Brown County 4-H Youth Development

Brown County 4-H Youth Development offers hands-on projects in areas such as Cloverbuds (K–2), large and small animal science, expressive arts, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), shooting sports, outdoor education in natural sciences, plant and soil science, family, home and health, and cultural projects. The program also allows participants to start their own project and take part in leadership and community-focused activities. Every 4-H member selects one or more projects to complete during the year and participates in a series of educational activities related to those projects, often led by a volunteer leader.

• Ages: 5–18 years old

Through hands-on, experiential learning, Brown County 4-H Youth Development offers more than 300 programs and projects for youth in 5K through 13th grade and their families in a variety of methods. The mission of the Brown County 4-H Program is to provide opportunities for personal growth and to encourage the positive development of youth, their families, and their communities. Brown County 4-H Positive Youth Development is described as a community of young people, mentored by adults, coming together to have fun while learning life and leadership skills from kindergarten through 13th grade. The leadership team includes Melinda Pollen, 4-H Youth Development Educator; Jon Hill, 4-H Program Educator; and Jennifer Bartkowski, 4-H Program Instructor. The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.

Last updated July 26, 2026.