4-H Youth

. . a informal, educational youth development program conducted by OSU Extension Service. 4-H helps youth grow & develop into positive citizens. Lifelong learning & life skill development are the keys to 4-H & developed through 4-H projects, activities, community service & leadership work. 4-H makes learning fun & interesting by promoting a "hands on" educational philosophy.

Adults are encouraged to be involved with youth in their community & make a difference in their lives. 4-H staff members & trained adult volunteers provide educational projects & activities in more than 50 project areas including Animal Science, Horticulture, Natural Science, Engineering, Expressive Arts, Home Economics, Citizenship & Leadership. In Douglas County, 1,200 4-H members & 400 volunteers participate each year.

Membership & Volunteer Leader Information
1. Click here for 4-H brochure (Grades 4 - 12)
2. Click here for Cloverbuds brochure (Grades K thru 3)
News & Events ***Newsletter "Doins" Current Issue***
1. 4-H Fall Fair - November 11, 2009 - Roseburg, OR
  - Classes are FULL for Grades K-3rd - Please call if you would like more information about our Cloverbud 4-H program for youth Grades K-3rd. Classes are still open for the Parent & Grades 4th thru 6th.
  - Parent Workshops
  - Grades 4th thru 6th
  - Both registration forms above
Calendars (including Project Deadlines)
Forms & Publications (now includes enrollment forms)
Articles for parents and children in our current time
1. Handling Tough Times, Tips for Parents and Families
2. Top Ten Things Kids Can Do in Economic Tough Times
County & State Fair Dates and Information
1. 4-H Fair Premium Book Section
2. Douglas County Open Fair Premium Book Section
4-H Youth Forestry Program
1. 4-H Youth Forestry Program Brochure
4-H Agent Research
Other Links

Contact us

Call us at 541-672-4461 or 1-800-883-7568 (in Douglas County)
E-mail
- 4-H Agent, Tracy Martz
- 4-H Education Program Assistant,
- 4-H Forestry Instructor, Jodi Smith
- 4-H Secretary, Laurie Miller