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4-H Volunteer Ventures

This podcast examines the fun, but sometimes confusing, role of the 4-H volunteer. Each episode will explore a specific aspect or challenge volunteers face and offer best practices to improve the experience.

Podcast · By Kelly Dziak and Laura Bovitz · American English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
6
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Sep 16, 2026
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Jul 8, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 16, 2026

    Start with Goals in Mind (opens the original)

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    Welcome to the new 4-H year! Now is a great time to set goals and reconnect with the local 4-H office and fellow volunteers. In this episode, Amelia Valente walks us through some of the questions she asks 4-H club leaders at the start of the program year.

  2. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    4-H Skills to Career Success (opens the original)

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    In this episode, Ed Wengryn, shares how his experience in 4-H influenced his career path to become the Secretary of Agriculture for New Jersey. Find out which life skills he developed in 4-H and how they support his work.

  3. Episode · Aug 19, 2026

    Spotlight 4-H Graduate - Allison (opens the original)

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    In this episode, we talk with recent 4-H graduate, Allison, about her experience in the program. Learn how Allison created a youth STEM summer camp with the support from her 4-H community. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/dont-worry License code: 3FTUA9G3TRJL6KXK

  4. Episode · Aug 5, 2026

    Spotlight 4-H Alumna - Michelle (opens the original)

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    In this episode, 4-H alumna, Michelle, shares her perspective of the 4-H experience from member to club leader. We discuss how the experience evolves from youth member to adult volunteer, how to stay positive during stressful times, and witnessing youth succeed makes the hard work worthwhile.

  5. Episode · Jul 22, 2026

    Slow Down Tips (opens the original)

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    In this episode, we're sharing tips to help kids (and adults) calm themselves when feeling overwhelmed. We share some simple, yet effective, games and activities that help regulate breathing, calm minds, and refocus energy. Books shared in this episode include: Breathe Like a Bear by Kira Willey Healing Breath: A Guided Meditation Through Nature for Kids by William Meyer

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