Join the Fun...Gage County 4-H!
We are happy to give you an overview of the opportunities and lifetime benefits available to help your family have an incredible experience in 4-H.
Gage County 4-H Our Mission:
"Develop and provide relevant & engaging educational experiences in partnership with volunteers & community members to promote Positive Youth Development."
4-H began in the early 1900's as Corn Clubs for boys and Canning Clubs for girls. Although the program has changed a lot through the years, it has always been a program designed to help children become productive members of their communities.
4-H is a national organization delivered by Cooperative Extension–a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Kids experience 4-H in every county and parish in the country.
Nebraska 4-H prepares young people for successful futures. Educational programs place a strong emphasis on life skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, social skills, communication, responsibility, citizenship, and leadership.

4-H Clubs
The flagship of 4-H is the traditional club program where youth receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on leadership roles. Clubs have regular meetings and most clubs work on a variety of projects together. Independent members learn at their own pace with their family.
2025 Club Listing

4-H at Fair
Most 4-H youth choose to showcase their completed 4-H projects at fair. Only 4-H and FFA members enrolled in Gage County are eligible to exhibit in the Gage County Fair 4-H & FFA areas.

4-H in the Classroom
Many Gage County schools have integrated 4-H in the Classroom hands-on programs into their educational experiences. These programs meet local, Nebraska State and/or national education standards.

4-H Programs
Gage County 4‑H increases the quality and quantity of out-of-school programs by combining 4‑H resources with community-based organizations and offering high-quality education and development experiences.


Independent
Planned learning for youth ages 8-18 who do not wish to join a formal 4-H Club.