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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 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 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 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 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. (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

Apr 11 - Apr 13 Senior Conference Eatonton, GA https://georgia4h.org/programs/state-conferences/senior-conference/
Apr 13 - Apr 14 Middle Georgia Area Wildlife Judging Athens, GA Georgia is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, ranking 2nd in amphibian species, 3rd in freshwater fish species, and 7th in reptile species. Wildlife Judging challenges 4-H youth to learn about native Georgia wildlife species and habitat management practices for conservation success.
Apr 15 - Apr 16 South Georgia Area Wildlife Judging Athens, GA Georgia is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, ranking 2nd in amphibian species, 3rd in freshwater fish species, and 7th in reptile species. Wildlife Judging challenges 4-H youth to learn about native Georgia wildlife species and habitat management practices for conservation success.
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Upcoming Events

  • Mar 26 2026 Dougherty County Master Gardener Training Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is designed to train volunteers to assist UGA Cooperative Extension Agents in providing unbiased, researched-based horticulture education to the public. The prospective master gardener agrees to volunteer a minimum of 50 hours within a year following the completion of training in extension approved projects. This program covers 50 hours of training in topics ranging from ornamental and landscape plants, turf management, vegetable gardening, organic gardening to basic entomology, weeds, diseases and insect pests of ornamentals and vegetables and their integrated pest management. For more information or if you are an individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation to participate in this training, please contact UGA Dougherty County Extension at (229) 436-7216 or uge4095@uga.edu.
    • Albany, GA - (53.0 Miles)
  • Mar 26 2026 UPW Dicamba Training-Madison County Location Register for Madison County location by calling (706)795-2281 1. As mandated by federal labels, all applicators must hold a private or commercial pesticide applicator license to purchase and apply the restricted-use herbicides Engenia, Stryax, and Tavium. 2. Prior to applying these products in Georgia during 2026, applicators must complete the state-specific 2026 UPW classroom training. Online training will not be available. 3. Those needing pesticide credits but not applying Engenia, Stryax, or Tavium are welcome to attend. 4. Bring your pesticide license; 2 hours of pesticide credits for private or commercial will be provided. Topics discussed: pesticide applicator safety, new dicamba label changes, required recordkeeping/documentation when applying these herbicides, and fulfilling the new Endangered Species Act requirements, along with other valuable information. Please call (706)795-2281 to register before event date at Madison County location.
    • Danielsville, GA - (211.0 Miles)
  • Mar 26 In the Garden: Well Basics for Homeowners When you have a well, and turn your faucet on, are you curious about what’s going to get that water there? Join Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett to better understand your water system. This session will walk you through where that water comes from in Georgia, how wells work, common issues to watch for, how to protect your water quality, and simple steps to keep everything running smoothly. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
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Upcoming Events

  • Mar 26 2026 Dougherty County Master Gardener Training Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is designed to train volunteers to assist UGA Cooperative Extension Agents in providing unbiased, researched-based horticulture education to the public. The prospective master gardener agrees to volunteer a minimum of 50 hours within a year following the completion of training in extension approved projects. This program covers 50 hours of training in topics ranging from ornamental and landscape plants, turf management, vegetable gardening, organic gardening to basic entomology, weeds, diseases and insect pests of ornamentals and vegetables and their integrated pest management. For more information or if you are an individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation to participate in this training, please contact UGA Dougherty County Extension at (229) 436-7216 or uge4095@uga.edu.
    • Albany, GA - (53.0 Miles)
  • Mar 28 - Mar 29 Cloverleaf Project Achievement - Bacon County - 4th - 6th Grades 4-H Project Achievement
    • Alma, GA - (64.0 Miles)
  • Apr 2 2026 Dougherty County Master Gardener Training Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer program is designed to train volunteers to assist UGA Cooperative Extension Agents in providing unbiased, researched-based horticulture education to the public. The prospective master gardener agrees to volunteer a minimum of 50 hours within a year following the completion of training in extension approved projects. This program covers 50 hours of training in topics ranging from ornamental and landscape plants, turf management, vegetable gardening, organic gardening to basic entomology, weeds, diseases and insect pests of ornamentals and vegetables and their integrated pest management. For more information or if you are an individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation to participate in this training, please contact UGA Dougherty County Extension at (229) 436-7216 or uge4095@uga.edu.
    • Albany, GA - (53.0 Miles)