Not cool HSUS, 4-H is important to me!

my first bucket calf project

Recently HSUS held a campaign at the National 4-H Conference, where they handed out pamphlets and hosted a workshop (read about it here). This frustrates me; 4-H is one of the organizations that encouraged me in the beef industry. This hits too close to home.

As a young girl I was afraid to show big calves, so I began my 4-H showing bucket calves. I was completely responsible for that calf, and I learned about keeping records, and even gained interview experience through the contest. In later years as I began showing Angus Breeding Heifers, I learned even more about the beef industry. It was through 4-H that I first received Beef Quality Assurance training. Caring for livestock is an integral part of any 4-H project. Through 4-H I have met some of my closest friends, and learned to take pride in my hard work regardless of the placing I receive.

HSUS, 4-H is the wrong venue for your propaganda. Too many knowledgeable members and alumni know the truth about your ultimate goal. After all, 4-H is about learning and discovering, and I hope the organization takes their own advice and does some research for themselves. Humanewatch is a great place to start!

'till the cows come home

Ellie