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Rowan County 4-H Newsletter

Save the Date for 4-H Camp!

Are you looking for something fun to do this summer?

If so, then 4-H Camp is for you. Camp applications can be picked up at the Rowan County Extension Office. Camp assistance is available to those who wish to apply and is determined based on need.

IMPORTANT CAMP DEADLINE REMINDERS

May 13th - deadline for camp counselor applications

May 31st – deadline to apply for camp

May 31st – scholarship deadline – (no late applications accepted)

Important Date: When: June 21st - June 24th

Where: J M Feltner, London, KY

Cooperative Extension Service Rowan County 600 West Main Street Morehead, KY 40351 (606) 784-5457 Fax: (606) 784-2407 rcford@uky.edu

April/ May 2016

Camp Applications are now available! As always, payment plans will be available for 4-H Camp this year.

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4-H Dollars & Sense Program

The 4-H Dollars & Sense program is designed to introduce elementary school students to concepts in budgeting and economics. This program focuses on 4th- 6th graders in the school system. Students receive an allowance for a given

month and then have the opportunity to spend that allowance at the booths provided.

This event was conducted with Rodburn, Clearfield, & Tilden Hogge Elementary Schools in the district on March

30th at the Carl Perkins Center.

Remember our Cancellation Policy

The Rowan County 4-H Program follows the same schedule as the Rowan County School System. If school is cancelled for the day due to inclement weather, all 4-H events and activities for the day and night will be cancelled. If you are in doubt about a meeting or activity, contact the Extension Office at 606.784.5457 or your club leader.

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4-H COUNTRY HAM PROJECT

The 4-H Country Ham project got underway in

January and will continue through August.

Try These Recipes

Zesty Herb Salad Dressing

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vinegar 1/3 cup tomato or orange juice ½ teaspoon oregano ½ teaspoon basil ¼ teaspoon black pepper ¼ teaspoon salt Nutrition Facts per serving: 35 calories, 3 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat, 115 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, 0 g dietary fiber, 0 g protein. Source: What’s Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl – Healthy Choice Newsletter

1. Put all ingredients in a jar or bottle with a lid.

2. Put on the lid. Shake well. 3. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before

serving. Number of servings: 5

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STIR FRY VEGETABLES AND BEEF

½ teaspoon ground ginger ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon soy sauce ⅓ cup water 2 tablespoons oil 8 ounces sliced beef 1 cup carrot, peeled and sliced 1 onion, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 package fresh mushrooms, sliced 2 cups broccoli

PEANUT BUTTER BANANA

BREAKFAST SHAKE

1 cup skim or 1% milk ½ cup frozen, sliced banana 1 tablespoon peanut butter ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Mix all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth & creamy. Pour into a tall glass and serve. Number of servings: 1 Nutrition facts per serving: 260 calories, 8 g total Fat, 2 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 200 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 3 g Dietary fiber, 14 g protein. Source: What’s Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl Healthy Choice Newsletter

1. Mix spices, soy sauce and water; set aside. 2. Heat oil in large frying pan and add meat when oil is

hot; stir until brown. 3. Push meat to the side and in the middle of the pan, add

carrots, onions and peppers. Cook them for one minute.

4. Add mushrooms and broccoli. Cook until they are tender.

5. Add liquid mixture and cook until bubbly. 6. Reduce heat, cover pan, and cook for two more

minutes.

Number of servings: 4

Nutrition Facts per serving: 240 calories, 11 g total fat, 2 g saturated fat, 410 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 6 g dietary fiber, 23 g protein. Source: What’s Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl – Healthy Choice Newsletter

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Sincerely,

Raven C Ford County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development

The Cooperative Extension Service prohibits discrimination in its programs and employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin. To file a complaint of discrimination, contact Tim West, UK College of Agriculture, 859-257-3879; Terry Allen or Patty Bender, UK Office of Institutional Equity and Equal Opportunity, 859-257-8927; or the USDA, Director Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W Whitten Bldg., 14th & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 (202-720-5964).