Recreation Resources
& Ceremonies

There are lots of reasons for recreation in 4-H. Every meeting should include some recreation, especially if the majority of the members are young. Often you will need to plan activities for early arrivers. Active games and folk games are especially suited to the closing section of the meeting.

• To help members get to know one another better. More friendships with more people are made during recreation than at any other time.
• To get everyone to participate.
• To provide the feeling, "I belong."
• To add variety to meetings and programs.
• To get people to come to the meeting or program.
• For relaxation.
• Because it's the fun side of 4-H.

Recreation Resources

Recreation is a big part of most youth program meetings, activities and events. Youth often list having fun and making friends as their reasons for joining or staying in an organization. Meetings can be more successful when recreation is planned.

Recreation Series (FJ826-Gc01).  Includes recreation leadership tips, ice breakers, get acquainted, small group and active games and brain teasers.

Fun for All (Inside and Outside Games) (FJ827-Gc03).

Recreation Leader Handbook (FJ829-Gc04).

• Getting Started in 4-H
• Steps in Starting a 4-H Club
• 4-H Youth Interest Survey
• Parent Information Survey
• Informational Meeting Plan
• Learning Opportunities for Volunteers
• Recreational Resources & Ceremonies
• Opportunities to Travel
• Volunteer Awards & Scholarships
• Guidelines for Community Service Groups
• Helping 4-H Grow!