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Muscogee County
UGA Extension Office

4-H Youth Development

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What is 4-H? 

As America’s largest youth development organization,   4-H provides experiences for young people to learn by doing.  4-H’ers complete hands-on projects in our focus areas of Agriculture and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), Healthy Living, and Civic Engagement.  4-H students receive guidance from adult mentors and are empowered with the skills to lead for a lifetime.  Lessons taught, experiences shared and information presented in Georgia 4-H are based on the scientific research of the University of Georgia and Fort Valley State University.

Who is 4-H? 

4-H is a community for ALL kids.  For more than 100 years, 4-H has welcomed young people of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.  4‑H’s reach and depth are unmatched, reaching kids in every corner of America – from urban neighborhoods to suburban schoolyards to rural farming communities.
 
4‑H programs are available for youth and teens:
  • Cloverleaf (4th-6th Grade)
  • Junior (7th-8th Grade)
  • Senior (9th-12th Grade)
 4‑H Cloverbud programs are available for youth grades Kindergarten-3rd. 

Columbus-Muscogee County 4-H

Special Interest Clubs

Arts Club  

4-H Arts Club aims to ignite creativity and appreciation for diverse forms of art among our 4-H'ers. Through interactive activities and workshops, we aim to foster exploration and expression in painting, music, sculpting, and beyond. Our goal is to cultivate a supportive environment where every member can discover their unique artistic talents and develop a lifelong passion for the arts. Junior and Senior 4-H'ers may come as participants or Teen Leaders once trained.

Iron Clover Chefs

Our Iron Clover Chefs cooking club is dedicated to sparking culinary curiosity and confidence in our students. Our mission is to empower young chefs with the skills to create nutritious meals while exploring the exciting world of flavors. Junior and Senior 4-H'ers may come as participants or Teen Leaders once trained.

Outdoor Adventure Club

4-H Outdoor Adventure Club aims to inspire a love for the outdoors and active lifestyles among our members. Our goal is to foster a sense of discovery, appreciation for nature, and lifelong enjoyment of outdoor recreation. Junior and Senior 4-H'ers may come as participants or Teen Leaders once trained.

For more information on County Clubs, please contact our office at (706) 225-4200 or email us at muscogee.extension@uga.edu

 
 

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.