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State:	Arkansas
County:	Hot Spring
Contact:	Jesse D. Clark, jclark@uaex.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 04, 2010—August 20, 2010
Will Host:	No
Number of Participants:	12-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Our 4-hers are involved in all areas of club work. We are located in the west central part of Arkansas,just at the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. We are within ten to twenty miles of four lakes and the Ouachita River runs through Hot Spring County.We are twenty four miles from Hot Springs,Arkansas,where the famous Hot Springs National Park and Bath Houses are found.We are located fourty five miles west of Little Rock,our State Capitol,This will be our eleventh exchange.Our most recents exchanges have been with Minnesota,Illinois and Ohio.Hot Spring County is a rural county with a population of 32,000 people.Our largest crops are beef cattle,forages,timber (mostly pine) and truck farming.Previously we have taken groups to Hot Springs National Park,Blanchard Springs Caverns,The Ozark Folk Center,Eureka Springs, Wild River County Water Theme Park,Magic Springs-Crystal Falls Theme Park,Mountain View and the Passion Play.We are interested in exchanges with 4-Hers from the following states: Florida,New Hampshire,New York,Montana,California,South Dokota,Maine,Oregon,Washington,Vermont,Wyoming,Colorado or Hawaii but will consider exchanges with other states and Canada. Please contact Jesse at 501-332-5267

State:	Colorado
County:	Douglas
Contact:	Michael Lackey, mlackey@douglas.co.us
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2011—June 30, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2010—June 30, 2010
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	The Douglas County 4-H program is based out of Castle Rock, Colorado, a small historic town midway between Denver and Colorado Springs. Boasting over 300 sunny days per year, Castle Rock sits at 6,202 feet above seal level with an average summer temperature of 85 degrees. We also have a spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains! Our 4-H’ers have hosted several other states including Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Past activities included trips to Cave of the Winds, the Flying W Ranch, Seven Falls, and Garden of the Gods, all located in Colorado Springs. We’ve also visited the Denver Zoo, Six Flags Elitch Gardens, Water World, Larimer Square, the United States Mint, and the historic Molly Brown House, all located in Denver. Taking advantage of our beautiful Rocky Mountains, we have gone to hot springs, alpine slides, Pikes Peak, Estes Park, and the Rocky Mountain National Park. The Douglas County exchange members are between 13 and 18 years old, and we generally have 10 to 15 members each year. We would like to host in 2010 and travel in 2011. Our members enjoy learning about the culture and history of other areas. In 2011, they would really enjoy visiting a state with beaches! Please contact Michael Lackey at 720-733-6940 to discuss an exchange.

State:	Colorado
County:	La Plata
Contact:	Bob Salzer, salzerbh@co.laplata.co.us
Preferred Travel Date:	June 10, 2010—July 20, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 10, 2011—July 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	La Plata County has been involved in exchanges for the past 26 years and just finished up hosting an exchange with Montgomery County, PA and are looking forward to traveling next year. We're located in southwest Colorado with Durango as our county seat. We hope to have between 10 and 15 members next year. We're open to where we travel next year but are looking to perhaps the Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Montanan)or to one of the Southern States. While hosting here, we go to a dinner chuckwagon, to Mesa Verde National Park, go rafting on the Animas River, spend a morning at Durango Mountain Resort on their alpine slide, ride the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Train from Durango to Silverton and soak in the Trimble Hot Springs pool - among other things. If you would be interested in exploring an exchange, please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks, Bob Salzer, La Plata County 4-H Youth Development Agent

State:	Colorado
County:	Larimer
Contact:	Tracy Sandmann, mtsandmann@netzero.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 10, 2010—July 10, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 10, 2010—July 10, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Larimer County is located North Central. We are about one hour north of Denver. We have been doing exchanges for over 40 years. We have just completed an exchange with Indiana. We are willing to travel or host first. Some of the past activities have included: trip to Rocky Mt. National Park, shopping and dinner in Estes Park, White water rafting (Poudre River), tours of Colorado State University research farm, tour of our capital, pitchfork fondue, hiking in the Rocky Mt. mixed with family time, as well as group activities. Our families all go through background checks. We typically have two to four adult chaperons that travel depending on the size of the group. Our groups goal is to learn about 4-H in another state, learn about the local history, and make life long friends. We have a wide range of 4-H interest in our group: shooting sports, livestock, sewing, rockets, cooking, and the county is a mix of city and rural families. Our exchange is between 7-10 days long. You can reach Tracy Sandmann 970-897-2745 or mtsandmann@netzero.com Hope to hear from you soon.

State:	Florida
County:	Charlotte
Contact:	Pamela Phillippe, pam.phillippe@charlottefl.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 05, 2011—July 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—July 20, 2010
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Charlotte County is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. When we host, we spend time at our beaches, touring orange groves and historical cattle ranches. Our group averages 12-15 youth, 14 years old and up. Our county is two hours south of Bush Gardens in Tampa, three hours from Orlando, and three hours from the Everglades National Park. As a host county, we have several family-choice days along with group activities. Our two main towns are Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte. Projects our members participant in include horse, marine ecology, market animals, citizenship and outdoor education. We've had wonderful exchanges with Kentucky, Montana and Colorado.

State:	Georgia
County:	Hall
Contact:	Judy Tilford, jtilford@uga.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2010—July 31, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2011—July 31, 2011
Number of Participants:	12-18
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Beautiful Hall County, Georgia is located approximately one hour northeast of the capitol city of Atlanta. Tucked in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Hall County has a unique blend of country and big city life. We have been exchanging for a long time. Some of our previous exchanges have been with Colorado, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Montana and Minnesota. Our fun loving group is interested in learning about 4-H in different states, visiting local attractions, area history and culture. Our exchanges are always well planned and organized. Please call or email.

State:	Iowa
County:	Cedar
Contact:	Dee Ann Koberle, dkoberle@hotmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 23, 2010—June 30, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 24, 2011—July 01, 2011
Number of Participants:	12-22
Ages of Participants:	11-18
Additional Comments:	We are in Cedar County Iowa. We are in the eastern part of the state just 1 hour from 3 large cities. We are a rural community with many things to offer.We have participated in exchanges with Montana,New York, Wisconsin, Oregon, Texas and Ohio and would be excited to experience the things that your state has to offer. Our club has members that are commited to a 2 year week long exchange, many of which start young and finish when they graduate from high school, ready to experience what each state has to offer them. Some of the places in which we have taken our exchanges are Adventureland, an amusement park; Crystal Caves, Field of Dreams, where the movie was made; John Deere factories both combine and tractor plants; Herbert Hoover Museum; Amana Colonies; Rides on the Mississippi River, different malls; ballgames and of course family day. Each of our exchanges have been very memorialable and would like to add your state to our list of great experiences.All hosting and traveling dates are negotiable.

State:	Idaho
County:	Minidoka
Contact:	Jeni Bywater, jbyh2o@pmt.org
Preferred Travel Date:	June 07, 2010—July 02, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 06, 2011—July 02, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-18
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Minidoka County is located in South Central Idaho. We have many scenic attractions such as Pomerelle Mountain, Shoshone Falls the "Niagra of the West", City of Rocks, and Craters of the Moon. While hosting, we have gone kayaking and paddle boating down the Snake River, ice skating in Sun Valley, played in the snow at Pomerelle, climbed rocks, and toured the Shoshone Ice caves. We have taken our guests to Boise for a tour of the capitol and while there we have also toured the old Idaho Penitentiary. We have been involved in state exchanges since 1997; our most recent exchanges have been with Texas, Minnesota, Illinois, and Indiana. We enjoy meeting new people and having a great time! And of course our guests get to eat lots of Idaho potatoes throughout the week!

State:	Illinois
County:	Kendall
Contact:	Marcee Brummel, mbrummel@rsh.net
Preferred Travel Date:	June 05, 2011—July 25, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 05, 2010—July 25, 2010
Number of Participants:	12-16
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	We have been involved with Exchanges for over 50 years. Our last exchanges have been with Idaho, Colorado, Pennsylvania and Kansas. We are located about 60 miles southwest of Chicago and include Chicago for our exchange experience. We are located close to both Midway and O'Hare airports. In the past we have included trip to Eli’s Cheesecake Factory, Raging Waves Water Park, Chicagoland Speedway, local tours, canoeing on the Fox River, overnight camping trip and many family activities (bonfires, picnics, etc). Our day in Chicago usually includes the Sears Tower, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, boat ride on Chicago River, museums, Chicago style pizza, etc. We try to customize the trip for the visiting state. We enjoy meeting new people and having a great time! Although we typically prefer to host first, we are flexible. We look forward to hearing from you.

State:	Illinois
County:	Macon
Contact:	Brandee Jones, wlcards92@yahoo.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2011—August 05, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—August 05, 2010
Number of Participants:	8-15
Ages of Participants:	12-18
Additional Comments:	Pride of the Praire, home of the 16th President of the United State, large cities, and small towns. Central Illinois has much to offer any group. Are 4-Her's live in small towns, rual communities, and big city. We have many things to see and do. We would plan a trip to Springfield to see many Lincoln sites, a day trip to St. Louis (the gateway to the Mid-West) or the Chicago, a trip to Amish Community and much more. We have done previous exchanges with New York and Minnisota. We are looking for a group that likes to have fun!!!! Please contact me if you are interested.

State:	Indiana
County:	Clark
Contact:	Teresa Burgin, teresa.burgin@yahoo.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 06, 2010—July 31, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 06, 2010—July 31, 2010
Number of Participants:	8-12
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Clark Co. is located in southern Indiana, just across the river from Louisville, Ky. So you get two states for one! Clark Co. has been involved with exchanges for 30 + years. Our latest exchanges were with N. Dakota Idaho, and Delaware. When you exchange with us you will visit the Louisville Slugger bat factory and museum, Churchill Downs (home of the Kentucky Derby), Schimmps Candy store, Falls of the Ohio, and a boat ride on the Ohio River. We also have family pitch-ins, swimming, visit local state parks and more depending on your particular interests. We have a fun group that is mostly from rural areas or farms. We are looking for a 2008-2009 exchange, we can travel or host in '08 but prefer to host first. My husband and I are the Jr. Leader advisors, so if you are interested please email or call us at (812) 293-3902.

State:	Kansas
County:	Dickinson
Contact:	Jill Martinson, martinso@ksu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 05, 2011—July 25, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 05, 2010—July 25, 2010
Number of Participants:	10-20
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Dickinson County has a rich tradition of participation in interstate exchanges spanning over 30 years. States we have visited in the last ten years include Wisconsin, Minnesota, Montana, Pennsylvania, and just this past summer, Jacksonville, Florida. You’ll be surprised at how much you’ll enjoy your rural Kansas experience. The county seat is Abilene, home to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum and famous for its cattle drive history. Attractions of Dickinson County include the Russell Stover Candy Factory, Greyhound Hall of Fame, and Rock Springs 4-H Center (www.rocksprings.net). We are also within driving distance of Wichita, Topeka, and Kansas City with exciting theme parks, award-winning zoos, shopping, and entertainment. Past day trips have included visiting Hutchinson where the Cosmosphere (www.cosmo.org) and the Kansas Underground Salt Museum (www.undergroundmuseum.org) are located, the Kansas State University (www.ksu.edu) campus in Manhattan, and the Rolling Hills Museum and Zoo outside of Salina (www.rollinghillswildlife.com). Our involved 4-Hers and their families are gracious hosts who enjoy meeting others and learning about different parts of the country.

State:	Kansas
County:	Shawnee
Contact:	Karen Perkuhn, kperkuhn@hotmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2010—July 10, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2011—July 10, 2011
Number of Participants:	15-20
Ages of Participants:	12-18
Additional Comments:	Welcome to "Oz" the sunflower state! Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas is the Capitol of Kansas. We are located 65 miles from Kansas City, Missouri. We have a very energetic group of 4-Her's that enjoy meeting new people and want to learn more about other states, 4-H programs and customs. They are a great group of kids to work with and the parents are just as fun. Shawnee County has been involved in the exchange program for 25 years. When we host, we would take you to visit Kansas State University campus, Kansas City, Worlds of Fun Amusement Park, Cabellas, the Kansas Capitol, tour of the Governor's mansion, have potluck dinners with swimming at Gage Aquatic Park and a moonlight hayrack ride with some interesting twists and the Flint Hills to name a few. We are also 20 minutes away from the Kansas Jayhawks in Lawrence. We have 5 fun packed days with a family day worked in. When we travel we are in a county for 5 days. Also, when we host, the county is in our county for 5 days. We are interested in the West Coast, but are open to any state interested in coming to Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas. Contact Karen Perkuhn at the above e-mail address or at 785-271-1560 or Shawnee County Extension Office at 785-232-0062. We look forward to hearing from you!

State:	Maine
County:	Oxford
Contact:	Jim Trundy, james.trundy@maine.gov
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2010—August 29, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2011—August 29, 2011
Number of Participants:	8-8
Ages of Participants:	15-18
Additional Comments:	We are located in the Western foothills of Maine however we are only one hour drive from the beautiful Maine coast. We have previously exchanged with Florida, Minn. Va. Penn and Ohio. Our previous trips have included day trips to the White Mtns including the peak of Mt Washington, a lighthouse cruise on the Kennebec River, the Bath Marine Museum, swimming at various State Parks on the Atlantic coastline. We strive to weave the local culture and include educational components to our trips. We are willing to travel or host in either order.

State:	Michigan
County:	Branch
Contact:	Connie Lange, langec@msu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 30, 2012—July 30, 2012
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 30, 2011—July 30, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-20
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Branch County, Michigan has beeen very active in planning exchanges for many years. We are a growing county with a population of about 40,000 people, located in southern Michigan on the Indiana border. Exchange visitors to Branch County travel east to Lake Michigan and Silver Lake Sand Dunes and tnen north to enjoy activities at State 4-H Training Facility, 4-H Kettunen Center, in Northern Michigan. The next day is spent on Mackinac Island, a historic island between the Upper and Lower Penninsulas of Michigan. We plan other day trips to other sites of interest and to local agricultural productions. We are currently looking to host an exchange state for the summer of 2011 and travel in 2012. Looking forward to hearing from you!

State:	Michigan
County:	Chippewa
Contact:	Andrea Caron, caspera@msu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2010—August 07, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2011—August 31, 2011
Number of Participants:	8-10
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Greetings from Chippewa County, Michigan. Located in the Upper Peninsula of MI, we offer an extensive array of activities for our guests. Destinations of our area include the famous and alluring Mackinaw Island and Sault Locks, an engineers dream. Travels also include stops at the beautiful Tahquamenon Falls, a cranberry farm, and Whitefish Point - offering breathtaking views of Lake Superior. Our 4-H teens work hard to provide an enjoyable week that is both relaxing and good taste of Michigan's finest. Come explore with us!

State:	Michigan
County:	Gratiot
Contact:	Ashlee Gibson, gibsonas@msu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2010—July 20, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2011—July 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	15-20
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Greetings from the center of the mitten! Our county is located about an hour north of Lansing. We are a very active group with about 15 members between the ages of 14-18. While hosting, we have taken groups to Frankenmuth, Bronners (the largest Christmas store in the world), Mackinaw Island, camped on Lake Huron, toured Michigan State University, 4-H children’s gardens, visited our state capitol, attended a Lansing Lugnuts baseball game, gone tubing and toured different farms and agriculture operations in our county. Our recent exchanges have been with Texas and Indiana. Please let me know if your 4-H group would like to visit the Great Lakes State.

State:	Minnesota
County:	Carver
Contact:	Kim Bartz, Pigeoninfokb@embarqmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 08, 2010—August 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 08, 2010—August 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	9-13
Ages of Participants:	13-17
Additional Comments:	How about a “True Taste of Minnesota and Minnesota 4-H”? We would really like to share both with you. Minnesota hast a vast assortment of sites to see, and activities to do. Our group looks forward to having new friends to share these experiences with. Carver County is located 35 miles west of the Twin Cities. Our county is part metro/rural. We have been participating in exchange for over 25 years. Our more recent exchanges have been with Colorado, Pennsylvania, Florida, Arizona, Idaho, and a tri state exchange between Pennsylvania, Texas, and ourselves. We just finished a great 2 years with Oregon. Our members are a very enthusiastic bunch, involved in a wide variety of 4-H activities and project areas. Our group is eager to share with another state/county our 4-H program, our culture, and our environment. Our exchange program is structured to help our youth discover their own abilities, gain leadership skills, knowledge of their own heritage and others, learn teamwork while making new friends and having fun. Depending on your time of arrival we can check out headwaters of the Mississippi, with camping at Itasca State Park. We have visited the North Shore of Lake Superior, including the port of Duluth, Glenshen Mansion, Split Rock Lighthouse, Gooseberry Falls, and many more sites in the region. We have headed down south to the Pipestone National Monument, the plains area, Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant,the local Amish region, the Spam Musuem, and a local county fair. We have taken boat cruises on some of our area lakes. We generally spend a full day touring the Twin Cities area, including the Mall of America, the state capitol, the history of the gangster caves, plus other interesting sites. We have taken in a Twin game or a dinner show. We spend a day touring our counties many diverse industries. We offer a fair amount of family time as well as many hours of group activities. Many of our travels are tied into 4-H and 4-H families. We are open to suggestions/requests from our visitors to what they would like to experience while they spend time with us. We are ready to give our guests a memorable experience. Our youth are very excited to visit another 4-H group and take in new experiences. Please consider contacting us as soon as possible so we can get started on our adventure together. We look forward to giving your senses a Great Taste of Carver County and Minnesota.

State:	Minnesota
County:	Pipestone
Contact:	Lisa Kelley, kruis002@umn.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2010—July 15, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2010—July 15, 2010
Number of Participants:	6-12
Ages of Participants:	15-18
Additional Comments:	Pipestone County has been an active interstate exchange group for over 15 years. Pipestone County is located in the southwest corner of the state, on the prairie. We are a fun loving group and play well with others. When you visit we would love to show you the Pipestone National Monument famous for their peacepipes, a wind power tour, drive in movie, our famous Dar's Pizza, a camping adventure to one of the beautiful 10,000 lakes of Minnesota with skiing and tubing and a possible trip to the Mall of America and Valleyfair. We have exchanged with Kansas, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and many more. The reason we do exchanges is because 4-H youth and families are great people to get to know, we have built many friendships and have seen and learned many new things about our country and 4-H in other states. Please consider us for you next exchange. Sincerely, Lisa Kelley Pipestone County 4-H Program Coordinator.

State:	Minnesota
County:	Todd
Contact:	Larissa Brune, brun0302@umn.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2010—August 19, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2011—August 19, 2011
Number of Participants:	5-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Hello from the land of 10,000 lakes! We are located in Central Minnesota, where the eastern forest meets the western prairie. We have been involved in the exchange program for many years, in most recent years we have been to Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, & Kentucky. Our exchange group is very diverse and is involved in 4-H projects ranging from dairy to needle arts. Our group consists of 10-15 youth, ages 14-18. We live in a rural community and many of our youth live on farms or in small towns. When hosting we have had many exciting adventures some of which include touring local farms, visiting the head of the mighty Mississippi River at Itasca State Park and learning about our local Amish communities along with enjoying our many lakes and rivers. We always have time for group activities, potlucks, bonfires and family time. Our group is excited to meet others from different areas of the United States and learning first hand how other 4-H’ers live and experience life. We look forward to another exciting adventure!

State:	Minnesota
County:	Winona
Contact:	Carolyn Dingfelder, dingf001@umn.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2011—July 30, 2012
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2011—July 20, 2012
Number of Participants:	12-20
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	We have a very diverse group of individuals in the 4-H Exchange program, who are involved in a wide variety of 4-H projects from livestock to robotics. These members are committed to a 2 year week long exchange, many of which start young and finish when they graduate from high school, ready to experience what each state has to offer them. We are a fun-loving bunch that wants to experience new things and make new friends. We have been involved with many exchanges the most recent include Virginia, New Jersey, Texas, Montana, and currently with Pennsylvania to mention a few. We are open to traveling or being hosts. We are located in the south east corner of the state bordering along the Mississippi river. Our exchanges usually include a trip to the Twin Cities with a stop at the Mall of America; we have many group activities making sure there is time for some family time. We look forward to another great adventure.

State:	Missouri
County:	Cape Girardeau
Contact:	Denise Yamnitz, dyamnitz@gmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2010—July 31, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2011—July 31, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Hello from Southeast Missouri. Cape Girardeau County is located along the Mississippi River about 1.5 hours south of St. Louis. Cape is home to Southeast Missouri State University. Most of our 4-hers live in rural parts of the county. Our ag commodities range from cotton, rice, corn, soy beans, wheat and beef and dairy cattle. We are also home to factories like Proctor and Gamble. We have a lot to offer and are excited to set up an exchange. We plan a fun and educational exchange with trips to local farms, possibly St. Louis, several historic sites such as a park on The Trail of Tears and family time. We are flexible to host or travel first. Cape Girardeau County is a diverse county with a rich German history and strong family values. I look forward to hearing from you and setting up a great 4-H Exchange.

State:	Montana
County:	Cascade
Contact:	Sheryl Knowles, sknowles@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2010—July 02, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2011—July 02, 2011
Number of Participants:	15-20
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Montana is a beautiful state with clear blue sky, mountains and plains. Cascasde County is invovled in agricultural production of grain as well as beef. We are the site of Malmstrom Air Force Base. The Missouri River runs through Great Falls which gets its name from the hydroelectric power produced from the three falls along the river. Giant Springs is the largest fresh water springs in the world. We are the site of the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and the CM Russell Museum. Our populataion is sparse. At about 60,000 we are the third largest city in Montana. Our 4-H members are both rural and urban. We travel greater distances than some are accustomed to. We often take our exchange groups to Glacier National Park where we whitewater raft and travel the Going To The Sun Highway to an elevation of about 6000 ft above sea level. We have traveled Yellowstone with some groups. We are open to hosting or traveling first.

State:	Montana
County:	Hill
Contact:	Jennifer Wells, jwells@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2010—August 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—August 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	12-16
Ages of Participants:	13-17
Additional Comments:	Hill County is located in Northcentral Montana, bordering Canada. 4-H members have participated for many years and enjoy meeting new people and traveling to other parts of the country. While visiting Montana you will see a few local sites, spend several scheduled family days and participate in group activities. We have previously traveled to Glacier National Park and tent camped and white water rafted, this has been the highlight of the trip for many visitors. We would like to schedule an exchange soon, please contact for more information.

State:	Montana
County:	Judith Basin
Contact:	Janna Kincheloe, jjk@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 16, 2010—June 21, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2011—July 01, 2011
Number of Participants:	8-13
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	This is our first time participating in the Exchange program. We would like to travel next summer and host in 2011. Judith Basin County is located in beautiful central Montana under some of the biggest skies you could imagine. We have a small, young group, but they are all very enthusiastic about learning about life in another state, meeting new people, and seeing new things. Some of the recreational opportunities here could include a float trip on the Missouri River, a visit to Glacier National Park, horseback riding, hiking, and fishing. We are located in central Montana so there are many possibilities - just let us know what you would like to see!

State:	Montana
County:	Roosevelt
Contact:	Penny Hendrickson, roosevelt1@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2011—July 31, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2010—July 31, 2010
Number of Participants:	7-13
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Roosevelt County is in Northeastern Montana also known as the Big Sky State. We are a rural county with farming and ranching as our main source of income. We border North Dakota and are near the Canadian border. We have taken our exchange groups to the Fort Peck Dam and the Fort Peck Indian Reservation, Medora night show, Fort Peck Theatre, a Native American PowWow and have done lots of river floating and boating. Visiting our area is a great chance to enjoy the great Montana outdoors and have a great time with our 4-H families. We have exchanged with Kansas and Pennnsylvania in the past. If you would like to exchange with us for the 2010-2011 years let us know.

State:	Montana
County:	Stillwater
Contact:	Karen Tyra, ktyra@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 11, 2011—July 02, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 14, 2010—July 02, 2010
Number of Participants:	15-22
Ages of Participants:	12-19
Additional Comments:	Stillwater County 4-H Teen Leaders have been involved with exchanges for 14 years. We are a club comprised of 4-Hers from throughout Stillwater County, located in south central Montana. The teens here plan the entire hosting phase based on your group's wishes for sights to see and events in which to participate. The group likes to learn about 4-H projects and activities in other parts of the U.S., the traditions of the region, and sights unique to the area. Stillwater County borders Yellowstone National Park to the south, has the Western Hemisphere's only platinum mine, possesses mountains in the southern part of the county and grain in the north. Two beautiful streams--Yellowstone and Stillwater Rivers--add to the beauty of the area. We have a friendly rural area and look forward to hosting in 2010. We are open to exchanging with a state with which we have not already conducted exchanges. Previous exchanges have been with Michigan, Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Minnesota, Tennessee, Wisconsin, New York.

State:	Montana
County:	Teton
Contact:	Tammy Townsend, townsend@3rivers.net
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2011—August 10, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2010—August 10, 2010
Number of Participants:	12-16
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Teton County is a rural community on the east slope of the Rocky Mountain Front just south of Glacier National Park. In the past we have exchanged with Ohio, New Jersey, Texas, Minnesota, North Carolina and Maryland and had wonderful experiences with all. We are from the towns of Choteau and Fairfield where the economy is based in cattle ranching, barley, wheat and hay production. We have one blinking red stoplight in the entire county. We generally meet our exchange at the Great Falls airport, or the train station in Shelby. One of the highlights of our trips has been camping, hiking, rafting, and sledding(yes,in July) at Glacier Park. Near the park are many other fun attractions,such as water slides, gondola rides, mountain biking,and the House of Mystery. Other activites have included tours of a Hutterite colony, Gibson Dam, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Lewis and Clark Caverns, the capital in Helena, and Gates of the Mountains Boat ride. On the 4th of July Choteau hosts the best little rodeo in Montana complete with a parade in the morning, a pitchfork barbecue at noon, wild cow milking, and fireworks at dark. We love to meet people from all over the country and we know how to have a good time in Montana.

State:	Montana
County:	Valley
Contact:	Roubie Younkin, kry@montana.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2011—August 01, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—August 01, 2010
Number of Participants:	5-25
Ages of Participants:	12-18
Additional Comments:	Valley County is located in Northeastern Montana. We an agricultural community with wide open spaces to offer our guests. Glasgow is the county seat, and is located 20 miles from Fort Peck Dam and Lake which offers recreational opportunities. Points of interest in the community include Fort Peck Lake, Fish Hatchery, Fort Peck Summer Theatre, Hutterite colonies, a historic Buffalo Jump. Members visiting our 4-H families may experience ranch life including horseback riding, haying and irrigating and other outdoor activites. A visit to Valley County Montana is a break from the fast pace of more urban areas and a chance to just "have fun" with other 4-H families. Glasgow is assesible by Amtrak, so if you are near an Amtrak station riding the train becomes part of the fun. We are about five hours from the closest airport (Minot ND or Billings MT) We are interested in hosting in 2010 and traveling in 2011.

State:	New Hampshire
County:	Grafton
Contact:	Van Anderson, van92@charter.net
Preferred Travel Date:	June 26, 2011—July 15, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 26, 2010—July 15, 2010
Number of Participants:	20-23
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Grafton County is in rural northern New Hampshire on the Vermont border and on the outskirts of the beautiful white mountains. We have been doing exchanges for 20 years, our most recent being Wisconsin, Minnesota and Kansas. This fun loving group of teens wants to experience life in the rest of the country and see just what is available to them in the future. We have several boys in our group. We have a mix of family and group days. We always take our guests to the White Mountains and the ocean. Among other things, group day possibilities include a water park, hiking, movies, bowling, miniature golf, a pool party and travel into Vermont.

State:	New Hampshire
County:	Sullivan
Contact:	Nancy Berry, nancy.berry@unh.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2012—August 15, 2012
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2011—August 15, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-20
Ages of Participants:	12-18
Additional Comments:	We are a Teen 4-H Club with members from all over our small county. We have been doing exchanges for 16 years: Wisconsin twice, Missouri, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania,Texas and Montana. We always have lots of fun. We usually take teens to the ocean, the mountains and/or to Boston depending on their interests. We live close to Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts so it is easy to show people other New England states too. We often arrange for other group activities like cookouts, pool parties, mini-golf or bowling. Our members must be 12 to host and 13 to travel. We prefer to host first and then travel.

State:	New York
County:	oneida
Contact:	mary jo jennings, maryjojen@aol.com
Preferred Travel Date:	August 01, 2010—August 15, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	August 01, 2011—August 15, 2011
Number of Participants:	13-18
Ages of Participants:	12-19
Additional Comments:	The Oneida County Teen Council has been involved in exchanges for most of the last 20 years. We recently completed an exchange with Wabasha Co,Minn. We hosted this summer,during which we took the group to The Olympic Complex in Lake Placid, NY, which is the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Oylmpics. The group also got a chance to climb one of our moutains,located in the Adirondak Mountains. We also took the group a large dairy farm, a tour of the Remington Arms Factory.If the group we host is interested we like to take them to The Baseball Hall of Fame and Howe Caverns. We are located in Central Ny about 50 miles from Syracuse. We like to use the train to travel, because we are so close, but also close to the Syracuse airport. in the past we have done exchanges with Maryland, Kentucky, Ohio, Wisconsin, Michigan and Delaware. The beginning of August is the best time for us but might consider some other time, our teens don't get out of school until the last week of June, our county fair is the last week of July and our state fair is the end of August.

State:	New York
County:	Tompkins
Contact:	Brenda Carpenter, BTC6@cornell.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2010—July 15, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2011—July 15, 2011
Number of Participants:	16-20
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Tompkins County is centrally located in the heart of New York State’s Finger Lakes region, mid-way between Niagara Falls and New York City. Our 4-H Exchange Club is ready for a new exchange beginning fall 2009. We typically travel the first year (summer 2010) and host the second (summer 2011), but we are flexible. We usually travel or host at the end of our school year: the end of June/beginning of July. Our club ranges between 16-20 members. Our chaperone to teen ration is 1 to 4 or 5. Recent Exchanges have included an overnight trip to New York City as well as a day trip to Niagara Falls and Dairen Lake, a Six-Flags caliber amusement park. We also tour our county, which surrounds the end of Cayuga Lake and includes several state parks with many gorges and waterfalls and is home to Cornell University and Ithaca College; sometimes we see a production at one of our many local theatres. If we host a club for 7 full days, we are often able to take in an additional location outside the county; possibilities include Corning Glass, Howe’s Caverns or the Baseball Hall of Fame. We also build family time into our schedule, which can just be down time or used to see or do something that the guest is interested in that was not included in the group itinerary or something the host family thinks is especially interesting. Tompkins County has a population of about 96,000 with Ithaca being the county seat. Most of our members come from the small rural communities, and have a wide variety of interests. We have been participating in the 4-H Exchange Program since 1986.

State:	Ohio
County:	Seneca
Contact:	Ann Golden, golden.4@osu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2011—August 15, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2012—August 15, 2012
Number of Participants:	7-12
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Seneca County is located in the north, central part of Ohio between Cleveland and Toledo. Lake Erie and Cedar Point Amusement Park are a hour away from our county. Seneca County is a strong agriculture community, producing primarily grain crops,some vegetable producing farms and some livestock operations. When you visit us we keep you REALLY busy. Our location allows us to reach many areas of interest within 2 hours drive, including Cedar Point Amusement Park, the islands of Lake Erie, an Amish Community, and more. We are a "fun-loving" group and enjoy meeting and developing friendships with other youth from other parts of the country. We enjoy meeting new people and having a great time! Hope to hear from you. Contact Ann at 419-447-9722 ext. 13 or e-mail at golden.4@osu.edu

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Adams County
Contact:	Edward Bender, ejb179@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2011—July 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—July 20, 2010
Number of Participants:	12-20
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	The 4-H Clubs of Adams County has a long tradition of interstate exchanges. We just finished our first international exchange with New Brunswick, Canada in 2009. Our club loves to travel to new and different places, but we realize, that one of the most important aspects of exchanges are the people we meet during the process. We love to explore how other 4-Her's do things within their programs, as well as how people from other areas live day to day. Some of the key items we offer groups, are the local Ag Tour and Gettysburg Battlefield visit, a trip to a city (Usually Washington D.C. but we have visited Baltimore), and a daytrip to Hershey Park with a tour of their chocolate making process. We tie in family days and a variety of other activities as well. We have exchanged with Tennessee, Wisconsin, Missouri, Kansas, New Brunswick Canada in the past. We are open to almost anything.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Butler
Contact:	Ellen Linamen, ehl3@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 07, 2012—August 20, 2012
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 07, 2011—August 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	7-12
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	We are located in Western Pennsylvania. We are about 40 miles north of Pittsburgh. Our club consists of mostly High School Students and would like to exchange with a similar club. We have participated in exchanges with Montana, Kansas, Texas, and Washington. Some places we have taken our exchanges are Kennywood, a local amusement park; Hershey; Gettysburg; Harrisburg; Amish Country; Pittsburgh; and toured factories such as Utz potato chips and Harley Davidson. We would love to show you everything Pennsylvania has to offer. All hosting and travel dates are negotiable.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Carbon
Contact:	Kristin Simmons, k.simmons1217@gmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2010—July 31, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2011—July 31, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Welcome to Carbon County! Open the door to discover a place of rich history and awesome natural beauty. We are located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains in Northeastern PA. You will find friendly small towns, breathtaking river gorges, national landmarks, plentiful wildlife and miles of hiking and biking trails…yet Carbon County is only an hour or two from Philadelphia and New York City. We have a really good group of 10-12 teens. The majority of our group is involved in the livestock club, community club, and more. We prefer to travel first. We have very good family involvement and participation in our activities. Most of our group lives in rural areas. In the past, we held exchanges with Michigan, Utah, Montana, Oregon, Colorado, California, Minnesota, and recently Wisconsin. When hosting we treat our guests to 3 or more day trips such as: 1). A visit to Philadelphia would include the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross’s home, historic Independence Square, Philadelphia Zoo, and the awesome experience of “Ride the Ducks”, 2). The rich history of Jim Thorpe where you will find that the work ethnic of our ancestors who helped fuel America’s Industrial Revolution lives on within today’s residents, 3). The culture, customs, life styles of the Amish people and Lancaster County, who live today, just as they did in the 17th century. This year included a trip to Harrisburg to tour the PA State Capitol and the PA State Police Academy. We like to incorporate 1-2 family trips when hosting. In addition, our group hosts informal swim parties, hayrides and campfires. We would love the chance to show you our great state and learn more about your state. We have been involved in exchanges for over 14 years and we are excited about planning our next exchange. We look forward to hearing from you!

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Centre
Contact:	Ed Horning, ehorning@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2011—August 06, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—August 06, 2010
Number of Participants:	8-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Centre County is located in central Pennsylvania. It provides a unique blend of rural agriculture, State College, and light industry centered around The Pennsylvania State University. It is a sportsman's dream with excellent hunting and fishing. Historic small communities and a growing Amish population provides many fascinating sites to visit. We are willing to host or travel in 2010.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Crawford
Contact:	Cosha Urey, cosha@windstream.net
Preferred Travel Date:	June 10, 2010—July 30, 2010
Will Host:	No
Number of Participants:	7-12
Ages of Participants:	11-17
Additional Comments:	Crawford County is located in northwestern Pennsylvania. We are about 35 miles south of Lake Erie and about 85 miles north of Pittsburgh, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Penguins. Our area has a lot of woods and is hilly. Currently our club has 7 members- 4 girls and 3 boys- ranging in age from 11-17. We may have more members soon. We are hoping to travel in 2010 and to host in 2011. Our most recent exchange was with Cocoa Beach, Florida. Our county and nearby counties offer a wide variety of educational and fun activities for you to experience when we host you. Some activities visitors have engaged in in the past include: Drake's Wells Museum and Train Ride in Titusville, PA visit: www.drakewell.org Niagara Falls in Niagara Falls, NY visit: www.niagarafallsusa.org Amish Dinner within our county The wooden nickel buffalo farm in Edinboro, PA visit: www.woodennickelbuffalo.com Waldameer Amusement Park in Erie, PA visit: www.waldameer.com Presque Isle State Park in Erie, PA visit: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/presqueisle.aspx Cooks Forest, PA visit: www.cooksforest.com Pymatuning Spillway visit: www.pymatuning.com There are also many campgrounds, fishing areas, hiking opportunities, local beaches, sporting events, and historic attractions within our county or nearby Erie county. Visit www.visitcrawford.org If you are interested in participating in an exchange with us please contact leader(s) Carrie Gilles at csg17@pitt.edu or Cosha Urey at cosha@windstream.net. We can't wait to hear from you!!!!

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Cumberland
Contact:	Tara Lehman, tll14@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2011—July 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—July 20, 2010
Number of Participants:	5-8
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Cumberland County is located in beautiful central Pennsylvania, we are close to Hershey Chocolate World and Amusement Park, the historic Gettysburg Battlefield and Museum, about two hours from Washington DC, and about 45 minutes from the state capitol. We have a very active group of teens that enjoy meeting new people and traveling. We just started the exchange program in our county last year so this would only be our second time around but our first hosting experience was a huge success!! Our group will finish up this year traveling to Wisconsin. We have met the most interesting people and learned so much! We prefer to host first 2010 and then travel in 2011. Our first exchange was with Wisconsin. Let me know if you have any questions, we are excited to start planning our next exchange.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Huntingdon/Blair
Contact:	Christine Corl, cam36@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2009—July 20, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2009—July 20, 2010
Number of Participants:	6-12
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Greetings from Central Pennsylvania. The Huntingdon/Blair County 4-H County Council is seeking an energetic group of 4-Hers to exchange with. Our group consist of two counties of teens working together. We are looking to both host and travel in 2009 and 2010, which we do first is very flexible. We are located in Central Pennsylvania. We are within close distance of the State University, Amish country, and many other exciting sites that may be of interest to your group. If you are interested in sharing with us the different cultures of your state, and visiting Pennsylvania please contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Lancaster
Contact:	Sharon Sherick, ssherick@dejazzd.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2010—June 01, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2010—June 01, 2011
Number of Participants:	8-14
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Lancaster County is know for it's scenic Amish country. This is centrally located just hours away from Washington DC, New York City and Shore points. We have several airports that are located also with in a 1-2 hour range. We have approx 12 4-Hers in the program at this time and have recently exchanged with Texas, Oregon and Kentucky. Lancaster County is a beautiful area of Pennsylvania. When we host we like to offer a variety of sights that the traveling state can choice from. We always visit the Amish sights and learn and experience their way of life including a buggy ride and a visit to an Amish home/farm We spend a day at Hershey Park riding the many rides and seeing shows. The park has a new section that is all water rides, then take a tour to see how chocolate is made at Chocolate World. Most groups choose to take a day trip to the shore for lots of fun in sun as well as spending the evening on the boardwalk. We can offer historic sights such as Gettysburg or Philadelphia. We have many types of farms and can offer farm tours. We like to travel and Host 7-10 days so we have plenty of time to do all the things you would like to do. We make sure everyone has a chance to taste all the local cooking by having a Pennsylvania Dutch meal.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	McKean
Contact:	Ann Dunkerton, akd11@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2009—August 10, 2009
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2010—August 10, 2010
Number of Participants:	5-10
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	We are located in northcentral Pennsylvania, in the beautiful PA Wilds region, with the Allegheny National Forest as our backyard. Most of our members raise livestock and/or horses, as well as completing a variety of other 4-H projects. Our club has exchanged with Minnesota, Montana, Michigan, and Virginia in recent years. We love meeting other 4-Hers and seeing different regions of our country. We take our exchange partners to Niagara Falls, Lake Erie, the National Forest, the PA Grand Canyon, and other places of interest--plus we enjoy spending time hanging out and making friends for life. Please join us!

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Somerset
Contact:	Joanne Stoltzfus, somersetext@psu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2011—July 31, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2010—July 31, 2010
Number of Participants:	15-20
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	We are hoping to travel summer of 2008 and host in 2009. We have been involved in 18 exchange trips over the past 40 years. Somerset County is located in the southwest portion of Pennsylvania on top of the Allegheny Mountains. We are a rural county rich in dairy and livestock and are the leading county for the maple industry in Pennsylvania. Local attractions include Seven Springs and Hidden Valley Ski resorts, Amish Country, Flight 93 Memorial, Miracle Miners memorial, close to Pittsburgh, Washington D.C.,Gettysburg and Hershy Park.

State:	Pennsylvania
County:	Westmoreland
Contact:	Betty J Harr, harrfarm@wpa.net
Preferred Travel Date:	June 22, 2011—July 22, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 22, 2010—July 22, 2010
Number of Participants:	20-25
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Westmoreland County is located in south western Pennsylvania near the Laurel Mountains. We have a very awesome group of teens interested in learning more about the USA. We are currently working on the first half of an exchange with Calumet County Wisconsin. And are excited to start looking into the future for another fabulous exchange opportunity in our great country. We are a citizenship club that meets year round learning about our state and others. The group are very civic minded and do many community service projects and have been a club for the past 27 years. Our county would like to offer you a view of agriculture in South Western Pa, along with the big city life of Pittsburgh, Pa. We have lots of history in our area including the many forts from the French and Indian war era. We also are located 25 miles from the Shanksville 911 disaster and the Quecreek mine rescue. Our teens come form a wide variety of lifestyles and live in rural and small town settings. We like our guest to stay with us for seven days. We can offer an extended side trip to one of three attractions.( Washington DC, Niagara Falls Canada, Lancaster and Gettysburg Pa.) The side trips would be an additional cost to both us and our guests. If you would like an exciting Eastern adventure come and visit us in historic south western Pennsylvania. You are sure to return home with fond memories of our state.

State:	Tennessee
County:	Williamson
Contact:	Patsy Watkins, pwatkin2@utk.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 26, 2010—July 03, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2011—July 29, 2011
Number of Participants:	8-20
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	We are a fast growing suburban county outside of Nashville, TN. which is located in the middle of our state. The topography is that of beautiful rolling hills. We are located about 4 hours from the Smoky Mountains and many other wonderful tourist attractions. A visit to us always includes a trip to the Grand Ole Opry as well as many other exciting adventures. The southern part of our county is still involved in agriculture. We have a group of teenagers involved in a variety of projects that are excited to learn more about different areas of the country and share with you our wonderful Southern heritage. We have been participating in the Exchange Program for years and just completed a wonderful exchange with Ft. Morgan, Colorado. Please contact us for more specifics. We have a lot more fun than we can possibly list. Very interested in traveling north and northeast as we have been west for several years. Prefer to travel first and then host.

State:	Texas
County:	Comal
Contact:	Summer Steinbach, sdsteinbach@ag.tamu.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 01, 2011—August 01, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 01, 2010—August 01, 2010
Number of Participants:	8-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Howdy! As of right now we are still forming our exchange group, but we are hopeful to have between 8 and 15 participants. Although our county has participated in exchanges before, it's been a while and new leaders have taken over. What we have to offer: Comal County youth are involved in every 4-H project imaginable, and they're very well rounded kids. For places to see, we can visit the #1 waterpark in America, Schlitterbahn; our state's capital, Austin; underground caverns at Natural Bridge; our rich German heritage in New Braunfels and Gruene; and the missions and Riverwalk of San Antonio. We are very excited! We'd prefer to host first, in the summer of 2010 and then travel the summer of 2011. Please contact us for more info.

State:	Texas
County:	Guadalupe
Contact:	Tammy Bargfrede, tammy@tieronedental.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 05, 2011—July 30, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 05, 2010—July 30, 2010
Number of Participants:	15-18
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Guadalupe Co. is located in south central Texas only 30 minutes from San Antonio and 45 minutes from Austin. We have been involved in exchanges for over 12 years. While hosting, we have taken groups to the King Ranch, Texas Coast, TX State Aquarium, Capitol and TX History Museum, Schlitterbahn(World's largest waterpark), the Alamo, San Antonio Riverwalk and Mexican market, Natural Bridge Caverns, a bat emergence, & LBJ Ranch, and a rodeo. We have a very active group of 4-Her's and their families are very involved. Our most recent exchanges have been with Michigan, Idaho, Pennsylvania, and New York.

State:	Texas
County:	Nueces
Contact:	Traci Klepac, klepacfarmgirl@aol.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 18, 2010—June 30, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 17, 2011—June 30, 2011
Number of Participants:	12-16
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Nueces Co. is located in South Texas on the coast. We have been involved in exchanges with Montana,Tennessee,Colorado and we are finshing up with Pennsylvania in summer of 2009. We have taken our exchange groups to the King Ranch, La Paloma Ranch, TX State Aquaruim, San Antonio Riverwalk, Mexican Market square and Fiesta Texas, Aransas Pass Dolphin watch trip and Beach. Toured the Port of Corpus Christi, Whataburger Field to watch a Hooks baseball game and floated the Frio River. We are a large group excited about meeting and sharing our Texas experiences with other 4-Hers from other states. Our group is mixed with kids that live on the farm, rural areas and 4-Hers from the city. We are looking for a partner to exchange with in 2010-2011. We would like to travel first then host. If you would like to experience South Texas and have fun in the sun contact us.

State:	Virginia
County:	Pittsylvania
Contact:	Julie Weddle, weddlejk@vt.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 25, 2011—August 15, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2010—August 15, 2010
Number of Participants:	5-10
Ages of Participants:	14-17
Additional Comments:	Pittsylvania County is located in Southside Virginia just north of the North Carolina boarder. It is the largest county in Virginia. Most of the county is rural with the City of Danville at the southern end. We are located in close proximity to Lynchburg and Liberty University, which recently opened the first year round snow skiing slope, as well as the Virginia International Raceway. A short drive away, is Natural Bridge (a natural wonder), Safari Park, Frontier Culture Museum, the Roanoke Valley and the Blue Ridge Parkway which is great for sightseeing. We would like to be able to explore new places and meet new friends from all over the United States, learn new cultures and environments. We are eager to start this process.

State:	Virginia
County:	Shenandoah
Contact:	Ray Ballowe, jray@shentel.net
Preferred Travel Date:	July 01, 2011—August 15, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	July 01, 2010—August 15, 2010
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Shenandoah County is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, about 70 miles west of Washington, DC. County is mainly rural in nature and has many attractions. Activities in past exchanges have included civil war tours, trip to Washington DC, local caverns, the Skyline drive, trip to the beach, overnight camping, Natural Bridge, plus many other opportunities that could include Williamsburg and Jamestown. We are currently looking for an exchange partner for 2010 and 2011. We do prefer to host first and travel the next year. We just completed an exchange with Green Co., Wisconsin and have exchanged with Alaska, North Dakota, Minnesota and Oregon in the past( to name a few). Come and visit the beautiful Shenandoah Valley and Virginia, rich in history, tradition and excitement. We plan educational events along with fun activities. We plan to begin selecting a exchange partner in October 2009 for the next two years. Look forward to hearing from you.

State:	Washington
County:	Thurston
Contact:	Doreen Tudor, dor2dor75@hotmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2010—August 31, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2011—August 31, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-20
Ages of Participants:	13-19
Additional Comments:	Come discover the Pacific Northwest! Thurston County is located at the very southern tip of the Puget Sound and includes our state capital Olympia, WA. Thurston County has a population of 245,000 with both rural and urban communities. Our 4-H Interstate Exchange Club has members that reside in all areas of the county -- both rural and urban. We are one hours drive from Seattle and approx. two hours drive from the Pacific Ocean beaches. Our landscape includes views of beautiful Mt. Rainier, the Olympic Mountains, the Puget Sound, and Douglas Fir Forests. Our summer weather is usually mild with rain more of a possibility in June and early July. We have exchanged with Montana and will be completing our exchange with Pennsylvania in June 2009. Our area has many sight-seeing activities to choose from including: Pacific Ocean Beaches, the Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier National Park, Mt. St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, Olympic National Forest (including rain forest hikes), and the City of Seattle with the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and Ferry Rides. The Pacific Northwest is also home to Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks. Our state requires background checks and home inspections. We would like to travel the summer of 2010 and host in 2011. We are interested in a 7-10 day exchange.

State:	Wisconsin
County:	Calumet
Contact:	Kay Biese, biesek@chilton.k12.wi.us
Preferred Travel Date:	June 20, 2010—July 26, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 20, 2010—July 26, 2011
Number of Participants:	13-20
Ages of Participants:	12-18
Additional Comments:	The Calumet County 4-H Program has been actively involved with interstate exchanges for more than 30 years. Calumet Co. is located in Northeastern WI. We are a fairly rural county, and have easy access to many big city activities. Our group is very flexible and organized, and with your input we feel we can provide a great experience for your group! Our host week usually includes a day trip to the WI Dells theme parks (water park, rollercoasters, go-carts), thrill show (boat & skiing), and boat/Duck rides. Other areas of interest include the Green Bay Packer Stadium and Hall of Fame, Kohler Design Center, the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Assoc.), submarine tours, the capitol, dairy farms, cave spelunking, a comedy club, lighthouses in Door County, beautiful state parks, canoeing, bonfires, bowling, Lake Winnebago, and Lake Michigan. We have recently had very successful exchanges with NE, PA, NH, & NY. We are looking for June/July 2010-11 exchange partners. Hope you're interested!

State:	Wisconsin
County:	Eau Claire
Contact:	Katy Forsythe, katy.forsythe@ces.uwex.edu
Preferred Travel Date:	June 10, 2010—August 10, 2010
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 10, 2011—August 10, 2011
Number of Participants:	5-14
Ages of Participants:	14-18
Additional Comments:	Our 4-H group from Eau Claire County, Wisconsin is looking for an exchange trip. Eau Claire County is a beautiful rural county of forests and farms - dairy, livestock and crops. The city of Eau Claire is approximately 60,000 and offers many resources including a university, museums, and theatres. A sampling of activities that we have offered former exchange groups includes canoeing, hiking, inner tubing, trips to waterparks and the Mall of America in Minneapolis, tours of dairy farms and cheese factories, and much more. We also provide quality time with our 4-H families in order to form new friendships and learn from each other. Our exchangees are mostly 15 and 16 year olds, but we would host on a greater age range. Would you be interested in exchanging with us? Please reply to katy.forsythe@ces.uwex.edu or call me at (715) 839-4712. Thank you!

State:	Wisconsin
County:	Green
Contact:	Jeff & Chris Stauffacher, jcrstauff@charter.net
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2010—July 20, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2010—July 20, 2011
Number of Participants:	10-15
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Green County is located in the southern part of Wisconsin and is located close to the state capitol of Madison. We are a beautiful part of the state with a lot of rolling hills and beautiful family farms throughout the county. Our group is made up of rural and town families however. Monroe is the county seat with a population of 10,800. We have participated in the exchange program for several years and just finished an exchange with Virigina. Other recent exchanges include Missouri and Kansas. Green County offers a lot of historic locations, small family farms, local cheese factories, and an ever expanding commercial/industrial segment. We are proudly known as the Swiss Cheese Capitol of the World, largely due to the numerous Swiss settlers and multiple cheese factories that still continue to operate today. We are centrally located to travel to a wide variety of places. We are within driving distance to the Mississippi River and Lake Michigan. Large cities that offer opportunities include Madison, Green Bay, Milwaukee, and Chicago, IL. In the past, we have visited the State Capitol, gone to a Milwaukee Brewers game, Harley Davidson museum, and, of course, a visit to Wisconsin Dells for some waterpark fun. We are willing to show you whatever you would like to see. Travel and hosting dates are negotiable. We would travel first or host first. We look forward to meeting new friends from a new part of this country. While seeing the area is fun, we know it is truly the friendships that we make on these trips that will stay with us through the years. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Give us a call at 608-325-1225 or email at jcrstauff@charter.net Talk to you soon.

State:	Wisconsin
County:	Kewaunee
Contact:	Mary Kornely, marykornely@aol.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 15, 2010—August 15, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 15, 2010—August 15, 2011
Number of Participants:	5-12
Ages of Participants:	13-18
Additional Comments:	Kewaunee County, Wisconsin 4-Her's have participated in 4-H Out of State Exchanges for over 30 years! With each trip we have been introduced to another region of this great nation and have made lifelong friends. We have traveled to Pennsylvania, Colorado, New York, Kansas, Iowa, Georgia ..... We love hosting! Kewaunee County is located in Northeastern Wisconsin on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. We are only 25 miles east of Green Bay and 90 miles north of Milwaukee. Some activities we have enjoyed sharing with our guest have included a tour of Lambeau Field - the Home of the Green Bay Packers; visits to corporate dairy farms, Harley Davidson, Experimental Aircraft Association - including flights in single engine airplanes, charter fishing and boat rides on Lake Michigan... We have gone camping in beautiful Door County- enjoying swimming, paddleboats, canoeing, miniature golfing, and watersports. We love the challenge of planning activities to meet the needs and requests of our Exchange guests. Currently our group is small but we are regrouping and recruiting. We draw 4-H members from 4 high schools in the county - Algoma, Denmark, Kewaunee and Luxemburg-Casco. Our families are all certified and ready to host. Kewaunee County's claim to fame is that we have only "ONE stoplight" in the entire county.

State:	West Virginia
County:	Harrison
Contact:	Suzanne, SuzanneWilson14@gmail.com
Preferred Travel Date:	June 13, 2011—July 31, 2011
Will Host:	Yes
Preferred Host Date:	June 13, 2012—July 31, 2012
Number of Participants:	8-15
Ages of Participants:	14-19
Additional Comments:	Located in Wild Wonderful West Virginia, Harrison County is rich in history, beauty and culture. While visiting us, possible activities could include trips to West Virginia University, Jackson's Mill, Charleston, white water rafting, picnics in the mountains or lots of other local attractions. Harrison County is the eighth most populated county in West Virginia and uniquely diverse with members coming from rural farming backgrounds, as well as larger urban settings. We are looking for an exchange partner for 2011-2012. We like to travel first and host second if possible, but are flexible. Exchange with us and experience a vast variety of cultures and lifestyles all in one place. Our previous exchanges have been with Kansas, Wisconsin, New York, and Maine.