Frequently Asked Questions

All new members must contact the Plymouth County 4-H Office if interested in joining. 

We will need the following information from you:

• Your name, child’s name, your town
• Parent/Guardian's email address
• Which club you wish to join OR what type of club you wish to join

We will confirm with the club leader of that they are accepting new members to ensure your child can join their club.  If they are not accepting new members we will work with you to place your child in an appropriate club based on interests and availability.  

New members must complete the necessary paperwork and submit the enrollment fee. 

Checks must be made payable to: UMASS 4-H

To Join, click on the button below and fill out the form or call us at  (774) 404-7020.

 Portions of the fee are used for a variety of items including:

• Enrolling all members, club leaders, Advisory, Fair, and Program Council members in the American Income Life 4-H Club Members Accident Insurance. This will cover enrolled members, leaders and council members at all 4-H events and activities for the 2020-2021 year. Should you ever need one, claim forms are available by contacting your local 4-H office.
• For youth recognition items such as medals, certificates and ribbons.
• Materials used to create online programs and/or videos.
• Materials youth need to participate in an online program
• Mailing kits and materials to youth

FOR THIS YEAR , the fee to enroll is $40. The cap for families is $120. With a SNAP ID the fee is waived.  You can apply for a scholarship by emailing Mvollmer@umass.edu

 Head, Heart, Hands, and Health

Head, Heart, Hands, and Health are the four Hs in 4‑H, and they are the four values members work on through fun and engaging programs.

Youth must be 5-18 years old to participate in 4-H.  There are no exceptions to this rule. Some clubs may not take children under a certain age due to the nature of their projects. 

There is minimum age for clubs working with large animals.  

Check with the office for more information. 

Each club is run by a screened volunteer called a Club Leader. Club leaders set the schedule that is convenient for their schedules.  When the club meets and how often is up to the Club Leader. 

Some clubs meet at a public place, such as a library, and some meet at the Club Leader's home or farm.  Meeting places vary from club to club. Some clubs require more participation than others. 

When choosing a club, be sure you can attend every meeting, as the volunteers prepare for the meetings and set aside time for you.

Most clubs do not require that you own your own animal to participate!

Animals are often owned by the Club Leader, other members or local farmers, who allow members to use their animals for 4-H activities such as shows and demonstrations. 

 Any adult with an interest in young people is welcome to volunteer. You do not need to be an "expert." Parents, professionals, homemakers, teachers, youth leaders, and other caring adults serve as 4-H volunteers.  Volunteers are required to submit to a CORI check and a screening process.