Alleghany County representing North Carolina at National 4-H Wildlife Contest
On Saturday, May 6, 2023, 48 4-H youth and families gathered at Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge in Anson …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
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2023 Franklin County 4-H Sizzling Summer Sessions
Join us for Sizzling Summer Sessions 2023 where we offer face-to-face opportunities for youth ages 5-18 to actively create …
May 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The May 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue highlights the winners of the NC State …
2023 Horsemanship Camp
We still have a few spots left to register your camper for Horsemanship Camp, June 18-23 at Millstone 4-H Camp …
Franklin County 4-H'ers Attend Northeast District Teen Retreat
Ten Franklin County 4-H’ers attended the Northeast District Teen Retreat on Friday, March 31st-April 2nd. Youth traveled to the …
Franklin County 4-H'er Attends National 4-H Conference 2023
Franklin County 4-H’er, Emma Haynes attended the National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. in April. Emma said, “National 4-H …
2023 Artistic Expression and Creative Writing Contests
Registration for all Artistic Expression and Creative Writing contests is open until June 1. The deadline for entry fees …
2023 NC State 4-H Horse Judging Contest Winners
The 2023 NC State 4-H and FFA Horse Judging Contests were held on April 15 at Martin Community College. …
March 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The March 2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue features the results from the State Horsebowl …
Franklin County 4-H'er Receives High Honor
Lance Williams has been a Franklin County 4-H’er for 12 years. He began attending 4-H Sizzling Summer Sessions when …
Recruiting New NC 4-H Horse Program Stewards!
2023 Training We are looking for new 4-H Horse Program Stewards! Stewards serve in a role that helps interpret the rules …
2023 NC State 4-H Horsebowl Champions Crowned
The 2023 NC State 4-H Horsebowl Contest was held on March 11, 2023, in conjunction with the State Hippology …
2023 NC State 4-H Hippology Contest Results
The 2023 NC State 4-H Hippology contest was held on March 11, 2023, on the NCSU Campus. A total …
2023 Four County 4-H Poultry Show and Sale
The 2023 Four County 4-H Poultry Show and Sale will take place on Saturday, October 28, at the Vance …
2023 NC 4-H Horse Program Event Sponsorships Needed!
The NC 4-H Horse Program has a full schedule of events planned for 2023. In order to ensure the …
2022 NC Open Horse Show Judges' Certification List
The 2022 NC State Open Horse Show Judge’s Certification List is now available. The individuals listed in this publication attended …
December 2022 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The December 2022 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available! This issue features the successes of our national …
NC 4-H'ers and Teams Capture Multiple Championships in Fall Contests
Sixteen North Carolina 4-H’ers represented the NC 4-H Horse Program at two national educational competitions this fall, capturing a …
Franklin County 4-H Youth Succeed at NC State Fair
Franklin County 4-H Youth Succeed at the 2022 NC State Fair Franklin County 4-H was well represented at the 2022 …
Franklin County 4-H’ers Win Honors at State 4-H Congress
Franklin County 4-H’ers received honors during the recent State 4-H Congress. This year’s 4-H Congress was conducted in Raleigh, …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
Extension Programs at NC State University
- 4-H Camps and Centers
- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
- NC 4-H Youth Development
Other 4-H Forms
- 4-H Code of Conduct
- 4-H Declaration of Intent to Compete
- 4-H Medical Form
- Project Book templates, guides, and presentation information.
Partnerships and Organizations
Volunteers in Extension
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Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina Extension Agents
This resource guide explores how Early Care and Education programs serve families and show potential …
2/17/23
Houses for Wood Ducks
This educational resource for children aged 13-15 explains how to collect used materials, construct and …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Earthworm Composting
This educational resource for children aged 9-12 explains how to make a composting bin to …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Sheep Exhibitor Project Guide (7-8 Years of Age)
This factsheet offers information on showing sheep for youth aged 7-8.
2/9/23 — Animal Science Facts
Connecting to Early Childhood Partners in Your Community
This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …
1/23/23