Older Youth Opportunities Applications Now Available! Due November 15

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2024 Updates

  • Added scholarship opportunity for 4-H Forestry Wildlife Conservation Camp – Details below!
  • Junior Fair Board Change – Beginning in 2024, Junior Fair Board members WILL NOT be assigned to a species department. Members may be asked to help with livestock events during the fair, but will focus on other programming efforts – Stock the Trailer, Cloverbuds, Parade/Royalty and other events decided on by the members.

NOTE ABOUT TEEN OPPORTUNITIES APPLICATIONS

Members applying for teen opportunities should answer questions in their own words. Adult helpers can assist, but individuals who are selecting youth for these leadership roles prefer to hear directly from the youth. Points may be deducted during selection if those evaluating responses do not think they are the youth’s own work.

County Award Opportunities

COUNTY MEDAL AWARDS

4-H members of any age who demonstrate exemplary achievement in a specific project area over a period of three or more years can apply to earn one of three potential County Medal Awards in any of the over 25 project areas. Youth are eligible to win more than once. Winners over 14 years of age may be nominated for a State 4-H Achievement Award. Complete and submit the Muskingum County 4-H Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m.

You will need the following information to complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form:

  • Personal Information
  • Information to help you with essay questions

APPLY NOW!

Leadership Opportunities

COUNTY 4-H AMBASSADOR

The purpose of the 4-H Ambassadors is to promote 4-H in Muskingum County and develop leadership skills by assisting with and participating in various activities throughout the year. Youth must be at least age 13 as of January 1, 2024. There will be a meeting for selected 4-H Ambassadors on January 11 at 6 p.m. to plan for the year. Interested applicants must complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Extension Office on December 6.

You will need the following information to complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form:

  • Personal Information
  • Information to help you with essay questions
  • Time(s) you are available on December 6 for an interview

APPLY NOW!

CAMP COUNSELOR

Camp counselors work with an Extension professional, adult 4-H volunteers, and the 4-H Camp Ohio staff to conduct a variety of outdoor learning experiences for campers ages 8-13. Counselors work with a partner to supervise a small group of campers in a cabin living environment. Camp counselors attend meetings and activities from February through June to plan camp activities and learn skills needed to be an effective camp counselor. Camp counselor applicants must be ages 14 to 18 as of January 1, 2024. To be eligible to be a counselor, candidates must be a 4-H member in good standing. Complete Camp Counselor Application by November 15, 11:59 p.m. and participate in Counselor Selection Night on November 30 if applicant has not served as a counselor.

You will need the following information to complete the Camp Counselor application:

  • Personal Information
  • Information to help you with essay questions
  • Name and E-mail address of two non-family members to serve as a reference. References Due November 15. 

APPLY NOW!

 

JUNIOR FAIR BOARD

Beginning in 2024, Junior Fair Board members WILL NOT be assigned to a species department. Members may be asked to help with livestock events during the fair, but will focus on other programming efforts – Stock the Trailer, Cloverbuds, Parade/Royalty and other events decided on by the members. Junior Fair Board members can be representatives from several youth organizations including 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and Youth Grange. Junior Fair Board members are responsible for the design, implementation and evaluation of many Junior Fair aspects of the Muskingum County Fair. Junior Fair Board applicants must be ages 14 to 18 as of January 1, 2024. Selected youth serve a one-year term. Interested applicants must complete a Junior Fair Board Application by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews for new members will be held on December 6.

You will need the following information to complete the Junior Fair Board application:

  • Personal Information
  • Information to help you with essay questions
  • Name and E-mail address of one non-family member to serve as a reference (new members only). References Due November 15. 
  • Headshot photo (new members only)
  • Time(s) you are available on December 6 for an interview (new members only)

APPLY NOW

 

JUNIOR LEADERSHIP CLUB

4-H teens have the opportunity to participate in leadership development in a countywide group beyond their local 4-H club. The group meets year round at various locations throughout the county and state with a focus on career opportunities, leadership, citizenship and developing relationships among its members. Members must be at least age 13 as of January 1, 2024. Youth can join anytime. 

ENROLL NOW!

 

State Trip and Camp Opportunities

You will need the following information to complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form for State Trips & Camps:

  • Personal Information
  • Information to help you with essay questions
  • Time(s) you are available on December 6 for an interview.

APPLY NOW!

 

4-H FORESTRY WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CAMP – APRIL 19-21

The Ohio 4-H Wildlife Forestry Conservation Camp is a fun-filled weekend for campers in grades 7-11. The camp is held at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp near Jackson, Ohio. Campers participate in hands-on educational sessions on invasive species, wildlife and tree ID, tree climbing, operating a portable wood mill, outdoor survival, hunting & trapping and much more! Full scholarship available to selected county delegates. Interested applicants must complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Extension Office on December 6.

4-H LEADERSHIP CAMP – JUNE 1-5, 2024

Each county may nominate youth to attend State Leadership Camp to strengthen skills and experience personal growth at 4-H Camp Ohio. Must be 14 years of age by January 1 of the current year to attend the camp. Full scholarship available to selected county delegates. Interested applicants must complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Extension Office on December 6.

OHIO 4-H SEA CAMP – JULY 2024 DATES TBA

The mission of Ohio 4-H Sea Camp is to offer teenage youth an introduction to the Great Lakes through hands-on experiences in a variety of aquatic-based programs. Sea Camp will enable participants to experience Lake Erie-based activities and culture such as aquatic science, water recreation, and fishing. It is open to youth ages 15-17. Full scholarship available to selected county delegates. Interested applicants must complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Extension Office on December 6.

CITIZENSHIP WASHINGTON FOCUS – JUNE 2024 DATES TBA

Recommended ages 16 and older. Spend one week in Washington, D.C. with 4-H’ers from other states participating in workshops and touring our nation’s capital. Full scholarship available to selected county delegates. Interested applicants must complete the Muskingum County Achievement Form by November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Extension Office on December 6.