The annual Mother-Son Stampede, a family-strengthening event based on the Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets/Positive Youth Development Model, was held on September 30th at the Truman State University Farm. Coordinated by the Heartland Task Force/C2000 Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition with program planning and implementation assistance from Truman’s Eta Sigma Gamma National Professional Health Science Honorary, boys and their moms actively participated in hayrides, archery, obstacle course, soccer, cider press, pumpkin patch, cowboy lasso, bb gun shooting, educational/Asset booth as well as enjoying dinner and s’mores around the campfire. The activities and booths were staffed by HES volunteers including: Liz Jorn, Evonne Bird and Melody Jennings ES 190 classes and the Cardinal Key Honor Society (Service Sorority).