Dunn County 4-H and Positive Youth Development
Welcome to Dunn County 4-H!
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.
For more than a century, Wisconsin has been a leader in 4-H youth development, giving young people throughout the state an opportunity to learn new skills, gain self-confidence and contribute to their communities. Using real-life experiences from a team of devoted educators and volunteers, 4-H members benefit from leadership training, community-building experiences and experiential-learning opportunities to better their own lives and the lives of the people around them.
The wide array of 4-H programs enriches the lives of participants and their families and strengthens Wisconsin’s communities through volunteer service, civic involvement, and leadership.
What is 4-H all about?
4-H members get involved in their communities as volunteers and youth leaders. They learn new things by completing dozens of different kinds of projects, going on trips, having parties, hosting international students, participating in local government, experimenting with science, making art, going to camp, learning to canoe or taking care of an animal. These activities are largely facilitated though, research-based youth programming, learning-by-doing, regular 4-H club meetings, and adult mentorship. 4-H fosters healthy youth and adult relationships through process solving, project development, and interactive learning. 4-H is fun. 4-H grows here!
According to the 4‑H Study of Positive Youth Development by Tufts University, 4‑H youth are:
- 6 times more likely to be at the highest levels of positive development
- More likely to see themselves going to college compared to other youth
- 25% more likely to contribute to themselves, their families, and communities
- 41% less likely to engage in high risk behaviors
The Positive Development of Youth: Comprehensive Findings from the 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development is a longitudinal study that began in 2002 and was repeated annually for eight years, surveying more than 7,000 adolescents from diverse backgrounds across 42 U.S. states. Check out the Full Report | Fact Sheet
Resources
If you have any questions regarding Dunn County 4-H, please contact:
Extension Dunn County
3001 US Hwy 12 E, Suite 216
Menomonie WI 54751-3045
Phone: 715-232-1636
Statewide 4-H News
- We are excited to offer the Advanced Space Academy next year for youth in grades 10-12. Advanced Space Academy is a weeklong educational experience where youth will travel to Huntsville, AL via coach bus and get the opportunity to train like an astronaut, learn team building skills at the Space Camp Challenge Course, participate in […]
- We are excited to extend a special invitation to you for an exclusive event, Arts Camp. This is a unique opportunity for you to explore your art spark, connect with peers from across the state, and build your artistic skills. Arts Camp participation is open to 4-Hers in grades 6-8. Arts Camp At Arts Camp, […]
- Buffalo County 4-H’s STEAM Discovery Days is one of the most anticipated programs of the year. The days focus on engagement with science, technology, engineering, art, and math learning experiences that make real world connections between what they are learning in their classroom and in their 4-H clubs. This event promotes positive academic attitude, social […]
- All young people deserve positive experiences, and inclusion benefits everyone. Paths to Inclusion is a resource guide for fully including youth of all abilities into community life. It is designed for adults who work with youth and is available in multiple formats. Learn more about what inclusion is and why it matters, what youth and […]
- National 4-H Week is October 6-12, and the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council would like to showcase that week by encouraging 4-H clubs to participate in a service project around that time. As part of this statewide project, you and your club are encouraged to create meaningful service projects to benefit your community. Community Service is […]
