How to Join 4-H

YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN 4-H ONLINE TO PARTICIPATE IN 4-H ACTIVITIES!

If you plan to participate in 4-H this year, you must enroll/re-enroll in 4-H Online. Your 4-H Online profile shares what clubs/projects your child is in (and lets them sign up for things in the future), as well as health information, your agreements, and family information. All of which is required for them to participate in activities.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension and 4-H have prepared a number of links to help you get started, or to re-enroll (January of last year was a very long time ago!). First time families looking to join 4-H, helpful tips and tricks, and even a little reminder for those re-enrollment needs.

Still Confused? Try our quick start guide for general interest, or "Members at Large". This is a great option if you're not sure your youth wants to participate in a club, but you know you want to take advantage of the wonderful things 4-H has to offer! Members at Large/General Interest Quick Start Guide

All sorts of fun happen at 4-H! Youth aged 5-18 as of January 1st are eligible to enroll and participate.

Older than 18? Consider volunteering! Check our our volunteer page for more details.

Enrollment for cooking nights so we know about food allergens, limitations, and if there are any birthdays to be celebrated!

A young child cooks a vegetable stir fry in a 4-H apron

Compete in competitions like W.H.E.P (Wildlife Habitat Education Program), organize fun trips for wildlife or exotic animals, and even get a chance to meet some real life wildlife resources staff! This also is a great way to make sure you're ahead of the curve for Camp!

4-H outdoor club. Children interact with a preserved turkey wing while learning from a wildlife expert.

Youth Livestock club is a great way to encourage kids to come out and learn about animal rearing, handling, and management! Led by Jackson County's Livestock Agent Kendra Fortner.

youth livestock group photo. 12 youth stand with their show sheep.