Extension
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| 4001 - 4-H Youth Development Programming | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4001.1) | 255 |
Number of youth who indicated they know how to use information they are given to make decisions |
| 4001.2) | 0 |
Number of youth who can comfortably talk to others about their thoughts and feelings |
| 4001.3) | 110 |
Number of youth who indicate they are connected to caring adults who are interested in their success |
| 4001.4) | 220 |
Number of youth who apply the skills learned in 4-H and in other activities at home, school or in the community |
| 4001.5) | 103 |
Number of youth who reported that they can set and accomplish a goal |
Author: Christina A. Martin
Major Program: 4-H Youth Development Programming
Youth and teen participation in 4-H Camping program in Russell County has increased steadily over the past fifteen years. From published research by West Virginia Extension in the Journal of Extension, 4-H camp has been shown to teach valuable leadership skills such as working well with others, working as a member of a team, leading a group, taking charge of an activity, knowing how to prepare and lead an activity, sharing leadership with others, and knowing how to implement responsibiliti
