Centre County 4-Hers take part in ‘unplugged’ program
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Ninety-four Centre County 4-H members received complimentary craft kits during the December launch of a county-wide program, "4-H Unplugged."
The kits were designed to be completed without the need for internet connection or scheduled meetings. They provided most of the supplies members needed to complete six activities, which constitutes a completed 4-H project.
Families picked their kits up at one of three pick-up locations throughout Centre County. Members can return their completed project records to receive recognition for their completed projects and may exhibit items as opportunities exist in summer or fall of 2021.
In early January, members had the opportunity to sign up for three new kits, including Cloverbud, Duct Tape, and Scrapbooking kits. Twenty one of these kits went out to 4-H members.
"4-H Unplugged" will run through April and will feature three new project areas each month. February's kits will include: Photography, Aerospace, and Fitness.
The goal of the "4-H Unplugged" program is to keep youth engaged in 4-H, introduce them to new project areas, and foster self-discovery as they complete projects at home.
It's important to me to keep the kids excited about 4-H and to show them that the spirit of 4-H is still present, even under our current restrictions.
Check out Centre County 4-H Program on Facebook for more information about "4-H Unplugged" or the 4-H program in general!
Administered in Pennsylvania by Penn State Extension, 4-H is a nonformal educational youth development program of the United States Department of Agriculture that helps young people develop knowledge and skills to become capable, caring, and contributing citizens. To find your local program, visit the Penn State Extension website at extension.psu.edu/4-H.
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Jess Pflugfelder is a Centre County 4-H coordinator for Penn State Extension. She can be reached by calling 814-359-7479 or via email at jlc5183@psu.edu.