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Explore the key strategies and practices for successful 4-H community mapping projects. This guide covers data collection, analysis, and qualitative research methods, with case studies on wildlife trails, historical sites, horse trails, and storm shelters. Learn about forming partnerships and engaging with youth and other stakeholders for effective project management.
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Best Management Practices for 4-H Community Mapping Projects Jeff Sallee Ph. D. Oklahoma State University 4-H Youth Development jeff.sallee@okstate.edu
Best Management Practices for 4-H Community Mapping Projects • 4 ESRI Community Mapping Grants • A – Wildlife Hiking Trails • B – Historical Native American Sites • C – Horse Trails at a local lake • D – Community Storm Shelters
Best Management Practices for 4-H Community Mapping Projects • Data Collection and Analysis • Qualitative Research Methodology • Case Studies • Reports, Email, Phone Calls, Personal Communications and project visits • Anonymity
Partnerships are Important • Facilitator • Youth • Additional Adults • Teachers • Agency Personnel • Volunteers
Issues in Community Mapping Projects • Time • Youth Participation • Partnerships • Youth – Adult Partnerships
Best Management Practices • Allow Adequate Time • Youth Participation (YAP) • Form Quality Partnerships • Expertise • Funding • Involve Public • Educational Program • Evaluate