California 4-H Grown

The California 4-H Grown blog shares stories written by 4-H members, volunteers and staff about what they are doing in the California 4-H program. Learn more about what 4-H'ers across the state are doing and how they are making a difference in their communities and the impact of 4-H on youth lives. Everyone is welcome in 4-H, and everyone has a story to tell! Share your story - contact Suzanne at morikawa@ucanr.edu to submit your story and photos.

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Forest Ecology + Field Skills + Camp = An Amazing Experience!

March 6, 2018
By Suzanne Morikawa
As a 4-H leader participating in the 2018 California 4-H Camping Conference, you can sign up for one, two or three sessions of the Project Learning Tree (PLT) Camp Conference Track to: Explore current issues Investigate as a forester Engage in field studies These sessions will inspire you to create...
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Discover what makes a really awesome campfire...and plan one yourself!
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A great line-up at the 2018 California 4-H Camping Conference

January 31, 2018
By Suzanne Morikawa
Every two years, volunteers, youth and staff gather to learn, explore, and connect at the California 4-H Camping Conference. This year it will be held April 6-8 at Camp Redwood Glen in San Mateo County. The gathering has become an anticipated high-point for those involved in the 4-H camp scene.
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The Southern Youth Summit was held at Pathfinder Ranch in Mountain Center, CA.

California 4-H Youth Summits - Southern Summit

January 30, 2018
By Suzanne Morikawa
The California 4-H Youth Summits are three day weekend leadership conferences hosted in multiple locations throughout the state. The Southern Youth Summit was held on January 12-14, 2018 at Pathfinder Ranch in Mountain Center, CA.
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