{"id":234,"date":"2014-04-30T09:10:23","date_gmt":"2014-04-30T16:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ext100.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/?page_id=234"},"modified":"2026-09-09T14:47:29","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T21:47:29","slug":"sjc-clubs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/sjc-clubs\/","title":{"rendered":"4-H Clubs in San Juan County"},"content":{"rendered":"<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\n<div class=\"wsu-cta wsu-spacing-after--small wsu-spacing-before--small\" >\n\t<a \t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/embed?src=191c17e5b797cc176f9a68d020ebd778e2c0cdd9b8e46c315dfec8855e666a59%40group.calendar.google.com&#038;ctz=America%2FLos_Angeles\"\t\n\t\tclass=\"wsu-button  wsu-button--style-action\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\tSee a Calendar of our Club Meetings\t\t\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join a San Juan County 4-H Club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Every 4-H member joins a local club where they explore their interests, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and learn through hands-on experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Not sure where to start?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Find your island below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review club descriptions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact a club leader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend a meeting before enrolling.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-callout\" >\r\n        \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New to 4-H?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Not sure which club is right for your family?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Start with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Your island of residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your child&#8217;s interests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">The projects they would like to explore<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Many families visit more than one club before deciding which is the best fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Contact the 4-H Coordinator if you need help finding the right club.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"program-contact \">\n\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/wp-content\/plugins\/cahnrs-extension-plugin\/assets\/images\/four-h.png\"\n\t\t\theight=\"75\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"75\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"extension-program-icon\"\n\t\t\talt=\"Program Icon.\"\n\t\t>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"program-contact-info\">\n\t\t<h2>Program Contact<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\tClinton Gauthier, 4-H Program Coordinator<br>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Phone Number<\/span>Call or Text: (360) 350-2209\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Email Address<\/span> \u2022\n\t\t\t<a href=\"mailto:sanjuan.4-h@wsu.edu\">sanjuan.4-h@wsu.edu<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\r\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\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find a Club by Interest<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-card-wrapper wsu-card-wrapper--per-row-4\" >\r\n    \n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image--ratio-4-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/250815-0012.jpg\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 11449px) 100vw, 11449px\"\r\n\t\t\t\talt=\"A group of youth lined up under a white tent showing poultry, including chickens and a duck, to a judge and an audience.\"\r\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\r\n\t\t\t\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\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\tAnimals\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-caption\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<strong>Horses<\/strong> &#8211; Lopez Horse Rangers<br><strong>Dogs<\/strong> &#8211; Canine Kids<br><strong>Cats<\/strong> &#8211; Caboodle Cat Club<br><strong>Small<\/strong> <strong>Animals<\/strong> &#8211; Country Critters, Fur &amp; Feathers, Lopez General<br><strong>Livestock<\/strong> &#8211; SJI Livestock, Fur &amp; Feathers, Lopez General\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image--ratio-4-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556.jpg\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556.jpg 1195w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556-396x297.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556-792x594.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260712_130556-198x148.jpg 198w\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 1195px) 100vw, 1195px\"\r\n\t\t\t\talt=\"A group of adults and children gathered around tables indoors during a meeting or community activity.\"\r\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\r\n\t\t\t\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\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\tArts &amp; Crafts\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-caption\">\r\n\t\t\t\tStill Life Society<br>Fur &amp; Feathers<br>Lopez General<br>Shaw Island 4-H\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image--ratio-4-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-scaled.jpg\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-396x528.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-792x1056.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/IMG_1118-149x198.jpg 149w\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\r\n\t\t\t\talt=\"A group of kids standing outdoors in a grassy field on a sunny day, holding up small model rockets.\"\r\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\r\n\t\t\t\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\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\tSTEM &amp; Science\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-caption\">\r\n\t\t\t\tNatural Sciences Club<br>Shaw Island 4-H<br>San Juan SPIN\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n\n<article class=\"wsu-card\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image--ratio-4-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430.jpg\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430.jpg 1195w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430-396x297.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430-792x594.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260316_150430-198x148.jpg 198w\"\r\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 1195px) 100vw, 1195px\"\r\n\t\t\t\talt=\"An adult helping young children measure ingredients during a baking activity indoors.\"\r\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\r\n\t\t\t\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\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\tFoods &amp; Baking\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-caption\">\r\n\t\t\t\tRising Star Bakers<br>Sous-per Chefs<br>Lopez General\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-callout  wsu-color-background--gray-85 wsu-border--color-vineyard wsu-border--add-left\" >\r\n        \n\n<p>San Juan County 4-H offers 15 clubs across Lopez, Orcas, Shaw, and San Juan Islands, along with county-wide opportunities in leadership and special interest projects.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Clubs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-border--add-left wsu-border--color-autumn wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--none wsu-spacing-top--none wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium\" >\r\n    \n\n<p>While our clubs are primarily listed by island, they are open to anyone county wide. Each family is responsible for providing transportation to and from club meetings and as we all know the ferry schedule is not always friendly for inter-island travel!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-border--add-left wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--none wsu-spacing-top--none wsu-border--color-pacificsky\" >\r\n    \n\n<p>No two 4-H clubs are exactly alike. Some focus on a specific project area, while others offer opportunities to explore many different interests. Browse the clubs below to find the best fit for your family, then contact a club leader to learn more and attend a meeting.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\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  wsu-heading--style-marked\">County Wide 4-H Clubs<\/h3>\n\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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Island Leaders<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Perfect for youth interested in leadership, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and helping shape the future of San Juan County 4-H. Members develop leadership skills while planning activities and representing youth voices across the county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:SanJuan.4-H@wsu.edu\">Clinton Gauthier<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Leadership &amp; Entrepreneurship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Hybrid out of Friday Harbor<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-color-background--gray-5 wsu-spacing-top--small wsu-spacing-padding-left--small wsu-spacing-padding-right--small wsu-spacing-bottom--sxxsmall wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium\" >\r\n    \n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Juan SPIN Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Designed for youth pursuing special interests or projects not currently offered through another local club. This flexible club helps members explore new ideas, emerging project areas, and individualized learning opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:SanJuan.4-H@wsu.edu\">Clinton Gauthier<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Special Interests, Short-Term Projects, Emerging Project Areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>No set meeting location or leader<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-heading--style-marked\">Lopez Island 4-H Clubs<\/h3>\n\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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lopez Horse Rangers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A great fit for youth interested in horses, horsemanship, riding skills, and responsible horse care. Members learn through hands-on experiences while building confidence and responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:Trishaarnott95@gmail.com\">Trisha Arnott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Horse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Lopez Island<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lopez General Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Ideal for families looking for a traditional community 4-H experience on Lopez Island with a variety of project opportunities. Members can explore livestock, gardening, baking, photography, small animals, leadership, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:sage.anne@gmail.com\">Sage Dilts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Livestock, Small Animal, Gardening, Baking, Photography and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Lopez Island<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-heading--style-marked\">Orcas Island 4-H Clubs<\/h3>\n\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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fur &amp; Feathers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Perfect for youth who enjoy a wide range of project opportunities, from livestock and small animals to arts, gardening, photography, and performing arts. This club offers something for nearly every interest on Orcas Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:orcasranch@gmail.com\">Dana Kinsey<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Livestock, Small Animal, Performing Arts, Crafts, Gardening, Photography, and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Orcas Island<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-heading--style-marked\">Shaw Island 4-H Clubs<\/h3>\n\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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shaw Island 4-H Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A multi-project community club that gives youth the opportunity to explore everything from animals and woodworking to STEM, arts, and rocketry. Ideal for families seeking a broad and flexible 4-H experience on Shaw Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:islandfarmgirl@gmail.com\">Jan Sanburg<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Large and Small Animals, Visual and Creative Arts, Woodworking, Rocketry, STEM, and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Shaw Island<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-heading--style-marked\">San Juan Island 4-H Clubs<\/h3>\n\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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caboodle Cat Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Designed for youth who love cats and want to learn about feline care, health, showmanship, and responsible pet ownership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:katylaveck@gmail.com\">Katy Foster<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Cats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Skagit Valley College &#8211; San Juan Center<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canine Kids<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A great choice for dog lovers interested in training, handling, showmanship, and improving communication and teamwork with their dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:aforgiewilliams@gmail.com\">Alex Forgie-Williams<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Dogs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Skagit Valley College &#8211; San Juan Center &amp; Marie Boe Building <\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Country Critters<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Perfect for youth interested in rabbits, cavies, and poultry. Members learn animal care, husbandry, showmanship, record keeping, and exhibition skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:megbrown2011@gmail.com\">Megan Brown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Cavy, Poultry, Rabbit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Marie Boe Building <\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural Sciences Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Ideal for curious youth who enjoy exploring the natural world through hands-on learning in entomology, environmental stewardship, biology, geology, and outdoor exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:megbrown2011@gmail.com\">Megan Brown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Entomology, Environmental Stewardship &amp; Exploration, Natural Sciences <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>San Juan Island<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ramblers General Club<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">An excellent starting point for new families and members looking to learn about 4-H opportunities, county activities, and project options before specializing in a particular project area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:SanJuan.4-H@wsu.edu\">Clinton Gauthier<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>General 4-H Information <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>San Juan Island as needed<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rising Star Bakers &#8211; Elementary Aged Youth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Created for younger youth who enjoy baking, cooking, and learning kitchen skills. Members build confidence while developing food preparation and nutrition knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:anthonycalandrajr@gmail.com\">Anthony Calandra<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Baking &amp; Foods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Marie Boe Building<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Juan Island Livestock<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A great fit for youth interested in large animal projects including beef, dairy, goats, sheep, and swine. Members learn animal husbandry, responsibility, leadership, and fair exhibition skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:purplexus@gmail.com\">Elexis Fredy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, Swine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Skagit Valley College &#8211; San Juan Center<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sous-per Chefs &#8211; Middle &amp; High School Aged Youth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Designed for middle and high school youth who want to expand their culinary skills, explore food science, and learn more advanced cooking techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:anthonycalandrajr@gmail.com\">Anthony Calandra<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Foods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Marie Boe Building<\/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<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Still Life Society<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Perfect for creative youth who enjoy photography, woodworking, sewing, horticulture, crafts, and other non-animal project areas. Members are encouraged to explore their interests while developing practical skills and creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:kagauthier24@gmail.com\">Kathryn Gauthier<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Woodworking Contact:<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:leslieneal@gmail.com\"> Leslie Neal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Main Projects: <\/strong>Horticulture, Photography, Woodworking, Sewing, Crafts, and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\"><strong>Meeting Location:&nbsp;<\/strong>Skagit Valley College &#8211; San Juan Center<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container\" >\r\n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interested in Starting a 4-H Club?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Don&#8217;t see a club that matches you or your youth interests? Want to help youth explore a project area you&#8217;re passionate about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Starting a 4-H club is a great way to build opportunities for young people in your community while sharing your skills, knowledge, and interests with the next generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Whether you&#8217;re interested in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Animals and agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Arts and crafts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">STEM and robotics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Outdoor education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Cooking and baking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Leadership development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xxsmall\">Or something entirely new<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>the San Juan County 4-H program can help you turn your idea into a youth learning opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-container wsu-border--add-left wsu-border--color-vineyard wsu-spacing-after--xxmedium\" >\r\n    \n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-padding-left--small\">Many of our clubs started because one caring adult saw a need and decided to help make it happen.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">We&#8217;d love to talk with you about your idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">Contact the San Juan County 4-H Office to discuss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Your project area or club concept<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volunteer certification requirements\n<ul>\n<li>Or learn more on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/4h\/volunteer-with-4-h\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8935\">Volunteer with 4-H<\/a> page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available curriculum and resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Club startup expectations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support available from county staff and volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-callout  wsu-border--color-vineyard\" >\r\n        \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Explore Your Idea?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:sanjuan.4-H@wsu.edu\">San Juan County 4-H<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\"><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (360) 350-2209<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start here before recruiting youth or selecting a meeting location. We&#8217;ll help guide you through the process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a 4-H Club?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A 4-H club is an organized group of youth who meet regularly with at least two certified adult volunteers to learn, lead, serve their communities, and explore project areas that interest them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">4-H clubs provide youth opportunities to develop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Belonging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Mastery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Independence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--sxxsmall\">Generosity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>through hands-on learning experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic Club Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">A recognized 4-H club generally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Includes at least five youth from three different families<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Meets regularly throughout the year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Provides youth leadership opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Operates under approved club guidelines or bylaws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Is led by certified and trained volunteers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Follows all Washington State 4-H policies and financial guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wsu-spacing-after--xsmall\">Welcomes all eligible youth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Planning Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">If you are interested in starting a new club:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New animal project clubs should be established by <strong>March 1<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New still life project clubs should be established by <strong>June 1<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wsu-spacing-after--small\">All new clubs must be reviewed and approved by the WSU Extension Office and comply with San Juan County 4-H Leaders Council policies.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to join an existing club? 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