In addition to carrying out their responsibilities as club leaders, special interest instructors and other roles, they serve on our board of directors and advisory committees. Today, more than four million youth participate in 4-H programs around the country. Another 4-H approach is through special interest groups such as veterinary science career exploration, youth public speaking or dog obedience training, which may meet for several weeks. On completion, they may form another interest group. Members of 4-H clubs organize, elect officers and plan programs aided by adult volunteer leaders and parents.
Clubs meet where, when and as often as they wish, once a week to once a month.
They choose from a wide variety of projects that fit their interests and their developmental level. County, state, regional and national activities such as trips, camps and conferences offer all 4-H'ers other learning opportunities. Congress passed the Smith Lever Act in 1914. Volunteer to be a leader or get neighbors or others to help as leaders. Rockland Teen Leadership Rockland is a dynamic, hands-on program designed for high school sophomores interested in becoming better leaders in service to their schools and community.