4-H Youth Development

Head, Heart, Hands, Health. Growing Youth who Thrive.

The 4-H Youth Development Program offers educational opportunities for children, teens, families, and adults. 4-H helps young people to reach their full potential as competent, confident, leaders of character who contribute and are connected to their communities. (read more...)

Why Join 4-H

The 4-H Youth Development Program offers many fun and educational activities for its members. When you join a community club, you make new friends, learn about raising animals, get involved in making a difference in your community, be a leader, learn about public speaking and record keeping skills, participate in county fair and 4-H camp, create things for everyone to enjoy, and go on exciting trips!

4-H members choose projects that interest them. A variety of projects are offered including;

• animal care
• arts & crafts
• community service
• leadership, and much more.

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4-H in your community

Each of the foothill counties offer a variety of experiences. To find out what is going on in your 4-H community locate your county 4-H on the side menu. For information about your child or you as an adult becoming part of this program see Joining 4-H.