Join 4-H
We believe in helping the youth of today develop leadership skills, life skills and citizenship to grow into the adults who will make the world a better place.
All boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through 13 (one year past high school) can join 4-H regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental status. You can live in the city, town, or country, and you may join any club, virtually anywhere.
Why Join 4-H
You will have fun, be challenged, learn new things, meet others, and be an active member of your community. Everything you do in 4-H is focused on helping you gain leadership, citizenship, and life skills. All you have to do is join a local club, enroll in a 4-H project, and take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way.
Interested in learning more?
Locate a 4-H Club
Joining a 4-H club in Fond du Lac County is a wonderful opportunity for your family to explore new interests, build friendships, and be part of a supportive community. With several clubs to choose from, you have the freedom to find one that truly fits your needs! Each club has its own unique personality—varying in size, meeting location, and activities—so attending a meeting or chatting with a club leader can help you get a feel for the best fit. Consider things like club traditions, family involvement, available project leaders, and membership fees (usually $0–$10 per member annually). To make the process even easier, helpful enrollment guides are available, and 4-H Educator Tracy Keifenheim is happy to assist you in finding the perfect club. We can’t wait to welcome you into the 4-H program!
Enroll
After visiting a 4-H club you like, tell the general leader that you have decided to join their club. Download instructions on how to complete the online enrollment.
Choose a Project
A 4-H project is an educational opportunity for youth to explore and express their individual interests. 4-H members commit to one or more projects annually, and work individually or with a project leader to gain new knowledge and increase their skill level. With over 75 projects to choose from, there is something for everyone!
A few projects are…
- Aerospace
- Arts & Crafts
- Foods & Nutrition
- Companion Animals
- Home Environment
- Production Animals
- Photography
- Shooting Sports
- Youth Leadership
Get Involved
The more you get involved with 4-H, the more you will get out of 4-H in terms of skills, friends, opportunities, and fun! Attend monthly club meetings to learn about local and club events. Read 4-H Fridays to learn about county, state, and national events.
Questions? Contact Us
Tracy Keifenheim
4-H Program Educator
tracy.keifenheim@wisc.edu
(920) 906-4625
Misty Jimenez
4-H Associate Educator
misty.jimenez@wisc.edu
(920) 906-4633
Sarah Stevenson
4-H Program Assistant
sarah.stevenson@wisc.edu
(920) 906-4623
You can also visit the Wisconsin 4-H website created for people who are first learning about 4-H.
