Butler County 4-H
4-H is an educational program for youth.
What is 4-H?
4-H is a youth development education program of Penn State Cooperative Extension. It is an informal education program for youth between the ages of 8 and 19.
There is also a Cloverbuds 4-H Program available for children ages 5-8.
4-H in Butler County
Each year, the 4-H/Youth Development Program in Butler County reaches nearly 900 young people from the area. Butler County 4-H'ers participate in a variety of projects including foods and nutrition, wildlife, photography, shooting sports, clothing and textiles, crafts, plant science, and animal science. There are more than 25 4-H clubs and special interest groups in Butler County to meet the needs of local youth.
Upcoming Events
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2012 County Council Awards
May 16 - July 2, 2012The idea for the County Council Awards program was conceived in 2006 by the 4-H State Council. In an effort to get Pennsylvania counties involved and persuade more of them to develop or enhance existing county programs, it was decided that there would be cash prizes awarded to the top three County Councils. Awards would be given based on standards set by state level faculty and staff in leadership development with 3rd place receiving $200.00, 2nd place receiving $300.00 and 1st place receiving $500.00. County Councils provide cohesion on the county level among the clubs and offer strong programming for the teen youth on all levels of the leadership ladder. -
4-H Archery Class for 4-H Leaders/Volunteers
May 26, 2012Bob Schinkovec and the Washington County Extension Office have organized a 4-H Archery class for 4-H leaders needing to become instructors -
OMK Ready, Set, Go! Training - Pittsburgh
June 7, 2012Join us as we discuss how the face of military service has changed and the unique challenges before, during, and after deployment faced by our military families. We will explore military culture, the emotional cycle of deployment, return and reunion, and local and national programs/resources available. We will also examine the importance of and how to strengthen local support networks. This training is geared toward individuals with little or no knowledge of military.
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OMK Summer Splash
June 8-9, 2012Join OMK, in partnership with PA National Guard Child & Youth Program, for a summer splash party at Splash Lagoon in Erie, PA! Event kicks off on Friday evening with check-in at the Holiday Inn Express located next to Splash Lagoon, followed by an evening of activities. Lazer tag will be available on Friday evening for ages 5 and up. Friday night accommodations at Holiday Inn Express. Saturday will be a day full of family team building and fun at Splash Lagoon Water Park!
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State 4-H Poultry Judging Contest
June 15, 2012
