Lancaster farming. (Lancaster, Pa., etc.) 1955-current, March 07, 1992, Image 64

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    824-Lancaster Firming, Saturday, March 7, 1992
Teen Volunteerism On
UNIVERSITY PARK (Centre
Co.) —A recent Gallup Poll blasts
the notion that teenagers spend
hours after school yakking on the
phone or blaring the stereo. In real
ity, many devote several hours a
week to church, school or com
munity service.
"This survey showed teens vol
unteering at the same rate as adults
or higher," says Dr. Robert Lewis,
professor of 4-H youth in Penn
State's College of Agricultural Sci
ences. "In 1989, 58 parent of
American teens volunteered, com
pared with 54 percent of adults."
Teens reported getting involved
in areas of art, culture, and human
ities (78 percent), education (74
percent), human services (55 per
cent) and environmental causes
(52 percent).
While parents unconsciously
may influence students to volun
teer, the 14- to 17- year-olds who
responded to the survey said the
stimulus came from extracurricu
lar activities (79 percent), schools
(52 percent) and churches (SO
percent).
PAUL B.
TERRA-TRONICS I
Electronic Monitor Measures Working Acres
And Ground Speed
• Easy-to-see digital readout • Easy-to-operate touch sensitive keys
- - • Operates with any field imple-
Jment requiring acre measurement
- pulled, mounted, or self-propell
ed sprayers, combines, etc.
Reg. $202.00
SPECIAL $176.00
At Last! A Reliable, New Stainless Steel
AG-CHEM FOAM MARKER
Each Foam Marker 6700^/1
Contains: <JO»UO Mj|^l
• Mixing chamber for each boom. R eg . ÜB^K
5832,00
• Drop hoses for each boom.
• Electric harness for in-cab J B
controls (on-off/left-right). (-ag — JBB
• Hose for boom lengths up to 47’.
d — ■
The Ag-Chem foam marker offers you efficient operation with a 12 volt
compressor that draws only 9 amps. Independent left and right boom
markers can be controlled from the cab for on-the-go operation. That
lets you operate either boom marker for precise, economical foam
placement. And best of all the Ag-Chem Foam Marker produces a dense
foam within seconds of agitation, and has a dependable output that can be
adjusted for volume.
Use with the new 80-to-l™ high concentrate foam.
Handy Half Gallon . FOAM DYE
AG FOAM For Higher Visibility Foam
Reg. 59.85
SPECIAL
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iSj
$8.95
24000 CALIBRATION KIT
• Tee Jet Calibration
Calculator
• Tee Jet Calibration
Container
• Tee Jet Tip Cleaning
Brush
• Instruction Manual
• Agricultural Spray
Products Catalog
• Tee Jet Nozzle Selection
Among the most important of
these extracurricular activities is
4-H, says Lewis. "The 4-H prog
ram in Pennsylvania and across the
nation encourages young people to
be leaders in their communities."
he says.
"In 4-H, we recognize that teens
have a great capacity for learning,"
he says. "They respond quickly to
new ideas and opportunities for
service. Teens also want a role in
solving social, economic and polit
ical problems. They need a crea
tive outlet for their energy."
Through 4-H leadership programs,
teens learn about planning and
conducting programs and commu
nicating effectively with a variety
of audiences. At annual retreats
and events such as Capital Days,
they learn about citizenship and
working within the political sys
tem to make a difference.
As a result of 4-H leadership
development, many teens become
involved in outreach programs for
troubled youths, neighborhood
crime watch programs, and com
munity health care and bcautifica-
SBHEPH
INC.
SPECIAL
$ 12.00 w..
Guide
Reg.
$59.44
SPECIAL
53.50
The Rise
tion programs,
"In 4-H, wc even see kids inspir
ing their parents to become
involved and serve as volunteer
leaders," Lewis says.
According to another Gallup
Poll, adult volunteerism increased
almost 10 percent from 1988 to
1990. Many credit President
Bush's "Thousand Points of Light"
message as inspiration. Others say
budget cuts for social programs
have prompted concerned indivi
duals to devote their time and
attention towards solving prob
lems such as child abuse, home
lessness and alcoholism.
Whatever the reason, volunteer
ism has positive effects all around.
"Volunteers increase their self
esteem, discover new talents and
develop leadership skills," says
Lewis.
"Young people who volunteer
can increase their chances of find
ing profitable employment. Vol
unteerism also can open career
doors for adults. For older adults,
volunteerism offers thepnnortuni
ty to remain active and continue
making a contribution to society."
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PACER PU
Self-Priming Centrifu
• Self-priming to 20 feet
• Total heads to 120 feet
• Capabilities to 200 U.S. G
• Built in check valve
• Equipped with VA ” or 2
female threaded connectio:
NPT
•3 HP.
‘S’ Series
VA " Or 2” Ports
Reg. $210.00
SPECIAL
$183.75
• 7 HP ‘S’ Series Pump 3" Ports - Reg. $440.00
• ‘S’ Series Pedestal Pump Only VA ” or 2”
Sprayer Nozzles
SPRING SPECIALS
four Complete headquarters for Sprayers & farts
FEATURES:
• 5 HP,
‘S’ Series
2” Ports
$218.75
We A! so
Teejet
And
Accessories
PAUL B. ZIMMERMAN, INC.
396 Woodturner Rd„ Utlte, PA 17543
1 Mile Wei t of Ephrata
(717) 738-1121
* HARDWARE • FARM SUPPLIES • CUSTOM MANUFACTURING » CRANE SERVICE
, Workshop Planned
For Ag Literacy
CHAMBERSBURG (Franklin
Co.) The Pennsylvania
Foundation for Better Living is in
viting kindergarten through fifth
grade teachers to attend the first
“Better Living Through Agricul
ture in the Classroom Workshop,”
July 20-23, at the Pennsylvania
State University.
This fun-filled, hands-on work
shop will focus on the holistic
educational approach, enabling
elementary teachers to develop
projects and lessons that integrate
agricultural concepts into their
existing curriculum, according to
Beth Heald Moore, executive
director of the Foundation. Ar
rangements are being made for
optional university or certification
credit that can be applied for
through Penn State for local Inter
mediate Units.
Teachers will be responsible for
a $lO registration fee and a com
mitment to share materials and
ideas with other local teachers.
Additional costs for conference
Reg. $250.00
SPECIAL
- Reg. $136.00.
lock A Complete
WVjajrcjf
Pumps
And
Accessories
planning, materials, meals and
lodging will be paid by the
Foundation through a $5OO
“Sponsor Your Favorite Teacher
Program” supported by Pennsyl
vania businesses and agricultural
organizations.
“We are currently working with
several agricultural organizations
to establish the sponsorship pro
gram and are seeking additional
donations to help cover the cost of
meals and special events during
the workshop,” Moore said.
Participation in the workshop is
limited: applications will be ac
cepted on a first come, first serve
basis. Interested teachers can re
quest a registration form, and
businesses can learn more about
the sponsorship program by con
tacting Pennsylvania Foundation
for Better Living, Beth Heald
Moore, executive director, 5399
Guitner Road, Chambersburg, PA
17201; (717) 375-2639.
•5 HP.
‘S’ Series
With I/C Briggs
Engine
2” Ports
Reg. $330.00
SPECIAL
$288.75
SPECIAL 5385.00
SPECIAL $119.00
Line Of:
• Sprayer Hose
• Ball Valves
• Nylon Fittings
• Poly Tanks
mgs
oupl
• 5 HP.
“S’ Series
With Honda
Engine
2” Ports
Reg. $464.00
SPECIAL
$406.0
HOURS
Mon., Thurs., Fri.. 7-8:30
Tues., Wed. 7-5:30
Sat ■ 7-4:00