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Michigan
State University Extension
4-H Volunteer Training Workshop Schedule
September 1, 2007, to May 31, 2008
Kettunen Center, Kellogg Biological Station & Other Michigan Sites
*These
workshops will take place at Kettunen Center, near Tustin.
**This workshop will take place at the Midland Armory.
+These
workshops will take place at Kellogg
Biological Station, near Hickory Corners.
++This workshop will take place at Fowler Center near Mayville.
# Workshop held at Bellevue Conservation Club
## Workshop held at Covenant New Life Church
Michigan State University Extension Participant
Age Policy
All state 4-H volunteer training coordinated by state 4-H staff falls into one of the formats listed below:
- Adult and Teen Volunteer Training – Open to adult and teen volunteer leaders aged 13 and up.
- Adult-Only Volunteer Training – Open to adult volunteer leaders aged 19 and up.
- Learning Lab Training – Open to kids in a specific age group who will work on project-related tasks while adults and teens aged 14 and up learn to work with the younger kids.
- Content-Specific Training – Open to young people and adults in project areas with age limits for safety reasons (such as shooting sports, limited to 4-H’ers aged 16 and up) or subject matter (such as Peer Plus, limited to 4-H’ers aged 14 and up).
- Family Weekend Workshops – Open to families with children aged 5 to 12.
- Youth Training – Open to 4-H youth of a specified age range only (such as the 4-H Teen Horse Volunteer Leader Workshops). The only adults allowed to register for these workshops are accompanying chaperones.
The workshop format will be set by the state 4-H programming committee and the state 4-H staff members who coordinate the training sessions held at Kettunen Center, Kellogg Biological Station and other Michigan sites.
Use a 4-H member’s age by January 1 of the current program year (that is, January 1, 2008) to decide whether he or she is eligible to attend a particular workshop.
Workshop Descriptions
4-H Global & Cultural Education County Volunteer Coordinators & Staff Training
Workshop 501
September 22–23, 2007 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is for adult volunteers who already are taking, or who would like to take, a leadership role in their county's 4-H global and cultural education program. Leadership roles include: county coordinator for 4-H international exchanges, county coordinator for the 4-H Folkpatterns program or county coordinator for the overall 4-H global and cultural education program. This is an exciting opportunity to receive training in preparing youth for their future in a globalized and culturally diverse world. This workshop is also for county 4-H staff who would like to learn more about the 4-H global and cultural education program or who would like to work with a volunteer coordinator in their county. Open to volunteers and staff aged 21 and up.
Shooting Sports Instructor's and Teen Instructor's
Workshop
Workshop 519
September 29, 2007 — Midland Armory, Midland, Michigan
This workshop will give adult and teen volunteers a chance to develop and improve skills in teaching shooting sports activities to young people; work toward certification as Michigan 4-H shooting sports instructors in archery; learn how to develop, expand and maintain local 4-H shooting sports programs; exchange program ideas with other volunteers from around the state; and develop renewed respect and concern for safety in the 4-H shooting sports program. Open to current and potential adult and teen instructors aged 15 and up.
Fall Galaxy for State 4-H Horse Event Committees
Workshop 502
October 5–6, 2007 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is available to current state 4-H horse event planning committee members. It gives volunteers a chance to learn about the availability of new resources, collaborate with representatives from different counties, plan upcoming state 4-H horse events, discuss guidelines for the state 4-H horse program, and gain leadership and youth development skills. Open only to adult and teen state 4-H horse event planning committee members (invitation only).
4-H Crafts, Visual Arts & Performing Arts Workshop
Workshop 503
October 6–7, 2007 – Kettunen Center
Youth thrive on the arts, both visual and performing. They like to have opportunities for personal and creative expression, especially opportunities that are not always available in their hometown. This workshop is a chance for 4-H volunteers to focus either on visual arts and crafts or performing arts, or a mix of the two. 4-H resources and how to start and maintain an arts-related 4-H club will be presented. Come experience the joy of the arts. Open to adults and teens aged 13 and up.
4-H Clothing & Textiles Workshop
Workshop 504
October 13–14, 2007 – Kettunen Center
Explore new project ideas and skills for your 4-H clothing and textiles program. Sessions tentatively scheduled include wool felting, yellow brick road quilting, beginning sewing skills, mesh tote bag, knitting, fleece projects, jeans quilt, 5- to 8-year-old projects, pressing and interfacing, blanket stitch snowman, community service projects and more. Open to adults and teens aged 13 and up.
4-H Proud Equestrian Program Instructor Update
Workshop 505
October 27–28, 2007 – Kellogg Biological Station
This conference covers topics related to instructing therapeutic riding, working with youth with special needs, and horse management and care. It provides continuing education for current 4-H PEP program certified instructors. Attendance is required at either the fall 2007 or winter 2008 Instructor Update to maintain 4-H PEP program instructor status. Open to 4-H PEP instructors or instructors in training. The program is also open to NARHA-certified instructors and those interested in therapeutic riding.
4-H Adult Horse Volunteers Conference
Workshop 506
November 9–11, 2007 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is designed for adult leaders who are involved with county 4-H horse programs. Topics include updates on current subject matter in the horse area and information to help volunteers in youth development, leadership skills for youth, youth activities and opportunities beyond a county program. Interaction with leaders from different counties is encouraged for exchanging of ideas and programs and meeting other volunteers in the same interest area. Open to adult 4-H horse project volunteer leaders.
The Future Is You! Workshop
(Formerly Peer Plus, Group Dynamite & YEA)
Workshop 507
January 11–13, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Future 4-H entrepreneurs, future millionaires and future community leaders listen up! You'll want to register early for this popular workshop! You'll choose from tracks emphasizing career and workforce preparation, youth financial literacy, entrepreneurship and friendship skills, and participate in activities that help you learn about yourself and others. The activities will build the leadership skills you need to carry out your projects. Finally, with lots of new knowledge and skills, you'll head home with fun resources! More tracks may be added as we get closer to the date, so check with your county MSU Extension office for current information. Open to teens and adults aged 13 and up.
NRA Rifle Coaching School
Workshop 521
January 18-20, 2008 – Kettunen Center
The NRA Rifle Coaches Certification school is three days (Friday night through Sunday afternoon) of sports specific lessons designed to teach the coach candidate the basics of coaching. The following general subjects are taught: Introduction to the Coaching, Safety and Risk Management, History of Shooting, Competition Events, Rules, Equipment and Facilities, Fundamentals of Firing the Shot, Shooting Positions, Mental Training, How to Conduct Tournaments. The registration fee includes certification fees and a copy of the discipline specific coach school student study guide, rulebooks and other materials to help you with the myriad of details to run a successful program. After attending the school and reading the student material, participants complete a take-home test. The test and a Credential Fee are submitted to the NRA Coach Trainer for grading. The successful completion of one of these coach schools will make you an Level 1 Coach in air rifle and small bore and a Level 1 Coach Credential Card will be sent to you from the NRA.
4-H Teen Citizenship, Leadership & Service Conference
Workshop 508
January 26–27, 2008 – Kettunen Center
This exciting conference brings together teens from across the state to learn citizenship and leadership skills and ways to use those skills to make a difference in their communities through service. This conference has sessions for both 4-H and non-4-H members. Registration information includes specific tracks that teens and adult volunteers will attend through the weekend. Open to teens aged 14 and up and adults.
4-H Proud Equestrians Program Instructor Update
Workshop 509
February 16–17, 2008 – Fowler Center
Same description as the October 27–28, 2007, 4-H PEP Instructor Update.
4-H Veterinary Science Teen & Adult Volunteer Workshop
Workshop 510
February 22–23, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Explore animal systems and learn about animal health by sharing information and experiences, asking questions and quizzing veterinarians about their skills. You can also participate in hands-on demonstrations that teach you how to help members recognize healthy, sick or injured animals. Meet 4-H'ers who have developed outstanding veterinary science projects and gain ideas to help others start their own vet science projects. Open to adult and teen volunteers aged 13 and up.
4-H Beef, Sheep & Swine Teen & Adult Volunteer Workshop
Workshop 511
February 23–24, 2008 – Kettunen Center
If you're interested in beef cattle, sheep or swine projects, this workshop is for you. You'll learn about animal health, management, care and nutrition. In addition, you can sharpen your livestock judging and evaluation skills. By sharing ideas and interacting with others, you'll find ways to improve your county 4-H livestock program. The workshop also offers ways to enhance your communication and teaching skills and learn about the many opportunities available for those interested in beef cattle, sheep or swine projects. Open to adult and teen volunteers aged 13 and up.
4-H Plant Science & Entomology Workshop
Workshop 512
February 29–March 2, 2008 – Kettunen Center
This workshop offers a variety of plant- and insect-related activities. This is a very hands-on opportunity to explore many horticulture and entomology projects through games, crafts, science applications and career exploration. There's something for everyone, come join the fun! Open to adults and youth aged 13 and up.
4-H Environmental & Outdoor Education Adult & Teen Volunteer Training
Workshop 513
Feb 29–March 2, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Come sample a variety of interest areas within the 4-H environmental and outdoor education program! Gain ideas, projects and activities to help kids enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy a variety of fun, hands-on activities and leave with many ideas and resources. Sessions will feature environmental stewardship, fisheries, wildlife, forestry, outdoor recreation and leadership, and how to start a 4-H environmental and outdoor education club. Open to adults and youth aged 13 and up.
4-H Poultry Volunteers Workshop
Workshop 514
March 8–9, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Gain new ideas and information about the 4-H poultry project. You'll choose from a variety of learning options, including breed selection and identification, egg production, flock management, disease, water fowl and showmanship. The workshop will give adult and teen volunteers the chance to exchange ideas, meet new friends and develop new networks with others in the 4-H poultry area. Open to adult and teen volunteers aged 13 and up.
4-H Family Science Weekend:
Jump Into Food, Fitness & Family Fun!
Workshop 515
March 15–16, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Jump into a Family Science Weekend that has you striving to reach the top of the pyramids! Not the Egyptian pyramids – the healthy food and fitness pyramids. This workshop will get your family moooving into motion and giving high fives for health! Kids and their families will power up with nutrition activities to learn more about healthy decisions and choices. This workshop is very hands-on and encourages family togetherness. Designed for and open to families with children aged 5 to 12. The 4-H Family Science Weekend: Jump Into Food, Fitness & Family Fun! is sponsored by the Michigan 4-H Foundation through a grant provided by the Dart Foundation.
Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference
Workshop 516
April 11–13, 2008 – Kellogg Biological Station
If you'd like to know more about the dairy industry, sign up to attend this conference. You'll learn about dairy management topics including dairy cattle nutrition, health, reproduction and cattle evaluation. Practice for state dairy management contests such as the skillathon and quiz bowls that will focus on dairy cattle nutrition. You'll also tour area farms. Open to youth aged 13 to 19 as of January 1, 2008.
4-H Shooting Sports Train-the-Trainers Workshop
Workshop 520
April 17–20, 2008 – Kettunen Center
This workshop gives experienced shooting sports instructors a chance to develop and improve your skills in facilitating Michigan 4-H shooting sports instructor workshops for adult and teen volunteers. The workshop will cover best practices in youth and adult education, implementing 4-H goals and policies, and effective facilitation skills. You may become certified as a 4-H shooting sports trainer in rifle, shotgun, archery or muzzleloading. You'll also be expected to become part of the state 4-H shooting sports training team, offering at least one shooting sports instructor training session a year. Admission to this workshop is based on your qualifications and potential to successfully fulfill the role of a state 4-H shooting sports trainer, in addition to geographic and disciplinary needs. The application will be available for download with the workshop announcement.
4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Workshop
Workshop 518
April 18–20, 2008 – Kettunen Center
This workshop offers a variety of training sessions including riflery, shotgun, archery, hunting and wildlife. Completing the course does NOT guarantee that participants will be certified; they must demonstrate proficiency on written and range assessments at the workshop, then complete a paperwork (including approval by county staff) before they obtain certification. Join us and see all that the 4-H shooting sports program has to offer! Shooting sports instructors seeking recertification in a discipline should fill out a recertification application. You do not need to retake the training unless you've been inactive for more than 3 years. Open to new and veteran adult volunteers and youth aged 16 and up. The 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Workshop is sponsored by the Michigan 4-H Foundation through a grant provided by The Hal & Jean Glassen Memorial Foundation.
4-H Companion Animal Workshop
Workshop 517
April 26–27, 2008 – Kettunen Center
Share, learn and explore the 4-H companion animal project at this workshop. You'll share information about activities, club and group development, and learn canine behavior and training along with skill development for performance events such as agility, obedience, showmanship, rally and freestyle. You can also choose cat, pet bird and other sessions that will enhance your 4-H companion animal experience. Open to adults and youth aged 13 and up.
For More Information or To Register for a 4-H Workshop
- For additional information or to register for a 4-H workshop, contact your county MSU Extension office. You do not necessarily need to be a registered 4-H volunteer or member in order to attend. Check with your county MSU Extension 4-H staff for workshop availability.
- Workshop information on this page is also available in booklet format. Download the 4-H Volunteer Training Workshop Schedule (Adobe PDF), print back to back, fold and staple to create a booklet.
Michigan 4-H Staff only:
The Best Training . . . and a Real Bargain!
 Each year since 1961, thousands of Michigan 4-H volunteers and older teens, Extension staff members and resource persons have attended Michigan 4-H’s skill-building workshops. Most are conducted at Kettunen Center, the Michigan 4-H Foundation’s full-service conference center near Tustin.
Take a closer look at 4-H Kettunen Center and all it has to offer. View the Kettunen Center conference video. (30MB, Windows Media Player)
Due to the generosity of donors, the Michigan 4-H Foundation is able to offer weekend 4-H workshops at bargain prices. The result? High-quality workshops at a greatly reduced cost for 4-H participants or county 4-H organizations (which may subsidize the attendance of qualified local 4-H participants). For example:
- A 4-H volunteer or member participant at a 3-day, 2-night workshop is responsible for $48 – plus a $10 resource fee and travel expenses – of the actual $134 cost to attend the workshop.
- A 4-H volunteer or member participant at a 2-day, 1-night workshop is responsible for $25 – plus an $8 resource fee and travel expenses – of the actual $76.75 cost to attend the workshop.
In both examples, the participant costs include meals, lodging and typical conference fees. These figures are based on prices in effect July 1, 2007, and are subject to change each year.
You’re Invited to Help Support 4-H Volunteer Training
Workshop participants are invited to become Michigan 4-H Foundation donors. In that way, you can join many other 4-H families who “give back” to help Michigan 4-H Youth Development bring educational activities and unique opportunities to others. To find out how to donate to the Michigan 4-H Foundation, visit the Foundation on the Web at http://www.mi4hfdtn.org/index2.cfm or call them at 517-353-6692.
Dynamite Reasons to Attend State 4-H Weekend Training Workshops
Just a few of the many reasons people give for the value they’ve found in attending these workshops follow.
- 4-H volunteer and teen participants receive a professionally conducted training experience, guided by experts from Michigan State University Extension and many other organizations.
- Participants learn practical skills to increase their employability.
- People become energized and inspired to teach and advise children in their home communities.
- Good ideas in one county are transformed into good ideas in other counties.
- Volunteers and teens have the opportunity to help create new statewide programs, thereby spreading educational opportunities to many children.
- These workshops add quality and consistency to 4-H programs across Michigan’s diverse communities.
- Wow! The accommodations include modern buildings, quality food service, and acres of forest, waterfront and wetlands.
- Interested donors pay most of the cost for the best training anywhere!
Learning
Materials
More information
on learning materials available to support these activities can
be found in the Michigan Guide to 4-H
or through the MSU
Bulletin Office.
Contact
Information
For more information
on how to get involved as a youth
or volunteer,
contact your county
MSU Extension office or:
4-H Youth
Development
Michigan State University
160 Agriculture Hall
East Lansing, MI
48824-1039
USA
Email: msue4h@msu.edu
Phone: 517-432-7575
Fax: 517-355-6748
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Last Updated: March 12, 2008
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