Cabell 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
Cabell County 4-H Clubs
Cabell County 4-H offers a wide variety of opportunities for youth ages 5-21 years. 4-H is free to join! Our program has several community clubs, several specialty clubs, and several afterschool programs. Contact Leslie Summers for more information on 4-H clubs and when they meet.
Find a Cabell County 4-H ClubUpcoming 4-H Events
No events available at this time.
Cabell County 4-H News to Know
While no 4-H articles are currently available, don't hesitate to contact the Cabell County office with your questions or to get more information about local 4-H clubs or to learn how to join 4-H.
Recent WV 4-H News
Win up to $3,000 in the Natural Resources & Agriculture Business Pioneer Competition
West Virginia individuals or teams (up to four persons) of students in grades 9-12 from traditional, virtual or homeschool environments, or those attending career and technical centers are invited to compete in the 2023 Natural Resources and Agriculture Business Pioneer Competition.
This competition is an exciting program designed to engage talented youths in our community, state and beyond. By participating in this competition, young people will have the opportunity to jump-start their own businesses or develop essential skills for their future roles with potential employers.
Read Win up to $3,000 in the Natural Resources & Agriculture Business Pioneer Competition
4-H Volunteer Retreat
Registration is now open for the 2023 4-H Volunteer Retreat! WV 4-H Volunteers, All Stars, Adult Leaders, and Alumni (18 years or older) who serve, or want to learn more about serving, as volunteers with the West Virginia 4-H program are invited.
The conference will be held Friday, September 29, 2023 - Sunday, October 1, 2023.
Season 4, Episodes 26-30 - Energy Express on WVPB
Monday, July 24, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
To kick off today’s episode, Jen Robertson-Honecker, WVU Extension STEM Specialist, and Ben, the flashlight wizard, lead a STEM activity, teaching us how to make our own flashlights. For this activity, you will need jumbo craft sticks, LEDs, coin cell batteries, jumbo paper clips, copper tape, masking tape, scissors. If all that science worked up an appetite, you’re in luck! Susan Lily, a nutrition instructor with the WVU Extension Family Nutrition Program, walks us through how to make some delicious energy bars. For this recipe, you will need rice cereal, quick cooking oats, toasted nuts, dried cranberries, unsweetened coconut, honey, low-fat peanut butter and vanilla.
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Guyan Dotte's 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Kista Black -
Marshall Collegiate 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Sierra Rexrode -
Ona Rainbows 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Della Adkins -
Pathseekers 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Becky Bond -
Pot of Gold 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Rachel Norris -
Ridge Runners 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Rosella Call -
Rising Phoenix 4-H Club
In-School 4-H Club
Leader: Rhonda Wood
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Salt Rock Indians 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Trilla Sowards -
Teen Leaders 4-H Club
Specialty 4-H Club focusing on civic engagement and teen leadership development
Leader: Leslie Summers -
Town and Country 4-H Club
Community 4-H Club
Leader: Anita Robinson