Enrollment Period for 4-H Youth Program Underway

(BUTLER, MO – August 22, 2013)  - Open enrollment for 4-H clubs in west central Missouri is underway now and runs to November 1, 2013.

 

As the largest out-of-school youth organization in the world, 4-H is open to all boys and girls, ages 5 to18. Children who are five to seven years old (as of Jan.1, 2014) are eligible for 4-H Clover Kids, an introductory program. 

 

Youths who are 8 to 18 years of age (as of Jan.1, 2014) can select from a variety of 4-H projects and activities that stress social and life skills in areas such as decision making, communication, social interaction, civic responsibility and physical skills.

 

“You do not have to live on a farm to join 4-H,” said Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Development Specialist with University of Missouri Extension.  “Project opportunities include computers, robotics, foods and nutrition, horticulture, large and small animals and much more.”

 

Missouri 4-H is University of Missouri Extension's youth development program. The program is designed to help create opportunities for young people to be valued, contributing members of their community.

 

To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online to http://mo4h.missouri.edu or visit the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center.

 

For information on enrolling with an existing club, becoming a volunteer or starting a new 4-H club in Bates County, contact Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Specialist, phone: 660-679-4167, email:  mundeya@missouri.edu.