The 4 H's...

Head

Think Critically

Solving Problems

Heart

Respecting self, others, and the environment

Communicating

Hands

Preparing for a career

Serving others

Health

Choosing healthy lifestyles

Managing change and challenges

In 1916 green and white became the national colors.  The green symbolizes springtime and youth while the white stands for purity.  The four leaf clover emblem was adopted by state leaders at a Washington, DC meeting and was in use by 1911.

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If you have any questions regarding 4-H Youth Development in Monroe County, please contact:

Laura Pettersen
Monroe County - UW Extension
14345 County Highway B, Room 1
Sparta, WI 54656-0309
Phone: 608-269-8722
Fax: 608-269-8767
Email: laura.pettersen@ces.uwex.edu