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.

ENROLLMENT

All 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll every year.
Volunteers in a huddle with the 4-H Clover in the center

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

 

Pig at the 4-H show

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.

Community Fair Photo

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.

4-H Clover Kids Logo

Clove Kids

Non-competitive experiences and opportunities for youth ages 5-7.

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Independent

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

Explore Independent Membership