What's it like in 4-H?
In 4-H, you get to decide what topics and projects interest you most. You make 4-H what you want it to be. Work on many projects or focus on one or two. Choose what events sound fun to you, and do them. In 4-H, you have an important role in making your community a better place to live, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a club, you’ll figure out what’s needed most in your neighborhood and find ways to help.
In 4-H, you’re part of a family working together. At club meetings, you’ll learn how to get along with others as you build your skills and help your community. In 4-H, you’ll meet adults who care about you and want to help you succeed. 4-H matches you with mentors who coach you in areas like problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. 4-H introduces you to potential careers and then gives you the training to get the career you want.
For information on Marion County 4-H Clubs, call us at 618-548-1446 or email Courtney at cnbeal@illinois.edu.
Opportunities for Youth in Marion County
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Local Resources
Find a local 4-H Club in Marion County
- Iron Clovers* (Centralia)
- Omega Shamrocks* (Iuka)
- SEMCO Servers* (Iuka)
- Kinmundy Tornadoes* (Kinmundy)
- Meacham Worthwhile* (Kinmundy)
- Shirver Sircle* (Kinmundy)
- SPIN CLUB: Shooting Sports - Air Pistol (Mt. Vernon)
- Patoka Panthers* (Patoka)
- Blackhawk Clover Club* (Sandoval)
- Hoofbeats* (Salem)
- Marion County Pioneers* (Salem)
- SPIN CLUB: Horse Competitive Teams (Salem)
- SPIN CLUB: Livestock Judging Team (Salem)
- Showstrings* (Texico)
- Kell Cowpunchers* (Walnut Hill)
- SPIN CLUB: Shooting Sports - Clay Busters (Whittington)
* These clubs offer a dedicated Cloverbud club for youth ages 5-7 years.
Traditional 4-H Clubs meet regularly throughout the year, offering members the opportunity to explore a wide range of projects, including STEM, Agriculture, Creative and Visual Arts, and more. These clubs provide hands-on learning experiences, leadership development, and a strong sense of community for youth of all interests.
Special Interest Clubs (SPIN CLUBS) are short-term clubs that meet 6-8 times over a brief period, focusing on a single topic. These clubs provide an in-depth exploration of a specific interest.
For more information, call the Marion County Extension Office at 618-242-0780.
4-H Shows
- 4-H Show Book
- Show of Champions
- Public Speaking Contest
- Cloverbud Show Book
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