Clubs

This club emphasizes problem-solving, computational thinking, the use of coding, cognitive and AI skills to advance STEM learning. It offers three learning tracks (LEGO® Mindstorms, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi) through guided projects and real-life robotics missions.

Some club members participate in robotics competitions such as First LEGO® League and RoboCup Junior.

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Beacon Bots is a club devoted to learning about robotics and computer programming. Many platforms will be involved, such as use of the Arduino and Mindstorms ev3. Club activities culminate in the construction of different projects and potential participation in different competitions such as FIRST LEGO League Competition.

Members learn all about bee keeping, the importance of key pollinators, honey and bee behavior.

A 6-week club learning coding and game creation. Dates to be determined.

*STEP stands for Short Term Exploratory Program

In the 4-H Computer Club, we share our knowledge and excitement about computers, “learn more by doing” projects, and share what we learn with the community. We take computers apart, repair broken computers, build computers from parts, install and experiment with different operating systems, create a computer network, or automate hardware using Raspberry Pi and Arduino. We also do web design and coding. We also run the Somerset County 4-H Fair App!

Members learn about organic flower and vegetable gardening by planting and maintaining the 4-H garden. Members who elect the optional beekeeping project will learn about bee keeping by assisting in the 4-H apiary, as well as the importance of pollinators, honey and other products from the hive.

Members learn about the mechanics, driving skills and safety of go-karts, with an emphasis on sportsmanship and teamwork.

Ready, set, go! Experience the thrill of go-kart driving in a safe and supervised environment. Learn essential safety practices, from proper safety gear use to kart maintenance, while building and customizing your go-kart. Master driving techniques; engage in exciting, timed laps; and discover the ins and outs of the kart. Enjoy speed and fun with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

A club where homeschoolers can connect, explore, grow, and be a part of 4-H.

The 4-H Magic project uses hands-on learning opportunities for member to acquire life skills while exploring the art of magic and illusion. With an emphasis on fun and cooperative creativity members enhance public speaking and presentation skills while building self confidence and learning a new skill set.

Through hands-on-activities, members gain experience preparing food.

Join us for a STEP club & live Teleconference with Polar Scientists in Antarctica! Get to know the penguins of Palmer Research Base and dig into data to discover how climate impacts species in an icy habitat.

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Members of the Alpaca Division learn the importance of modern alpaca care and handling, as well as about alpaca training and fiber.

Members use the art forms of anime & manga to learn about Japanese culture, fashion, food & lifestyle. They also explore other related pop cultures such as video games & cosplay at their annual fundraising convention, CloverCon.

Members learn about the care and management of raising livestock, including feeding, breeding and proper handling in and out of the show ring.

Members get hands-on experience learning about flight theory, types and construction of model plane, as well as, learn to fly through free flight, control lines or radio control models.

Members learn about the responsibility of equine ownership. Youth in this club learn about breeds, coat colors, anatomy, physiology, feeding and proper care and management of horses, equipment and styles of riding etc. Members learn to work safely with large animals. This club also accepts PREP/Cloverbud.

Club members are students who are enrolled in Raritan Valley Chinese School (RVCS) where they study Chinese language (Mandarin), culture and arts. RVCS students and families share their appreciation and knowledge of Chinese culture with the public through participating in community events and events with other local Chinese schools. Email [email protected] for questions or more information, or visit our website at https://njrvcs.org

Members learn the details of what cloud computing is and gain the confidence to design and host an end website in the cloud. Basic HTML, JavaScript, and Python are taught in this club. Members experience the tools used to host websites in the cloud such as Amazon, S3 Buckets, and Lamb-da.

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Through hands-on activities, young chefs gain experience preparing simple, fun, and healthy foods - featuring a special focus on Indian cuisine.

A group led club creating family inspired crafts with some emphasis on seasons and holidays. All modalities will be explored to create fun and unique crafts. Bring your creativity and inspirations.

Members learn to Double Dutch jump rope and gain confidence by learning to do tricks and routines. Emphasis is on having fun while developing teamwork.

While exploring the outdoors and getting hands-on with creepy crawlers, members in the entomology project area learn about the lifestyles, habitats, diets and behavior of the most diverse group of animals on the planet – insects!

Through hands-on activities led by standard 4-H clubs, the youngest 4-H members discover what 4-H has to offer.

It’s never too soon to learn about money! Join this club to learn about all things finance and how to apply it in everyday life.

Join us for a 10 week Birding STEP club to learn about unique features of birds, develop bird ID skills, & engage in participatory science through birding. Meetings will be based on the Cornell Lab of Ornithology curriculum and include outdoor birding sessions.

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Put your chef’s hat on! Learn how to bake, cook, and where your food comes from.

Learn all about small animals, such as rabbits, cavies, and rodents. By learning the proper care and handling of small animals, members strengthen their sense of responsibility as pet owners. There is an emphasis on proper animal handling, showmanship, preparing for a small animal show, public speaking and public education. Members also learn about animal safety. There is typically one (1) Somerset County Small Animal Division show, as well as a Furry Friends club show to best prepare 4-H Furry Friends members for the annual Fair.

Do you like to play Roblox, Among Us, Minecraft, Smash Bros, and other Nintendo games? Or do you like to play Chess, Battleship, Catan and other board games?  Come join us!  Members will learn new games, teamwork, explore their creativities & skills, socialize with other members, and have friendly game time.

Through hands-on activities, members gain experience preparing food. In addition, members are able to express their own uniqueness through creative craft projects.

Members will be introduced to basic sewing concepts.

At Hawkeye Archers, we focus on archery equipment and training.  The goal of our program is to create a strong archery foundation which will be tracked and monitored by score production.  As a young developing archer, you will learn the tools to be successful along with tracking and monitoring your performance by score progress.  Members will learn core foundations and have the opportunity to grow and succeed at the county, state and hopefully one day the nation 4-H level.  Archers will also learn team work, community service, public speaking as well as important social skills.  We look forward to growing the sport of archery together.

Do you like to jam to your favorite songs on the radio?

Learn how to stomp to the beat, clap to the rhythm, and flow with the music all while having fun.

Members will also have the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience.

Members learn all about small animals, such as rabbits, cavies and rodents. By learning the proper care and handling of small animals, members strengthen their sense of responsibility as pet owners. There is an emphasis on public speaking and public education. Members also learn about animal safety.

Huggable Hares is a small animal club dedicated to providing the knowledge of all small animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, chinchillas, and other rodents. Members will learn about the care, responsibility, and handling of these animals as well as how to show these animals in the various shows we have throughout the year. Members do not need to own a small animal to be a part of our club! Come be a part of this exciting and fun group!

Members learn about proper goat handling and care throughout the year. Members learn the importance of good sportsmanship and community service.

Our club raises puppies for The Seeing Eye. We have both youth and adult members. As the foster family we have the puppies from 7 weeks to about 15 months of age. During this time members are responsible for the puppy’s complete care including housebreaking, crate training, house manners, simple commands and socialization. Someone must be able to be home during the day to care for the puppy. Puppy raisers attend meetings twice a month and go on outings with the club, as well as working with their puppy every day on training and socialization.

We supply the Legos. You supply the creativity. Build something new at each meeting.

Members are given the opportunity to learn about dog handling and dog care (obedience, jr. showmanship and grooming) and to participate in a dog show without the pressures of competition. Members participate purely for the joy of doing so.

Explore! Experiment! Explain!

Learn about the world around us through interactive science activities. Each member, with the help of their parent/guardian, will plan and lead a meeting.

Members learn proper care and handling of dairy cattle. The club also focuses on educating our members and the public about the dairy industry, as well as the importance of dairy products in a healthy diet.

Got Milk? Members will learn all about the dairy and agricultural industries as well as work with calves at the farm. Members will be leased an animal through our Loan-A-Calf program and learn how to work with the animal in the show ring.

The goals of the archery club are to encourage safe, educational and socially acceptable involvement in a shooting activity, to teach the safe and responsible use of shooting equipment at home and on the shooting range, including sound decision making, self-discipline and concentration and to promote the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship and ethical behavior.

Get ready to explore our natural world together. Build connection and community through outdoor activities and experiences.

Members will explore local parks and landscapes together by hiking, apple picking or beach trips.

Throughout the year, members learn the importance of community service by bringing their pets (dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits) to help people in nursing homes and VA hospitals.

Photobombers is a social, welcoming 4-H club that focuses on experimenting, improving photography techniques and having fun. Our meetings are a mix of field trips, friendly critiques and presentations from professionals. We are open to all skills levels, no experience or camera necessary, although ANY device that has a camera is always welcome!  Members develop photography skills throughout the year and proudly display their work at the 4-H Fair and/or Open Division.

Members of the sewing club develop sewing skills of increasing difficulty, learn about textiles and their various properties, develop creatively and design skills.

Let’s get cooking! Prepare a variety of dishes while learning cooking skills and nutrition.

Explore some of the many different project areas available through 4-H, cook and do craft projects.

Get ready for some puppet show fun! Learn the concepts of how hand puppets and marionettes move. Explore how stuffed animals and dolls can come to life. Enjoy pretend play while sparking creativity, expanding attention span, and enhancing fine motor skills.

A creative arts program designed to inspire critical thinking, creativity and imagination through an endless array of fun puppet shows, where kids are empowered to be the playwrights, directors, performers and audience all at once!

Members learn the basics of playing chess.

The Quilting Club is a creative and fun space where young makers come together to learn the art of quilting. Through hands-on projects, members explore fabric design, sewing techniques, and teamwork, creating beautiful quilts while building lasting friendships. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, the club is open to all who are eager to express themselves through fabric and thread!

Let's get ready to race!

Come join the R/C Car Club and where a love of vehicles, speed, and racing all combine!

Not only will you get to enjoy the fun of racing, but you'll also learn about the mechanics, driving, and types of remote control cars. We emphasize friendship, teamwork, and safety while fostering an environment of fun competition. Make new friends, learn about R/C Cars and join the fun!

Members will use leadership skills, strategic thinking, problem solving and teamwork as they join fellow adventurers on fantasy campaigns through the classic role-playing game of "Dungeons and Dragons". Open to all skill levels, no experience necessary. As members gain experience they will be given the opportunity to mentor newer players, and, if interested, they can strive to stretch their creativity and imagination by facilitating games as "Dungeon Master."

Senior Council is a teen-run council for members in 8th-13th grade who are passionate about community service. Members plan and participate in projects that help not only the 4-H community, but also all of Somerset County.

Members use LEGO® robotics to learn how to design, build, and program robots. Some clubs also participate in the FIRST LEGO® League Competition.

Members of the sewing club develop sewing skills of increasing difficulty, learn about textiles and their various properties, develop creatively and design skills.

The objective of the sheep project is to learn about the year-round care of sheep, with an emphasis on management, proper handling, responsibility and sportsmanship. Members also learn about wool quality and market lamb production through hands-on activities.

By emphasizing proper care and maintenance, members learn about domestic and exotic amphibians and reptiles and their environments.

By working with Hi-Rail model railroads, members learn the skills and joy of basic carpentry, safe low-voltage wiring, cooperation and teamwork and creativity. The project emphasizes the historical and geographical impact of trains.

Members learn many aspects of crafting: clay, crocheting, painting, sewing, etc. All will have an educational component to go along with the project.

Learn the basics about money and stocks in a fun, hands on club!

Members actively learn about all aspects of theatre within a creative ensemble: acting, directing, writing, costuming, production, choreography, PR and stage tech.

Come and pretend with The Prep Ensemble! Every week we meet, we do a craft, read a story, act it out, and then play a game. In the summer, members will have the opportunity to act with our sister club, The Clover Ensemble

Members gain confidence by performing twirling routines in front of an audience, with an emphasis on teamwork and coordination.

Member in the poultry project learn the responsibility, sportsmanship and proper animal care by working hands-on with chickens, turkeys and other poultry.

Members focus on learning about dog care and training. The goal is this project is to teach proper handling so that each dog will become a happy, well-mannered member of the family. Members learn patience, persistence and the value of hard work, as well as, public speaking. They learn to accept responsibility, make decisions and understand a dog’s behavior.

The objective of the sheep project is to learn about the year-round care of sheep, with an emphasis on management, proper handling, responsibility and sportsmanship. Members also learn about wool quality and market lamb production through hands-on activities.