Environmental StewardshipPlan of Work

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Carroll County CES

Title:
Environmental Stewardship
MAP:
Agriculture Enhancement and Sustainability
Agents Involved:
Joyce Doyle, Christin Herbst, Cathy Jansen
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
4-H Health Core Curriculum
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
4-H Agriculture Core Curriculum AND Natural Resources
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
4-H Science, Engineering, and Technology 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’s important that we care for and respect these resources. Youth need to be aware of how to care for these resources.


Youth will learn scientific research techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that positively address science, engineering and technology issues in Kentucky and globally. Through the Land Grant University and Extension system, 4-H can expand its impact and extend its reach in science, engineering and technology (4-H SET) by providing opportunities for hands-on scientific learning and discovery in 4-H clubs.

Long-Term Outcomes:

•Minimize the environmental impact on air, soil, and water.

•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 utilize the scientific method to solve problems in their daily life.

•Youth will choose a career path in science, engineering or technology subject matter.

•Youth will utilize the scientific method in decision making.

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 will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H science, engineering and technology.

•Youth will demonstrate and share new abilities in science, engineering and technology with others.

•Youth will practice scientific methods learned in 4-H SET programs.

•Teens will mentor younger 4-H’ers in science, engineering and technology programs.

Initial Outcomes:

•Youth will develop an interest in environmental sciences and sustainable practices and technologies

•Youth will gain knowledge of the interrelationship and interdependencies with an ecosystem.

•Youth will identify the natural resources that are used within their home and community.

•Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H science, engineering and technology.

•Youth learn new skills in 4-H science, engineering and technology programs.

•Youth will be introduced to careers in science, engineering, and technology.

•Teens participate in science, engineering and technology 4-H programs to acquire new skills.

Evaluation:

Outcome:

Long term

Indicator:

Youth will utilize the scientific method to solve problems in their daily life.

Method:

Pre/Post Test

Timeline:

2 – 4 years


Outcome:

Intermediate

Indicator:

Youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H science, engineering and technology.

Method:

Conduct activities in continuing education, observe growth

Timeline:

1 – 1 ½ years


Outcome:

Initial

Indicator:

Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H science, engineering and technology.

Method:

Observation, attendance sheets

Timeline:

8 months – 2 years

Learning Opportunities:

Audience:

Carroll County Farmers and Residents

Activity:

Wildlife Control

Content or Curriculum:

UK Department of Forestry

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Extension Specialist, Extension resources (publications, factsheets, etc.), Time, Money

Date:

May 9, 2019 (Dr. Matt Springer, Managing Wildlife Pests)


Audience:

Carroll County Youth

Activity:

Electricity

Content or Curriculum:

Snap Circuit Kits, 4-H Wire It Up Curriculum, Brushbots, Pro-Bot

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Volunteers, Extension resources (publications, factsheets, etc.), Time, Money

Date:

April 10, 2017

May 20, 2017

April 30, 2018

May 10, 2019

Fall/Spring 2020


Audience:

Carroll County Youth – 5th Graders

Activity:

SET

Content or Curriculum:

SET

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Volunteers, Extension resources (publications, factsheets, etc.), Time, Money

Date:

October 23/24, 2017

November 27/28, 2017

January 29/30, 2018

February 26/27, 2018

March 22/23, 2018

March 2019 (3rd grade)

November 2019

2020


Audience:

Carroll County Youth

Activity:

4-H Wood Science

Content or Curriculum:

Walking Sticks, Treasure Box

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Volunteers, Time, Money

Date:

Spring 2019

September 2019


Audience:

Carroll County Youth

Activity:

4-H Shooting Sports

Content or Curriculum:

Shooting Sports Policy and Procedures

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Volunteers, Parents, Equipment (Firearms, Throwers, Archery Targets, Ammunition), Time, Money

Date:

April – September 2016

April – September 2017

April – September 2017

April – September 2019

April – September 2020



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Daffodils at the Point: A Beautification Project at Point Park

Author: Christin Herbst

Major Program: Community Engagement

Daffodils at the Point:  A Beautification Project at Point Park

Carrollton, the county seat of Carroll County, is a small Ohio River town established in 1792.  Bordering Carrollton to the west is the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers, where a community park sits called Point Park.  This park is a gathering place for festivals and community celebrations as well as one of the two market sites for the Riverview Farmers’ Market.   Over the last six to seven years, the City of Carrollton has put a large focus on improving and develop

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