University of Maryland Extension

4-H Youth Development

 *** IMPORTANT UPDATE ***

Under the direction from Jim Hanson, Associate Dean and Associate Director regarding UME COVID-19, County Office Faculty and Staff will be teleworking until June 26, 2020. All University of Maryland Extension 4-H Programs have suspended in-person 4-H events, practices, club meetings, and programs through July 31st. 2020 4-H Summer Face to Face Camps have been cancelled.

Youth and families can take this time to start your record books or a new project! Here are some updates and information regarding programming - June 2020.

The Maryland 4-H Youth Development program is part of the nation's largest youth club and has over 50,000 members and 5,000 volunteers.

The Anne Arundel County 4-H Youth Development Extension Educator coordinates the county 4-H program and provides a supportive setting to help youth reach their full potential. Our 4-H clubs, designed for youth ages 8-18, are located throughout Anne Arundel County.

In 4-H, youth can learn life skills through various projects and activities:

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Scholarship Opportunity
Anne Arundel County 4-H All Stars Scholarship 2019
2019 Nominate a 4-H Unsung Hero

If you need special assistance to participate in the 4-H Youth Development Program, please call our office at (410) 222-3900.

For more information on our 4-H Youth Development program or to locate a club in your area, contact Gretchen Sumbrum, Agent, 4-H Youth Development at gsumbrum@umd.edu or call the 4-H office at (410) 222-3900.

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