Lehigh County 4-H

4-H Camp is the place for kids to grow, learn, try new things, get dirty, and develop into an independent person. It’s my favorite week of the year, and this year was wonderful. I am so honored to work with and amazing team of teens and adults! I am thrilled to say that this group of camp counselors are going to going to rock the world with their work ethic, tenacity, personal skills, and teamwork! It’s been a long haul since COVID, and these kids have become adults in front of my eyes. So excited for the future!

Tonight is the last night of our Candymaking Sunset Camp! A sweet, chilling, messy camp- but oh so lovely!

Awesome job!!

When 4-H staff and 4-H Volunteer children are stuck at an event as a setter upper, clean upper, and must wait 1.5 hours for their turn… they turn good old toys (little green army men, blocks, rubrics cube, and Mr. Potato Head) into a great night with some good friends!! A lucky group of kids! And we adults are so thankful for the sacrifices they make so we can offer 4-H programming to other kids in our communities. It takes a village!

This prioritize youth well-being with 4-H! The FREE Quick Connection Cards created in collaboration with Harmony Academy and National University spark conversations & build connections, fostering a supportive environment. Download yours & empower youth to thrive: https://bit.ly/3y9uVDY 🍀 💚

Are you ready to lead? Apply to be on State Council!

Applications are now open for the 2025 State Council! State Council members represent the very best of Pennsylvania 4-H. They serve as spokespeople for the organization, as well as continue to build upon and share their leadership skills with others and engage in state event planning. Young people who are currently 4-H age 16-17 are eligible to apply.

An info session will be held on May 30 at 6:30 pm. Register in Zsuite - https://4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/28921 through May 29.

Applications are now live as a record book format on ZSuite. Applications are due July 7 at 11:59 pm via ZSuite.

Instructions for how to access this record book as well as the 2025 State Council Handbook and other important documents can be found on Cloverlink: https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/sites/AgSci/coext/PA4H/PA4HCloverlink/Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FAgSci%2Fcoext%2FPA4H%2FPA4HCloverlink%2FDocuments%2FPA%204%2DH%20Statewide%20Programs%2C%20Opportunities%2C%20Events%2FPrograms%20and%20Opportunities%2FLeadership%20%26%20Civic%20Engagement%2FState%20Council%20Application%20Documents&p=true&ga=1

What a beautiful night to start the 4-H Archery club! A full club, and everyone was excited to start!

Today at midnight, camp registration closes!! Don't delay, register today 🍀

There's still time to support 4-H'ers by donating at the register on your next trip to JOANN! Wherever your imagination takes you, let our amazing partners at JOANN help. Donate now through May 4th.

It’s Paper Clover time! Visit a Tractor Supply store near you today and donate at checkout to help send kids in Pennsylvania to 4-H Camp or other 4-H leadership programs.

Be sure to snap a pic of your Paper Clover & share using ! 🍀🍀🍀

Don't forget to register for camp by May 7!

Registration is now open for meat judging!

The meat judging contest will be held on June 12 at University Park. 4-H'ers enrolled in an animal science project between the ages of 14-18 4-H age and adult chaperones are invited to attend. Current 4-H volunteers are also invited to help with this contest. No prior experience or knowledge of the contest is necessary to assist as a volunteer!

Register in ZSuite by May 13: https://4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/28176

Thank you to the Upper Lehigh Lions club for recognizing 3 of our 4-H teens! (photo credit to Nelly Shalaby and Stephanie Fink.)

This year, an art and photography contest has been added to the 2024 PA 4-H Wildlife & Forestry Field Day!

All artwork must have a wildlife and forestry theme. Drawings, paintings, and photography (including trail camera photography) will be accepted. The contest includes divisions for Cloverbuds (ages 5-7), Explorer (ages 8-11), and Science (ages 12-18). Contest rules and additional details are available in ZSuite.

Register in ZSuite by April 17: https://4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/27432

Today is the last day to reenroll in 4-H!

Don't wait, log in to your ZSuite account today and submit this year's enrollment. Remember, you must reenroll by the end of the day to be eligible for all 4-H programs and opportunities. Need help reenrolling? Contact your local Extension office for assistance.

Learn how to reenroll: https://extension.psu.edu/programs/4-h/get-involved/youth-and-parents/join/reenrolling-in-4-h

Did you know that the new 4-H program year has started? There's never been a better time to learn and grow with 4-H!

Don't miss your chance to participate in 4-H this year. Members must reenroll by March 31, 2024 to be eligible for all the programs and events 4-H has to offer!

Log in to your ZSuite account to update your profile and submit this year's enrollment. Instructions for reenrolling are available here: https://extension.psu.edu/programs/4-h/get-involved/youth-and-parents/join/reenrolling-in-4-h

Need help reenrolling? Contact your local Extension office for assistance.