Is 4-H just for farm kids?
NO! While 4-H clubs were first known as “corn clubs” for boys and “canning clubs” for girls, the program is now found in every one of Florida’s 67 counties and is geared toward all young people, regardless of where they live, what background they have, or what they find interesting. Today, in Florida, many 4-H members are from urban areas, and they participate in projects to learn many different life skills. The 4-H program reaches boys and girls alike through 4-H clubs, special interest groups, and short-term projects, school-age child care, individual and family learning and mentoring, camping, and school enrichment. 4-H offers membership without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, disability, or handicap.
The short answer is no. 4-H is for all kids–city kids, town kids, and farm kids! The Lane County 4-H program offers variety and versatility. You get to choose the projects you want–ranging from conserving our earth to marksmanship to gardening to livestock to sewing to community service. There really is something for everyone! Check the list of 4-H project areas to learn more!
