4-H Teen Advocate for Healthy Living

Are you interested in nutrition, fitness, cooking, and overall healthy living? This is a great opportunity to share your interests!
We're looking for Healthy Living Advocates! You must be at least 14 and complete 9th grade by the end of the 2017 school year. Training will be provided to advocates in the following areas:

  • Healthy living strategies
  • Basic nutrition
  • Cooking
  • Shopping
  • Food Safety
You will promote healthy living in your community, set up a service learning project, and gain leadership skills and experience working with younger youth. Two advocates will be selected to attend the National Youth Summit on Healthy Living. To learn more call 287-5900.

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