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4-H Clubs & Programs

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Program Contact

Anji Scalf, 4-H Coordinator
Phone Number360-379-5610 ext 200 Email Address • anji.scalf@wsu.edu

Project Based Clubs

Project Based Clubs are centered around a theme – they meet monthly and often work towards exhibiting in local Fairs. Some clubs have multiple projects based on the interest of the group.

Clubs renew each year and will be published as they are approved.

Horseketeers – Lead by Jenn, Katie & Emma. Projects: Vet Science, Horse, Horseless Horse.

Paws N Claws – Lead by Laurie & Sam. Projects: Cats, Expressive Arts, Leadership. Meeting schedule to be announced.

Northwest Rangers 4-H Club – Lead by Jessica & Jeanne. Projects: Adventures in Family Living, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep/Goats, Cooking, Art, Crafts. Meeting schedule to be announced.

Happy Haystacks – led by Amber & Tara. Projects: Alpaca/Llamas, Goats, Poultry, Rabbits, Fiber Arts, Metal Working, Sewing/Quilting, Woodworking, Baking, Gardening, Photography, Computers. Meeting schedule to be announced.

Quilcene Wranglers – led by Megan. Projects: Beef Breeding & Market, Crafts, Exploring Farm Animals, Expressive & Visual Arts, Filmmaking & Video Art, Gardening, Goat Breeding, Market, Novelty & Pygmy, Goat Judging, Horse, Horse Judging, Horseless Horse, Indoor & Container Gardening, Kids on the Grow! Livestock Judging, Pigeon & Dove, Poultry Breeding, Companion & Market, Public Speaking, Rabbit Breeding, Care, Market, Self Determined Animal Science, Self Determined Arts, Sheep Breeding & Market, Swing Breeding & Market, Veterinary Science. Meetings are on the 1st Monday of the Month.

Rabbit & Cavy Entrepreneurship Club – led by Stacy. Rabbit and Cavy show and breeders club. Project to center on showmanship, breeding to standard and showing rules and regulations. Schedule to be announced.

Silver Buckles Horse Club – led by Trena, Shelby & Kristen. Projects: Horse. Meetings at Chimacum School.

Sunfield Shepards – led by Helen Curry. Projects: Sheep, other small livestock. Seasonal program that requires enrollment in Sunfield School. Meeting schedule to be announced.

Golden Clovers – forming club on Marrowstone Island.

Leadership Club – forming. For Camps, Teen Conference, and Know Your Government events.

Dog Club – forming club.

Archery Club – forming. Looking for leaders!

Bike Club – forming.

Link to Event Calendar with Meeting Details

Community Based Programs

Community Based Programs are collaborations with other organizations such as Schools and other Youth Development Organizations. Participation or enrollment in a partner organization is often required to join.

Brinnon Tryers Afterschool Program – Lead by Yvette, Mike, & Scott – Starts Oct. 6th 2026. Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:20-5:20pm at the Brinnon School Gym.

How to Join

Program Information

Make a Donation to Jefferson County 4-H Programs
Leaders Council Resources
Fair Information
Care to Share Form

If you don’t see a club that fits you – consider starting a 4-H club!

A 4-H Club:

  • Is an organized group of youth.
  • Has a planned program that is ongoing thoughout all or most of the year.
  • Is advised by adult staff or volunteers.
  • Typically elects officers.
  • May meet in any location.
  • Includes opportunities to learn skills through a wide variety of project experiences.
  • Offers opportunities for leadership, citizenship/community service, and public speaking.

Steps in Establishing a 4-H Club

  1. Contact the county 4-H staff – they will walk you through the process of establishing a club.
  2. Become a leader by attending local 4-H volunteer/leader training.
  3. Obtain county and state 4-H policies and guidelines.
  4. Assess youth, parent and community needs and interests.
  5. Recruit potential club members.
  6. Conduct an organizational meeting.
  7. Recruit project leaders and distribute curricula.
  8. Complete and submit enrollment and other appropriate reports.
  9. Assist with club by-laws preparation.

Other 4-H Programs:

Workshops: Short-term programs that focus on specific topics or skills. 

Special Interest Programs: Offer unique experiences and are open to all youth, not just 4-H members. 

  • Spring Break Camps
  • Summer Day Camps
  • Try 4-H Open Houses

School Enrichment Activities: Enhance the school curriculum with experiential-based activities and resources. 

We love to partner with educators to help facilitate access to education – if you have a great idea please reach out to our County Coordinator.