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Ramsey County recognizes National 4‑H Week as local youth describe livestock, exhibits and leadership
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Ramsey County commissioners heard presentations from NDSU Extension Ramsey County staff and 4‑H members who described livestock projects, static exhibits and leadership roles during National 4‑H Week.
Ramsey County commissioners on Tuesday recognized National 4‑H Week as staff from NDSU Extension Ramsey County and four youth 4‑H members described the program's activities and this year’s local achievements.
Sarah Leidy of NDSU Extension Ramsey County introduced the group and said Ramsey County 4‑H serves more than 200 youth and volunteers locally. “4‑H is the youth development program of NDSU Extension, and it provides hands‑on learning experiences that help youth develop skills and leadership, citizenship, and community involvement,” Leidy said.
Why it matters: Commissioners were presented with concrete examples of how county programming ties to volunteerism and workforce skills — livestock and static project judging, service learning and youth leadership committees — and received a request to help promote the program during National 4‑H Week.
Details from youth presenters included: Casey, a 9‑year exhibitor, described showing swine, sheep and beef projects and said achievement days give youth a chance to show the results of their yearlong work. Adley, a member of the Ramsey Riders 4‑H club and the Junior Achievement Day Committee, said serving on the planning committee gave her confidence and helped connect youth to event planning. Carly said Ramsey County 4‑H members entered more than 475 static exhibits this year across categories including photography, sewing, woodworking, STEM, foods and drawing. Caitlin, a Ramsey Riders member, said 21 youth competed in the horse show at achievement days.
Commissioners thanked the presenters and paused for a group photograph. The 4‑H visitors also presented a small breakfast as a token of appreciation for the commission’s recognition.
The presentations were short and ceremonial; no formal action was taken by the commission during the recognition.
The county staff contact listed in the presentation was Sarah Leidy of NDSU Extension Ramsey County. Other Extension staff named on the record were Lindsey Overmyer, Tricia Berg and Pat Philandry; youth presenters used first names only.
Ramsey County commissioners noted the program’s reach and welcomed continued updates from Extension staff about volunteer and funding opportunities.
