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Welcome to Jefferson County 4-H!

Who Can Join 4-H?

4-H is open to every youth, ages 5-19 – and for adults as volunteers.

There are four age groups* in which you can do a wide variety of projects and activities:

  • Cloverbuds: ages 5-7
  • Junior: ages 8-10
  • Intermediate: ages 11-13
  • Senior: ages 14 to less than 19

*4-H “age” is determined by the age of the youth by October 1st of the current 4-H year. 

When can I join 4-H?

The 4-H year begins October 1st of each year so Fall is a great time to join 4-H.

However, depending on the club, members can usually join at any time during the year. To be able to participate in the Jefferson County Fair as a 4-H member, youth must be enrolled in a club and projects by June 1st.

Some projects have earlier deadlines for participation; check with your club leader.

What does it cost?

There is a $25/youth annual fee.

This is a once-per-year fee that allows youth to participate in as many 4-H projects as they choose (fees to participate in special-interest programs such as Know Your Government and Teen Rally vary with the program).

Financial assistance is available upon request – no youth will be denied access to 4-H programs.

Ready to get started?

Each club is lead by a volunteer(s) who will be your mentor for local programming.

Don’t know what club you want to join? Need a leader? Click the button below to be matched with a group

Step two is attending a meeting and/or event to get to know the group. Your Leader will share when the club/program meets. You can also follow our social media for reminders and updates! Facebook – Instagram

Step three after you have decided that club is for you is to enroll on 4-H Online. Click here to go to the enrollment website.

Stuck in the enrollment website? Here are links to a step by step guide and video that can help you navigate 4-H Online. Step by Step Guide (PDF) –  Video

If you have any administrative questions feel free to reach out to our coordinator – Anji Scalf.

Persons requiring reasonable accommodations must contact Anji Scalf at least 2 weeks prior to an event at 121 Oak Bay Rd. Port Hadlock WA 98339 – 360-379-5610 ext 208 or anji.scalf@wsu.edu.

4-H Family Guidebook (LINK)

Program Information

Leaders Council Resources
2026 Jefferson County 4-H Fair Premium Book
WA State 4-H Fair Info
Care to Share Form
Enroll at 4-H Online

Returning to 4-H?

October 1st marks the beginning of a brand new 4-H year for returning 4-H’ers and volunteers as well. Please remember to enroll on 4-H Online before attending 4-H meetings and events.

Notes for enrolling 4-H youth:

  • A parent/guardian is needed when completing the enrollment process.
  • As with previous years, the annual 4-H fee is $25/youth.
  • Financial assistance is available from most clubs – connect with your leader for more information.

Notes for returning 4-H volunteers:

  • You are 4-H’s greatest asset and we are so grateful that you’re interested in joining us again!
  • Please enroll in 4-H Online prior to meeting with your club.
  • Your enrollment will be approved when (1) your background check is up-to-date and all WSU required trainings are completed.

Note for new volunteers:

  • Thank you very much for considering this vital work of positive youth development! Please visit our New Volunteers page to learn about becoming a volunteer.
  • Follow this link to New Volunteers Page