Washington County 4-H currently has project groups for those interested in certain specialties. These groups give you much more detailed, hands-on experience within the subject matter they cover. These groups meet during the year and there is a small annual fee for participants. This fee, though, covers quite a few expenses so you don't have to dole out money at each session. Some sessions, however, may require separate fees. Check out the different groups below:
Heritage Skills
Livestock Project Group
The livestock project group includes 4th thru 8th grade youth who are interested in raising sheep, goats, beef, and dairy animals. Topics include:
· Breeds of livestock
· Feeding
· Livestock judging and showing
· Nutrition
· Reproduction
· Safety
· General management
Each participant will receive hands on experience, demonstrations, and personal reflections. The 4-H Life Skill will be “Responsibility.”
All participants will be encouraged to learn about different types and breeds of livestock, while maintaining a focus on the species of their choice. All participants will be asked to share about how they feed and care for their livestock project. Youth will learn about livestock judging. The $20 fee covers all course materials, handouts, and other printed materials, and snacks at each meeting. Volunteers will also participate along with Anthony Shelton, Extension Agent in charge of the program. Farm visits will be made to provide management experience and tips. This may include readying animals for show. Each meeting will have interaction between participants. The bulk of the meetings will also give students the opportunity to learn about leadership and responsibility.
For additional information, please call 423.753.1680.