4-H Senior Feature: Carsen Mellinger

Washington County 4-H seeks to honor its senior members making a difference in their community. This week, the spotlight shines on Carsen Mellinger.

Carsen Mellinger

Hometown: Riverside, IA

Parents: Chad and Beth Mellinger

School: Highland High School

4-H Club: Horse and Pony Club

Projects: Equine and Photography

4-H Activities: Showing at County Fair and State Fair. Club Photographer 2021 and Club Secretary 2022.

Special 4-H memory/highlight:

Every wash-rack water fight at the county fair.

What you learned in 4-H, or why others should join 4-H:

It’s never too late to join this organization if you’re interested in joining- do it. 4-H has allowed me to pursue the activities that I love surrounded by close friends and family.

Other Activities: FFA, National Honors Society, Student Council, Volleyball, Dance Team, and Soccer.

Future plans: I plan to attend the University of Iowa to study Dentistry and Sociology.