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From youth leadership development opportunities and competitions at county and regional levels to school and club programs, Colorado 4-H offers hands-on learning experiences for youth across the state. Through engaging programs, skill-building projects, and community-focused partnerships, Colorado 4-H helps young adults learn, grow, and thrive.

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Animal Science

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Communication, Arts & Leisure Sciences

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Family Consumer Sciences

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Mechanical Sciences

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Natural Resources

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Cloverbuds

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and Warner College of Natural Resources alumnus Joe Sertich, Curator of Dinosaurs Department of Earth Sciences at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science works at a dig site with a team of students from around the country including students from the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. Joe has been granted a unique opportunity to dig at the world-famous “Sandy Site” located in the famous Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota. Field participants found beautifully preserved small bones of dinosaurs, turtles, birds, mammals, and pterosaurs in a soft, beach-sand matrix.
August 9, 2017

Self-Determined

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Highlighted 4-H programs

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Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports

The Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Program plays an important role in youth development across the state. Participants build key life skills, including teamwork, responsibility, problem solving, self-confidence, and the safe handling of firearms and archery equipment.

Contact Shooting Sports State 4-H Specialist
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Colorado 4-H Animal Science

Colorado 4-H Animal Science programs provide opportunities for youth to learn, practice, and apply animal science knowledge, skills, and abilities to prepare them for success in careers and life. These programs/projects place an emphasis on working respectfully, collectively, and in a positive manner to achieve the youth development goals of the 4-H program. 4-H strives to enable youth and adult volunteers to become responsible, self-directed, and productive members of society, consistent with the goals and objectives of the National 4-H program.

Contact Animal Science State 4-H Specialist
VIEW Animal Science PROJECTS
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Colorado 4-H Military Partnership

The Colorado 4-H Military Partnership is a collaborative effort that aims to support military-connected youth, families, and communities. It provides opportunities for military-connected youth to discover their talents, build confidence, and foster a sense of belonging. The partnership includes initiatives such as “Purple Up! For Military Kids Day” that have been successful in reaching and engaging military youth across Colorado. The partnership also offers resources and support for military families, ensuring they receive the necessary resources to thrive.  

contact Military 4-H State Specialist

4-H school programming

In-school programs

Across our counties, 4-H provides opportunities to enhance daily school programming with an wide range of interactive, hands-on learning drawn from curricula developed by land-grant universities. County programs offer enrichment in areas such as science, gardening, environmental education, arts and crafts, photography, and much more.

After-school programs

Our county 4-H after-school programs offer hands-on activities designed to engage students and support learning. Counties also provide leadership training for school groups, such as student councils.

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