4-H Volunteer Training Workshops
September 1, 2011, to August 31, 2012 Kettunen Center, Kellogg Biological Station, Other Michigan Sites
To register for 4-H Volunteer Training Workshops, go to http://web2.msue.msu.edu/4hwkreg/index.cfm
Support for the science literacy focus offered during the 2011-2012 4-H workshop season is provided by a grant to the Michigan 4-H Foundation from the Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation.
*This workshop will take place at Kettunen Center.
+This workshop will take place at Kellogg Biological Station.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 ages 13 and up.
- Adult-Only Volunteer Training – Open to adult volunteer leaders ages 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 ages 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 ages 16 and up) or subject matter (such as Peer Plus, limited to 4-H’ers ages 14 and up).
- Family Weekend Workshops – Open to families with children ages 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 Conference). 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, 2012) to decide whether he or she is eligible to attend a particular workshop.
Workshop Descriptions
4-H Fall Horse Galaxy Meeting for State 4-H Horse Event Planning Committee
Workshop 900
October 8, 2011 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is available to current state 4-H Horse Event Planning Committee members. It provides volunteers an opportunity to learn 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 horse event planning committee members (primarily adult, some youth). For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Healthy Living = Healthy U Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop - CANCELLED
Workshop 901
October 14-16, 2011 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is for youth, adults, and volunteers that work with youth. You will learn how to incorporate "healthy living," one of 4-H mission mandates, into your club, community and life. This workshop will teach you some exciting ways to get started and introduce you to opportunities and curriculum that is available to sustain healthy living. You will also get a head start on the new Moving Michigan challenge. Youth can learn how to become a healthy living ambassador. Learn how adult volunteers and youth can work together through a $5000.00 grant to address how to lessen nutritional deficiencies and healthy food choices in under-served populations. Health is one of the 4 "H’s" in 4-H, so come learn what it is all about and how to stay active in your club and community and in the world. Scholarships are available to adult volunteers and youth to attend this workshop. Open to adult and teen volunteer leaders ages 14 and up. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Clothing & Textiles Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 902
October 15-16, 2011 – Kettunen Center
Explore new project ideas and skills to use in your 4-H clothing and textiles program. Sessions tentatively scheduled include beginning and advanced sewing skills, entrepreneurship, several quilting classes, projects for 5-8 year old youth, fashion illustration, altering ready-to-wear, special teen design class and more. Open to new and experienced adult and teen volunteers ages 13 and up. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Proud Equestrian Program New Instructor Training Instructor Update
Workshop 903
October 22-23, 2011 – Kellogg Biological Station
This conference provides continuing education for current 4-H PEP certified instructors. Attendance is required at either the fall 2011 or fall 2012 Instructor Update to maintain 4-H PEP Instructor status. The program is also open to PATH (formerly NARHA) certified instructors and those interested in therapeutic riding. Sessions include topics related to instructing therapeutic riding, working with youth with special needs, and horse management and care. Open to 4-H Proud Equestrian Program instructors, instructors in training. The program is also open to NARHA certified instructors and those with an interest in therapeutic riding. This workshop is presented with support from the Accident Fund Holdings. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Rabbit & Cavy Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 905
November 18-20, 2011 – Kettunen Center
Participants in this exciting training opportunity will gain new ideas and information about the rabbit and cavy project areas. Participants will choose from a variety of topics including management, health, nutrition, breeding, animal evaluation, crafts, games, showmanship and fun 4-H club activities. The workshop will provide adult and teen leaders, 13 and up, the opportunity to exchange ideas, make new friends and explore new areas with other individuals who are interested in rabbits and cavies. Participants are encouraged to develop plans for sharing the learning experiences back to their local counties. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Adult Horse Volunteer Leaders Conference
Workshop 904
December 2-4, 2011 – 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 assist leaders 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. Participants are expected to share the information and experiences gained at this conference with fellow 4-H’ers in their counties. Adults only. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Teen Leadership & Community Change Conference
Workshop 906
January 21-22, 2012 – Kettunen Center
This powerful 2012 conference brings teens, ages 13 and up, from across the state to learn youth leadership and community change skills. Following are comments from the 2011 conference participants: "This conference makes me feel as if I can change the world." "I personally loved this workshop; not only did I learn new leadership techniques, but I also learned a lot above myself."From an adult chaperone participant: "This conference was interactive, dynamic and perfectly geared toward youth!" For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event. This workshop is presented with support from the Sandra Clarkson Stuckman Endowment and the Turner-Ousterhout Endowment of the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
4-H Veterinary Science Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 907
February 24-25, 2012 – Kettunen Center
Explore animal systems and learn about animal health for a broad array of animal species. Come prepared to learn from others, share information and experiences, ask questions and quiz veterinarians about their skills. You will also participate in hands-on demonstrations that will teach you how to help members recognize healthy, sick, or injured animals. Meet other youth that have developed outstanding veterinary science projects and gain ideas to help others start their own vet science projects. Open to adult and teen volunteers ages 13 and older. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Beef, Sheep & Swine Teen & Adult Volunteer Workshop
Workshop 908
February 25-26, 2012 – Kettunen Center
If you are 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 will also offer ways to enhance your communications and teaching skills, and learn about the many opportunities available for those interested in the beef, sheep and swine industries. Open to adult and teen volunteers ages 13 and up. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event. This workshop is presented with support from the Michigan Pork Producers Association.
4-H Science Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 909
March 10-11, 2012 – Kettunen Center
This workshop is for teen and adult volunteers ages 13 and up. All staff and education providers are welcome. Whether you are interested in animal science, plant science, environmental science, robotics, alternative energy, engineering, film making or technology, this workshop has something exciting for you! Learn about new, hands-on educational opportunities in both new and existing 4-H project areas. Conduct experiments and learn how to develop the next generation of problem solvers. Hands-on sessions for beginners and advanced will be provided. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Environmental & Outdoor Education, Plant Science and Entomology Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 910
March 16-18, 2012 – Kettunen Center
This is a hands-on opportunity to learn about many environmental & outdoor education, horticulture and entomology projects through fun lessons and activities. Gain ideas, project resources and activities to get kids outside, inquire and explore the world and to gain knowledge, all while having fun. Sessions will feature wildlife, natural resources, plant science, entomology, outdoor adventure challenge recreation and leadership. Learn about science applications and career exploration related to these subjects and how to use the information with 4-H clubs or classrooms. Open to adults and youth ages 13 and up. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
4-H Entrepreneurship Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 911
March 31-April 1, 2012 – Kettunen Center
Wonder how your passion for 4-H projects can turn into a business? Are you an entrepreneur, or are you interested in learning more about it? Already a market livestock "boss" or perhaps you want to make a difference in Michigan by thinking "green" in the bioeconomy? This entrepreneurship education workshop is for youth 13 and up and adult volunteers and educators who want to grow their knowledge about starting a business, growing a business and how to make their money (profit) grow. If you dream of being your own boss, you will have the opportunity to choose from several tracks. Each track will include fun, hands-on learning activities and resources to take home. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event.
Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference
Workshop 912
April 13-15, 2012 – Kettunen Center
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 health. You’ll also tour area farms. Open to youth ages 13 to 19 as of January 1, 2012. For more information please view the Program Announcement for this event. This workshop is presented with support from the American Dairy Association of Michigan and the Michigan Milk Producers Association.
4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training Workshop
Workshop 913
April 27-29, 2012 – Kettunen Center
This workshop offers a variety of training sessions including rifle, shotgun, archery and hunting and wildlife, which are partial fulfillment of the requirements to be a MI 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor. Join us and see all that the 4-H Shooting Sports program has to offer! Learn how we foster positive youth development through the shooting sports, and try techniques that effectively help youth learn safe and proper use of guns and archery equipment. You do NOT need to retake the training unless you’ve been inactive for more than 3 years or your certification has lapsed. Open to new and veteran adult volunteers and youth ages 16 and up. This workshop is presented with support from the Hal & Jean Glassen Memorial Foundation and the Michigan Chapter of The National Wild Turkey Federation.
4-H Recreational Leadership and Camp Counselor Training
Workshop 914
May 4-6, 2012 – Kettunen Center
Are you ready to lead the way to adventure and fun? In this interactive workshop you will learn to take the lead and work together to create fun activities and learn new skills! You can be the change that your club, camp, group or committee needs to spark the enthusiasm of your members and help them succeed no matter what the task. Team building, energizers, ice breakers, games, leadership discovery and more await you at this workshop. Participants will be ready to create a plan for introducing recreation into their programs to bring back the FUN. If camp programs are of interest to you, we will send you away with ideas to improve your existing camp program or get you off to the right start! 4-H Recreational Leadership offers something for everyone and we invite older youth ages 13 (by January 1, 2012) and up, teen leaders, and adult volunteers to join us. Staff from schools and partner agencies that work with children and plan programs for them may also enjoy this workshop and are welcome to attend.
4-H Companion Animals Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Workshop 915
May 12-13, 2012 - Kettunen Center
Participants in this exciting training opportunity will gain new ideas and information about companion animal projects. This workshop is open to 4-H volunteers and youth ages 13 and up, who are interested in sharing, learning and exploring new information about companion animals. Participants will learn new information about activities, club and group development, companion animal management skills, health, nutrition and many other topics.
4-H Mentoring Weekend
Workshop 916
July 20-22, 2012 - Kettunen Center
This event brings mentoring matches together from around the state to enjoy time strengthening their relationships through workshops and fun. Popular activities include water sports, Jello-O Wars and archery. Open to 4-H mentoring matches ages 11 and up.
For More Information or to Register for a 4-H Workshop
For more 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.
Michigan 4-H Staff only:
- The Michigan State University Extension 4-H Workshop Registration System web site provides additional workshop details and online registration.
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). Thanks 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).
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 online at mi4hfdtn.org/givenow.html 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!
Contact
For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or:
4-H Youth Development
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Phone: 517-432-7575