverbud Series
Wizarding World of 4-H: A Cloverbud Series
Hold on to your hats and broomsticks, we are going to have a whirlwind of fun with these hands-on at home virtual sessions.
Date: Mondays in February
Audience: Grades K-2
Fee: Sliding Scale
Program Design: Hands-on zoom series (everything will be done on the live zoom!)
Week 1 (February 2): Crafting Magical Apparel
Week 2 (February 9): Fantastic Beasts
Week 3 (February 16): Magical Potions & Quill Making 101
Week 4 (February 23): Fantastic Foods
Register online: November 1-15 (space limited, register early)
I signed up for the 4-H Photography Project…Now what?
I signed up for the 4-H Photography Project… Now what?
Turn your snapshots into great shots! Join us for an exciting, five-week distance-learning course designed specifically for beginning and intermediate 4-H photography members. Through hands-on weekly photo challenges, lessons, and activities, you will unlock the secrets to mastering your camera and building a portfolio of work.
The course balances flexible, at-home activities with three interactive Zoom sessions to share your work and learn from peers.
Date: Mondays in February
Audience: Grades K-2
Program Design: Flexible, at-home activities with three interactive Zoom sessions to share your work and learn from peers and photographers.
Our weekly activities break down everything you need to know to take your skills to the next level:
Zoom 1: Monday, February 8 (6:30–7:30 PM) – Welcome and Introduction
Week 1: Learning Your Equipment – Learn how to get the most out of your camera.
Week 2: Exposure – Learn about the different tools that help you capture the clearest images.
Week 3: Depth of Field – Using your camera to focus on what’s most important.
Zoom 2: Monday, March 1 (6:30–7:30 PM) – Mid-Way Masterclass
Week 4: Composition Part 1 – Compose pictures for the highest visual impact.
Week 5: Composition Part 2 – Use your lens to tell the story you want.
Zoom 3: Monday, March 15 (6:30–7:30 PM) – Sharing the Work (Final Showcase)
Register online: November 1-15 (space limited, register early)
The Whole Animal: Co & By-Products From Farm to….Everything
The Whole Animal: Co & By-Products: From Farm to….Everything
Discover the hidden superpowers of Livestock!
Think animals only give us meat, milk, and eggs? Think again! In this hands-on adventure, you’ll dive into the amazing world of animal co-products and by-products — the surprising things that come from pigs, cows, sheep, goats, poultry, rabbits, and more. From crayons to sports equipment, marshmallows to makeup, you’ll be shocked by how many everyday items come from livestock!
Whether you’re already showing animals in a 4-H livestock project or just curious about agriculture, this program will help you become a more informed producer, consumer, and future leader in the ag and food industry. You’ll explore both edible and non-edible products, and discover how every part of the animal has a purpose. Get ready to look at livestock in a whole new way!
Dates: February/March (2-3 Zooms) – Dates TBD
Audience: Grades: (3-5), (6-8) and (9+)
Fee: Sliding Scale
Program Design: Get ready to explore where everyday products really come from! Youth can jump into this program on their own or join us for at least two fun, hands-on Zoom sessions. We’ll create, experiment, and discover how different parts of livestock are used in surprising ways.
Along the way, we’ll also explore cool career opportunities connected to these products—who knew there were so many? This flexible program is all about learning, creating, and having fun!
Register online: November 1-15 (space limited, register early)
Additional Information:
By the end of the program, youth participants will be able to:
- Identify common co-products and by-products that come from livestock animals, including pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, and rabbits.
- Differentiate between edible and inedible by-products and understand how they are used in everyday products.
- Recognize how animal processing contributes to a wide range of industries beyond food, including health, beauty, sports, and manufacturing.
- Explore how using the whole animal supports sustainability and reduces waste in agriculture.
- Connect the role of livestock producers to the larger food and product supply chain.
- Develop a deeper appreciation for the value of animals beyond the show ring or dinner plate.
- Consider future careers in agriculture, food science, processing, or product development related to animal by-products.
- Apply what they learn to their current or future livestock projects to become more informed producers and advocates for agriculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I Participate?
All youth and families are welcome to participate in Distance offerings. Events utilize a simple sign-up form OR the 4-H Online system for event registration, but do not require membership in 4-H. Registration can be completed by following the information provided. To sign up via 4-H online, sign in to 4-H Online (wi.4honline.com), locate the event, and register.
Please select from the following for help registering for a Distance Learning Event:
I have a 4-H Online account, but need help enrolling in an event
I do not have an account AND need help enrolling in an event
What types of events are offered?
Wisconsin Distance Learning has different types of events throughout the year including:
- Take and Learn
- Virtual Connection
- and More.
How Do I Learn More About Events?
Images courtesy of Pete Hanaoka via Unsplash, National 4-H Council, and University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension.