1. National 4-H Congress & Conference
Join the Fun & Gain Leadership Skills for a Lifetime

2. National 4-H Conference
Where: The National 4-H Center, Chevy Chase, MD (Close to Washington, D.C.)
When: April
Working conference in which youth & adults assist in guiding 4-H Youth development programs nationally and in their communities
Brings together youth, volunteer leaders and Extension staff from across the US & Canada

3. Why Attend Nat’l 4-H Conference?
Learn about 4-H in other states & Canada
Help guide future direction of 4-H
Visit ND Senators & Representative on Capitol Hill
Build leadership skills in professional workshops
Gather new ideas to apply back home
Visit our Nation’s Capitol
Make new friends and have fun!!!!!!!

4. National 4-H Congress Where: Atlanta, GA When: November/December
Flagship event of the 4-H program
Provides 4-Hers with high-quality educational & cross-cultural experience
Focuses on issues and trends in cultural diversity, group dynamics, community service & agriculture
Designed to address needs of youth while developing capable competent & caring citizens

5. Why Attend National 4-H Congress
Listen to dynamic, nationally recognized speakers & entertainers
Fun and exciting recreational & networking opportunities
Learn to be a better leader
Go sightseeing
Make new friends with 1, Hers attending
Plus much, much more!!!

6. How Do You Apply Must be 14-18 on January 1 of current year
Fill out ND 4-H Youth Delegate Application for Out of State Opportunities (4 page application)
Application deadline Aug 1 of every year