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Thursday
Jan052006

Youth Connections

Ken Duft was the motivational speaker for Youth Camp 2005. He gave a poignant account of his difficult childhood and how he overcame many challenges to get to the successful and rewarding life he has today. Ken is a Washington State University professor and extension economist and also an accomplished rider and horse show judge. He and his horse “Bob” are well known to the Palouse show community, where Ken makes an effort to mentor youth riders whenever he has opportunity.Following is a motivational letter written by camper K.T. McMurray (11), persuading her school principal to invite Ken to speak at Lincoln Middle School.

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Thursday
Jan062005

Youth Connections

Hi, my name is K.T. McMurray. I’m 10 and live in Pullman, Washington. I’m a member of Wheatland Gallopers 4-H Club and have gone to youth camp for two years. Blaze, my horse, is a 25-year old Morgan/Welsh cross. I’ve had him for two and a half years. I use Blaze for trail, show and 4-H. My favorite thing to do with Blaze is trail ride, because Blaze and I both love to do it!Here’s a story I’ll share about youth camp.

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Wednesday
Jan052005

The Youth Camp Experience

Youth camp is one of the most successful and enjoyable programs put on by Marcia Moore and Davalee Minden. Compared to other 4-H clinics and youth oriented events, I feel this camp is perhaps the most unique because of its balance between groundwork practice, riding instruction, leadership building and fun activities. Here’s our testimony to what you can expect if you attend this outstanding camp scheduled for July 12-14, 2005:

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