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Youth Development (Lincoln County)
Plan Goals
To develop life skills in youth and 4-H members in Lincoln County by gaining knowledge in subject matter of home economics (nutrition, clothing, consumerism, child development) and personal growth (citizenship, leadership, and public speaking).
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Impact Reports
In 2007, Lincoln County Extension Service hosted their first Kids, Kows & More event during the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium. This educational hands-on learning experience introduced youth and adults to 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, Alamogordo, and Capitan schools. Volunteer leaders presented topics on dairy production, cattle ranching, forestry, and water conservation. Five hundred twenty-two youth and teachers attended the event. Evaluations stated that the students and teachers gained a better understanding of agriculture and their environment.
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.
Fifteen leaders gained knowledge related to the new Home Economics Lettermen Recognition Program through trainings. Nine youth received awards in 2007.