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 and child’s name
• The parent email
• Which club you wish to join (if known.)

After the initial call we will confirm with the club leader 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.  

 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.

 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. 

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. Check with the office. 

Each club is run by a screened volunteer so they meet when it is convenient for their schedules.  Some meet at a public place, some in the volunteer's home or at their farm. It varies from club to club.  If you sign up for a club, be sure you can attend every meeting as the volunteers prepare for the meetings and set aside time for you.