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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Lincoln County)
Date October 29, 2010, 3:20 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report 4-H Youth Leadership Development The Lincoln County 4-H youth development program has approximately 171 youth and 38 adults enrolled in the traditional 4-H program which provides opportunities for the members to gain knowledge and skills in personal development, leadership, and various project areas. School Enrichment In 2010, Lincoln County Extension Service hosted Kids, Kows & More event during the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium. This educational hands-on learning experience taught youth and adults about the agriculture industry. The event is designed to give urban youth a better understanding of agriculture in their community. The school age youth involved were students from Ruidoso, Capitan, and Hondo School Districts. Volunteer leaders presented topics on dairy production, cattle ranching, open fire Dutch oven cooking, and water conservation. 523 youth and teachers attended the event. Evaluations stated that the students and teachers gained a better understanding of agriculture and their environment. Competitive Events as a Teaching Tool County competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 46 members competed at county events. The novice and junior members advanced to District level competition which was hosted by DeBaca County. Contest Areas included CDM, Wildlife judging, Entomology, Horticulture, Public Speaking, Poetry, Shooting Sports, Livestock Judging, Wool Judging, Horse Judging, Home Ec Skillathon, Favorite Foods, Clothing Revue and Presentations. 85% of youth participating in competitive events increased knowledge level and skills as evidenced by increased participation and positive attitude. Approximately 39 members and adults attended the District competition. Eight senior members attended State 4-H Conference and participated in numerous judging events and workshops. Lincoln County has two officers serving on the 2009/2010 State Leadership team. Lincoln County Fair 140 youth participated in the Lincoln County Fair showcasing their development of life skills with indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 250 project areas. Over 380 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $100,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 60% of the 4-H enrollment of Lincoln County exhibited items in the county fair. These members showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to home economics, creative arts, livestock selection, feeding and showing, sportsmanship and personal development. Awards & Recognition Nine 4-H youth served as speakers, emcees, pledge leaders, and presenters at the annual County 4-H Awards Banquet, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received completion pins and plaques in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills throughout the 2009-2010 program year. 80 members, leaders and guests attended the event. Sponsorships & Fundraising Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, scholarships and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a variety of fundraisers to send chaperones on 4-H sponsored trips, purchase awards, provide insurance for all 4-H members, pay for leader background checks and provide scholarships. Fundraisers included: Cowboy Symposium events, Kids, Kows and More and the buyer’s dinner at the county fair. 4-H members raised over $3500 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing fundraisers and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.