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Humboldt County 4-H Program

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program engages youth in reaching their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development. UC Cooperative Extension is responsible for administering the Humboldt County 4-H program.

Enroll in 4-H

Visit our 4-H Enrollment page to learn more about enrolling youth in 4-H. The 4-H Volunteer Opportunities page will lead you to what to do if you're a new 4-H adult volunteer or a returning 4-H adult volunteer.

Humboldt County 4-H Clubs and Projects

See the list of Humboldt 4-H Clubs and the projects that each club offers.

Yearly 4-H Events in Humboldt County

What events does 4-H hold each year in our county? Check out the Yearly 4-H Events page!

Humboldt County 4-H Management Team

4-H in California has a collaborative leadership structure where youth, volunteers, and 4-H professional staff work together to guide local 4-H programming. It is a crucial contributor to the success of the 4-H Youth Development Program. Would you or your child like to be part of this important group and help shape 4-H in Humboldt? Find out more on the Humboldt County 4-H Management Team page or call our office.

 

Humboldt County 4-H News, Updates, and Club Reports

4-H events, activities, updates and more happening in Humboldt County and beyond!

Save the Date - Shooting Sports Instructor Meeting

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ALL Shooting Sports InstructorsSave the Date

April 11-12, 2026 

5 Dogs Range - Bakersfield, CA 

9 AM - 5 PM Saturday - 9 AM - 1 PM Sunday

Please plan on attending one of these REQUIRED meetings. To remain in compliance with National 4-H Shooting Sports minimum standards which we have adopted in California, 4-H Shooting Sports instructors must be recertified every 5 years.

More information will be sent soon, including registration and lodging options. There will be a $40 registration fee charged to cover range fees, supplies, snacks, drinks, and lunch on both days. We suggest checking with your club and county to help with covering the cost of your travel, lodging and incidentals that you incur. 

Meeting Topics

  1. Fundraising and fund development to support your projects
  2. UC and 4-H Risk Management updates
  3. Integrating STEM activities in your shooting sports projects
  4. 4-H Shooting Sports policies, minimum standards, and training
  5. Stop the Bleed certification
  6. Discussing the hard stuff: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
  7. Range time and breakout sessions with instructors by discipline
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Save the Date for 4-H Summer Camp 2026!

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Mark your calendars the North Coast 4-H Camp is back: Camp Island Blue! 

4-H Members, 9-18 years old are invited to join us, July 7th-11th at a tropical themed 4-H Camp in Maple Creek, CA. At 4-H Camp youth will be able to participate in arts & crafts, swimming, skits, dancing, and more. Camp registration is expected to open in March and close is May. The link to registration will be shared once it is available. We hope to see you there!

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Hydesville 4-H Community Club Monthly Report - January 2025

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Hydesville 4H Community Club Monthly Report - January
"January was a busy month for Hydesville 4-H with a lot of fun, hands-on activities. We started off the month with a fun club meeting where we all participated in an interactive game to win prizes. Then the fun and learning continued at our various group meetings. From slime making, to cookie baking, pig castrating, pig processing and learning how to choose good market animals, all of our groups learned a lot and are looking forward to the rest of 2026!"
Reese M., Club Reporter
 
4-H youth and leader around a table filled with slime-making supplies
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4-H Policy Update

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4-H Policy Resource Update

The 2025-2026 4-H Youth Code of Conduct, the Parent, Legal Guardian, Adult Participant Code of Conduct and the 4-H Adult Volunteer Code of Conduct have been revised. The documents have been revised to expand expectations for respectful conduct, conflict resolution, to align to University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Principles of Community, and further clarify prohibited behaviors in the program for the safety of all while participating in California 4-H. The revised documents are to be used going forward during the 2025-2026 4-H program year. 

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4-H Youth In Action

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Youth in Action Applications Now Open
Applications are open until April 13, 2026
 
The 4 H Youth in Action (YIA) program celebrates young people who are creating real change in their communities. This national program amplifies the stories and leadership of 4 H youth, showcasing how 4 H has shaped their lives and equipped them to impact others.
 
All YIA program applicants receive media, interview and storytelling training. They are also added to the national 4-H story database, providing national opportunities to share their 4-H story.
 
Four award winners will receive a $5,000 scholarship for higher education or other advanced learning opportunities. They also receive a year of personal professional and media development, with national opportunities as a spokesperson and thought leader.
 
Learn more about the Youth in Action Program and how to apply! 
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