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4-H is a group of young people who are learning life skills and making new friends.  Youth from grades 3-12 may join 4-H. K-12 children may join family clubs but are not eligible for awards and activities beyond the county level.

There are over 6.5 million young people who participate in 4-H programs across America. Activites in 4-H includes clubs and camps, 4-H Afterschool and school-based programs.  It is currently active in every county of all 50 states, (from urban, suburban and rural areas) including U.S. territories and military installations worldwide. 

4-H works closely with theYouth and Families with Promise (YFP) program, which is designed to address youth problems through early intervention with at-risk-youth, ages 10-14, and their families. YFP is a two level mentoring program, with both young-adult mentors and grandparent-age mentor couples.

Mission Statement: Assist youth in acquiring knowledge, building character, and developing life skills in a fun learning environment that will enable them to become self-directing, productive members of society.
 
4-H Pledge:
I pledge
My head to clearer thinking,
My heart to greater loyalty,
My hands to larger service and
My health to better living,
For my club, my community,
My country and my world.
 
4-H Emblem: A green four-leaf clover, with a white “H” on each leaflet.
 
4-H Motto: To Make the Best Better
 
4-H Slogan: Learn by Doing
 

4-H Colors: Green and White

 

For more information about 4-H and how to join call the Extension Office

435-636-3233