Welcome to Lewis & Clark County 4-H!
Welcome to the NEW Lewis & Clark County 4-H website! Current members, leaders and parents check out the tabs on the left side of the page for current information, forms and notices (formally on this main page). This page offers information for prospective 4-H members.
What is 4-H?
4-H is the largest out-of-school youth development program in the state and nation. The organization provides educational opportunities for youth to build life skills, including decision making, communication, leadership, sportsmanship, and responsibility through service learning, club work, and hands-on projects. 4-H has the ability to give youth confidence in themselves and opens the door for many opportunities. Projects allow youth to work in specific areas including Aerospace, Swine, Woodworking, and Robotics, just to name a few. 4-H involves the entire family and offers something for everyone. The program is administered through Montana State University Extension.
Who can join?
4-H is for everyone! People of all ages can get involved. To be a full 4-H member, youth must turn 9 during the 4-H year (Oct. 1 - Sept. 30) and not have turned 19 prior to Oct. 1. The Cloverbud program is for youth 6-8 yrs and offers non-competitive, hands-on activities to help youth understand the concept of 4-H.
4-H also utilizes many adult volunteers, who are the heart of the 4-H program. Adults can join to support the program through project work, clubs, acitivites or events. Adult volunteers serve as a guide and mentor by teaching youth practical life skills. Volunteers working with youth have completed a background check.
How can I get involved?
Start by calling your local Montana State University Extension Office in Lewis & Clark County at 406-447-8346 for more information. To be involved in 4-H in Lewis & Clark County, you must be part of a club. A list of clubs can be found here or at the Extension Office. Choose a club that best fits your family's interests, schedule and location. The next step is to contact the club organization leader to express interest and confirm meeting information. With the help of the leader, you will next need to fill out an enrollment form, sign up for projects and pay dues. Dues are $5.50 for a member and $6.50 for a horse project member. Get involved today and start taking part in 4-H activities!
