4-H Natural Resources in Kenton CountyPlan of Work

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Kenton County CES

Title:
4-H Natural Resources in Kenton County
MAP:
4-H Natural Resources
Agents Involved:
Kelley
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
Situation:

People, animals and plants are dependent on our Earth’s natural resources. Everything from the air we breathe, to the water we drink, to the soil we use for food production – these resources are vital to our existence. Therefore, it is important that we care for and respect these resources. Understanding how our daily choices affect our environment, we can conserve natural resources and protect our environment for present and future generations.


Kenton County is a diverse county that is 55% urban and 45% rural in character. Emphasis on protection of natural resources is part of school curriculum and the general population.

2017-2018 Plan of Work advisory groups including 4-H Council, Expansion and Review committee, Issues collection of data via surveys, and CEC have identified the need to present natural resource education.

Long-Term Outcomes:
• Youth will use scientific techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that will positively sustain the natural resources in the home, community and world.
• Youth will engage in community projects related to natural resource conservation.
• Youth will become aware of the need to manage and preserve the natural resources in Kenton County and will become better stewards of natural resources on their property.
• Increased awareness of social concerns that could be addressed by practicing stewardship of natural resources.
Intermediate Outcomes:
• Youth will make decisions in their daily lives that positively impact natural resources.
• Youth will adopt practices to conserve and protect the environment in their home and community.
• Youth will use problem solving and logical reasoning skill and apply them to environmental issues.
• Youth and volunteers will implement best management practices and participate in classes and programs offered by extension service. Youth will understand factors involved in plant growth and seed development. Youth will identify parts of soil.
• Youth will understand how water affects the surface of the earth.









Initial Outcomes:
• Youth will develop an interest in environmental sciences and sustainable practices and technologies
• Youth will gain knowledge of the interrelationship and interdependencies within an ecosystem.
• Youth will identify the natural resources that are used within their home and community.
• Youth will become aware of living versus non-living things.
Evaluation:

Long-term Outcome: Youth and volunteers will implement practices

Indicator: Participation in class and follow-up surveys

Method: Surveys written, farm visits and calls

Timeline: 6 months to one year.


Intermediate Outcome: Youth and adults will know what materials to recycle and how to recycle them. Number of youth reporting participation in community service related to environment and sustainable projects

Indicator: Youth and adults will be able to identify recyclable materials and local recycling centers.

Method: Pre/Post Tests

Timeline: September 2017 – June 2018


Initial Outcome: Youth and adults will learn why it is important to be concerned about environmental issues.

Indicator: Youth and adults will be able to explain how loss of habitat, both air and water pollution, and a reduction in natural resources affects people and their ability to survive. Number of youth reporting an interest in natural resource day camps. Number of entries for 4-H YD in Natural Resources projects that increased at County Fair

Method: Pre/Post Tests

Timeline: September 2017 – June 2018

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Kenton County Youth

Activity: School audience programs

Content or Curriculum: Project W.I.L.D., Project W.I.L.D. Aquatic, Project Learning Tree

Inputs: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum, Kentucky Natural Resources Curriculum

Date: September 2017 thru May 2018


Audience: Kenton County Youth

Activity: Natural Resource Educational programs

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Entomology, Project W.I.L.D., Project W.I.L.D. Aquatic, Project Learning Tree, 4-H Natural Resources

Inputs: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum, Kentucky Natural Resources Curriculum, UK entomology specialist,

Date: May – August 2018


Audience: Kenton County Youth

Activity: Container Creations

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Garden materials

Inputs: 4-H Natural Resources, Project Food, Land & People Resources

Date: Spring 2018


Audience: Kenton County Youth

Activity: 4-H Birds, Bees and Bugs

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Entomology

Inputs: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum, Kentucky Natural Resources Curriculum, UK entomology specialist, Entomology Curriculum Guide for 4-H in the Classroom, Teaming with Insects, Level 1; 4-H Entomology Resources: State Fair; Project Butterfly WINGS Youth Guide: (Grades 4-8);

Date: Early Summer 2018


Audience: Kenton County Youth

Activity: 4-H School Programs including after school

Content or Curriculum: Acres of Adventures, The Power of the Wind Youth Guide,

Inputs: NYSD materials, 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum, Kentucky Natural Resources Curriculum

Date: September 2017 – May 2018



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