How to Scratch a Pig's Back
[N the experience of the Enfield Club, boys can be persuaded to speak readily on any subject that they are conversant with. One of the most popular subjects for a written paper, rélated to the imaginary purchase of a farm, and the method by which each boy would conduct his farming operations. General discussions amongst members could
quite easily be brought about by individual members preparing papers on given subjects. This paper can be and usually is criticised, or supplemented by the listeners. In this connection, farming operations allow a wide range of subjects, from scratching the pig’s back to demonstrating skill on a tractor. Some of our boys are interested in_ stock, others in machinery, others again
are students of nature. These boys acquire a valuable knowledge of plants and grasses. Knowledge of this type could quite easily be made of use in club work. Collections of weeds and grasses could be pressed and put on cardboard with names and all characteristics connected with each one _ tabulated. Samples of the various seeds could be kept in sepatate containers and in this way members could be trained to identify readily all seeds which come before their notice. When the collection is complete outside interest could be aroused by arranging exhibits at local. flower shows. Debating among club members should be encouraged to the utmost and where possible, inter-club debates be arranged. A little friendly rivalry of this nature, amongst clubs, would be advantageous to all concerned.-(" Suggestions for Young Farmers’ Clubs,’ by H. Helliwell, 4YA, September 15.)
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New Zealand Listener, Volume 5, Issue 120, 10 October 1941, Page 5
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263How to Scratch a Pig's Back New Zealand Listener, Volume 5, Issue 120, 10 October 1941, Page 5
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