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NEWS RELEASE (CNS738) -->> AGRICULTURE/MARKETING--NATIONAL 4-H WEEK AGRICULTURE/MARKETING--NATIONAL 4-H WEEK ----------------------------------------------------------------- Agriculture and Marketing Minister Guy Brown has announced that National 4-H Week will be celebrated Nov. 4-10. The 4-H movement has been bringing leadership and development programs to Nova Scotia's rural young people for 75 years. The first 4-H seeds were sown in 1922 in Heatherton, Antigonish County, with a Boys' and Girls' Club. This 4-H club was an Ayrshire heifer and swine club of 14 members. Since its beginnings the 4-H program has evolved to offer leadership development, public speaking and practical skills. Mr. Brown said 4-H promotes and encourages the growth and potential of Canada's "greatest resource - our youth, allowing them to learn new skills and make new friends." "The 4-H program promotes responsibility in youth so that they may be good citizens and continue to make a contribution to their club, community and country," he said. In Nova Scotia 3,000 young people and 1,000 adult leaders participate in club activities and 4-H projects. More than 40 projects, such as environment, livestock and crafts, promote skill development to 4-H members as they pursue the motto "Learn To Do By Doing." Beyond the club level, 4-H members have the opportunity to participate in 4-H provincial, national and international events. As well, they can apply for scholarships, award trips and exchanges. This year, National 4-H Week activities will celebrate 75 years of 4-H accomplishments in Nova Scotia. Tribute will be paid to the milestones achieved and the contributions made by 4-H members and leaders to agriculture, communities and rural Nova Scotia. -30- Contact: Cheryl Chandler 902-945-2999 trp Nov. 01, 1996 - 9:25 a.m.