4-H - Youth

We welcome you to join Torrance County 4-H! The 4-H enrollment period begins October 1 of each year for youth ages 9-19. Children 5-8 years of age are encouraged to enroll in a special introductory program called Cloverbuds. 

The following are the specific age requirements per group:

Cloverbud: Ages 5 to 8 years old.

Novice: Ages 9 to 11 or age 8 and in the 3rd grade prior to January 1 of the current 4-H year.

Junior: Ages 12 to 13. A 4-H member must have passed his/her 12th birthday or be 11 years old and in the 6th grade but not have passed his/her 14th birthday prior to January 1 of the current 4-H program year.

Senior: Ages 14 to 19. A 4-H member must have passed his/her 14th birthday or be 13 years old and in the 8th grade, but not have passed their 19th birthday prior to January 1 of the current 4-H program year.

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Enroll Online

Online enrollment is available, but you are welcome to visit our office in Estancia and complete a paper enrollment form if you prefer.

4-H Clubs

The Torrance County 4-H program consists of four Clubs. Located throughout the County, you are sure to find one that is convenient to your family. These clubs meet once a month as a group and participate in many youth educational activities.

Projects to Enroll In

A wide variety of 4-H projects are of interest and available to youth of all ages.  Each new member should take the Welcome to New Mexico 4-H project.

More 4-H Information

Newsletters

4-H Forms & Resources

County Portfolio (Record Books)

Scholarships

4-H Rodeo

Horse & Livestock Events