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How to Enroll in 4-H Online 2.0

Welcome to the New Hanover County 4-H Youth Development program! As a member or volunteer, you are required to enroll in 4-H online 2.0 each year so we can keep your information accurate and…

1937 4-H Health Festival in New Hanover County

The Rich History of North Carolina 4-H

4-H began in the early 1900s as a way to bring hands-on learning to young people, especially in rural communities. The four H’s — Head, Heart, Hands, and Health — represent the values that continue…

Showing livestock through 4-H teaches essential life skills, including responsibility, patience, sportsmanship, and time management. Photo courtesy of Cecilia Tadt

From 4-H Member to Agent: Cecilia Tadt Joins New Hanover County

For Cecilia Tadt, joining New Hanover County 4-H is more than a new job; it is the continuation of a lifelong journey that began when she was five years old. Growing up in a 4-H family, Cecilia has…

Discover Youth Art & Activities at the 2025 Art in the Arboretum

Written by EMGVA intern Erica Noble Gather all your friends and family and enjoy a pleasant autumn day during the 29th annual Art in the Arboretum! This festival will take place at the N.C.…

Everyday Essentials: Teaching Teens the Skills That Matter Most

N.C. Cooperative Extension has always been rooted in skill building. In its early days, the focus was on teaching methods to improve crop yields and implement best management practices on the farm.…

Various Counties Attending the Clover Gala

Exploring the Future at 4-H Congress

Earlier this summer, I had the opportunity to attend NC 4-H Congress with one of our local teens. Held annually in Raleigh, Congress brings together 4-H youth from across the state, ages 12 and up,…

A Beginner’s Guide to Field Journaling

Biologists have always had a natural itch for classifying and organizing life on Earth. Carl Linnaeus, the father of taxonomy, created binomial nomenclature during the 18th century. Linnaeus was so…

4-H youth presenting how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich at county activity day 2025 - provided by Megan Sweeney

Voices of the Future: Why Youth Public Speaking Matters

Now, maybe it’s just me — but growing up, I was absolutely terrified of speaking in front of anyone other than my immediate family. School projects? A nightmare. Science fair? Terrifying. Honestly,…

Our Scaly Neighbors

The Wonderful World of ReptilesWritten by 4-H Youth Development Agent - Alex EakerPicture this: you’re about 5 inches tall, the sun is scorching down on you and all you can think about is a nice cool…

Sandy beach shoreline with waves and dark storm clouds approaching

Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather!

Have you ever watched a storm and wondered exactly how much rain or snow has fallen from the clouds? Do you appreciate weather patterns and take an interest in how they differ across time? If so, a…