Citizenship programs

Citizenship Focus Programs

Merced Focus

Usally this two day event is held in late July or Early August. It includes an overnight camp out at the UCCE 4-H office and visits around the Merced area.

Previous themes – Literacy, Recycling, Land Use, Government, Leadership, Communications

Age: 8th grade and older

for information contact the Merced County 4-H office

California Focus

Registration Deadline: February 1. Second or third weekend in June; 5 days; Sacramento
Minimum Age: High School, Youth Fee: ~$420.00

A unique citizenship educational experience that combines hands-on participation in workshops, debates, and simulations with outstanding speakers and visits to historical, cultural, and governmental sites at the state level.

Washington Focus

Minimum Age: 16 years old, Youth Fee: ~$1400.00 to $2000.00

A unique citizenship educational experience that combines hands-on participation in workshops, debates, and simulations with speakers and visits to historical, cultural, and governmental sites at the federal level.

Programs include visits to Washington DC, Gettysburg, New York City, Philadelphia or Williamsburg.

For more Information:
Pat English at pnenglish@ucdavis.edu or 530-754-8520 or visit the State 4-H Focus Trips web pages.