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4-H Youth Development

4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.

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2022 Report to the People

Through the delivery of programs and research-based information, we serve in the areas of Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences, …

Camp Cale Days 2023

Dates: March 16 and April 13 Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Camp Cale Ages: 8 – 16 (Students will be …

Winter 4-H Youth Explore

Shake off the chill and enjoy a fun filled night exploring a winter STEM activity! Register ONLINE. Where: Camden County Center …

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Camden County Has a New 4-H Agent!

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center is proud to introduce Marcia Berry as the new Camden County 4-H & Youth …

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Kids Voting!

Camden County 4-H is excited to promote Kid’s Voting! This is our first year of participation but we hope …

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Caramel Apple Workshop

Join us November 1, 2022 at the Camden Community Room, located inside the Camden Public Library, at 118 NC …

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Kitchen Science Camp

Does your child love to cook? Are they interested in science? Then sign them up for one or both …

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Camp Cale Summer Fun Day

Come enjoy a trip out to Camp Cale complete with a cookout. There will be opportunities to fish, climb …

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Kayaking Adventures

Participants will learn paddling basics and use their new skills while exploring various waterways in Camden. This is open …

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4-H Summer Fun!

It’s that time of year again to sign up for our summer fun programs. Below is a listing of …

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Spring 4-H Events

We have some exciting things happening this Spring in Camden County 4-H. Be sure to check out our Spring …

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Camden Welcomes New 4-H Agent

Camden County Cooperative Extension is proud to introduce Angie Brickhouse as the newest member of their staff. Angie will …

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Camp Cale Fun Day

Registration for Camp Cale Fun Day, March 14th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., is now open! Youth ages …

Recent Publications related to 4-H Youth Development

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Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina Extension Agents

This resource guide explores how Early Care and Education programs serve families and show potential …

2/17/23

Houses for Wood Ducks

This educational resource for children aged 13-15 explains how to collect used materials, construct and …

Earthworm Composting

This educational resource for children aged 9-12 explains how to make a composting bin to …

Sheep Exhibitor Project Guide (7-8 Years of Age)

This factsheet offers information on showing sheep for youth aged 7-8.

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Connecting to Early Childhood Partners in Your Community

This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …

1/23/23
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Three Components of Farm to ECE: Gardening, Cooking, and Local Food Purchasing

This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …

1/23/23

Diverse, Inclusive, and Equitable Family Engagement Opportunities with Farm to ECE

This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …

1/23/23
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Farm to Early Care and Education

This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …

1/23/23