4-H Youth

The UF/IFAS Extension 4-H Youth Development Program uses a learn-by-doing approach to help youth gain the knowledge and skills they need to be responsible, productive citizens. This mission is accomplished by creating safe and inclusive learning environments, involving caring adults, and utilizing the expertise and resources of the University of Florida and the nationwide land grant university system.

JOIN 4-H

So you’re interested in joining 4-H? We offer a variety of youth programming, including community clubs, afterschool programming, in-school enrichment, short-term special interest (SPIN) clubs, camps, and more. Follow the below steps to learn how to get involved in Brevard County 4-H.

Check out your local clubs, camps, and events on the Brevard County 4-H website.
If you’re interested in joining a club, pick a few that interest you to try out. Your 4-H Agent can get you in touch with the Club Leader, and they’ll let you know when and where their next meeting is.
When you know which club(s) you’d like to join, enroll as a 4-H Member at 4HOnline.com. 4HOnline Enrollment for the 2019-2020 4-H year will begin August 20, 2019. All current youth members and adult volunteers will need to re-enroll in 4HOnline each year. The new program year officially begins September 1, 2019. Please note that the Brevard County 4-H Program has a $25 annual membership fee for Community Club Members ages 8-18. This fee can be paid by following the instructions when registering in 4HOnline.
Prepare to meet new friends, learn new things, and have a great time!
Don’t forget to check out other 4-H opportunities like camps, special events, and competitions!

4-H Community Clubs

North Brevard

4-H Life Club

Jennifer Hill - brevard4hlife@gmail.com

Wuesthoff Nature Center, Titusville

This is a general 4-H club that meets on the third Monday of every month. The members learn about everything from gardening, sewing, and cooking to horses, sheep, and poultry.

Sharp Eye Shooters/Primitive Opossums

Jennifer Hill & Kristi Dailey - brevard4hlife@gmail.com & thehomeschoolbus@aol.com

This is an archery and wildlife club that meets on Saturdays in north Brevard.

Island Dogs

Mary Boyken & Sarah Cox - 4hislanddogs@gmail.com

Manatee Cove 4-H Equestrian Arena, Merritt Island

The Island Dogs are a youth-led club that focuses on learning about dog breeds, dog training, and responsible dog ownership. The club plans and participates in community events. The club holds monthly meetings and weekly dog training on Sundays at 3 PM. Dog ownership is not required to participate.

Central Brevard

Makers Club

Keith Newman - keith.newman@ufl.edu

Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa

The 4-H Makers Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 5-7 PM. The club provides opportunities for youth to develop confidence, creativity, and interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math through creating and tinkering. In this club, youth will learn 3-D Printing, coding, and much more. Some of the projects they complete can be entered in local to national competitions (e.g., Seaperch and EnergyWhiz). Overall, the focus will be on learning through hands-on making and tinkering.

Blazing Reins

Christina Langille

Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa

Blazing Reins is a 4-H horse club that focuses on teaching life skills to youth through their passion for horses. Youth will participate in fun hands on activities at club meetings. Please note that 4-H horse clubs are NOT riding clubs.

Bug Club

Andrea Lazzari - a.lazzari11@ufl.edu

Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa

This SPIN club provides youth with opportunities to learn the world of insects, including insect identification, anatomy and physiology, and more. Members will also have the opportunity to create their own insect collection and compete at the Florida 4-H Insectathon competition in January.

Space Coast Sound Waves

Kelly Moutsatsos - brevardpony@gmail.com

Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa

This is a 4-H music club that meets every Monday evening from 5:30-8:30. Instruments are required.

South Brevard

4-H Horse & Farm Life

Kelly Moutsatsos - brevardpony@gmail.com

The Captain's House (1300 Bianca Drive NE), Palm Bay

This club welcomes 4-H members interested in all projects, from art and music to animals and gardening. They specialize in horses, chickens, goats, and rabbits. The club meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6 PM. Check out their Facebook page, 4H Horse & Farm LIFE Club, text/call 321-604-5299, or email brevardpony@gmail.com for all of the latest information!

Fantastic Farm 4-H Club

Erika Maier - rogerika@earthlink.net

Wickham Park, Melbourne

This is a poultry club specializing in critical and endangered breeds of chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese. The members run a small farm that houses over 100 birds, 3 goats, and a vegetable garden. They meet on the second Sunday and last Saturday of every month at 9 AM.

Pony Tails

Kathleen Lee - kathleen.lee@earthlink.net

This is a horse club that meets in the southern portion of the county. Please note that 4-H horse clubs are NOT riding clubs.

South Brevard Aggies

Kristin White

The South Brevard Aggies is an agricultural animal show club. All of the members own and raise their own animals. They currently have members raising chickens and rabbits. They meet one Wednesday per month.

FIT 4 Life

Tara Dorn - dorntara@yahoo.com

Wickham Park, Melbourne

Come learn all about healthy lifestyles and get moving with your family! This family oriented club builds life-long skills and healthy habits through fun physical activities, games, and challenges. The club also participates in various healthy living events in the communtiy. This club meets on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 6 PM.

Upcoming Events

2019-2020 Brevard County 4-H Events Calendar

September 26	Annual Volunteer Training
October 9-20	Tractor Supply Fall Paper Clover Campaign
December 10	4-H Holiday Party
January 3	Horse ID & Lease Paperwork Due
January 25	Florida 4-H Insectathon Competition
March 4	County Events
March 7	4-H Family 5K Fun Run
April 3-4	4-H Fair & Market Poultry Auction

Horse Program Resources

Project Books

Junior Intermediate Horse Record Book PDF

Junior Intermediate Horse Record Book WORD

Senior Horse Project Book PDF

Senior Horse Project Book WORD

NEW Senior Horse Project Book PDF - do NOT use if applying for State Horsemanship Scholarship

NEW Senior Horse Project Book WORD - do NOT use if applying for State Horsemanship Scholarship

Love a Horse Activity Book

Mini Horsemanship Level 1

Mini Horsemanship Level 2

Horse Competitive Events

Besides horse shows, 4-H horse program members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of other competitive teams and events. These include horse judging, Hippology, quiz bowl, horsemanship school, and more. For more information on any of these opportunities, visit the Florida 4-H Youth Horse Events website.

Operating Procedures

2019 Horse Program Guidelines Book

Quick Horse Guide

Additional Resources

Florida 4-H Horse Program General Information

Bit Rules and Examples

Show Ring Etiquette

Horse Show Class Descriptions

Horse Show Management Guidelines

4-H Record Books

Record (or project) books help you to keep organized and detailed information about your 4-H project(s) each year. They are a record of everything you have done and learned each year in your project. You should aim to complete at least one project book each 4-H year. Make sure to keep old record books, as they come in handy when you are applying for scholarships and awards as a senior 4-H member!