Purpose/Objectives
- To learn the basic operating principles of automotive and service engines.
- To learn how to repair and maintain a bicycle, lawnmower, automobile, etc.
- To learn automotive safety rules for the road, etc.
Eligibility
Individuals or teams may compete. Each county may enter up to two participants in each age division.
- 8-10 - 4-H'er must be 8 years old before January 1 of the current year and not have reached their eleventh birthday before January 1 of the current year.
- 11-13 - 4-H'er must be eleven years old before January 1 of the current year and not have reached their thirteenth birthday before January 1 of the current year.
- 14-18 - 4-H'er must be fourteen years of age before January 1 of the current year and not reached their nineteenth birthday before January 1 of the current year. Eligibility: Individuals or teams may compete.
Presentation Ideas
- Parts of a bicycle
- How to care for a bicycle
- How to tighten and replace spokes
- How to prepare a snack for bicycle traveling
- Recreational and business uses for bicycles.
- How to select the bicycle that is right for you
- Safe tips for the road
Resources
- Consumer Auto Reports
- Bike shops
- NC Governor's Highway Safety Bicycle Program
- Internet searches on bicycles
- Local bicycle clubs
Rules/Regulations: See NC 4-H Presentation Regulations.
Suggestions/Helpful Hints
- Use good visuals.
- Know the parts and principles associated with your specific topic.
- Be prepared to answer questions.
- Safety should be used when working with bicycles.
Judging
- Judges will review each presentation and complete a judge's score sheet.
- Judges will use their own discretion as to whether questions will or will not be asked.
- The judge's decisions will be final.
Awards
- District Winners: Medallion & Monetary awards are listed in the 4-H Awards Handbook.
- State Winner: Medallion & Monetary awards are listed in the 4-H Awards Handbook.
