Youth love learning about their interests through the fifty-seven different project areas offered by Hubbard County 4-H.
This past two weeks 4-H'ers have been investigating Aerospace and Fishing sports at local day camps held in Lake George and Park Rapids.
Through hands-on learning experiences the K-4th graders learned about aerodynamics, combustion, flight while developing three different rockets at the 4-H Aerospace Day camp. Assisted by youth leader Cody Wicks, Nevis, area youth investigated the basic principles of flight with a group of new friends that shared the similar interest.
Supported by at state-wide MN DNR curriculum, trained 4-H staffer Mark Haugen led an older group of youth through an introduction to fishing through the MN-AQUA program. Youth investigated many aquatic science related issues including how fish are classified into different families as well as learning about the life cycle of a walleye before making their own "Pop-Can Caster." Although no ten pound bass were caught the entire group had a blast experiencing these engaging hands on learning opportunities.
To learn more about 4-H or how your child can participate in the 4-H program please contact the University of MN Extension Hubbard County office at 218-732-3391.
