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Putnam County 4-H Youth Development

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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. I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service, and my health to better living for my club, community, country, and world.


Young 4-H Girl holding a 4-H Jacket over her shoulder at Ravine Gardens

About 4-H

Developing all youth to reach their fullest potential through life-skill development, project work, and school enrichment with learning by doing- hands-on learning opportunities.

 

Picture of 4-H Kit items arranged on asphalt4-H Enrollment, Forms, & Resources

The 4-H Online Enrollment System keeps track of all youth and volunteers involved with the 4-H program. All youth ages 5-18 years old are encouraged to join today! Click here to learn about the Putnam County 4-H Enrollment process. Need record books and other information? Click the link to find more resources.

4-H Youth carrying a basket and planting potatoes in a field, zoomed in

4-H Volunteers

Putnam 4-H relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its mission to help youth gain the knowledge and life skills they need to be productive, responsible citizens. Your time as a volunteer will provide these youth with the safe environment they need to pursue whatever interests, causes, and leadership roles that are most important to them.

4-H Youth kayaking at Camp Ocala

4-H Events and Camps

By providing physical, mental, social, and emotional growth opportunities, 4-H events give members positive, meaningful experiences. 4-H events are hosted at the county, district, state, and national levels. 

Young girl planting lettuce seeds in school garden

School Enrichment

4-H School Enrichment is a partnership between the University of Florida/IFAS Extension Service and a school district to provide educational content in various subject areas. We value our relationship with the schools and welcome the opportunity to provide research-based curricula, training, and in-class programs for classrooms.

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Putnam 4-H Clubs

Clubs are the foundation of 4-H. A 4-H club is a group of five or more youth guided by adult volunteers and has a planned program that is ongoing throughout the 4-H year. Check out this page to find out more about the Putnam County 4-H club program.