Environmental Interest Club

Submitted by dawnschm on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 16:47

Who:  Any youth 4th through 12th grade interested in the environment and outdoor activities.  Families must provide transportation to and from sites.  Parents are welcome and strongly encouraged to stay at each session to learn and assist if needed.  The activities are planned for registered 4th through 12th grade participants.

Why:  This 4-H club gives youth an opportunity to explore nature and learn new outdoor skills, visit locations in and around Boone County, make new friends with similar interests, learn leadership and citizenship skills and HAVE FUN!

Cost:

  • $10.00 for current 4-H members - Registration fees cover program costs, site fees, and insurance
  • 4-H'ers can enroll in the club using 4honline
  • EIC enrollment is not complete without $10 paid to Boone County Extension
  • $45.00 for youth enrolling in 4-H for the first time.  Click here for 4-H enrollment forms.
  • Registration includes 4-H membership (financial assistance is available for the $35 4-H Enrollment Fee) with 4-H memberhip comes the opportunity to participate in 4-H activities including fair, camps, trips, project meetings, citizenship activities, volunteer opportunities and much more
January 26, 2013 ~ Winter Survival
Don Williams 10:00 am—Noon
Dress Warm!  We will learn winter survival gear and skills such as making a snow shelter and starting a fire. 
 
February 16, 2013 ~  Scuba Diving
YMCA Pool  2:30 - 4:30 pm
The ISU Scuba Club will teach us about Scuba Diving and snorkeling. Bring a swim Suit. RSVP is required to attend.
 
March 9, 2013 ~  Weather
Iowa Arboretum 10:00 am—Noon
We will learn how to forecast weather, how a storm forms and make a swing anemometer.
 
April 13, 2013 ~ Frogs & Toads
Ledges State Park - Lost Lake 6:00 - 8:00 pm
We will be getting dirty learning how to catch and identify frogs and toads.  Wear clothes that can get dirty. 
 
May 11, 2013 ~  Campfire Cooking & Night Hike
Swede Point Park 7:00 - 9:00 pm
We will experience the night like animals do and make a tasty Dutch Oven Treat.  Special Camping rates for families who would like to camp. 
 
June 8, 2013 ~ Canoeing & Picnic
Don Williams,  10:00 am—1:00 pm
We will practice our canoeing skills, learn rescue safety skills and enjoy a family picnic. 

· Club Leaders: Emily Klein, Boone County Naturalist, Amy Chumbley and Natalie Hedlund, Boone County 4-H Volunteers

· More details on directions, what to bring, etc. will be sent to registered members before each session.

· Many activities will be outside.  Always dress appropriately for the weather that day.

· Listen to KWBG 1590 for cancellations due to severe weather. 

For more information, contact:

Boone County ISU Extension & Outreach, 603 Story Street, Boone IA 50036 (Located under the Dutch Oven Bakery)

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/boone

(515) 432-3882

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