Robeson County 4-H

  Good morning -  I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to you today as the Associate Dean and Director of CALS Academic Programs with a request that you assist me in Growing the Pack!  You are keenly aware that agriculture is the backbone of North Carolina’s economy. The success of this sector is not only vital for our economy but also for the sustenance and well-being of our communities. The role of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences cannot be overstated. CALS is at the forefront of agricultural education, research, and extension services, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the complex challenges facing modern agriculture, from sustainable farming practices to innovative biotechnologies. As we face global challenges, the need for well-trained graduates who can lead and innovate in the agricultural sector is more pressing than ever. CALS is uniquely positioned to meet this demand, but Academic Programs can...

 This is a message shared by Dr. Mike Yoder to all 4-H Agents.   Good Afternoon!   I hope you're doing well. My name is Kelvin and I'm the Director of Community Engagement at NC Child. Applications are now open for our 2024-25 Youth Advocacy Council! The YAC gives high school students the opportunity to build advocacy skills by meeting with state and local elected officials about youth mental health issues. Would you please share this opportunity with students in your network? The application, official email and website link on the program is attached below.   We are seeking students who are representative of all of North Carolina, including non-college-track students, students of color, and rural students. As such, we encourage students without any advocacy experience to apply as long as they are passionate and have an eagerness to learn and grow within their skillsets. Thank you for your time!   Website Link:  Youth Advocacy Council - NC Child ...

Dear North Carolina 4-H Family and Friends, We hope this message finds you safe and well.  We are deeply moved by the overwhelming support and love we have received from across the nation. As we navigate the path to recovery in the wake of the recent devastation in our mountains, we understand that the journey ahead will be challenging. The winds may have destroyed homes, and the waters may have washed away the familiar, but amidst this chaos, we also witness the remarkable strength of a community united by a spirit that no storm can extinguish. In times of darkness, communities like ours have shown time and time again that they can rise from the ashes of tragedy. We are more than the damage that’s been done. We are children's laughter, the hands that help one another, and the deep ties that connect families, neighbors, and friends. The heart of Western Carolina beats strong, and though the path may be long, it is in the process of rebuilding that true strength will emerge. So many...

  Hey 4-H Members we're excited to announce that you can submit STEM projects to the 2025 National STEM Festival !  All youth in grades 7-132 in the US, District of Columbia, and US Territories are invited to participate.    Your submission must fit under one of 6 Festival Themes:  Aerospoace Innovation; Environmental Stewardship; Future Food; Health and Medicine; Powering the Planet; or Tech for Good.  To learn more about the different themes and projects please go to:  https://www.nationalstemfestival.com/themes     Up to 130 winners will earn a free trip to Washington DC to attend the National STEM Festival and present their projects in March of 2025.   Deadline to enter is October 20th.  To Submit an entry please go to:    https://form.typeform.com/to/F304fok2?typeform-source=www.nationalstemfestival.com

  This club is for all currently active member in 4-H (actively enrolled in 4-H Online) and their families. We will meet three times and work on a craft each time and learn the value of crafting, as well as the entrepreneurial side of creating your own business. Each meeting will be at the NC Cooperative Extension, Robeson County Center office at 455 Caton Road in Lumberton. We will meet starting at 6 pm and wind up by 8 pm at the latest. Please see the dates and crafting projects below. Each project is designed to be completed during the club meeting and a list will be provided of supplies if you would like to continue these projects at home. By registering you are registering for all three craft club meetings. Please register each member of the family that will be attending. If you can not attend a meeting we will have supplies for you to pick up and a video tutorial to try at home. Thursday, November 7- Diamond Art-there is nothing like the sparkle to diamond art. Come make your...

  Announcing: 4-H Outbound Exchange Programs for 2025! Next summer, NC 4-H’ers will have the opportunity to travel abroad and experience new cultures and languages in 5 different countries through our partnership with the States’ 4-H International Exchange Programs.  Apply by November 15  for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! -We will be hosting an Info and Q&A session on Zoom  October 22 from 7-8 PM . Learn program details and hear from participants who went abroad through these programs last year! Register here for the zoom session:  https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/ register/tJUlf- murzwuHNc4a6RPlGL-Kg-tdH2aJwWZ -Adults with 4-H volunteer experience or Cooperative Extension staff members may be eligible to participate as chaperones! Email Caitlin Clineff for more information on how to apply to be a chaperone at  cadavis7@ncsu.edu . -More information can be found on our webpage:  https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/ youth-3/nc-4-h-international- exchange-progra...