The Great Minnesota Get Together!

Year number three!  This is the third year that the CHS Miracle of Birth Center has been open at the Minnesota State Fair.  The CHS Miracle of Birth Center is a collaboration between the Minnesota FFA, The University of Minnesota School of Veterinary Medicine, and the Minnesota Veterinary Association.  

I was fortunate enough to join the first crew of officers as we opened the Birthing Center and the FFA Leadership House.  The leadership house is designed a bit different this year.  With a theme of "Experience the Legacy," all fair attendees have the opportunity to do just this.  By going from station to station fairgoers will actually experience what it is like to be in FFA and Agriculture.  It was great seeing people walk through our new exhibit from 5 year olds to 65 year olds.  

As the day went on so did the FFA Judging.  Following the judging we held the awards program on the Christensen Farms Stage.  We were joined by Lt. Governor Carol Molnua.  As she inspired members with her stories of agriculture we we wrapped up the program. 

The first day of the fair was a great success.  I hope that everyone will stop by the CHS Miracle of Birth Center and FFA Chapter Leadership House when they visit the State Fair!

Stationed by the Rising Sun,

Derek