4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development offers youth hands-on educational experiences that foster real-world skills, curiosity, and leadership. Guided by our core values of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, 4-H focuses on STEM, agriculture, healthy living, and civic engagement, providing a safe, fun environment for youth to explore their interests and find their spark.

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News

Tags: 4-H, 4-H Youth Development, summer camp
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NC 4-H Camps Are HIRING!

Published - February 20, 2026

youth market turkey show t-shirt design contest
Youth - Share a YMTS T-shirt Design!

Published - February 13, 2026

Turkey Show Registration Open
YMTS Registration Opens Mar 3rd!

Published - February 12, 2026

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NCJHA Contest Results

Published - February 9, 2026

Four youth holding binders; "Youth Ambassador Applications due February 23, 2026"
AYHC Youth Ambassador Applications Open

Published - February 9, 2026