El Paso County 4-H Youth Council

Please attend our monthly meetings:

The last Tuesday of every month at Kit Carson Riding Club at 7:00pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the El Paso County 4-H Youth Council?

County 4-H Youth Council works to make the best of El Paso County 4-H, better by being the representative voice for 4-H youth. This is the place for youth to voice their opinions and make changes on a county level.

When does the El Paso County 4-H Youth Council meet?

We meet the LAST Tuesday of every month at 7:00pm.  Our meetings are usually about an hour, to an hour and a half long. They often include both business and fun activities. Come prepared to have a good time!

Where does the El Paso County 4-H Youth Council meet?

We meet at the Kit Carson Riding Club (KCRC) which is located at 8150 Black Forest Road in Colorado Springs. KCRC is just about one mile north of Woodmen Rd on the west side of Black Forest Rd (the southwest corner of the intersection of Black Forest Rd and Cowpoke Rd.)  You have to go west on Cowpoke Rd to find the entrance to KCRC.  If the gate is closed, just wait off to the side.  Someone will be there to open it.

What does the El Paso County 4-H Youth Council do?

Youth Council addresses a variety of needs in our county. In 2010 they were instrumental in organizing the first annual Fall Family Carnival, and will most likely take on an even larger role in the future. They assist with various events such as Achievement Celebration, and can be relied on to promote 4-H at a variety of events. They organize our 4-H Dance at the County Fair, and assist with the Barn Tours. In addition, they provide learning experiences, practice leadership, and most importantly develop relationships between 4-H clubs in our county, district, state and even nationally! County delegates also get to go to the State 4-H Conference to vote in the State 4-H Senate.

Who should attend El Paso County 4-H Youth Council meetings?

Everyone is invited to attend the meetings of the County 4-H Youth Council – members of all ages (preferably 11 and up), parents, leaders, volunteers, etc.  The bigger, more active the County 4-H Youth Council is, the better El Paso County 4-H will be!  

Why does our club need to select two El Paso County 4-H Youth Council Representatives?

While all 4-Hers can attend and voice their opinion, each club only gets two votes on each motion.  It is important to designate who your County 4-H Youth Council Representatives will be prior to the Youth Council meeting. These two people should attend every Youth Council meeting and report back to their clubs. They should bring ideas on how to improve 4-H and should be willing to act on them. It is advised that you elect your representatives at the same time you elect your officers.