Happy National 4-H Week!! For over 100 years, South Dakotans of all ages have been loving 4-H! Each year, South Dakota 4-H reaches over 20% of our state's eligible youth with educational programs, activities, and contest to help build the next generation of South Dakota! Nationwide, over 6 million 4-H members participate in the program each year. This year we celebrate the many hearts, dreams, and all the love that make 4-H what it is - the premier youth development organization in the country. Join South Dakota 4-H in sharing your 4-H Love during National 4-H Week happening October 1-7, 2023! South Dakota 4-H members learn life, leadership, social, and workforce skills that better prepare them for life after high school. To do this, 4-H relies on a team of over 1,700 volunteers that teach workshops, lead clubs, mentor youth, and give back to their communities. These adults work in partnership with young people to create programs that youth need most. By working with and listening to youth, South Dakota 4-H creates real opportunities for young people across our state, creating a space for learning, connecting, and belonging. We do this by bringing young people together from all different backgrounds, from the cities, the farms, and ranches, creating one 4-H family! We offer programs in agriculture, food and nutrition, health and wellness, leadership, communication, science, technology, outdoor recreation, arts, and more. No matter what sparks your interest, 4-H can help you turn it into a fire. Bon Homme County 4-H, part of South Dakota 4-H, brings the mission of 4-H to your local community through a partnership between SDSU Extension and Bon Homme County government. Last year, 116 youth participated in 4-H in our County. Some of the highlights from our year include our sewing, flower care, photography and livestock classes, the 4-H Lock In for youth under 12 years old and the Jr. Leaders Dance at Achievement Days. To learn more about 4-H in Bon Homme County or how to join, call 605-589-3531 or email bonhomme.county@sdstate.edu. South Dakota 4-H is a program of South Dakota State University Extension in cooperation with the USDA and county governments. SDSU Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer in accordance with the nondiscrimination policies of South Dakota State University, the South Dakota Board of Regents and the United States Department of Agriculture.