University of Maryland Extension, Carroll County 4-H -  

Parent agency

University of Maryland System

Street address

700 Agriculture Center Dr.
Westminster, Maryland 21157-5700

Phone number

410-386-2760

Fax number

410-876-0132

Office hours

8am - 4:30pm

Contact 1

Becky Ridgeway
4-H Educator
410-386-2760 - voice
bridgewa@umd.edu

Purpose

To provide a supportive setting for all youth to learn beneficial cognitive and life skills through community-focused, research-based educational programs in human, animal and environmental sciences.

Service

Sponsors 35 4-H clubs throughout Carroll County. All clubs meet monthly. Offers more than 150 University of Maryland supported projects in which to specialize. Provides opportunities in camping, public speaking, travel, judging, education, citizenship, and career exploration. Education programs available to community groups. Produces a newsletter called The Tribune.

Eligibility

Open to all youth between the ages of 5 - 18 years old as of January 1st of current year.

Fees

$10 state enrollment fee (county-wide programs may have a cost associated to cover program supplies)

Ages served

5 - 18 years old as of January 1st of current year.

Area served

Carroll County.

Subjects

Camps And Camping, Children - Activities/Entertainment, Clubs And Organizations - Civic/Social/Service, Disabled - Recreation, Fairs/Festivals, Horseback Riding, Public Speaking, Speakers' Bureau, Travel, Youth Organizations

Last update

30 April 2026