Most of us working or volunteering in the 4-H Program truly believe that we are making a difference in the lives of children. The challenge has always been to connect 4-H participation to the over-arching goal of youth becoming responsible ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersEvery year, the Suwannee Valley Research Education Center has a Fall Experience available for youth of the surrounding area. Schools and 4-H Clubs make reservations to attend and each kid gets to select a pumpkin from the "Pumpkin Patch". ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Eight years ago, Montana Rose Smith was “kind of dragged into 4-H” when her mother bought a pair of dairy goats because her brother, Bubba Jessie, loved goats. That’s when Emily Smith told her children they were going to join 4-H. They ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
As the 2017 4-H Tailgate contest started contests 30 state finalists were busy preparing and cooking their protein group at UF/IFAS 4-H State Headquarters in Gainesville as a panel of judges watch and judge them on their food safety and question ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
Youth in Taylor County learn about Marine Science with hands-on activities Sea Grant Marine Extension have involved Taylor County kids into the marine science activities. Diverse groups of kids have shared hands-on activities at the beach to ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
Judging activities provide youth with an excellent opportunity to develop communication. It also teaches them decision making and organizational skills, and enhances their confidence and self esteem. The 4-H Animal Science Program provides ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Livestock
Article written by Highlands County 4-H Program Assistant: Alexis Cooper The Highlands County 4-H Program held another successful annual Commissioner’s Breakfast at 7:00 AM at the Bert J. Harris Agriculture Center on Tuesday, October ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
4-H is the largest volunteer led program in the country and the volunteers are regarded as the backbone of 4-H. Florida 4-H greatly depends on its committed volunteers like you to promote its mission of learn by doing while incorporating the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Whether you are already a member of 4-H or are thinking about joining, it is important to know the 4-H pledge and what it stands for. At every meeting, 4-H members place their hand over their heart and say the 4-H pledge: "I pledge my HEAD ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersHurricane Maria has devastated the country of Puerto Rico. It has been a month since Hurricane Maria made landfall. Today, 82% of families are still without power and over 50% are still without basic necessities. Here in Hardee County, our community ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension