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Youth Development (Lincoln County)
Plan Goals
To provide opportunities for personal growth and development of Lincoln county youth through their involvement in 4-H projects, citizenship and leadership activities.
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Youth Development
Impact Reports
About 200 youth are enrolled in the the traditional 4-H program in six organized clubs in Lincoln county. Program direction is determined by a 4-H advisory committee consisting of volunteer leaders, parents and youth. Youth participate in all project areas as well as leadership and citizenship activities in the county.
By participating in the Kids, Kows and More program in conjunction with the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium 536 urban youth and teachers from area schools in the Ruidoso area gained a better understanding and appreciation of the importance of agriculture in society. Lincoln county 4-H members had opportunity to gain leadership experience by serving as group leaders and organizers of the event. Participants were taken to "stations" demonstrating ranching, the dairy industry, food products and soil and water conservation practices.
Lincoln county Extension utilizes competition as a teaching tool. Life skills and critical thinking skills were gained by 45 members who participated in County Contests in several contest areas. Sixty eight Lincoln County youth and adults participated in District Contests. Lincoln County hosted 280 youth and their parents and leaders at District this year in numerous contests. 95% of youth participating in contest events increased knowledge and skills based on their increased participation and interest. Six senior members attended State 4-H Conference. The Lincoln County meats judging team placed first at this event. Our 4-H Shooting Sports teams competed at the state contest. The Air Rifle team placed first at state and competed in the national contest.
Over 70% of youth enrolled in the county 4-H program exhibited items at the Lincoln County Fair. Their 635 individual exhibits related to over 250 different project areas. Over $105,000 was paid to exhibitors through the Junior Livestock Sale, premiums and other venues. 140 youth gained skills and leadership opportunities at our county fair.
The Lincoln County 4-H Council provides input into the youth development program in Lincoln county. Officers and members of this group provided leadership at District Contests this summer, during bi-monthly meetings throughout the year, at the awards program at the end of the year and at other activities. Approximately 30 youth participated in these leadership activities.
By participating in the Kids, Kows and More program in conjunction with the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium 536 urban youth and teachers from area schools in the Ruidoso area gained a better understanding and appreciation of the importance of agriculture in society. Lincoln county 4-H members had opportunity to gain leadership experience by serving as group leaders and organizers of the event. Participants were taken to "stations" demonstrating ranching, the dairy industry, food products and soil and water conservation practices.
Lincoln county Extension utilizes competition as a teaching tool. Life skills and critical thinking skills were gained by 45 members who participated in County Contests in several contest areas. Sixty eight Lincoln County youth and adults participated in District Contests. Lincoln County hosted 280 youth and their parents and leaders at District this year in numerous contests. 95% of youth participating in contest events increased knowledge and skills based on their increased participation and interest. Six senior members attended State 4-H Conference. The Lincoln County meats judging team placed first at this event. Our 4-H Shooting Sports teams competed at the state contest. The Air Rifle team placed first at state and competed in the national contest.
Over 70% of youth enrolled in the county 4-H program exhibited items at the Lincoln County Fair. Their 635 individual exhibits related to over 250 different project areas. Over $105,000 was paid to exhibitors through the Junior Livestock Sale, premiums and other venues. 140 youth gained skills and leadership opportunities at our county fair.
The Lincoln County 4-H Council provides input into the youth development program in Lincoln county. Officers and members of this group provided leadership at District Contests this summer, during bi-monthly meetings throughout the year, at the awards program at the end of the year and at other activities. Approximately 30 youth participated in these leadership activities.
*Workshops, Clinics & Trainings
Thirty five 4-H members attended pig, lamb and goat showmanship workshops. Youth received hands on training related to fitting and showmanship of these animals. 90% of youth and adults in attendance reported an increase in knowledge related to grooming and showmanship of these animals based on personal feedback.
*Competitive Events as a Teaching Tool
County competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 48 members competed at county events. 90% of novice and junior members advanced to District level competition. 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. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased knowledge level and skills as evidenced by increased participation and positive attitude. Approximately 70 members and adults attended the District competition in Roswell.
Seven Senior members attended State 4-H Conference and participated in numerous judging events and workshops.
*Lincoln County Fair
147 youth participated in the Lincoln County Fair showcasing their development of life skills with indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 500 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $130,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 79% 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
Eleven 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 2007-2008 program year. 88 members, leaders and guests attended the event.
*Speaking Opportunities
Local Club Meetings & Programs – 70% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
*School Enrichment
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 750 county youth gained knowledge related to agriculture, nutrition and related subjects at county Ag-Days and Kids, Kows and More events.
*Special Interest Events
Approximately 120 FFA members from different schools received training in wool evaluation at a daylong training session and at a daylong competition. Members gained critical thinking skills as well as public speaking experience in defending their evaluations.
County Leadership
Nine members are responsible for conducting County 4-H Council activities. All have meeting and additional committee responsibilities
One county 4-H member was elected as a State 4-H officer.
*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 buyers luncheon 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.
Thirty five 4-H members attended pig, lamb and goat showmanship workshops. Youth received hands on training related to fitting and showmanship of these animals. 90% of youth and adults in attendance reported an increase in knowledge related to grooming and showmanship of these animals based on personal feedback.
*Competitive Events as a Teaching Tool
County competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 48 members competed at county events. 90% of novice and junior members advanced to District level competition. 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. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased knowledge level and skills as evidenced by increased participation and positive attitude. Approximately 70 members and adults attended the District competition in Roswell.
Seven Senior members attended State 4-H Conference and participated in numerous judging events and workshops.
*Lincoln County Fair
147 youth participated in the Lincoln County Fair showcasing their development of life skills with indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 500 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $130,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 79% 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
Eleven 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 2007-2008 program year. 88 members, leaders and guests attended the event.
*Speaking Opportunities
Local Club Meetings & Programs – 70% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
*School Enrichment
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 750 county youth gained knowledge related to agriculture, nutrition and related subjects at county Ag-Days and Kids, Kows and More events.
*Special Interest Events
Approximately 120 FFA members from different schools received training in wool evaluation at a daylong training session and at a daylong competition. Members gained critical thinking skills as well as public speaking experience in defending their evaluations.
County Leadership
Nine members are responsible for conducting County 4-H Council activities. All have meeting and additional committee responsibilities
One county 4-H member was elected as a State 4-H officer.
*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 buyers luncheon 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.
Agents received quality training in a variety of subjects, and provided positive feedback regarding overall trainings. The 2007 Spring Tri State Conference took the place of the regular Fall 2006 In-Service Training. Accessibility and timeliness of training has increased through Centra Trainings and New Agent Orientations. Achievement Levels serve to recognize professionals that excel at professional improvement and have been a positive incentive for agents related to attending professional development trainings and serving as resources in teaching
College age members gained knowledge and skills related to leadership, teamwork and organizational management through trainings, service projects and regular business meetings in the Collegiate 4-H Program.
Youth involved in the NM 4-H Leadership team gained knowledge and skills related to teamwork, leadership, service and event planning through their year long commitment. The Home Ec Specialist served as advisor to the State 4-H Officer Team.