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4-H Cooking Academy

The 4-H Cooking Academy Project is a cooking-based nutrition education program that teaches youth basic nutrition and cooking skills. The 4-H Cooking Academy aims to improve youth attitudes, knowledge and skills in food choices and preparation.
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Shooting Sports Events

Through the California 4-H Shooting Sports Program, 4-H youth: Learn about the safe handling of firearms and archery equipment; Increase skills and knowledge; Develop self-confidence; Practice leadership as youth leaders.
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Events

California 4-H organizes and hosts events at the local, county, regional and state levels.
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Become a Master Gardener!

The application process for the UC Master Gardeners of Merced County's 2026 Training Class will open in fall 2025. Any Merced County adult resident with an interest in horticulture (plants, lawns, trees, vegetables and more) and public service are encouraged to apply for the Master Gardener Program.
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Primary Projects

Kids aged 5 to 8 can join 4-H as Primary Members, also known as Cloverbuds. Primary Member projects and activities are based on research on positive youth development. Positive youth development means helping you grow by giving you chances to learn, make choices, and build skills.
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Citizenship Washington Focus

Get ready for the experience of a lifetime! Join California 4-H members from across the state at Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF), the leading civic engagement program for high school youth.
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National 4-H Conference

National 4-H Conference is the pinnacle experience in 4-H Civic Engagement, providing the opportunity for young people to connect, learn, engage, lead and impact their communities, nation and world.
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