Washington Count 4-H Clover Kids in sheep mentoring program

Washington County Clover Kid third graders had their time in the show ring on Tuesday. For the twelfth year, Washington County 4-H Clover Kids had the opportunity to learn more about the sheep project through a special mentoring program which then gives them their very own County Fair Sheep Class.

Interested third grade Clover Kids were paired with older 4-H sheep project members. The Clover Kids and mentors met two to three times prior to the Washington County Fair. These meetings allowed the 4-H mentor to teach the Clover Kid about sheep and how to show. Many of the Clover Kids learned about feeding and showmanship. Some even helped with shearing sheep for the fair!

During the Washington County Fair sheep show, the Clover Kids had the opportunity to show one of their mentor?s lambs. The partnership of the Clover Kids and the 4-H mentors has resulted in a renewed excitement of the sheep project, new friendships, and a wealth of learning.

4-H Clover Kids are youth in grades kindergarten through third grade. For more information about Clover Kids and 4-H, please contact the Washington County Extension Office, 319/653-4811, or check the web at www.extension.iastate.edu/washington.