 
What
is 4-H?
4-H is a fun, informal
youth centered educational program. Youth have fun by joining
and participating in hands-on learning in projects, activities
or special events. Youth are guided via adult interaction in their
areas of interest by the teaching of life skills.
The majority of the
Waukesha County 4-H membership is in community based 4-H clubs.
Clubs usually meet monthly to conduct business, have activities
and an educational program. Project meetings and family activities
are held outside of the monthly club general meeting.
Youth participate in
4-H by enrolling in project work which focuses on subjects such
as pet care, dogs, cats, drawing and painting, models, rockets,
gardening and clowning. There are over 80 projects youth can enroll
in.
Youth also participate
in activities which emphasize either individual or team experiences.
Examples include: drama, music, basketball, public speaking and
community service.
Youth are asked to maintain
a Record Book, or similar document, which reflects and serves
as the official record of their 4-H participation. This Record
Book provides supporting documentation as the member continues
in the 4-H program for awards, scholarships and trips.
To learn more about
4-H or how to join as a member or adult volunteer, contact Waukesha County UW-Extension 4-H, Email:
waukesha.4h@ces.uwex.edu ,
telephone 262/548-7774.
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Benefits
of 4-H
Vision: "The
Power of youth, putting knowledge to work for you."
Mission: In Waukesha
County 4-H adult volunteers and youth working together, are provided
opportunities to develop life and leaderships skills.
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How
to Join 4-H
Waukesha County 4-H
has an open enrollment policy. Leaders and eligible youth may
join any time during the year. Some Waukesha County 4-H clubs
do have enrollment cut-off dates. The Waukesha County 4-H program
has established the policy of enrollment by March 1 as being the
last day of eligibility for exhibiting at the County Fair in the
current year.
Kindergarteners, first
and second graders participate in the Waukesha County 4-H program
as Cloverbud members. Third graders and higher participate as
regular 4-H members through the next 4-H year following high school
graduation. After age 18, anyone can join 4-H as a leader. The
Waukesha County 4-H year begins September 1 and ends August 31.
Membership in the Waukesha
County 4-H Program is via one of these options:
- Membership in a 4-H club
- Individual membership (not affiliated with an organized club)
- Family membership
- Sometimes, affiliation with an organized 4-H project
- School enrichment
- Participation in a special interest, activity, group or program
sponsored by UW-Extension
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Frequently
Asked Questions
Committee
Organization
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