The 4-H Program creates a supportive environment for youth to reach their full potential through educational activities for youth.
Age: Youth are eligible to join 4-H in fourth grade through twelfth grade.
4-H Clubs: There are about 11 clubs located throughout Monona County. Families may join a club of their choice. Each club has adults who volunteer to help members.
Meetings: Club meetings are held once a month. The meetings consists of recreation, business meeting, presentations and refreshments.
Members: Youth are to attend club meetings, participate in 4-H events, set goals, evaluate their 4-H experiences and have fun while learning.
Projects: Youth learn new skills through project work. There are over a 100 different project areas. Part of the fun of project work is being able to exhibit at the County Fair.
Parents/guardians are an important part of 4-H. Parents are encourage to attend meetings and participate in 4-H activities.
Monona County 4-H Program brochure
Volunteering Opportunities for Adults: 4-H has many opportunities for adults to volunteer, from a single event to a whole year or being a club leader and beyond.
For more information on 4-H in Monona County:
Print this form, fill out the info, and mail to:
Monona County Extension
119 Iowa Avenue
Onawa, IA 51040
Call Nancy McGrain at (712) 423-2175
Or, email Nancy McGrain at nmcgrain@iastate.edu.
K. Rock
8/21/2009