Bates County Missouri 4-H

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

Explore Animal Science at Busch Gardens
Missouri 4-H is offering two exciting camps at Busch Gardens, Tampa:
Junior Zoo Apprentice Camp for ages 11–13
Zoo Apprentice Camp for ages 14+
Both camps run December 27–3, and include hands-on animal care, vet science, and a behind-the-scenes tour of Sea World Rescue.
Register by December 8—space is limited!

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x6jZU

10/15/2026

Wait… did you know Missouri 4-H has an Alumni Association?! 🍀

If you were ever a 4-H member, volunteer, supporter, or friend of 4-H, you’re invited to join! 💚

The Missouri 4-H Alumni Association, hosted by the Missouri 4-H Foundation, is a way to stay connected to the 4-H family, celebrate the impact of 4-H, meet other 4-H alumni and friends, and find ways to support the next generation.

✨ And membership is FREE!

Whether your 4-H days were 4 years ago or 40+ years ago, you’re still part of the 4-H family.

👉 Join today and stay Forever Green, Forever Growing!
Learn more + become a member
https://brnw.ch/21x6jAF

10/15/2026

What’s your favorite 4-H project? Whether it’s livestock, sewing, robotics, or photography, share with us what project has captured your passion! Bonus points for photos! 😉



Please remember, if you share with Missouri 4-H, we might use your story or photos to promote 4-H to others.

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

💚 Thankful Thursday! 💚

During National 4-H Week, our Missouri 4-H State Office team is reflecting on what we're thankful for! 🍀

From youth-led opportunities and local partnerships to lifelong friendships and meaningful connections, we're grateful for the many ways 4-H makes a difference.

Here's what we're thankful for:
💚 Local 4-H successes and partnerships
💚 A youth-led organization that helps young people thrive
💚 Lifelong friendships that become family
💚 Creating meaningful connections and memories for the next generation
💚 Opportunities that help youth and families explore a world of possibilities

We're thankful to be part of an organization that puts young people first and helps them build skills, confidence and a bright future!

What are you thankful for in 4-H? Share with us in the comments! 👇

10/08/2026

👏 It’s ! 💚

Who’s made your 4-H experience better? 👀

Your club leader? A friend? A mentor? Your family? Someone who’s always cheering you on?

Tag them below + tell ’em why you appreciate them! 🍀

Let’s give some love to the people who make special. 🫶

remember, if you share with Missouri 4-H, we might use your story or photos to promote 4-H to others.

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

💚 It’s Wednesday! 🍀

4-H is more than a project, a meeting, or an event—it’s the people, experiences, and memories that make it yours.

So… what’s your 4-H story? 👀

Maybe it’s a show ring win, a camp memory, a new friend, a service project, a skill you never thought you’d learn, or something totally unexpected.

📸 Drop a pic or tell us in the comments what 4-H means to YOU!

Let’s fill the comments with the people and moments that make what it is. 💚

Please remember: If you share a photo or story with Missouri 4-H, we may use it to help promote 4-H to others.

10/05/2026

Enrollment is open in 4-H online. Remember dues will be $35 for the month of October. FYI when you enroll it will show dues as $45 but I have a coupon I apply that will drop it to $35 when I approve the enrollment.