| Each year, Michigan State University (MSU) offers a program called "Exploration Days" to 4-H youth ages 11-19. The program is held in June on Michigan State's East Lansing Campus. Members stay in the college dorms from Wednesday to Friday. |
| At Exploration Days, regional State award nominees gather to finalize the selection of State 4-H Award winners. Each nominee meets with an interview panel on Wednesday afternoon. Then, on Thursday morning, they meet to rehearse the awards ceremony. On Thursday evening, nominees dress formally for a reception and state awards ceremony at the Wharton Center. |
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| In addition to State Awards, 4-H members participate in a variety of fascinating workshops. Choices range from showing livestock, to making ice cream, to making a skirt. Also while on campus, members have the opportunity to explore Michigan State's gardens, planetarium, ice cream shop, book store, sports centers, dormitories, swimming pool, and union hall. |
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| As a result of a generous donation by the Van Buren County Leader's Association, 4-H members attended the MSU program at fraction of the full cost to attend. |
