Nissen Honored at Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame

Columbia, MO - Making the best better for generations of Missouri 4-H’ers, Ron Nissen of Bates County joined the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, held August 17 at State Fair Community College.

According to 4-H Youth Specialist Alan J. Mundey, Ron Nissen has been an active 4-H volunteer for more than 25 years, from the time his oldest son joined 4-H until now, when his son has children of his own. Ron has served his 4-H club as a project leader, and his community as a Bates County Fair Board member.

Ron’s tireless efforts to organize and build the Cured Meats project helped many children across the county to become interested in this ancient craft. Ron is the epitome of the excellent volunteer---dedicated, kind, interested in the welfare of children, and willing to serve in any capacity.

The Missouri 4-H Foundation recognizes individuals who have created a legacy of service to 4-H by honoring them with membership in the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame.

“These leaders have made exceptional contributions to the lives of Missouri 4-H members,” said Missouri 4-H Foundation Executive Director Cheryl Reams.

Hall of Fame inductees from 40 counties established a legacy totaling 1,465 years of service to 4‑H. Family members and friends attended the seventh annual event.

Celebrating more than 60 years of service to 4-H youth, the Missouri 4-H Foundation was established to secure and manage funds for the state Missouri 4-H youth development program.

Enrollment Period for 4-H Youth Program Underway

BUTLER, MO – Open enrollment for 4-H clubs in west central Missouri is underway now and runs to November 1, 2013.

As the largest out-of-school youth organization in the world, 4-H is open to all boys and girls, ages 5 to18. Children who are five to seven years old (as of Jan.1, 2014) are eligible for 4-H Clover Kids, an introductory program.

Youths who are 8 to 18 years of age (as of Jan.1, 2014) can select from a variety of 4-H projects and activities that stress social and life skills in areas such as decision making, communication, social interaction, civic responsibility and physical skills.

“You do not have to live on a farm to join 4-H,” said Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Development Specialist with University of Missouri Extension. “Project opportunities include computers, robotics, foods and nutrition, horticulture, large and small animals and much more.”

Missouri 4-H is University of Missouri Extension's youth development program. The program is designed to help create opportunities for young people to be valued, contributing members of their community.

To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online Click Hereor visit the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center.

For information on enrolling with an existing club, becoming a volunteer or starting a new 4-H club in Bates County, contact Alan J. Mundey, 4-H Youth Specialist, phone: 660-679-4167, email: mundeya@missouri.edu