UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
On May 3rd, we had a wonderful turn out of students, parents, teachers, and county commissioners, attend Flagler County’s 4-H Tropicana Speech Finalist’s competition. Twenty-one students from 4th, 5th, and 6th grade classrooms across bravely stood up and… Read More
Forming new Friendships As we move through life there is always the benefit for meeting new people, learning about different areas, forming new relationships regardless of locale – all opportunities that 4-H youth can experience when socializing with… Read More
The Benefits of 4-H Summer Camp There is nothing that compares to the life-skill building and memory-making experiences associated with attending 4-H summer camp. According to a study by the American Camp Association (National Collaboration for Youth, 2011),… Read More
Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time again for our 4-H Camp Cloverleaf. Set for July 18-22, this camp offers a great opportunity for youth to further explore 4-H activities and enjoy some fun, outdoor recreation…. Read More
Lafayette 4-H Club was well represented at the recent Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale at the 103rd Suwannee County Fair in Live Oak. Lafayette 4-H Hog Exhibitors Members showing hogs included : Gavin Barnes, Kiley Beach,… Read More
When I was growing up, there was a 3-person merry go round at school that I loved. It went so fast you had to hold on tight or go flying off. All there was to land on was… Read More
As a society we are governed by laws, both in social and legal terms, and youth programs are no exception. Florida 4-H has a code of conduct that is understood and signed by both youth and adults annually…. Read More
Most of us have experienced the joy and excitement of winning a ribbon or trophy at some sort of competition. Regardless if it was a track meet, photography contest, horse show, or an award at work or school,… Read More
Positive Youth Development According to a Tuft’s University study (Lerner et al, 2013), positive youth development (PYD) is characterized by programming that supports and promotes the 5 Cs: Competence, Confidence, Character, Connection, and Caring. Successfully developing these attributes… Read More
Summer 4-H Programs Summer is full of discovery in this year’s line-up of day camps and residential camping! Our summer programs are open to all youth that meet the age requirements.Please be sure to read the information for… Read More
