Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is 4-H?
A. 4-H is an education organization sponsored by West Virginia University Extension Service, in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture and the individual counties in West Virginia. 4-H is represented by a green four-leaf clover with a white letter H on each of the leaves. The “Hs” represent the fourfold development of
“Head, Heart, Hands, Heath.”
The 4-H Pledge is:
I pledge my Head to clearer thinking
my Heart to greater loyalty
my Hands to larger service
and my Health to better living for my club, my community, my country, and my world.
Q. What activities does 4-H offer?
A. On a local level 4-H offers community clubs, specialty clubs, cloverbud clubs, county camp, club outings, the 4-H Up-All-Night, Achievement Banquet, and a 4-H Day camp. As well as a safe, educational atmosphere for county youth to socialize, learn, and develop life skills.
At a state level the activities are too numerous to list here please go to: http://www.wvu.edu/~exten/infores/pubs/eventpkt.htm
Q. What are the dates of 4-H County Camp?
A. 2009 County 4-H Camp will be held at the Gilmer County Recreation Center June 7-12th. Application forms will be available in mid April.
Q. What are the ages for 4-H?
A. To be a member of a community or specialty 4-H Club in Calhoun County you must be ages 9-21. We do offer Cloverbud clubs at Arnoldsburg Elementary and Pleasant Hill Elementary running in conjunction with the Heads UP Program. The Cloverbud Program is available to youth ages 5-8.
Q. When does the 4-H do their Frozen Food Sale?
A. The next frozen food sale is scheduled for:
Order Forms Available: April 2, 2009
Order Due Date: May 19, 2009
Pick Up: May 26, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please call the office at 354-6332 to request an order from, or contact a 4-H’er!
Q. Does your office do soil testing?
A. Our office will gladly supply you with a do-it-yourself soil test kit. Simply come to our office between 8-4 Monday thru Friday and ask about our kits. Soil Tests taken in late summer and fall are better than those taken winter through early spring because they come closer to representing the nutrient status in the soil as it affects crops. Sample the soil layer in which your crop roots will be growing. Gently crush the soil and mix it thoroughly, discarding any roots or stones. Wet soil must be AIR-DRIED in a shady spot and on a clan surface before mailing. Do not heat the sample. The soil test mailer is good for having one soil sample analyzed for PH, lime requirement, and tests for available phosphorus, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Upon request and for a nominal fee, tests for other elements can be made.
Q. When do you get Garden Calendars?
A. Typically our Garden Calendars are shipped at the end of December or the beginning of January. Watch the Calhoun Chronicle and www.hurherald.com for the announcement that they have arrived. As of January 2009 we have garden calendars for distribution on a first request basis. Get yours NOW!
Q. How do I register for a Nutrition Class?
A. Contact Nancy Bremar at 354-6332 to register or inquire.
