Our Clubs

Schuylkill County Clubs

There are many 4-H clubs in Schuylkill County to which youth can belong. Youth can have fun and learn skills in many program areas. 4-H activities are designed to teach children about nature, animals, art, leadership, food, technology, and health. Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change, so please contact the Schuylkill County Extension office at 570-622-4225 or schuylkillext@psu.edu for more information regarding our clubs and to get you in contact with one of the club's screened 4-H Leaders.

Project Areas

• Animal Science
• Civic Engagement and Leadership
• Communications and Expressive Arts
• Environmental Science and Shooting Sports
• Healthy Living and Wellness
• STEM

Animal Science Clubs

Animal clubs provide the opportunity to learn about and raise beef, sheep, goats, pigs, alpacas, equine, rabbits, and dairy cattle. Animal clubs in Schuylkill County have a special advantage in that each club is built on a foundation rich in agriculture and with a great history in agricultural production. Many club leaders are farmers in the area with a keen knowledge and several years' experience in raising animals. Club members not only learn about raising their animals, but also participate in numerous community outreach activities while also honing fundamental life skills. Owning and raising an animal project is not a requirement, but an interest in animal science is key.

• Appalachian 4-H Rabbit Club
• Bridle Wild 4-H Horse Club
• Blue Mountain 4-H Livestock Club
• Grassy Meadow 4-H Club
• Rough Riders 4-H Horse Club
• Schuylkill Stampede 4-H Livestock Club
• South Schuylkill 4-H Dairy Club
• West Penn 4-H Club

For more information, contact the Schuylkill County Extension office, 570-622-4225, schuylkillext@psu.edu.

Cloverbud Clubs

The 4-H Cloverbud program is an informal educational experience through which parents, other interested adults, and youth help young people develop confidence, social skills, decision-making abilities, subject matter knowledge, and physical skills. The program allows for and encourages creativity and play. The Cloverbud program is open to youth ages 5-7.

• Bridle Wild 4-H Horse Club
• Rough Riders 4-H Horse Club
• Schuylkill County 4-H Cloverbud Club

For more information, contact the Schuylkill County Extension office, 570-622-4225, schuylkillext@psu.edu.

Judging Teams

Team consisting of 4-H youth that want to test their animal knowledge at competitive events.

For more information, contact the Schuylkill County Extension office, 570-622-4225, schuylkillext@psu.edu.

Teen Council

Comprised of teens ages 13-18 years old. Teen Council members seek to learn and practice leadership skills while completing service learning. Teens plan and organize county wide events and celebrations for the entire 4-H community.

For more information, contact the Schuylkill County Extension office, 570-622-4225, schuylkillext@psu.edu.

Start a new club

4-H is all about exploration! If you do not see a project or a club that looks like the right fit, you can start a new club.

4-H Clubs require:

• At least 5 youth (from at least two families)
• An adult club leader as point of contact with the 4-H Educator
• A minimum of 2 screened adult volunteers.
• Hold regular educational meetings

Contact your county 4-H educator to discuss the process of developing a new club.

Seeking Volunteers for the following areas:

The Schuylkill County 4-H Program has youth interested in the following areas and is seeking adults to serve as screened volunteers. If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to the Schuylkill County Extension office, 570-622-4225, schuylkillext@psu.edu

• Community Clubs- clubs that offer many different projects each year and members complete community service projects.
• Shooting Sports Clubs- clubs that focus in shooting sports, such as air rifle, air pistol, .22 rifle, muzzleloader, shotgun, and archery.
• Small Animal Clubs- animal clubs that focus solely on one specific animal including poultry, cats, pets, rabbits, guinea pigs, and reptiles.
• Specialty Clubs- clubs that focus on learning one project or skill. Some of these clubs are "county-wide", meaning there is only one club in Schuylkill County for that particular project or skill. These clubs can meet year round on a short term bases.