In support of these goals, we are pleased to offer you two series of newsletters titled Family Fun and Family Connections. Both sets complement the six learning areas in the Off to Adventure curriculum.
Each Family Fun newsletter provides an overview of a learning area, suggests enjoyable family activities, and...
4-H Adventures is an informal educational program designed for children in grades K–3. The program supports young children’s natural curiosity, enthusiasm for learning, and high energy levels by giving them an opportunity for active learning. The 4-H Adventures program encourages children to have fun, develop friendships, and learn about their...
The Beginning Level of food preservation is for members of any age who are just starting the project. You might spend up to 3 years in this level as you learn the basic procedures and try the different methods.
This publication contains the 4-H Natural Science Project Record (4-H 303LR-a) and a complete set of specific project data sheets. In addition to the 4-H Natural Science Project Record, members may choose to use the specific data sheets with their project of choice. Please photocopy data sheets for members who...
Published July 2000. Revised February 2011. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Research has shown that youth learn best by doing.1 Active involvement of the learner is the key. Teaching knowledge and skills by using a variety of tools and techniques will provide good learning experiences for all 4-H members. Remember that “learn by doing” is a basic concept in 4-H, and...
Meat from big game animals (such as deer, antelope, elk, moose, and bear) is a nutritious choice for family meals. You'll enjoy eating it when it's good quality and well-prepared. For best flavor, it's important to handle game carcasses carefully and to butcher and store the meat correctly. This publication...
Ripening tomatoes are a familiar sight in Pacific Northwest gardens and fields during the late summer months. Because the storage life of fresh tomatoes is limited, many households preserve them for year-round enjoyment. Home canning is one of the most popular preservation methods.
When canning tomatoes and tomato products, safe...
When you want to talk about dairy cattle with someone, you need accurate, meaningful vocabulary words (terminology or terms) in order to understand each other. When you give a set of reasons, an accurate set of terms is just as important as it is in conversation. Also, to compare one...
4-H advancement programs consist of a series of steps that provide a framework for progressive learning within a specific project area. Advancement programs encourage 4-H members to learn at their own speed based on their interests and abilities. Advancement programs are self-paced, and age- and skill-level appropriate. Advancement programs can...
Published July 2000. A more recent revision exists. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Oregon is a wonderful state. Forested land is found in every region. It's good to know about the types of plants and land use that dominate your home state. The goals of the Oregon 4-H Forestry Project are to give factual, science-based information about forests and to give you a...
4-H Advancement programs consist of a series of steps that provide a framework for progressive learning within a specific project area. Advancement programs aid 4-H members to move at their own speed by encouraging self-learning that is based on their interests and abilities. Advancement programs are also self-paced, and age-...
Growing vegetables is a great way to learn about plants. You’ll also provide fresh produce for your family and feel a sense of accomplishment.
When you display your vegetables at a fair or exhibition, you get a chance to show the results of your efforts. You can learn more about...
Herbs are grown for three main uses: culinary (cooking), craft, and medicinal. Culinary herbs are generally used for seasoning and garnish. Herbs used for crafts are usually grown for their aromatic qualities and used to make potpourri.
Because there can be adverse health effects, the Oregon 4-H Herb Project does...
As you feel comfortable with one aspect of the program, youʼll want to challenge yourself to take on new leadership experiences. Youʼve probably discovered that, along with your members, you, too, are gaining new knowledge. Many opportunities are available for 4-H leaders to learn more about the 4-H program, make...
Now that youʼve had several club meetings and the members are excited about their project work, youʼd probably like to consider other
families. Ask at your local Extension office about the many 4-H activities available to your members. Watch for announcements and descriptions of these in your county 4-H newsletters...
• How to recruit 4-H members and how many should we have?
• How can I enroll my group as a 4-H club?
• What about project materials?
• Are there dues for 4-H members?
• What about insurance?
• Where will our club meet?
• How often will our...