4-H Network News, a youth-run multimedia afterschool club based at the Washington State University (WSU) Extension office in Jefferson County, Washington has video blogged the 2006 Capitol Christmas Tree. The youth news crew has covered the
cutting of the 65-foot Pacific Silver Fir in the Olympic National Forest, several dedication ceremonies, an interview
with Washington’s Governor at the state capitol and discussions with key individuals associated with the project.
One key video featured in the coverage is the speech given by Superintendent of Public Instruction,Terry Bergeson, at the state capitol during the presentation ceremonies (See Video Below).
4-H Network News activities help youth learn skills as reporters, camera operators, photographers, script writers, video editors, and community representatives. The 4-H website for the Capitol Christmas Tree
coverage is http://capitolchristmastree2006.blogspot.com.
For questions about the project call Pamela Roberts, 4-H coordinator, or Jack Olmsted, 4-H leader, at 360-379-5610.