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4-H Clubs are one of the most popular and visible parts of the overall 4-H program. The club is usually organized within a neighborhood or a community. Each club usually has the following:
At least five members from two or more families
One or more caring adult volunteers working with the members, teen leaders and parents
A structure that gives members the primary responsibility for making decisions and operating the club
A definite club program planned by members, leaders and parents, including individual and group goals for project learning and group interaction
Approximately ten to twelve club meetings during the year
Participation in learning experiences outside the local group
Involvement in the community
Personal evaluation and recognition of progress on individual and group goals
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Two major club structures exist in North Dakota 4-H Youth Programs: the community club and the project club. |
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A community club involves members of a variety of ages and interests. Its average size is 10 to 12 members, but it may be larger. Club meetings include business, group-building activities and educational programs. The community club is managed and advised by one or more organizational leaders, usually with the support of other volunteers who work with the various age divisions or project areas. |
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A project club centers around one project, and all club members participate in that project. The average club size is 10 to 20 members. Club meetings focus on project work and business. Additional club activities may be scheduled for group-building and family involvement. |
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The type of club structure that works best will be determined by the situation within the community. Each structure has benefits, but some factors indicate which type of club is best to start. |
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Establish a Community club if...
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Establish a Project club if...
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Home || 4-H || Agriculture || Food & Nutrition || Horticulture || Human Development || Parent Resource Center Contact Information Maxine J. Nordick, Extension Agent/4-H Youth NDSU Extension Service/Cass County, 1010 2nd Ave S, Box 2806, Fargo, ND 58108 Telephone: 701-241-5700 Fax: 701-241-5935 E-Mail: maxine.nordick@ndsu.edu Office Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding legal holidays) |
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