Step One
Before joining 4-H you may be wondering..."what is 4-H exactly?" The "What is 4-H?" page and "What is Clover Kids" page on the Iowa 4-H website can answer that question! The next step is deciding which Hamilton County 4-H club or Clover Kids group you would like to join. You can choose a club based on location, age, or special interest or a Clover Kids group based on meeting dates, schools near you or the friends you have that are already enrolled! To see a list of 4-H clubs in Hamilton County check out the club directory, or contact Brynna Baumhover, our County Youth Coordinator, who will be happy to assist you! It is important that you also make contact with the 4-H club leaders, as they will give you specific information about the club such as meeting locations, dates/times, and club rules.
Step Two
In Hamilton County, 4-H and Clover Kids members are required to enroll on 4-H Online. If you need help, there are help sheets and you can always contact our office! Thanks to the generous support of the Hamilton County Extension Council, NEW Coop Foundation and the Hamilton County 4-H Foundation, the $35 enrollment fee is completely sponsored for our 4th-12th grade 4-H members. That means there is no cost to enroll in 4-H! Our Clover Kids have a $30 enrollment fee to cover supply costs. Some clubs may have a small club fee. Check with your club leader to determine what, if any, club fees are due.
Step Three
Make sure you spend some time familiarizing yourself with the 4-H program. Learn more about 4-H by checking out our complete New Member Guide. Our Project Helpers will help you get started in a project that you are passionate about. Make sure you like and follow our Facebook page and you can also check our monthly newsletter for more information about events going on in Hamilton County.