Youth Development

"The Bee Team is really "The A Team.

Recently I had a chance to interview John and Cindy McIntosh, long-time 4-H volunteers in Nevada county who also ran our Placer-Nevada summer camp this past year. The following are their responses to my questions.

Living with pests, or unwanted guests as some put it, can take a physical, mental and economic toll. For people living in multi-family unit housing, like an apartment complex where everyone lives under one roof, a single infestation of insects or rodents can expose all residents.

Varios sistemas alimentarios se unen para apoyar la respuesta durante los desastres naturales en los condados de Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Sonoma, Napa y Marin Con el fin de mejorar el acceso de las personas a alimentos durante desastres naturales, las asesoras de Extensin Cooperativa de la Un...

Recently, Ricardo Vela, Claudia Diaz Carrasco, and I had the chance to host a webinar to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and talk about our work with engaging Latino youth in the community through the 4-H positive youth development program.

Findings from a recent study indicate that most California schools are providing drinking water that meets current safety standards. However, the authors suggest that continued attention and investments are needed to assure tap water safety in all schools.

(Editor's Note: Due to unexpected issues, this seminar is postponed.

This past month, 4-H'ers enjoyed participating in the Gold Country Fair in Auburn. Many 4-H'ers shared animals at the fair and demonstrated their leadership and agricultural knowledge through their project. Participating in the fair was definitely a family endeavor.

The Benefits of Volunteering Volunteering with 4-H can be a rewarding experience that not only helps young people but also benefits the volunteers themselves.

Recently I [Matt] had a chance to interview 4-H Miner's Ravine Club President Ava from Placer County. The prior week, I had met Ava at the Placer County Gold Country Fair while helping 4-H volunteers set up pig pens. The following are Ava's responses to my questions.