Montgomery 4-H

4-H Youth Development in Montgomery County

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, empowering young people to lead, learn, and serve. 4-H programs help youth ages 5-18 reach their fullest potential through research-backed, hands-on learning experiences that build life skills, leadership, confidence, and meaningful connections to their communities.

4‑H members in Montgomery County are leading positive change in communities across the country. Local programs offer opportunities in agriculture, STEM, sewing and fashion, public speaking, community service, the county fair, camp, and hands‑on workshops. Explore Montgomery County 4‑H programs on this page or contact our office for more information.

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4-H in Montgomery County

Join a 4-H Club

4-H clubs are located throughout Montgomery County for youth ages 5-18. Joining 4-H is easy - first find and visit a club and then enroll in 4-H Online.

Montgomery County 4-H Club List

Youth can join 4‑H in three easy steps!

1. Contact Us

Reach out to the University of Maryland Extension Montgomery County office to receive information about everything 4‑H has to offer.

Phone: (301) 226‑7950  

Email:mocoinfo@umd.edu 

2. Attend a Club Meeting

Review our list of clubs and find the ones that interest you. After you choose a club, we will connect you with a club leader. You can attend a meeting to learn more, and you may view the full list of clubs

3. Enroll in 4-H

After speaking with your club leader, complete your online enrollment

To be considered a member for the current year, enrollment by September 1 is encouraged. To participate in the Montgomery County Fair or the Maryland State Fair as a 4‑H member, you must be enrolled and actively participating by May 1 of the current year.

To Enroll or Re-enroll in 4-H, visit 4-H Online. 

4-H Online Enrollment Guides:

Programs & Events

Montgomery County 4-H offers several annual workshop series, including small‑engine and robotics sessions. Throughout the year, we also host a variety of craft workshops, along with summer camp programs.

 Montgomery County 4-H Calendar

State & County Fairs

The Maryland State Fair and the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair give 4‑H members the opportunity to share their knowledge, skills, and projects with the community through exhibits and demonstrations.

4-H Program Areas

Maryland 4-H Program Areas

Resources & Forms


 

Volunteer with 4-H

Volunteers are an essential to th 4-H program. 4‑H focuses on citizenship, leadership, and life‑skills development using a “learn by doing” educational model. Every volunteer brings valuable knowledge, experience, and skills to share with 4‑H youth. No matter your background or expertise, you can be part of the 4‑H community. As a parent, project leader, or in another leadership role, you can offer your unique talents and perspectives.

Volunteer with Montgomery 4-H

 

Maryland 4-H Resources

University of Maryland Extension's 4-H resources are free and support hands-on learning in STEM, agriculture, leadership, healthy living, and civic engagement. Discover educational materials, guides, and project publications designed for 4-H youth, parents, educators, and club leaders.  Explore all 4-H resources.

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