Allegany County 4-H

What is 4-H?

4-H is delivered by Cooperative Extension, a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Youth can experience 4‑H in every county and parish in the country—through in-school and after-school programs, school and community clubs and 4‑H camps. 4‑H programs are available for children ages 8-18. 4‑H Cloverbud programs are available for children ages 5-7.

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    How to Join 4-H

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    4-H Events and Opportunities

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    4-H Forms

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    4-H Newsletters

  • The Maryland 4-H Center

    Maryland 4-H

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    National 4-H

Allegany County 4-H Team

Call 301-724-3320 or email a member of our staff below:

Michelle Harman, 4-H Youth Development Educator - mharman2@umd.edu

Jessica Mellon, 4-H Youth Development Educator - jmellon2@umd.edu

Jody Parrish, Program Management Specialist - jparrish@umd.edu

Toni Richards, Administrative Assistant I - tonir@umd.edu