Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program - Provided by Wendy Scott, Extension Program Specialist 4-H

The Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program will equip youth with the knowledge and skills to become ambassadors for Texas AgriLife Extension Service, the Texas 4-H program and animal science as it relates to livestock projects.  The Short Course will be college level animal science curriculum.  It will take an in-depth look at sheep, goat, swine and cattle production in Texas and how it relates to the show ring.  

Upon conclusion of the short course, ambassadors will be required to log at least 20 hours of service annually helping novice 4-H members with their livestock projects and by educating fellow 4-H members on various livestock topics.  

The 2010 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Course will be held on the campus of Texas Tech University July 26th-28th.  The event is open to twenty-five youth, ages 14 and older.  Youth will be chosen through a competitive application process.

Click here to see a flyer with more information.

and Click here to download an application.

For more information contact Wendy Scott, in the District 2 Extension Office:  (806) 252-4630