In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, we're taking a look back at how our 4-H'ers learned to keep their horses safe during a natural disaster. The 4-H Bits & Boots Club is comprised of horse-loving youth ages 8-18. Throughout the year, youth ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Livestock
4-H Horticulture State Contest The Florida 4-H State Horticulture Identification and Judging Contest took place in June at the Alachua County Extension Office in Newberry. This contest provided an opportunity for youth to demonstrate their ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
It happens every so often. A youth is struggling with their project work, and a parent swoops in to rescue them. Is this helping or hovering? Leaders may perceive that these parents are slowing down the development of the Essential Element ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers,
Each year the St. Johns County 4-H Program partners with classroom teachers to bring hands on science to the classroom through the chicken embryology project. The 4-H program loans out incubators, egg turners, candlers and assorted educational ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum,
Benefits of the 4-H Clothing and Textile Project There are many benefits of learning how to sew.These benefits allow one to have fun, be creative and feel accomplished while making items for oneself or others, saving money, and learning something ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Raising Cane in Hastings Last November, 4-H youth and their families took part in the "Raising Cane in Hastings" 4-H project. UF/IFAS St. Johns County Extension agents and staff from the Hastings Agricultural Extension Center hosted this hands ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
4-H Clover Awards Youth recognition is an important part of the 4-H experience. The 4-H Youth Development Program provides a variety of opportunities to recognize youth for their project work and participation throughout the year. Clover Awards ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
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 involved with ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
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 apply not only to parents, but to all community ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers