Author Archives: davisjam
Highlighted Programs of the West
The Facilitation Coach 2016 National 4-H Volunteerism Team Award Nancy Shelstad, Nancy Melville and Tina Holmquist The Facilitation Coach volunteer concept was developed by an Idaho team of three, Nancy Shelstad Regional Youth Development Educator, Nancy Melville 4-H Youth Development … Continue reading
Regional Brunch Recap
Regional Recognition The Western Regional Brunch is the premier opportunity to celebrate all of the Regional Award Recipients. Jacki Baca, Western Region Recognition Chair, did an amazing job announcing the awardees. If you were unable to attend the brunch, please … Continue reading
Conference Prep
We are just over one week out from the 2016 NAE4-HA Conference! This past spring, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to visit our conference location while at the NAE4-HA Board Meeting in March. Below are a few items … Continue reading
A State Relations Conference Call in Real Life
As Extension Educators, we rely on conference calls to stay informed, keep projects moving forward and for professional development opportunities at a distance. As someone who lives in the middle of nowhere (literally – check out Lakeview, Oregon on a … Continue reading
They Get My Life!
Over the last year the NAEA4-HA Board has been working to gather feedback from the NAE4-HA membership to develop a strategic plan and vision for our association. At the JCEP meeting this February, members were posed with the question, “What’s … Continue reading
Hotel Reservation
The hotel room reservation system is now open! Make your reservation soon to ensure you secure a room at the conference hotel. “Before you make your room reservations please make sure you have all your roommates secured and ONLY MAKE … Continue reading
Sharing is Caring!
Check out the Spring State Relations Update video for highlights from the Spring Board Meeting, 2016 NAEA4-HA National Conference and what I have been up to as your Western Region Communication Director. It’s short and sweet at 5 minutes long … Continue reading
Oregon Association Meeting
Last week was our annual 4-H and FCH (Family Community Heath) Spring Conference. As a state association, we typically hold two “in person” business meetings – once during our Spring Conference and another time during a Fall/Winter “all Extension” conference. … Continue reading
Strategic Planning
During our Western Region breakout meetings at JCEP, a large portion of our time was spent on gathering feedback to assist with framing the next step of the NAE4-HA strategic planning process at the Spring Board Meeting. Check out the … Continue reading
Tri State Conference
Our Washington colleagues are hosting a Tri State 4-H Professionals Conference April 20th-22nd in Spokane, WA. However, don’t let the title “Tri State” fool you – this conference is open to all 4-H professionals in the West. In 2014, I … Continue reading
