4-H Projects Learn Something New This Year

4-H PROJECTS: LEARN SOMETHING NEW THIS YEAR!

Submitted by Barbara Moran, 4-H Youth Development Program Manager As the new 4-H year begins and you are planning your calendar, think about some new things you may want to learn. 4-H projects, which are a collection of experiences based around a specific topic, will vary in time and commitment.

Youth can choose a topic of interest from archery to horses to gardening to rockets. Then the fun begins; exploring, learning, and engaging in experiences all centered on that chosen topic. Youth can pursue projects in their club or individual experiences as well. But they must make sure to keep a record of their experiences, whether that be through calendar, pictures, or even first-hand accounts of the activities, to hand in at the end of the 4-H year to showcase accomplishments. 4-H projects can also be activities with hands-on experience! For example: raise an animal, grow a garden, build furniture, create art or crafting, and more. Attend field trips or camp, participate in competitions such as fair, and present your knowledge at public presentations. If you are interested in a particular topic and need more information, please contact the 4-H office as there are many curriculum guides and activities available.

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In 4-H, science is In 4-H, science is only the beginning. only the beginning. Throughout the Throughout the years, the Sullivan years, the Sullivan Extension has seen Extension has seen some amazing 4-H some amazing 4-H projects ranging projects ranging from show ribbon from show ribbon quilts and bone art quilts and bone art to local newspaper to local newspaper articles, even scene articles, even scene acting! This goes acting! This goes to show that as a to show that as a 4-H member, your 4-H member, your project focus can project focus can be anything you set be anything you set your mind to that your mind to that helps you develop helps you develop life skills! To learn life skills! To learn more, visit our more, visit our website sullivancce.website sullivancce. org or reach out org g or reach out to our office at to our office at 845-292-6180! 845-292-6180!