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Shooting Sports Events

Through the California 4-H Shooting Sports Program, 4-H youth: Learn about the safe handling of firearms and archery equipment; Increase skills and knowledge; Develop self-confidence; Practice leadership as youth leaders.
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Events

California 4-H organizes and hosts events at the local, county, regional and state levels.
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Primary Projects

Kids aged 5 to 8 can join 4-H as Primary Members, also known as Cloverbuds. Primary Member projects and activities are based on research on positive youth development. Positive youth development means helping you grow by giving you chances to learn, make choices, and build skills.
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Animal Science

4-H Animal Science projects are popular because kids love animals! Raising an animal involves responsibility and commitment - you have a living being dependent on you. Things you will learn: Characteristics of your animal's breed. The importance of nutrition and exercise for good health.
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Beyond Ready for STEM because of 4-H

February 5th, 2025
By Eve S Dowdell
Cody Dowdell, a California 4-H alumni, is in the STEM track at Modesto Junior College. He is expanding his understanding of engineering in particular as an electrical engineering major. Cody credits 4-H as the foundation for where he is today.
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