4-H Events and Activities

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

East Region Livestock Mentor Training-May 18-19, 2012


The East Region Livestock Mentor Training will be held May 18-19, 2012 in Athens, TX.  The training begins Friday at 6:00 p.m. and will conclude approximately 7:00 p.m. Saturday.  The majority of the training will be at the Henderson County Regional Fair Park Complex, 3356 Hwy 31 E., Athens, TX  75751 (903) 670-3324.  Website www.hendersoncountyfairpark.com.
 
Registration for mentors will be $100.00, which includes three meals, break refreshments, training materials and fees.  Registration will open April 1 and close May 1 on 4-H Connect.  An agenda will also be posted on 4-H Connect.
 
A block of rooms has been reserved for Friday, May 18th at the Holiday Inn Express in Athens, which is very close to the Fairgrounds.  The room rate is $85.00 and is being held under “LMT” code.  Phone is (903) 675-2500 and the address is 1119 E. Tyler Street, Athens, TX  75751.  Reservations should be made prior to May 1, 2012.
 
Program presenters in beef, swine and sheep & goats are tops in the industry.  Speakers include the following:
 
Dr. Chris Boleman                            Mrs. Laura Huebinger                    Mr. Chuck Real
Dr. Jason Cleere                               Dr. Stanley Kelley                             Mr. Aaron Renfroe
Dr. Frank Craddock                          Mr. Tad Knight                                  Mr. Edward Schneider
Mr. Josh Elkins                                  Mr. Stefan Marchman                   Mr. Kyle Smith
Mr. David Groschke                        Mr. Kelton Mason
 
If you are interested in representing Kaufman County and working with the 4-H Livestock Projects please contact Carrie Sharp, 972-932-9069 to see how you can help make a difference.

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