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 (you're in the right place!)
- If you’re interested in joining a club, pick a few that interest you to try out.
- Reach out to the 4-H Agent at (321) 633-1702. They can get you more information, answer your questions, and get you in touch with the Club Leader.
- After speaking to the 4-H Agent and deciding which club(s) you'd like to join, enroll as a 4-H member using our 4HOnline enrollment system. 4HOnline enrollment for the 2022-2023 4-H year will begin on August 1, 2022. All current youth members and adult volunteers will need to re-enroll in 4HOnline each year.
- The new program year officially begins September 1, 2022. 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 Events Calendar
2022-2023 Brevard County 4-H Events Calendar
4-H Community Clubs
North Brevard
4-H Life
Jennifer Hill - brevard4hlife@gmail.com
This is a general 4-H club, meaning that the members learn a variety of different skills while exploring various 4-H project areas. Youth in this club will learn about poultry, horses, gardening, cooking, leadership, and much more! The club meets monthly in the Titusville area.
Sharp Eye Shooters Archery
Jennifer Hill - brevard4hlife@gmail.com
This is primarily an archery club, but we also teach other shooting sports including traditional black powder rifles, small bore rifle and introductory shotgun sports. We meet twice a month at the Titusville Rifle and Pistol Club in Mims. Contact Ms. Jennifer before coming because exact times can change due to school schedules and weather conditions.
Island Dogs
Mary Boyken - 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
Outdoor Skills & Introductory Archery & Air Rifle Lessons
Gus Koerner - gkoerner@ufl.edu
Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa
Beginning in January 2023 - The Outdoor Skills club focuses on archery and shooting sports along with primitive skills such as knot tying, fire building, outdoor cooking, and more.
In addition, families who are new to archery and shooting sports can set up a one-on-one learning opportunity with Mr. Gus to learn fundamental steps to archery, range safety and air rifle, and to give children a taste of 4-H and 4-H shooting sports. It helps to build confidence, and families pick which 4-H shooting sports club to join. We meet weekly in the afternoons at the 4-H Archery Range and Outdoor Classroom by appointment only. The archery range is next door to the Extension Office at 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, FL 32926. All equipment is provided, age restrictions may apply. There is no fee, but after the first lesson children must enroll in 4-H.
Bug Club
Christos McDowell
Brevard County Extension Office, Cocoa
This 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.
South Brevard
Primitive Opossums Shooting & Outdoor Skills Club
Kristi Dailey - primitiveopossums@gmail.com
This club covers shooting sports disciplines such as archery, small bore rifle, shotgun and muzzleloaders as well as primitive and outdoor skills, wildlife ID, orienteering, hunting, and camping skills. We also teach Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) skills. The club meets at the Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club. Contact Ms. Kristi before coming because exact times can change due to school schedules and weather conditions.
Fantastic Farm
Tara Dorn - dorntara@yahoo.com
Wickham Park, Melbourne
This club is currently full, please contact Tara for more information or to be added to the waitlist.
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 chickens, ducks, geese and a vegetable garden. They meet on the second Sunday and last Saturday of every month at 9 AM.
Little Growers
Camille Hadley - littlegrowersinc@gmail.com
Little Growers is a gardening club that meets in Melbourne. Youth plan, plant, and harvest a garden and learn valuable life skills throughout the process!
County-Wide Clubs
4-H Horse & Farm LIFE
Kelly Moutsatsos - brevardpony@gmail.com
Meeting Location: Varies by month - check out their Facebook page for all the details
This county club welcomes 4-H members interested in all projects, from art and music to animals and gardening. They specialize in horses, chickens, and rabbits. This is a no animals needed club - children can participare in 4-H competitions without owning livestock. 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!
Space Coast Explorers
Vanessa Spero - vspero@ufl.edu
Each month the Space Coast Explorers meet at a different location around Brevard County to explore the natural world! Youth will learn about the environment, plants, and animals through exploration and hands on activities.
Horse Program Resources
Project Books
Junior Intermediate Horse Record Book PDF
Junior Intermediate Horse Record Book WORD
Project Forms
Standards for Excellence
Florida 4-H Awards & Recognition Information
Standards for Excellence Applications
Contests
Brevard 4-H Alternative Competition Report
Scholarships
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
2022-2023 Horse Program Guidelines Book
Additional Resources
Florida 4-H Horse Program General Information
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!
STEM Record Books
Cloverbud Blueberry Record Book
Cloverbud Poultry Project Book
*Horse Record Books can be found underneath Horse Program Resources.
Healthy Living Record Books
Citizenship & Leadership Record Books
4-H Fair Resources
Check back soon for 2023 resources!
4-H Fair Registration Form 2022
Purebred Poultry Rule Book 2022
Market Blueberry Rule Book 2022
Poultry Skillathon Study Guide - Health Care Management
Rabbit Skillathon Study Guide - Health Care Management
4-H Scholarships
Check out all of the Florida 4-H College Scholarship opportunities HERE!
Quick Links
Connect
Bryan O'Malley
4-H Agent
321.633.1702 ext. 52328
bomalley@ufl.edu
Gus Koerner
4-H Program Assistant
321.633.1702 ext. 52320
gkoerner@ufl.edu