Brooke County 4-H
What is 4-H?
4-H is one of the largest youth development programs in the United States
involving more than 6.5 million young people and 540,000 youth and adult volunteers.
The focus is on helping youth learn leadership, citizenship, and life skills by
participating in projects and service.
Membership is open to any youth when he/she is in at least 9 years of age and is not older than 21 within the current 4-H year, which runs from October 1 – September 30. The Cloverbud program is open to youths ages 5-7 years of age. On a local level 4-H offers community clubs, specialty clubs, cloverbud clubs, county camp(s), club outings, Achievement Banquet, and more! In 4-H youth socialize, learn, and develop life skills in a safe, educational atmosphere.
Studies show that 4-H members- do better in school
- are more motivated to help others
- feel safe to try new things
- achieve a sense of self-esteem
- develop lasting friendships
4-H Cloverbud Program
The 4-H Cloverbud program is for youth ages 5-8 years old in grades K-2. Age-appropriate curriculum is available through the Extension Office.
Cloverbuds may show projects at a county fair and are awarded a participation ribbon. Cloverbuds may not participate in livestock shows as per WVU Extension Service guidelines.
To be eligible for Cloverbuds, a child must turn 5 years old during the 4-H year (October 1 to September 30) and be in kindergarten.
Brooke County 4-H Clubs
Any child between the ages of 5 and 21 can join 4-H by emailing Jason Rine or by calling the Brooke County Extension Office 304-737-3666 Ext. 204.
Brooke County 4-H Camps
Brooke County 4-H Camp Cloverbud Day Camp STEM/Garden Day Camp
Brooke County 4-H Leadership
Being a tribal chief/sagamore should be a challenging role and a rewarding experience. The selection of the tribal chief/sagamore for Brooke County 4-H Camp should support 4-H goals. The 4-H youth program in Brooke County promotes meaningful experiences and helps develop life skills as a result of the camper’s active participation and involvement in 4-H program events, volunteer community service, and leadership experiences. Learn more...
Adult Volunteers
Adult volunteers are an important component of the Brooke County 4-H program. Volunteers
coordinate local community clubs and help plan and conduct local, regional, state
and national 4-H events. They can even camp out at our Brooke County 4-H Camp!
Learn more...
Recent WV 4-H News
West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Winner: Healthy Living
The West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Program recognized four young leaders in 2021 in the 4-H core pillar areas of agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living, and STEM.
Levi Wright received the award for agriculture; Caroline Fox received the award for civic engagement; Rosa Williams received the award for healthy living; and John Allen received the award for STEM. Join us each Thursday in May to learn more about our 2021 Youth in Action award winners.
Each of the four winners received a $500 mini-grant to develop a significant community project, recognition at a formal award ceremony, a full scholarship to attend West Virginia 4-H Older Members Conference, an opportunity to be featured as the West Virginia 4-H Youth Spokesperson for their pillar area, support and mentorship to apply for the 2022 National 4-H Youth in Action Awards, and an official reference letter from the West Virginia State 4-H Program Leader, Brent Clark.
Read West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Winner: Healthy Living
West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Winner: Civic Engagement
The West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Program recognized four young leaders in 2021 in the 4-H core pillar areas of agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living, and STEM.
Levi Wright received the award for agriculture; Caroline Fox received the award for civic engagement; Rosa Williams received the award for healthy living; and John Allen received the award for STEM. Join us each Thursday in May to learn more about our 2021 Youth in Action award winners.
Each of the four winners received a $500 mini-grant to develop a significant community project, recognition at a formal award ceremony, a full scholarship to attend West Virginia 4-H Older Members Conference, an opportunity to be featured as the West Virginia 4-H Youth Spokesperson for their pillar area, support and mentorship to apply for the 2022 National 4-H Youth in Action Awards, and an official reference letter from the West Virginia State 4-H Program Leader, Brent Clark.
Read West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Winner: Civic Engagement
West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Winner: Agriculture
The West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Program recognized four young leaders in 2021 in the 4-H core pillar areas of agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living, and STEM.
Levi Wright received the award for agriculture; Caroline Fox received the award for civic engagement; Rosa Williams received the award for healthy living; and John Allen received the award for STEM. Join us each Thursday in May to learn more about our 2021 Youth in Action award winners.
Each of the four winners received a $500 mini-grant to develop a significant community project, recognition at a formal award ceremony, a full scholarship to attend West Virginia 4-H Older Members Conference, an opportunity to be featured as the West Virginia 4-H Youth Spokesperson for their pillar area, support and mentorship to apply for the 2022 National 4-H Youth in Action Awards, and an official reference letter from the West Virginia State 4-H Program Leader, Brent Clark.
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Beech Bottom Primary School 4-H Club
Beech Bottom Primary School
Once a month
3:10-4 p.m.
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Buffalo Clovers 4-H Club
Brooke Hills Park
3rd Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
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Clever Clovers 4-H Club
United Presbyterian Church
3rd Wednesday
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Colliers Primary School 4-H Club
Once a month
After school -
River City 4-H Club
Wellsburg United Methodist Church
4th Monday
6:30 p.m.
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Wellsburg Middle School 4-H Club
Wellsburg Middle School
Once a month
After School