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4-H Youth Development enjoys a rich history in Washington County. From the Washington County Ag Expo Fair to after-school enrichment programs, 4-H is an integral part of Washington County. The faculty, staff, and volunteers of the Washington County 4-H Youth Development Program dedicate many hours to the enrichment of Washington County's youth.
4-H is the youth development program of Maryland Cooperative Extension. 4-H teaches youth valuable life skills through an informal, hands-on education. Youth participate in workshops, field trips, camps, fairs, and club meetings to gain knowledge in their specific area of interest. Public speaking, personal responsibility, and other valuable life skills are emphasized in all project areas. 4-Hers can earn trips, scholarships, and more through 4-H.
Washington County 4-H Youth Development offers opportunities through many different programs such as 4-H Resident Camp, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), Adventures in Agriculture Day Camp, School Enrichment Programs, and partnering with after-school programming. These programs broaden the experiences of youth and help to develop responsible, productive citizens.
4-H is only possible with the help of hundreds of volunteers. club leaders, project leaders, contest coordinators, teachers and childcare providers. People who want to make a difference, share their knowledge, and love working with children make the best teachers for our children.
If you are interested in 4-H or would like to become a 4-H volunteer, contact the Washington County 4-H Office at 301-791-1404 or e-mail Beth Nichols at bnichols@umd.edu or Shannon Sturtz at ssturtz@umd.edu.
For more information, contact Beth Nichols
Last updated: 06/12/2008
Shooting Sports Team
Maryland sent two 4-H teams to compete at the 4-H National Shooting Sports Invitational that was held in Grand Island, Nebraska on June 22 – 26. One team competed in Compound Archery and one team in Shotgun - posted Jul 25, 2008
Save the Date! Annual 4-H Individual Extension Plan (IEP) Workshop
The annual 4-H Individual Extension Plan (IEP) workshop will be held at the Maryland 4-H Center and via Centra on Wednesday, September 24 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - posted Jul 25, 2008
State Fair Entry Deadline!
Please remind 4-H exhibitors that the opportunity to submit on-line entries for the 2008 Maryland State Fair closes on August 1 at 11:59pm. Late entries must be made by contacting the State Fair Office at 410-252-0200, ext.231. Late entry fees of $10/head will apply. Late entries will be taken August 2 through August 15. The late entry option only applies to animal exhibits.
- posted Jul 25, 2008