STEM

In 4-H, STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture & Math! Our roots are in Agriculture, where science, technology, engineering and math all played a strong role in making California the top agricultural state in the United States. 4-H STEAM projects help you apply and learn about…

Each county in the UCCE Central Sierra Multi-County Partnership (MCP) offers a variety of youth development experiences. To find out what is going on in your 4-H community, locate your county below. For information about youth and adult membership opportunities, see Joining 4-H.

A 4-H project is a hands-on way for you to find your "spark" - something that you enjoy doing and that interests you.

4-H Water Wizards is a 12-week science education project teaching 4th-6th grade students about water and its importance to the planet. Delivered to children in after school settings, students participate in hands-on learning experiences that encourage inquiry, teach basic information about water, and develop…

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (California 4-H) is open to all youth ages 5 to 18 in every county in California. California 4-H believes in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. California 4-H…

The 4-H YES curriculum is designed to foster inquiry and engage children ages 5 to 8 in the process of exploration. Young children are introduced to the formal scientific process by performing a variety of scientific tasks including observing, organizing, comparing and communicating. A cross-age teaching…

4-H On The Wild Side (OTWS) is part of the Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Program whose purpose is to bring environmental education and an outdoor living experience to 4th-6th grade children who have a limited opportunity to explore wild places or sleep under the stars.

The University of California, a land grant university, supports local 4-H programming across California. From the center of the city to the acreage of Wilton, Sacramento County 4-H brings learning alive to over 1,800 youth in 4-H club, camp and afterschool science education programs.

We have 14 community clubs throughout Sacramento County. Clubs are led by adult volunteers, who act as the Community Club leader, Project Leaders or other volunteers. Our 4-H Program Year begins July 1 and ends June 30. Most clubs start enrollment sign-ups in August or September. Each club meets once a…

Sacramento County 4-H has four expanded learning programs: 4-H On The Wild Side, 4-H Water Wizards, 4-H Youth Experiences in Science (YES), and 4-H Cooking Academy.