BROOKINGS, S.D. — Megan Kludt recently joined SDSU Extension to serve along with Katherine Linnemanstons Jaeger as one of two SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Program Advisors for Lincoln County.
“As a 4-H alumnus, Megan brings hands-on experience as well as enthusiasm to work with the SDSU Extension 4-H team to enhance 4-H programming for youth, volunteers, and families throughout Lincoln County,” said Donna Bittiker, SDSU Extension State 4-H Program Director.
In her role, Kludt will manage local 4-H operational elements, develop and deliver educational programs, establish working relationships and coalitions with other youth-serving groups and provide leadership for volunteers.
“I had a really good 4-H Program Advisor when I was growing up. She was a great role model to me and helped bring me out of my shell. I was really shy when I was little,” Kludt said. “I look forward to working with volunteers and serving as a role model to Lincoln County youth.”
More about Megan Kludt
Megan Kludt grew up near Pipestone, Minnesota on her family’s more than a century-old dairy farm. She says that her dad, Steve Biland, encouraged her to show dairy cattle in 4-H and her passion for agriculture grew from there.
“My passion for agriculture began when I started showing dairy cows in 4-H. I really enjoyed working with the cows and gained confidence through showing them,” explained Kludt, who went on to receive a Bachelor of Science in Dairy Production and Agricultural Education from South Dakota State University.
“I have always enjoyed working with agriculture and kids – my degree says it all – I am excited about this position because I will be able to give back to the agriculture community and 4-H by helping kids go out and discover their best selves.”
To learn more about how you can become involved in South Dakota 4-H, contact your local SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Program Advisor. A complete listing can be found at iGrow.org under the Field Staff Listing.
South Dakota 4-H
SDSU Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program is a partnership of federal (USDA), state (Land Grant University), and county resources through youth outreach activities of SDSU Extension. Youth learn and experience Leadership, Health and Wellness, Science and Ag-Vocacy through a network of professional staff and volunteers reaching more than 9,000 enrolled members with yearly programming efforts to an additional 35,000 youth participants.
— SDSU Extension
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