Lincoln County 4-H Wonders of Washington

April B. Dillon, Extension Agent
4-H & Youth Development


Thirty Lincoln County 4-H members, volunteers and staff participated in a Wonders of Washington Program August 4-7. The program was led by National 4-H Center staff. While in Washington DC, participants learned about their citizenship and history by touring the memorials, Capitol, White House, national archives and visiting the Smithsonian Institutes.



A special highlight of the trip was meeting with Congressman Patrick McHenry. Participants had a “once in a life time” experience of sitting on the House Floor, normally occupied by members of Congress, during a continued debate on energy legislation by the House Republicans. Although the House had been adjourned on August 1, 4-H’ers were able to listen to Patrick McHenry and other legislators during this continued debate on energy legislation.



Citizenship and civic education is a major part of the 4-H Youth Development Program. If you would like information on how your child can participate in the 4-H Program, please contact the 4-H office, NC Cooperative Extension, Lincoln County at 704-736-8458.