Worcester 4-H

4-H Youth Development in Worcester County

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, empowering young people to lead, learn, and serve. The University of Maryland Extension’s 4-H program helps 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.

Maryland 4-H programs vary by county and may be offered through clubs, camps, after-school programs, fairs, school partnerships, and community organizations. Contact our Extension office for more information about 4-H youth programs available in Worcester County.

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Worcester County 4-H Programs

Activity Clubs of Worcester County 4-H

The Artist in You Activity Club (ages 8-18)

In this 4-H club, youth are taught different mediums of art by local professional artists.

Horse Activity Club

This club meets at least 6 times during the year and focuses on learning about equine science.

  • Meeting Info: Meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
  • Location Info: Varies
  • Club Leaders: Barbara Barga | bbarga@umd.edu | 301 226-7547
HAM Radio Club (ages 8-18)
  • Location and dates TBD
  • Club Leader: Chris Ranck

Youth will learn about the science of HAM Radio and have the opportunity to obtain their license. 

Sewing Club (ages 8-18)

Youth learn how to hand-sew and use a sewing machine.

Flavors of Italy Club

In this 4-H club, youth will learn about different international foods and cultures. They will make a dinner for their families in the final session.

Clever Clovers Club (age 8-18)

General Projects & Experiential Learning for ages 8-18

The club focuses on a variety of projects and participates in local community parades.

Voyagers Club (age 8-18)

General Projects & Experiential Learning for ages 8-18

Business Meeting Location: Berlin Police Department Training Classroom  | 129 Decatur St., Berlin MD

  • Club Leaders: Shriya Gupta, Mendi Fiori, Kathy Decker 

This 4-H Club offers a variety of fun, educational experiences. Community service projects and outreach are a focus of this club. We offer experiential learning field trips, and activities are scheduled throughout the year. 

The Voyagers participate in Operation We Care Packing for Deployed Troops twice a year. The club participates in Wreaths Across America at Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury, MD, to honor veterans laid to rest there.  The club donates items to Worcester GOLD and local food pantries.

The Voyagers participate in a number of 4-H events and competitions, are engaged in a variety of project work, and have nearly 100% participation in the Worcester County Fair.

2026-2027 Voyagers 4-H Club Meetings

 

         Monday, November 9, 2026                  Berlin PD*           6:00 PM

            Monday, December 14, 2026                Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, January 11, 2027                     Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, February 8, 2027                     Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, March 8, 2027                         Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, April 12, 2027                          Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, May 10, 2027                          Berlin PD             6:00 PM

            Monday, June 14, 2027                          Berlin PD             6:00 PM

           JULY AND AUGUST – Fair Prep**          On Your Own     Anytime

           Tuesday, August 10, 2027***                Indoor Intake     4 – 7:30

          Wednesday, August 11, 2027***          Indoor Intake     12-3 & 4-7:30

          Thursday, August 12, 2027***              Indoor Judging   9 - Noon

          Thursday, August 12, 2027***              Livestock In        2:30 – 7:30

          Fri., Aug. 13 – Sun., Aug 15, 2027***   FAIR OPEN          Varies

          Monday, September 13, 2027               Berlin PD             6:00 PM

          Monday, October 11, 2027                    Berlin PD             6:00 PM 

          Monday, November 8, 2027            Berlin PD          6:00 PM

          Monday, December 13, 2027          Berlin PD          6:00 PM

           * All club meetings held at Berlin Police Dept. 129 Decatur St, Berlin

          ** No regular meeting in July or August. Have fun. Prepare for Fair!

       *** Worcester County Fair

 

Nature Adventurers Club (age 5-18)

Nature Adventurers 4-H Club for ages 5-18

  • Meeting Info: Meeting time and day determined by group designation
  • Club Leaders: Bronwyn Betz, Amanda Wainwright, Liz Maratea, Liz Decker, Diana Kio, Kate Dockins

This club focuses on environmental education and community service. Many of its members are homeschooled.

Shooting Sports Club (age 8-18)

  • Meeting Info: Every 2nd Sunday 1 - 3 p.m. 
  • Location: Sinepuxent Rod and Gun Club, Berlin
  • Certified Instructors: Dennis Handley, Joe Shanno, Kelly Beauchamp, Barbara Barga  
  • Club Leaders: Denise Downs

Youth ages 8-18 can learn the discipline of archery. Youth ages 10-18 for the discipline of shotgun.

Pocomoke Fun Fact Explorers Club (5-18)

Pocomoke Fun Fact Explorers 4-H Club for ages 5-18

  • Meeting Info: Meets 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.
  • Location: Pocomoke City Log Cabin Winter Quarters Dr., Pocomoke City; or Pocomoke Library
  • Club Leaders: Charlin Casiano, Jonathan Almodovar-Flores, Jessica Bullis, Jodie Turley

The youth in this club do a variety of 4-H projects, including disc golf, aerospace, and community service.

Robotics Club (ages 8-18)

Worcester County 4-H Robotics Club for ages 8-18

  • Meeting Info: TBD
  • Meeting Location: Ocean Pines Library
  • Club Leaders: Amanda Wainwright, Liz Decker

This club prepares youth for the Maryland State 4-H Robotics Competitions. 

School Enrichment Activities

In-School Programs

Worcester County 4-H partners with Worcester County Schools to offer School Enrichment Programs.

We provide 6 hours of programming to:

  • Ocean City Elementary
  • Buckingham Elementary
  • Showell Elementary

Programs are STEM-related or environmental in nature.

After School Programming

Worcester County 4-H does programming throughout the school year in the following schools:

  • Pokomoke City Public Schools
  • Snow Hill Elementary
  • Snow Hill Intermediate
  • Berlin Intermediate
  • Buckingham Elementary

Youth learn STEM and healthy living activities.

Whaleyville Country Critters 4-H Club (ages 5-18)

Whaleyville Country Critters 4-H Club for ages 5-18

This club focuses on animal science.

  • Meeting Info: Meetings on various Tuesdays at 6 p.m.
  • Location: Whaleyville United Methodist Church, 11716 Sheppards Crossing Rd., Whaleyville
  • Club Leaders: Amy Weaver, Sarah Campbell, Kate Shaffer

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Mission & Values

Maryland 4-H Mission

The Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program provides a supportive and inclusive setting for all youth to reach their fullest potential in a diverse society. Youth learn beneficial and cognitive life skills through community-focused, research-based experiential education programs.

Maryland 4-H Vision

Maryland 4-H aspires to be a recognized leading youth development program that inspires youth and adults to learn, grow, and work together as catalysts for positive change.

The Four Hs

Head, Heart, Hands, and Health are the four Hs in 4‑H. These values guide the programs that help young people learn, grow, and contribute to their communities.   Through life‑changing 4‑H experiences, nearly six million young people nationwide have taken on important issues such as community health inequities, civil discourse, and advocacy for equity and inclusion.

The 4-H Pledge

"I Pledge my Head to clearer thinking,
my Heart to greater loyalty,
my Hands to larger service,
and my Health to better living,
for my club, my community, my country, and my world."

Motto

"To Make The Best Better"

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Program Areas

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Maryland 4-H Resources

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