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If you are interested in joining a 4-H Club, please fill out this form: Join Hudson County 4-H
4‑H clubs are ran by background checked, and trained adult community volunteers, Hudson County 4-H staff, and sometimes in partnership with community organizations. These programs aim to teach youth life skills around an array of project areas. The clubs are offered for Hudson County youth. Once youth are registered 4‑H members they are welcome to participate in county, state, and national 4‑H events.
ZSuite is our new registration system for youth to join all Clubs/Programs.
Please register your youth at https://4h.zsuite.org/ – Instructions for ZSuite
Questions? Email hudson4h@njaes.rutgers.edu
For Youth in Hudson County:
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Dog Club
Grades 4th-12th
Meets Monthly
Youth members will build skills like responsibility, patience, and public speaking in a supportive environment! Pet ownership is NOT required!
When: 3rd Saturday of each month from 12pm-1pm
Location: Hoboken Public Library – Large Program Room
Cavy Club (Guinea Pig)
Grades 4th-12th
Meets monthly
Youth will learn how to care for, handle, and keep your cavies happy and healthy. Whether you have a guinea pig or just want to learn more, everyone is welcome! Pet ownership is NOT required!
When: 3rd Thursday of each month from 4pm-5pm
Location: Jersey City Free Public Library Priscilla Gardener Main Branch
Teen Council (Community Service) Club
Grades 8th-12th
Club runs September-June (off July & August)
Meetings focus on community service projects in many areas! Meetings are focused around youth mindfulness, and fun service projects/crafts. Opportunities for volunteer hours!
When: 2nd Monday of each month from 5pm-6pm
Location: JCFPL Five Corners Branch
Youth Birding Club
Ages 10-14
Club generally runs April-June; September-November
In collaboration with FBCJC and Jersey City Birds
Youth will gain skills to identify birds in their neighborhood and learn about their importance of biodiversity while enjoying the outdoors.
When: Fall 2025 Meetings – September 27th, October 18th, November TBD
Locations: Various Green Spaces around Hudson County
Cloverbud Garden Club
Grades K-3rd
Club runs weekly, year-round
During meetings, youth will learn to plant and grow plants, make nature crafts, and learn about the environment!
When: Weekly on Wednesdays from 3:30PM-4:30PM
Location: Hamilton Park Montessori School
Program is currently at capacity.
Computer Science Club
Grades 4th-8th
Club generally runs weekly February-April; October-December
In partnership with the Apple Community Education Initiative
Explore the exciting world of tech through hands-on projects, coding challenges, and collaborative learning with iPads! Whether you’re a beginner or a future software engineer, all are welcome. Come build, create, and innovate with us! No experience necessary!
Location: TBD
More information coming soon!
Youth Urban Farm Club
Ages 12-18
Club runs June-August
This summer program is hosted at community garden and small urban farm sites and led by adult volunteers from the community all around Hudson county. Youth will gain hands-on experience in a garden while also learning about food systems, the local environment, and more! More about the club here
Location: Various community garden sites around Hudson County
Program is completed for the 2025 year.
Registration for 2026 summer will open in May 2026.
World Food Prize/Global Food Security Coalition Club
Grades 9th-12th
Club runs January-March
Youth members will work with a team to develop individual research projects addressing global food security issues. Participants will meet once a week on Zoom with mentors and peers to prepare their research project. Projects will be presented at the Rutgers University Youth Institute Summit in March
When: Meets weekly between January and February, followed by an in-person event in March
Location: Zoom
Program is completed for the 2025 year. Registration for 2026 will open in December 2025.
Food & Agriculture Changemakers
Grades 9th-12th
Application based, program runs May-August
Learn More About the Program Here
Explore the world of food systems, food justice, and urban agriculture while gaining job skills and field experience in this 14-week program!
Location: RCE Learning Garden in West Hudson Park, Kearny & Various locations around Kearny.
Program is completed for this year. Next cohort applications will open March 2026.
Sustainability Ambassadors
Grades 9th-12th
Recruitment from YUFC, program runs January-May
More information coming soon…
New Jersey Youth Food Council
Grades 9th-12th
Application based, program runs August-May
NJYFC is a statewide initiative for high school students to engage in food policy, advocacy, and action. If you’re interested in sustainability, food systems, community action, or the environment…this program is for you! Visit the NJYFC Website for more info: https://nj-youth-food-council-nprlo.wstd.io/
Location: Zoom
Applications for this program are CLOSED. Applications for next cohort will open April 2026.
STEM Ambassadors Program
Entering Grades 9th-10th
Application based, program is year-round and multi-year
Youth members will gain up tons of volunteer service hours and leadership skills while participating in tours, workshops and field trips! More information about this program can be found here: https://nj4h.rutgers.edu/join-stem-ambassadors/
Location: Various Locations Around Hudson County and NJ
Program is underway. Next cohort applications will open March 2026.
- Lincoln Middle School Garden Club in Kearny, School-based
- Botswick Garden Club in Jersey City, Community Center-based
For Adults Volunteers:
- Hudson County 4-H Advisory Board, Adult Volunteers
- 10 meetings a year which alternate between Zoom and in-person, generally on a Thursday evening.
- Members may include 4-H Leaders, community volunteers and parents. Some of their goals are the planning and conducting of county-wide programs and activities, fundraising to support 4-H programs and scholarships, and supporting the efforts of all 4-H’ers in the County.
- If you are interested in joining, please email us at hudson4h@njaes.rutgers.edu.