4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development offers youth hands-on educational experiences that foster real-world skills, curiosity, and leadership. Guided by our core values of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, 4-H focuses on STEM, agriculture, healthy living, and civic engagement, providing a safe, fun environment for youth to explore their interests and find their spark.

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NC 4-H

Learn about what the youth of 4-H are doing at a state level.

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4-H Online 2.0

4-H Online 2.0 is a web-based system used to enroll youth members and adult volunteers in the North Carolina 4-H Youth Development Program

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4-H Camps

To register for camp or learn about educational field trips check out our Camps and Centers website or talk to your 4-H agent.

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News

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Dr. Jim Clark stands with Governor Josh Stein during his induction into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine at the governor’s mansion.
Jim Clark Inducted Into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Published - March 20, 2026

NC State Day of Giving 03.25.26: Make Your Mark
Make Your Mark for 4-H on NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 11, 2026

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NC 4-H Camps Are HIRING!

Published - February 20, 2026

hort camp is july 5-10
2026 Horticulture Camp Applications Are Open!

Published - February 4, 2026

Logo reading "Character at CAMP" with green swirl graphic and "By the American Camp Association" tagline
NC 4-H Camps Are Awarded Character at Camp Grant!

Published - January 30, 2026

4-H Electric Workshop. Build, Learn, Power Up - Sparks Fly Here!
4-H Electric Workshop

Published - January 29, 2026

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NC 4-H Camps Are Hiring for Summer 2026!

Published - January 20, 2026

kid holding carrots
Regional Farm to School Workshops

Published - January 14, 2026

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