University of Maine Cooperative Extension conducts the state’s most successful out-of-school youth educational program through 4-H

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H logoFor more than a century, 4-H has been a leader in high-quality youth development. 4-H provides hands-on educational and leadership programs for nearly 30,000 youth in Maine. 4-H emphasizes the importance of building the life skills needed to be successful adults.


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4-H Camps

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H camps are for everyone! All sites offer off-site adventure trips, year-round school programs, custom programs, and programs for adults.

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4-H Public Speaking

An Overview and Photo Gallery: 2022 Maine 4-H State Public Speaking Tournament

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Maine 4-H Virtual Learning Hub

Learn all about 4-H’s virtual event offerings; which virtual event registrations are open; how to become a volunteer presenter; and read the youth, parent and volunteer presenter testimonials from recent virtual event offerings.

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Youth

Find out what you can do in 4-H!

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Learn More About 4-H in Your County!

Who are the 4-H county contact people in your county? Is there a 4-H newsletter published locally? A Facebook group? What clubs operate in near you? Click the image above to find out more about your county’s 4-H.

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STEM Toolkits for Teachers

Experiential learning opportunities for youth in Maine

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Volunteers

Join Maine’s team of more than 2,000 4-H volunteers!

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4-H Volunteer Training Opportunities

Maine 4-H is offering a variety of workshops and training opportunities for our 4-H volunteers at no cost! Some are virtual, some are in-person- choose one, choose a few- it’s all up to you! These interactive sessions will give you a chance to learn something new and connect with other 4-H volunteers.

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Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Trainings

Thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer? We are looking for people to help youth find their spark and thrive! We offer lots of ways to be involved depending on your time and interests.


 

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Maine 4-H Offers a Wide Variety of Programs and Projects in These Categories:

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Youth Community Action (Citizenship and Leadership)

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (including a wide variety of Animal Science Programs)

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Healthy Lifestyles

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Entrepreneurship

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4-H Camps

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Earth Connections and Sustainable Living

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Video: The 4-H Pledge, Motto, and Slogan (YouTube)