In 4-H, all of our programs should be guided by the Experiential Learning Model. This model of learning allows youth to have an experience and follow up with how the experience can help them in the future. The model is broken down into five… Read More
On the third Tuesday of each month from September through May, 4-Hers from around the county gather for our County Council meeting. Our County Council is a group of 4-Hers representing each of our clubs who gather to discuss upcoming events, club challenges… Read More
For the second year, basic survival skills were taught at the beautiful Poe Springs County Park. Students discussed treating hypothermia, heat exhaustion/stroke, cuts, burns, venomous snake bites and broken bones. The students also got to practice several methods… Read More
County fairs have a special place in people’s hearts, especially 4-Hers. Many youth spend months preparing their animals for this big day. Selling a market animal can sometimes be an incredibly exciting and sometimes difficult time. What the… Read More
When most people think of 4-H, they think of our traditional clubs, but did you know 4-H programming is available in the classroom through our school enrichment programs? These programs bring the knowledge of our faculty and volunteers… Read More
Every year across the state hundreds of youth exhibit swine in County and State fairs. Raising livestock takes up time and resources for these youth and often the market sale provides a monetary reward for their hard work.It… Read More
Information for the 2017-2018 4-H year membership enrollments and fees. 4HOnline enrollments and payments go live for the new 4-H year on August 17, 2017. This system is used to keep track of all youth and volunteers that are… Read More
You’re finally a senior…so what’s next? In fall of 2017, the UF IFAS Alachua County Extension and the Alachua County Sheriff Department will come alongside “at-risk” high school seniors at Hawthorne High School and Newberry High School to… Read More
Healthy Living 4-H healthy living programs help youth lead lives that balance physical, mental and emotional health. Healthy living is a common topic that comes up in our culture today. 4-H is taking our “4th H,” Health, and implementing it… Read More
As the summer draws to a close and the new school year begins, that can only mean one thing… the new 4-H year is coming! Did you know that adults play many critical roles in 4-H? These roles… Read More
