4-H Youth Development

Clemson Extension agents with primary Youth Development responsibilities work closely with state extension specialists and researchers located on campus and at the various research and education centers located across the state. They provide expertise in topics including animal agriculture and veterinary science, natural resources and the environment, gardening, leadership and citizenship, personal growth and development, and science, engineering and technology.

Local Agent

Connie Lake, 864-445-8117 Ext 112, clake@clemson.edu

Events

• September – Saluda 4-H Livestock Shows
• November – 4-H Fundraising Supper
• January – 4-H Awards Banquet
• March – 4-H Teen Weekend
• July – State 4-H Congress

Opportunities

• Volunteers are always needed and welcomed.

Clubs

• Cloverleaf 4-H Club
• Lucky Leaf 4-H Club
• Lucky Charms 4-H Club
• 4-H Dog Club
• Dairy & Livestock 4-H Club
• 4-H Horse Club
• 4-H Goat Club

For more information about these clubs contact Connie N. Lake at the Saluda County Extension Office at (864)445-8117, ext. 112 or clake@clemson.edu

Services

Summer workshops:

• Kids in the Kitchen
• Sewing Classes
• T-shirt decorating
• Woodworking class
• RoboLab (robotic cars)

Short term Projects:

• Swine (Barrow)
• Pullet
• Goat
• Dairy Heifer Project

Visit the state-wide 4-H website.