July 20, 2001

4-H Members Participate in Pet Show 2001

Thirteen 4-H members helped kick off the North Dakota State Fair by participating in the annual pet show July 20. This pet show gave members the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of their pet through an interview process. This annual event allows 4-H members enrolled in the pet project to show off their hard work to the public and practice their speaking skills. All were presented with participation ribbons for their efforts. 4-H’ers are listed by county with name, hometown (if available) and pet brought to the show. 4-H is the youth education program of the NDSU Extension Service and is conducted by volunteer leaders. For more information, contact your county office of the NDSU Extension Service.

McHenry
Allison Colby, Guinea Pig

McLean
Alexis Jesz, Turtle Lake, Cat
Kyle Ericson, Ruso, Hamster

Mountrail
Ciji Johnson, Stanley, Dog
Brandi Belstad, New Town, Rabbit
Jarret Belstad, New Town, Rabbit
Robert Belstad, New Town, Rabbit

Stark
Chantelle Buck, Dickinson, Dog

Towner
Deidre Dammen, Cando, Dog
Jacqui Dammen, Cando, Dog

Walsh
Melissa Torgersin, Park River, Dog & Parrot

Ward
Heather Brockell, Minot, Cat
Faith Ylimiemi, Minot, Cat

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For questions during the fair, contact:

Jennifer L. Dobrowski
State Fair 4-H Communications
Fair Office (701) 838-3570

After the fair, contact:

Becky Koch
NDSU Ag Communication, Fargo
(701) 231-7875