National 4-H Conference
The National 4-H Conference is the Secretary of Agriculture's premier youth development opportunity to engage youth in developing recommendations for the 4-H Youth Development Program.
The National 4-H Conference is a working conference in which youth and adults--at the invitation of the Secretary of Agriculture--assist in the development of recommendations to help guide 4-H Youth Development Programs nationally and in their communities. This event brings together youth, volunteer leaders, and state and county Extension staff members from across the United States, the U.S. Territories, and the Canadian Provinces.
As the sponsor for this conference, the National 4-H Headquarters--located within Families, 4-H, and Nutrition at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) Cooperative Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES)--is charged with sharing the recommendations that emerge from the conference with the Secretary of Agriculture, national Extension Program Leaders, and others who determine 4-H programs. At the same time, we want to ensure that the conference is a meaningful experience for the youth and adult participants.
Please visit the National 4-H Conference site for schedule.
Application Process
2010 National 4-H Conference Application Process
Who Should Apply
The National 4-H Conference requires youth who are focused and committed to working during the Conference and in their state. The Texas delegation will consist of 10 youth delegates, who need to engage in pre- and post-conference work and participate in all scheduled conference activities.
The minimum age requirement for a Texas youth delegate is 15 years old (must be by January of the Conference year). The maximum age for a youth delegate is 18.
Dates To Remember
| Application Open Online: | Tuesday, September 15, 2009 |
| Application Closes Online: | Sunday, November 15, 2009 |
| Delegates Announced: | Tuesday, December 01, 2009 |
| Payment Deadline: | Tuesday, January 05, 2010 |
| Travel Start Date: | Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
| Travel End Date: | Thursday, March 25, 2010 |
Contact Information
Mr. Kyle Merten
Extension Associate - 4-H
7607 Eastmark Drive, Suite 101
College Station, TX 77840
Phone: 979/845-6533
Fax: 979/845-6495
E-mail: kjmerten@ag.tamu.edu
