BROOKINGS South Dakota State University Extensions 4-H program will host its fifth annual 4-H Capitol Day on Jan. 22 in Pierre.
Held in conjunction with Brookings and SDSU days at the Capitol, the event provides educational legislative experiences for 4-H members and the opportunity to meet 4-H supporters from across the state.
It is free and open to all 4-H members and supporters. Registration is required by Jan. 5. To register, visit sdstate.edu/events and search Capitol.
The day’s activities will include viewing House and Senate sessions, legislative committee hearings and caucus meetings; tours of the Capitol building; a scavenger hunt; and an SDSU ice cream social. Attendees are encouraged to wear 4-H colors and swag. A detailed schedule will be provided after registration closes.
For more information, contact your county 4-H office or Hilary Kroupa, SDSU Extension program manager and regional youth educator, at [email protected] or 605-688-4167.
The SDSU Extension 4-H program provides a comprehensive approach to civic education to empower young people to be well-informed, actively engaged citizens. 4-H Capitol Day is one of three key programs and resources toward this goal, along with the 4-H Legislature and the 4-H Civocacy Guide. To learn more, go here.
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