{"id":15431,"date":"2026-09-09T14:45:34","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T21:45:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/?page_id=15431"},"modified":"2026-09-09T14:58:44","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T21:58:44","slug":"san-juan-county-4-h-family-guidebook","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/san-juan-county-4-h-family-guidebook\/","title":{"rendered":"San Juan County 4-H Family Guidebook"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wsu-hero wsu-width--full wsu-pattern--wsu-light-radial-left  wsu-hero--size-xsmall \">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image-frame--fill\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg\"\n\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/AdobeStock_893811416-scaled.jpg 198w\"\n\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\n\t\talt=\"A serene bay at sunset with calm water reflecting the bright sun, dotted with anchored sailboats and forested hills in the background.\"\n\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\n\t\t\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wsu-overlay wsu-pattern-after wsu-overlay--light wsu-pattern--none\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 id=\"title-id-6aa3f65d550e0\" class=\"wsu-title wsu-hero__title\"><span>San Juan County 4-H Family Guidebook<\/span><\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-caption wsu-hero__copy\">\n\t\t\t\tAcross our Islands. Across our Projects. Across our Community. We Learn by Doing!\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--sidebar-left\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<section  class=\"wsu-section wsu-dropshadow--low wsu-border--add-top wsu-spacing-before--none wsu-spacing-top--sxxsmall wsu-color-background--white wsu-border--color-crimson\"  >\r\n        \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--large\">4-H Site Navigation<\/h2>\n\n\n    <nav class=\"wsu-navigation-vertical wsu-vertical-menu\">\n        <ul id=\"wsu-site-menu\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse wsu-menu-collapse--style-vertical\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/\">4-H Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/to-join\/\">How to Join 4-H<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/\">Volunteer with 4-H<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu Volunteer with 4-H\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/4-h-volunteer-application\/\">4-H Volunteer Application<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/4-h-volunteer-reference-form\/\">4-H Volunteer Reference Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/san-juan-county-4-h-family-guidebook\/\">San Juan County 4-H Family Guidebook<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/sjc-clubs\/\">4-H Clubs in San Juan County<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/\">2026 SJC 4-H Fair<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu 2026 SJC 4-H Fair\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-fair-schedule\/\">2026 4-H Fair Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-fair-book\/\">4-H Fair Book<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/entering-exhibits-into-fair-entry\/\">Entering Exhibits into Fair Entry<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-auctions-information\/\">4-H Auctions Information<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu 4-H Auctions Information\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n\t<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-auctions-information\/livestock-auction-buyers-guide\/\">Livestock Auction Buyers Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/silent-auction-buyers-guide\/\">Silent Auction Buyers Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-auctions-information\/livestock-market-animal-auction-committee-lmaac-memorandum\/\">LMAAC Memorandum Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/fair-and-auction\/4-h-auctions-information\/4-h-intent-to-sell-form\/\">Intent to Sell Form<\/a><\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/resources-for-families\/\">Resources for Families<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/resources-for-clubs-and-volunteers\/\">Resources for Clubs &amp; Volunteers<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu Resources for Clubs &amp; Volunteers\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/4-h-volunteer-of-the-month-nominations\/\">4-H Volunteer of the Month Nominations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/san-juan-county-4-h-volunteer-hour-submissions\/\">4-H Volunteer Hour Submissions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/resources-for-clubs-and-volunteers\/san-juan-county-club-leader-directory\/\">San Juan County Club &amp; Leader Directory<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/leaders-council\/\">4-H Leaders\u2019 Council<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu 4-H Leaders\u2019 Council\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/leaders-council\/san-juan-county-leaders-council-policy\/\">San Juan County Leaders Council Policy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/leaders-council\/eas-information-application\/\">EAS Information &amp; Application<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/leaders-council\/4-h-leaders-council-archive\/\">4-H Leaders\u2019 Council Archive<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/deadlines\/\">4-H Dates &amp; Deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/projects-and-programs-new\/\">Projects and Programs<\/a><button aria-label=\"{Open submenu Projects and Programs\" class=\"wsu-menu-collapse--action-toggle\"><\/button>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/projects-and-programs-new\/agriculture-livestock-projects\/\">Agriculture &amp; Livestock Projects<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/projects-and-programs-new\/arts-healthy-living-projects\/\">Arts &amp; Healthy Living Projects<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/projects-and-programs-new\/animal-science-stem-projects\/\">Animal Science &amp; STEM Projects<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/projects-and-programs-new\/civic-engagement-projects\/\">Civic Engagement Projects<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/teens\/\">4-H Teens &amp; Leadership<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/support-4-h\/\">Give to 4-H<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/nav>\n\n    <\/section>\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<div class=\"cahnrs-auto-toc\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\" data-toc-max=\"0\">\n\t<div class=\"cahnrs-auto-toc__title\">\n\t\t<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"cahnrs-toc-toggle\" aria-controls=\"cahnrs-auto-toc-list\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Toggle table of contents\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"cahnrs-toc-toggle__label\">Hide<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"cahnrs-toc-toggle__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<ul class=\"cahnrs-auto-toc__list\" id=\"cahnrs-auto-toc-list\">\n\t<li><a href=\"#program-contacts\">\nProgram Contacts\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-h-basics\">\n4-H Basics\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#the-4-h-pledge\">\nThe 4-H Pledge\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-join-san-juan-county-4-h\">\nWhy Join San Juan County 4-H?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#whats-new-for-2026-2027\">\nWhat&#8217;s New for 2026-2027?\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-clubs-forming\">\nNew clubs forming\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-project-opportunities\">\nNew project opportunities\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fair-rule-changes\">\nFair rule changes\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-to-4-h-start-here\">\nNew to 4-H? Start Here\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-1-find-a-club\">\nStep 1: Find a Club\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-2-attend-a-meeting\">\nStep 2: Attend a Meeting\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-3-enroll-online\">\nStep 3: Enroll Online\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-4-choose-projects\">\nStep 4: Choose Projects\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-5-stay-connected\">\nStep 5: Stay Connected\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-6-participate\">\nStep 6: Participate\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-7-showcase-your-learning\">\nStep 7: Showcase Your Learning\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-8-complete-your-year\">\nStep 8: Complete Your Year\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-is-a-4-h-project\">\nWhat Is a 4-H Project?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-is-expected-of-families\">\nWhat Is Expected of Families?\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#support-participation\">\nSupport Participation\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#stay-informed\">\nStay Informed\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#encourage-learning\">\nEncourage Learning\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#volunteer\">\nVolunteer\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#communicate\">\nCommunicate\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ways-parentsguardians-can-help\">\nWays Parents\/Guardians Can Help\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">\nWhat Does a Typical 4-H Year Look Like?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like-2\">\nEnrollment and Reenrollment\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#steps-for-enrollment\">\nSteps for enrollment\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#useful-links\">\nUseful links:\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like-3\">\nAge Divisions\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#steps-for-enrollment-2\">\nAge as of October 1\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#useful-links-2\">\nYouth must be Junior age or older for:\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like-4\">\nParent Quick Reference Calendar\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like-5\">\nMajor Dates to Remember\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#clubs-and-projects\">\nClubs and Projects\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#youth-leadership-opportunities\">\nYouth Leadership Opportunities\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#club-leadership\">\nClub Leadership\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#county-leadership\">\nCounty Leadership\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#state-leadership\">\nState Leadership\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#county-fair-and-4-h\">\nCounty Fair and 4-H\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-fair-fits-into-4-h\">\nHow Fair Fits Into 4-H\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#county-fair-roadmap\">\nCounty Fair Roadmap\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#record-books\">\nRecord Books\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#volunteers\">\nVolunteers\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#code-of-conduct-and-enrollment-agreements\">\nCode of Conduct and Enrollment Agreements\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#need-help\">\nNeed Help?\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#resources\">\nResources\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#contact-us\">\nContact Us\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#grievances\">\nGrievances\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">\nFrequently Asked Questions\n<\/a>\n<ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-i-have-to-participate-in-fair\">\nDo I have to participate in fair?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-if-my-family-doesnt-own-animals\">\nWhat if my family doesn&#8217;t own animals?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-much-time-does-4-h-require\">\nHow much time does 4-H require?\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-i-have-to-volunteer\">\nDo I have to volunteer?\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#current-clubs-in-san-juan-county\">\nCurrent Clubs in San Juan County\n<\/a><\/li>\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-border--add-left wsu-dropshadow--medium wsu-border--color-vineyard wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<p>Welcome to another exciting year of San Juan County 4-H!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your family is brand new to 4-H or returning for another year, this guide is designed to help you navigate the 4-H year with confidence. Inside you will find information about enrollment, projects, county events, leadership opportunities, the San Juan County Fair, important deadlines, and ways to get involved as a family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our Motto:<\/strong> To Make the Best Better<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our Slogan:<\/strong> Learn by Doing<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"program-contacts\">Program Contacts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div \n\tclass=\"wsu-people-list \"\n\tdata-component-id=\"9cbe6985bd5942edbfab85fcaad9a76f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-className=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-count=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-page=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-nid=\"cjgauthier, cblethen\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-classification=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-university-category=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-university-location=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-university-organization=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-tag=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-profile-order=\"cjgauthier\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-display-fields=\"photo,name,title,office,email,phone\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-focus-area-label=\"Focus Area\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-website-link-text=\"Website\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-profile-link=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-headingTag=\"h2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-columns=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-photo-size=\"medium\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-photo-srcset=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-filters=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-only-show-selected-term-values=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-exclude-term-values=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-include-term-values=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-directory-filter-label=\"Filter by Area\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-directory-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-category-filter-label=\"Filter by Category\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-category-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-classification-filter-label=\"Filter by Classification\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-classification-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-location-filter-label=\"Filter by Location\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-location-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-organization-filter-label=\"Filter by Organization\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-organization-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-search-filter-label=\"Type to search\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-tag-filter-label=\"Filter by Tag\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-tag-filter-terms=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-directory=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-exclude-child-directories=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-show-profile=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-indexProfiles=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-use-custom-profile-link=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-use-organization=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-custom-profile-link=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-base-url=\"https:\/\/people.wsu.edu\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-children=\"\"\n\t\t><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-h-basics\">4-H Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">The 4-H\u2019s &#8211; HEAD HEART HANDS HEALTH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">4-H SYMBOL &#8211; A green 4 leaf clover with a white \u201cH\u201d on each of its leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">COLORS &#8211; Green and White<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">SLOGAN \u201cLearn by Doing\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">MOTTO \u201cTo Make the Best Better\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">SPORTSMANSHIP MOTTO \u201cKeep your head when you win and your heart when you lose.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">MISSION &#8211; to empower youth to reach their full potential through positive youth development, fostering leadership, and developing life skills, with a focus on citizenship, healthy living, and science<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">VISION &#8211; A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-4-h-pledge\">The 4-H Pledge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I pledge my Head to clearer thinking,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My Heart to greater loyalty,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My Hands to larger service,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My health to better living,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For my club, my community, my country, and my world.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-join-san-juan-county-4-h\">Why Join San Juan County 4-H?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>4-H fills a gap in San Juan County that many of our other great youth programs can\u2019t. We offer experiential learning in over 140 state sponsored 4-H projects, many of which are not widely available through other youth programs in San Juan County. We are uniquely positioned as the primary youth agriculture education outlet in San Juan County. We provide opportunities for youth to develop life skills while exploring project areas that genuinely interest them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Through San Juan County 4-H youth can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Build lifelong friendships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn new skills and hobbies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with caring adult mentors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore leadership opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve their communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibit projects at fair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Travel to regional and state events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop confidence and independence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-for-2026-2027\">What&#8217;s New for 2026-2027?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-clubs-forming\">New clubs forming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Natural Sciences Club on San Juan Island<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-project-opportunities\">New project opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Planning is underway for potential Shooting Sports opportunities on San Juan and Orcas Islands. State-required volunteer training is scheduled for November.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fair-rule-changes\">Fair rule changes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Fair Book is being redesigned with a simpler format, clearer class descriptions, and improved organization for exhibitors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-to-4-h-start-here\">New to 4-H? Start Here<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Getting started is easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-find-a-club\">Step 1: Find a Club<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Explore local clubs and connect with a club leader to learn more about meeting schedules and project opportunities. A list of clubs is located at the end of this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-attend-a-meeting\">Step 2: Attend a Meeting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Visit a club meeting and determine if the club is a good fit for your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-enroll-online\">Step 3: Enroll Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Create your family account in 4-H Online and complete enrollment for all youth and volunteers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4-choose-projects\">Step 4: Choose Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Select one or more project areas that your club offers and that interest your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Livestock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Horse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Rabbits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Poultry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Photography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Sewing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Robotics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Gardening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Public Speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">And so many more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5-stay-connected\">Step 5: Stay Connected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Read monthly newsletters and communications from your club leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-6-participate\">Step 6: Participate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Attend club meetings, project activities, workshops, and community events throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-7-showcase-your-learning\">Step 7: Showcase Your Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Many members share their project work at the San Juan County Fair through exhibits, presentations, educational displays, and showmanship competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-8-complete-your-year\">Step 8: Complete Your Year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Finish your record book by September 30 to complete the 4-H year and qualify for year-end recognition and awards.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-a-4-h-project\">What Is a 4-H Project?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A project is simply a topic that a youth chooses to explore and learn about during the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Projects help members:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Build skills and knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop responsibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share what they have learned<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some members participate in one project while others participate in several.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-expected-of-families\">What Is Expected of Families?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Successful 4-H experiences are built on family involvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Families are encouraged to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"support-participation\">Support Participation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Help youth attend meetings, activities, and events. Parents are always welcome to stay and participate in club meetings, activities, and events. Please confirm with the club leader or event coordinator before leaving a youth unattended at a meeting or event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay-informed\">Stay Informed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Read newsletters, emails, and club communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"encourage-learning\">Encourage Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Support project work at home and celebrate progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"volunteer\">Volunteer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">4-H is made possible by volunteers. Families are encouraged to help with activities, events, and county programs whenever possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"communicate\">Communicate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Stay in contact with club leaders and county staff regarding questions or challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ways-parentsguardians-can-help\">Ways Parents\/Guardians Can Help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Become a certified volunteer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with fair setup, exhibit supervision, barn coverage, Marie Boe Building coverage, and other valuable pieces during fair.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with transportation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share project expertise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve on committees or Leaders Council<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask questions and be willing to learn along with your youth!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">What Does a Typical 4-H Year Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-card-wrapper  wsu-card-group--spacing-none wsu-card-wrapper--per-row-3\" >\r\n    \n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-card__content\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wsu-title \">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFall (October)\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-card__content-custom\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Enroll<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Join a club<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Elect officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Begin project work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-card__content\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wsu-title \">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWinter\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-card__content-custom\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Club activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Leadership events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-card__content\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wsu-title \">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSpring\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-card__content-custom\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Prepare projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Youth fairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-card__content\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wsu-title \">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSummer\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-card__content-custom\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Fair entry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">County Fair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Exhibits and shows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-card__content\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wsu-title \">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFall (September)\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-card__content-custom\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Record books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Awards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Start next year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">Enrollment and Reenrollment<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"steps-for-enrollment\">Steps for enrollment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li>Contact a club leader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend a club meeting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete enrollment through 4-H Online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay enrollment fees or request financial assistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow county communications for opportunities and deadlines.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"useful-links\">Useful links:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/4honline.com\/#\/landing\">4-H Online<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/\">San Juan County 4-H Website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/sjc-clubs\/\">4-H Clubs in San Juan County<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/resources-for-families\/\">Family Resources Page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/resources-for-clubs-and-volunteers\/\">Club Resources Page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SJC4HStaff\">Staff Facebook Page<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/sanjuan4h\">Unofficial 4-H Community Group<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sjc_4h\/\">Instagram<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">Age Divisions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"steps-for-enrollment\">Age as of October 1<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>Cloverbud 5-7 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Junior 8-10 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intermediate 11-13 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Senior 14-18 years old<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"useful-links\">Youth must be Junior age or older for:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Shooting Sports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large Animal Projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Livestock Auction Participation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Still Life Auction Participation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">Parent Quick Reference Calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">October<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Enrollment Opens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Year Kickoff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Achievement Awards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">November<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Teen Rally<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">December<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Club Financial Reports Due<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">January<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Know Your Government Registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Country Living Expo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">February<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Know Your Government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>San Juan County Ag Summit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">March<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>San Juan County Youth Fair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">April<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Whatcom County Youth Fair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Market Beef Ownership Deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">May<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fair Eligibility Deadline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scholarship Applications Open<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Horse Paperwork Due<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Horses, Breeding Beef, Alpacas, Llamas, and Dairy Ownership Deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">June<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fair Entry Opens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spring Animal Weigh-In<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teen Conference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swine, Sheep, Goat, Cat, and Dog Ownership Deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">July<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fair Entry Closes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Auction Forms Due<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rabbit, Poultry, and Cavy Ownership Deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>County Fair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record Books Due<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">September<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>End of 4-H Year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-typical-4-h-year-look-like\">Major Dates to Remember<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">October 1: Enrollment Opens<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">May 1: Project Enrollment Deadline for Fair<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">June 1 \u2013 July 15: Fair Entry Open for Fair Exhibit Registration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">August 19-22, 2027: San Juan County Fair<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">September 30: Record Books Due &amp; The End of the 4-H Year<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"clubs-and-projects\">Clubs and Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">4-H members participate through local community clubs and project areas that match their interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A <strong>project<\/strong> is a topic that a member explores throughout the year. Projects help youth build skills, set goals, solve problems, develop responsibility, and share what they have learned with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Project areas may include:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<ul>\n<li>Livestock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Horses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rabbits and Cavies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poultry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dogs and Cats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sewing and Fiber Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gardening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>STEM and Robotics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public Speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Members may enroll in one project or several projects depending on their interests and available time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project opportunities vary by club and volunteer availability. Some projects meet regularly with a project leader, while others are completed more independently with support from family members, mentors, and volunteers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family is interested in a project that is not currently offered, please contact the Extension Office to learn about available resources or volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4-H curriculum and educational resources are available through the county office and Washington State University Extension.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"youth-leadership-opportunities\">Youth Leadership Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"club-leadership\">Club Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Committee Chairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Meeting Responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"county-leadership\">County Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Island Leaders Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Leaders Council Participation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"state-leadership\">State Leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Teen Rally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Know Your Government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Teen Conference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Additional State Events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Leadership opportunities help youth develop public speaking, teamwork, decision-making, and service skills.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"county-fair-and-4-h\">County Fair and 4-H<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-fair-fits-into-4-h\">How Fair Fits Into 4-H<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">The San Juan County Fair is an opportunity for members to showcase what they have learned throughout the year. While participation in fair is encouraged, the fair is only one part of the 4-H experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Members may participate through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Exhibits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Educational Posters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Demonstrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Showmanship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Animal Projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Leadership Activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"county-fair-roadmap\">County Fair Roadmap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Spring:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Confirm project requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>June:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Complete fair entry<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>July:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Verify entries and submit auction forms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>August:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Attend orientation and participate in the County Fair<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>September:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Complete your record book<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"record-books\">Record Books<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Record books help members:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Set goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record project accomplishments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflect on growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Complete record books are required to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Complete the 4-H year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive year pins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qualify for scholarships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qualify for county awards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Cloverbuds are encouraged but not required to complete record books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Record books are more than paperwork. They help members reflect on their learning, document goals and accomplishments, and develop important life and career skills.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"volunteers\">Volunteers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">4-H depends on caring volunteers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Volunteer opportunities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Club Leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Project Leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Event Volunteers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Fair Volunteers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Committee Members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Individuals serving in official volunteer roles must complete WSU enrollment, screening, and training requirements. Volunteers do not need prior 4-H experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For detailed volunteer requirements please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/\">Volunteer with 4-H webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"code-of-conduct-and-enrollment-agreements\">Code of Conduct and Enrollment Agreements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Participation in 4-H requires agreement to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/4-h-program-policies\/consents-and-releases\/#4-h-youth-code-of-conduct\">Washington State 4-H Code of Conduct<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/4-h-program-policies\/consents-and-releases\/#media-release\">Photo Release Policies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/4-h-program-policies\/consents-and-releases\/#4-h-assumption-of-risk-release-of-liability\">Assumption of Risk Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/4-h-program-policies\/consents-and-releases\/#survey-and-evaluation-permissions\">Evaluation Participation Consent<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">These agreements are reviewed and accepted during enrollment through 4-H Online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Full policy documents are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/4h\/4-h-program-policies\/\">Washington State 4-H website<\/a> and through the Extension Office upon request.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"need-help\">Need Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"resources\">Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Your first resource should always be your club leaders!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Additional support is available from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">San Juan County 4-H Staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">County Leaders Council<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">San Juan County 4-H Website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Monthly Newsletter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contact-us\">Contact Us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:SanJuan.4-H@wsu.edu\">SanJuan.4-H@wsu.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (360) 350-2209<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Office Physical &amp; Mailing:<\/strong><br>221 Weber Way, Lower Level<br>Friday Harbor, WA 98250<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"grievances\">Grievances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">If you have a concern related to the leaders council rules or procedures, believe that a leaders council rule or procedure has been incorrectly applied or interpreted, or you feel that you were somehow treated unjustly, please follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li>4-H club or project leaders can answer most questions. Talk to your 4-H Club or project leader as your first action. If talking to your club or project leader is not appropriate, go to step 2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your concern cannot be resolved by your club or project leader, complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/care-to-share-form\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"9540\">Care to Share Form<\/a> and turn it in to the 4-H office and\/or 4-H Council Executive Committee member. The issue will be decided by a grievance committee including 4-H staff and the Council Executive Committee. This form is available at the County Extension Office and online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For concerns or grievances of a more serious or personal nature please contact the extension office directly or complete and send the Care to Share form to the 4-H Coordinator or Extension Director.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For grievances occurring during the San Juan County Fair, there is a separate grievance process that is outlined in the 4-H Fair Book.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-i-have-to-participate-in-fair\">Do I have to participate in fair?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">No. Fair participation is encouraged but not required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-if-my-family-doesnt-own-animals\">What if my family doesn&#8217;t own animals?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Many 4-H projects do not involve animals. Youth can participate in photography, sewing, cooking, STEM, leadership, environmental education, and many other project areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-much-time-does-4-h-require\">How much time does 4-H require?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Participation varies by project and family goals. Most members attend regular club meetings and spend additional time working on their projects throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-i-have-to-volunteer\">Do I have to volunteer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">No, but certified volunteer support helps strengthen the program. If you are interested in sharing your expertise with youth, we would love to talk with you about volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"current-clubs-in-san-juan-county\">Current Clubs in San Juan County<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A calendar of our standard club meetings can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/embed?src=191c17e5b797cc176f9a68d020ebd778e2c0cdd9b8e46c315dfec8855e666a59@group.calendar.google.com&amp;ctz=America\/Los_Angeles\">4-H Website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">The current club list can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/sjc-clubs\/\">4-H Clubs in San Juan County<\/a> webpage.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Program Contacts<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":130,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_wsuwp_accessibility_report":null},"categories":[],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/15431"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/130"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15431"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/15431\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15472,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/15431\/revisions\/15472"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15431"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15431"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15431"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}