{"id":15301,"date":"2025-09-25T10:58:28","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T14:58:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/washington\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=15301"},"modified":"2025-09-25T10:58:28","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T14:58:28","slug":"start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-4","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/washington\/event\/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cStart Your 4-H Volunteer Journey\u201d will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H program, including key aspects of positive youth development and opportunities to help youth as a volunteer. The one-hour virtual sessions will also outline the application process for anyone interested in getting involved.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">4-H is a positive youth development program that empowers youth to \u201cfind their spark\u201d and thrive. Volunteers play key roles in these experiences, making a difference by helping youth explore and discover the skills they need to lead successful and fulfilling lives. Adults interested in starting a 4-H club, sharing expertise and passion through shorter programs that last a few hours or a few weeks, or assisting with local county 4-H events are encouraged to attend.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The informational sessions are free; registration is required on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758896051923000&amp;usg=AOvVaw18IB8KJB_DZRLlUuFnbJiD\">the program webpage<\/a>. 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