4-H Youth Development

Raising great kids is a challenging task, but it’s easier when you have a team of people behind you. 4-H clubs are groups of families that do just that. Through working together, families share knowledge and

interests to help kids learn practical skills and important values.

Head, critical thinking, problem solving;
Heart, self-discipline, integrity, communication;
Hands, serving others; and
Health, choosing healthy lifestyles.

In 4-H, youth have fun with a purpose! To learn more about 4-H clubs, projects & activities, download the New 4-H Family Guide. (Guide revised September 2023 and is continuing changing. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know.)

Take a glance at our 4-H Year. Please note there are county specific deadlines.

21 Central District 4-H Year

Are you interested in learning at your own pace? Check out these 4-H at Home Guides.

• 4-H at Home Activity Guide

• • • STEM, Crafting, & More | Grades Pre-K-12
    • These activities to help teach skills in STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement!
• FOOD SYSTEMS SCAVENGER HUNT

• • • Agriculture, Civic Engagement | Grades: 6-12
    • Learn how food gets to your table, and the impact modern food production.

• Gardening at Home

• • • STEM, Gardening | Grades: 3-8
    • Learn how easy and fun it is to grow your own plants and herbs at home.

• Holiday Activity Guide & Cookie Recipes

• • • STEM, Cooking and More | Grades 1-12
    • Fizzing snow, cookie science, and a pillow that can make your dreams come true.