4-H Youth, Teen and Leadership Programs

4-H stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health. The basic philosophy behind the 4-H is that informal education can be a valued addition to a young person's learning processes. These programs are developed cooperatively in partnership the the US Department of Agriculture, UVM Extension and other land-grant colleges across the country and local communities. 4-H teaches youth leadership citizenship and life skills.

Vermont 4-H serves all 14 counties and offers projects in many areas including livestock, veterinary science, technology, engineering, food and nutrtion, gardening, sewing, arts and crafts, photography, shooting sports, archery, and more.

UVM Extension offers a plethora of opportunities for Vermont youths. Consider some of these programs for ways to get involved, meet new people and families, learn more about a particular topic or embrace an opportunity to better yourself: 

Non 4-H Club Programs: 

• 4-H Science
• Military Kids Vermont
• Teen & Leadership
• VT Youth Agriculture IDA
• Youth Agriculture Project
• Youth Farm Safety