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WHAT IS 4-H?
4-H is the youth education component of the Cooperative Extension. Participation in 4-H is open to all interested county youth ages 5-18. 4-H members select educational topics from a wide array of possibilities. The desired "learn by doing" experience is supported by faculty of the University of Maryland, project materials and trained 4-H volunteers who work with 4-H members in their neighborhoods.
WHO MAY BELONG TO 4-H?
4-H is an educational organization for boys and girls who are at least eight years of age and have not passed their 19th birthday by January 1st. The Clover Program is for youth ages 5-7. Programs are open to all regardless of race, color, sex, handicap, religion, age or national origin.
WHY DO KIDS LIKE IT?
They have fun with their friends - meetings, social activities, tours, camps and fairs. They learn to do interesting things and participate in activities such as- taking care of animals and growing plants, redecorating their rooms, fixing their bikes, taking pictures or learning to cook.
STATE FAIR INFORMATION
For information concerning state fair items such as premiums, show schedules and more, visit the Maryland State Fair website.
For more information, contact Nia Imani Fields
Last updated: 03/9/2009