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Older 4-H Youth Opportunities

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION. Older 4-H Youth Opportunities. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION. Categories. State Leadership. Leadership Skill Development. Awards and Scholarships. County Leadership. Camp/Staff. 100. 100. 100. 100. 100. 200. 200. 200.

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Older 4-H Youth Opportunities

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  1. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Older 4-H Youth Opportunities

  2. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Categories State Leadership Leadership Skill Development Awards and Scholarships County Leadership Camp/Staff 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 300 300 300 400 400 400 400 400 500 500 500 500 500 Final Jeopardy

  3. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Camp/Staff - 100 What camp is held on Kelleys Island in August? • Ohio: Military Kids • State 4-H Leadership Camp • Sea Camp Answer: A. Ohio: Military Kids

  4. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio: Military Kids • OMK delivers a specialty camp program to youth in military families. • The camp is held on Kelleys Island in August. • If you are interested in OMK or being a counselor, contact Kayla Oberstadt, oberstadt.1@osu.edu

  5. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Camp/Staff - 200 What camp is held at Canter’s Cave? • Ohio 4-H Shooting Sports Education Camp • Ohio 4-H State Leadership Camp • Carving New Ideas Camp Answer: A. Ohio 4-H Shooting Sports Education Camp

  6. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Shooting Sports Education Camp • This is a specialty camp that teaches basic and advanced shooting sports skills to youth. • Counselors are needed. Those with a background in shooting sports is a bonus. • Camp is held in June/July at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp in Jackson County.

  7. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Camp/Staff - 300 What state 4-H camp focuses on development of concrete peer leadership? • Ohio 4-H Sea Camp • Ohio: Military Kids • State 4-H Leadership Camp Answer: C. State 4-H Leadership Camp

  8. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State 4-H Leadership Camp • Application process varies by county. • Open to 4-H youth ages 14+. • Held in June at 4-H Camp Ohio. • Counselor application due in April, must be 18+. • Counselors also attend training in May and the day immediately prior to camp.

  9. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Camp/Staff - 400 Which of these camps is a water related specialty camp? • Sea Camp • State 4-H Leadership Camp • Carving New Ideas Camp Answer: A. Sea Camp

  10. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Sea Camp • This is a specialty camp held on the shore of Lake Erie and focuses on the science, marine-related skills, history and recreational uses of the lake. • Held in July at Kelleys Island • Teens ages 13 to 18 (as of January 1st) are welcome. • Staff age 18+ are needed.

  11. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Camp/Staff - 500 Who do I contact to get involved in state wide counseling or other state opportunities? • My Mom • Hannah Epley • County Superintendent Answer: B. Hannah Epley epley.24@osu.edu

  12. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Camp Facility Staff (usually age 16, 17, 18+) • Ohio 4-H has 13 camp facilities across the state. • Many of those facilities hire staff to work at the camp all summer, delivering camp programs to all campers. • Send an e-mail to epley.24@osu.edu for more information on being on summer staff.

  13. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Leadership - 100 Which of the following leadership opportunities is a possible next step if you like clothing and design? • Ohio 4-H Foundation Board • Ohio 4-H Shooting Sports Junior Leaders • State Fashion Board Answer: C. State Fashion Board

  14. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H State Fashion Board • The State Fashion Board oversees the State Fashion Revue at the Ohio State Fair, along with presentations and workshops throughout the year. • If you are active in clothing design and fashion in your home club or county, the State Fashion Board is a possible next step.

  15. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Leadership - 200 What state youth leadership opportunity do you have to be between 14-18 years old at the time of application to apply? • Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council • Ohio 4-H Foundation Board • State Junior Fair Board Answer: A. Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council

  16. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council • TLC is a statewide group of 4-H teens and young 4-H alumni that provides a youth stakeholder perspective in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Ohio 4-H programming. • TLC members must be between age 14 and 18 at the time of application, and they serve for one year. • Applications are due the Friday following the Ohio State Fair.

  17. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Leadership - 300 Which board raises funds on behalf of Ohio 4-H and has a board member opening for young adults? • State Junior Fair Board • Ohio 4-H Foundation Board • Ohio 4-H Shooting Sports Junior Leaders Answer: B. Ohio 4-H Foundation Board

  18. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Foundation Board • This board raises funds on behalf of Ohio 4-H, and gives tens of thousands of dollars per year to support Ohio 4-H programs. • They have young adult board members who help provide youth perspective for what projects should get funded, along with helping develop new relationships with other supporters of Ohio 4-H.

  19. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Leadership - 400 What group annually selects two 4-H members to serve a two year term? • Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council • State Junior Fair Board • Ohio 4-H State Fashion Board Answer: B. State Junior Fair Board

  20. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Junior Fair Board • The Ohio 4-H representatives to the State Junior Fair Board members are selected after a highly competitive application and interview process that takes place at the Ohio 4-H Conference. • The youth help support the Ohio State Fair. • These youth often have extensive leadership experience.

  21. State Leadership - 500 At what age can you become a camp counselor for a state 4-H camp? • 16+ • 18+ • Depends on the camp Answer: C. Depends on the camp

  22. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State 4-H Camp Counselor • Application and selection required. • Ohio: Military Kids Camp Counselor: teens should be 16 and older. 4-H and/or military background is not required, but helpful.  • State 4-H Leadership Camp: Counselors must be 18+. Counselors also attend training before camp. • Sea Camp: Counselors must be 18+.

  23. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Leadership Skill Development - 100 Which State opportunity requires you to be nominated by your county? • Buckeye Leadership Workshop • Carving New Ideas • State 4-H Leadership Camp Answer: C. State 4-H Leadership Camp

  24. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State 4-H Leadership Camp • This is Ohio 4-H’s premier leadership development opportunity for older youth. • Camp is held at 4-H Camp Ohio in June/July. • Participants must be nominated by their county—if you want to participate, speak with your county 4-H professional. • Staff age 18+ are needed to deliver camp program and provide support.

  25. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Leadership Skill Development - 200 Which of the following leadership events teach both youths and adults from across the country? • MXC: Making eXtreme Counselors • Buckeye Leadership Workshop • Carving New Ideas Answer: B. Buckeye Leadership Workshop

  26. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Buckeye Leadership Workshop • This learning, sharing “workshop” is intended as a balanced program of social, physical, mental, and spiritual activities. • Must be 15+ or at least a freshman in High School to attend. • Scholarships are available and due in January. Registration due in February. • Held at Recreation Unlimited in Ashley, OH in March/April.

  27. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Leadership Skill Development - 300 Which event is hosted by Ohio State University’s Collegiate 4-H Club? • Ohio 4-H Conference • Buckeye Leadership Workshop • Carving New Ideas Answer: C. Carving New Ideas

  28. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Carving New Ideas • Ohio State University’s Collegiate 4-H Club puts on this leadership development and teambuilding workshop each year. • The weekend event is held at 4-H Camp Ohio in November • The college age instructors have 4-H experience, and can share their background as college students and young professionals.

  29. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Leadership Skill Development - 400 Which training workshop brings together 4-H’ers from across the state for a weekend of fun, activities, and skill development? • MXC: Making eXtreme Counselors • Ohio 4-H Conference • Buckeye Leadership Workshop Answer: A. MXC: Making eXtreme Counselors

  30. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION MXC: Making eXtreme Counselors • MXC is a camp counselor training workshop that brings together counselors from across the state for a weekend of fun, activities, and skill development. • Held on a weekend in February. • The cost is minimal, but some counties provide scholarships. You must register for this event through your county extension office.

  31. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Leadership Skill Development - 500 What event can you attend and/or teach a session for youth and adults from all over the state? • Carving New Ideas • Ohio 4-H State Leadership Camp • Ohio 4-H Conference Answer: C. Ohio 4-H Conference

  32. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H Conference • You have the opportunity to be either a participant or a presenter. • Presenting at the Ohio 4-H Conference is a great way to teach others the skills that you have learned in 4-H. Presentation proposals are due in late September. • Please continue (spacebar) for more leadership skill development opportunities.

  33. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio Fair Managers’ Conference • An opportunity for training and exchanging ideas with junior fair board members about your fair. • The conference is in January each year. • Talk with your 4-H professional about how your county’s junior fair board can participate.

  34. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Awards and Scholarships - 100 Which of the following awards are presented at the Annual Ohio 4-H Achievement Award Recognition Dinner in June? • National 4-H Conference • State Awards • County Awards Answer: B. State Awards

  35. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION State Awards • Ohio 4-H offers state-level achievement awards to 4-H members who earn the highest recognition in almost every 4-H project category. • Applications often rely on your 4-H achievement record. Keep good records and improve your chances! • Category Award winners receive trip to the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia in November.

  36. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Awards and Scholarships - 200 Which of the following is dependent on your specific county? • Ohio 4-H International Program • County Awards • Ohio 4-H Achievement Award Answer: B. County Awards

  37. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION County Awards • Many counties offer 4-H members the opportunity to earn county awards and scholarships. • Many counties send 4-H’ers to state camps and national events. • The applications are different from county-to-county—ask your county 4-H professional about the opportunities available to you.

  38. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Awards and Scholarships - 300 Which of the following is open only to Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council members? • National 4-H Conference • Ohio 4-H International Program • County Awards Answer: A. National 4-H Conference

  39. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION National 4-H Conference • This event is usually held in March/April. • Conference is a small event in Washington, DC, focusing on the advocacy for the 4-H program with state and national leaders, training youth in the skills necessary to communicate the 4-H message to broad audiences.

  40. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Awards and Scholarships - 400 Which of the following has a potential commitment for 3 ½ weeks in July? • National 4-H Conference • Ohio 4-H International Program • Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council Answer: B. Ohio 4-H International Program

  41. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4-H International Programs • Opportunities for 4-H’ers to travel abroad or host an international youth at home. • Outbound travel varies for 3 ½ weeks in June or July. • Always looking for 4-H families with youth ages 10-15 to serve as a host siblings for Japanese youth in late July for 3 ½ weeks. Japanese youth are ages 12-14.

  42. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Awards and Scholarships - 500 Which scholarship applications are only available online? • Ohio 4-H International Program • County 4-H Scholarships • Ohio 4-H Scholarships Answer: C. Ohio 4-H Scholarships

  43. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Ohio 4‐H Scholarships • Majority of scholarships are for graduates attending OSU, but several exist for members attending any accredited post‐secondary institution. • Scholarship amounts and requirements vary, but the application focus is on 4‐H participation and leadership. • Applications are ONLY available online and are due February 15.

  44. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION County Leadership - 100 What group provides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to support the county programs and get involved in activities? • CARTEENS • Junior Leadership Club • Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council Answer: B. Junior Leadership Club

  45. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Junior Leadership Club • The groups are typically made up of 4-H members across the county from many different clubs. • If your county does not have a group, speak with your 4-H professional. She or he might be looking for someone to start the group!

  46. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION County Leadership - 200 What group works with the Senior Fair Board to plan the county fair? • State Junior Fair Board • Junior Fair Board • Summer Camp Counselor Answer: B. Junior Fair Board

  47. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Junior Fair Board • Active committees of senior and junior fair board members make decisions and bring the fair to life. • Each county’s fair board is different—ask your county’s 4-H professional how you can be involved.

  48. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION County Leadership - 300 What teen group designs, plans, and delivers county camps? • Ohio State University’s Collegiate 4-H Club • CARTEENS • Summer Camp Counselor Answer: C. Summer Camp Counselor

  49. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Summer Camp Counselors • Counselors plan much of the county summer camp program in the months leading up to the camp. • Camp Counselors go through required training. • Contact your county 4-H professional for more information about how to get involved.

  50. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION County Leadership - 400 What group offers a traffic safety program conducted by 4-H teen leaders? • CARTEENS • Junior Leadership Club • Junior Fair Board Answer: A. CARTEENS

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