A teenager walks her cat on a leash.The Larimer County 4-H Cat project is designed to provide an opportunity to handle, care for and learn about cats.  Members learn responsibility, leadership, communication and the importance of keeping accurate records.  Typically, 4-H members care for a cat their fami

A young woman wearing white stands next to her dairy cow.The Larimer County Dairy Cattle Project is a great way to learn about animal husbandry and overall care. Youth in the Dairy Cattle project interact with research-based information that encourages confidence, character-building, industry knowledge, and sportsmanship.

A child works to train her dogThe Larimer County 4-H Dog program is designed to provide an opportunity to handle, care for and learn about dogs. Members learn responsibility, leadership, communication and the importance of keeping accurate records. 

A child looks at an insect through a magnifying glass4-H members enrolled in the Entomology project:

  • Learn about the individual traits & habitats of insects
  • Discover how insects impact our daily lives
  • Have the opportunity to collect, identify, and possibly mount insects.

Two children enjoy a bowl of foodLearn how to shop for, prepare, and serve nutritious food safely, and learn how to maintain good health through a balanced diet.

Subcategories of the Foods project include but not limited to:

Two teenagers hold recycling binsLearn about your rights and responsibilities, the common core values of the American democratic system, and how you can be a leader and make a difference in your community. Focus on personal development, history and culture, government studies, and current issues. 

Multiple children work on crocheting something at the same time.Learn how to make creative items. This includes but is not limited to, any of the following: knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc.

What can I explore in Heritage Arts?

The Heritage Arts Project has many units and project opportunities including: