UGA Extension Office

4-H Youth Development

Below are some of 4-H's most broadly useful resources from the Georgia 4-H website. Please contact us for more information about participating in any of these programs through this county office.

4-H Resources:
Summer Camp
Summer Camp County offices promote and coordinate 4-H summer camp experiences unlike any other in the county. Counties travel to unique 4-H centers across the state offering fun, friendship and adventure for over 8,000 4-H'ers each summer. Visit the Georgia 4-H Website
Environmental Education
Environmental Education The Georgia 4-H Environmental Education Program is one of the nation’s largest and oldest providers of local environmental education, serving over 45,000 people annually. The research-based curriculum provides hands-on learning experiences aligned with Georgia Performance Standards.
Livestock Program
Livestock Program The Georgia 4-H Livestock Program gives students the opportunity to practice and acquire new knowledge in the fields of animal science, business, time management and leadership.
Project Achievement
Project Achievement This core program showcases the work and success of 4-H'ers through presentations and portfolios on numerous topics. Members compete against their peers at the local, district and state levels in an effort to master their project.
Become a Volunteer The Georgia 4-H Foundation relies heavily on the efforts of volunteers to help coordinate and organize yearly alumni & friends events. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, read more about becoming a volunteer at the Georgia 4-H website.
Project S.A.F.E.
Project S.A.F.E. Project S.A.F.E. (Shooting Awareness, Fun and Education) is a curriculum based and designed to assist young people in personal development, establish a personal environmental ethic and explore life-long vocational and avocational activities.
Military Programs UGA Extension Military Outreach builds partnerships and provides programs that help Georgia military families find positive ways to cope with the stress of military life.

Upcoming Events Forestry Field Day

Mar 19 - Mar 21 Georgia 4-H Basics of Youth Development Eatonton, GA Training
Mar 20 - Mar 22 Georgia 4-H Beyond the Basics Eatonton, GA Training
Mar 23 - Mar 24 Project SAFE 22 Silhouette Match Eatonton, GA 4-H Target Sports

Upcoming Events

  • Mar 19 - Mar 21 Georgia 4-H Basics of Youth Development Training
    • Eatonton, GA - (153.0 Miles)
  • Mar 20 - Mar 22 Georgia 4-H Beyond the Basics Training
    • Eatonton, GA - (153.0 Miles)
  • Mar 20 2024 Farm Stress Summit From healthcare providers and nonprofits to county officials and faith leaders, the 2024 Farm Stress Summit welcomes all who want to further their efforts in combatting farm stress within our communities. Our goal is to learn from each other, connect communities with existing resources and establish partnerships across organizations. Speakers will focus on farm family health and wellness, including strategies for enhancing collaborations at the local, state, and national levels to cohesively support farm families as well as proven and emerging practices for combatting farmer mental health challenges. This is a FREE event and includes a coffee/breakfast break and lunch. Afternoon workshop sessions participants may choose from one 90-minute option to attend including 1) Question, Persuade, and Refer Suicide Prevention Training; 2)Community Capitals / Strength finding & exploration; and 3) Faith & farm listening session. Attendance of this event offers up to 2.5 CEU contact hours for social workers.
    • Jasper, GA - (239.0 Miles)

Upcoming Events