4-H

4-H is the largest youth development organization in Michigan, with nearly 200,000 youth between the ages of 5 and 19 participating. Because Michigan 4-H is part of MSU Extension, the activities your kids participate in are all backed by and based on child development research. We use experiential (i.e. hands-on) learning and time spent intentionally thinking about what’s been learned to make it a meaningful experience, with skills and ideas learned that last a lifetime.

It’s a fact: kids who participate in 4-H get better grades, are more likely to go to college, are less likely to use drugs, cigarettes or alcohol, and are more likely to give back to their communities.

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• Teens and young adult leaders are key to the climate change challenge- Part 5

  June 18, 2013 | Brian Wibby | Youth have an important leadership role to play in advancing solution based public policies and effective societal responses to a changing climate system.

• Equine farm safety training: Improving safety for youth working on horse farms

  June 13, 2013 | Christine Skelly | “Horse Sense" youth equine farm safety course now available – expand your knowledge of horse safety practices by taking this free online course.

• Summertime campfire fun and safety

  June 12, 2013 | Jodi Schulz | Do you think of gardens, grilling and campfires when you hear the word “summer?” Anyone can partake in a campfire whether it is in your backyard or at a campground. Stay safe in the process of building the perfect fire.

• Teens and young adult leaders are key to the climate change challenge- Part 4

  June 11, 2013 | Brian Wibby | Youth have an important leadership role to play in advancing solution based public policies and effective societal responses to a changing climate system.

• Science at the campfire: The science of roasting marshmallows!

  June 10, 2013 | Taylor Fabus | Add a little science education into your summer evening campfire discussion!

• Teens and young adult leaders are key to the climate change challenge- Part 3

  June 7, 2013 | Brian Wibby | Youth have an important leadership role to play in advancing solution based public policies and effective societal responses to a changing climate system.

• Science education activities: Summer time

  June 4, 2013 | Jan Brinn | When youth are on summer break, there are many opportunities to learn about science with quick learning activities that are fun and educational.

• Science ideas for young children Part 10 – Wild wacky water critters

  June 4, 2013 | Darren Bagley | Teach young children about science by playing in the river! The critters in a creek, pond or lake can give you an idea about how clean or polluted the water is.

• Creating a strong purpose creates a strong committee

  June 3, 2013 | Roxanne Turner | Be successful when training youth to work with their dogs by following this eight week course outline.

• Youth role in decision-making: Benefits to adults, organizations and communities

  May 31, 2013 | Jackelyn Martin | Youth-adult partnerships provide opportunities for youth to develop life skills and many benefits to adults, organizations, and communities.

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