An activity plan to help 4-H clubs learn about all types of communication, why it is vitally important to communicate within a 4-H club and improve current club communication methods. Sometimes even the most complex problems can be solved through simple communication. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (5 […]
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Learn how to identify and select the proper gear or equipment for a healthy, safe and successful hiking or backpacking trip. (4 pages, 108 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords – emergency, backpack gear, decision making Details Publication Number: ACTpa013 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Backpacking & Hiking Type: Activity […]
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Learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace (LNT), which promotes and inspires responsible hiking, backpacking and other outdoor recreation activities. (9 pages, 252 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords – self-responsibility, outdoors, campfire, water source Details Publication Number: ACTpa014 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Backpacking & Hiking Type: Activity Plan […]
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Learn how to plan, organize and lead a day hike or backpacking trip. (7 pages, 108 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords – decision making, walk, excercise Details Publication Number: ACTpa012 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Backpacking & Hiking Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Hiking Series – Planning Your Trek
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Learn the seven basic surival needs of our bodies; discover the materials that will help us meet these needs to survive emergency situations, especially when hiking and backpacking. (13 pages, 205 KB) This lesson plan is part of the 4-H Hiking Series. Keywords – teamwork, decision making Details Publication Number: ACTpa015 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: […]
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Yes, 4-H is fun! In this activity, participants will learn why socializing is an important part of the 4-H experience and how they can make their club a more social environment. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (6 pages, 106 KB) Keywords- explore, group activities, resources Details Publication Number: […]
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An activity plan to help club leaders identify the motivating and inhibiting factors of adult participation in their 4-H clubs. Learn strategies for increasing adult involvement and a sense of belonging for the youth in the club. This is part of the 4-H Leader Training Series. (7 pages, 943 KB) Keywords- leadership, belonging Details Publication […]
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An activity plan to teach leaders about the educational foundation of 4-H, including the concepts of experiential education and life skills. Share ideas about how to explain the educational focus of 4-H to the public, parents, other leaders, and 4-H members. Share ideas about reflection and debriefing activities that can be used in 4-H clubs. […]
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Activity for youth in grade 3 to help them understand how American Indians prepared and used natural materials. In this activity youth will construct a cattail mat and make muffins using cranberries, an American Indian food item. This activity is part of the “It’s A Small World” Afterschool International series. (2 pages, 73 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, […]
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Activity for youth in grade 3 to help them understand the Chinese culture. In this activity youth celebrate a traditional Chinese festival with food and decorations that they have made. This activity is part of the “It’s A Small World” Afterschool International series. (2 pages, 123 KB) Keywords- accepting differences, Chinese lanterns Details Publication Number: […]
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