Big Bear 4‑H Youth Programs

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🐴 Animal Care

Learn how to responsibly raise and care for animals—big and small.
From goats and rabbits to chickens and horses, youth discover what it means to nurture living beings with compassion and responsibility. This program teaches the basics of feeding, grooming, housing, and health—building empathy, discipline, and a deep connection to nature.

  • Learn how to feed, groom, and care for animals of all sizes
  • Gain responsibility and empathy through hands-on experiences
  • Participate in local shows, clinics, and animal science lessons
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🧪 STEM & Technology

Explore the exciting world of science, coding, robotics, and creative problem-solving.
Whether it’s building a solar-powered model, coding a simple game, or experimenting with chemistry outdoors, kids gain exposure to real-world STEM concepts through fun, interactive projects. This program is perfect for curious minds who love to ask why and how.

  • Build and code simple robots, circuits, and experiments
  • Explore science through fun, hands-on challenges
  • Spark innovation with real-world problem-solving activities

Hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and creativity

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🎨 Creative Arts

Express your creativity through painting, photography, crafts, and design.
Participants get to explore their artistic voice in a supportive environment—learning new techniques, working on collaborative projects, and showcasing their work in the community. No prior experience needed—just a desire to create.

  • Experiment with painting, photography, crafts, and design
  • Express ideas through individual and group projects
  • Build confidence by showcasing work in community events
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🌲 Outdoor Living & Nature

Connect with the natural world while building valuable life skills.
Through camping adventures, wilderness safety, map reading, gardening, and environmental science, youth learn how to be resourceful, resilient, and respectful stewards of nature. It’s hands-on, boots-in-the-dirt learning that sticks with them for life.

  • Learn survival skills, camping basics, and navigation
  • Practice gardening and environmental stewardship
  • Explore Big Bear’s outdoors through hikes and nature-based projects

Where fresh air meets lifelong learning

Why It Matters

Our programs go beyond fun—they prepare youth to be leaders, problem-solvers, and citizens who make a difference. Every activity is designed around the 4-H principles of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, giving kids the space to grow in every direction.

“This isn’t just something to do after school—this is where kids find out who they are.”
— Rebecca Hinton, Big Bear 4-H Chapter Leader

Ready to Explore?

We offer a variety of program options throughout the year, including:

  • Seasonal workshops
  • Club meetings
  • Day and overnight camps
  • Family events and community showcases
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