The 4-H program began with just a few seeds being distributed
for youth to grow in their gardens, but it has flourished into a program that
provides a wide variety of opportunities for youth. One of the major programs offered through
Penn State Extension, Pennsylvania 4-H still serves a large amount of rural
youth, but it has also reached out to include projects and activities relevant
for all youth in Pennsylvania. Aside
from the traditional Ag projects, 4-H now offers projects in robotics, the shooting
sports, arts and crafts, leadership, a variety of areas within science,
computer skills and much more!
Additionally, youth have opportunities to participate in activities
promoting life skills development like public speaking, citizenship, health and
nutrition and career exploration. 4-H is
a wonderful opportunity for youth to learn skills they will use for a lifetime
build positive relationships and have extremely positive experiences.
In honor of Pennsylvania 4-H Week, March 11-17, Clinton
County 4-H Clubs participated in a Window Display Contest to promote
Pennsylvania 4-H. Susquehanna Haybalers
4-H Club displayed their winning display at the Mill Hall Agway and is planning
to keep their display up for the entire month.
4-H Unlimited 4-H Club came in second place and displayed theirs at
Dotterer Equipment along Route 64. Both clubs did a wonderful job at promoting
the 4-H program and I would encourage you to stop by and take a look if you
have the opportunity. The Window Display Contest is just the first of many ways we plan to celebrate the 4-H Centennial in Clinton County. Throughout the year, you will have many opportunities to learn more about Pennsylvania 4-H and the 4-H program in Clinton County. Displays will be set up at the Lock Haven University Health Fair, Clinton County Expo and Clinton County Fair. We are planning some special Centennial events at the Clinton County Fair and a 4-H Celebration will be held on October 5, 2012 at the Lock Haven YMCA. This celebration would be a great opportunity for potential 4-H members to learn more about 4-H and to have some fun! Finally, we will be having a Birthday party for Clinton County 4-H at our 4-H Achievement Night on November 20, 2012. If you would like to learn more about 4-H and the opportunities it offers for youth, please contact the Penn State Extension Office in Clinton County at (570) 726-0022.
