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Megan Ruhn
I am sure many of you observed 4-Hers busy at work showing their animals at the Douglas County Fair or saw their handiwork in the exhibit building. What many people do not know about 4-H is that it is a yearlong program for youth. Participants are able to re-enroll as early as October to start working towards next year’s fair projects or to just attend workshops and work independently to learn new skills. We kick off the year with a Project Leaders meeting to plan out the entire year’s 4-H calendar of events for youth.
Last year we had 30 weekend clinics, workshops or other types of training for youth in different project areas. These events helped participants gain knowledge and experience with hands-on learning. This year we have an extra special opportunity to start the year: Douglas County will host a training session for our leaders, youth, resource leaders, and staff members. This training is provided by Oregon State University and is referred to as the Oregon Leaders Forum. It is one of four such trainings in Oregon, and it will be held Oct. 4 at Umpqua Community College. The training includes the following topics: Focus on Food and Nutrition, Get SET for Learning Technology, and a dog clinic focusing on obedience and showmanship.
Get SET for Learning Technology is designed for those interested in learning more about science, engineering and technology (SET). 4-H offers curriculum and information on geospatial technology (also know as GPS), lego robotics, computer hardware and software, energy, aerospace, and rocketry. Last year 4-H teamed up with Oregon Robotics Tournament and Outreach Program to provide an opportunity for youth to actively participate in robotics competitions.
Focus on Food and Nutrition will address all aspects of meal planning and preparation. Participants learn to plan, select, and prepare nutritious, attractive, well-balanced meals. Participants will also learn about consumerism, food safety and the relationship between diet and fitness. The 4-H program is committed to the physical, mental and emotional health of our youth. By training adults about food and nutrition in an interactive learning environment, sharing ideas and asking questions, and discovering resources, more youth can be reached.
The dog clinic will be very interactive. This project area has become very popular with youth during the past few years, and genuine interest in the community has grown as more people adopt dogs they regard as part of their families. In 4-H we try to teach youth how to train and care for their dogs. Project animals are taught to obey basic commands and behave as requested.
If you are interested in becoming a leader and taking advantage of these training opportunities, or sharing your knowledge and expertise with youth, contact Megan Ruhn at the Oregon State University Extension Office at 672-4461, or by e-mail to megan.ruhn@oregonstate.edu.
Last year we had 30 weekend clinics, workshops or other types of training for youth in different project areas. These events helped participants gain knowledge and experience with hands-on learning. This year we have an extra special opportunity to start the year: Douglas County will host a training session for our leaders, youth, resource leaders, and staff members. This training is provided by Oregon State University and is referred to as the Oregon Leaders Forum. It is one of four such trainings in Oregon, and it will be held Oct. 4 at Umpqua Community College. The training includes the following topics: Focus on Food and Nutrition, Get SET for Learning Technology, and a dog clinic focusing on obedience and showmanship.
Get SET for Learning Technology is designed for those interested in learning more about science, engineering and technology (SET). 4-H offers curriculum and information on geospatial technology (also know as GPS), lego robotics, computer hardware and software, energy, aerospace, and rocketry. Last year 4-H teamed up with Oregon Robotics Tournament and Outreach Program to provide an opportunity for youth to actively participate in robotics competitions.
Focus on Food and Nutrition will address all aspects of meal planning and preparation. Participants learn to plan, select, and prepare nutritious, attractive, well-balanced meals. Participants will also learn about consumerism, food safety and the relationship between diet and fitness. The 4-H program is committed to the physical, mental and emotional health of our youth. By training adults about food and nutrition in an interactive learning environment, sharing ideas and asking questions, and discovering resources, more youth can be reached.
The dog clinic will be very interactive. This project area has become very popular with youth during the past few years, and genuine interest in the community has grown as more people adopt dogs they regard as part of their families. In 4-H we try to teach youth how to train and care for their dogs. Project animals are taught to obey basic commands and behave as requested.
If you are interested in becoming a leader and taking advantage of these training opportunities, or sharing your knowledge and expertise with youth, contact Megan Ruhn at the Oregon State University Extension Office at 672-4461, or by e-mail to megan.ruhn@oregonstate.edu.
