Encouraging a ‘Revolution of Responsibility’

By Danielle Frost

April 10, 2012 12:00 am

Life

Kiara holds Tina, one of her sheep, at the family home in Washougal. She is raising the animals for 4-H and will show them at the Skamania County Fair this summer.

Kiara Cross has won several awards for her sheep at the Skamania County Fair. She is a member of the Silver Star Stockmen 4-H Club.

Kiara spends time with her sheep, Nina. She has raised her from infancy, and won several awards with her at the Skamania County Fair last summer.

Washougal resident and avid 4-H volunteer Jeff Cross explains how to show sheep in county fairs and other events. He was joined by his daughter, Kiara. The event raised money for area 4-H clubs.

Mention the term “4-H” to most people, and an image of kids in rural farming communities raising livestock typically comes to mind.But 4-H is much more. While raising animals continues to be a core function, local leaders are also encouraging young participants to give back to the community by doing outreach and service projects.

The Silver Star Stockmen 4-H group in Washougal mainly focuses on large animals for market and breed projects, but has also branched out into community service projects.

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