The Mason County 4-H program is open to youth ages 8 to 18 as of September 1. We also have Cloverbud Clubs open to youth ages 5 to 7 years old. The current 4-H year runs from September 1 through August 31. Young persons may join 4-H at any time of the year, but to show at the summer 4-H Shows, they must be enrolled at the Extension office in Mason County by May 1 of each 4-H year. Livestock enrollment is due the first week of January. The exact day changes each year.

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.

Check out these local 4-H clubs

Community Clubs for 8- to 18-year-olds

• Happy Handful 4-H Club – Havana area
• Peaceful Valley 4-H Club - Mason City and San Jose area
• Pleasant Workers 4-H Club – Mason City area
• Kountry Kritters 4-H Club – Manito area
• Sand Ridge Clovers - Topeka, Forest City, and Manito areas

Cloverbud Clubs for 5- to 8-year-olds

• Happy Handful Kids
• Peaceful Valley Kids
• Pleasant Workers Kids
• Kountry Kritter Kids
• Sand Ridge Cloverbuds

Special Interest Clubs 

• Jr. Master Gardener SPIN Club & Cloverbuds- gardening and horticulture interests
• Mason County 4-H Shooting Sports Club - Air rifle, Archery, Shotgun, and Hunting & Outdoor Skills