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4-H is the youth development education program of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Programs are available in all 16 counties in Maine. 4-H is the largest youth organization in the world. Although 4-H had its beginnings in rural America, 4-H now reaches youth audiences and adult volunteers from urban areas and suburban communities, as well as from rural farm and non-farm settings.
Who can
join 4-H?
What do
4-H'ers do? Citizenship & Civic Education Communications & Expressive Arts Consumer & Family Finances Environmental Education Healthy Lifestyle Nutrition Personal Development & Leadership Plant & Animal Science Science & Technology How much does it cost to be in 4-H? Almost all of the cost to participate is provided by federal, state and county tax dollars. In addition, 4-H Youth Development programs receive additional funding from The Pine Tree State 4-H Foundation, and other foundations, organizations and agencies. A variety of fundraising activities also provide financial support. How are programs delivered? In addition to clubs, youth can participate in special-interest groups, overnight camping, day camps, school enrichment, after-school programs, and as individuals. Do parents or guardians have to become 4-H leaders? Parents or guardians don’t have to become 4-H leaders, but the more they are involved the more the youth will benefit. How can parents or guardians become involved? Chaperone Provide transportation, or simply go with a youth group to a special event or activity. Project Advisor Share your skills, talents and special interests in a single project area, such as photography, horses, dogs, rabbits, community service, computers – whatever is best for you. Community Club Advisor Advise a diverse group of 4-H members, usually in one geographic area an enrolled in a variety of projects Short-Term Volunteer Teach a special interest program or assist a 4-H group with a special project. Do I have to have children to be a 4-H leader? No. 4-H volunteer leaders simply need to enjoy spending time with children and youth, and be willing to help them learn and develop. What does 4-H do to ensure the safety of children and youth? 4-H Youth Development has a volunteer screening policy. Check with your County Extension office for more details about this process. In addition, policies and procedures have been developed to ensure that 4-H programs take place in a positive and safe environment. Do I have to know a lot about a subject to be a leader? No. Volunteer leaders solicit help from other volunteers. In addition, volunteer leaders can attend training to help them feel more comfortable and knowledgeable in specific areas. The 4-H’s Target Life Skills Head Planning & Organizing Problem Solving & Decision Making Heart Communication & Cooperation Showing Concern for Others Hands Community Service & Volunteering With Others Health Stress Management & Disease Prevention Character Education For more information, contact your county office. Androscoggin/Sagadahoc 1-800-287-1458 Aroostook (Fort Kent) 1-800-287-1421 Aroostook (Presque Isle) 1-800-287-1462 Aroostook (Houlton) 1-800-287-1469 Cumberland 1-800-287-1471 Franklin 1-800-287-1478 Hancock 1-800-287-1479 Kennebec 1-800-287-1481 Knox/Lincoln 1-800-287-2104 Oxford 1-800-287-1482 Penobscot 1-800-287-1485 Piscataquis 1-800-287-1491 Somerset 1-800-287-1495 Waldo 1-800-287-1426 Washington 1-800-287-1542 York 1-800-287-1535
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