4-H Youth Development

What is 4-H?

The mission of Georgia 4-H is to assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills, and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society. This mission is accomplished through "hands on" learning experiences, focused on agricultural and environmental issues, agriculture awareness, leadership, communication skills, food and nutrition, health, energy conservation, and citizenship. Athens-Clarke County offers a variety of programs including in-school meetings, competitive events including project achievement and judging teams, community service projects, and summer 4-H camp.

Please contact 4-H Extension Agent Elizabeth Conway for answers to your questions.

4-H Handbook

Who can join 4-H and how can I join?

Any youth ages 9-18 are eligible to join 4-H. All students in the 5th grade will join 4-H at the beginning of the school year. Youth in grades 6-12 will also be given the opportunity to join 4-H during the first club day of each year. Other eligible youth may contact the Athens-Clarke County 4-H office to receive enrollment information.