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WINGS Project

In the 4-H WINGS projects, you will learn:

  • about ecological systems;
  • about biological principles of living organisms; and
  • skills such as decision-making, getting along with others, self-responsibility, planning and organizing, and improving your knowledge of general science and technology.

Project Materials (For Youth Ages 11-13) 

This project will guide youth through the four stages of a butterfly’s development. Through various hands on activities youth will learn about the butterfly eggs, caterpillars, chrysalis, and ultimately adult butterflies, while becoming citizen scientists.

Member and Leader Manuals (Ages 11-13)
WG 1         WINGS Project Guide
WG H        WINGS Leader's Manual

WINGS - Level 1 (Ages 8-10)

  • There is no project guide for this level.

WINGS - Level 2 (Ages 11-13)

  • WINGS Project Guide teaches members about the four stages of a butterfly’s development.

WINGS - Level 3 (Ages 14-18)

  • There is no project guide for this level.

Leader/Helper Guide

This Leader's Guide will help you support youth in his or her efforts to set goals and complete activities, as well as providing resources for the member's to use in completing the series.


WINGS

4-H Competitive Events

  • Demonstrations -
    "Natural Resources"
  • Public Speaking Contest
  • General Project Competitions

Awards & Recognition

  • Ribbons and Awards for Competitve Events
  • Project Certificates and Pins
  • 4-H Portfolios
  • College Scholarships
Learning Opportunities
for Adults
Related Web Sites
Contacts

    4-H Environmental Sciences Liaison:

    Jerry Culen
    State 4-H Office

    4-H Science and Technology Liaison:

    Kelley Hiemstra
    State 4-H Office