Tulare County UC Cooperative Extension

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Tulare County 4-H Youth Development Program 

Discover a place where youth grow into confident leaders and make a real impact in their communities. Tulare County 4-H welcomes youth ages 5–18 and adult volunteers to explore new interests, build lifelong skills, and connect with their communities through hands-on learning experiences.

As part of the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program, young people develop leadership, confidence, and practical skills through agriculture, STEM, healthy living, civic engagement, and more.

Join Our 4-H Program  

What is 4-H?

4‑H is delivered by Cooperative Extension—a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. For more than 100 years, 4‑H has welcomed young people of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.

Through life-changing 4-H programs, nearly six million kids and teens are learning the skills and abilities to be resilient, adaptable and ready for work and life. 

Youth can participate in 4-H through community clubs, in-school and after-school programs, and military partnership programs.

4-H Vision

A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change. 

4-H Online Enrollment System

Important: California 4-H uses the ZSuite Enrollment System for all youth member and volunteer enrollments. Please note the following important dates:

• Self-enrollment for the 2025–2026 program year closes on June 23 at 12:00 PM.
• Self-enrollment for the 2026–2027 program year opens on July 14.

Upcoming Events 

• State Field Day

  State Field Day is the largest and one of the longest-running events in California 4-H. Youth have the opportunity to showcase skills they’ve developed through their 4-H experience, while families enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere. 

  Key Dates
  • May 3–7: Virtual State Presentations
  • May 14–16: Virtual State Interview Contest
  • May 23: In-person State Field Day at UC Davis

  Contests Offered
  • Forestry
  • Insect Identification
  • Photography (virtual only)
  • Plant Science (State Qualifier)
  • Robotics
  • State Interview Contest (virtual & in-person)
  • State Fashion Revue (State Qualifier)
  • State Presentations (virtual & in-person)

• Registration is open now through May 1 at 11:59 p.m. Register for as many contests as you wish. A flat fee of $15 for in-person competitors (this year includes lunch) and $10 for virtual contests will apply. Fee waivers are available upon request. 

  State Field Day Registration 

  Questions: Contact us at 4hsfd@ucanr.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!