About Us
What is 4-H?
4-H is an informal, practical, learning-by-doing educational program for youth. The purpose of 4-H is to assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive members of society.
Professionals and volunteers working together provide educational projects and activities related to animal science, horticulture, home economics, engineering, natural science, expressive arts, leadership and citizenship.
4-H is America's largest out-of-school educational program for youth. More than 6 million youth now participate in 4-H, under the guidance of 600,000 Extension-trained adult volunteer leaders. It's estimated that nearly 40 million American adults are former 4-H members.
4-H in Oregon
4-H is the youth education program of the Oregon State University Extension Service. 4-H membership is available to all Oregon boys and girls in grades K through 12. Based on their grade level in school, youth are enrolled in 4-H in one of two ways. Youth in grades K-3 enroll through the 4-H Adventures Program. This program has been specifically designed to meet the developmental characteristics of young children, and emphasizes cooperative learning and participation rather than competition. Children in the 4-H Adventures program explore many topics rather than focusing on selected project areas. Youth in grades 4-12 enroll in 4-H by selecting projects or activities from the large number available to them. Not all 4-H participants join a club. Many participate in 4-H school enrichment or special-interest programs.
4-H Motto: "To Make the Best Better"
4-H Pledge
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
For more information and questions, please contact:
Crook County Extension Service, 541-447-6228
Office Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday
498 S.E. Lynn Blvd.
Prineville, OR 97554
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