4-H FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES

• What is 4-H?

  4‑H Club Basics

  4‑H is open to youth ages 5–18. Members build their skills and talents by taking part in club activities, projects, events, and many other experiences throughout the 4‑H year. Kids can join 4‑H through school clubs, community clubs, special‑interest groups, after‑school programs, camps, and more. While many activities are similar across Florida, each county offers its own unique programs.

  How Do Clubs Participate?

  Clubs take part in a variety of activities, including:

  • Project work

  • Business meetings

  • Community service

  • Special‑interest programs

  • Educational, recreational, and social activities

  Each club plans its own schedule based on member interests and availability. Clubs may also join county or district events.

  Where Do Clubs Meet?

  Meeting times depend on the type of club:

  • School clubs meet once a month for 30 minutes to an hour during the school year.

  • Community clubs, special‑interest groups, and after‑school programs meet for one to two hours after school, in the evening, or on weekends.

  Some clubs meet weekly, while others meet once or twice a month. Each club sets a regular meeting time so families can plan ahead.

  What Should I Consider When Joining a Club?

  Osceola County has more than 20 clubs in different areas, giving families several options to choose from. When selecting a club, consider:

  • The ages of the members

  • The project areas the club focuses on

  • Your child’s interests

  • The club’s meeting location and schedule

  A list of current clubs is available from our office.

• How to Join or Re‑Join 4‑H

  Steps for a Successful 4‑H Enrollment

  1. Contact the Club Leader
  Email the 4‑H Club Leader to ask about space in the club, the projects they plan to do, and when and where the club meets.

  2. For Youth Ages 8–18 (as of September 1, 2025)
  Complete the online enrollment in 4‑H Online. This includes paying the $25 membership fee. Membership is not fully active until the fee is received. You can also pay by check or money order using the Youth Member 4-H Payment Form.

  3. For Youth Ages 5–7 (as of September 1, 2025) Complete the online enrollment in 4‑H Online. This includes paying the $15 membership fee. Membership becomes active once the fee is received. You can also pay by check or money order using the Cloverbud 4-H Payment Form.

  4. Start Participating Attend club meetings, make new friends, and learn new things!

• Resources for Current 4‑H Members

  OSCEOLA COUNTY 4-H PROJECT RESOURCES: 4-H Projects: FAQs
  

  2025-2026 List of Project Books - for current 4-H members

  2025-2026 JR-INT-SR Project Report Summary - for current 4-H members ages 8-18

  Cloverbud Project List- for current 4-H members ages 5-7

  Cloverbud Project Report Summary - for current 4-H members ages 5-7

  Florida 4-H Secretary Record Book - for 4-H club secretary

  Florida 4-H Treasurer's Manual - for 4-H club treasurer

  COUNTY, REGION, AND STATE FAIR RESOURCES

  Osceola County Fair: Youth Involvement at the Osceola County Fair

  Central Florida Fair 

  Florida State Fair

  POULTRY RESOURCES

  2025-2026 Poultry Supplement Record Book

  Junior Auction Poultry Hen Record Book: 2025-2026

  Intermediate Auction Poultry Hen Record Book: 2025-2026

  Senior Auction Poultry Hen Record Book: 2025-2026

  BLUEBERRY RESOURCES

  Blueberry Cloverbud Record Book

  Blueberry Record Book

  CITRUS TREE RESOURCES
  

  Citrus Tree Record Book

  Citrus Tree Cloverbud Record Book

  UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center: Production Guide

  Citrus Diseases/Pests/Deficiencies Presentation

  Florida Citrus Activity Book

  Citrus Diseases and Pests Study Guide

  Citrus ID Guide - Citrus Greening

  Citrus ID Guide - Fungal Diseases

  Citrus ID Guide - Phytophthora Related Diseases

  FLORIDA 4-H RESOURCES

  Florida 4-H

  Events

  Projects

  4H Online

• 4-H Camps

  Florida’s three UF/IFAS Extension 4‑H Camps are open all year and offer many ways for guests to enjoy camp. During the summer, all Florida 4‑H Camps run overnight and day camp programs for youth. Kids can attend even if they are not 4‑H members. The camps also rent their facilities to 4‑H groups and other local or state organizations for meetings, retreats, and field trips. For more information, visit: Florida 4-H Camps using this link https://florida4h.ifas.ufl.edu/camps/.