4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills offered through a variety of settings: Clubs, schools, day camps, overnight camps, afterschool, and other learning environments. 4-H gives kids and teens opportunities to experience life skills and to practice them in a safe environment with caring adults. There are many project areas to fit all interests, not just agriculture. Best of all 4-H is Free* to all members!
Most clubs meet 1-2 times per month, year-round, Club leaders set their own meeting times and locations.
To join a 4-H club contact a 4-H club leader or N.C. Cooperative Extension of Pitt County office at (252) 902-1712 or lsdail2@ncsu.edu. You can also connect by filling out our 4-H Interest form below.
Pitt County 4-H Clubs 2026
Members of this club will learn the basics of sewing, complete sewing projects, and continue through intermediate and advanced levels of sewing. Some sewing projects may require you to purchase materials. Youth are allowed to bring their own sewing machine and sewing kits. Ages: 8 and up
Learn MoreThe Mane Challengers 4-H club meets at the Pitt County Ag Center every second Saturday at 10 a.m. to engage youth ages 5–18 in livestock, leadership, and community service projects. This well-rounded club is currently accepting new members who are interested in developing citizenship skills alongside varied 4-H activities.
Interest FormThe All-Stars meet once a month to focus on leadership, civic engagement, and STEM projects for youth ages 9–18. This club is currently accepting new members who want to participate in community service events and gain experience in local government and civics.
Interest FormThe Pitt County Shooting Sports club meets on Sunday afternoons to provide youth ages 8–18 with a safe, disciplined environment for mastering archery, shotgun, rifle, and muzzleloading with our certified shooting sports instructors. Although the club is not currently admitting new members, interested families are encouraged to join their official interest list for future openings.
Interest FormThis semester-based club meets during the spring and fall to provide youth with hands-on experience in global culinary workshops, kitchen safety, and food science. Supported by teen mentors, the program requires a $45 fee per semester and serves as a vital leadership opportunity for "junior chefs" to develop their culinary knowledge. Ages 8 and up.
Interest FormThe New Breed 4-H Club encourages youth to explore their interests through hands-on projects ranging from robotics and performing arts to animal care and community service. Led by Nada Manning, this inclusive club focuses on developing the "Four H’s"—Head, Heart, Hands, and Health—to help members build life skills and lasting friendships.
Interest FormOpen to all youth ages 5–18, this general interest club meets one Friday morning a month at either the Pitt County Ag Center or Sheppard Memorial Library. While they cover varied 4-H projects, the group has a unique focus on entomology and is currently on hiatus and not accepting new members.
The 4-H County Council is the heartbeat of youth leadership in Pitt County. While all youth are welcome to attend and participate, this club is uniquely directed by our teen officers (ages 12–18). It serves as the governing body for all Pitt County 4-H members, giving teens a seat at the table to shape the future of their local programs.
Start a 4-H Club!
We welcome the opportunity for additional clubs within Pitt County! A club requires at least 5 youth from 3 different families and a caring adult volunteer. Clubs can cover a wide range of topics such as science, livestock, horses, service projects, art, etc.
Potential Club Topics:
- Photography Club
- Cloverbud Club for ages 5-7
- SPIN Club: Choose a topic and lead a club for 6 weeks instead of a full year!
- Community Club: Focused on Pitt County and the creation of a service project to be enacted throughout the year.
- Horse Club
- Shooting Sports
- Environmental Education
*There is no fee to join 4-H. Some clubs, workshops, and activities will have fees associated with them to help cover the cost of materials.