Beyond the Barn: The Modern Side of 4-H

When you think 4-H, don't just think farm animals, livestock and county fairs - your child can build a robot, learn public speaking or dive into digital arts! In this episode of Sustainable Steps, Tami and Jake return to the ISU Extension and Outreach office in Woodbury County to talk with Youth Outreach Coordinator Christine Craig, debunking the rural stereotypes and exploring how 4-H can shape the next generation of community leaders. In this episode, we'll learn: Beyond the Barn: Why modern 4-H is just as much about STEM, robotics, photography and healthy living as it is about agriculture. The Power of Hands-On Learning: How short, six-week "specialty blocks" and after-school clubs keep kids engaged and constantly curious. To learn more about Woodbury County 4-H programs, summer camps, or science enrichment programs for your classroom, please visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/woodbury. To find out more about Goodwill of the Great Plains and the job training and placement services offered, please visit goodwillgreatplains.org. The Sustainable Steps podcast is made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Gilchrist Foundation.