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New 4-H Family Handbook

Learn more about the Kootenai County 4-H Program.

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Kootenai County

Kootenai County Extension Office‎
1808 North 3rd Street
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-3407
(208) 446-1680
4-H and Youth Development in Kootenai County

4-H Youth Development

The University of Idaho 4-H Youth Development program is a leader in guiding Idaho's youth to become responsible, productive citizens. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential through working and learning in partnership with caring adults. For more information visit the 4-H official website.

Enrollment and Fees
Youth ages 5 to 18 years old (as of January 1), are eligible to enroll in 4-H. Our program year runs October 1 to September 30 each year. Participants ages 8 to 18 participate in a wide variety project, leadership and citizenship activities - including competitive events. Special needs individuals older than 18 are eligible to participate, provided they are still enrolled in high school.

Cloverbud is designed for youth ages 5 to 7 and focuses on non-competitive, group learning experiences. Please e-mail Sharla Wilson for more information about enrollment exceptions.

New and returning members may enroll between October 1st and March 1st to be eligible to participate in many of our annual activities and events. There is a modest fee that provides program support, including project materials and accident insurance.
  • Regular members — $20.00
  • Cloverbud — $20.00
  • Horse member— $23.00
  • ATV/Safety— $21.00

4-H Forms and Applications

Newsletter
Our Kootenai County “4-H Express” newsletter is an excellent source of information regarding local, district,
state, regional and/or national opportunities for the entire family. It is published 7 times per year and frequently answers many questions that might arise regarding upcoming activities and events.

Contact Us

Kootenai County 4-H

Jim Wilson, Area 4-H Youth Extension Educator
1808 N 3rd Street
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-3407
Phone: (208) 446-1685
Fax: (208) 446-1690
E-mail: jwilson@uidaho.edu

Sharla Wilson, 4-H Program Coordinator
Address: 1808 N 3rd Street
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-3407
Phone: (208) 446-1687
Fax: (208) 446-1690
E-mail: swilson@uidaho.edu