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4-H offers a variety of activities for teens to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and aspirations needed for success.
The beginning place for teens to become involved in all 4-H opportunities is through local 4-H clubs. In these clubs, they can participate in activities that can include projects designed especially for teens, community service, and citizenship. Next, there are many leadership opportunities at the county and state levels including numerous boards, committees, and camps.
Check out the Older Youth Opportunities Infographic, Brochure or Table for more information!
Some opportunities include:
- Ohio 4-HÂ Conference
- 4-H Event Youth Assistant
- Citizenship Washington Focus
- Collegiate 4-H at The Ohio State University
- Awards and Scholarships
- CARTEENS
- State Fashion Board
- Teen Leadership CouncilÂ
Talk with your 4-H educator for more information about programs available in your county!
In Ohio 4-H, counselors are often 14 to 18 years of age. The counselors are responsible for the safety, well-being, education, and fun for campers. They guide campers through activities, sessions/workshops, and are involved with planning and programming of camp as. Th best practice for Ohio 4-H is a minimum of 24 hours of training with 6 of those hours of at camp. Counselors may serve at overnight, residental camps, and/or day camps.
4-H CARTEENS is a traffic safety education program for juvenile traffic offenders, conducted by 4-H teen leaders and their program partners. CARTEENS facilitators lead the program ad provide a valuable peer-to-peer perspective for participants. The program strives to reduce the number of teen and repeat juvenile traffic offenders and increase their awareness of traffic/vehicular safety.
Food and Fashion Board members play a role in the planning and organizing of events related to food and nutrition, and clothing and textile projects. While specific responsibilities differ from county-to-county, board members often facilitate workshops, provide assistance at project judging, and serve as mentors to younger members.
Junior Fair Board members play an integral role in the direction of their respective county's junior fair. Junior Fair Board members must be willing and available to dedicate a tremendous amount of time, energy, and effort to the success of the junior fair. These responsibilities often include meetings throughout the year, preparation days, judging events, and the county fair.
Teen Leaders or Junior Leaders clubs or groups provide an opportunity for teens to improve leadership skills while working together in a social environment. Teens increase their skills in leadership, citizenship, and community service and develop social skills through interaction with their peers and adult leaders.
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