Ways to participate
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Fairs, training and events
Find events near you
See all Extension and 4-H events in your local area.
Volunteer training
Find all 4-H volunteer training and materials on the member site (external link.)
County fairs
Showing a project at the fair gives you the chance to share what you have learned - and to learn about demonstration and more.
Minnesota State Fair
Every year, more than 5,000 4-H'ers show what they know at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
State events year-round
A round-up of the statewide events we hold each year.
Cloverbuds
If you're in kindergarten through grade 2, you're welcome!
Cloverbuds
4-H'ers in kindergarten through second grade can do fun activities, guided by adult volunteers.
Camps
Day camps, sleepover camps, summer or winter -- We have something for you!
Camps for everyone
Guided outdoor learning opportunities and classic camp experiences for all youth.
Camps for learning about farm animals
Learn from area experts and other youth how to better take care of and show your project animal.
Clubs
All about clubs
Meet new friends, work on projects and take it to the next level!
4-H statewide club map
See all clubs near you. We have clubs about animals, science, after-school clubs, and much more!
Projects and more
You can do 4-H projects on your own or with a group or club. You can join a challenge team or come to a hands-on learning day.
Learn to lead
Gain leadership skills - no matter which part of the 4-H program you do. You can lead at the club, state or even national level!
Horses
Even if you don't own a horse, you can take part in a range of activities. Your horse, if you have one, can be leased or owned.
Photography
Tell your story using photography! Learn about equipment basics, taking sharper pictures, lighting and flash techniques, photo composition, approaches, sequencing, and evaluating photographs.
Dogs
You will learn about how to care for and train a dog, leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork and careers that involve working with dogs. You could compete in a 4-H dog show.
Engineering Design Challenge
Join a team of friends. You'll build a complicated machine that does a simple task. Learn about physics and teamwork.
Science of Agriculture Challenge
Join a team of friends. Identify an issue and come up with a solution.
Agronomy
Agronomy is the science of growing plants. If you like science or plants, you'll like 4-H agronomy!
What are you into?
See all the Minnesota 4-H project areas. There's something for everyone!
Animals and livestock
Horses
Even if you don't own a horse, you can take part in a range of activities. Your horse, if you have one, can be leased or owned.
Dogs
You will learn about how to care for and train a dog, leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork and careers that involve working with dogs. You could compete in a 4-H dog show.
All animal science projects
Choose an animal species and learn all about it! Animals can be leased or owned.
Livestock Quality Assurance Training
Livestock Quality Assurance training helps youth provide excellent care for their food animals and ensure a high level of food safety to consumers.
Livestock judging
Learn the art and science of judging breeding and market animals.
Animal ID
Identify your animal in 4HOnline.
Leadership
Youth leadership
Gain leadership skills - no matter which part of the 4-H program you do. You can lead at the club, state or even national level!
Volunteer with 4-H
Anyone over 18 who cares about young people can volunteer. You don't need to be a parent or an expert. For some volunteer roles, you will need to complete a background check and have some basic training.
All about judging
Judges make our competitive events possible. Sign up or receive training.
4-H in your community
4-H activities, events and clubs in your area.