On the Road to Leadership
After a few years of enjoying New Mexico 4-H’s hospitality, we are taking this leadership trip to another state! On the Road to Leadership (formerly called the New Mexico Senior Leadership Retreat) will continue as an annual out-of-state trip, and we’ll visit one of our neighboring states each year to learn about the state’s industries, culture and 4-H program.
For 2026, we’ll be traveling to Lafayette, Louisiana, and we’re making plans to visit Galveston, Texas, as well. The cost of the trip will be $900 for youth participants. As On the Road to Leadership provides different opportunities each year, we’re going to allow participants who previously participated to return, if space allows. We’re also seeking adults (volunteers or educators) who would like to serve as chaperones during the trip.
The trip transmittal form will be on ZSuite under events, and it must be completed by county educators by Nov. 21. Counties will be invoiced for payment after all delegates and alternates are confirmed. Rule of Law Scholarships have been approved, and ROL applications are due Nov. 1.
- Trip dates: Jan. 22-26, 2026
- Rule of Law application for financial assistance due: Nov. 1
- Adult chaperone applications due: Oct. 31
- Trip registration due via ZSuite: Nov. 21