4-H Day is held the first Saturday in March from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the AAA Building at the Fairfield County Fairgrounds. This free event is open to anyone – current, past and future 4-H members, or even if you are just curious about 4-H. A time to have one-on-one interaction with individuals who have had various experiences with 4-H. A time when you may sign up to become a 4-H member.
For more information, contact the Fairfield County Extension Office at 740-653-5419.
It is Time to Join 4-H
4-H is a non-formal educational, youth development organization for boys and girls. Traditional clubs are open to youth age 8 and in 3rd grade or age 9 up to youth who have not passed their 19th birthday as of January 1st. Youth who are age 5 and in Kindergarten up to 8 years of age as of January 1st are eligible for participation in the Cloverbud Program, an activity based program to introduce 4-H to future members.
There are lots of fun things you can learn in 4-H and in a variety of ways. You can participate in 4-H through clubs, camps, your school, and short-term experiences. You can learn about animals, computers, public speaking, cooking, art, gardening and environmental sciences, just to name a few projects.
How do you join a 4-H Club?
- Complete online information request at go.osu.edu/Fairfield4Hinterest before March 1st.
- Visit 4-H Youth Development at fairfield.osu.edu to view club biographies in the county. (Contact the advisors on the list to find out more information about that particular club).