The Clayton County Extension Council appoints 9 adults and 3 youth to serve on the Youth &   4-H Committee. The purpose of the committee is to support and advise 4-H staff, volunteers, 4-H members and 4-H families in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help youth grow and reach their full potential; to serve as a liaison between the Clayton County Extension Office, 4-H’ers, their parents and other volunteers regarding the 4-H club programs and activities; to set policies as deemed necessary to promote, enhance and regulate the 4-H program in Clayton County; and to establish the rules and regulations of the 4-H & FFA program for the local county fair.  The County Extension Education Director, Area Youth Field Specialist, and County Youth Coordinator serve as advisors for this committee. The committee usually meets 4-5 times per year.

Committee Members

Joe Connor, Farmersburg (09)

Jenni Donlon, Elkader (10)

Ann Gibney, Elkader (09)

MaryAnn Gibney, Elkader (10) (Youth Rep)

Matt Gaul, Strawberry Point (09)

Trent Moeller, Strawberry Point (10) (Youth Rep)

Linda Orr, Elkader (09)

Greg Schulte, Edgewood (10)

Adam Sperfslage, Edgewood (10) (Youth Rep)

Nathan Weber, Strawberry Point (10)

Jean Whittle, Volga (Extension Council Rep)

Linda Zuercher, Postville (10)