Heart of 4-H Award Winner: Chris Scow

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Lancaster County 4-H presents a Heart of 4-H Award to a Lancaster County 4-H volunteer each month in recognition of outstanding volunteer serice. The purpose of this award is to recognize volunteers who are, indeed, the heart of 4-H.

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May 2007
Chris Scow
Chris Scow holding balloons and a certificate
Chris Scow

Seven years ago, Chris started as a parent volunteer for his daughters' club, Boot Scootin' 4-Hers (his wife Tracy and her sister Lisa Preston are leaders of the club). Four years ago, Chris became a member of 4-H Council and has served on the scholarship and food booth committees. As current 4-H Council president, Chris represents 4-H on the Lancaster County Extension Board. He is also active on the Horse VIPS Committee. Chris and his wife Tracy have helped extensively with the 4-H Miniature Horse Show at the Lancaster County Fair.

"I like being a 4-H volunteer because of the positive influence you can have on the lives of our youth through this program," says Chris. "My favorite experience as a 4-H volunteer was helping and observing some of our youngest members as they work on and take pride in their projects. Then, on the other end of the spectrum, watching our seniors exhibit the confidence and poise they have gained through their 4-H years. It's easy to observe the value this program offers."

In addition to volunteering for 4-H, Chris coaches YMCA Spirit Soccer and Softball, and is active at his church. He is past president of the Nebraska Agribusiness Club.