The 4-H Youth Development program, the youth component of Cornell Cooperative Extension, helps young people become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society.

Fun filled, research-based programs conducted in volunteer led, community based Clubs at school and community sites at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center and at the Suffolk County Marine Environmental Learning Center emphasize "learn by doing".  Our youth programming includes educational programs at your facility for youth groups and schools and at our sites, as well as our popular 4-H club program.

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youth events

Chocolate Making
Feb. 11, 2012
Oregon Trail: A Family Adventure
Feb. 20, 2012
Winter Camp at the Farm 2012
Feb. 21, 2012 - Feb 23, 2011

program updates

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What is 4-H?
29/07/2010
Discover what 4-H is all about in this video overview of the 4-H Youth Development Program.
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4-H Teen Leader chosen for GPS/GIS
11/03/2011
Christi Dawyidiak was chosen to represent New York State as a 4-H Teen Leader for GPS/GIS. After attending the GPS focused tract at Cornell University she headed to San Diego for a National Conference. She will then be a Teen Leader at the New York State Fair in Syracuse. Read about her experiences in San Diego.
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Nutrition and Health in the Schools
06/08/2010
CCE and targeted schools have created a partnership that is focusing on children and their families eating healthier.
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Winter Day Camp at Suffolk County Farm
14/12/2011
CCE is offering Winter Day Camp during February School Break for Grades 1 through 4.
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