Does my home need to be certified to have a 4-H Club meeting there?
We do not have an official meeting place certification process. However, before you hold a meeting with your youth anywhere there are a few things to consider. First, is the meeting place safe? Is it free from trip and fall hazards, is there anything obvious the youth could hurt themselves on ...
- Can adults have a gardening plot at the Ochs 4-H Garden?
The vegetable plots at the Ochs garden are primarily for 4-H youth. Master Gardeners and other 4-H volunteers who work at the 4-H Ochs Educational Center may receive a plot for demonstration purposes, depending on availability. If you are interested in becoming a 4-H volunteer at the Ochs 4-H Ed ...
- How much of a time commitment is there to being a 4-H club leader?
While your time commitment will vary based on the projects and activities your club selects, you can plan on 8-10 hours per month for meetings and meeting preparation. You will also spend time contacting prospective members and marketing your club.A 4-H club leader can reasonably expect to spend ...
- How can I volunteer at the Ochs 4-H Educational Center?
There are several opportunities to volunteer at the Ochs 4-H Educational Center.Most of the opportunities involve working directly with youth, so youth development must be an interest as much as conservation of natural resources and agriculture.The tasks include assisting youth with their garden ...
- Are there additional training opportunities for 4-H volunteers beyond the initial orientation and training?
Yes! Beyond basic orientation and six hour training program with the 4-H agent, there are several training opportunities available to volunteers. First there are materials on the state 4-H website at http://florida4h.org/volunteers/ . Here you can find out lots of information from starting and ...
- How are 4-H volunteers screened?
Every 4-H adult volunteer is fingerprinted and a background check is completed. Both must come back as a clean record in order for the person to become a volunteer with Pinellas County 4-H. In addition, personal references are requested and contacted.
