There’s a place for every kid in 4-H. Find yours today. (Photo & graphic provided)
Posted By: The Reporter January 14, 2026
Winter may be here, but opportunities for youth are heating up.
Hamilton County families still have time to enroll in the 4-H program before the target enrollment deadline of Jan. 15.
Youth in grades 3 through 12 are encouraged to enroll online for the 2026 4-H year at in.4honline.com. Younger youth in grades K-2 may also enroll in Hamilton County Mini 4-H, a program designed to introduce youth to 4-H in a fun, age-appropriate way.
4-H prepares young people to be leaders in their communities and around the world through hands-on learning experiences alongside their peers and caring adult volunteers. Youth develop valuable life skills such as cooperation, leadership, decision-making, and responsibility while exploring interests in Science, Healthy Living, and Citizenship.
In addition to building skills, 4-H offers opportunities to develop hobbies, attend camp, make new friends, and create lasting memories. As a family-oriented program, 4-H encourages family involvement and promotes quality time spent learning and growing together.
Purdue Extension staff are available to answer questions and assist families with the enrollment process. For more information about the Hamilton County 4-H program or how to get involved, visit the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office located on the 4-H Fairgrounds at 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville, or call (317) 776-0854 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Additional information can be found online at puext.in/hamco4h.
