Enrolling in 4-H
To enroll in 4-H, an online application has to be filled out.Youths
If you are over the age of 5, or 18 as of January 1 of the current year, then you are able to enroll in 4-H.There are two possibilities to be in 4-H. One, you can enroll and then choose an area of your interest to learn more on your own, your parent can help and 4-H has a lot of resources for you to learn more about your interest. You would enroll as a "Member At Large".
Or you can enroll and join a club. You may join one of the existing clubs in the county. If you don't see one of your interest, then a new club can be created.Starting a 4-H Club
To start a 4-H club you will need only 5 children from 3 different families who share the same interest as you. The 4-H agent can help you find a volunteer to lead the club.Three Types of Clubs
- Community Club: Most people are familiar with this type of 4-H Club. This club will meet throughout the year (at least 6 times) and will continue every year. The club will do service projects for the community and may have fundraisers for their projects.
- Special Interest Club: This type of club focuses on one topic and it may meet for a short period of time. The minimum requirement is 6 hours. This club may meet each year but it is not required. Since the timeframe is much shorter, the club may choose not to do a service project or a fundraiser.
- School Club: This is a 4-H club formed by having the 4-H curriculum used to supplement the teacher's lesson plans. Then there is an interest in this area and a club is formed. Or the club can be based on service to the community. It may meet during the school day or after school.
