Adams County 4-H Teen Senate members were invited to attend the Adams County Farm
Bureau’s spring meeting on Thursday, March 26, at The Barn Resort. Eight 4-H members
attended where they heard from guest speakers PA state representatives Catherine Wallen
and Dan Moul, and staff from Plainville Farms. Each speaker shared the importance of
agriculture and the roles they play in the industry.
Alexis Lansford, 4-H Educator, shared that the 2025-2026 Adams County 4-H program
comprises of 238 registered 4-H members ages of 5-18, 50 volunteers, and 17 active 4-H
clubs including community, special interest, animal science, and shooting sports.
4-H Teen Senate members shared about their 4-H experience, including the positive impact
4-H has had in gaining new friendships, learning new skills, and experiencing new
opportunities. Adams County 4-H Goat Club member, Abigail Stallsmith shared her
experience about getting the opportunity to attend the Adams County Farm Bureau
meeting- “Recently, I went to the Adams County Farm Bureau dinner as a member of the 4-
H Teen Senate. I just wanted to say thank you for letting me have the opportunity to go to
this activity. I really enjoyed having the chance to speak in front of people to share my
experiences about 4-H. Participating in 4-H is becoming a very important part of my life and
I liked being able to tell people about it. It was also very helpful to meet other people and to
speak in front of an audience I didn’t know. My experience at the Farm Bureau dinner was a
great one.”
“Make the Best Better” is not just a motto to the Adams County 4-H program, it’s a
commitment to helping young people grow into confident, capable leaders through
meaningful experiences and opportunities. We believe that growth happens when young
people are given the chance to learn by doing. Adams County 4-H is proud to be able to
offer a wide variety of programs that allow members to develop life skills such as
responsibility, teamwork, communication, and problem solving.
As we continue to “Make the Best Better”, we strive to provide experiences that inspire
growth, spark curiosity, and open doors to new possibilities for every 4-H member. We
greatly appreciate the Adams County Farm Bureau for offering this opportunity and for
continued community support.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about Adams County 4-H, we
welcome you to join us! Youth can become 4-H members and explore a wide range of
projects and activities, while adults can make a meaningful impact by volunteering as
leaders, mentors, or supporters. No matter your experience level, there is a place for you in
4-H. To learn more about how to get involved, please contact the Adams County Penn State
Extension office at 717-334-6271 or adamsext@psu.edu
Administered in Pennsylvania by Penn State Extension, 4-H is a non-formal educational
youth-development program of the United States Department of Agriculture that helps
young people develop knowledge and skills to become capable, caring and contributing
citizens. To find your local program, visit the Penn State Extension website at
https://extension.psu.edu/programs/4-h.