Florida 4-H
Florida 4-H Statewide Virtual Clubs
Florida 4-H Statewide Virtual Clubs are open to all Florida youth! This year, we have debuted several Statewide Virtual 4-H clubs on a variety of topics. From livestock to youth leadership clubs, you can get a taste of Florida 4-H in the comfort of your own home!
Membership is $20.00 for one year of enrollment. Contact the club leader listed for more information.
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Virtual Poultry Club
This is a continuation of the virtual poultry club from this summer’s 4-H Summer Adventures. We will meet once per month and cover topics related to the 4-H poultry project, poultry science, and explore careers in poultry/livestock and related industries. Club Leaders: Chris DeCubellis (cdecube@ufl.edu) Stephanie Connor, Jose Zayas, Alisha Hutchinson, Marnie Ward, Amanda Pittman, Geralyn Sachs, Noelle Guay.
Meeting Times/Dates: Second Tuesday of each month
Platform: Zoom
Club Leaders:
- Chris Decubellis (cdecube@ufl.edu)
- Prudence Caskey
- Noelle guay
- Marine Ward
- Evie Blount
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Work Ready Florida
Work Ready Florida is a grant-funded program for any Florida teenager (even if you have never been in 4-H before) in which Florida teenagers are invited to participate in a virtual 4-H club where they will prepare for AEST Certifications.
Ages: 13-18
Meeting Times/Dates: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 6 PM Eastern
Platform: Zoom
Club Leaders: Dr. Chris DeCubellis (cdecube@ufl.edu)
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LEG SPIN Club
Leap into Legislature with a virtual 6-week club series to prepare 4-H members for Florida 4-H Legislature! Through this club, members gain valuable knowledge about citizenship, legislative process, develop leadership skills, and actively participating in discussions about 4-H LEG roles and preparation. For all youth ages 13 - 18 as of September 1 of the current 4-H year.
Registration: Register via 4-H Online. (direct link)
*Youth are encouraged to attend whenever they can, even if they are unable to participate in all six weeks.
Meeting Time:
- 7:00PM EST/ 6:00PM CT - 8:30PM EST/ 7:30PM CT
Meeting Dates:
- Wednesday February 18, 2026
- Wednesday February 25, 2026
- Wednesday March 4, 2026
- Wednesday March 11, 2026
- Wednesday March 18, 2026
- Wednesday March 25, 2026
Club Leader:
- Kelsey Cook; khaupt@ufl.edu
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NextGen Ag Tech Innovators
Join the I2E2 (Inspire-Instruct-Equip-Empower) project as we spark the next generation of agricultural and conservation innovators!
With hands-on activities and guidance from UF researchers, Florida teens will explore how plant science and technology work together to solve real-world challenges. Through a series of short-term SPIN clubs, teens will:
- Learn how UF researchers use technology in agriculture and natural resources.
- Try hands-on projects in AI, IoT, and robotics through coding and simulations.
- Learn through interactive lessons and guest speakers.
- Build leadership and communication skills.
- Explore careers and develop workforce readiness.
Each SPIN Club will explore a unique technology driving the future of Florida’s agricultural system.
Ages: 13-18 years old as of Sept 1 of current 4-H year
Registration: Register via 4-H Online.
- New or re-enrolled 4-H members can follow Youth Member Enrollment Instructions - 4-H Online.
- Current 4-H members should contact their local 4-H professional to have NextGen Ag Tech Innovators (Virtual) added as a secondary club.
Platform: Zoom & Canvas
Meeting Time:
- 6:00PM ET/5:00PM CT - 7:00PM ET/6:00PM CT
Meeting Dates:
2026 Series 1 | Smart_Strawberry: The Digital Irrigation Lab
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Meeting 1: January 26
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Meeting 2: February 2
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Meeting 3: February 9
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Meeting 4: February 16
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Meeting 5: February 23
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Meeting 6: March 2
2026 Series 2 | Agro-Robotics Lab: Designing a Tomato Grafting Robot
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Meeting 1: March 9
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Meeting 2: March 16
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Meeting 3: March 23
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Meeting 4: March 30
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Meeting 5: April 6
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Meeting 6: April 13
2026 Series 3 | TBA
- Meeting 1: April 20
Club Leaders:
- Abinaya Inbamani, inbamani.abinaya@ufl.edu
- Camryn Farquhar, camryn.farquhar@ufl.edu
4-H Agent:
- Valerie M. Stansly, valeriemendez@ufl.edu
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Florida 4-H Food Challenge Virtual 4-H Club
Calling all aspiring young chefs and inquisitive foodies! Join the new Food Challenge Virtual 4-H Club and embark on a fun, yet challenging, food-focused adventure right from the comfort of your kitchen! With the help from Florida 4-H Youth Development Agents, you will get to unleash your culinary creativity, while learning kitchen safety and nutrition, and make friends with fellow 4-H members across the state. You will also learn more about participating in the Florida 4-H Food Challenge event!
The virtual club is open to youth members ages 8-18.
The club will meet on the following Tuesdays from 6pm – 7pm (ET) via Zoom.:
- September 3rd
- September 17th
- October 1st
- October 15th
- November 5th
- November 19th
- December 3rd
Adult supervision is necessary, and participants will be asked to gather a list of supplies for each meeting. Do not miss this flavorful opportunity – sign up now via Florida 4-H Online and get cooking with 4-H!