@Virginia4_H

The youth development organization of Virginia Cooperative Extension. Growing #TrueLeaders.

 Virginia, USA
ext.vt.edu/4h-youth.html
Joined July 2012
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⏰ Don’t Miss Out on Early-Bird Savings! Just one week left to secure your place in the 4-H PYD Academy Beyond Ready series for $50! Early-bird ends Jan. 17. Act now to save $425 and get access to all content on-demand: bit.ly/3WezcPv 🍀 #4HPYDAcademy #4HBeyondReady
People in a conference setting looking at a schedule. The 4-H PYD Academy logo is on the bottom of the image.

ALT People in a conference setting looking at a schedule. The 4-H PYD Academy logo is on the bottom of the image.

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The @nova4h Center looks beautiful in the snow! We hope all our #Virginia4H'ers across the state are staying warm and safe during this wintry weather. ❄️ How do you make the most of a snow day? ☃️🍀
The center amphitheater covered in a blanket of snow

ALT The center amphitheater covered in a blanket of snow

A snowy view of the grounds with misty mountains in the background

ALT A snowy view of the grounds with misty mountains in the background

A building peeks out of a snow-covered hill

ALT A building peeks out of a snow-covered hill

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After 32 years of dedicated service to #Virginia4H, Becky Tilson is stepping down. To commemorate her decades of support, @Dinwiddie4H has renamed the Spirit of 4-H Award in her honor. Thank you for all of your contributions, Becky! 🍀🐴 #4HGrowsHere #Opportunity4All
Becky Tilson receives an award at the Dinwiddie Board of Supervisors meeting

ALT Becky Tilson receives an award at the Dinwiddie Board of Supervisors meeting

Becky poses with the Horseketeers Club

ALT Becky poses with the Horseketeers Club

A 2002 photo of Becky being recognized by Virginia Cooperative Extension for her work in youth development

ALT A 2002 photo of Becky being recognized by Virginia Cooperative Extension for her work in youth development

A 1997 photo of Becky working with 4-H'ers in a school

ALT A 1997 photo of Becky working with 4-H'ers in a school

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Since 2010, @TractorSupply has partnered with 4‑H to help create #Opportunity4All and raise more than $20 million through the Paper Clover campaign. 🍀 It's not too late to support #Virginia4H, purchase a Paper Clover by December 15th! 💚
A graphic featuring a paper clover cutout and paper snowflakes. The text on the graphic reads "Paper Clover Nov. 29 - Dec. 15. Funds support 4-H camp, scholarships, and leadership activities." The Tractor Supply Co and 4-H logos are in the bottom right corner.

ALT A graphic featuring a paper clover cutout and paper snowflakes. The text on the graphic reads "Paper Clover Nov. 29 - Dec. 15. Funds support 4-H camp, scholarships, and leadership activities." The Tractor Supply Co and 4-H logos are in the bottom right corner.

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Last week we had such a wonderful time at the 16th Annual Dinwiddie 4-H Apple Pie Workshop! With the help of adult and teen volunteers, the 4-H'ers got to learn how to make delicious apple pies from scratch and bring them home to bake with their families! 🥧🍎🍀
Two young 4-H'ers work with balls of pie dough

ALT Two young 4-H'ers work with balls of pie dough

An older teen helps a young 4-H'er measure ingredients into a mixing bowl

ALT An older teen helps a young 4-H'er measure ingredients into a mixing bowl

A 4-H volunteer assists a young 4-H'er with a sliced apple

ALT A 4-H volunteer assists a young 4-H'er with a sliced apple

Two 4-H'ers pose together while kneading bowls of pie dough

ALT Two 4-H'ers pose together while kneading bowls of pie dough

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Now through December 15th, you can support #Virginia4H by purchasing a paper clover at @TractorSupply stores and online! 🍀 Funds raised through the #PaperClover campaign support 4-H programs and provide 4-H'ers with leadership experiences. 💚 Thank you for your support!
Two 4-H'ers work together on a STEM project.

ALT Two 4-H'ers work together on a STEM project.

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Amid gobbles and applause, the turkeys Peach & Blossom were pardoned yesterday at the White House during the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation. #Virginia4H'ers were among the crowd, taking a unique opportunity to experience democracy in action & embrace gratitude. 🍀🦃💚
Peach and Blossom stand on the White House Lawn

ALT Peach and Blossom stand on the White House Lawn

Virginia 4-H'ers pose for a photo in front of the White House

ALT Virginia 4-H'ers pose for a photo in front of the White House

Virginia and Pennsylvania 4-H'ers stand on the White House lawn

ALT Virginia and Pennsylvania 4-H'ers stand on the White House lawn

Virginia 4-H'ers stand in front of the White House

ALT Virginia 4-H'ers stand in front of the White House

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Dorothy McCargo Freeman has been inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. A transformative state and national 4-H leader from Virginia, Freeman has empowered thousands of youth to become active, engaged citizens. Congratulations! 🍀💚 ➡️ brnw.ch/4hdorothy
Dorothy McCargo Freeman stands behind a 4-H podium

ALT Dorothy McCargo Freeman stands behind a 4-H podium

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We had such a great time at the Virginia Tech Science Festival! We were so happy to unveil our new Mobile Learning Lab while celebrating experiential, hands-on learning with the other exhibits at the festival. 🍀🧠 Read more about the festival here ➡️ brnw.ch/vtsf
4-H'ers interact with an exhibit in the lab

ALT 4-H'ers interact with an exhibit in the lab

A child uses a VR headset in the lab

ALT A child uses a VR headset in the lab

The lab sits parked in a paved area surrounded by trees

ALT The lab sits parked in a paved area surrounded by trees

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#Virginia4H campers will be reaching new heights this summer at @Airfield4H! The 4-H center located in Wakefield, Virginia has begun construction on a new high ropes course that will be operational in time for camp season! We can't wait for all the fun to be had. 🍀
Timbers lay on the ground at the work site, ready to be built into the ropes course

ALT Timbers lay on the ground at the work site, ready to be built into the ropes course

A flat-bed tractor tailer hauls a load of timber to be used in the project

ALT A flat-bed tractor tailer hauls a load of timber to be used in the project

A person wearing a 4-H shirt and safety glasses smiles while holding a chainsaw

ALT A person wearing a 4-H shirt and safety glasses smiles while holding a chainsaw

A flat bed tractor trailer hauls a piece of heavy machinery to be used in the site

ALT A flat bed tractor trailer hauls a piece of heavy machinery to be used in the site

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We had a lovely time last week at the #Virginia4H Alumni and Friends celebration! The Clovers & Co Ensemble put on a fantastic evening of entertainment, and it was so great to catch up with all of the attendees! 🍀
4-H alumni, friends, and professionals pose together for a group photo

ALT 4-H alumni, friends, and professionals pose together for a group photo

4-H and Virginia Tech professionals pose with the 4-H Beyond Ready banner

ALT 4-H and Virginia Tech professionals pose with the 4-H Beyond Ready banner

Exterior of the Altria Theater with the 4-H event on the marquee

ALT Exterior of the Altria Theater with the 4-H event on the marquee

the Clovers & Co ensemble pose together

ALT the Clovers & Co ensemble pose together

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The #Virginia4H Shooting Education Ambassadors kicked off a new year of trainings! It was a weekend full of fun, learning & thoughtful discussions. As passionate leaders, these 4-H Ambassadors work to promote shooting sports safety, education, & marksmanship across the state. 🍀
The 4-H'ers pose together for a group photo

ALT The 4-H'ers pose together for a group photo

The 4-H'ers gather together in a room and all smile toward the camera

ALT The 4-H'ers gather together in a room and all smile toward the camera

A 4-H'er climbs a rope with the assistance of a team

ALT A 4-H'er climbs a rope with the assistance of a team

The 4-H'ers gather together to enjoy a nighttime fire pit

ALT The 4-H'ers gather together to enjoy a nighttime fire pit

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We’re #BeyondReady for our #Virginia4H Alumni & Friends event! Join us this evening, November 7th, for fun, food, friends, and more here in Richmond! Learn more and register ➡️ brnw.ch/4halumni24 🍀
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Rockingham County 4-H'ers enjoyed the Let's Do Lunch workshop, learning food safety, nutrition, & table setting, along with tips for engaging dinner convos. Thanks to the Rockingham 4-H and FCS Extension agents for hosting this great program! #Opportunity4All #4HGrowsHere 🍀💚
4-H'ers prep apples for the dessert componant of the meal

ALT 4-H'ers prep apples for the dessert componant of the meal

4-H'ers work together to set out fall-themed decorations on a table

ALT 4-H'ers work together to set out fall-themed decorations on a table

Different stations are set up for the 4-H'ers preparing different dishes of the meal

ALT Different stations are set up for the 4-H'ers preparing different dishes of the meal

4-H'ers serve themselves food from the completed meal

ALT 4-H'ers serve themselves food from the completed meal

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We’re thrilled to introduce the #Virginia4H Mobile Learning Lab! 🧠💚 Starting in 2025, this interactive trailer will bring #HandsOnLearning to Virginia elementary schools, inspiring students to explore careers in health sciences! 🍀💫 #Opportunity4All #4HGrowsHere
A student interacts with an exhibit in the lab

ALT A student interacts with an exhibit in the lab

A view of the exterior of the lab, showing colorful illustrations of Virginia, roadways, and students dressed for future careers

ALT A view of the exterior of the lab, showing colorful illustrations of Virginia, roadways, and students dressed for future careers

A 4-H'er uses a virtual reality headset in the mobile lab

ALT A 4-H'er uses a virtual reality headset in the mobile lab

An older person shows a young child how to use one of the exhibits in the lab

ALT An older person shows a young child how to use one of the exhibits in the lab

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Learning something new can be a little scary sometimes, but it's always rewarding in the end! Campbell County 4-H provided hands-on experiences in the classroom through owl pellet dissection. What spooky learning activities are you getting into this Halloween? 🎃🦉🍀 #Virginia4H
Students wearing blue gloves work together to dissect owl pellets using plastic surgical tweezers

ALT Students wearing blue gloves work together to dissect owl pellets using plastic surgical tweezers

A blue-gloved hand holds a rodent skull close to the camera

ALT A blue-gloved hand holds a rodent skull close to the camera

A student wearing gloves holds a small rodent skull in their hands

ALT A student wearing gloves holds a small rodent skull in their hands

A hand holds several rodent skulls removed from owl pellets

ALT A hand holds several rodent skulls removed from owl pellets

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Along with @VACoopExt, we have been hard at work after Hurricane Helene. From collecting donations, to local 4-H clubs delivering hay, to hosting 140+ linemen at the @swva4hcenter, #Virginia4H is proud to be a part of recovery efforts! 💚🍀 Read more ➡️ brnw.ch/vcehh
4-H'ers deliver hay to a farm impacted by Helene

ALT 4-H'ers deliver hay to a farm impacted by Helene

Volunteers and staff at the Southwest VA 4-H center stand by a table of food they prepared

ALT Volunteers and staff at the Southwest VA 4-H center stand by a table of food they prepared

an aerial view of the Southwest VA 4-H center surrounded by linemen's trucks

ALT an aerial view of the Southwest VA 4-H center surrounded by linemen's trucks

A trailer filled with supply donations collected at the State Fair of Virginia

ALT A trailer filled with supply donations collected at the State Fair of Virginia

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Have you registered for the Virginia 4-H Alumni and Friends event in Richmond? 🍀🎉 Don’t miss out on connecting with old & new friends, enjoying food & drinks, and the Clovers & Co while supporting the #Virginia4H annual fund! Learn more and register ➡️brnw.ch/4halumni24
Guests enjoying an event at the Altria theater

ALT Guests enjoying an event at the Altria theater

Exterior view of the Altria Theater

ALT Exterior view of the Altria Theater

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Campbell County 4-H brought hands-on learning to life in the classroom as 4th graders explored watersheds and learned creative ways to reduce pollution! 🌎💧 #Virginia4H #Opportunity4All 🍀
Students look at a 3-d model showing how watersheds interact with infrastructure

ALT Students look at a 3-d model showing how watersheds interact with infrastructure

A 3-d model showing how watersheds interact with infrastructure

ALT A 3-d model showing how watersheds interact with infrastructure

Students fill out watershed worksheets

ALT Students fill out watershed worksheets

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Hey #Virginia4H alumni and friends! Join us for an evening celebration in Richmond, VA on Thursday, November 7th! Registration includes food, drinks, a $5 donation to the Virginia 4-H Annual Fund, and a performance by the Clovers & Co select ensemble. brnw.ch/4halumni24
4-H Alumni and Friends graphic. A green geometric background features a white clover and the words "Thurs. November 7. 5:30 - 8:30 PM. Altria Theater, Richmond, VA."

ALT 4-H Alumni and Friends graphic. A green geometric background features a white clover and the words "Thurs. November 7. 5:30 - 8:30 PM. Altria Theater, Richmond, VA."

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