California 4-H Grown

The California 4-H Grown blog shares stories written by 4-H members, volunteers and staff about what they are doing in the California 4-H program. Learn more about what 4-H'ers across the state are doing and how they are making a difference in their communities and the impact of 4-H on youth lives. Everyone is welcome in 4-H, and everyone has a story to tell! Share your story - contact Suzanne at morikawa@ucanr.edu to submit your story and photos.

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The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. DeAnn Hollis
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Thank You, 4-H Volunteers

April 27, 2022
By Gemma M Miner
Dear 4-H Volunteer, Last year during National Volunteer Month, you were in the beginning of so many unknowns.
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Five women with muffins
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Think Outside...No Box Required - 2.0!

January 21, 2022
After a two-year pandemic hiatus, we are excited to bring back our California 4-H Camping Conference! Every two years, camp planning adults and teens come together for a weekend of networking, learning, and growth.
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Eve outside at doorway to Valley Conference Center
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4-H Camp Memories

June 3, 2021
Hello, California 4-H! My name is Eve Dowdell and I am on the State 4-H Camping Advisory Committee.
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California 4-H Shooting Sports logo
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4-H Shooting Sports Moving Forward

June 2, 2021
By John A Borba
This article first appeared in the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Shooting News. Reprinted with permission from John Borba. Submitted by John Borba, State Shooting Sports Coordinator.
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