Adult Volunteer Leader Development

4-H Adult Volunteer Leadership Development
Objective #2
Leader meetings were held in both Clayton and Des Moines to reach 4-H leaders throughout the county. Leaders and parents were asked to help the Extension Agent planning the 4-H program for the upcoming year. Record Books were discussed and it was suggested that a record book workshop be given early in the year in order to get the members and their parents acquainted with the record book and the process of putting together a record book.
Fund Raising was discussed and it was suggested that as long as the 4-H rodeo and the concession stand at the fair make enough money to meet program needs, that no other fund raiser be held.
Putting the FUN back into 4-H was discussed. A summer hamburger fry/swimming party and dance as discussed along with other recreational type activities that might be held during the year.
Livestcok fitting and showing workshops were suggested by the leaders to help members and their parents who are either new to the program or need updating on what is happening the livestock showing program.
Objectives:
A total of 11 leaders participated in the leader meeting which is about 25% of the leaders enrolled.

4-H Adult Volunteer Leadership Development Objective #1
10 new adult volunteer leaders completed the screening process and enrolled as leaders in Union County. 45 adult volunteer leaders reenrolled for a total enrollment of 55 leaders i nthe county.

Union County Extension Association of New Mexico
UCEANM members present program ideas to the agent who in turn compiles those ideas and the members votes on the programs.
55 members participated in the various programs. 50% of those members have used at least two ideas that they received from the programs in their lives.
The following are programs presented;
No Fuss Meals: a program developed from Connie Moyers, Roosevelt County Extension Home Economist was presented. Tip and technique along with equipment were discussed to make it easier to plan nutritious meals in a short amount of time or how to plan in order to prepare meals ahead of time.
Computer Basics: The computer instructor from the high school taught ten members the basics of compueter - how to hook one up, how to turn it on, how to use a mouse, how to use basic word programming. The members expressed an interest in having more classes on using email, internet, photo editing etc.
Layered Quilts: a leader training was held for the clubs on layered quilts. Cheryl Perschbacher presented the program on fabric selection, equipment needed and tips and techniques on making layered or rag quilts. The program was interesting but I think once the members saw the amount of work involved, I don't know how many will make use of the information.

Foods that Lower CHolesterol
A program was presented from information provided by Food and Nutrition Specialist Carole Turner. Members were given information on what foods are high in cholesterol, what is cholesterol, the kinds of cholesterol, what food are low in bad cholesterol and how to cook to help lower cholesterol. The members shared their thoughts and experiences in trying to lower cholesterol and expressed appreciation in knowing other foods they could use to assist with thei problem.
Christmas Program: a Christmas craft and food programs was presented to the Lariat CowBelles (15 attended) and the EANM members. Several different easy and economical craft ideas were presented for
the members and also quick and easy holiday foods were demonstrated. A booklet was put together for
distribution.

4-H leaders are encouraged to attend one of the two leader meetings held in the spring. Leaders and parents are asked for their input on various areas of the 4-H program and are also asked to sign up as project leaders to help youth in the club and county to be able to complete their projects. Example - a leathercraft leader assists 4-H youth enrolled in the leathercraft project achieve the goals they have set in their particular year of project.
40 leaders attended the two leader meetings. Insight was given to the Extension Home Economist on areas that need improvement in the program and areas that they felt just needed to continue as is.
Contests and demonstrations were two areas they felt needed assistance. The agent attended club meeting and presented the various contests that are offered and had information on the Horticulture contest where the youth identified various fruits and vegetables and judged a class of apples.
A game show format was used to help instruct the youth in various facets of 4-H - parliamentary procedure, contests, projects etc. The youth enjoyed using the team responder and it has been suggested that we use this format in the future for teaching various subjects.

This agent has worked with leaders throughout the year to build relationships and see how well the adult leaders are doing in Catron County. This year has looked promising for adding new leaders to the 4-H program. These leaders range for a couple that is going to take on the Shooting Sports Project in Quemado, Many people that are going to be helping with a horsearama that will be held next spring.

The agent has worked with Club leaders on parliamentary procedure and general meeting manners as well as indentifying areas where leader training will be effective.