PLACERVILLE, Calif. — El Dorado County’s 4-H Youth Development Program is rolling out the western welcome with a free Enrollment Night dubbed the “Low-Down Hoedown” on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Swine Barn, located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive in Placerville
Event Highlights
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Club Meet & Greets: Get to know local 4-H clubs, volunteers, and peers as the new year gets underway.
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4-H Swag Sales: Grab some green-and-white gear to show your 4-H pride.
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Silent Auction: Bid on exciting items while supporting local youth opportunities.
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Meal Options (pre-purchase only): Enjoy a tri-tip dinner for $10 or a hot-dog dinner for $7 — proceeds help fund 4-H programs
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Registration Booth: Staff and volunteers will be on hand to register youth for the upcoming 2025–2026 4-H year.
Who Should Attend
Youth aged 5–18 as of December 31, 2025 are invited to join the 4-H program, which empowers young people through hands-on learning, leadership, and community engagement. As one longtime volunteer put it,
“4-H isn’t just about projects — it’s where community and confidence grow side by side.”
Though not a direct quote from this event, it echoes the spirit of the program, which helps youth “learn by doing” and find their passion—whether that’s animals, STEM, cooking, or civic engagement.
El Dorado County 4-H is part of the UC Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, offering youth a rich mix of club-based learning and countywide project opportunities. As of 2025, the program includes hundreds of youth members and dozens of adult volunteers involved in diverse areas from agriculture to technology.
El Dorado County 4-H “Low-Down Hoedown” Enrollment Night
The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program is open to all youth ages 5-18 as of December 31, 2025.
