WSU Extension 4-H Youth Development Program

4-H International Exchange Programs

Travel Information

Youth

  • 4-H youth ages 12-19 are eligible (age requirements vary by program)
  • Experience life in another country and culture staying with a native host family!
  • June and July are travel months (actual dates vary by program)
  • Visit Finland, Japan, Australia or Costa Rica
  • Depending on the program, costs vary from $2000 - $5000. Included in cost: orientations, domestic and international travel, travel insurance, and more!

 

Chaperone

  • Adults, 25 or older, experienced in working with youh and international travel
  • Provide escort, leadership and guidance to youth in outbound programs. Chaperones also stay with host families.
  • Cost vary from $500 - $1800, depending on the program. Transportation and other expenses are covered by the program.

 

Chaperone with group of youth

Washington State 4-H Youth Development Program

 

Youth on back of train car

 

For more information on the 4-H International Exchange programs,
contact Carol Beckman.

Contact Us, Toll Free: 866-458-0196; Pullman Office: 509-335-2981; Puyallup Office: 253-445-4550
WSU Extension State 4-H Office, P.O. Box 646248, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6248 USA