Dave was an 11-year 4-H member in Highland Co., OH with focus on beef project and 4-H camping. As a teen he was a camp counselor, recreation leader and president of the Jr. Fair Board. Dave’ 34-year extension career included County 4-H Agent to three IN counties; state 4-H program specialist in FL; 4-H Program Leader, SC; and, Assistant Director, 4-H in Illinois. As Illinois’ longest-tenured 4-H leader, the program grew to record highs in virtually every enrollment category. In tribute to 4-H and the impact on his life, Pyle created three endowed funds to support National 4-H Council, the University of Illinois 4-H Foundation and The Ohio State University supporting 4-H volunteer training in Highland Co.
Over the years, Dave has conducted research projects that contributed to the international body of youth development knowledge, and he has taught credit courses for North Carolina State University, The Ohio State University, and University of Illinois. Since his "retirement," he’ served on The Ohio State University Leadership Center Advisory Board, and conducted the North-Central Regional 4-H Leader Forum study. He has continued to serve as a volunteer with organizations including Columbus Ohio’ largest food pantry, the Central Ohio Better Business Bureau, Ohio 4-H Sea Camp, and the West Virginia New River Regional Volunteer Initiative.
