7. 4-H Youth

Preparing youth to be responsible citizens and productive members of the workforce.

  1. Youth development - Learn-by-doing that complements K-12 education and teaches life skills and leadership, and prepares youth for tomorrow’s workforce.
  2. Developing organizational and volunteer systems to support youth development - Developing positive developmental relationships between adult volunteers/providers and the youth they serve.

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Savannah J. Scott, Sarah A. Bush, Debra M. Barry
Preventing Teacher Burnout in Agricultural Education: AEC833/WC495, 1/2026
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-WC495-2026
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Namrata Dutt, Daeun Choi
How AI Can Analyze Images: An Introductory Case Study Using Mushroom Detection: AE614, 12/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-AE614-2025
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Candi Dierenfield; Jessica Emerson, Stacey Ellison, Shreemoyee Ghosh, David Hafner, Karen Henry, Shannon Horrillo, Katie Jones, Dallas Meringolo, Amber Norris, Melinda Souers, Jessica Sprain, Abbey Tharpe (Revision Author); Janet Waters, Matthew Olson, Sophia Andrews
UF/IFAS Extension Florida 4-H Youth Protection Policy: 4H444, rev. 12/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h444-2023
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Paula Davis, Dale Pracht; Janet Psikogios (Former Author); Kate Fogarty, Jean Hink, Marilyn N. Norman; Candi Dierenfield (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Volunteer and Youth Protection : 4HFSV90.11/4H393, rev. 11/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h393-2024
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Dale Pracht, Paula Davis; Janet Psikogios, Marilyn N. Norman, Kate Fogarty, Jean Hink (Former Author); Candi Dierenfield, Amber Norris, Janet Waters, Erin Brewer (Revision Author)
Risk Management for UF/IFAS Extension and Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Transportation: 4HFSV90.8/4H298, rev. 11/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-4H298-2025
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Mark E. Hostetler, Steven A. Johnson, Martin Main
Ospreys and Observing Osprey Behaviors through the University of Florida Osprey Cam: WEC476/UW545, 10/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-UW545-2025
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Megan S. Cantrell
Theory into Practice: An Overview of Historical Leadership Theories and Approaches: AEC824/WC486, 8/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-WC486-2025
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Keith G. Diem; Candi Dierenfield, Karen E. Henry, Shreemoyee Ghosh, Melinda H. Souers, Abbey L. Tharpe, Claire Davis, Paula M. Davis (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: Adopting Club Bylaws: 4H338, rev. 8/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-4H338-2025
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Keith G. Diem (Former Author); Karen Henry, Claire Davis (Revision Author); Heather Kent (Contributor); Melinda Souers, Paula Davis, Candi Dierenfield (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: Planning a Successful Field Trip: 4H339, rev. 8/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-4H339-2025
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Paula Davis, Dale Pracht, Janet Psikogios (Former Author); Nicole Crawson, Arielle Pierce, Bailea Scarbrough (Revision Author); Candi Dierenfield
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Crisis Management and Emergency Procedures: 4HFSV90.6/4H385, rev. 8/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-4H385-2025
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Sarah A. Bush, Carrie N. Baker, Laura L. Greenhaw
Leading Teams #7: Adjourning: AEC823/WC485, 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-WC485-2025
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Andrew Toelle, Kate Fogarty
Save a Child: How to Identify and Report Child Abuse: FCS2119/HE855, rev. 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-he855-2025
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Kathleen A. Carey, Brandon W. McDonald, Annesha Lahiri, Brittany M. Mason, Isaac L. Esquivel, Corey T. Callaghan, Carolina Baruzzi
Lens in the Classroom: Ideas to Use Camera Traps in an Educational Setting: WEC474/UW535, 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-uw535-2025
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Kathryn A. Stofer, Md. Samiul Basir, Justin Pitts, Fabio A. Castiblanco, Yaguang Zhang
Preparing for Research Engagement at Conference Career Expo Booths: AEC817/WC479, 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc479-2025
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Tyler Carney, Deanna Brock, Kiera Packer, Vivian Rodriguez; Matthew Benge (Contact)
Recognizing Volunteers: Considerations for Volunteer Organizations and Coordinators: AEC822/WC484, 5/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc484-2025
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Shanon K. Junge (Former Author); Abby Morgan, Kristie Popa, Cindy Smalley, Melinda Souers, Katelin Stenroos, Laura Valencia, Travis West, Tracy Winters, Andrea Lazzari, Beth Kerr, Vanessa Starr Spero, Niki Crawson, J. R. Davis, Tara Dorn, Beth Rasa Edwards, Stacy Hall, Karen Henry, Heather Janney, Mary-Louise Wood (Revision Author)
4-H Afterschool Resource Guide: 4-H Youth Development Programming in Hard-to-Reach Communities: 4H436/4H436, rev. 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h436-2023
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Keith G. Diem
The Value of 4-H to Youth in Florida and Beyond: 4H450, 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h450-2025
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Vanessa Spero, Darcy Cole, Vera Bullard, Jennifer Cushman, Tara Dorn; Kelsey Dugan; Crystal Perry, Jennifer Taylor-Winney
Promising Practices for Working With Youth With Disabilities: 4H448, 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h448-2025
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Vanessa Spero
School Based 4-H Programming: Incorporating Family Engagement into Your Program: 4HSFS101.17/4H401, rev. 6/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h401-2019
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Saundra TenBroeck (Revision Author); Wendy DeVito, Dale Pracht, Chad Carr, Brittani Kirkland, Georgene Bender; Bailea Scarbrough, Candi Dierenfield, Amber Norris (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Large Animals—Horses : 4HFSV372/4H383, rev. 5/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h383-2025
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Brian Estevez, Heather Kent, Jereme Johnson, Haylee Linam, Nick Simmons, Murilo Morata
Florida 4-H Tailgate: Make Your Own Dry Rub: 4H451, 5/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h451-2025
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Megan Hammond, Amy T. Vu, Natalie Parkell, Mary Bammer, Emily Helton, Karen Henry, Jessica Sullivan, James D. Ellis
Welcome to the Apiary! Honey Bee 4-H Project Book: 4H446, 5/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h446-2025
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Vanessa Spero
Universal Design Learning (UDL) for Extension Audiences: 4H449, 5/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h449-2025
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Sharon K. Junge (Former Author); Vanessa Spero; Laura Valencia, Niki Crawson, J. R. Davis, Tara Dorn, Stacy Hall, Karen Henry, Heather Janney, Beth Kerr, Andrea Lazzari, Abby Morgan, Kristie Popa, Cindy Smalley, Melinda Souers, Katelin Stenroos, Travis West, Tracy Winters, Mary-Louise Wood (Revision Author)
4-H Afterschool Resource Guide: Developing and Managing a 4-H Afterschool Program: 4H447, rev. 4/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h447-2025
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Courtney Pritchard, Victor W. Harris
Promoting Positive Outcomes in Children Affected by Parental Alcohol Use Disorder: FCS3401/FY1544, 2/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fy1544-2025
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Hannah Eason
"Set It and Forget It" Hydroponic Lettuce: HS1488, 1/2025
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-hs1488-2025
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Candi Dierenfield; Shreemoyee Ghosh, Jessica Emerson, Paula Davis, Nicole Crawson, Bailea Scarbrough, David Hafner (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: The ABCs of 4-H: A Primer for 4-H Volunteers: 4H335, rev. 9/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h335-2024
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Keith G. Diem, Joy C. Jordan, Dale Pracht, Judy Butterfield; Candi Dierenfield, Nicole Crawson, Jessica Emerson, Shreemoyee Ghosh, David Hafner, Bailea Scarbrough, Paula Davis, Melinda Souers, Dallas Meringolo (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: How to Start a 4-H Club (for Youth Ages 5-18): 4H336, rev. 9/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h336-2024
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Keith G. Diem, Marilyn N. Norman, Joy C. Jordan; Jessica Emerson (Revision Author); Candi Dierenfield; Shreemoyee Ghosh, David Hafner, Amber Norris, Melinda Souers, Paula Davis, Heather Kent (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: Selecting a Name for a 4-H Club: 4H337, rev. 9/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h337-2024
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R.G. (Tre) Easterly
Designing Instruction to Guide Reflection: AEC798/WC459, 5/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc459-2024
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Georgene Bender; Geralyn Sachs, Sarah Hensley, Andrew Toelle, Kelsey Cook, Marnie Ward, Shayla Reighter, Dallas Meringolo, Courtney Quirie, Christopher Decubellis (Revision Author)
4-H Volunteer Training Series: Recognizing Young People: 4H370, rev. 5/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h370-2024
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Matt Olson, Andrew Toelle (Revision Author)
The Extension Services-237: Everything You Need to Know: 4H345, rev. 4/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h345-2024
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Dale Pracht, Paula Davis, Janet Psikogios, Sarah Hensley; Arielle Pierce, Candi Dierenfield (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Risk Management Checklist : 4HFSV373/4H384, rev. 4/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h384-2024
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Paula Davis, Dale Pracht, Janet Psikogios, Marilyn N. Norman, Kate Fogarty, Jean Hink; Kathy Hartman, Candi Dierenfield (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Records : 4HFSV376/4H387, rev. 4/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h387-2024
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Dale Pracht, Paula Davis, Janet Psikogios, Marilyn N. Norman, Kate Fogarty, Jean Hink; Kathy Hartman, Candi Dierenfield, Melinda Souers (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Records and Contracts: 4H10.4/4H295, rev. 4/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h295-2024
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Chad Carr, Sandra TenBroeck, Dale Pracht, Georgene Bender; Amber Norris, Candi Dierenfield (Revision Author)
Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Large Animals — Livestock: AN321, rev. 4/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-an321-2024
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Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, Carla B. Jagger
School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 2—Getting Started: AEC777/WC438, 3/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc438-2024
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Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, Carla B. Jaggar
School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 3—Resources and Regulations: AEC775/WC436, 3/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc436-2024
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Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, Carla B. Jagger
School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 1—Introduction to Industry Certifications: AEC776/WC437, 3/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc437-2024
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Sharon K. Junge (Former Author); Vanessa Spero, Niki Crawson, J. R. Davis, Tara Dorn, Beth Rasa Edwards, Stacy Hall, Karen Henry, Heather Janney, Beth Kerr, Andrea Lazzari, Abby Morgan, Kristie Popa, Cindy Smalley, Melinda Souers, Katelin Stenroos, Laura Valencia, Travis West, Tracy Winters, Mary-Louise Wood (Revision Author)
4-H Afterschool Resource Guide: Starting 4-H Clubs in After-School Programs: 4H439, 3/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h439-2024
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Alexandra L. Bijak, Laura K. Reynolds, Ashley R. Smyth
Linking Waterbody Acidification and Aquatic Plant Metabolism: A Lesson Plan for Middle School Students : SL512/SS725, 3/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-ss725-2024
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Christy Chiarelli, Anne Parrish, Megan Cantrell, Matt Benge
Rahim Organizational Conflict Inventory: Instrumentation and Application for Extension Professionals: AEC784/WC445, 2/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc445-2024
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Geralyn Sachs (Revision Author); Monica Brinkley, Judith R. Butterfield, Heather M. Janney, Becky V. Bennett, S. Amolsch, Sarah T. Hensley, Pamela Phillippe, Muriel Turner, Stacey Ellison, Brenda Williams (Former Author); Marnie Ward, Sonja Crawford, Caylin Hilton, Paula Davis, Judy Corbus, Marie Arick
Florida 4-H Fashion Revue Guide: 4H445, 2/2024
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h445-2024
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Geralyn Sachs
Florida 4-H Food Challenge: Team Captain Guide: 4H441, 12/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h441-2023
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Geralyn Sachs
Florida 4-H Food Challenge: Event Hosting Guide: 4H442, 12/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h442-2023
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Geralyn Sachs
Florida 4-H Food Challenge: Youth Guide: 4H440, 12/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h440-2023
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Jamie Loizzo, Gabriel Spandau, Caroline Barnett, Alice Akers, Alexis Bolger, Courtney Meyers
Streaming Science #5: Using Virtual Reality Tours for Engagement With Your Target Audience: AEC779/WC440, 10/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-wc440-2023
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Heather M. Janney, Daniel Gonzalez
Awareness and Intelligence with Emotions: 4H443/4H443, 9/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-4H443-2023
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Julia S. Kelly, Matt Benge, Glenn Israel
4-H Archery Leader Guide: Basic and Advanced Levels, Ages 8–18 Years: 4H431/4H431, 6/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h431-2023
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Marguerite Beckford, Sarah Davis, Kristie Popa, Marnie Ward
Florida 4-H Exploration: Careers in Horticulture: 4H438/4H438, 9/2023
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h438-2023
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