Florence County SC 4-H

08/28/2026

What a wonderful way to kick-off our monthly sessions! 🍀

08/25/2026

Don’t forget to join us this evening at 6:00 pm at The Farm at Florence 1! 🍀

🌱🍀 Calling All Future Farm Fellows! 🍀🌱

Are you a 9th–12th grade student in Florence County interested in agriculture, animals, plants, natural resources, leadership, or making a difference in your community? Come learn more about the Farm Fellows 4-H Club at The Farm at Florence 1!

📅 Interest Meeting: Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 The Farm at Florence 1

Farm Fellows is more than a club—it’s an opportunity to GROW. LEAD. SERVE. SUSTAIN. 🌾

Members will have opportunities to:
🍀 Participate in hands-on agriculture experiences
🐷 Explore plants, animals, soil, water & natural resources
🤝 Develop leadership and teamwork skills
❤️ Give back through community service
🌎 Learn about environmental stewardship
💼 Explore careers in agriculture and natural resources

One County. One Club. Limitless Opportunities.

🔗 Register for the Interest Meeting:
https://FarmFellows4HClubInterest26.eventbrite.com

Come meet us, ask questions, and see what Farm Fellows 4-H Club is all about!

08/14/2026

🌱🍀 Calling All Future Farm Fellows! 🍀🌱

Are you a 9th–12th grade student in Florence County interested in agriculture, animals, plants, natural resources, leadership, or making a difference in your community? Come learn more about the Farm Fellows 4-H Club at The Farm at Florence 1!

📅 Interest Meeting: Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 The Farm at Florence 1

Farm Fellows is more than a club—it’s an opportunity to GROW. LEAD. SERVE. SUSTAIN. 🌾

Members will have opportunities to:
🍀 Participate in hands-on agriculture experiences
🐷 Explore plants, animals, soil, water & natural resources
🤝 Develop leadership and teamwork skills
❤️ Give back through community service
🌎 Learn about environmental stewardship
💼 Explore careers in agriculture and natural resources

One County. One Club. Limitless Opportunities.

🔗 Register for the Interest Meeting:
https://FarmFellows4HClubInterest26.eventbrite.com

Come meet us, ask questions, and see what Farm Fellows 4-H Club is all about!

07/25/2026

What an incredible way to kick off the 12th year of the Jr. Leadership Florence County 4-H Program!

This weekend, our 2026–2027 Junior Leadership Florence County 4-H Program Class gathered at the SC FFA Camp for their Opening Retreat. Throughout the retreat, participants challenged themselves through team-building activities, leadership development experiences, and opportunities to build lasting friendships. They stepped outside their comfort zones, discovered their individual strengths, and began developing the leadership skills that will guide them throughout the year.

We are excited to welcome another outstanding class of young leaders and can't wait to see all they accomplish over the next ten months. Their journey officially begins, and we look forward to seeing them reconvene for their first monthly session, Leadership Exploration Day, in August.

The Jr. Leadership Florence County 4-H Program is made possible through the partnership of Clemson Extension Florence County – Florence County SC 4-H, Francis Marion University and the Greater Florence Chamber, along with the continued support of our Florence County community.

A special thank you to the SC FFA Camp staff for their outstanding hospitality and to Florence County School District Two for providing transportation for our students.

Here's to an amazing year of leadership, learning, and service! 💚🍀 See less

07/24/2026

🌊🚣 What an incredible finish to our Florence County 4-H2O Camp: Exploring the P*e Dee Waterways! 💚

Our campers wrapped up three unforgettable days of outdoor adventure, hands-on science, and environmental exploration by diving deeper into the amazing world of our local waterways!

🦋 Day 2: Stream Detectives – Exploring the Hidden Life Beneath the Water

Campers became real aquatic scientists as they investigated the health of a local stream through hands-on exploration. They:
🔬 Learned proper collection procedures and identified macroinvertebrates with guidance from the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services.
🐛 Discovered how tiny aquatic organisms tell us about water quality.
🧩 Built their own aquatic insects during the Build a Bug activity.
🕸️ Explored the connections between stream organisms through the Aquatic Food Web Game.
💧 Put conservation into action during the Water Saver Relay and reflected on ways they can protect our precious water resources.

🚣 Day 3: Kayak Adventure – Explore Our Waterways from a New Perspective

Our final day was the perfect way to celebrate everything campers learned throughout the week! After reviewing water safety, practicing paddle strokes, and learning kayaking fundamentals, campers launched onto the water for a guided kayaking adventure.

Along the way, they observed wildlife, explored the beauty of the P*e Dee region from the water, strengthened their teamwork skills, and gained a greater appreciation for protecting our natural resources. The day also included the Incredible Journey activity, helping campers understand the continuous movement of water through the water cycle.

Throughout the week, our campers developed skills in:
💧 Water quality monitoring
🔬 Scientific observation
🚣 Kayaking and water safety
🌿 Environmental stewardship
🤝 Leadership and teamwork

A huge THANK YOU to our outstanding partners and volunteers who made this camp possible, including Francis Marion University Ecology Center, The Farm at Florence 1, RiverRat's Canoe Rentals, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, the SC Department of Environmental Services, Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium and everyone who shared their time, knowledge, and passion for environmental education.

Most importantly, thank you to our amazing campers for your curiosity, enthusiasm, and willingness to explore, learn, and grow. We hope you'll continue to be champions for clean water and healthy waterways wherever you go!

Until next summer...keep exploring! 🌎💙

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07/21/2026

Today was an incredible start to our Florence County 4-H2O Camp: Exploring the P*e Dee Waterways! 💧🌿🎣

Our campers kicked off Day 1 with the theme "Every Drop Has a Destination," learning how every action we take impacts our local waterways.

The day was packed with hands-on learning and outdoor adventure as campers:
🎣 Learned Fishing Fundamentals with our partners from Francis Marion University Freshwater Ecology Complex, Dr. Jason Doll
🐟 Created unique fish print art
💦 Burned off energy during a fun Water Relay
🪣 Explored watersheds through the Drop in the Bucket activity
🌎 Learned about water pollution and ways to protect our natural resources
🌊 Used the Enviroscape Watershed Model to see how pollution travels through our communities
📝 Reflected on what they learned in their camp journals before wrapping up the day

It was amazing to watch our campers ask questions, work together, and discover how they can become good stewards of our water resources. We can't wait to continue the adventure tomorrow as we become Stream Detectives! 🔬🦋

A special thank you to our partners from Francis Marion University Freshwater Ecology Complex, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium and everyone who helped make our first day a success!

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07/09/2026

💧🌿 Only a Few Spots Left for Florence County 4-H2O Camp! 🌿💧

Don't miss this exciting 3-day outdoor adventure designed for youth ages 9–13!

📅 July 21-23
🕗 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
💲 $125 per camper

Campers will dive into hands-on learning as they:
🎣 Explore watersheds and try their hand at fishing
🦟 Become Stream Detectives by discovering aquatic macroinvertebrates
🛶 Experience an unforgettable kayak adventure while learning about our local waterways
This is the perfect opportunity to build outdoor skills, make new friends, and discover the importance of protecting our water resources!

⚠️ Space is limited and the remaining spots are filling quickly!

👉 Register today: https://florencecounty4h2Ocamp2026.eventbrite.com

06/16/2026

We are so proud of our Junior Leadership Florence County 4-H Program Class of 2025-2026! We hope they are enjoying their summer! 🍀

05/29/2026

Look at one of our 4-H school’s garden harvest before summer break! 🌱🥒Savannah Grove Elementary Clemson Extension School & Community Gardening

05/22/2026

Spot for our summer camps are still available! Don’t miss your chance to join us for hands-on learning, outdoor adventure, and memories that last a lifetime.

Cooking Like a Chef Camp - Session 1 (Ages 9 – 14)
June 9 – 11 | 8AM - 2PM
https://florencecounty4hcookinglikeachefcamp2026_1.eventbrite.com

Cooking Like a Chef Camp - Session 2 (Ages 9 – 14)
June 23 – 25 | 8AM - 2PM
https://florencecounty4hcookinglikeachefcamp2026_2.eventbrite.com

Mini Clover Explorers Camp (Ages 5 – 😎
June 23 – 25 | 9AM - 1PM
https://florencecounty4hminicloverexplorerscamp2026.eventbrite.com

4-H2O Camp (Ages 9 – 13)
July 23 – 25 | 8AM - 3PM
https://florencecounty4h2Ocamp2026.eventbrite.com

Spots fill quickly—register today to secure your child’s place! If you have any questions, please reach out.

We can’t wait for a summer of learning and adventure! 🍀