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Beyond Ready: Building Skills. Exploring Passions. Creating Leaders.

Louisiana 4-H offers countless opportunities for youth to explore their interests, build new skills, and create lasting friendships. Each program is designed to help members become Beyond Ready — ready to lead, ready to serve, and ready for the future.

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AgMagic

AgMagic is a unique interactive experience that brings Louisiana agriculture and the environment to life. Through exhibits, hands-on activities, and demonstrations, youth and families discover how agriculture impacts daily life.

  • Learn about food, fiber, forests, and fisheries.
  • Explore interactive stations that connect science to real-world careers.
  • Designed for school field trips, families, and community groups.

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Camps & Events

From summer camps to state competitions, Louisiana 4-H provides hands-on learning, leadership development, and unforgettable experiences. These opportunities challenge members to try new things, showcase their talents, and grow through teamwork and friendly competition.

  • Camps & Leadership Events: Regional and State 4-H Camps, leadership retreats, and specialty programs
  • Contests & Competitions: 4-H University contests, livestock and horse events, shooting sports, public speaking, cooking, judging teams, and more


Camp Grant Walker 4-H Store.

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Awards & Recognition

Louisiana 4-H celebrates members who go above and beyond in leadership, service, and project work. Recognition comes in many forms, including scholarships, honor cords for graduating seniors, and exciting educational trips across the nation.

  • Scholarships for graduating seniors
  • 4-H Senior Honor Cords
  • Educational Awards Trips (livestock, leadership, cultural, and national opportunities)

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Why Get Involved?

Every opportunity is designed with the 4-H Thriving Model in mind, helping youth:

  • Discover their sparks
  • Find a sense of belonging
  • Engage in meaningful challenges
  • Grow into leaders who are Beyond Ready


Livestock and Horse Shows

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Two people holding a ‘1st Place Next Healthy Food Star’ banner at a 4-H University event.
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Whether you’re a first-year 4-H’er or a senior preparing for graduation, Louisiana 4-H has opportunities that will help you grow, thrive, and become Beyond Ready for what’s next.

Innovate . Educate . Improve Lives

The LSU AgCenter and the LSU College of Agriculture

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