Travel

Citizenship Washington Focus 2022

For Youth ages 14 and older. CWF 2022 was held June 11-17. For 2023 dates check back in spring os 2023.

For more information please view the Citizenship Washington Focus website.

Leadership Washington Focus 2022

2022 LWF has been cancelled this year. For more information please view the Leadership Washington Focus website. Please check back in fall of 2022 for more information on LWF 2023.

National 4-H Congress

2022 Application Process:

Youth ages 15 and older are invited to be part of the 2022 Wyoming 4-H National Congress delegation. National 4-H Congress dates are November 25-29, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. An educational experience designed to make an impact. Join us to expand your skills, engage with other 4-H members, and be inspired to make an impact in your club, community, country, and world. Applications due by Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Event registration per delegate is $565.

Adults who are interested in chaperoning please email rtroudt@uwyo.edu. Adult chaperones will be selected by the Wyoming State 4-H Office.

For more information, visit the National 4-H Congress website.

National 4-H Conference 2022

The 2022 National 4-H Conference was held March 19-24. For 2023 dates check back in spring 2023.This is the US Secretary of Agriculture's premiere youth development opportunity. Young people assist in the development recommendations to help 4-H Youth Development programs nationally and in their communities. All Wyoming 4-H members age 15 and older are eligible to apply. Participants are chosen using an application and interview process.

For more information, visit the National 4-H Conference website.

Western National Roundup

Each year Wyoming 4-H members qualify through various competitions to attend the Western National Roundup in Denver, Colorado. This is an opportunity to travel, meet youth from other states, compete outside of Wyoming, and have fun.

Results

2021 (Janualry 2022)
2020 (January 2021) - Cancelled
2019 (January 2020) - Cancelled
2018 (January 2019)
2017 (January 2018)
2016 (January 2017)
2015 (January 2016)
2014 (January 2015)
2013 (January 2014)
2012 (January 2013)

International

Got the Travel Bug? Check out Exploring 4-H Around the World.

Come explore the world with us!  You can experience the rich history and culture of other countries. The International 4-H Exchange Programs are designed to advance cultural understanding, prepare youth leaders to become responsible citizens, spark an interest in learning about foreign cultures, and develop a cadre of Americans with cultural understanding who can advance international dialogue and compete effectively in our global society.

Current members of the Wyoming 4-H program (14-19 years of age) are eligible to participate. Members must have an interest in traveling internationally, learning about different cultures, and living with a host family.

The cost of the trips vary by location. To explore the current international travel opportunities, check out this flier! A $500 deposit will be required upon selection, the remaining balance can be made in monthly payments.

There will be some additional out-of-pocket expenses for participants which include: passport & passport photos, immunization fees (if required), transportation to and from outbound/inbound airport, spending money for souvenirs, some in-country site seeing excursions, and a modest host family gift.

Students will be selected on the following criteria:

·         Personal leadership skills
·         Social skills - Openness and flexibility
·         Interest in learning about cultural differences and global issues

Exploring 4-H Around the World: Wyoming 4-H Exchange Programs are sponsored by the University of Wyoming 4-H Youth Development Program, and the Wyoming State 4-H Foundation. Contact Warren Crawford, crawford@uwyo.edu, for more information.

Wyoming 4-H and You!