Youth ages 5 through 18
4-H has been around since 1902 and is one of the most successful youth development organizations in the world. Come see why! No matter where you live - a farm or an apartment building, you can join 4-H.
Any questions about joining, what club is best for your youth, or any other 4-H questions, please contact Wendy Dilworth. From STEM to State Fairs, 4-H has it all!
Wendy Dilworth
wendydil@umd.edu
410-887-8090
4-H Volunteers are a key component of the 4-H program, which focuses on citizenship, leadership, and life skills development using a "learn-by-doing" educational model.
With each volunteer comes knowledge, experiences, and skills taught to 4-H youth and shared with the 4-H program. No matter your background or expertise, you can join the 4-H community.
As a parent, a project leader, or any other leadership capacity, you can offer your unique talents and perspectives. You decide the level of involvement that fits your skills and schedule, such as:
Clover
Animal Science Project Records
Youth Project Records
Youth Project Records, Record Books provide 4-Hers with opportunities to learn to keep records, evaluate their past accomplishments, and organize their thoughts.
Youth are recognized for goal achievements, their leadership was given to local club or county/city activities, and community service projects they have been involved in.
Senior Portfolio
The Maryland 4-H Program is proud to offer senior 4-H members the opportunity to participate in Leadership Trips at the National Level. All enrolled and dues-paying club members ages 14-18 (as of January 1st, the year the trip takes place) from all counties and Baltimore City are eligible to submit an application and portfolio packet (see instructions below) for any of the following national leadership trips.
To be considered for a Leadership Trip, a 4-H member must complete a portfolio package including an application, 4-H resume, essay, and interview.
