Young people in the 4-H community learn leadership, citizenship, and a vast array of life skills that benefit them for the rest of their lives. 4-H members pledge to build a better community, country and world. 
Camps
Chesterfield County 4-H Junior Summer Camp
June 18-22, 2018
Registration begins March 14, 2018 at 8 am
Contact Jennifer Coates or call 804-751-4429 for a request form
Please visit our Upcoming Events and Programs page for more information.
2018 Chesterfield 4-H Summer Day Camps
Six weeks of summer fun! Each week has a special theme that includes a variety of guests & activities! Each week will also include focused reading activities with our Central Library partners to encourage summer reading that keep youth engaged during these out-of-school months!
- Week 1: July 9-13
Gardening & Horticulture – Get your hands dirty with our school garden coordinator! Youth will do a mix of indoor & outdoor activities. Topics such as growing vegetables, pollinators, water cycle & more
- Week 2: July 16 – 20
Food Science/Cooking with Math – Learn STEM lessons hidden in every kitchen! Guest chefs, pastry decorating, a field trip to the Farmer’s Market, and lots of hands-on practice will happen this week.
- Week 3: July 23-27
Healthy Living – Living well incorporates the physical and mental! Fantastic wellness activities such as Yoga, smoothie wars, Farmer’s Market field trip, healthy meal planning/preparation, and First Aid 101.
- Week 4: July 30 – August 3
Textiles & Design – Is fashion your passion? Then this camp is for you! The week is full of projects from sewing to jewelry making, as well as design challenges that allow youth to use their own creative spark.
- Week 5: August 6-10
Engineering & Design – Dive into technology and engineering with our library STEM Specialist! Youth will design and create projects with 3D Printers, compete in building challenges, and more!
- Week 6: August 13-17
Creative Arts & Public Speaking – Critical thinking and art skills are on display this week! Expert guest presenters will guide youth through activities that explore the visual and creative arts. Friday will feature an exhibition to showcase all our talents (parents welcome & encouraged to attend
Registration starts Monday, April 2nd
Contact Jennifer at 804-751-4401
Please visit our Upcoming Events and Programs page for more information.
Specialty Camps
- Cloverbuds Camps (youth 5 - 8)*
*Registration for these camps are available through Jamestown and Airfield 4-H Center.
Teen Camp Counselors outside the Chesterfield clinic at Jamestown 4-H Center
4-H Clubs
Horse Clubs
- Pony Pals, Cloverbud Horse Club (youth 5 & up)
- Classic Equestrians (youth 9 - 18)
- Hunter’s Gate Horse Club (youth 9 - 18)
- Huguenot Show Hunters (youth 9 - 18)
Personal Leadership and Development Clubs
- Cloverbuds Club (youth 5 - 8)
- Business Bunch Club (youth 9 - 18)
- Teen Club (youth 14 - 18)
Other Clubs
- Lending a Paw Dog Club (youth 9 - 18)
- Chesterfield Sharp Shooters (youth 9 - 18)
For additional club information review 4-H Clubs Contact Information.
Lending a Paw Dog Club at the Virginia State 4-H Dog Show
Programs
- State Senior Congress (youth 14 - 19)
- Intermediate Congress (youth 11 - 13)
- Teen Cuisine Jr. Master Food Volunteer Program
- Fashion Review Show at County Fair (youth 5 - 18)
- Fun Talent Show at County Fair (youth 5 - 18)
Check out Upcoming Events & Programs to see current program availability!
2016 National 4-H Film Festival Winner: Insecurities Make You Stronger
4-H Honors Sarah Gregory – Chesterfield 4-H Volunteer for 46 years
