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Youth Development (Colfax County)
Plan Goals
Use experimental education and hands-on programs among 4-H youth to increase understanding, knowledge, and interest in continued agriculturally based career choices.
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Youth Development
Impact Reports
2011 Spring Horseshow
Colfax County Extension Service along with several volunteers and Colfax County Fair Association members organized a Spring Horse Show at the County Fair Grounds in Springer. Ten youth from two different counties participated in the Colfax County Spring Horseshow. Youth gained knowledge in horsemanship, following direction, grooming, communication, and appearance. One parent exclaimed “I have been telling them that exact thing but when someone else tells them it sinks in.” Life skills gained were self-esteem, personal safety, planning and organizing, goal setting, and managing feelings.
Colfax County Extension Service along with several volunteers and Colfax County Fair Association members organized a Spring Horse Show at the County Fair Grounds in Springer. Ten youth from two different counties participated in the Colfax County Spring Horseshow. Youth gained knowledge in horsemanship, following direction, grooming, communication, and appearance. One parent exclaimed “I have been telling them that exact thing but when someone else tells them it sinks in.” Life skills gained were self-esteem, personal safety, planning and organizing, goal setting, and managing feelings.
2011 Johnson Mesa Livestock Denver Trip
Agent attended the Johnson Mesa 4-H Denver Trip. We went to the National Western Stockshow with all the families and kids, and we attended a PRCA rodeo. On Saturday we toured a Reining Horse Stable learning about the dedication it takes to be at the top of the Reigning industry. We then toured a family run Dairy, where they sell farm fresh milk cheese, etc. And finally, we received a tour of a Draft Horse barn and watched a Draft Horse show. It was some real quality time with many 4-H kids and their families. Several parents indicated how glad they were that the Agent was able to attend the trip. For many of the kids on the trip, a trip like this would not have been possible if the club was not able to fund it.
Agent attended the Johnson Mesa 4-H Denver Trip. We went to the National Western Stockshow with all the families and kids, and we attended a PRCA rodeo. On Saturday we toured a Reining Horse Stable learning about the dedication it takes to be at the top of the Reigning industry. We then toured a family run Dairy, where they sell farm fresh milk cheese, etc. And finally, we received a tour of a Draft Horse barn and watched a Draft Horse show. It was some real quality time with many 4-H kids and their families. Several parents indicated how glad they were that the Agent was able to attend the trip. For many of the kids on the trip, a trip like this would not have been possible if the club was not able to fund it.
2011 Dillon Mine – River-source Tour
Agent collaborated with County Agricultural Agent and River-Source out of Santa Fe to put together a tour for the Colfax County 4-H. Six youth attended this tour. The tour started out with one speaker explaining to the 4-H youth about life in the Dillon Mine back in the mines heyday. He lived there as a youth and had some fond memories. River-Source then explained some of the studies they are doing on water quality. They have chosen the Dillon Mine site to do a restoration project. They ultimately would like the County 4-H member’s help when they actually get in to the restoration phases of the project. They have found that the tailings left from the mining have little nutritive value, so no plants grow in the soil. Over time the river has changed course because no vegetation etc is holding the soil from eroding. So the river cuts through the tailings creating erosion and particles in the water. Then to compound the problem beneficial vegetation does not exist in the tailings. They explained that the river used to wind slowly and there was beneficial vegetation that would filter particles out of the water and now this ecosystem does not exist. They want to try to restore that. The youth all gained skills in; healthy living, teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and contributing to a group effort. They are eager to help in the future.
Agent collaborated with County Agricultural Agent and River-Source out of Santa Fe to put together a tour for the Colfax County 4-H. Six youth attended this tour. The tour started out with one speaker explaining to the 4-H youth about life in the Dillon Mine back in the mines heyday. He lived there as a youth and had some fond memories. River-Source then explained some of the studies they are doing on water quality. They have chosen the Dillon Mine site to do a restoration project. They ultimately would like the County 4-H member’s help when they actually get in to the restoration phases of the project. They have found that the tailings left from the mining have little nutritive value, so no plants grow in the soil. Over time the river has changed course because no vegetation etc is holding the soil from eroding. So the river cuts through the tailings creating erosion and particles in the water. Then to compound the problem beneficial vegetation does not exist in the tailings. They explained that the river used to wind slowly and there was beneficial vegetation that would filter particles out of the water and now this ecosystem does not exist. They want to try to restore that. The youth all gained skills in; healthy living, teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and contributing to a group effort. They are eager to help in the future.
2011 State Senior Shooting Sports Contest
Five Colfax County 4-H members qualified for the State Senior Shooting Sports Contest held in Raton, NM, and coordinated by the State 4-H Office. Our participation in this event was down this year because it conflicted with the State AAA Track meet, so several of our shooters were out of town competing in Track. Our youth did very well, though. We had youth in archery, rifle, and shotgun. Our rifle team placed 10th overall. One of our Shotgun youth placed 5th overall. The younger shooters were happy to get through the whole thing and are very confident for next year now that they have seen what to expect. Agent assisted in the running of the silhouette air rifle contest. Later, on the night of 5/1 the Colfax County Council hosted a dance for the State Shoot Competitors. It was a long but fun night we had a concession that all of the clubs in the county assisted in manning. Youth reported an increased competency in their shooting ability. Youth had an increase in life skills related to record keeping, independence, self-responsibility, teamwork, and stress management.
Five Colfax County 4-H members qualified for the State Senior Shooting Sports Contest held in Raton, NM, and coordinated by the State 4-H Office. Our participation in this event was down this year because it conflicted with the State AAA Track meet, so several of our shooters were out of town competing in Track. Our youth did very well, though. We had youth in archery, rifle, and shotgun. Our rifle team placed 10th overall. One of our Shotgun youth placed 5th overall. The younger shooters were happy to get through the whole thing and are very confident for next year now that they have seen what to expect. Agent assisted in the running of the silhouette air rifle contest. Later, on the night of 5/1 the Colfax County Council hosted a dance for the State Shoot Competitors. It was a long but fun night we had a concession that all of the clubs in the county assisted in manning. Youth reported an increased competency in their shooting ability. Youth had an increase in life skills related to record keeping, independence, self-responsibility, teamwork, and stress management.
2011 Steer Clipping Clinic
Three Colfax County 4-H members attended a countywide steer clipping clinic. Youth received hands on training related to grooming, washing, and clipping. Youth reported an increase in knowledge related to clipping, washing, and blowing their cattle.
Three Colfax County 4-H members attended a countywide steer clipping clinic. Youth received hands on training related to grooming, washing, and clipping. Youth reported an increase in knowledge related to clipping, washing, and blowing their cattle.