Alleghany County representing North Carolina at National 4-H Wildlife Contest
On Saturday, May 6, 2023, 48 4-H youth and families gathered at Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge in Anson …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
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Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Featured in the May 2023 Issue of Our State Magazine
You don’t want to miss the 2023 feature article Where the Wild Campers Are in Our State Magazine! The article …
Empowering Youth and Families Program - Virtual Summer Session
Empowering Youth and Families Program – virtual sessions available this June! Registration open: May 10 – June 13, 2023 (closes …
Ashe County 4-H Summer Fun 2023
Summer is quickly approaching which means it is almost time for 4-H Summer Fun here in the #coolestcorner! Check out …
Condado De Ashe 4-H Encuesta De Evaluación De Necesidades
4-H empodera a los jóvenes de 5 a 18 años para que “aprendan haciendo” a través de proyectos, enriquecimiento …
4-H District Activity Day 2023
What is District Activity Day? District Activity Day (DAD) is an opportunity for young people to meet other youth …
May 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The May 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue highlights the winners of the NC State …
2023 Horsemanship Camp
We still have a few spots left to register your camper for Horsemanship Camp, June 18-23 at Millstone 4-H Camp …
NC 4-H Honor Club Conference & Heartline Newsletter
Honor Club Members – are you looking for a chance to reconnect with other Honor Club Members? Join us …
Ashe County 4-H Needs Assessment Survey
4-H empowers young people ages 5-18 to “Learn by Doing” through projects, school enrichment, clubs, camps, and other fun …
2023 Artistic Expression and Creative Writing Contests
Registration for all Artistic Expression and Creative Writing contests is open until June 1. The deadline for entry fees …
2023 NC State 4-H Horse Judging Contest Winners
The 2023 NC State 4-H and FFA Horse Judging Contests were held on April 15 at Martin Community College. …
Citizenship North Carolina Focus
At Citizenship North Carolina Focus delegates participate in facilitated discussions and activities related to the importance of advocacy, government, and action …
4-H AIRE Registration Open
AIRE registration is open until June 5, 2023. There is a two-step registration process: 1) Register to participate in …
March 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The March 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue features the results from the State Horsebowl …
Recruiting New NC 4-H Horse Program Stewards!
2023 Training We are looking for new 4-H Horse Program Stewards! Stewards serve in a role that helps interpret the rules …
4-H Giant Pumpkin Growing Project
This year, Ashe County 4-H is having a Giant Pumpkin Growing Project. This project will be an in depth …
2023 NC State 4-H Horsebowl Champions Crowned
The 2023 NC State 4-H Horsebowl Contest was held on March 11, 2023, in conjunction with the State Hippology …
2023 NC State 4-H Hippology Contest Results
The 2023 NC State 4-H Hippology contest was held on March 11, 2023, on the NCSU Campus. A total …
EYFP Virtual Sessions Available
Empowering Youth and Families Program – virtual sessions available for spring! Open house (virtual): March 20, 2023 Registration date: March 27 …
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Recent Publications related to 4-H Youth Development
Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina Extension Agents
This resource guide explores how Early Care and Education programs serve families and show potential …
2/17/23
Houses for Wood Ducks
This educational resource for children aged 13-15 explains how to collect used materials, construct and …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Earthworm Composting
This educational resource for children aged 9-12 explains how to make a composting bin to …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Sheep Exhibitor Project Guide (7-8 Years of Age)
This factsheet offers information on showing sheep for youth aged 7-8.
2/9/23 — Animal Science Facts
Connecting to Early Childhood Partners in Your Community
This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …
1/23/23