4-H is an organization that promotes hands-on learning and is based on parent and volunteer participation. 4-H welcomes all youth (and adult volunteers) from all backgrounds in all locales (rural and urban). A 4-H Club is run by youth with the help of one or more adult volunteers. The Club usually has one meeting a month and is run by elected club officers.
Each Club offers one or more projects. Projects are the heart of 4-H's hands-on learning. Each project focuses on a topic -- anything from art to zoology -- including cows, bugs, cooking, skateboarding, camping, photography, candy, and rocket science. There are thousands of different projects. Your imagination is the only limit. Projects are lead by older youth and/or adult volunteers and generally meet one or more times a month.
What Will I Do in 4-H?
4-H members choose projects that interest them. You attend meetings, participate in new learning experiences, and may be involved in making presentations and community services projects. You may also want to participate in 4-H camps, the county fair, or take a trip to other states and countries.
How do I Join 4-H?
You can go to the El Dorado Cooperative Extension office at 311 Fair Lane Placerville, CA 95667 or call at (530) 621-5503
How Old Do I Have to Be to Join 4-H?
The 4-H Program is open to youth currently enrolled in kindergarten through 12 grade.
I Don't Live on a Ranch. Can I Join 4-H?
If you live in a town or city, you can participate in 4-H activities with pets and small animals, drama, food and nutrition, mini gardens, photography, woodworking, robotics, leadership, and more!
4-H Motto
"To Make The Best Better"
4-H Pledge
I Pledge: My Head to clearer thinking, My Heart to greater loyalty, My Hands to larger service, and My Health to better living For my club, my community, my country, and my world.
4-H Emblem
The 4-H Emblem is a four-leaf clover with the letter "H" on each leaf. The four "H"s stand for: HEAD, HEART, HANDS, HEALTH. The leaves of the clover are green and the "H"s are white. The white is for purity; green is nature's most common color and symbolizes youth, life and growth.
If you have more questions regarding 4-H click on the link below for Frquently Asked Questions.
Do you still have questions? Contact the El Dorado County 4-H Office at (530) 621-5503