Volunteer Opportunities is May:
Pitt County 4-H Updates
(Updated: May 4, 2026, 1:32 p.m.)
Week of May 4th, 2026
All youth and adult volunteers must complete their registration via 4-H Online before beginning any service. Prospective adult volunteers must fulfill additional screening and training requirements prior to the start of their volunteer activities.
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Sew Much Fun: May 14 |
Culinary Explorers Club: May 19th |
Plant Sale: May 16 |
Summer Teen Volunteer Hours!
Looking to make your summer count? Whether you need volunteer hours, a reason to get out of the house, or a way to give back to your community, 4-H Summer Camps wants you!
We are looking for dedicated teen volunteers to help lead and facilitate our summer programs. This is your chance to "earn and learn" while making a real impact.
Why Volunteer?
Gain Experience: Develop leadership and communication skills.
Earn Hours: Build your resume or meet graduation requirements.
Exclusive Opportunity: Qualified teens will be eligible to attend the State 4-H Congress (July 20–24), a premier leadership conference held right on the N.C. State University campus.
Ready to lead? Don't spend your summer on the sidelines, join the 4-H team and help us inspire the next generation!
May 4-H County Council Meeting
Join us for a meaningful Hands to Service meeting as we honor our local heroes! This month, we are becoming Star Makers.
We will be carefully removing the embroidered stars from retired American flags to create "Star Tokens." These stars will be packaged with a note of gratitude and distributed to active-duty service members, veterans, and first responders, ensuring that even when a flag is ready to be retired, its spirit of bravery lives on in the pockets of those who served. Please RSVP so we know how many stars will need to be prepared.
Meeting Details:
Thursday, May 21, 2026
6:30pm-8:00pm
Pitt County Extension Office.
The Mission: Cutting, prepping, and packaging stars from retired flags.
The Impact: Providing a tangible "thank you" to our community's service members.
What to Bring: If you have a pair of sharp fabric scissors, please bring them along!
Come ready to serve, lead, and make a difference!
Ignite Your Skills: 4-H Char-Grill & Presentation Competition 2026
Ready to take your presentation skills from the classroom to the grill? 4-H Presentations are about much more than just public speaking, they are about mastery, timing, and technique.
If you have a passion for outdoor cooking, our Char-Grill Category is the perfect place to shine. This isn't just about making lunch; it’s a dedicated competitive track where you’ll demonstrate food safety, technical grilling prowess, and communication skills all at once.
Don’t let your chance go up in smoke! Registration for presentations, grilling competitions, and public speaking is officially open.
Sign-up Deadline: May 18th, 2026
Spring is for Discovery: New Life & New Homes! 4-H School Enrichment Programs.
Our classrooms are buzzing with the magic of life! Through our 4-H Embryology and Butterfly Emerging programs, students are witnessing the incredible journey from egg to life firsthand. These hands-on experiences do more than just teach biology, they build responsibility, confidence, and a lifelong respect for nature.
Bring the Discovery Home!
Our final round of embryology is coming to a close, which means we have chicks available for adoption! If you've been looking to start or grow your flock, now is the perfect time to give these classroom-raised birds a forever home.
Special Adoption Pricing:
- 1 Chick: $5
- 5 Chicks: $20
- 10 Chicks: $35
- 20 Chicks: $60
Quick Details:
- Availability: Straight run (unsexed).
- Breeds: A diverse mix, including Easter Eggers, Turkens, and Ameraucanas.
- Pickup Date: May 22: 2pm-5pm
How to Adopt:
If you are interested in adding these birds to your coop, please respond to this email or contact the Extension Office directly to reserve yours. First come, first serve basis.
4-H Camp Highlight
Join us this summer for hands on, educational camps and workshops!
4-H Fishing Camp
Get ready to cast a line and soak up the salt air! Our Fishing for Fun Camp is heading to the iconic Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head for a day of angling, education, and coastal exploration.
- June 23, 8:00am-5:00pm
- Ages 9-12
- Location: Transportation provided from the Extension Office to Jennette’s Pier.
- Equipment: All fishing gear and bait are provided (though you are welcome to bring your own.)
- What to Bring: A packed lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and a hat.
- Space is limited to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone. Don't miss out on the "catch" of the summer!
Note: All campers must have an active profile in 4-H Online to attend!
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