Thinking of the Future - Being a Change-Maker

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    Teen Leadership


New Hampshire teens are the leaders of tomorrow. 4-H teens are empowered to develop skills in the areas of critical thinking, creativity, collaboration,and communication so they can become 21st century leaders.

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4-H Teen Opportunities & Resources



National Leadership Opportunities

National Congress

4-H National Congress 
(Application due July 1)

National Conference

National 4-H Conference 
(Application due October 1)

Dairy Conference

National 4-H Dairy Conference 
(Application due July 1)

Teens Ignite Conference

Ignite by 4-H! 
(Application due November 1)


Statewide Teen Events

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Teen Leadership Retreat

Camp Sentinel - October 18 - 19, 2025 10am-1pm
Cost: $90
Start your 4-H year with an overnight retreat just for NH teens (ages 12–18)! You’ll explore your interests, help plan fun activities, make new friends, and build leadership skills—all in one awesome weekend.
 

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4-H Day of Service 

Date: TBD
The New Hampshire 4-H Day of Service is a dynamic, statewide event that brings together hundreds of young people from every corner of the Granite State. Rooted in the 4-H pledge—especially the commitment to “hands to larger service”—this regional gathering is a celebration of youth leadership, civic engagement, and the power of collective action.

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Farm, Forest & Garden Exposition

May 1-2, 2026
Join NH 4-H for 2 days of learning, sharing presentations, and fun!  The 4-H Clover Corner is a gateway for families to experience activities, 4-H Events, and a showcase of agriculture, science, and the arts.  

Articles

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
A new partnership is getting youth outside to learn, play and develop a love for the environment
Through the All-Terrain Learning Adventures (ATLAS) program, students from Epping Middle School, Epping Elementary School and Lamprey River Elementary... Learn More
4-H youth give back to Belknap County through pollinator project
Belknap County 4-H teenagers Emma Davidson, Oliver Leandro and Emmaline Leandro are leading a team of 11 adolescents in a project on pollinators. Learn More
A service-learning project for 4-H teen leaders instills self-advocacy and kindness
4-H teens closed out their 4-H year by focusing on grounding themselves in kindness while showing respect for themselves, others and the world around ... Learn More

Events

  • October 18, 2025
    Teen Leadership Retreat 10:00am - 1:00pm, The Teen Leadership Retreat is the launch of the 4-H program year for tweens and teens ages 12-18. This overnight experience gathers teens from across New
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