Editor's Note: We are proud to have a new feature, the 4-H Member of the Month, in each edition of Southeast Agri News. Thanks to Nelson Motors and Equipment for supporting this initiative. And thanks to 4-H and all of its members and volunteers for their positive contributions.
Name: Kail Hilstrom
r of years in 4-H: Seven
Age group: Juniors
Kail Hilstrom loves animals, so 4-H is a perfect organization for him. But there are other benefits of being part of the organization.
Kail has been a 4-H member for most of his life. He said he decided to join the organization because he wanted to grow his own steer.
And, admittedly, he likes to get the money at the end of the 4-H season for his steer.
“I like to spend time with the steer and all of the activities that we do,” said Hilstrom.
Being part of 4-H isn’t just about the cattle aspect. He has competed in the 4-H speaking contest every year; this year his speech was about hunting and shooting a deer for the first time.
Volunteering is also a big part of his 4-H involvement. They have picked up garbage from the ditches along the highway, and they have volunteered at the Estevan Fair. They also participate in fundraising suppers at Black Beard’s Restaurant in the Days Inn.
Hilstorm attends a meeting once a month on Sundays. He has made a lot of friends through the4-H program, and he would recommend it to anyone.
“It’s a lot of fun, and you get to interact with lots of people,” Kail said. “You get to spend time with animals, and not many people get to do that.”
