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LYNN COUNTY 4-H
WHAT IS A WATER AMBASSADOR?
The Texas 4-H Water Ambassadors Program was formed in 2017 to educate youth about water resources in Texas. Every spring, up to 30 high school youth are selected to participate in a summer 4-H2O Leadership Academy (tour). Students travel throughout Texas to learn how water is collected, conveyed, treated, conserved, and managed to meet the needs of our economy and citizenry.
To reinforce knowledge gained during the academy, water ambassadors pass on that information to others as they engage in various education and service activities throughout the year. This program also provides a platform for youth to connect with water industry professionals and educators who represent a wide range of water disciplines.
APPLICATION
Click here for the application.
You must also submit two letters of recommendation. See page 4 of the Application Instructions for requirements of the recommendation letters.
The application includes 4 short essay questions. Essay questions are provided in the Application Instructions document.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2025 AT 11:59 PM.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Saturday, March 15, 2025 -- Applications open
Thursday, May 1, 2025 -- DUE: Applications, 11:59 PM
Saturday, May 10, 2025 -- Applicants are notified of acceptance status
Sunday, June 1, 2025 -- $300 participation fee is due
June 8-14, 2025 -- Tier I 4H2O Leadership Academy (required if selected)
GENERAL INFORMATION
ELIGIBILITY
14 years of age or older by September 1, 2025
Entering the 9-12th grades for the 2025-26 school year
Be a current 4-H member, or be willing to join if selected
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EXPECTATIONS
Commit to a minimum of 40 hours of service over a 12-month period following the Leadership Academy
Participate in the summer Tier I 4-H2O Leadership Academy
Ways to earn service hours include but aren't limited to delivering water education, assisting local water utilities, water conservation districts, and county extension agents in water outreach activities, continuing education opportunities, and completing monthly assignments
Must complete all monthly assignments
Make a good faith effort to attend Spring/Fall retreats and participate in monthly Zoom seminars.
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FEES
Program fees are $300 per ambassador and are due on June 1, 2025.
Due to the generosity of the High Plains Water District, Lynn County 4-H'ers who are selected to be a Texas 4-H Water Ambassador will have their program fees covered.
FOR MORE INFORMATION...
Sierra Stephens, Lynn CEA-Ag & Natural Resources
sierra.stephens@ag.tamu.edu
806.561.4562
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