Ready to join?
For more information or to get
started in 4-H please contact
West Otter Tail County Extension
Tammy Nordick [email protected]
Sharon Funk [email protected]
505 South Court Street
Fergus Falls MN 56537
218-998-8760
www.fourh.umn.edu
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West Otter Tail County 4-H
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How often and where do 4-H
Clubs meet?
What is 4-H?
4-H is a youth led organization that encourages
Learning by Doing by providing fun opportunities for enhancing
creativity, encouraging confidence, and equipping leaders.
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For youth grades K - one year post high school
Families join or form clubs that meet throughout the year
Youth take leadership roles within clubs
What are 4-H projects?
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How do I join 4-H?
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West Otter Tail (WOT) 4-H has several
different types of clubs that you can join!
Some clubs specialize in certain areas, others
are held after school, and traditional clubs
cover all interest areas.
Fun, hands-on, challenging learning
experiences on subjects chosen by
the 4-H’er.
Everything from rabbits to robots,
woodworking, photography & more.
Whatever your interest area, there is a
place for you in 4-H!
What can I do in 4-H?
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Call 218-998-8760 to talk with the 4-H
Program Coordinator, Tammy Nordick, to find
the right club for you.
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What does it cost?
4-H is free to join! Some opportunities may
have a fee but scholarships and waivers are
always available.
Most Clubs meet once a month at
member’s homes, community
centers, churches, etc.
The 4-H year begins in the fall but
you can join any time.
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Who runs 4-H?
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University of Minnesota Extension
conducts the Minnesota 4-H Program
through county coordinators.
Local volunteers and other
organizations work in partnership with
county staff.
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Compete at the county & state fairs
Attend camps as counselors or
campers
Attend leadership trainings in
Washington, D.C.
Compete in the 4-H bowling
tournament
Serve as 4-H Ambassadors
Compete at State events
(Dog Show, Horse Show, State Shoot, Project Bowl)
AND MUCH MORE
What do the four H’s stand for?
4-H Pledge
I pledge
my HEAD to clearer thinking,
my HEART to greater loyalty,
my HANDS to larger service, and
my HEALTH to better living,
for my family, my club, my community,
my country and my world.