March 17-23 was 4-H Week in Pennsylvania, and Tri-Gal 4-H celebrated by spreading the word about all the opportunities the 4-H program offers—especially our own club’s community service projects, events and the projects our members like the most.

4-H has its roots in growing and canning clubs that began in the 1800s. By the 1900s, agricultural extension agencies began “cultivating” 4-H clubs.

During the 1960s, 4-H clubs expanded beyond agricultural learning.

Now in its 112th year, Pennsylvania 4-H began in Mercer County as the very first club. Today, there are 4-H clubs in all 67 counties of our state, offering not only livestock projects but arts, robotics, engineering, financial planning and even create-your-own-project options.

Tri-Gal 4-H Club is a very active club. It completes over 20 community service projects a year and is growing in membership. Under the leadership of five screened volunteer leaders, our club has been named Super Club of the Year many times over the years—and is proud of the 4-H family.

Alumni have careers in veterinary science, engineering, oil and gas industry, OSHA, education and business ownership, just to name a few. If asked, the alumni will tell you that their roots started with the 4-H program.

Join us in celebrating all that is 4-H in Pennsylvania—look for our posters at area businesses and follow us on Facebook.

Want to join the largest youth organization in the country? Call the Wayne County Penn State Extension Office at 570/253-5970 ext. 4110 for more information on becoming a member or volunteer.