Tag: 4-H Youth Development

Youth build a pasta tower during a challenge.

How trying something new helps youth build confidence, resilience, and life skills

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 9, 2026

A familiar moment in youth learning  In the Wakulla 4-H program, youth are invited into experiences they may never have tried before. They may learn to safely handle a chicken for a poultry show, light charcoal for a tailgating competition, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Experiential Learning, Parenting, Zone Of Proximal Development
Youth in Senate chamber debating legislation.

Youth Voices Making a Difference: Behind the Scenes at Florida 4-H Legislature

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 8, 2026

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
Tags: 4-H Events And Activities, 4-H Legislature, 4-H Youth Development, Citizenship And Leadership, Civics, Legislature
People attending a crowded informational 4-H event.

Wakulla 4-H Volunteers Help Youth Find Their Spark

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 2, 2026

Sometimes Positive Changes Start With One Good Idea and the Courage to Try It Community adults are invited to share skills, lead clubs, support events and build positive youth-adult partnerships In Wakulla County, a volunteer can be the ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H Clubs, 4-H Events And Activities, 4-H Youth Development, Volunteers
Three children crouch on a dirt path outdoors, using magnifying glasses and a small notebook to closely observe and record details about plants and nature.

Turn Simple Summer Moments Into Real Learning with UF/IFAS Resources for Kids

by Rolando Negron
May 28, 2026

Summer has a way of slowing things down, and longer days create more space for backyard adventures, beach trips, gardening, story time, and maybe even a little extra room for curiosity.  For families, grandparents, caregivers, camps, ... READ MORE

Category: Blog Community, UF/IFAS,
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Backyard Exploration, Curiosity Driven Learning, Educational Resources, Environmental Education, Family Learning, Featured, Florida Friendly Learning, Gardening With Kids, Hands On Learning, Homeschool Resources, Kids Activities, Learning Through Play, Nature Activities For Kids, Outdoor Education, Reading With Children, Screen Free Activities, STEM For Kids, Summer Activities For Kids, Summer Learning, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF-IFAS
Florida 4-H Hall of Fame medallions

2026 Florida 4-H Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

by Caylin Hilton
May 8, 2026

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
Tags: #4HBeyondReady, 4-H, 4-H Alumni, 4-H Hall Of Fame, 4-H Youth Development, Citrus County, Florida 4-H Foundation, Jefferson County, Pinellas County, Taylor County
Youth and adults participate in a financial education workshop.

Future Leaders Gather for First 4-H Teen Leadership Summit in Wakulla County

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
October 27, 2025

The leaders of the future took center stage at the inaugural Future Leaders of Wakulla 4-H Teen Leadership Summit, hosted by Wakulla 4-H at the Extension Office in Crawfordville October 13, 2025. The one-day event welcomed over 40 participants ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Citizenship And Leadership, FAMU, Living On My Own, Panhandle 4-H, Workforce Preparation
4-H youth cooking in a 4-H Food Challenge

Cooking Up Confidence: Exploring the Florida 4-H Food Challenge

by Karen Henry
July 29, 2025

If you’ve ever watched a cooking competition and thought, “I could do that!”, then the Florida 4-H Food Challenge might just be your recipe for fun, learning, and growth. Designed for youth ages in Seminole County ages 5 to 18 (as of ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H Food Challenge, 4-H Youth Development, Communication, Cooking, Karen Henry, Kids Cooking, Seminole County 4-H, Teamwork

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