Success StoryEnvironmental Education
Environmental Education
Author: Samantha Gamblin
Planning Unit: Bullitt County CES
Major Program: 4-H Youth Development Programming
Plan of Work: Natural Resources/Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum
Outcome: Intermediate Outcome
The Environmental Education program takes elementary students to a camp setting that is a positive outdoor experience. A place to learn and engage in ecology, science, forestry, soil conservation and so much more. The last three years, Bullitt County 4-H has worked with local businesses and leaders to plan and implement a 4-H Environmental Camp.
Crossroads Elementary and Old Mill Elementary teachers, staff, volunteers and Bullitt 4-H agent work together to plan for presenters, transportation and chaperones for 240 4th graders. The 4-H agent organizes the teens and adults to help with rotating to classes, setup of rooms and signage. The 4-H agent arranges the presenters and the lessons including: forestry hike, wood identification, honey bees, soil conservation, water quality, stream study and mammals. Bullitt County Soil Conservation, UK Extension Professor Terry Connors, UK Extension Entomology Specialist Blake Newton, Kentucky Division of Water Dale Booth, Kentucky Reptile Zoo, Second Chance Wildlife, and many others have presented.
A total of 360 participants have attended Bullitt County 4-H Environmental Camp. Youth learn real-life skills, build confidence through trying new things, develop self-esteem, meet new friends, and gain a sense of independence. The goal is to involve all 13 Bullitt County Elementary Schools in this program.
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