Enrollment
Who May Join 4-H?
4-H is open to youth in kindergarten who have reached their 5th birthday before January 1st of the current 4-H year (October 1-Sept 30) through those in the 12th grade or who have not reached their 19th birthday before January 1 of the current 4-H year. Special education youth older than 19 may enroll with approval of the Ferry County 4-H agent. Enrollment deadline is June 1st, 2009.
Youth may enroll in 4-H through:
- Organized Community Clubs
- Family/Individual Club
- After School Clubs
- School Enrichment
- Special Interest such as camp, clinics, Interstate and International Exchange, Know Your Government (KYG), Challenge course and more!
If you're ready to join click on the Ferry County 4-H Enrollment Forms and Helpful Information. You can also call or stop by the 4-H office for a complete packet of 4-H enrollment information.
Additional Enrollment Forms & Documents are available through the Washington State 4-H program.
Clubs
Ferry County 4-H progam has approximately 32 clubs throughout the county. Some are large community clubs and some are small family clubs. Most clubs begin the 4-H Year in October and usually meet once a month throughout the year. Some clubs are project specific and some clubs have members participating in a wide range of projects. New 4-H clubs may organize at any time. Contact our office for information about joining the right club for your interests or for new club information.
Volunteer Leader Training
Volunteer leader training & certification is REQUIRED for new leaders or leaders returning after a break in service and as a review for existing leaders. Typically it is held each spring at the Ferry County Courthouse, however you can contact the 4-H office if your club would like an individualized training for your leaders. Leader Training Flyer
You may also visit the WSU Extension Youth Development Program 4-H Volunteer Information site where you can receive e-learning training through four interactive, self paced online training modules.