| To Make The Best Better | The mission of 4-H is to help young people develop their potential. This is done by encouraging them to participate in practical real-life experiences. As a result of this involvement, they should be better able to lead satisfying lives as responsible, self directing, members of society. |
| Is 4H only about animals? No! You do not need to own an animal to be in 4H nor do you need to live on a farm. 4H is a youth program with more activities than you can imagine. 4H has rural, suburban and urban kids that not only take part in the livestock area, but in foods and nutrition, dog care and training, sewing, arts and crafts and public speaking just to name a few. In Merced County ages 7-19 are eligible to participate. 4H members participate in events, contests, projects, exhibits, summer and winter camps, international programs, scholarships, and more. 4H members can learn about leadership, learn new skills, and have the chance to participate in workshops, both county and state activities and more. Many teens become leaders that help the younger and new 4H members. There are special citizenship projects for Merced County, California, and Washington D.C. A positive attitude, the willingness to learn new projects, meet new people, and to do some type of community service and most of all have a big smile and have fun. | |
| As a True 4-H member, I pledge: | The clover has an "H" on each leaf, representing Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. The clover is green to symbolize growth and youth, and the white color of the H's represents sincerity and honesty. The clover was adopted in 1909. To learn more about the history of the symbols, click here: History of the 4H Symbols National 4-H has a policy about the proper use of the clover to help preserve its special character. For the complete policy, click here: National Clover Policy. |
| 4-H costs vary from club to club and project to project. Leaders can advise you at the beginning of the 4H year as to expected costs. Some project costs may be covered by fundraisers during the year. You can ask about fundraisers and your responsibilities to do them when you register.
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