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4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. Texas 4-H is open to all youth between the ages of 9 (or 8 and in the 3rd grade) to 18. If you would like to know more about 4-H and how get involved click the information button. 
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Celebrate the centennial
From September 1, 2007 to August 31, 2008 the Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program will celebrate 100 years of youth development in Texas. We encourage you to visit the 4-H Centennial site and learn how you can "Make it Yours" after 100 years of Texas 4-H.
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ENTOMOLOGY PROJECT
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Project Information Sheet |
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National 4-H Curriculum:
Entomology - Group Activity Helper’s Guide
Entomology 1 - Creepy Crawlies
Entomology 2 - What’s Bugging You?
Entomology 3 - Dragons, Houses and Other Flies
Kidz Ants Curriculum
Teacher Guide (B-6141)
Student Fun Book (B-6142)
Yea 4-H! 6-8 age, Buggin’ Out Unit, (2008 scheduled release) |
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Beekeeping Essay Contest
Contact:
Dr. Toby L. Lepley, Extension 4-H and Youth Development Specialist
tlepley@ag.tamu.edu 979-845-1212
The American Beekeeping Federation Essay Contest is designed to stimulate interest in honey bees and to promote a better understanding of the value of bees. It is open to all active 4-H members. State entries are due February 1. One state winner is selected by March 1 and sent to national. The national winner is announced by May 1. The top three winners receive cash awards—$250.00, $100.00 and $50.00.
Entomology Identification Contest
Contact:
Dr. Noel Troxclair, Extension Entomologist
NTroxcla@ag.tamu.edu 830-278-9151
Identify selected insects and complete a written examination on insects. Questions will be selected primarily from “Study Materials for 4-H Entomology Contests.” |
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Entomology |
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| Career Exploration Opportunities: |
Researcher/Scientist
Pest Control
Pesticide Sales |
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1. Provide programs for civic groups on the history of the impact of beneficial insects and pests on man and his environment, beneficial insects, or similar topics.
2. Develop an exhibit at county or regional fairs emphasizing insect collecting, beekeeping, beneficial insects, safety with pesticides, or similar topics.
3. Develop and present a method demonstration to community groups on pesticide storage and proper mixing plus application.
4. Organize a tour of a field to observe insects.
5. Place ant farm or observation bee hive in children’s barnyard at local fair or show.
6. Donate honey to community families, nursing home, etc.
7. Provide honey for elementary school tasting, along with display of observation bee hive.
8. Prepare and distribute recipes using honey at local civic groups, supermarkets, etc.
9. Plan a taste or poster display of products made with honey at local supermarket.
10. Enter an educational float with entomological emphasis in local parade.
11. Prepare newspaper articles and radio spot on beneficial insects, pesticide safety , integrated pest management, pollination, etc.
12. Conduct pesticide storage safety checks in community or county.
13. Conduct a telephone survey of community to determine educational programs in entomology and pest management needed by community members.
14. Provide refreshments at entomology and/or pesticide management educational meetings.
15. Prepare a display (slides or specimens) of insects commonly found in specific crops, livestock, in the home, lawn/ornamental and display in public places.
16. Volunteer to help with a community lawn and garden clinic.
17. Conduct a survey to determine how many people in your county are employed in entomological areas; look at career opportunities - local, state, national; publicize results.
18. Prepare display of different types of home pesticides and proper labeling.
19. Help neighbors identify and control insects in their home and gardens in community.
20. Show the role of entomologists in preserving our environment.
21. Prepare an aesthetic display utilizing actual insects, butterflies or pictures, etc. |
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Entomology Project Leader Position Description |
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