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

  • Tom Fairchild Friend of 4-H Golf Tournament
    September 18, 2025
    Tom Fairchild Friend of 4-H Golf Tournament 7:00am - 3:00pm, FORE and 4-H go together every September
  • Coös County 4-H Member Trip to the "Big E"
    September 20, 2025
    Coös County 4-H Member Trip to the "Big E" Join us for a day of fun and learning at The Big E in Springfield, MA! Explore 4-H communications exhibits, visit the New Hampshire State House, enjoy animal
  • 4-H at the Deerfield Fair 2025
    September 25, 2025
    4-H at the Deerfield Fair 2025 12:00pm - 6:00pm, At the Deerfield Fair, our 4-H youth and Volunteer leaders get to showcase their hard work from the past 4-H year. Exhibits in the 4-H Building, livestock
  • Become a guide for 4-H Wildside!
    September 26, 2025
    Become a guide for 4-H Wildside! 6:00pm - 3:00pm, Become a 4-H Wild Guide!What is 4-H Wildside? 4-H Wildside is a year-round outdoor recreation program for youth & families that targets:Physical
  • 4-H Star Party for Merrimack County
    September 26, 2025
    4-H Star Party for Merrimack County 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Calling all sky watchers and star gazers! Do you have an interest in learning about the mysteries of the night?
  • Go Green for 4-H Week Bridge Lighting Ceremony
    October 6, 2025
    Go Green for 4-H Week Bridge Lighting Ceremony 5:30pm - 7:30pm, Let's come together and celebrate National 4-H week with a special "Go Green" Memorial Bridge lighting ceremony!That's right, the Memorial Bridge between
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Articles

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Coös County 4-H Resumes and Interviews
Coös County 4-H Resumes are due to the 4-H Office by March 1st for consideration for the Eva Conant Memorial 4-H Scholarship. Learn More
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A June to Remember: Learning, Passion, and Community at 4-H Animal Science Clinics
It was a busy June this year with three standout clinics that brought New Hampshire youth together for hands-on learning, connection, and exploration ... Learn More
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Creating a Sense of Belonging and Purpose: Through the Lifespan
Bridging the Gap
The partnership between New Hampshire 4-H and Sunrise Sunset Center highlights the importance of inter-generational connections in building stronger c... Learn More