Maple Mountain FFA attended the State FFA Convention in Richfield Utah on March 13, 14, 15. The eight chapter members that attended had the opportunity to listen to inspirational speakers, be motivated by looking at the state winners, and network with members from throughout the state. Maple Mountain and some of the students were lucky enough to receive awards.
Maple Mountain FFA recently attended the Area 5 contests. Malinda Olsen was named the area winner in Sheep Production. She currently owns and manages 4 head of breeding ewes, 5 show sheep, and leases 14 ewes. She has been able to learn a variety of husbandry skills and has done well at competitions throughout the state with her show lambs. Malinda will also be representing the area in the Star State Farmer Competition. She will move on the state competition later this month.
Maple Mountain FFA gave a Gift of Love to the 2012 Festival of Trees. The Festival of Trees is an event where business, individuals, and groups donate trees, wreaths, quilts, and other items. The items are then auctioned off to the highest bidder. One-hundred percent of funds raised at the Festival of Trees benefits children cared for at Primary Children’s Medical Center.
Eight students from Maple Mountain FFA recently attend the Utah Leadership Conference. They had the opportunity to travel to Richfield, Utah where the state had brought in presenters from throughout the state and nation. They attend workshops and learned how to be a better person and leader. Sean CotaMalinda Olsen, RJ Giles, McKay Hales, Wyatt Haycock, Megan Lazenby, Decker Nielson, and Courtnie Perkins attend the workshop. They are exited to bring the information back to the members and help build the chapter.
Derek Tidwell was named the 2012 Utah FFA Proficiency Award winner in the area of Forage Production. The Agricultural Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through their SAEs, have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Derek has worked at James Farm, Inc, which is an alfalfa cubing facility in southern Utah. His duties include driving tractor, pile truck, working the cubing machines, driving the swather, and other odd end jobs.