Success StoryNew 4H Special Interest Groups



New 4H Special Interest Groups

Author: Bethany Wilson

Planning Unit: Pulaski County CES

Major Program: 4-H Youth Development Programming

Plan of Work: Animal Science & Natural Resource Education

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

     4H horticulture and natural resources programming has been limited to in-school programs, community Earth Day events, and Extension day camps.  During the 2018-19 year, the Pulaski Co 4H and Horticulture Agents teamed up to start two new youth special interest clubs.

     Local beekeepers have been a tremendous help in outreach programs in the past. The 4H Agent received a PRIDE grant to buy hives, equipment, and all protective gear for kids.  The local beekeepers also donated equipment and volunteered their time to help with the new 4H Beekeeping Club. One beekeeper took the lead.

     The group met each month during the school year learning about bees, putting together hive boxes and painting them and it was to culminate in April with actually getting into the hives. Weather prevented that from happening. The group was small, about 3 to 4 kids, but they were a dedicated few.

     Two Advanced Master Gardeners took on the task of training and preparing monthly programs for the new 4H Horticulture and Judging Team in preparation for competition. This is the first time Pulaski County will enter a team in the contest at the Kentucky State Fair. 

     The Master Gardeners prepared all monthly activities for the kids who are participating in the contest.  Games, mock tests, and fun activities were conducted each time. They always made sure the kids were rewarded for their efforts. At least three youth will be competing in the fair in 2019.






Stories by Bethany Wilson


Therapy Gardening at Sky Hope

about 5 years ago by Bethany Wilson

Sky Hope Rehabilitation Center is a 100-bed facility for women with drug addictions. Pulaski County ... Read More


Commercial Horticulture isThriving in Pulaski County

about 5 years ago by Bethany Wilson

Pulaski County boasts a robust commercial vegetable and fruit industry. Between two farmers market... Read More


Stories by Pulaski County CES


Teen Leadership Boot Camp

Teen Leadership Boot Camp

about 5 years ago by Meagan Lucas

High school students are busy working jobs, playing sports, or are involved in school related extrac... Read More


Fine Arts club

Fine Arts club

about 5 years ago by Meagan Lucas

Pulaski County 4-H introduced a Fine Arts club in the spring of 2018. The fine arts club provides in... Read More


Stories by 4-H Youth Development Programming


Environmental Camp

Environmental Camp

about 5 years ago by Susan Campbell

Environmental Camp has been a growing program in our county for a few years. The program began with ... Read More


Cloverbuds

Cloverbuds

about 5 years ago by Susan Campbell

The cloverbud program began in 2013 in Anderson County. The program has grown into 2 clubs now and w... Read More