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Youth Development (De Baca County)
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This plan deals with Project Work; Special Interest; School Enrichment; Competition; Clinics; Workshops; Outreach Efforts; Record Books; De Baca County 4-H Council; Officer Trainings; Senior Leadership Club Membership; and anything related to youth in De
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County Competitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 26% of senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included meats, entomology, wool, horse, and fashion review. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
County Council
Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer and Appointed Council Delegate. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership, and Team Work. 100% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organization, goal setting, keeping records, communication, and decision making as evidenced by youth involvement in 4-H activities and attendance at council meetings.
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 26% of senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included meats, entomology, wool, horse, and fashion review. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
County Council
Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer and Appointed Council Delegate. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership, and Team Work. 100% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organization, goal setting, keeping records, communication, and decision making as evidenced by youth involvement in 4-H activities and attendance at council meetings.
County Cometitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 63% of junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Consumer Decision, Wildlife, Horse Judging, Livestock Judging, Poetry, Livestock Skill-a-Thon, Horse Bowl, Fashion Review, Rifle, and Archery. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
State Fair
19 youth participated in the New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 85 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 34% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
Eastern NM State Fair
19 youth participated in the Eastern New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 70 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 34% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
District Horse
4 De Baca County youth participated in the Southeast District Horse Show showcasing their development of life skills through horse and horsemanship. De Baca and Guadalupe county extension staff worked together to host the event in Fort Sumner which was held in conjunction with the Northeast District Horse Show. There were 7 total novice, junior, and senior participants in the SE division. There were 5 total novice, junior, and senior participants in the NE division.
Club Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair/Member. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership, and Team Work. 85% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organization, goal setting, keeping records, communication, and decision making as evidenced by youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings and contributions to club and county council efforts.
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 63% of junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Consumer Decision, Wildlife, Horse Judging, Livestock Judging, Poetry, Livestock Skill-a-Thon, Horse Bowl, Fashion Review, Rifle, and Archery. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
State Fair
19 youth participated in the New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 85 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 34% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
Eastern NM State Fair
19 youth participated in the Eastern New Mexico State Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 70 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 34% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
District Horse
4 De Baca County youth participated in the Southeast District Horse Show showcasing their development of life skills through horse and horsemanship. De Baca and Guadalupe county extension staff worked together to host the event in Fort Sumner which was held in conjunction with the Northeast District Horse Show. There were 7 total novice, junior, and senior participants in the SE division. There were 5 total novice, junior, and senior participants in the NE division.
Club Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair/Member. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership, and Team Work. 85% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organization, goal setting, keeping records, communication, and decision making as evidenced by youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings and contributions to club and county council efforts.
Community Service
34 4-H youth participated in two community service projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Trash pickup at Dallas Park, clean-up of the cemetery mile, and fairgrounds workday. Youth increased knowledge and skills related to generosity and service learning, contributions to group efforts and responsible citizenship as evidenced by willingness to serve, appreciation of service opportunities and youth assuming leadership roles related to service. Results were observed by the agent as well as reported by club leaders and in member record books.
The De Baca County 4-H is always looking for a way to give back to the community. As with many counties this year, De Baca was struck hard with fires. The local volunteer firefighters and EMTs put in a lot of time this year fighting disasters. As a community appreciation/thank you project, the 4-H council came up with the idea to host a community dinner for our volunteers. Volunteers were invited to eat for free and others could buy a plate. The money raised was donated to the volunteer firefighter support group. There were 475 plates served and $1,000 was raised to donate to the support group. The National Honors Society, FFA, and a high school community service class worked with the 4-H to host the dinner.
Horse Safety Meeting
9 4-H members attended a Horse Safety Workshop. Youth received training related to the safety and care of themselves, their equipment, and their horses when at home and while traveling to events. 50% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to horse care.
Project Workshops
33 4-H members attended 4-H project Workshops. Leaders held workshops in shooting sports, baking, sewing, and braiding. Youth received training related to: Shooting Sports- safety and shooting technique; baking- reading recipes, measuring, and evaluation; sewing- pattern and material selection, seam stitching, and modeling; and braiding-tension, and the different types of braids. 98% of youth showed an increase in knowledge related to their project area as observed by the leader or agent and demonstrated through exhibiting an item in the competition.
Judging Practices
12 4-H members attended judging practices to prepare themselves for county and district contests. Youth received hands on training related to livestock judging, consumer decision making, wildlife, horse bowl, and wool. 100% of these members went on to compete at district contest.
County Competitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 50% of novice youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Consumer Decision, Wildlife, Horse Judging, Livestock Judging, Poetry, Livestock Skill-a-Thon, Horse Bowl, Fashion Review, Rifle, and Archery. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
Project Visits
33% of youth enrolled in 4-H in De Baca County are enrolled in animal projects. The agent made 15 visits to tag animals, check on animals, assist with clipping and shearing, and answer questions. Some visits were made with the local FFA advisor. Projects seen were market lambs, market swine, market steers, breeding heifers, and dairy heifers.
Horse School
3 4-H members attended the statewide 4-H Horse School. Youth received hands on training related to horses and horsemanship. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to horse care and riding. 100% of youth also reported that they met other 4-H members, and became more self-motivated to work with their horse.
Farm Safety Day
28 third grade students from Fort Sumner Elementary attended a tri-county Ag Safety Day in Santa Rosa. Safety issues covered included water, fire, 911, electrical, gun, animal, atv, and health safety. 100% of youth could identify at least one or more specific concepts learned.
Youth Programming
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. The agent made 3 visits to third grade classrooms to speak about 4-H and the hands on activities that can be experienced through the many 4-H projects. 28 youth gained knowledge related to what 4-H is and what they can do in 4-H as a member. Each third grader also braided either a key chain or zipper pull using a braid from the Braiding I project.
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 25 youth gained knowledge related to 4-H and the Cooperative Extension Service. During a community Walk-About planned by the 5th grade teacher, the class stopped by the Extension Office, as well as several other places of work, to visit with staff about opportunities offered by that organization/business.
Scholarships and 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’s main fundraising activity is the Fort Sumner Ranch Rodeo. This is a WRCA sanctioned event, and 4-H works with the Ranch Rodeo Committee to host the event by selling advertisements for the program, running the concession, and providing volunteer staff to assist with gate, arena work, and timing. The county raised over $4,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in marketing, communication, and contributing to a group effort.
County Fair
35 youth participated in the De Baca County Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 151 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $52,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 63% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
Local Club Meetings & Programs
40% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs
14% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.
34 4-H youth participated in two community service projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Trash pickup at Dallas Park, clean-up of the cemetery mile, and fairgrounds workday. Youth increased knowledge and skills related to generosity and service learning, contributions to group efforts and responsible citizenship as evidenced by willingness to serve, appreciation of service opportunities and youth assuming leadership roles related to service. Results were observed by the agent as well as reported by club leaders and in member record books.
The De Baca County 4-H is always looking for a way to give back to the community. As with many counties this year, De Baca was struck hard with fires. The local volunteer firefighters and EMTs put in a lot of time this year fighting disasters. As a community appreciation/thank you project, the 4-H council came up with the idea to host a community dinner for our volunteers. Volunteers were invited to eat for free and others could buy a plate. The money raised was donated to the volunteer firefighter support group. There were 475 plates served and $1,000 was raised to donate to the support group. The National Honors Society, FFA, and a high school community service class worked with the 4-H to host the dinner.
Horse Safety Meeting
9 4-H members attended a Horse Safety Workshop. Youth received training related to the safety and care of themselves, their equipment, and their horses when at home and while traveling to events. 50% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to horse care.
Project Workshops
33 4-H members attended 4-H project Workshops. Leaders held workshops in shooting sports, baking, sewing, and braiding. Youth received training related to: Shooting Sports- safety and shooting technique; baking- reading recipes, measuring, and evaluation; sewing- pattern and material selection, seam stitching, and modeling; and braiding-tension, and the different types of braids. 98% of youth showed an increase in knowledge related to their project area as observed by the leader or agent and demonstrated through exhibiting an item in the competition.
Judging Practices
12 4-H members attended judging practices to prepare themselves for county and district contests. Youth received hands on training related to livestock judging, consumer decision making, wildlife, horse bowl, and wool. 100% of these members went on to compete at district contest.
County Competitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 50% of novice youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Consumer Decision, Wildlife, Horse Judging, Livestock Judging, Poetry, Livestock Skill-a-Thon, Horse Bowl, Fashion Review, Rifle, and Archery. 95% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
Project Visits
33% of youth enrolled in 4-H in De Baca County are enrolled in animal projects. The agent made 15 visits to tag animals, check on animals, assist with clipping and shearing, and answer questions. Some visits were made with the local FFA advisor. Projects seen were market lambs, market swine, market steers, breeding heifers, and dairy heifers.
Horse School
3 4-H members attended the statewide 4-H Horse School. Youth received hands on training related to horses and horsemanship. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to horse care and riding. 100% of youth also reported that they met other 4-H members, and became more self-motivated to work with their horse.
Farm Safety Day
28 third grade students from Fort Sumner Elementary attended a tri-county Ag Safety Day in Santa Rosa. Safety issues covered included water, fire, 911, electrical, gun, animal, atv, and health safety. 100% of youth could identify at least one or more specific concepts learned.
Youth Programming
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. The agent made 3 visits to third grade classrooms to speak about 4-H and the hands on activities that can be experienced through the many 4-H projects. 28 youth gained knowledge related to what 4-H is and what they can do in 4-H as a member. Each third grader also braided either a key chain or zipper pull using a braid from the Braiding I project.
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 25 youth gained knowledge related to 4-H and the Cooperative Extension Service. During a community Walk-About planned by the 5th grade teacher, the class stopped by the Extension Office, as well as several other places of work, to visit with staff about opportunities offered by that organization/business.
Scholarships and 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’s main fundraising activity is the Fort Sumner Ranch Rodeo. This is a WRCA sanctioned event, and 4-H works with the Ranch Rodeo Committee to host the event by selling advertisements for the program, running the concession, and providing volunteer staff to assist with gate, arena work, and timing. The county raised over $4,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in marketing, communication, and contributing to a group effort.
County Fair
35 youth participated in the De Baca County Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 151 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $52,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 63% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to agriculture, livestock, home economics, responsibility, and character as evidenced by the quality of projects presented and achievements won.
Local Club Meetings & Programs
40% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs
14% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.
Aspen Achen has signed on to support Youth Development within De Baca County.
Coordinated NM State 4-H Shooting Sports Contest in Raton, NM at the NRA Whittington Center. Senior age 4-H members participated in the event to demonstrate proficiencies in various shooting disciplines. Top placed teams qualified for the national event in June. There were 210 youth competing. (Increase of 35 4-Her’s from 2006.)
Presented 4-H Shooting Sports clinic at Lincoln County Ag. Days in Capitan, NM. Ag. Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to agriculture and its contribution to our live. Approximately 250students from Capitan Schools attended.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Horse School. 221 4-H members and leaders from New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members with their horsemanship skills as well as give the opportunities to learn more about the horse by attending equine related workshops. Leaders participate in sessions as well to take the program to their home counties and develop similar type educational events. Further introduced animal ID act through workshop by New Mexico Livestock Board and career development workshops. Evaluations indicated that audience was very favorable to the new focus. Received sponsorship of school from Horseman’s Supply and New Mexico Livestock Board.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Livestock Schools. 300 Four H members from Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members in learning about their livestock projects thru a variety of teaching methods. The methods range from hands on sessions to classroom type workshops. 4-H members and leaders learn showmanship, ethics, feeding and overall management of their projects. The educational curriculum is offered to 4-H participants in the following species of beef, dairy cattle, sheep, swine and meat goat. Received sponsorships from Southwest Dairy Producers, Ranch-Way and ADM Feeds.
Coordinated 16 agriculture and natural resources related contests for NM State 4-H Conference. 4-H members from across New Mexico participate in contest events geared to test senior aged 4-H member’s subject member’s knowledge. Over 300 4-H members participated in these related contests.
New Mexico State 4-H program serves as a co-sponsor to the Youth Hunter Education Challenge. Here youth from across the state experience challenge through a series of events to show their combined knowledge and skills in archery, muzzleloader, hunting, and orienteering. This specialist assisted with conducting the contest. Approximately 120 youth participated.
Conducted a safety shooting clinic at the Double H Ranch Conservation Day near Datil, NM. Conservation Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to wildlife management, waterfowl, water use, fishing, archery and shooting sports. Over 167 students from 7 schools in Catron, Socorro and Valencia Counties attended. Other participating agencies were: NM Game and Fish, US Fish and Wildlife, US Forest Service and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
Coordinated NM State 4-H Shooting Sports Contest in Raton, NM at the NRA Whittington Center. Senior age 4-H members participated in the event to demonstrate proficiencies in various shooting disciplines. Top placed teams qualified for the national event in June. There were 210 youth competing. (Increase of 35 4-Her’s from 2006.)
Presented 4-H Shooting Sports clinic at Lincoln County Ag. Days in Capitan, NM. Ag. Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to agriculture and its contribution to our live. Approximately 250students from Capitan Schools attended.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Horse School. 221 4-H members and leaders from New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members with their horsemanship skills as well as give the opportunities to learn more about the horse by attending equine related workshops. Leaders participate in sessions as well to take the program to their home counties and develop similar type educational events. Further introduced animal ID act through workshop by New Mexico Livestock Board and career development workshops. Evaluations indicated that audience was very favorable to the new focus. Received sponsorship of school from Horseman’s Supply and New Mexico Livestock Board.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Livestock Schools. 300 Four H members from Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members in learning about their livestock projects thru a variety of teaching methods. The methods range from hands on sessions to classroom type workshops. 4-H members and leaders learn showmanship, ethics, feeding and overall management of their projects. The educational curriculum is offered to 4-H participants in the following species of beef, dairy cattle, sheep, swine and meat goat. Received sponsorships from Southwest Dairy Producers, Ranch-Way and ADM Feeds.
Coordinated 16 agriculture and natural resources related contests for NM State 4-H Conference. 4-H members from across New Mexico participate in contest events geared to test senior aged 4-H member’s subject member’s knowledge. Over 300 4-H members participated in these related contests.
New Mexico State 4-H program serves as a co-sponsor to the Youth Hunter Education Challenge. Here youth from across the state experience challenge through a series of events to show their combined knowledge and skills in archery, muzzleloader, hunting, and orienteering. This specialist assisted with conducting the contest. Approximately 120 youth participated.
Conducted a safety shooting clinic at the Double H Ranch Conservation Day near Datil, NM. Conservation Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to wildlife management, waterfowl, water use, fishing, archery and shooting sports. Over 167 students from 7 schools in Catron, Socorro and Valencia Counties attended. Other participating agencies were: NM Game and Fish, US Fish and Wildlife, US Forest Service and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
Presented 4-H Shooting Sports clinic at Lincoln County Ag. Days in Capitan, NM. Ag. Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to agriculture and its contribution to our live. Approximately 250students from Capitan Schools attended.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Horse School. 221 4-H members and leaders from New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members with their horsemanship skills as well as give the opportunities to learn more about the horse by attending equine related workshops. Leaders participate in sessions as well to take the program to their home counties and develop similar type educational events. Further introduced animal ID act through workshop by New Mexico Livestock Board and career development workshops. Evaluations indicated that audience was very favorable to the new focus. Received sponsorship of school from Horseman’s Supply and New Mexico Livestock Board.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Livestock Schools. 300 Four H members from Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members in learning about their livestock projects thru a variety of teaching methods. The methods range from hands on sessions to classroom type workshops. 4-H members and leaders learn showmanship, ethics, feeding and overall management of their projects. The educational curriculum is offered to 4-H participants in the following species of beef, dairy cattle, sheep, swine and meat goat. Received sponsorships from Southwest Dairy Producers, Ranch-Way and ADM Feeds.
Coordinated 16 agriculture and natural resources related contests for NM State 4-H Conference. 4-H members from across New Mexico participate in contest events geared to test senior aged 4-H member’s subject member’s knowledge. Over 300 4-H members participated in these related contests.
New Mexico State 4-H program serves as a co-sponsor to the Youth Hunter Education Challenge. Here youth from across the state experience challenge through a series of events to show their combined knowledge and skills in archery, muzzleloader, hunting, and orienteering. This specialist assisted with conducting the contest. Approximately 120 youth participated.
Conducted a safety shooting clinic at the Double H Ranch Conservation Day near Datil, NM. Conservation Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to wildlife management, waterfowl, water use, fishing, archery and shooting sports. Over 167 students from 7 schools in Catron, Socorro and Valencia Counties attended. Other participating agencies were: NM Game and Fish, US Fish and Wildlife, US Forest Service and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
Coordinated NM State 4-H Shooting Sports Contest in Raton, NM at the NRA Whittington Center. Senior age 4-H members participated in the event to demonstrate proficiencies in various shooting disciplines. Top placed teams qualified for the national event in June. There were 210 youth competing. (Increase of 35 4-Her’s from 2006.)
Presented 4-H Shooting Sports clinic at Lincoln County Ag. Days in Capitan, NM. Ag. Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to agriculture and its contribution to our live. Approximately 250students from Capitan Schools attended.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Horse School. 221 4-H members and leaders from New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members with their horsemanship skills as well as give the opportunities to learn more about the horse by attending equine related workshops. Leaders participate in sessions as well to take the program to their home counties and develop similar type educational events. Further introduced animal ID act through workshop by New Mexico Livestock Board and career development workshops. Evaluations indicated that audience was very favorable to the new focus. Received sponsorship of school from Horseman’s Supply and New Mexico Livestock Board.
Coordinated the planning of NM State 4-H Livestock Schools. 300 Four H members from Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico participated. The objective of the school is to assist 4-H members in learning about their livestock projects thru a variety of teaching methods. The methods range from hands on sessions to classroom type workshops. 4-H members and leaders learn showmanship, ethics, feeding and overall management of their projects. The educational curriculum is offered to 4-H participants in the following species of beef, dairy cattle, sheep, swine and meat goat. Received sponsorships from Southwest Dairy Producers, Ranch-Way and ADM Feeds.
Coordinated 16 agriculture and natural resources related contests for NM State 4-H Conference. 4-H members from across New Mexico participate in contest events geared to test senior aged 4-H member’s subject member’s knowledge. Over 300 4-H members participated in these related contests.
New Mexico State 4-H program serves as a co-sponsor to the Youth Hunter Education Challenge. Here youth from across the state experience challenge through a series of events to show their combined knowledge and skills in archery, muzzleloader, hunting, and orienteering. This specialist assisted with conducting the contest. Approximately 120 youth participated.
Conducted a safety shooting clinic at the Double H Ranch Conservation Day near Datil, NM. Conservation Day is a multi-agency school field day focusing on introduction fifth graders to wildlife management, waterfowl, water use, fishing, archery and shooting sports. Over 167 students from 7 schools in Catron, Socorro and Valencia Counties attended. Other participating agencies were: NM Game and Fish, US Fish and Wildlife, US Forest Service and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
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