4-H Volunteer Ventures

In this episode, we're exploring how 4-H is similar and different across counties and states. Kirsten Cowan joins us to discuss how each community makes 4-H its own while staying connected through a shared mission to empower young people to reach their full potential.

Jump in the time machine to learn about the early 4-H years in New Jersey! Jennie Thomas shares where 4-H started in the state, how victory gardens are part of 4-H history, and how the program grew over the years.

In this episode we're talking about 4-H club fundraisers. What steps need to be considered before starting? How can youth members be involved in the planning and implementation stages?

Welcome to the new 4-H year! Now is a great time to set goals and reconnect with the local 4-H office and fellow volunteers. In this episode, Amelia Valente walks us through some of the questions she asks 4-H club leaders at the start of the program year.

In this episode, Ed Wengryn, shares how his experience in 4-H influenced his career path to become the Secretary of Agriculture for New Jersey. Find out which life skills he developed in 4-H and how they support his work.

In this episode, we talk with recent 4-H graduate, Allison, about her experience in the program. Learn how Allison created a youth STEM summer camp with the support from her 4-H community.

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In this episode, 4-H alumna, Michelle, shares her perspective of the 4-H experience from member to club leader. We discuss how the experience evolves from youth member to adult volunteer, how to stay positive during stressful times, and witnessing youth succeed makes the hard work worthwhile.

In this episode, we're sharing tips to help kids (and adults) calm themselves when feeling overwhelmed. We share some simple, yet effective, games and activities that help regulate breathing, calm minds, and refocus energy.

Books shared in this episode include:

Breathe Like a Bear by Kira Willey

Healing Breath: A Guided Meditation Through Nature for Kids by William Meyer

In this episode, we talk with recent 4-H graduate, Savannah, about her experience in the program. Find out how 4-H helped Savannah discover her spark, connect with her community, and develop the leadership skills to make a positive impact for others.

Take a deep breath. In this episode, we talk with Alayne Torretta who shares tips for keeping calm when conflict happens. Our reactions in tense situations have a direct impact on how the situation will play out.