New Hampshire 4-H

New Hampshire 4-H

Leadership Grows Here

In all New Hampshire communities, 4-H helps young people acquire knowledge, develop life skills, and form attitudes that help them become self-directed, productive, contributing members of society. 4-H leaders guide youth through fun pathway experiences.

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4-H is the youth educational program of UNH Cooperative Extension.

Professional 4-H youth development educators located in each of New Hampshire’s 10 counties provide subject matter support, volunteer management, and event planning for the more than 20,000 school-aged youth involved in all aspects of the 4-H program. 4-H emphasizes the importance of involving youth in the learning process. 

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Animal Science

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Citizenship

Environmental Science

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Healthy Living

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STEM & Makers

4-H archery class

Shooting Sports

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Teen Leadership

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Barry Conservation Camp

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Volunteers

Events

  • 4-H Get Growing Gardening Workshop for Educators! (New Ipswich)
    July 7, 2026
    4-H Get Growing Gardening Workshop for Educators! (New Ipswich) 9:00am - 1:00pm, Get Growing! A workshop for educators looking to grow their knowledge and foster the same in their students.Lots of times what’s holding us back from
  • Pisgah State Park Caterpillar Stroll
    July 8, 2026
    Pisgah State Park Caterpillar Stroll 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Join naturalists from The Caterpillar Lab to explore one of our favorite local habitats! We'll explore the caterpillars and insects of early summer as we
  • 2026 State 4-H Horse Show
    July 10, 2026
    2026 State 4-H Horse Show 4:00pm - 2:00pm, The 2026 NH 4-H State Horse Show will be held on July 10-12 at the Deerfield Fairgrounds. This event welcomes spectators to learn about the 4-H horse program.
  • Stratham 4-H Summerfest
    July 17, 2026
    Stratham 4-H Summerfest 2:00pm - 9:00pm, *** EZFair registration is OPEN ***Registration has been extended to July 6thINSTRUCTIONS for entering EZFair Exhibits4-H'ers to get together for special
  • NH 4-H Dairy Judging Practice Series
    July 18, 2026
    NH 4-H Dairy Judging Practice Series 4-H dairy judging contests are a way for youth to learn to evaluate cattle against industry standards and explain their choices in a competitive atmosphere.
  • Stratham 4-H Summerfest
    July 18, 2026
    Stratham 4-H Summerfest 8:00am - 2:00pm, *** EZFair registration is OPEN ***Registration has been extended to July 6thINSTRUCTIONS for entering EZFair Exhibits4-H'ers to get together for special
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Articles

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Moments That Mattered
How NH 4 H Youth Stepped Up, Led, and Transformed Their Communities
Across New Hampshire, young people are stepping into leadership not through titles or assignments, but through moments, unexpected, unscripted, and of... Learn More
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A Story of Growth, Belonging, and Becoming
Teen Leadership Retreat 2025
Every year, a new group of young people step into the 4 H Teen Leadership Program carrying a mix of curiosity, uncertainty, and hope. They come from d... Learn More
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4-H Quilting Day Camp - Summer 2026
Welcome to the Summer 4-H Quilting Camp! Get ready for a week of friendship, hard work, and fun. By the end of the week, you will have completed your ... Learn More

Resources

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4-H Kindness Matters Scholarship Award
Awarded to a junior or senior who embodies the mission of 4-H "to make the best better". Learn More
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Beyond Ready Starts With You: Community and Volunteer Resources
A 4-H Teen resource page connecting youth with a track of opportunities that speaks to their personal spark. Learn More
State and National 4-H Opportunities
New Hampshire teens can join a program designed to help them grow their own spark and strengths. The program is guided by an Extension Field Specialis... Learn More

4-H Resources