University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development

University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development offers 4-H club membership, camps, afterschool programs, and district and statewide events and opportunities for youth ages 5-18. Youth can become a member of a 4-H club, attend various camps, participate in afterschool programs, and take part in district and statewide events and opportunities.

Programs

• 4-H club membership — Youth ages 5-18 · Youth can become a member of a 4-H club.
• Camps — Youth ages 5-18 · Youth can attend various camps.
• Afterschool programs — Youth ages 5-18 · Youth can participate in afterschool programs.
• District and statewide events and opportunities — Youth ages 5-18 · Youth can grow as leaders through district and statewide events and opportunities.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Youth ages 5-18 can become a member of a 4-H club, attend various camps, participate in afterschool programs and grow as leaders through district and statewide events and opportunities.

About the provider

4-H in Idaho helps youth learn life skills through experiential learning and a positive youth development approach, with a focus on agriculture, STEM, civic engagement, and healthy living topics. In Idaho, 4-H is found in all 44 counties and three federally recognized tribes and is delivered through University of Idaho Extension. The listed 4-H professionals are Janis Steffens, Robin Baumgartner, Carrie Clarich, Matt Fisher, Tami Goetz, Mike Knutz, Scott Nash, Judith Schoenfelder, Claire Sponseller, Mandy Strey, Teresa Tverdy, and Jessie Van Buren.

Before enrolling for the first time, contact your local UI Extension office to learn about projects and programs offered in your area that suit your family’s schedule. Once you are paired with a club that offers projects your youth is interested in, 4-H professionals will guide you through the enrollment process.

Last updated November 4, 2026.