Worth County

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Local Resources

Worth County 4-H currently boasts three clubs that youth may join regardless of where they live in the county

• Oxford Owls

• Sheridan Shamrocks

• Westfork Boosters  

4-H welcomes all young people ages 5 to 18

The 4-H Clover Kids Club has been designed to introduce 5-7 years old to many different activities within the 4-H program.  The ultimate goal of Clover Kids is to excite children so they will continue their 4-H experience well into their teenage years.

4-H offers many programs, and any activity that you may find interesting can usually be modified to fit into the 4-H agenda.  Not only do you have the opportunity to learn more about these interesting activities, you are able to attend fairs, camps, club parties and even trips to other states and countries.

If you would like to be a part of this exciting program please call Karla Parman that the Worth County Extension Office 660-564-3363.

Learn more about 4-H in Missouri

Northwest Missouri Resources for Children and Families

•   Northwest Missouri Extension News You Can Use (Regional Newsletter)
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Missouri-wide Resources 

• University of Missouri Extension Children and Teens main page
• Extension Publications Search for information on children and teens.
• Center on Adolescent Sexuality, Pregnancy and Parenting Learn what research says works.
• Children's Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis Educate yourself on child abuse.
• Extension InfoNet Check out information on early childhood.
• KidsCount Missouri Find out how well our children are doing.
• Missouri 4-H Become a member or volunteer, and see the power of youth.
• ParentLink Create a healthy, safe, nurturing environment for a child.

Links to Other Resources

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