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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

Jul 28 - Aug 4 Southern Regionals Horse Show Perry, GA https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/agriculture/livestock-and-animal-projects/horse-programs/southern-regional-4-h-horse-championships/
Aug 20 - Aug 21 Georgia 4-H State Land Judging Contest Athens, GA https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/natural-resources/land-judging/
Sep 12 - Sep 13 Mission Make-It: The Georgia 4-H Engineering Challenge Eatonton, GA Georgia 4-H provides this exciting opportunity for students to engage in the engineering design process, teamwork, critical thinking, and positive youth development! Mission Make-It includes 2 hands-on workshops, an exhibit opportunity for youth to showcase their prior work in the area of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), and a guest speaker! https://georgia4h.org/science-technology-engineering-math/mission-make-it/
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Upcoming Events

  • Jul 25 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Early County Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification Course and exam at the Early County Extension Office Conference Room in Blakely, GA. This training will be a two-day course. Saturday, July 25, will be an instruction and review day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday, July 27, will be exam day from 3:00 – 5:30 pm.
    • BLAKELY, GA - (91.0 Miles)
  • Jul 27 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Early County Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification Course and exam at the Early County Extension Office Conference Room in Blakely, GA. This training will be a two-day course. Saturday, July 25, will be an instruction and review day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday, July 27, will be exam day from 3:00 – 5:30 pm.
    • BLAKELY, GA - (91.0 Miles)
  • Jul 28 - Aug 4 Southern Regionals Horse Show https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/agriculture/livestock-and-animal-projects/horse-programs/southern-regional-4-h-horse-championships/
    • Perry, GA - (93.0 Miles)
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Upcoming Events

  • Jul 28 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - 1 Day Course - Grady County ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam – One-Day Training Food safety is essential for anyone working in foodservice. Join us for a 1-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam. This training prepares foodservice managers and employees to earn a nationally recognized food safety certification. Registration Includes: • One full day of instruction • ServSafe Manager book & study materials • Certification exam • Light snacks during the training day (Lunch is not provided, so please plan accordingly.) This training is ideal for restaurant managers, foodservice employees, school nutrition staff, and anyone responsible for food safety in their operation. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot! Registration and payment are due by 5pm on Monday, July 13, 2026.
    • Cairo, GA - (52.0 Miles)
  • Aug 10 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Thomas County Join us Monday, August 10th, for a one-day course and exam. Register by Monday, August 3rd, to receive the course materials. (Courses may be cancelled or re-scheduled due to low attendance)
    • Thomasville, GA - (44.0 Miles)
  • Aug 17 - Aug 18 Manager ServSafe Training Sumter County Extension FACS Agent Mitzi Parker provides Georgia's food service industry with food safety training using the National and Georgia Restaurant Associations ServSafe® Program.
    • Americus, GA - (82.0 Miles)