Welcome to Colorado 4-H Youth Development
4-H began a century ago as an educational program for the nation's rural youth. Today, 4-H meets the needs of and engages young people in positive youth development experiences. These experiences are based on the idea that young people should be regarded as resources to be developed. 2002 marked the centennial of 4-H and a renewed commitment to helping shape youth and communities. In looking to the next century, 4-H further develops its programs and continues its motto of "Making the Best Better."
- 4-H Mission
- 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults.
- 4-H Vision
- A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change.
In The Spotlight
4-H Hall of Fame
Notable individuals have been inducted into the new 4-H Hall of Fame. Learn about how 4-H has impacted the lives of these individuals.
State Fair Exhibit Results Now Available
View State Fair Exhibit Results
2010 Shooting Sports Event Registration
Online Registration has closed for the 2010 Colorado 4-H State Shooting Sports Contest but reports are still available:
- Shooting Sports Contest Website
- Contest Registration Website
Colorado 4-H: 100 Years, 100 Stories
We are celebrating 100 years of 4-H here in Colorado and are showcasing the stories of individuals whose lives have been touched by experiences in 4-H. Do you have a story that you would like to share?
Camp Tobin Registration Now Available!
Online registration is available for families and groups who wish to register for 2010 Camp Tobin.
WANTED: Photographs of Lightning taken by
Colorado 4-H Members
REWARD: Chance to have your photograph exhibited in the Denver Museum of Nature and Science plus $100 cash!
Learn more here...
View a gallery of our current photo winners!
