Claes is responsible for promoting science education and youth development through the NH 4-H program.  He helps volunteer leaders build and run 4-H clubs throughout Carroll County and helps run county 4-H events including 4-H programs at both the Sandwich and Fryeburg Fairs. He specializes in science education, where he helps train 4-H volunteers and afterschool professionals in science curricula and science teaching techniques with a focus on inquiry based science.