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How to Join 4-H

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Welcome to 4-H

4-H helps young people discover interests, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and learn through hands-on experiences with caring adult mentors.

Who Can Join 4-H?

  • Youth ages 5-18 as of October 1
  • Residents of any San Juan County island
  • New members welcome year-round through July 1 (subject to project deadlines)
  • No previous experience required

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 4-H year will open October 1st, 2026!

Enroll in 4-H via 4-HOnline

Find a Club → Visit a Meeting → Enroll Online → Start Your Project

How to Join 4-H

Step 1: Find Your Club(s)

Review local clubs and project areas.

4-H Clubs in San Juan County

Step 2: Contact a Club Leader

Contact a club leader or 4-H Staff, introduce your family, and arrange to visit a meeting. Most clubs are happy to welcome prospective members before enrollment.

Step 3: Create Your 4-H Online Account

Complete enrollment through 4-H Online Enrollment.

Please refer to the Member Resources page provided by Washington State 4-H if you have trouble getting enrolled or reach out the Clinton Gauthier, San Juan County 4-H Program Coordinator

Step 4: Begin Your 4-H Journey

Participate in club meetings, events, projects, and county activities.

What to Expect

Most clubs meet once or twice per month. Members participate at a level that works for their family and interests. Opportunities range from local club activities to county, state, and national events.

New Family Tip

We strongly encourage families to attend a club meeting before enrolling. Visiting a club helps youth meet members, learn about projects, and find the best fit for their interests.

Why Families Choose 4-H

  • Hands-on learning
  • Leadership development
  • Community service
  • Project-based experiences
  • Positive adult mentors
  • Friendships and belonging

What is 4-H?

4-H offers hands-on learning opportunities in more than 140 project areas, giving youth the chance to explore interests that may not be available through other local programs. From agriculture and animal science to arts, leadership, STEM, and community service, 4-H helps young people build life skills while pursuing projects they genuinely enjoy.

As the largest and oldest youth development program in the United States, 4-H has been helping young people learn by doing for more than a century.

Enrollment Costs

FeeAmount
State 4-H Program Fee$25.00
San Juan County Program Fee$10.00
Total Due at Enrollment$35.00

Financial assistance is available. No youth should be prevented from participating because of cost. Contact the Extension Office for assistance.

Not Sure Which Club Is Right?

Contact Clinton Gauthier, 4-H Coordinator, and we’ll help you:

  • Find a club
  • Explore project options
  • Understand enrollment deadlines
  • Connect with club leaders
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Program Contact

Clinton Gauthier, 4-H Program Coordinator
Phone NumberCall or Text: (360) 350-2209 Email Address • sanjuan.4-h@wsu.edu

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