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Yahoo
27-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Exciting adventures await at 4-H camp Bristol Hills this summer
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) — After 36 hours of beautiful weather across the region, many are looking ahead to the summer months – and for some families, that means planning for summer camp, where kids can get outside and make the most of the season. 4-H Camp Bristol Hills is all about connecting with nature, offering a wide variety of programs for campers of all ages. But no matter which path you choose, there's one thing you'll never forget — the legendary Big M. 'One of our big pieces as for 4-Hers are what we call the big M: belonging, independence, generosity and mastery. We work really hard to create a space where everybody feels they belong, where they can build, like, good, meaningful friendships,' said Jessica Middleton, one of 4-H's directors. As 4-H celebrates its centennial year, they're pulling out all the stops. Campers can look forward to exciting expansions to the archery range and ropes course, along with a lineup of brand-new events that promise to make this milestone year unforgettable. 'We're going to be doing our very first ever five K race. It'll be an ultra race here at camp,' said Jim Hooper, another director of the camp. 'We're also going to be closing out our centennial celebration this year with a gala. Our big fundraiser for this year is going to be our pool house. We are looking to replace our entire pool, complex, if you will, the pool and the pool house. So that'll be a big capital campaign coming up, starting probably this fall.' Local entrepreneur helping people fight cancer with her innovative device Even with all the exciting new features the camp offers each year, 4-H's camp directors never lose sight of what they cherish most. 'I always love getting to see how this whole place, like, reimagines itself. Every week we get a whole new batch of campers, and, we get staff that, you know, build those community connections, build a relationship, and just kind of getting the chance to walk around camp is a constant reminder of what a lucky place we work in, and to be able to see the growth and development from our staff that have been coming back year after year, from seeing our campers go from sprout campers that day campers to progression campers, and seeing them develop all the way up through CIT and leadership programs,' Hooper said. Click here to learn more about 4-h's summer programs. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Purdue Extension holds Day of Giving celebration in Vigo County Fairgrounds
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— This evening, the Purdue Extension held its annual banquet and Purdue Day of Giving event at the Vigo County Fairgrounds. The event was held to highlight the programs that they offer to the community. Volunteers, 4-Hers, and community partners had tables set up where attendees could visit to learn more about the programs. Vigo County Purdue Extension Director Christie Jacob says this event is important to spread the word about the programs and where to get started. 'Sometimes it feels like we're kind of a hidden gem in Vigo County,' said Jacob. 'A lot of people don't realize everything that we do and all the programs that we offer. So, we thought that this would just be a good opportunity to share our story.' Those interested in these programs can visit their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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- Yahoo
County youth attend National 4-H Ignite Conference in Washington D.C.
Mar. 28—Six members of the Lincoln County 4-H Youth were awarded scholarships to attend the National 4-H Ignite Conference in Washington D.C. According to local 4-H leader Kara Matthews, youth spent March 12-16 in high level education sessions geared towards Agriscience, STEM, Healthy Living and Community Accelerators. Their breakout sessions included courses in vet science, leadership skill building, cowboy code, mental health changemakers, and forensic anthropology that were all geared toward helping them find their voice and ignite a spark in learning. "The 4-H group from Lincoln County was able to engage in an offsite experience at the University of Maryland's research farm to learn more about agricultural advancements and how technology has improved their daily operations," Matthews said. "During the 4-H conference our youth were also challenged to present a lead to change project to their peers. Lincoln County Youth selected to focus on way to prevent tobacco use and vaping in their communities. "They plan to write a grant application to host a "cowboy camp" that will be fun-filled day for youth and will give them to opportunity to educate youth on the power of being healthy for themselves and their community." Matthews said her personal goal as a 4-H club leader is to continue to provide 4-H youth with opportunities, so they are beyond ready for whatever life path they chose after high school. "A clear message that these 4-H youth are consistently hearing at the national level is that they have to the skills and knowledge to be some of the hardest working, self-motivated and most successful amongst their peers," Matthews said. "Data driven studies like Tufts University longitudinal study of positive youth shows that 4-Hers are succeeding and that compared to their peers they are twice as likely to have the goal of being a leader, three times more likely to participate in community service and two times more likely to report living life intentionality and with purpose. Local residents are invited to visit 4-H members at the Lincoln County Junior Fair in Libby on Aug. 2 and/or the Lincoln County Fair in Eureka Aug. 20-24.
