2024PDC

Track: Program & Project Development, 4-H Youth Development

Description: Clover Crate is a "4-H Club Year in a Box" resource that involves thoughtful planning, organization, and attention to detail. The goal is to provide volunteers with everything they need to facilitate engaging, educational, and fun experiences for club members. From traditional favorites to innovative new experiences, Clover Crate selection ensures a robust and fulfilling journey for every participant. Join us as we cultivate skills, foster connections, and make memories that will last a lifetime in the dynamic world of 4-H.

Presenters: Kathleen Bohde, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Hamilton County; Amber Barks, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Hancock County; Stephanie Gay, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Boone County; other Area Six 4-H Youth Development Extension Educators

Track: Personal Development, 4-H Youth Development

Description: Join us to take a look at tips and strategies to making camping (and other programs with youth) more enjoyable for staff and young people. Behaviors run deeper than we usually look, so join us to get a different perspective on youth behavior through a trauma informed lens and take away strategies to use when working with youth.

Presenters: Mitch Wagoner, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Knox County and County 4-H Camp State Coordinator; Lesley Lodmell, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Lawrence County; Carla Kidwell, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Warrick County

Track: Personal Development, 4-H Youth Development

Description: 4-H endowment funds help ensure that youth programs and scholarships are viable in the future. These forward-thinking investments are achievable when 4-H alumni, community leaders and philanthropy-minded companies are invited to the table. This session seeks to encourage discussion about donor recruitment and planning for endowments for future 4-H endeavors.

Presenters: Mark Evans, CED & 4-H Youth Development Educator, Putnam County; Rena Sheldon, CED & 4-H Youth Development Educator, Morgan County; Shelly Bingle, Director, Indiana 4-H Foundation