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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Mike and Lana have been 4-H volunteers for 15 years. They began as parent volunteers for the Happy Go Lucky 4-H club and in 2001, became leaders of the Flying Hoofs 4-H horse club. They are often the superintendents of the Lancaster County Fair 4-H Western Horse show.
Lanna grew up in 4-H. She says, "I learned so much from my first leader, Mrs. Charles Wiechert. To this day, I love to sew and it's because of her I gained those skills. I like watching the 4-H youth grow in their knowledge and riding skills with their horses. By being a 4-H volunteer, I can give youth the opportunities and wonderful memories I had growing up. It's our way to give back and say thank you."
The Shraders have enjoying getting to know many other 4-H families. "Our three daughters have gained many new friends and valuable skills for their futures," says Lanna.
In addition to volunteering with 4-H, Mike and Lanna are high school sponsors for the youth group at their church.