4-H in Montgomery County

What's it like in 4-H?

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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 will coach you in areas like problem solving, communicating, and teamwork. 4-H introduces you to potential careers and then gives you the training to get the career you want.

Children wearing hard hats and tool belts posing as construction workers. The 4-H logo is in the top left corner.

Construct and Create Cloverbud Workshop

Our Youth Leadership Team is hosting a fun-filled, construction-themed adventure just for Cloverbud youth. This hands-on event is perfect for young builders ready to explore, imagine, and get a little creative!

A walking trail with trees and greenery surrounding the path. A white 4-H clover in bottom right corner.

4-H Summer Hiking Club

Explore the great outdoors this summer. Join us as we venture out to several hiking trails in our unit. We will have a short presentation at each park, followed by walking the trails.

A green lightning bolt inside a green circle set against a background of blue and white electrical strikes, with a white 4-H logo in the bottom right corner.

4-H Science Camp Wild Weather

A green lightning bolt inside a green circle set against a background of blue and white electrical strikes, with a white 4-H logo in the bottom right corner.

Fairs and Shows

Please contact your local Extension office if you need a copy of the 2026 Showbook.

Required Trainings to Show Livestock

YQCA – Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (required for beef, dairy, goats, sheep, and swine)

QAEC – Quality Assurance and Ethics Certification (required for dog, cat, poultry, rabbit, small pet, and horse)

Due May 1 in order for you to show livestock at your local county 4-H fair.

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