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Summer 2008 - 4-H Environmental Expedition to Puerto Rico
June 1st – June 7th or 8th
Application to Participate Due: March 24th
Announcement of Participants: March 28th
Cost: $800
1st Non-refundable Deposit - $300 Due April 14th
2nd Non-refundable Deposit - $250 Due May 1st
3rd Non-refundable Deposit - $250 Due May 15th
Objectives
Have the benefit of an international experience and learn about Latin American culture, without technically leaving the U.S.
Engage our peers in a meaningful dialogue on 4-H youth development and Citizenship Programs Learn about the lifestyles of youth in other cultures
Learn about environmental sciences through exploration of a variety of tropical ecosystems
This exciting opportunity has come about as a result of discussions with the State 4-H Leader in Puerto Rico .
In an effort to provide 4-H youth with a truly “international experience” without technically leaving the U.S., we are planning a trip to the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, which is a U.S. territory.
Cost
The cost of the trip will be approximately $800, which will include airfare from Atlanta to San Juan and back, ground transportation, meals, lodging and activity fees.
We hope that this will be the first part of a two year state to state exchange with Puerto Rico 4-H. Participants would not be expected to host visiting 4-H'ers in their homes but we would ask that they be willing to participate in activities scheduled during the Puerto Rican delegations visit.
How to Apply
We are seeking a maximum of sixteen 4-H'ers.
Interested 4-H'ers must fill out an application. Click here to download application.
Signed applications should be returned to Jeff Buckley at the State 4-H Office by the above deadline.
The application process will favor youth who have been active and engaged in 4-H activities and express an interest in environmental and cultural learning.
This will be a physically demanding trip, requiring youth to live and travel in close quarters. Participants should be able to handle unfamiliar situations and rustic conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.
Adult Chaperones
We are seeking one to two adult, female chaperones.
We have not worked out funding details for adult chaperones.
Interested agents should email me the following information:
1. Why you would like to go.
2. What skills and knowledge bases you possess that would make you a valuable team member.
3.How would you use the knowledge you will gain from this trip to enhance your programs.
Please contact me with any questions.
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