How To Join 4-H

WHO CAN JOIN?
Youth, age 5 and in Kindergarten through age 18 as of January 1st of the current year, may join.

WHERE DO I SIGN UP?
Join a club in your county, near your home or school.  Contact the County Extension Office to enroll today and speak with Donna or Debbie at (440) 350-2582. 

WHEN SHOULD I SIGN UP?
Join anytime! But join by the county's 4-H enrollment deadline (before May 15th) to take advantage of all 4-H opportunities including participation in our Lake County Fair.

WHAT IS THERE TO DO?
Members, age 8 and in 3rd grade to age 18 as of January 1st of the current year, select 4-H project(s) to explore through club and county activities. 

Hey Kids!  You can choose from more than 200 projects.  Use the 4-H Family Guide to learn about each and every project.  FAMILY GUIDE

Clovebud Members, age 5 and in Kindergarten until age 8 and in 3rd grade participate in non-competitive activities exploring a variety of fun, hands on interest areas.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Members learn life skills, make new friends, enhance self-esteem, achieve person goals, develop positive relationships with peers and volunteers, and have fun learning and sharing as a family and a club.  Don't forget about the FAIR and SUMMER CAMP fun!

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