Plants and animals are valuable to us in so many ways. The first step to sustainable natural resources management and active conservation world is to learn about the life around us. In this program members will learn to appreciate the natural environment. Most members will choose to study one of several areas. They might choose birds, game animals, reptiles, or other areas of interest.
Members can learn about nearly any phase of a number of species of animals.
The extent they pursue any activity in this project will be limited only by the imagination of their project leaders. At present, the materials recommended for 4-H youth are geared toward a broad knowledge of common species found in Maryland, and on the annual Wildlife Habitat Judging Contest. This material is most suitable for Intermediates and Seniors. At present, Maryland 4-H is treating participation in the Contest as the completion of a project. This material should be selected by November 1, 1998.