4-H Photography Workshop
Do you enjoy taking photos? Are you interested in learning more about the art and science of photography? On …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
Special Events Center Grand Opening Weekend!
You’re invited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Special Events Center at Jesse Helms Park! Family-friendly programs …
Summertime, and the Living’s Easy.
Summer camps have invaded the UC Extension office for the month of June. We are very excited to welcome …
Be a L.E.A.D.E.R This Summer
Hello everyone! My name is Angel Richardson and I am the 2021 Union County 4-H Summer Intern here to …
No Sew Tote Bag
Are you looking for something fun to do this summer, but it doesn’t require a lot of materials and …
Gardening Tips
National 4-H offers tons of resources and activities ranging from different topics created by 4-Hers. Today, I’d like to …
Share Your Passion: Using Your Hands to Impact Others
What is your passion? What are the hobbies or activities you enjoy doing in your spare time? Now, how …
Summer Is Here, Get Outside and Play!
With the school year ending and summer heat approaching, youth are looking for ways to stay active and engaged …
Meet the Union County 4-H Summer Intern!
Union County 4-H is excited to welcome back a summer intern who will help the program with the various …
5 Ways to Relieve Stress
We are wrapping the month of May which is Mental Health Month. Now is the perfect time to reflect …
Union County Family Garden Kit Resources
For more information and resources to get outside this Summer with your family, through gardening, visit the Union County …
There's Still Time to get a Paper Clover!
Every year, 4-Hers in Union County participate in a number of 4-H programs to help position them with the …
May 2021 - Extension Events
Join us for May as we continue with events for the whole family. Events include a New Farmers Market …
Get Outdoors: Create an Upcycled Terrarium
During our Get Outdoors series, we will explore some activities that you can do outside especially while the spring …
Thank a Volunteer Today!
Each year, thousands of volunteers in North Carolina donate their time and energy to make their communities a better …
Check Out 4-H Summer Fun Cooking Camps!
School is almost out, but learning fun new skills doesn’t have to end for kids! This summer Union County …
Animal Summer Fun Camps
If you have a child that loves animals, the Union County 4-H staff have several awesome 2021 summer camp …
Summer Fun 2021 - Cloverbud Camps!
This week I am highlighting three of our summer day camp options in this year’s Summer Fun Program for …
Get Your Family Outside With 4-H Family Gardening Kit
Research shows that adding physical activity and spending more time outdoors reduces stress. Therefore, it is essential to not …
Summer CIT Program
Are you looking for something fun teenagers can participate in this summer that will keep them engaged and involved …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
4-H Clubs and Groups
4-H Enrollment:: Join Today!
4-H Expo
- 2019 4-H Bake Off Entry Form
- 2019 4-H Bake Off Rules
- 2019 4-H Club Display Booth Competition Rules
- 2019 4-H Livestock Show Entry Form
- 2019 4-H Livestock Show Rules
- 2019 4-H Poultry/Rabbit/Duck Show Entry Form
- 2019 Creative Arts Competition Entry Form
- 2019 Creative Arts Competition Rules
4-H Grows in Union County: Stories, Tips, & Resources
- 4-H Project Record Book:: Presentation Guide
- 4-H Project Record Forms
- Achievement Plan
- Cloverbud Project Record Form
- Project Record Book Guide to Success
- Union County 4-H TShirt Order Form
4-H School Enrichment
4-H Special Interest Programs
4-H Summer Program
4-H Volunteer Forms and Information
Extension Programs at NC State University
- 4-H Camps and Centers
- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Development
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
Partnerships and Organizations
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Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens
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Home Composting with Earthworms
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Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …
Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
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