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| 4061 - Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4061.4) | 4 |
Number of youth who have engaged in a community project related to natural resource conservation |
| 4061.3) | 183 |
Number of youth who have gained an understanding of the ecosystems in nature |
| 4061.2) | 450 |
Number of youth who can identify the natural resources in their community |
| 4061.1) | 16 |
Number of youth who use their skills to conserve natural resources |
Author: Rebecca Konopka
Major Program: Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
The Carter County 4-H Agent was contacted in the spring of 2017 about the need to start a 4-H shooting sports program. The agent and the volunteer worked together to recruit potential coaches and members for the program, as well as securing an NRA grant to purchase equipment. The coaches and agent have also worked with the Carter County Fiscal Court to secure an old landfill site that can be used in the future for practices. Initially, one coach and coordinator attended
Author: Rebecca Konopka
Major Program: Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
The 4-H Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRESci) Academy is a three-year program designed to teach middle-school age youth about their natural environment. In 2011, the Academy began as a pilot 4-H program with 18 scholars from eight eastern counties. As of 2018, the Academy has grown to a statewide 4-H program with 65 scholars and ambassadors from 20 counties. The Carter County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Education serves on the NRESci planning committee.
