4-H Network News To Produce Podcasts, Video Blogs, Moblogs from Puyallup Washington 4-H State Fair September 8-24
Jefferson County 4-H Club to Conduct How To Podcast Production Workshops for 4-H Members and the Media
PUYALLUP, WA (September 5, 2006) 4-H Network News, a youth-run multimedia 4-H club based in Jefferson County, Washington, will be producing regular podcasts, video blogs and moblogs on-site from the Puyallup Washington State Fair, September 8-24. The club will also be conducting hands on How To Produce and Publish Online TV and Radio Shows workshops in their 4-H In Action booth for all Washington State 4-Hers who want to learn the process. A schedule and more information is posted on the 4-H Network News blog: http://4-hnews.blogspot.comThe video and audio 4-H State Fair reports will be available to the media to use in their electronic coverage (Radio, TV, Web) of the country's sixth largest fair.
The online digital news reports will feature: 4-H Alumni, Blue Ribbon Winners, Fair Vendors and Attendees, 4-H Award Winning Presentations, Interviews with State Fair Organizers, competitions and more.
The nationally recognized youth news club is eager to get back into action after honing their journalistic skills during the Jefferson County Fair last month. The production crew produced an hour and a half of audio podcasts, over 150 digital photos and 60 minutes of video reports. The material can be seen and heard at the 4-H Network News Special Report Blog: http://4hnews-sr.blogspot.com
Pamela Roberts, 4-H Coordinator in Jefferson County, shared, "It is exciting to see youth taking leadership in technology to feature the achievements of 4-H members from across Washington State. As they film, photograph and interview our highest performing 4-Hers at the State Fair, these young people also learn technology and communication skills that will prepare them for their future careers."
"The life skills these youth are developing will not only benefit them, but their families and communities," states Pat BoyEs, Washington State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Director. "The Washington State 4-H Fair is truly the showcase for the personal achievements of individual youth and also for the breadth and depth of the opportunities available to young people through 4-H."
Puyallup Fair
The Puyallup Fair first started in 1900. This Pacific Northwest tradition features top name entertainment, the PRCA Rodeo, rides, exhibits, food, flowers, and animals. For further information about the Sept. 8-24, 2006 Puyallup Fair: http://www.thefair.com
Washington State 4-H Fair
For the over three thousand 4-H youth who take part annually in the Washington State 4-H Fair it's an opportunity to showcase their knowledge and abilities and compete in a wide range of activities. From the traditional to the unusual, 4-Hers bring their many talents as they exhibit photography, provide robotics demonstrations or create edible delights. The Western Washington Fair is the host and long-time contributor to the Washington State 4-H Fair. http://4h.wsu.edu/statefair/
For more information about 4-H Network News, contact:
Pamela Roberts & Jack Olmsted
4-H Network News
360/379-5610 X207
4hnews@gmail.com
http://4-hnews.blogspot.com
Your donations help defray costs associated with off site club experiences.
Paul Blakeman, general manager, along with the staff of Courtesy Ford in Port Townsend, acquired the truck to fit the western theme for the Jefferson County Fair, "Kick up Your Heels." Paul explained his feelings about the donation, "The kids are our future. We try to be involved with our community and give back as much as we can to help ensure the future for the next generation."
