4-H Opportunities in Chester County

 Beyond 4-H Club Activities

For 4-Hers at least 15 years old. One teen is chosen each year as representative to this 4-H advisory committee. 5 meetings/year.

 4-H Ambassadors:

  4-Hers 15-18. Teens receive training in public speaking, communication and social skills at the State Ambassador conference.  County Ambassadors sponsor social events, promote the 4-H program and do various community service activities.  Meets at the State Ambassador Conference in June at Penn State.

 Cloverline:

All 4-Hers. A newsletter for 4-H and the general public; can submit articles.  6 issues/year.

  Designed for youth ages 14-16. 4-Hers demonstrate their ability to safely maneuver equipment through and around objects with accuracy and efficiency.  Course is held in the Spring.

  Campers ages 8-13;Teens ages 14-19 serve as counselors. 4-Hers participate in a 5-day camp program in the Poconos during the summer.

Teens ages 13-18.  County-wide group of teens interested in technology.

All 4-H Clubs.  Clubs increase awareness of 4-H in the community by designing displays to be exhibited in public windows.  Held during Pennsylvania and National 4-H weeks.  March and October.

  4-H Clothing & Textile Members. 4-Hers enrolled in clothing and textiles projects bring and model their finished product for judges and the the public.  Held in June.