4-H SUSTAINABLE LIVING
UPCOMING TRAINING
2010 4-H Sustainable Living Schools and Clubs
Teacher/Leader Four Day Conference
September 30-October 1 and October 16
Various training sites in Portland Metro area
The 4-H Sustainable Living program provides a positive, uplifting environment for discovery, success and fun. Children are empowered to make positive contributions within their families, community, country an world as they lad the way in creating the environmental, social and economic success stories of the future.
The new Portland area 4-H program also trains adult volunteers who lead 4-H youth programs and projects.
The 4-H Club Experience: 4-H Green Clubs and Community Programs
Youth and their parents may now form 4-H clubs focusing on topics like preparing food from local gardens; exploring alternative solar, wind and wave energy; making and repairing clothing; taking care of 'back-yard' chickens; or owning and maintaining a bicycle and much more!
Sustainable Living Schools and Club Leader Training
The 4-H Sustainable Living Schools and Club Leader training is open to all teachers, 4-H leaders, parent volunteers, community partners and other adults interested in helping prepare youth of today for a sustainable future. Visit our trainings/workshops website for upcoming trainings.
Sustainable Living After-school Programs
Are you a teacher or parent interested in developing long-term sustainable living education at your school? Sustainability can be woven throughout the fabric of our lives. Some examples of subject areas include food and food production, health and fitness, natural resources, waste reduction, energy, art, technology and public service. Please contact us to explore ways 4-H staff can assist you.
Resources and Tools
Here are some tools and resources to help you get started working with youth to make positive contributions within their families and commuities for a sustainable world.
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