Anne Arundel County 4-H Clubs FAQ's

How old do youth need to be?

Members are 8-18yrs; Clovers 5-7yrs

How is 4-H structured?

In Anne Arundel County, 4-H is run primarily through clubs with club, county, state, and national opportunities and events. Clubs in our county specialize in one major learning realm with opportunities in other interest areas (“sparks”) based on time and resources available.

Tell me about clubs in Anne Arundel County.

Clubs are independent, run by certified, background checked volunteers.  Meeting dates, times, frequency, location, and dues information is specific to each club.  Youth activities/projects are dependent on what adult volunteers can/will do. Our clubs are not aligned with any county or private school system. Here is a chart of Anne Arundel County Clubs.

Do I have to own and animal in order to participate?

Owning an animal is not required. 4-H is “learn by doing” so youth are fully engaged in hands-on activities; all 4-H curriculum is research-based. A variety of topics are covered - animal science, robotics, healthy living, money and personal finance, STEM, agriculture, business, child development, creative art, gardening, photography, shooting sports, nature/environment, and much more! 

While we participate in many exciting activities, we focus on the life skills youth acquire through their experiences.

When can I Join?

Our primary membership drive is Jan-March, but youth may join at any time.  Club calendars run January-December.

Things to Consider Before Enrolling in a 4-H Club.

1. Here are some things to think about before you enroll:

  • How old are your children?
  • What type of activities do they enjoy? What type of club would they like to join?
  • Where do you live and is proximity to meeting place important?  Here is a map of where clubs in Anne Arundel County most frequently meet.
  • How much time do you have to give to the club?  Animal projects require a time and financial commitment, just as you allot these resources to your family dog or cat.  Some animal projects are required to go to auction/market at the county fair. These are factors to consider and investigate when you visit a club.  

2. If you definitely want to sign my youth up with a club:

  1. Select a club you would like to join.
  2. Contact the leader for details then attend a meeting or two to determine if it’s a good match and confirm they have space for new members.
  3. Register Online: Sign-up via our 4-H enrollment platform:  v2.4honline.com.  Additional information on registration can be obtained from the club leader(s) and our county office. Cost for general membership is $10/year/member, for up to 3 youth, the $10 is waived for additional children. Clubs may have separate fees.

How can I Volunteer as an Adult with 4-H?

4-H Volunteers are a key component of the 4-H program, which focuses on citizenship, leadership, and life skills development using a “learn by doing” educational model. With each volunteer comes knowledge, experiences, and skills that can be taught to 4-H youth and shared with the 4-H program.

No matter your background or expertise, you can join the 4-H community. As a parent, a project leader, or in any other leadership capacity, you can offer your unique talents and perspectives. You decide the level of involvement that fits your skills and schedule.

How to Enroll in 4-H Online

Maryland 4-H uses an online member management system called 4-H Online. These guides help families create member profiles and enroll in 4-H using the 4-H Online system.

To enroll or re-enroll, go to: 4-H Online

Various documents you may see on 4-H Online: 4-H Online Forms

Questions? Contact the AAC 4-H Educator at aacmd4h@gmail.com.