Countless friendships were cemented, and new friendships made, as these video productions have traveled across the country . . . The Watson Trust, which had funded the Education Center in 1987, was again utilized in 1988 when the Trust approved a new 4-H Training Facility for its next project. The 60 foot by 180 foot building at the Cooper Farm includes an indoor arena, cattle stalls and a washing area - and it enable work with the animals all year round. Each year it has been made available for Douglas County 4-H activities, and for youth from other organizations, working in conjunction with the boys at the Home. In working with cattle, as in working with youth, every moment brings the potential of a lesson.
Every boy becomes a learner, every person a teacher, and every place a schoolroom.
It is important in showing cattle that it is not the animal which is important. The animal is simply a visual aid. It is what is happening to the youth that makes the difference. Very important words . . . Other changes were in process as well.