Physical activity, especially outside, is a key factor in youth health and wellbeing. Minnesota 4-H offers youth of all ages a variety of opportunities to explore and develop healthy living practices outdoors.
Extension is expanding its online education and resources to adapt to COVID-19 restrictions.
4-H at home
Don't let being at home stop you from exploring, discovering and making a difference. In 4-H, you can learn about gardening, build your photography skills or deepen your commitment to high-quality animal care.
We'll have new events each week on a variety of topics. Connect with us to be sure you can learn and lead right where you live!
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Support for 4-H volunteers
Find activities for your next virtual meeting with youth and much more on the 4-H volunteer site. You will also find resources for helping to youth thrive, even during the tough time that we're in.
4-H at home across Minnesota

Youth of all ages can benefit from experiences that build healthy living practices. 4-H programs offer a variety of options for youth to be mindful with their food, feelings and relationships.

4-H youth pledge to keep fellow Minnesotans warm this winter.

A group of youth from southern Minnesota took on the challenge of advocating for the pollinators of Minnesota.

Whether youth have a horse in their backyard or have never once had the pleasure of holding the reins, 4-H has learning experiences that give every horse lover opportunities to grow.

4-H STEM programming, from engineering to drone racing to polymer science, offers youth of all ages the chance to explore and discover a universe of exciting opportunities.

4-H photography challenge gets youth outside exploring the beauty of fall.

4-H'ers get to explore performing arts learning experiences despite COVID-19 restrictions.

What started as a telecast of the annual 4-H livestock auction has grown into a program about the ways 4-H helps young individuals grow.

Food projects have always been popular with 4-H groups, but the chaos of 2020 has created an even greater interest.
Reviewed in 2020