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Michigan 4-H youth learn trustworthiness in showing livestock projects
Published on February 11, 2013
Being honest and sincere shows character of trustworthiness in livestock exhibitions. -
Horse showing on a budget: Part 1
Published on February 11, 2013
As horse show season approaches, here are some tips to ease the pain on the pocketbook. -
Workshops on underwater robotics
Published on February 7, 2013
NOAA’s Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers workshops on underwater robotics. -
Cloverbud programs: Providing a solid foundation for youth animal science programs — Part 7
Published on February 7, 2013
Reviewing the nine program parameters to ensure Cloverbud success. -
The science behind equine-assisted activities and therapeutic riding – Part 2
Published on February 5, 2013
Learn about the science behind equine-assisted therapy and what benefits equine gain from the experience. -
Creating the next generation of entrepreneurs, “in practice”
Published on January 31, 2013
Youth entrepreneurship programs show results! -
Strong recommendations for scholarship applications
Published on January 31, 2013
Active participation in clubs and groups assists students to receive strong recommendation letters. Strong recommendations improve the content of scholarship applications. -
Maintaining your long-term mentoring relationship
Published on January 31, 2013
Long lasting mentoring relationships lead to increased youth outcomes, but it can be difficult to keep a relationship going as life circumstances change. -
Before you buy: Stop, drop and think
Published on January 31, 2013
Asking yourself a series of questions before you make a purchase can lead to wiser buying behaviors. -
That’s not fair! An approach to evaluating the fairness of 4-H competitive activities: Part 1
Published on January 31, 2013
Evaluating the “fairness” of 4-H contests can be a challenge. By following a succinct method of investigation, 4-H leaders, superintendents and staff can determine the fairness of events for participants and make changes, if necessary.