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What is 4-H?
4-H is the Cooperative Extension System's dynamic and educational program for youth. 4-H has about 6 million youth members across the United States. The name 4-H is summarized as the four-fold development of youth through the Head,Heart, Hands, and Health.In 4-H, young people complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture, and civic engagement, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. The group is open to youth between the ages of 5-18. Young people experience 4-H in every county in the country!
View more about the National 4-H Council!
Program Areas
STEM
4-H science programs provide 4-H youth the opportunity to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) through fun, hands-on activities and projects.
AGRICULTURE
4-H agriculture empowers youth to learn hands-on farming, leadership, and sustainability skills that build stronger communities and a brighter future for agriculture.
HEALTHY LIVING
4-H healthy living programs help 4-H youth learn how to lead lives that balance physical, mental, and emotional health.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
4-H civic engagement programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens who are actively engaged in their communities and the world.
How Do I Get Started?
Fill out an enrollment form on 4-HOnline and follow our Facebook to stay up to date on events!Contact Information
Erin Silver, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Developmenterin_silver@ncsu.edu
828.688.4811
