4-H and Youth

4-H Flash Fiction Contest

Flashes of Inspiration, a 4-H writing contest that encouraged youth self-expression through the written word, was open to West Virginia 4-H members across the state. Members were asked to create original works using 1000 words or less, that would compel readers to feel, think, or take action. Participation in the competition was free, and entrants were required to submit their works by August 8, 2011. The young writers who participated in the program were provided with free books.

Contest Entries

Youth Camp Kits camp kits

WVU Extension Service is collecting toiletry items for our “Camp Kits.” These items will be distributed to campers in need during the summer of 2012.

You may bring items to Dance Weekend, Teen Leader/Charting Weekend, or Summer State camps – Older Members’ Conference, Alpha I or Alpha II. You may also drop items off at the State Office in Morgantown on the 6th floor of Knapp Hall.

Items needed:

  • Full-sized tubes of toothpaste
  • Toothbrushes
  • Full-sized bottles of shampoo
  • New washcloths
  • New towels
  • Bars of soap or bottles of shower gel
  • Combs
  • Deodorant/antiperspirant
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Plastic travel holders for toothbrushes and soap
  • Fleece blankets
  • New pillow with pillowcase
  • New twin or full size flat sheets (Fitted sheets may or may not work on camp beds. Flat sheets can be used for both top and bottom sheets.)
  • New or gently-used totes, cloth bags, or backpacks to put the items in

Why full-sized items?
Even though camp is only one week long, these children have a need for these items. Often the travel size bottles can be just as pricey as a full-sized option in a generic brand.

Do you accept monetary donations?
Yes

Money can be donated for use toward the purchase of the items listed in the above article. Please make checks payable to the WVU Foundation, Inc.
and designate “4-H Camp Kits” in the memo line.
Mail donations to:
WVU Extension Service Development Office PO BOX 6031 808 Knapp Hall Morgantown, W.Va. 26506

Dance Training Weekend

To enhance an individual’s awareness of and skills in specific heritage and folk dances. To provide dance learning experiences that will challenge interested 4 H’ers at their skill level. To provide in depth training for 4 H’ers to lead or teach heritage and folk dances.

Where: Jackson’s Mill State 4-H Camp, Weston, WV
When: March 2-4, 2012

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Teen Leader/Charting Weekend

To provide 4-H members personal development experiences to help them better understand themselves, and display more personal confidence when assuming leadership positions and when taking part in Charting workshops.

Where: Jackson’s Mill State 4-H Camp, Weston, WV
When: March 23-25, 2012

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National 4-H Conference

Where: Chevy Chase, Maryland
When: March 24-29, 2012

Selection Process:
4-H National Headquarters extends an invitation on behalf of the Secretary of Agriculture, to the more than 100 Land-Grant Colleges and Universities across the U.S. and U.S. Territories to send a delegation to the National 4-H Conference. Each land-grant institution has a process by which it selects delegates to represent their 4-H program at the National 4-H Conference. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a delegate, contact your land-grant college or university’s State 4-H Program Office.

Future Conference Dates

2013: April 6th – 11th
2014: April 5th – 10th
2015: April 11th – 16th

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National Camping Institute

Keynote Speaker – March 12, 2012 Bob_Ditter

Our Keynote speaker for NCI 2012 is Bob Ditter, M.Ed., LCSW, best known as the author of the popular column “In the Trenches,” a regular feature of ACA Camping Magazine. Bob has recently released a new book for camp professionals titled “Summer Camp Rules!”

Capnote Speaker – March 15, 2012 Jim_Clark

Jim Clark, award-winning nature photographer and author will be the 2012 National Camping Institute Capnote speaker. Jim will be presenting his insights on ways to engage children in nature.

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National 4-H

A vast community of more than 6 million youth and adults working together for positive change, 4-H is a positive youth development organization that empowers young people to reach their full potential.
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4-H Council

National 4-H Council focuses on fundraising, brand management, communications, and legal and fiduciary services to support national and state 4-H programs.
Learn more about how 4-H Council supports 4-H youth development…