Join 4-H
4-H Programs at a Glance
Our programs in science, healthy living, arts, leadership and citizenship are backed by University researchers, our Vernon County Educator, and a robust community of 4-H volunteers and professionals. Through hands-on learning, kids build not only confidence, creativity and curiosity, but also life skills such as leadership and resiliency to help them thrive today and tomorrow.
4-H Programs that Work
4-H programs are available through local 4-H clubs, 4-H camps and school programs. With the support of adult mentors, youth select from a diverse group of projects that help them learn by doing. 4-H programs are available for youth ages 8-19, with Cloverbud programs for children ages 5 to 7.
4-H programs are grounded in the belief that kids learn best by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like the arts, science, agriculture and technology in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Regardless of the project area, all 4-H programs include mentoring and career readiness as core elements.
Did you know 4-H youth are…
- 4x more likely to give back to their communities
- 2x more likely to make healthier choices
- 2x more likely to participate in STEM activities
- 4-H Youth participate in 5M science projects, 2.5M healthy living projects, and 2.5 citizenship project annually.
Ready to join Vernon County 4-H?
Our county prefers a personal approach. Choose a club near you or that fits your preference and reach out to the club leader OR contact our main, county office for advice or directions.
After you have settled on a club, head to our registration website, 4-HOnline and register yourself and your youth. We accept members year round, however our 4-H year begins in October, which is the best time to join. It is a $5 donation for each youth, and if they choose to enroll in the horse or shooting sports project, it is $1 extra. If your family needs financial assistance or cannot make the $5 donation, please contact the main office to have that covered.
To send an email to the club leader, please click on the club name.
Nerison : Adrian Wruck | Liberty Pole Boosters : Renae Diehl | Hillsboro Hotshots : Kari Defliger
Country Critters : Jennifer Miller | Springville Superstars : Brenda Torgerson | Enterprise Eagles : Jessica Jorstad
Lucky Clovers : Julie Falkers | Mississippi Steamers : Stephanie Nicklay | Davis Diggers : Tracey Goltz
Seas Branch Smithies : Savannah Steers | Riverside Badgers : Rebecca Gehrke | ViroquaTeers: Ann Schwert
If you are having difficulty knowing where to begin, starting with a club that meets at a location most convenient to you may be a helpful way to narrow down your choices. Refer to this map to see the approximate region each club meets:
