No matter your interest, there is a place for you in 4-H. That is especially the case for McKelbey Bugner who takes part in the visual art project area of 4-H.
“I think one of the common things with 4-H is that a lot of people think that it is just about animals. I do a lot of art,” said McKelbey, “so if you are an artist, join 4-H! You can get your art judged by other artists and they will tell you critiques, or what you are doing good already.”
McKelby, a high school senior, has been a member of 4-H since she was eight years old and credits 4-H for teaching her valuable skills such as public speaking and leadership. She currently serves her club, Back Country Braves 4-H club, as the treasurer.
The Back Country Braves 4-H Club is a small 4-H Club based in Warren County, explained club leader Marty Bugner.
“We do community projects- collecting pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House, we did the Camber of Commerce Farmers Market to sell the beverages they do for free-will donations on Friday nights,” said Marty. “All our members have done State Fair exhibits. A lot of our past members have done animals, dog training, cats, goat, sheep, pigs, and beef”
The Back Country Braves 4-H Club meets on the second Saturday of each month.
