{"id":27694,"date":"2024-08-30T12:50:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T16:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/?p=27694"},"modified":"2024-08-30T12:50:15","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T16:50:15","slug":"start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/2024\/08\/30\/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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. Join us for two one-hour virtual sessions to help you with your decision. 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