Meet our 2026 Summer Interns! We’re thrilled to welcome our new interns, Kate Sweeney and Felicity Ruiz. They have brought fresh energy and ideas to our programs. You can learn more about them below. We have an exciting lineup of activities ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
What: Campers, alumni, families, community members and supporters are invited to join Florida 4-H and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) at Camp Cherry Lake for a ceremonial groundbreaking celebration ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Blog Community, Camp, Events
Taylor County 4-H recently wrapped up its third annual Camp USA: Celebrating 250 Years of America, and this year's camp held special significance as youth took part in activities and lessons leading up to America's 250th birthday. Throughout ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Blog Post by Guest Author Lauretta Compton What is 4-H Legislature? Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a state legislator—passing bills, changing laws, and lobbying for your cause? Well, at Florida 4-H Legislature Camp, you are ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Join us for a fun filled week July 27-29 for the Growing Together: Southeastern 4-H Ag Xperience. During the week, students will tour different facilities and operations in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama to get a behind the scenes look of our ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Camp, UF/IFAS Extension
At the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), summer brings more than heat, it brings insects! Through its annual Bug Week celebration and the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology Field Camp, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Blog Community, Camp, UF/IFAS
Florida Youth Naturalist Summer Day Camp 2026 Exploring Our Backyard The Putnam County UF/IFAS 4-H Youth Development Program kicked off summer with the Florida Youth Naturalist Camp, a hands-on learning experience designed for youth ages ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Water
How hands-on podcasting, service, and civic learning help Future Leaders of Wakulla grow confidence, communication skills, and community impact A Conversation That Goes Beyond the Microphone Episode 21 of the Wakulla 4-H Podcast is more than ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Curriculum
Summer break has arrived for kids. A time for fun, freedom and family vacation. It can also be a time when academic skills fade away. With nearly 3 million students enrolled in Florida public schools, University of Florida experts at ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Blog Community, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Events, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Gainesville, FL – May 8, 2026 – The Florida 4‑H Foundation and Florida 4‑H Youth Development Program are honored to introduce the 2026 Florida 4‑H Hall of Fame inductees. These remarkable individuals have shaped generations through ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension