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What are the 4-H stand for?
Head, Heart, Hands, and Health
Head, Heart, Hands, and Health are the four Hs in 4‑H, and they are the four values members work on through fun and engaging programs. The pledge is available in English and Spanish.
What does being in 4-H teach you?
Kids Build Life Skills Through Hands-On Learning Kids build life skills by leading hands-on projects in areas like science, health, agriculture and, civic engagement – helping them to grow confidence, independence, resilience, and compassion. Adult mentors provide a positive environment where they learn by doing.
What is a 4-H activity?
4‑H programs are grounded in the belief that kids learn best by doing. Kids and teens complete hands-on projects in areas like science, health, agriculture and civic engagement, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles.
What is the 4-H motto?
“To make the best better.”
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What are the benefits of 4-H?
Studies have shown that 4-H youth are four times more likely to contribute to their community and two times more likely to be civically engaged, participate in out-of-school science programs and make healthier choices.
Do you make money in 4-H?
There are several ways for 4-H Livestock youth to earn money with their projects: One of the most common ways is through livestock market and showmanship events. Youth can also earn premium money by submitting their project record books to be judged and by participating in livestock judging events.
What Animals Can you raise for 4-H?
Some common species used in 4-H are rabbit, cavies (guinea pigs), horse, dog, chickens, ducks and other poultry, cattle, goats, sheep, llamas, alpacas, and swine (pigs).
How do I start 4-H?
See What 4‑H Has to Offer: View your local 4‑H website or contact your local county Extension office for more details on programs and clubs in your area or volunteer information. Enroll in 4‑H with Your County: Contact your county Extension office to enroll youth in 4‑H or to become a 4‑H volunteer.
Is 4-H a religion?
The University of California and the 4-H Youth Development Program are public nonprofit institutions that cannot promote religious or political affiliations. The 4-H Youth Development Program is governed by Federal, state and local laws.
What is the first line of the 4-H motto?
“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, my community, my country, and my world.”
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Do cows cry at the slaughterhouse?
The slaughter process can be extremely stressful and scary for the cows it is possible for them to cry out of fear or stress. Slaughterhouses try to calm the cow before slaughtering as excessive stress hormones taint the beef and affect the flavor.
What was the theme of National 4-H Week?
Each year a national theme was designated around which the Week’s observation was focused. Along with the named theme… and usually a short paragraph giving the theme interpretation, there was also a national 4-H poster based on the theme, and often other supportive mementoes produced and distributed by the National 4-H Supply Service.
What do you need to know about 4 H?
Kids can concentrate on one focus area or they can try a variety of programs throughout their 4‑H experience. Regardless of the project area, all 4‑H programs include mentoring and career readiness as core elements.
What are some of the slogans for 4H?
4H Is On Fire! 4H Is Smoking Hot. 4H Is Your Ticket To Fun. 4H Showers You With Opportunities. 4H, It’s The Spice Of Life. 4-H…At Your Service. 4H…Your Palette For Life! Cock-A-Doodle-Doo 4H Is For You. Come And Grow With Us. Creating Leaders Since 1902. Get Carried Away 4H. Get Rooted In 4-H! Giving You The Stepping Stones To Success.
Who is the National 4 H development organization?
4-H.org is maintained by National 4-H Council. 4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA.