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K‑State Extension highlights ATV safety, babysitting clinic and a 4‑H agent vacancy
Summary
Dale Fritchen of Riley County K‑State Extension told commissioners about expanding ATV safety training, a popular babysitting clinic, and the upcoming search to fill a 4‑H agent vacancy after John Jobs’ departure on June 5.
Dale Fritchen representing Riley County K‑State Extension updated the commission on extension activities on June 18, highlighting youth programming and staffing.
Fritchen said extension hosted an ATV safety class for youth and plans a train‑the‑trainer event in Riley County in October to expand the program across the state. "This is a niche extension can really serve," he told commissioners, noting the program includes hands‑on instruction for participants ages 12 and older.
He also described a babysitting clinic for ages 10–13 that filled two sessions and a successful 4‑H Youth Livestock Showmanship Camp that hosted more than 40 attendees. Fritchen said the extension has started the process to replace 4‑H agent John Jobs, whose last day was June 5; he estimated a new hire might come on board in the fall after central campus hiring steps are complete.
Fritchen thanked volunteers and local partners for supporting programming and said staff will cover duties during the vacancy to ensure the county fair and upcoming events proceed as planned.
