Extension’s most often recognized or acknowledged youth development program is the 4-H club program. Clubs are an important part of the comprehensive youth development program. In addition, 4-H youth development staff in Missouri work behind the scenes with other professionals in the community to better the conditions and climate for families and all youth in the community.
Shelby County Fair Book 2025
Check out the 2025 Shelby County Fair book for exhibitor guidelines, a calendar of events, and more.
View Shelby 2025 County Fair Book (PDF)
Shelby County 4-H clubs
- Heartland 4-H Club
- Lentner Pioneers 4-H Club
- Leonard Caring Clovers 4-H Club
- Lucky Charms 4-H Club
- Prairie 4-H Club
For more information about 4-H clubs, Clover Kids and other youth programs in Shelby County, call the MU Extension Center at 573-633-2640.
About 4-H
4-H brings young people, ages 5 to 18, and adults together to learn everyday skills through hands-on learning. Working on activities from animal and plant sciences to robotics, 4-H’ers learn problem-solving skills that can make a positive impact upon our community. Through 4-H, young people learn to meet the diverse challenges of today’s world, build self-confidence, learn responsibility and make positive decisions.