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TESSA HAIN

4-H Youth Development Coordinator

What do you think of when you hear 4-H? Do you think of showing animals, the fair, crafts and that 4-H is for just farm kids? Well, think again.

4-H is more than just showing animals or making crafts to bring to fair. It is about lifelong friendships, spending time with family, learning new skills and becoming the best person possible. 4-H is a youth development organization for kids, ages 5 to18 years old, as of Jan. 1.

There are more than 150 different projects 4-H has to offer, so there is a project out there for everyone’s interests and h...