4-Hers show the public their charitable side

In the photos, from the top: 13-year-old Travis Brunelle of Corning 4-H decorates water bottles that will be given out to the homeless; Westside 4-H member Nicky Parks, 9, and others try their hand at the craft; and 6-year-old Raven Osborne of Red Bluff decorates a dress that will be sent to a young girl in Africa.

The activity was one of many at the Tehama District Fair grounds on Saturday as 4-H held an open house, showing the public that the organization isn't just about raising animals. It was almost as busy as fair time at the grounds, as a children's resources day and a St. Elizabeth hospital-sponsored health fair were also being held.

For my full story on the 4-H open house, check CapitalPress.com later today.