Two children build a figure out of clayExplore how various ceramic materials are made including: 

  • Learn what tools are used
  • Learn about different glazes
  • Learn different construction techniques

A teenager works on a computerLearn about computer hardware and software.

Projects may focus on specific software packages, general computer maintenance, or computer hardware identification and upgrading.

What is 4-H & Why Should I Join?

 

Larimer County CSU Extension is home to one of the largest 4-H programs in Colorado. Youth participate in fun, hands-on learning activities supported by the latest research-based curriculum from Colorado State University.

Participation in 4-H assists youth develop:

  • Leadership
  • Responsibility
  • Citizenship
  • Life skills

Nationwide, 4-H is a community of more than:

The Larimer County 4-H Exchange Program is a two-year commitment for 4-H members between the ages of 14 - 18. The youth help plan an exchange with an Exchange Club in another state. The first year, Larimer County hosts visitors from the partner state. The next year, the Larimer County members travel to the partner state. The Exchange Program has been in Larimer County for more than 50 years.

Members who join the Exchange Club can:

Our Clover Connection E-Newsletter keeps 4-H members and their families up to date with upcoming events and opportunities. 

Learning to speak in public is one of the best life skills that we can help our youth develop. Alumni of the 4-H program often point to public speaking as one of the most useful things they learned in 4-H, leading to success in their future careers. In the public presentation program, youth learn to organize their ideas, to share emotions and creativity, and to communicate clearly. 

Master Gardeners are Important to Our Community

Colorado Master Gardeners (CMGs) are members of our community who love lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and vegetables. They are passionate to learn and share their knowledge with others. Master Gardeners are life-long learners who complete an initial training that covers various aspects of horticulture with the intent to teach others while volunteering in our community. Their goal is to help foster successful gardening with Larimer County residents.

Colorado State University Extension's strong food preservation & safety knowledge base can help you safely make your food last longer. 

We offer canning, freezing, dehydrating, fermenting and cheese-making classes among other food workshops. 

Learn the art and science of food preservation and preparation using current research-based techniques.