Local club promotes agriculture and photography to youth

From Page 16 emphasis on developing key life skills in young people, including communication and public speaking abilities. Club members participate in a communication event every March, where they must present a speech or demonstration on their project area. She said the practice has positive impacts on young people’s memorization skills, stage presence, and word projection. No matter the topic, foundational skills are being built.

“We have so many youth that come from agricultural families, and it gives them an opportunity to ‘learn to do by doing,’within agriculture,” noted

Martindale.

“The other nice thing about our program is that we are not just kids who were raised in agriculture, we also have nonagricultural projects. Kids who live in town can still participate, and are still actively engaged in our club. It’s a nice way to kind of bring everyone together.”

Moving forward, 4-H in the Nicola Valley looks to invite more members to join its ranks, and promote the importance of agriculture in Merritt and the surrounding area. For more information on the club, email gh4hclub@ gmail.com, or visit www.facebook.com/ GrasslandHomesteaders4HClub/.

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The City of Merritt, Mayor and Council are proud of our local agricultural community and support enhancing local food security