4-H Youth Development

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In 4-H, youth get the opportunity to explore a wide range of interests as the 4-H program offers over 200 projects for youth to choose from. In addition to taking 4-H projects, youth develop leadership and communication skills, learn how to work with others, how to run meetings and develop positive self esteem. Wood County has 2251 4-H members, 364 volunteers, and 2355 school enrichment projects in 100 classrooms. If you would like to learn more about the Wood County 4-H program please feel free to call us at 419-354-9050 or email any 4-H staff member.
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About 4-H... In 4-H, youth get the opportunity to explore a wide range of interests as the 4-H program offers over 200 projects for youth to choose from. In addition to taking 4-H projects, youth develop leadership and communication skills, learn how to work with others, how to run meetings and develop positive self esteem. Besides being involved in 4-H at the club level, members can take advantage of county opportunites such as: 4-H Camp, 4-H Leadership Board, Junior Fair Board, and State camps and trips. Eligibility for 4-H membership begins when a child has reached age 5 and is enrolled in kindergarten as of January 1 of the current year (Cloverbuds). Membership to the 4-H Club program begins when a child is at least 8 and enrolled in the 3rd grade as of January 1 of the current year. Ohio 4-H membership ends December 31st of the year in which an individual attains the age of 19.
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Page 4-H Calendar
The 2013 4-H Calendar
Page 4-H Honor Court
Congratulations to the 2012 4-H Honor Court
Page 4-H Volunteers
Be a Volunteer, you make a difference! Contact the Wood County Extension Office today!
Page 4-H In School Enrichment
Are you looking for exciting educational programs to share with your students? The Wood County 4-H School Enrichment Program may be just what you are looking for! We offer a variety of educational programs to enhance your classroom curriculum and can offer you support every step of the way! These programs are designed to assist in teaching Math, Science, Health, Human Development, Nutrition and History.
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You are about to enter the exciting and thrilling Wood County 4-H Horse Program. We hope that you enjoy discovering new adventures with your horse and 4-H club members.
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Page 4-H Opportunities Information
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Page 4-H Overnight Camps and Special Events
Check out our 4-H Overnight Camps and Special Events to see what is coming up that you do not want to miss.
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Page 4-H Cloverbuds
Ohio's 4-H Cloverbud Program is for youth age 5 and in Kindergarten until they reach age 8 and in the third grade. Cloverbuds are children who explore areas of healthy lifestyle, earth/environment, citizenship, plants and animals, consumerism and Family Science, science and technology, personal development, and community expressive arts. The primary goal of the Cloverbud progam is to promote children's healthy development - mentally, physically, socially and emotionally. The Cloverbuds program provides an excellent opportunity for children to reach his or her highest potential because early life experiences, even subtle ones, affect future development.
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Visit our resource page to help you find links for club membership, cloverbuds, county 4-H clubs and so much more!
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About 4-H
In 4-H, youth get the opportunity to explore a wide range of interests as the 4-H program offers over 200 projects for youth to choose from. In addition to taking 4-H projects, youth develop leadership and communication skills, learn how to work with others, how to run meetings and develop positive self esteem. Wood County has 2251 4-H members, 364 volunteers, and 2355 school enrichment projects in 100 classrooms. If you would like to learn more about the Wood County 4-H program please feel free to call us at 419-354-9050 or email any 4-H staff member.
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4-H Enrollment Deadline is March 15th
4-H Enrollment Deadline is March 15th
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