4-H Info, Hoofpicks 4-H
What is 4H?
4-H is a FUN learning program for boys and girls ages 8-18. It helps youth develop their skills and talents to the fullest. 4-H youth actively participate in activities, events and projects that develop and strengthen life skills. 4-H is open to everyone.
Youth can get involved in 4-H through school clubs, community clubs, special interest groups, after school programs, camps and as individual 4-H members. Each county in Texas has unique programs which are tailored to meet local community needs.
4-H is more than just a club or a single activity--4-H is young people helping others and getting ready for the future. So make the best better with 4-H!
How old do you have to be to join?
- Any youth may become a member of 4-H when he/she has reached 9 years of age, or 8 years of age and has entered the third grade. "Entered the third grade" is interpreted as September 1 of the year the member is enrolled in the third grade.
- A youth's eligibility for membership will expire on August 31st of the calendar year in which the 19th birthday occurs.
- Special education youth who are older than 19 and have not graduated from high school may participate in 4-H & Youth Development programs as members, with approval by the County Extension Agent. Participation would be limited to club or county level. County Extension faculty would have the option, on a case-by-case basis, to allow special education youth older than 19 to participate in competitive events at the club or county level.
- If you're in kindergarten, first grade, or second grade, you can be in Clover Kid.
How do I join 4H?
To find out how you can be part of 4-H, call Williamson County Extension Office or contact a club manager.
As of 9/2006...
Club Manager: Rob Hardy, 512-639-4444 cell, robhardy@hughes.net email.
4-H Year :
September 1 to August 31
Emblem:
The 4-H emblem is the four-leaf clover with the letter "H" on each leaf, standing for head, heart, hands and health.
Colors:
The 4-H colors are green and white. Green symbolizes nature's most common color and represents life, springtime and youth. White symbolizes purity. The clover was adopted way back in 1909!
Pledge, Motto, Pray, and Creed can be found on the Horse Shows page.
How do I become an officer and what are the responsibilities of each officer?
Officers are nominated and elected by the 4-H club members at the final meeting of the season.
The responsibilities of each officer can be found in the Officers' Handbook.
Nominees should prepare a short speech containing 1) who you are, 2) some of your accomplishments, and 3) why you are a good candidate for this position. For the role of President and Vice President, be prepared to discuss changes or improvements you would like to make to the club.
Officer terms are for 1 year.
What is a Method Demonstration?
A Method Demonstration technique can be a very effective way to communicate a topic.
More information can be found at this Texas Cooperative Extension link.