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Do you have a special skill, passion, or interest you’d like to share with young people? Project clubs are only possible through the support of volunteer leaders. If you are interested in starting or leading a project club, please contact the East Baton Rouge Parish 4-H Office to learn more about volunteer opportunities.
Grade Level: K–12 (Chickens & Rabbits for grades 4–12)
Focus: Learn about caring for and showing poultry and rabbits.
Meetings: Shady Creek Park in Central
Club Information: East Baton Rouge 4-H’s Backyard Buddies Club teaches members the ins-and-outs of raising small animals. Youth will gain hands-on experience with feeding, housing, and showmanship while building responsibility and confidence. With experienced leaders, members are encouraged to jump right into the world of small livestock.
Note: While Cloverbuds (K–3) can participate in Backyard Buddies activities, members must be 9 years old (as of January 1, 2026) - 12th grade to be eligible to show livestock animals at parish, district, and state 4-H events.
Focus: Beekeeping basics, hive care, and honey extraction.
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Have you heard the buzz? The Bee Club offers a safe way for youth to learn directly from beekeeping experts. Members will explore live hives, discover the importance of pollinators, and even extract honey while practicing safe beekeeping methods.
Focus: Dog breeds, sports, training, and care
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members learn about canine care and explore topics like dog training, sports, and the many roles dogs play.
Grade Level: Kindergarten–3rd grade
Focus: Introduction to 4-H with age-appropriate activities
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Provides younger members with hands-on opportunities to explore 4-H through fun and engaging projects designed for their age group.
Focus: Team-based gaming and strategy
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members build teamwork and strategy skills while competing in esports activities.
Focus: Fishing, Louisiana fish ID, and rodeos
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members learn fishing techniques, practice fish identification, and participate in fishing rodeos.
Looking for something to do over the Thanksgiving break?
Are you in 4th–12th grade?
Join us for a fun-filled day in the kitchen!
The Fuel 4-Life Cooking Club, a 4-H project club, will host a one-day camp where participants will:
Date: Spring Date TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Spots are limited
This event is free to all 4-H members.
For more information or to sign up, contact:
Eva Davis
edavis@agcenter.lsu.edu
225-963-6340
Grade Level: Kindergarten–12th grade
Focus: General 4-H programming for homeschool youth
Meetings: Goodwood Library (regular schedule announced at enrollment)
Club Information: The Homeschool 4-H Club provides homeschool families with access to the full range of 4-H opportunities. Members take part in hands-on lessons, leadership activities, and service projects while connecting with other homeschool youth. The club also serves as a gateway into parish-wide events, project clubs, and contests, giving homeschool students the same opportunities as those enrolled through public or private schools.
Kick-Off Meeting:
Note: The Homeschool Club is open parish-wide. Families from across East Baton Rouge Parish are welcome to join, regardless of curriculum or co-op affiliation.
Focus: Horse judging, clinics, and show preparation
Meetings: Rotating arenas with EBR & Livingston Parish partnership
Club Information: Members gain knowledge and skills in equine management, judging, and showmanship.
Grade Level: 7th–12th grade
Focus: Leadership, event planning, and service
Meetings: Hybrid of in person and virtual. Join the Group Me for meeting announcements and information.
Club Information: Junior Leaders strengthen leadership skills by planning events, supporting parish activities, and engaging in community service.
Focus: Running, yoga, and fitness
Meetings: Zachary Community Park
Club Information: Youth combine running with games and fitness activities, focusing on teamwork, leadership, and healthy living.
Focus: Livestock care, handling, and show preparation
Meetings:
Club Information: The Livestock Club is not currently a traditional club that meets monthly. Instead, it focuses on preparing youth for exhibition season, with educational opportunities and support provided as needed. Members participate in parish, district, and state livestock shows held in January and February.
Note: All animal projects require advanced planning. Families must meet possession dates, DNA validation deadlines, and show entry requirements to participate in parish, district, and state shows. Please contact the 4-H Office early in the fall for details.
LSU AgCenter State Livestock Show Catalog
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Focus: Photography techniques and projects
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members develop skills in composition, camera use, and storytelling through photos.
Focus: Building and programming land-based robots
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members design, build, and program robots to complete specific tasks. The club focuses on teamwork, problem-solving, and preparing for robotics competitions. No prior experience is required.
Focus: Hands-on science experiments
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members conduct experiments and develop skills in problem-solving, scientific thinking, and exploration.
Focus: Engineering and programming remotely operated underwater vehicles
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: SeaPerch challenges youth to design and construct remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs). Members apply engineering, coding, and teamwork skills to complete missions and may compete in local, regional, and national SeaPerch events.
Focus: Sewing, textiles, and design
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members design and create sewing projects while learning about textiles and fashion.
Focus: Archery, shotgun, rifle, and pistol disciplines
Meetings: Locations depend on discipline.
Club Information: Members train and practice in their chosen shooting sports discipline and may compete at parish, regional, and state levels.
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Focus: Wetland conservation and youth-led projects
Meetings: TBD
Club Information: Members participate in service and conservation projects focused on Louisiana’s wetlands.
