National 4-H Congress & Conference Join the Fun & Gain Leadership Skills for a Lifetime

National 4-H Conference Where: The National 4-H Center, Chevy Chase, MD (Close to Washington, D.C.) When: April Working conference in which youth & adults assist in guiding 4-H Youth development programs nationally and in their communities Brings together youth, volunteer leaders and Extension staff from across the US & Canada

Why Attend Nat’l 4-H Conference? Learn about 4-H in other states & Canada Help guide future direction of 4-H Visit ND Senators & Representative on Capitol Hill Build leadership skills in professional workshops Gather new ideas to apply back home Visit our Nation’s Capitol Make new friends and have fun!!!!!!!

National 4-H Congress Where: Atlanta, GA When: November/December Flagship event of the 4-H program Provides 4-Hers 14-18 with high-quality educational & cross-cultural experience Focuses on issues and trends in cultural diversity, group dynamics, community service & agriculture Designed to address needs of youth while developing capable competent & caring citizens

Why Attend National 4-H Congress Listen to dynamic, nationally recognized speakers & entertainers Fun and exciting recreational & networking opportunities Learn to be a better leader Go sightseeing Make new friends with 1,300 4-Hers attending Plus much, much more!!!

How Do You Apply Must be 14-18 on January 1 of current year Fill out ND 4-H Youth Delegate Application for Out of State Opportunities (4 page application) http://www.ext.nodak.edu/4h/publications/application_forms/pb828.pdf Application deadline Aug 1 of every year