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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. As the nation’s largest youth development organization, 4-H empowers young people to explore their passions and build skills for life. Tulare County 4-H welcomes youth ages 5–18 and adult volunteers to be part of something meaningful.

Through UC 4-H, youth find their spark, gain hands-on experience, and develop real-world skills that last a lifetime. From agriculture and STEM to leadership, healthy living, and civic engagement, there’s something for everyone to explore, achieve, and thrive.

Join Our 4-H Program  

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!

  • 2026 Tulare County 4-H Trap & Skeet Shooting Match

    Tulare County will be holding its annual Trap & Skeet Shooting Match on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Tulare County Trap Club (west of Road 80 on Avenue 328 in Visalia) for a day of skill-building and friendly competition. Check-in begins at 8:00 AM, followed by a mandatory shooters meeting at 9:00 AM. Hosted by Elbow Creek 4-H, this event is open to 4-H members enrolled in a shotgun project, with age divisions for Junior (9–10), Intermediate (11–13), and Senior (14+).

    Participants can compete in Trap and/or Skeet (two rounds each, $15 per event). Awards will be given to the top three shooters in each division.

    Registration is due by June 3, 2026. For more information, contact Don O’Dell at 559-972-4771.

     

    UCCE Tulare County 4-H Office 

    Address
    4437-B S. Laspina St.
    Tulare, CA 93274
    Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 

     

    Tulare County 4-H Staff 
Portrait of a 4-H Community Education Specialist wearing UC ANR Cooperative Extension attire.

Socorro de Figueiredo
4-H Community Education Specialist
559-684-3300
sdefigueiredo@ucanr.edu

 

Portrait of a 4-H Regional Coordinator for Region 10.
Shelley Magana 
4-H Regional Program Coordinator (Region 10: Tulare, Kings, Fresno, Madera, Kern, Inyo-Mono Counties)
559-684-3300
smagana@ucanr.edu
 
 
Ashlee Tindle 
Office Assistant Lead 
559-684-3300

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Office Locations

University of California Cooperative Extension

4437-B S Laspina St
Tulare, CA 93292
United States

Phone
(559) 684-3300
Standard Business Hours

Mission Statement

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program engages youth in reaching their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development.