WSU Extension- Walla Walla County 4-H

4-H is an informal, practical, learn-by-doing educational program for youth. In 4-H, young people learn and have fun in the process. 4-H develops skills by helping young people acquire self-discipline, confidence, the ability to set goals, and a sense of responsibility. 4-H builds citizenship by providing youth with real-world experience, by showing them the importance of volunteering, and by encouraging them to take action in their communities. 4-H promotes sportsmanship by offering the opportunity to learn about fair and ethical competition at the county, state and national levels. 4-H opens doors to the future by introducing 4-Hers to a variety of activities that can lead to careers in agriculture, business, education, family and consumer sciences, medicine, natural resources, range management, wildlife biology, and more.

4-H is the youth development program administered by the USDA & the Land Grant University in each state.   Washington State University Extension is the governing body in Washington State. The organization and management of 4-H Youth Development is a partnership between extension personnel, Walla Walla County staff, and volunteers.