Every 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience!

Beginner

• Determine what is important to you
• Learn how others feel
• Learn how to be responsible
• Learn group cooperation

Intermediate

• Participate in a trust walk
• Learn to be accountable and dependable
• Practice teamwork in achieving a goal
• Learn meeting manners

Advanced

• Learn to accept differences in people
• Accept your own strengths and weaknesses
• Develop and participate in an interview process
• Identify different leadership styles

Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.

Leadership

• Leadership Skills You Never Outgrow, Level 1
• Leadership Skills You Never Outgrow, 4-H Level 2
• Leadership Skills You Never Outgrow, Level 3

Project Leader Resources

• Leadership Mentor Guide 1 (ages 7-10)
• Leadership Mentor Guide 2 (ages 11+)

4-H Camp Counselor Recognition Program
Award: Certificate

4-H Key Award - Awarded to Outstanding 4-H Members age 16+
Award: Certificate, tie clasp or necklace

National 4-H Conference
When: April
Where: Washington D.C. Foundation Patron Sponsor Fund
Award: Up to six delegates selected to attend

Kansas Youth Leadership Forum
When: November
Where: Rock Springs 4-H Center

Outstanding News Writing Award for 4-H Club Reporters
Award: Gifts to top nine winners

Learn more about project-based events here or contact your local office for additional information.

• Action Teams
  
• Kansas 4-H Youth Leadership Council

Completing a successful 4-H project is just the beginning of finding your spark. Members can take several meaningful steps to further develop skills and interests. Learn more about these exciting opportunities in career exploration:

• Discovery Days
• Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge - Network Kansas
• K-State School of Leadership Studies