California 4-H State Leadership Conference

 

 

 

Get ready to go Beyond Ready at the 2025 California 4-H State Leadership Conference! Join 4-H youth 11-19 for an inspiring experience packed with hands-on workshops, dynamic speakers, and sessions that build your leadership, communication, goal-setting, and life readiness skills. It’s your time to grow, connect, and lead with confidence!

 

What to expect

Our Planning Committees have been hard at work to make this the best SLC you’ve ever! You can look forward to some of our favorite activities:

Kickoff with BBQ Faire

Our Kickoff on Friday will be super fun as always and feature BBQ Faire and sweet treats. Trade trinkets, play carnival games and get to know your fellow SLC’ers!


Daily Newscasts

The State Ambassadors and the Texas 4-H STEM Ambassadors share highlights from the previous day’s activities.


Dance Night and Bowling

Seniors will have their favorite DJ, DJ Hightop, and the Intermediates will have a fun time at their own Bowling and Game Night!


Inspiring Keynote

Our Keynote speaker is Mike Smith! Learn more about Mike Smith here 


Lots of Learning

Experience living on campus, eating in the dining halls, and learning in the UC Davis classrooms. Dynamic and engaging workshops will inspire you with ideas for your role as a leader and for your personal future.


Closing Ceremonies

Celebrate Golden Clover, Diamond Clover and Scholarship awardees. Watch the Highlights from the conference, produced by the Texas 4-H STEM Ambassadors. Say goodbye to this year’s State Ambassadors and welcome our new State Ambassadors. 
 

 

Now recruiting Program Assistants (until full) & Now accepting Chaperone Applications

Please click the links below to learn more

 

About the Intermediate (11-13 years old) Program Track
July 25-27, 2025

  • An opportunity to learn and practice leadership skills.

  • Develop stronger relationships with each other and their older peers

  • Engage in workshops

  • Listen to dynamic speakers

  • Experience and explore the UC Davis campus life

 

About the Senior (14-19 years old) Program Track
July 24-27, 2025

Senior members will arrive one day early to participate in exciting tours and workshops on the UC Davis campus and in the surrounding areas.

  • Tailored to the specific needs and interests of youth ages 14-19.

  • Focus on advanced leadership development

  • Engage with industry professionals

  • Keynote Speaker

  • Choose from a variety of workshops

Register early to secure your spot, space is limited on most Friday activities! 

 

We look forward to seeing you in July!


If you need any assistance please contact 4hslc@ucanr.edu
 

 

Photos from SLC 2024

Meet the Keynote Speaker Mike


Mike Smith Live, the charismatic motivational speaker, has made an indelible mark as an inspiring figure in education. Smith's journey began when he founded The Bay, a non-profit organization committed to empowering underprivileged youth. His vision to provide a nurturing environment propelled him to create Bay High School, a public high school that transforms lives by instilling knowledge, discipline, and resilience. Through his magnetic storytelling and captivating presence, he has captivated audiences worldwide, propelling individuals to reach their highest potential. Mike continues to inspire countless people, empowering them to triumph over adversity and maximize their own potential.