[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 142 (Friday, September 6, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1092]
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                   CONGRATULATING BRADLEY COUNTY 4-H

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                          HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 6, 2019

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to extend my deepest 
congratulations to the Bradley County, Arkansas 4-H Forestry Team and 
to Braden Harrod on their exceptional representation of the Natural 
State on a national level.
  Braden Harrod, Gregory Hilliard, David McGhee, and Madison McGhee, of 
Hermitage, Arkansas were named National Champions at the 40th Annual 
National 4-H Forestry Invitational. Braden Harrod also won the high 
point individual award during the competition. The team was led by 
Coach Joe Don Greenwood. This is the third Bradley County 4-H national 
championship title since 2016.
  The national event featured skills testing in various areas such as 
tree identification, tree measurement, compass and pacing, insect and 
disease identification, topographic map use, forest evaluation, the 
forestry bowl, and a written forestry exam.
  Mr. Greenwood and these students exhibit exemplary work ethic and 
superior skill in preparation for this competition each year. As a 
fellow forester, it is a supreme encouragement to see young Fourth 
District Arkansans nurture a knowledge of good resource management and 
stewardship. I look forward to witnessing the further success of these 
students as they continue to represent our district and our state on a 
national level.

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