2008 Marion County Older Youth Opportunities

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Over the years many 4-H'ers and alumni have benefited from these various awards and I encourage you to participate. If you are interested in ANY of the following camps, etc.... take a few minutes and fill out the necessary forms. You never know, you could be the next 4-H member traveling to Washington, D.C. or serving as an Ohio 4-H Ambassador ... the possibilities are endless! Call 223-4040 or e-mail sanderson.51@osu.edu.

Helpful hints:

• Start early and take your time filling out the forms.

• Be as detailed as you can. List as many of your accomplishments in or out of 4-H as possible.  You may not think it is important, but the selection committee might.

• Have someone proofread your work. Mom or dad may have some helpful ideas or catch a misspelling.

• Apply for one or all awards you are eligible for, even if you're not sure you can attend.

• Be neat and legible. Typed is preferred, but not necessary. Just remember, if you don't try, you may regret it!

State 4-H Leadership Camp

July 22 -- July 26, 2008
4-H Camp Ohio

Up to three members who are outstanding in leadership and 4-H activities are selected each year. Traditional Camp Ohio Recreation. Meet over 180 Ohio 4-H'ers to plan camp activities and participate in sessions developing your leadership and communication skills.  Exceptional motivational speakers that youth enjoy. Recipients must be a minimum of 15 years of age, currently enrolled in 4-H, and have completed at least one year of 4-H. Top rated leadership experience!

Top rated leadership experience!
Cost - $25 of over $150 total cost.
Sponsors - Nationwide Insurance and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.

Ohio 4-H Sea Camp

Ages 13-18.  Charter and shore fishing, snorkeling, sailing, power boating, wind surfing, island geology, aquatic science field trip, water rescue, marine navigation and weather.  Lake Erie arts, crafts, astronomy, recreation and campfires.

Cost - To Be Announced
Sponsor - Marion 4-H Endowment

4-H Citizenship-Washington Focus

June 16-20, 2008
National 4-H Center - Washington, D.C.

Two members will enjoy an exciting, innovative approach to citizenship education.  Citizenship-Washington Focus will bring participants to the National 4-H Center for a week long experience in our Nation's Capital. Workshops will reinforce the importance of government issues, develop a new perspective of international relations and stress personal growth and leadership skills. Delegates must be at least 15 years of age, currently enrolled in 4-H, and have completed at least one year of 4-H club work.

Cost - $125 of over a $975 total.
 Marion 4-H Endowment.

Ohio State Jr. Fair Board

One male and one female are chosen annually to serve a 2 year term representing Ohio 4-H on the Ohio State Jr. Fair Board. Age 16 (January 1, 2008 and not more than a sophomore in college, active member in 2007). Selection based on project accomplishment, leadership experience, responsibility, maturity, personality and being able to get along with peers in the close, fast  paced atmosphere of the State Fair for the full two weeks. Ask for details.

OTA Local Government Award

One $1,500 cash award and certificate is available to a 4-H high school senior who has completed a local government type activity that has had significant impact on the applicant's community, township or county. Presented at the Ohio 4-H Youth Recognition Banquet in June.

International Programs

4-H'ers and alumni ages 14-30 to serve as a host to a youth from another country or to travel abroad as a 4-H representative to more than 30 countries around the world.  Scholarships available. Separate, specialized application form required. Call 223-4040 or e-mail sanderson.51@osu.edu.

Vance Family Scholarships

One for $2,000, two for $1,500 each.  Request the special scholarship application.

To recognize current or former 4-H members who have excelled in 4-H and because of 4-H steadily gained and demonstrated leadership and citizenship spirit. Plan to or are attending The Ohio State University (main, regional or ATI campus), College of Food, Ag, Environmental Science or College of Human Ecology, with a 2.5 minimum GPA.

 John T. Mount $1,000 Achievement Award

Request special scholarship application.  One selected. Applicants must be former Ohio 4-H members and a sophomore, junior or senior at The Ohio State University main campus (in Columbus, Ohio) during the time of application. Criteria for selection: 60% on leadership by demonstrated preparation as a leader through 4-H and demonstrated abilities as a leader within university; 20% on academic achievements; and 20% on community service.

Collegiate 4-H Scholarship (2) $500

 OSU Collegiate 4-H Club sponsors (2) $500 scholarships to a main campus Collegiate 4-H Club member;  Collegiate 4-H activities, extracurricular activities, academics.