"The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program
Engages Youth in Reaching Their Fullest Potential while
Advancing the Field of Youth Development."
4-H State Leadership Conference
The 4-H State Leadership Conference brings together high school youth from across California in a four-day leadership training, networking, and learning experience. The Conference provides advanced leadership training for high school 4-H members. The Conference is an opportunity for 4-H members to network and share ideas with other 4-Hers from across the state. The Conference focuses on providing high school youth with experiential education on leadership development, civic engagement, college admissions and other 4-H project areas.
Youth delegates gain exposure to the campus by living in the residence halls, eating in the dining commons, and participating in educational sessions, many of which are taught by UC faculty and staff.
The conference is planned by a team of high school 4-H members and adult advisors. Working in strong youth-adult partnership, the team designs the educational, recreational and logistical components of the conference.
In 1914, 143 4-Hers traveled to the University Farm in Davis to attend the first State 4-H Convention honoring 4-H contest winners. The 4-H members stayed for three days in canvas tents. The Conference changed in 1960 to the current 4-H State Leadership Conference to help to improve leadership skills...
In 1951, over 1,100 4-H Club members attended the Annual 4-H State Convention at UC Davis. Members saw demonstrations presented by prominent scientists and teachers, the selection of the State Dress Revue winner, and Talen Show winner. Read more about the 1951 Convention.
2009 California 4-H State Leadership Conference
August 6 - 9, 2009
UC Merced "SLC: It's a Big DEAL"
Date: August 6 – 9, 2009 Location: UC Merced Age: High school aged 4-H member, 4-H Volunteer Leaders Price: Around $385 per participant (final price to be set in April 2009). Financial Aid available Registration: Forms available in April 2009. Due June 2009. Conference Size: Approximately 550 participants
2008 California 4-H State Leadership Conference
July 31 - August 3, 2008
UC Davis "Life is a Highway"
4-H State Leadership Conference
Youth delegates gain exposure to the campus by living in the residence halls, eating in the dining commons, and participating in educational sessions, many of which are taught by UC faculty and staff.
2009 California 4-H State Leadership Conference
