4-H Columbia and Greene Counties

4-H Columbia and Greene Counties 4-H is the nation’s largest positive youth development and youth mentoring organization empowering six million young people in the U.S.

All of the youth activities offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties fall under the 4-H umbrella, whether they happen after school, in the summer or as a workshop, club, camp or special event. Our programs are offered in a wide variety of formats and places because they are designed to fit the interests and needs of the diverse young people who live in the rural and

more urban communities of Columbia and Greene Counties. Over 5,300 young people aged 5-to-19 take part in 4-H activities in the two counties each year. You can also check out Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties' page at https://www.facebook.com/Cornell-Cooperative-Extension-of-Columbia-and-Greene-Counties-114562398580555/

Join us for a free beginner archery series, made possible by the Columbia County Youth Bureau. This series is open to al...
05/14/2024

Join us for a free beginner archery series, made possible by the Columbia County Youth Bureau. This series is open to all youth in Columbia County. Youth must commit to attending both parts of a series. Participants must wear closed-toed shoes (no garden shoes, clogs, crocs, or flip flops) and long hair must be up in a ponytail or braid. Equipment will be provided for use during the program. Space is limited and registration is required.

Location: Extension Education Center, 479 Route 66, Hudson, NY

Beginner Archery Series One

For Ages 9-13

Part One: Saturday, June 8, 2024 10am-12pm

Part Two: Saturday, June 15, 2024 10am-12pm

Beginner Archery Series Two

For Ages 9-13

Part One: Saturday, June 8, 2024 1pm-3pm

Part Two: Saturday, June 15, 2024 1pm-3pm

Beginner Archery Series Three

For Ages 14+

Part One: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1pm-3pm

Part Two: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1pm-3pm

Beginner Archery Series Four

For Ages 14+

Part One: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 4pm-6pm

Part Two: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 4pm-6pm


To register, please contact Sara at [email protected] or (518) 622-9820 x107

04/29/2024

The Tractor Supply Co. Paper Clover Campaign is back! Visit your local Tractor Supply store from now until May 5th and ask at the register about purchasing a paper clover. That money will directly support your county's 4-H program! 🍀

04/18/2024

***Deadline is approaching! The t-shirts have arrived and all the supplies for the Animal First Aid kit they will building at one of the workshops is arriving daily. ***

The NYS 4-H Animal Science Team is pleased to announce 2024 Animal Crackers, "All Creatures Great and Small”, on
Saturday, May 4, 2024, on the Cornell University campus. This year’s program will highlight Beef, Dog, Horse, and Swine
topics.

Interesting, educational, hands-on activities are planned to make Animal Crackers a memorable learning event. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about Beef, Dog, Horse, and Swine biology and management while having fun participating in a variety of interactive activities with 4-H’ers from across NYS. 4-H youth 8-12 years old or those with beginner to intermediate knowledge of the covered species are invited to participate. Other ages are welcome to attend, but realize the program is centered for 8 to 12.

There is a $25 per youth and $15 per adult cost to attend the program. Animal Cracker t-shirts for youth participants will be provided; lunch will be provided for both youth and chaperones. Adults may purchase Animal Cracker t-shirts at the door.

Registration for the event must be done through your local Cornell Cooperative Extension Office and must be completed no later than April 25, 2024. All groups must have at least one chaperone. Chaperones are asked to review the chaperone information sheet on the Animal Crackers website below. Additional information about the event, as well as the Cornell University campus map, can be found at https://cals.cornell.edu/.../sta.../programs/animal-crackers

04/05/2024

Don't forget, there's one month left to visit JOANN Fabric and Craft Stores, donate at the register, and use your 4-H Rewards to support 4-H youth! Make your list today for all your upcoming creative supply needs. 🎨

03/27/2024

Paul and Maria Morra Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted for the Paul and Maria Morra Scholarship. The scholarship is available to any resident of Columbia and Greene Counties who is enrolled in an accredited college or trade school. Applicants must be pursuing further education in the fields of horticulture, agriculture, forestry or natural resources. Scholarship amounts range between $1000.00-3000.00. For more information, please contact Becky Polmateer at [email protected] or 518-622-9820 X117. For a copy of the application, please contact Katie Prack at [email protected] or 518-828-3346 X209.

Congratulations to all who participated in the Capital District Dairy Bowl competition! 🐄🏆The Columbia and Greene Senior...
03/26/2024

Congratulations to all who participated in the Capital District Dairy Bowl competition! 🐄🏆

The Columbia and Greene Senior Team of Harriet Kress, Randy Albertson, Marian Pirrone and Levi Blood (Schoharie County) came in First place. Randy Albertson was the first place Senior Individual. The Columbia and Greene 4-H Junior team of Adelheid Kress, Dorothy Kress, Alexander Pironne, Kaleb Rivers, Teegan Rivers and Robert Pautz came in second place in their division and Robert Pautz was the second place Junior Individual! Randy and Robert will go on to participate in the State Dairy Bowl Competition.

03/18/2024

Happy Agricultural Literacy Week 2024! 🍓

This week, farmers, FFA and 4-H members, adults engaged in a career in agriculture, and volunteers engaged in our food system will read the book "I LOVE Strawberries" by Shannon Anderson to elementary students and enthusiastically engage them in a paired hands-on activity related to the book.

03/15/2024

Fashion R***e March 23 - Register Now!

We will hold our annual Fashion R***e on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00-11:30 am at the Extension Education Center in Hudson. The event is open to all Columbia and Greene 4-H members to bring their clothing items for evaluation and show during our fashion show. Like the New York State Fashion R***e, all textile and fashion projects are welcome! Think up-cycled items, accessories, knitted items, needle-felted embellished accessories, quilts, aprons, etc. in addition to sewn or purchased garments. Creativity is encouraged! For questions, please contact Megan at 518-622-9820 X114 or [email protected]. To register, please get in touch with Katie at 518-828-3346 X209 or [email protected].

Address

479 Route 66
Hudson, NY
12534

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+15188283346

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