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4H Council addressing Florida 4H youth on the steps of the historic Florida Capitol building in Tallahassee on a day dedicated each year to 4-H youth. Photo UF/IFAS Tyler Jones

Bid, shop, support Florida 4-H youth by Oct. 31: UF/IFAS Extension Palm Beach County online auction on tap

by Lourdes Mederos
October 21, 2025

What if your next online bid could help youths discover their future, earn a coveted spot at a leadership camp or learn a new STEM skill that could change the world? This fall, your holiday shopping can do just that. UF/IFAS Extension ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, Professional Development, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Camps, 4-H Programs, 4-H Youth Development Program, Agriculture, Auction, Camps, Club Travel, Confidence, Drones, Fall Online Fundraising Auction, Financial Literacy, Florida 4-H Legislature, Florida 4-H State Executive Board, Healthy Living, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Leadership, News, Noelle Guay, Online, Rchery, Scholarships, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Palm Beach County, University Of Florida, Workforce Development, Youth
partially submerged alligator with green plant matter on its head and body

Gardening Increases Self-Confidence in Youth

by Shawn Jackson
June 24, 2021

Confidence plays a crucial role in youth development. Kids with low self-confidence are more likely to drop out of school, experience depression, succumb to peer pressure and not have friends. As a parent, you can help your child build self-confidence ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
Tags: Confidence, Family, Gardening, Youth

Tips for Healthier Holiday Cooking

by Melanie Taylor
December 11, 2015

The holidays are often filled with time-honored traditions that include some of our favorite meals and foods. As you celebrate, think of little changes you can make this holiday season to create healthier meals and active days. An added bonus, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Alumni, 4-H Club Group Activities, Citizenship And Leadership, Club Activities, Club Helps, Club Leader, Communication, Community Service, Confidence, Disease Prevention, Emotional Health, Essential Elements Of 4-H, Family, Family Friendly Recipies, Family Relationships, Florida Agriculture, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Science, General, Generosity, Gratitude, Hands, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Physical Activity, Responsibility, Service Learning, Tips For Parents, Volunteers, Youth Leadership

4-H Breads Project Leads to Life-Long Career

by brinkley
November 25, 2015

Many years ago, a young girl attended a 4-H livestock club meeting along with her brothers and her father, who was serving as the volunteer club leader. During the meeting the local county 4-H Agent paid the club a visit to talk to the members ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Bread, Confidence, County And District Events, Demonstration, Demonstrations, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Science, Jam, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources

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