Extension
It Starts With Us
| 4061 - Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4061.4) | 0 |
Number of youth who have engaged in a community project related to natural resource conservation |
| 4061.3) | 689 |
Number of youth who have gained an understanding of the ecosystems in nature |
| 4061.2) | 702 |
Number of youth who can identify the natural resources in their community |
| 4061.1) | 702 |
Number of youth who use their skills to conserve natural resources |
Author: Lisa Jones
Major Program: Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
Whitley County Cooperative Extension Office is educating the community about the importance and need for conservation of pollinators and their habitats. Pollinator numbers are declining but most importantly the bee population has declined the most due to habitat destruction, pollution, pesticides and disease. Urban areas can be revamped with pollinator gardens that are beneficial to not only bees but other pollinators such as insects, birds and mammals. In order to increase awareness, 4-H Youth
