NORTH NORWICH – The Chenango County 4-H Program kicked off National 4-H week in style by celebrating their 2009-2010 4-H year with a 4-H Achievement Day held on Oct. 3 at Galena Park in North Norwich. The afternoon consisted of a potluck style meal, an awards program and a youth activity led by Rebecca Hargrave, Horticulture & Natural Resources Educator. Congratulations to the following 4-H members, leaders and volunteers on their accomplishments during the past year.

Club Secretaries – Blue ribbons

Micaela Brandt, Emma Ives, Peter Robinson, Nathan Turrell

Jr. Champion Award – Top members ages 9-12

Nathan Turrell

Jacob Brandt

Julie K. Blanchard Jr. Achievement Award – High score on the Jr. Champion Award Score Sheet

Emma Ives

Sr. Champion Awards – Top members ages 13-18

Megan Brandt

Justin Wade

Alt. – Courtney Lewis

Norman L. Cooley Award for Master Showman in Poultry

Logan Stoltman

June B. Cooley Award for Best in Clothing Revue

Courtney Lewis

Top Promotional Club

Hidden Ponds Horse Lovers

Al & Thelma Evan Top County Fair Club Award

Guilford Carry-On Club

Charles & Palma Goodwin Top Community Service Club

Hidden Ponds Horse Lovers