Morris County 4-H is excited to present Science Adventures, an interactive series inviting area youth to engage in scientific exploration this spring! Indoor and outdoor activities are an integral part of this series, which will take place over three consecutive Thursday evenings starting on May 24. The Science Adventures series will include investigations in carbon footprint calculation, the water cycle, and weather trends.
Rachel Lyons, Morris Country 4-H Agent, explains, “Science is dynamic, so it’s a great fit for kids’ natural curiosity. 4-H uses a hands-on approach to help kids graps complex scientific ideas, hopefully inspiring enthusiasm for science in the process.” Technology will be an important part of this hands-on experience, with help from digital cameras, iPads and other fun tools in the field.
Lyons says, “In addition to building science skills, Science Adventures will reflect 4-H’s emphasis on community outreach.” Junior scientists will learn valuable lessons about the environment and climate change, and at the end of the program, they’ll help plan and carry out a community service project designed to educate others and improve the environment in the community.
Workshops will convene on May 24, May 31 and June 7 from 6:00-8:30 pm at the 4-H Office Meeting Room, which is located at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Morris County, Building 550, West Hanover Ave, Morristown. The program is open 4-H members and non-members in grades 4-8. Registration closes May 18th, and is available on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum of 20 participants. A program fee of $30 is required. To register and learn more, visit https://morris.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/.
Nationwide, nearly five million girls and boys participate in 4-H. In Morris County, 4-H serves over a thousand young people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. Projects and activities range from community service and leadership to animals, outdoor education, science and foods. Additionally, in Morris Country, more than 500 adults serve as volunteers.
The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Morris County, an educational outreach program of Rutgers University in partnership with federal and county governments and private sector support. Cooperative Extension programs are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or handicap.
For more information about 4-H Science Adventures, or the 4-H program in general, contact the county 4-H Office at 973-285-8300 X3. All kids, grades 1-13 (one year out of high school), are always welcome to join 4-H. In addition, the 4-H staff is ready to provide orientation and training for any adults interested in serving as 4-H volunteers.
