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4-H Natural Resource and Agriculture
4-H Natural Resource and Agriculture
Crystal Smith, Mitch Whitaker (Assistant)
Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
Letcher County is home to a unique natural world, being graced by the presence of Pine Mountain and Lilly Cornet Woods and holding the headwaters of both the Kentucky and Cumberland Rivers. Youth will develop an interest in environmental science 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 gain knowledge and skills in the production of food and fiber in the areas of plant science, horticulture and animal science. Youth will gain an understanding of healthy and sustainable food systems. Community leaders, and youth will be made aware of their impact on the environment and ways to manage what we have to be sustainable for the future.
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 and citizens will practice proper environmental stewardship that will conserve natural resources and the productivity of the land while maximizing the economic and social benefits.
Youth will engage in entrepreneurial enterprise. Youth will gain and maintain employment through life skill development. Youth will be advocates for agriculture and health and sustainable food systems.
Youth will make decisions in their daily lives that positively impact natural resources.
Youth will practice and apply skills and knowledge in the production of food and fiber in the areas of plant science, horticulture and animal science.
Youth will gain knowledge and skills in the production of food and fiber in the areas of plant science, horticulture and animal science. Youth will gain an understanding of healthy and sustainable food systems.
Local 4-H clubs develop partnerships with organizations, and collaborations.
Youth will gain knowledge of the use of recommended management practices and the effect of the proper use of these practices on the environment. They will also value proper environmental stewardship practices and become aware of the impact of the decision they make on the environment.
Initial Outcome: Youth will gain knowledge of natural resources and environmental education through NRESci academy. Youth will gain knowledge of entomology through Jr. Beekeeping. Youth will gain knowledge of Greenhouse Production, Gardening, and Horticulture.
Indicator: We do evaluations but it is more hands on learning.
Method: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum and 4-H Agriculture Curriculum.
Timeline: 2017-2020
Intermediate Outcome: Youth will gain knowledge of natural resources and environmental education through NRESci academy. Youth will gain knowledge of entomology through Jr. Beekeeping. Youth will gain knowledge of Greenhouse Production, Gardening, and Horticulture.
Indicator: We do evaluations but it is more hands on and starting of projects.
Method: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum and 4-H Agriculture Curriculum.
Timeline: 2017-2020
Long-term Outcome: Youth will gain knowledge of natural resources and environmental education through NRESci academy. Youth will gain knowledge of entomology through Jr. Beekeeping. Youth will gain knowledge of Greenhouse Production, Gardening, and Horticulture.
Indicator: We do evaluations but it is more hands on and completion of projects.
Method: 4-H Natural Resources Curriculum and 4-H Agriculture Curriculum.
Timeline: 2017-2020
Audience: K-12
Project or Activity: Jr. Beekeeping, Horticulture, NRESci, The Egg and I, Greenhouse Production, Gardening with Youth and Families.
Content or Curriculum: Rabbit Group Helpers Guide, Chick Quest, The Egg and I, KY. Farm to School, Beginning Beekeeping, Acres of Adventure 1 & 2, Entomology, Project Butterfly Wings, Introducing Yourself to Trees, Project Learning Tree, Project Wet, Soils Curriculum, Project WILD, Country Ham Project
Inputs: Extension Agent, Extension Specialist, Volunteers, community partners, local collaborators, and schools.
Date: 2017-2020
Audience: K-12
Project or Activity: Raptor Program/Falconry
Content or Curriculum Classes and Demonstrations developed by 4-H Agent and/or specialists
Inputs: Community resources, newspaper, demonstrations, Teen Conference, 4-H Camp, Day Camps, civic groups, local partners
