COBB COUNTY 4-H

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  uge1067@uga.edu

"I pledge . . .

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

What is 4-H? 

The mission of Georgia 4-H is to assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills, and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society. This mission is accomplished through "hands on" learning experiences which focus on agricultural and environmental issues, agriculture awareness, leadership, communication skills, foods and nutrition, health, energy conservation, and citizenship.

Who is Eligible?

All youth,  grades 5-12, residing in Cobb County may join 4-H.

When and where are 4-H meetings held?

During the school year 4-H Council  meetings are held monthly at the 4-H office.  There also are several 4-H clubs active at many schools in Cobb County.  Optional activities are held after school and occasionally on weekends. 

4-H Summer Camps:

4-H offers a wide variety of camping opportunities for youth.  From Wahsega in Dahlonega, to Jekyll Island, Rock Eagle near Eatonton, Tybee Island and Camp Fulton, fun and exciting times are waiting for you.  Recreation, sports, environmental activities, rock climbing, rafting, campfires, and hiking are just a few of the activities offered to Cobb County 4-Hers attending camp.

4-H Activities: 

Cloverleaf (5th and 6th graders):  activities include County and District Project Achievement.   Cloverleaf summer camp, summer day programs and County Council for 6th graders.

Juniors (7th and 8th graders):  activities include District Project Achievement (DPA), Junior summer camp, Marine Resources camp, County Council, Junior Rally, District Board.

Seniors (9th-12th grades):  activities include District Project Achievement, Senior summer camp, County Council, Fall Forum, State Congress, Senior Conference, District and State Board, and State Council.

4-H  Clubs:

Cloverleaf 4-H clubs: 5th graders may attend meetings at their school where 4-H clubs exist.  The meetings usually occur during the school day and are educational, focusing on sciences. nature and the environment.

Junior 4-H clubs:  Where 4-H clubs exist, middle school students may attend monthly club meetings at their school which take place either before or after school.  Projects may deal with  self-development, science, nature, and the environment.  The Junior County Council  meets monthly to work on a variety of current interest topics, community service projects, and events.

Are there membership fees?

No.  There may be nominal cost and fees for some activities. There are costs and  fees for summer camp.

Adult volunteer leaders:

Volunteers are always welcome and needed.  If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact our office.

How to join?

For more information and an enrollment form, please contact us the address and telephone listed below.

Cobb County Extension Service

4-H Program

678 South Cobb Drive, Suite 200

Marietta,  GA  30060-3105

Website:  www.cobbextension.com

Email address:  uge1067@uga.edu

(770) 528-4076 telephone

(770) 528-4086 fax

   4-H Staff

Barbara Hansard

4-H Secretary

Sergia Gablemann

4-H Program Assistant

Yvonne Prater

4-H Program Assistant

SPOTLIGHT ON COBB COUNTY 4-H

Forms and other 4-H websites

Georgia 4-H

Georgia 4-H calendar

Georgia 4-H (this link will NOT return to the Cobb Extension page)

The University of Georgia and Ft. Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and counties of the state cooperating. The Cooperative Extension Service offers educational programs, assistance and materials to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability.

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