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WHO
Youth ages 5-18. Kids ages 5-7, can participate in Cloverbuds – an introductory 4-H program.
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COMMITTMENT
4-H is year-round. Enrollment begins in October. Youth work on projects and learn valuable skills through June. In July, members can exhibit projects at the Arapahoe County Fair. Exhibiting/competing at Fair is optional unless interested in competing at the Colorado State Fair.
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ACTIVITIES
Members attend monthly club meetings, complete community service, work on projects, and participate in social and/or educational events hosted by clubs or the County Extension office.
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BENEFITS
4-H is FUN! Members make new friends, experience new things, participate in leadership roles and learn hands-on skills through projects like cake decorating, shooting sports, dog agility, and much more!
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COST
Annual dues are $50 for ages 8-18, and $40 for ages 5-7. Members are responsible for project supply costs.
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GET STARTED
Find a club to join and enroll. Contact club leaders for more information about available projects and the ages of members. Ask to try out a meeting as a guest. For more assistance, contact Arapahoe County Extension staff to guide you through the process.