Frequently Asked Questions

 What are the 4 "H's"?

• Head – for thinking, planning, reasoning    

• Heart – for kindness and truth 

• Hands – to be helpful, skillful, and useful   

• Health – for strength to enjoy life, resist disease and be more efficient

Who can be in 4-H?

• 4-H is for those who are in grades 3-12 at the time of enrollment. Mini 4-H is for youth in 1st or 2nd grade at time of enrollment. 

• Moms and Dads can join 4-H as a volunteer leader. 

• There is also an Open Class Show in which any Hendricks County Resident of any age may participate.

What do clubs do?

You have a business meeting for your 4-H club (clubs are divided by townships; there are also project clubs). You can ask your club leader questions about your 4-H projects. You could possibly do a “Show and Tell” demonstration on a subject that you know something about. There will be recreation, refreshments, and some plain fun learning with your friends. Your club leader must sign off on your record sheet to indicate that your projects are completed before you can enter them in the fair. 

What are 4-H projects?

• There are over 50 projects available for you to choose. They are listed on the enrollment form and details about each project can be found in the handbook.

• When choosing a project, consider your interests, background, what is necessary to start the project and the resources available to help you complete it.

Does it cost to join?

• There is a $15.00 enrollment fee for regular 4-H (grades 3-12). Mini 4-H is free. There is a $45.00 cap; if you have more than 3 children enrolling, the most you will pay is $45.00. The office can only accept cash or checks. However, if you enroll online (during the time allowed), you may pay with a credit card.

• Some projects have optional online books to help assist you with your projects. Each project book contains information and activities for members to explore as an organized group project or at home under the guidance of a parent or interested adult. 

What is the 4-H Fair?

• The fair is where you display your completed 4-H projects. Your projects are judged and given a ribbon. The fair is held in July at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex.

What is a 4-H Handbook?

• In Hendricks County, it is our rule book that lists all of our 4-H projects and tells what you will exhibit in each division.

Where are you located?

• The Purdue Extension Hendricks County offices are located inside the 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex. Enter through the main doors and our office is on the right.

• Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We are closed on county holidays.