Youth Development

Introduction Supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of youth is a priority of the 4-H positive youth development program. In fact, each of the four Hs (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health) relate to mental wellbeing. Our head is the place where we think, have emotions, and make decisions. Our heart is…

Director of the Nutrition Policy Institute, Hannah Thompson, will present alongside colleagues from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg American Health Initiative, Erin Hager and Rachel Deitch, in an upcoming webinar through the National Collaborative on Childhood Obesity Research, or NCCOR, Connect &…

A new study reports that an astounding 75% of U.S. women of reproductive age do not meet activity guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Researchers analyzed the most recent data from the National Health Interview Survey, following nearly 11,000 female respondents aged 18 to…

ALL Shooting Sports Instructors - Save the DateApril 11-12, 2026 5 Dogs Range - Bakersfield, CA 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday - 9 AM - 1 PM SundayPlease plan on attending one of these REQUIRED meetings. To remain in compliance with National 4-H Shooting Sports minimum standards which we have…

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…

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…

Youth in Action Applications Now OpenApplications 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…