Dear Editor
I am writing in regards to "4-H trip disappoints supporters" (Regional Optimist Feb. 10), that was written in regards to a Reigning Riders 4-h club trip. It is disgusting that someone would bash a club for this. It's a once in a lifetime trip and for the members and leaders and parents who went and raised the money to go, good for you.
I have belonged 4-H all of my life and now my children are involved. If they had the same opportunity to go on a trip like that we would be supportive of them.
As for the "my money" reference, these kids and leaders worked hard all year, and never had the chance to show their results due to an outbreak of equine flu.
The 4-H program offers many travel and exchange opportunities. In 1997 I travelled across the country, and when my boys are old enough to participate, I hope they take advantage of it.
This club has participated in clinics and the Training Challenge. What's next, Bash this club because they have met Terry Grant and do mock Mantracker games?
It was a trip that anyone given the opportunity would have jumped at. It's up to the letter write if she doesn't want to support our children. There are other people and parents who will help. So, before you decide to bash a club think how hard that club has worked to get to that spot.
Shanny Rowlands
Battleford
