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THE VOICE OF 4-H Vernon County 4-H Family Newsletter
Vol. 2011 Issue 269 October
An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and DA. Extending the resources and knowledge of the University of Wisconsin system to the people of Vernon County.
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so 10 days before the program activity so that proper arrangements can be made.
4-H Focuses on…..
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Relating to Others
Planning and Organizing
Learning to Learn
Communicating with Others
Leading Self and Others
Relating to Change
Applying Science & Technology
Developing Self
Mental and Physical Health
Vernon
County
VERNON COUNTY UW-EXTENSION STAFF
Colleen B Pulvermacher Karen Ehle-Traastad
4-H Youth Development Educator Family Living Agent, Department Head
[email protected] karen.ehle-traastad @uwex.edu
Timothy K Rehbein Sonya Lenzendorf
Agriculture Agent WNEP Coordinator,
[email protected] [email protected]
Cindy Daniels, 4-H Secretary/Bookkeeper Brenda Adams, Ag & Family Living Secretary
[email protected] [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS Masthead Pg 1 Pathway to Success Pg 2 Club News Pg 3 November Calendar Pg 4 L/P Federation Minutes-August Pg 5 L/P Federation Minutes-September Pg 6 Animal Project/Award Trip News Pg 7 James W. Crowley Award Pg 8 Friend of 4-H/Special Leader/ Award Pg 9 Volunteer of the Year Awards Cont. Pg 10 4-H Horse Leader Conference Pg 11 4-H Volunteer e-Forum Pg 12 4-H Art –Photo-Drama –YLC Pg 13 4-H Singers-Art Camp-Lab-Beat Pg 14 Other News Pg 15 UW-Madison Open House Pg 16 What’s Going On/Recipe Pg 17
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Pathway to Success — Putting Your Best Foot Forward
Before you know it you will have opportunities for leadership, volunteer experiences, mentoring, and
internships. The key to making the most of these opportunities lies in learning how to embrace opportunities
with poise and confidence. Come to this interactive session to learn how to create a positive first impression.
We will take an up close and personal look at dress, grooming, posture, attitude, communication and coping
with conflicts! This session will also feature basic table manners, which we will practice at lunch! In the
afternoon we will learn the basics about completing applications and interviewing.
This class has been taught at local, regional and state levels and past participants report that this class has
helped them:
Communicate better Resolve conflicts Ask for a teacher or coach recommendation
Apply for volunteer or paid opportunities Meet adults with ease Speak confidently
This program is open to all students currently in 7th grade or older.
Thursday, October 27th 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vernon Memorial Medical Center Conference room A.
Minimum attendance of 15 required! Cost is $15.00 for the conference, materials and lunch.
________________________________________________________________________________________
Name_________________________________________________________ Current grade______________
Address________________________________________________________Phone____________________
Dietary
restrictions_________________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature__________________________________________________
Date_____________________
What are you hoping to learn at this
session?_____________________________________________________
Send payment of $15.00 per person to UW-Extension, 318 Fairlane Drive, Viroqua, WI 54665 by October
17th.
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Springville Superstars—Katherine Larson
August—The meeting of the Springville Superstars 4-
H Club was called to order by Megan Bakkum at 7:04
pm. The pledges where lead by the Oldenburg and
Lepke families. Katherine Larson did roll call and the
Secretary’s report. Megan Bakkum gave the
Treasurer’s report. Brandon Lee gave the Parent
Leader Federation Report. Julie Larson did the Club
Leader Update. Club plans for the 2011-12 4-H year
will take place in August and a suggestion sheet was
passed around for member ideas on community
service, fun, fund raising and meeting activities.
Under unfinished business, Julie Larson talked about
the Volunteer Orientation and our plans to offer this at
a club meeting. We also talked about painting at
Cornerstone Christian as a community service project.
The club should watch for an email on the date.
Katherine Larson talked about her trip to the
Citizenship Washington Focus in Washington DC.
Brianna Hall talked about the Area & State 4-H Dairy
Judging. Fair entries are to be turned in tonight. Julie
Larson talked about the 4-H Food Stand-we need
workers for Thursday afternoon and Saturday night. A
sign-up was passed around. Beth Lee will call the
families when fair entry passes and fair exhibitor tags
are ready to be picked up. The Oldenburg and Lepke
families have August treats, cans, and clean up.
Brianna Hall moved a motion to adjourn the meeting
and Jansen McClelland seconded it. The meeting was
adjourned at 7:26 pm. After the meeting, we had a
kickball game and before the meeting we made pie
crusts for our pies for the 4-H food stand. Each family
should bring one two-crusted pie during our shifts at
the 4-H food stand.
East Ridge Beavers—Jennifer Stiltner
August—We discussed our scheduled time at the 4-H
food stand at the fair and had a sign-up sheet for
working. Justin, Landon, and Killian talked about 4-H
camp. We voted to have a pizza party at our
September meeting. We will be decorating an exhibit
space at the fair and voted to spend up to $20 on
materials. We had a fair project show and tell. List of
upcoming 4-H events: Working at 4-H food stand at
the fair on September 15th, 2011 from 4:00-7:30 pm.
Walkathon in Chaseburg.
The Vernon County 4-H Leader Parent Federation is
looking for interested adults to serve as vice president
and treasurer for the 2012-2014 term which will begin
with the January 2012 meeting.
The purpose of the Federation is to:
a. Assist the Vernon County University Extension office
staff in planning, conducting and administering the 4-H
program in Vernon County.
b. Set policies and provide financial support for 4-H
activities, trips and programs.
c. To serve as an advisory body to County Extension
personnel with regard to the county 4-H program.
The Vice President role is a two year term, the first year
being a support to the President of the federation and the
second year to moving into the President role.
Duties include:
Filling in for executive officers that may not be able to
attend a meeting, including leading the Federation meeting
if the President is not able to attend.
Serve as chairman of the promotion committee.
Assist in providing 4-H officer training.
Please consider:
--Consistent attendance at the monthly 4-H Leader Parent
Federation Meetings (currently held third Wednesday
evening of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings last 1 –2 hours).
--Willingness to learn other officer roles.
--Provide leadership on the promotion committee and in
organizing 4-H club officer training.
The Treasurer position is a two year term.
Duties include:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records of the 4-
H Leader Parent Federation.
Pay bills and make deposits as authorized by the approved
annual budget.
Provide monthly written financial reports at all 4-H Leader
Parent Federation meetings, including committee balances.
Assist in preparation of annual budget.
Please Consider:
--Consistent attendance at the monthly 4-H Leader Parent
Federation Meetings (currently held third Wednesday
evening of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings last 1-2 hours).
--Checks and deposits need to be made weekly. This
requires a trip to and time at the Extension Office
--Accounting software, laptop and printer are provided
for this position.
--Attention to detail and accuracy are critical in this
position.
Please contact Tom Titel, Federation President,
606-1310, if interested in these important positions.
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Trip Award,
Leadership
Application,
Friend of 4-H,
Special Leader &
Volunteer of the
Year –
DEADLINE!
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4-H Volunteer e-
Forum
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Volunteer
Orientation
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Extension Office
Closed
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4-H Enrollment
DEADLINE!
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Leader/Parent
Federation
Meeting
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4-H Volunteer e-
Forum
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20 21 22
4-H Volunteer e-
Forum
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Extension Office
Closed
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UW-Madison
Animal Sciences
Open House
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November 2011
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Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation Minutes
4-H Parent Leader Federation Meeting Aug. 17, 2011
Meeting called to order 7pm
Pledges were led
Those in attendance: Courtney Moser-Joy Moser, Seas Branch Smithies
Tom Titel - Rainbow Reachers (Officer, Leader/Parent Federation)
Forrest Krause-Robert Krause, Enterprise Eagles
Deb Primmer MM/Rt. 56
Joanne Hornby, DD/BB
Jim Hawthorne, Nerison (Officer, Leader/Parent Federation)
Ann Marie Elwing, Lucky Clovers
Thank You correspondence was read.
June 17, 2011 meeting minutes read -Joy Moser moved to accept- 2nd Joanne Hornby
Treasurers Report given ($12,524.16 checking bal. $48K investments)
There are ongoing adjustments with the new accounting format.
There will be a bylaw change allowing any Federation BOD to sign and approve checks in the absence of the
treasurer. Motion by Deb Primmer- 2nd from Ann Marie Elwing, Motion carries.
The monthly 4-H newsletter format was reviewed. A new booklet format was approved to start with the Oct.
Newsletter. Motion made by Forrest Krause- 2nd from Deb Primmer, motion passed.
The new 4-H Food Stand design was reviewed. Material bids will be solicited from Nelson Agri Center and
Nuzum Lumber and reviewed. Locating used kitchen equipment was discussed and more information will be
provided. Fund raising ideas were discussed for the food stand.
New Business
Upham Woods Capital Campaign to raise money form camp enhancements tabled to further date. Motion
from Joanne Hornby- 2nd Deb Primmer motion carries to table.
A committee of Tom Titel, Joanne Hornby and Jim Hawthorne was formed to recruit a Vice President and
Treasurer for 2012. The VP and Treasurers terms are 2 years with 10 meetings per year. This will be added
in the next newsletter along with the job descriptions. Deb Primmer made a motion 2nd, by Jim Hawthorne for
this committee. Motion carries.
Annual fund raising ideas were discussed and tabled. Joanne Hornby motion- 2nd Deb Primmer, carried.
Colleen Pulvermacher presented the Educators report. Tjark Satler enjoyed his internship and the vast
experience of opportunities given to him in Vernon County. A thank you letter will be sent to Tjark.
An overview of Terrific Tuesdays was given, reviewing the attendance and learning opportunities. More
adult volunteers and project leaders are needed for 2012.
Outpost Camp had a large attendance from Vernon County. A great experience was enjoyed by all. Betty
Nigh and Tony Siler were Chaperones.
There will be a Community Focus trip to Minneapolis in June 2012 with a cost share, more details to come.
A 4-H Youth Retreat will be held for 7th grade and up, Dec. at Chula Vista Resort, a one day workshop from
9am to 2:30. There will be a discount for rooms if you choose to stay.
New officer training will be the last Thursday and Friday in October, club leaders should reply with those
attending.
Art Fest will be held Sat. March 3, 2012. Snow date is Sat. March 17, 2012.
4-H Camp for 2012 will be July 29-31.
Project Guides and Handbooks are complete.
The Next meeting will be Sept. 21, 2011, 7pm at the gov 't services bldg.
A motion to adjourn from Forrest Krause, 2nd from Robert Krause, carried.
Submitted by
Jim Hawthorne Draft
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Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation
Special Meeting of Executive Officers– September 7, 2011
Present: Executive Officers: Tom Titel-Rainbow Reachers, Jim Hawthorne-Nerison, Tammy Sherry-MM/
Rt 56, Joy Moser-Seas Branch Smithies, Food stand sub-committee: Betty Nigh-Lucky Clovers, Deb
Primmer-MM/Rt 56, Tim Rehbein-Vernon County Agricultural Agent, Colleen Pulvermacher, 4-H Youth
Development Educator
Vice-President Jim Hawthorne called meeting to order at 4:35pm.
Pledges were recited.
New Business: Action on the 4-H food stand
Tim Rehbein talked on the future of the Vernon County 4-H Food Stand. Tim had drawings for the new food
stand. The plans for the new stand where done by Matt Mills. The reason for the special meeting was
because Mr. Lloyd Hardy the construction teacher at the Viroqua High School had asked for information on
the future of the food stand because his students only meet in the fall semester of school. Mr. Hardy’s class
will demo the old stand and then build the structure once the concrete is poured and plans have been approved.
He needed to know so he could set his schedule for the fall. What could be saved from the old stand and
auctioned off to raise money for the new food stand? They will ask Lloyd Hardy if anything could be saved.
Mr. Hardy won’t proceed until after our meeting on the 21st.
Tim has talked to various supply companies about the cost of new or good used equipment for the new
building.
We received information on:
Bill of Materials
Steel Roof
Concrete work – Lloyd would like professionals to do it
Water will be overhead instead of under the concrete
What is required from the state to be certified for the air exchange system? Would 2 screen doors at
each end be good enough for air exchange or would we have to have a system which would cost
$7,500. Tim will find out by next Fed meeting.
Building permits from the city
Fire Protection Hood may be required - Tim will find out by next Fed meeting
Hot water heater and plumbing
Electrician
Tom would like to see special meetings as a situation arises.
Joy moved to proceed with the demolition of the old food stand and Betty seconded. Motion carried
Joy was wondering about fund raising at the fair for the new food stand. Fundraising will begin after
everything is final. The front elevation drawing will be displayed at various areas of the fairgrounds.
Let the minutes reflect that this was unanimously agreed on to begin this after this Vernon County Fair 2011.
The food stand subcommittee will have everything together by the next meeting.
The foods stand committee: Betty, Cheryl, Deb, Tom, Jim Hawthorne and Mary Jo Bringe.
The concrete around the fair food stand is cracked. It was suggested to spray orange paint on all the raised
cracks so know one person will trip on these cracks and get hurt.
Next Federation Meeting will be on Wednesday, September 21, 2011
President Tom Adjourned Meeting at 5:12 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Tammy Sherry
Secretary
Draft
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Animal News
Congratulations to our Vernon County 4-H
Wisconsin State Competition Participants!
State Fair Dairy
From left front: Krista Hall, Jozie McClelland, Allison
Hardy, Arlisa Landis, Michelle Gutenberger, Courtney
Moser and Brianna Hall. Middle row from left: Kathryn
Swenson, Lily Lepke, Leif Thompson, Logan
Gutenberger, Josh McClelland, JJ McClelland, and Colin
Landis. Back row from left: Katherine Larson, Katie
Wendorf, Austin Cade. Jacob Leum, Thomas Larson,
Logan Moser and Ryan Gutenberger. Missing from the
photo was Shana Hardy.
State Fair Beef
Claire & Allison Hawthorne
James W. Crowley 4-H Dairy Leadership State
Winner — Congratulations Jacob Leum!
Fifteen Wisconsin dairy youth received James W.
Crowley State 4-H Dairy Leadership Awards at the
2011 Wisconsin Junior State Fair. These youth were
rewarded for their outstanding dairy project work and
leadership ability. Each award winner will receive a
plaque provided by the James W. Crowley Dairy
Management and Extension Fund.
2012 Regional, State & National 4-H Trips
Wisconsin 4-H & Youth Conference CO-OP Y.E.S. (Youth Educational Summit) Citizenship Washington Focus National 4-H Congress National 4-H Conference National 4-H Dairy Conference Space Camp
New in 2012! Southwest Education Leadership Trip
(SWEL) is an opportunity for older 4-H youth in the
surrounding nine counties. Here are the details:
Dates: Tuesday, July 24 through Friday, July 27, 2012
Focus: Tentative plans include travel (possibly by Amtrak)
to Minneapolis/St. Paul, lodging at a college campus,
community service, and visiting sites such as:
* Science Museum of Minnesota
* Mall of America
* Mpls Institute of Art
* Swing Dancing at the Caves
* Paddle Boat or Riverboat Cruise
Cost: Estimated cost $ 500-600 each
Apply today for these opportunities with a cover letter &
resume! Due by November 1st!
Partial funding for all award trips is generously provided
by the Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation.
Space Camp funding is $200.00 towards the cost of camp
for first timers. 4-H members returning to Space Camp may
be awarded partial funding.
In the case of financial need, additional funds are available
by contacting Colleen Pulvermacher,
4-H Youth Development Educator, (637-5276) for a
confidential discussion.
.State 4-H Horse Expo
Taylor Boardman, De Soto Strivers 4-
H club, represented Vernon County at the State
Horse Expo, which took place at the Wisconsin
State Fair grounds, September15th– September
18th. Taylor competed in the age group 12-13, and
reported there were a total of 160 horses that
competed just in the trail class! Taylor received 2
grand’s 2 reserves and 8 top tens over the course of
this competition with her horse Sir Quincy Zip and
educational events.
Congratulations!
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James W. Crowley 4-H Dairy Leadership Awards
The James W. Crowley 4-H Dairy Leadership Award program provides recognition to youth who have excelled in their dairy project. The James W. Crowley Dairy Management and Extension Fund is the sponsor of this award. We are pleased to name the award in honor and memory of James W. Crowley, longtime Extension Dairy Specialist and strong supporter of dairy youth projects. A special engraved medallion will be presented to the outstanding 4-H dairy project member in each county for their accomplishments in 2011. These medallions are provided by the Crowley Fund. County Award winners are eligible to compete for 15 state-wide awards. State winners will receive plaques and the top two youth in the state competition will each receive $500 awards for continuing their dairy education.
SELECTION Selection of the Leadership Award will be based on each county’s own selection criteria. Possible criteria could include evaluation of record books, selection by a county dairy committee/agent, or any other selection method that the county deems appropriate.
ELIGIBILITY Must be currently enrolled in the 4-H Dairy Project and have at least two previous years of
membership in it. Must be in 10
th-12
th grades as of January 1, 2012.
Should have an outstanding record of involvement and accomplishments in the 4-H Dairy Project.
AWARD TIMELINE August 2011– March 2012 – Counties select individual winners using their own selection criteria. March 31, 2012 – Each county should submit the name and address of the county award recipient by March 31 to Beth Heinze. A second individual from the county may be nominated for the state-wide award. That individual’s contact information must also be turned in by March 31. April 15, 2012 – The Extension Youth Specialist will send each county winner/nominee an application to compete for the statewide awards. June 1, 2012 – State Award Forms must be returned by June 1 to Beth Heinze. July 15, 2012– 20 finalists for interviews will be notified. August 1, 2012 (at State Fair) - Finalist interviews August 4, 2012 – Winners announced at the Governor’s Dairyland Youth Celebration ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------
Complete Vernon County James W. Crowley 4-H Dairy Leadership Award application and information is available at the UW–Extension Office and or on our website: Vernon.uwex.edu.
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VERNON COUNTY 4-H NOMINATION FORM
NOMINATIONS DUE: November 1st (Please select one, use a new nomination form for each award area)
FRIEND OF 4-H AWARD
SPECIAL LEADER AWARD
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Purpose: Annual awards given to those who truly support the 4-H program, special 4-H leaders and the volunteer of the year. Friend of 4-H This award is designed to recognize a business, organization or individual that supports the Vernon County 4-H Program. The “friend” does not need to reside in Vernon County. The “friend” must not be a current certified 4-H leader. Nominations may be submitted by 4-H members and leaders in the Vernon County 4-H program. Supporters may receive the nomination more than once. The Vernon County Leader/Parent Federation will make the final selection.
Special Leader Award is an annual award given to 4-H volunteers who do an exceptional job of providing learning experiences for 4-H members. Nominations must be submitted by4-H club officers. Each club may nominate one leader in the 1-3 years of leadership category and one in the 4 years or more category. SPECIAL NOTE: A leader may be recognized only once in each category (1-3) and (4 and over).
Volunteer of the Year Award is an annual award given to a 4-H leader or volunteer who actively and willingly without constraint or guarantee of reward, shows constant support of the Vernon County 4-H program.
I nominate (Business, Group, or Person) _____________________________________
Candidate Address: _____________________________________________________
City ____________________ Zip ______________ Telephone____________________
Nominated by: ___________________________________________________________
(Signature of person or club who is nominating the candidate)
Address: _______________________________________________________________
City ____________________ Zip ______________ Telephone ____________________
Position in 4-H: __________________________________________________________
(ex. General Leader, Project Leader, Resource Leader, Youth Member, etc.)
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Please describe the leadership/service/expertise this person/group/business has given to Vernon County 4-
H. How has their involvement impacted 4-H? Provide plenty of detail to give your nominee the very best
opportunity for recognition!
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If selected, who will be presenting this award?
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Mail competed form to:
UWEX – 4-H Leader/Parent Federation
318 Fairlane Drive #318
Viroqua, WI 54665
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2011 WISCONSIN 4-H HORSE LEADER
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
UW-Oshkosh - Nov. 11-13, 2011 Registration Deadline is October 17th, 2011
(No refunds given after November 2nd)
REGISTRATION FEES Conference Registration-------------------------------------------- $10.00 per person $_____
Lodging (2 persons per room)
TWO nights November 11 & 12 $26.00 per person
ONE night (Circle one) Fri. Nov. 11 or Sat. Nov. 12 $13.00 per person $_____
Meals (Choose One Option)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on Sat & Breakfast on Sunday $25.00 per person
Lunch and Dinner on Sat and Breakfast on Sunday $20.00 per person
Lunch and Dinner on Saturday only $15.00 per person $_____
TOTAL FEES ENCLOSED---------------------------------------------------------- $______________
Enclose fees with registration. Please make checks payable to: UW-Extension
DO NOT SEND CASH
Name:_____________________________________________County:___________________ (if more than one person registering on this form, provide the name of each person)
Address:__________________________________City:__________________Zip:_________
Phone: (_____)_________________ Male____ Female ____
Adult____ Youth _____ Grade (If Youth) ____ Only Youth Leaders 7th grade and older
Chaperone name and county ___________________________________
**All youth must list the name of a chaperone who will also be attending the Conference
**All rooms are double occupancy. If you request a single room, the rate will be $24.00 per night per person.
Return form and fees to:
Lynn Pfeiffer
4-H and Youth Development
436 Lowell Hall
610 Langdon Street
Madison, WI 53703
Make checks payable to: UW-Extension
For Questions Call:
Liv Sandberg at (608) 263-4303 e-mail: [email protected]
Registration Deadline October 17, 2011
No Walk-in registrations No refunds after November 2, 2011
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2011 North Central Region 4-H Volunteer e-Forum
Join other 4-H Volunteers in your community to learn cutting edge information from experts across the
North Central Region. Gain new knowledge you can share with your 4-H members throughout the year!
UW Extension Office 2nd floor Conference Room
We will begin with a potluck meal at 5:30 p.m. Please bring a dish to pass, table service and beverages will
be provided. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Each session will be two hours in length You can attend
any or all sessions, whichever works into your schedule.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION For more information, visit: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/ncrvd/NCRVF2011.cfm
Positive Youth Development (Monday, November 7) Quality Matters: In Chocolate and 4-H Programs—Brenda Shafer, University of Minnesota
The Teen Brain: A Work in Progress—Annette Haas, University of Wisconsin-Extension
4-H Program Management (Thursday, November 17) Keeping Your Cool While Working with Youth—Pat McGlaughlin, Sheri Seibold, University of Illinois
Reducing the Risks of 4-H Club Meetings—Vicki Schwartz, Ohio State University
New & Emerging Curriculum (Tuesday, November 22) Get Connected in Your 4-H World—Rachelle Vettern, North Dakota State University
4-H Science—Dixie Sandborn, Michigan State University
Community Service Learning—Steve McKinley, Purdue University
To register for the e-Forum please RSVP by contacting Colleen Pulvermacher, 4-H Youth
Development Educator 637-5276 or [email protected] by November 1st.
These FREE programs are open to all 4-H certified adults and youth leaders are welcome as well!
The 4-H Volunteer e-Forum has been
developed and provided by the 12 states of the North
Central region. Sponsorship of the
e-Forum has been provided by Monsanto.
Plan now to join us at the 2012 North Central Region Volunteer Forum
in Wichita, KS, October 11-14!
Visit: http://www.kansas4-h.org/p.aspx?tabid=314 for more information.
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4-H ART TEAM
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
4-H PHOTO TEAM
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
4-H DRAMA COMPANY
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
STATE YOUTH LEADER COUN-CIL
http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/youth/
leadership.cfm
What is it? State Art Team creates art-work around a theme for WI 4-H & Youth Conference. They design and organize the WI 4-H & Youth Conference Art Exhibit, reception, and provide guided exhibit tours. They teach seminars and train to be peer leaders for county and regional events including the Wisconsin State Fair.
What is it? The State 4-H Photo Team of 10-12 youth photographers take digital photos of Confer-ence events and groups, and prepares a Conference Pow-erPoint presentation. The Photo Team will also partici-pate at the Wisconsin State Fair!
What is it? An exciting opportunity for high school youth to serve as theatre ambassadors. At WI 4-H & Youth Conference, youth will share their skills through a performance and teaching seminars. The Drama Co. will also perform for the first six days of the Wisconsin State Fair!
What is it? Wisconsin 4-H Youth Leader Council (YLC) are youth lead-ers representing districts throughout Wisconsin with the purpose to strengthen 4-H Youth Development programs by promoting 4-H, providing leadership at Wisconsin 4-H & Youth Conference, and com-municating needs between local and state levels.
Application Requirements: Youth who are presently in high school are eligible to ap-ply. Interested youth must complete the on-line applica-tion available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Just click on the appropriate tab
Application Requirements: Applicant forms are available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Qualifications for Photo Team include photography experi-ence, as well as experience with PowerPoint.
Application Requirements: Youth who are presently in high school are eligible to ap-ply. Interested youth must complete the on-line applica-tion available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Just click on the appropriate tab
Application Requirements: Applicant forms are available at http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/youth/leadership.cfm Reference from local 4-H Youth Development Agent is required. Eligibility Require-ments: 1. Completed 8th and not exceeded the completion of 11th grade 2. Elected to represent one of the six Extension districts
Time Commitment/Location: Prep weekend (March 30-31,
2012), Camp Upham Woods
June 21-24, 2012, UW-Madison just prior to WI 4-H & Youth Conference
WI 4-H & Youth Conference, UW‑Madison, June 25-28
Wisconsin State Fair, August 2012
Time Commitment/Location: Prep weekend (March 30-31,
2012), Camp Upham Woods
Arrive Sunday evening before WI 4‑H & Youth Confer-ence and work through the end of conference, UW‑Madison, June, 24-28, 2012
Time Commitment/Location: Prep weekend (March 30-31,
2012), Camp Upham Woods
June 21-24, 2012, UW-Madison just prior to WI 4-H & Youth Conference
WI 4-H & Youth Conference, UW‑Madison, June 25-28
Wisconsin State Fair, August 2012
Time Commitment/Location: Member Requirements Fall Forum (October 29,
2011), Spring Retreat (March 30-31, 2012)
June 24-28, 2012, WI 4-H & Youth Conference
Other Statewide events: WI State Fair, WI 4-H Foun-dation Fundraisers
Fulfill committee work
Application Deadline: January 28, 2012 Cost: $500 Scholarships available
Application Deadline: January 28, 2012 Cost: $350
Application Deadline: January 28, 2012 Cost: $500 Scholarships available
Application Deadline: Sept. 1 Elections are held at Fall Fo-rum Cost: $100, typically funding can be secured through your county’s Leaders Association.
Chaperone Needs: A minimum of one male and one female chaperone are needed for each of the April and June weekends and Con-ference.
Chaperone Needs: One male and one female chaperone are needed for Conference. Chaperones serve two-year terms.
Chaperone Needs: A minimum of one male and one female chaperone are needed for each 15 youth for rehearsal and performance times.
Chaperone Needs: The Council has two adult advisors and support from the 4-H Youth Development Of-fice.
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
For additional information contact: MaryBeth Seib 920-296-2851 [email protected]
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
For additional information contact: Betsy Olson 608 723 2125 [email protected]
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4-H SHOWCASE SINGERS
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
For Middle School 4-Her’s
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Art Lab
For High School age 4-Her’s
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
North & South
For 4-Her’s in grades 3-5 http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
What is it? Since 1987 the Wisconsin 4-H Showcase Singers have been dazzling audiences at the Wis-consin 4-H & Youth Confer-ence, the Wisconsin State Fair and more! The group is com-prised of 4-H members, high school age and older who perform “show choir” material.
What is it? A camp for middle school 4-Her’s in grades 5-8. Camp-ers are taught by older 4-H youth and rotate through each session. Sessions include photography, music, drama, communications, visual arts and juggling!
What is it? An exciting weekend of going “In-depth” with your favorite arts topic! Sessions will in-clude painting & drawing, the-atre, choreography, photog-raphy, culinary arts, leather craft, clowning, fiber art and much, much more!
What is it? Now there are TWO camps for 4-H members in grades 3-5 and their parents and leaders. Sessions are taught in music, drama, visual arts, arts and crafts, juggling and more!.
Application Requirements: Youth who are presently in high school are eligible to ap-ply. Interested youth must complete the on-line applica-tion available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
AND Attend the audition on January
28 at 3 pm or submit a DVD/Video of a musical perfor-mance that highlights your singing & dancing ability.
Application Requirements: Applicant forms are available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Just click on the appropriate tab
Application Requirements: Applicant forms are available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Just click on the appropriate tab
Application Requirements: Applicant forms are available here: http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hartswisconsin/
Just click on the appropriate tab
Time Commitment: Prep weekend (March 30-31,
2012), Camp Upham Woods
June 20-24, 2012, UW-Madison just prior to WI 4-H & Youth Conference
WI 4-H & Youth Conference, UW‑Madison, June 25-28
Wisconsin State Fair, August 2012
Time Commitment/Location: Saturday and Sunday, October 6-7, 2012 Counselors meet for two days August 18-19, 2012, and on Friday evening prior to Arts Camp, which is held at Camp Upham Woods, near the Wisconsin Dells.
Time Commitment/Location: Friday, January 27 at 7 pm. To Saturday, January 28 at 3 pm. 4-H Camp Upham Woods Wisconsin Dells. Auditions for 4-H Showcase Singers Saturday at 3 pm.
Time Commitment/Location: Friday evening and Saturday, ArtBeat! North February 24-25, 2012, at The Beaver Creek Reserve, Eau Claire County ArtBeat! South March 23-24, 2012 Camp Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells
Application Deadline: January 28, 2011 Cost: $500 Scholarships available
Application Deadline: May 1 - Counselors Sept. 1 - Campers Cost: $60.00
Application Deadline: December 9, 2011 Cost: $40.00
Application Deadline: 2012 ArtBeat! North-January 27 ArtBeat! South- February 10 Cost: $40.00
Chaperone Needs: A minimum of one male and one female chaperone are needed for each 15 youth for all of the rehearsal and perfor-mance times.
Adult Leader/Chaperone Needs: Adults are needed to assist with leadership and chaperone roles during the camp and counselor training.
Adult Leader/Chaperone Needs: Adults are needed to assist with leadership and chaperone roles during the camp. Adults participate in leader training activities.
Adult Leader/Chaperone Needs: Adults are needed to assist with leadership and chaperone roles during the camp. Adults participate in leader training activities.
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
For additional information contact: Tim Talen 920-946-0688 [email protected]
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NUTRITION EDUCATOR-70%
CRAWFORD/VERNON COUNTIES
The Cooperative Extension, UW-Extension, Crawford/Vernon Counties Nutrition Education Program has a
part-time (70%) position open with primary job responsibilities in Vernon County.
Provide nutrition education to youth and families living on limited incomes.
HS graduate or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree in education, nutrition or community health preferred.
Must have reliable transportation.
Salaried position with benefits.
More information and application materials are available at http://vernon.uwex.edu/
Sustainable Agriculture Grants
The 2011 North Central Region - Sustainable Agriculture Research and
Education Program (NCR-SARE) Youth & Youth Educator Grant Call for
Proposals is now available.
These grants are intended to provide opportunities for youth in the
North Central Region to learn more about Sustainable Agriculture.
Sustainable agriculture is good for the environment, profitable, and
socially responsible. A total of approximately $34,000 is available for
this program.
There are two options:
1. YOUTH GRANTS. These grants are for on-farm research, demonstration,
or education projects by youth ages 8-18. Research and demonstration
projects are for hands-on efforts to explore Sustainable Agriculture
issues and practices. Education projects can involve teaching others
about Sustainable Agriculture or attending a Sustainable Agriculture
conference, workshop, or camp. $400 maximum.
2. YOUTH EDUCATOR GRANTS. These are grants for educators to provide
programming on sustainable agriculture for youth. $2,000 maximum.
Interested applicants can find the call for proposals online as well as
useful information for completing a proposal at
http://www.northcentralsare.org/Grants/Types-of-Grants/Youth-and-Youth-Educator-Grant-
Program.
Proposals are due by 4:30 pm, Thursday, January 12, 2012 at the NCR-SARE
office in Jefferson City, MO.
Potential applicants with questions can contact Joan Benjamin, Associate
Regional Coordinator and Farmer Rancher Grant Program Coordinator, at
[email protected] or 573-681-5545 or 800-529-1342. A hard copy or
an emailed copy of the call for proposals is also available by
contacting Joan Benjamin. SARE makes slight revisions to its calls for
proposals each year, which means it is crucial to use the most recent
call for proposals.
If you have questions about the SARE Program or these grants you can
also contact the Wisconsin SARE coordinator, Diane Mayerfeld, at
<[email protected]> or at 608-262-8188.
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UW Madison Animal Sciences host Open House
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal Sciences invites
high school juniors and seniors and transfer students interested in exploring an edu-cation in Animal Sciences to an Open House on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a 9:30 a.m. registration. A registration deadline of a firm com-mitment is requested by November 8th. High School Juniors, Seniors, Transfers and their parents will gain a firsthand look of the department as they tour campus and fa-cilities and learn of the exciting opportunities available to the major. Faculty and cur-rent students will be available for questions. To RSVP and for more information, download a registration form from the UW Animal Sciences web site www.ansci.wisc.edu. You can also contact Kathy Monson at 608-263-5225 or [email protected]. Register early, seats are limited!!
UW-Madison Open House
Registration Form November 29, 2011, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Deadline is November 8, 2011
Name of Student:__________________________________________________ Mailing Address: __________________________________________________ Email Address: ___________________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________________________________ Name of School: __________________________________________________ Year in School (i.e. Junior, Senior): ___________________________________ How many people are attending in addition to yourself?____________________ Request parking, $12.00 Yes ______ No ________ (Check payable to University of Wisconsin-Madison) Return registration form along with parking check (if applicable) to Kathy Monson by deadline to: 1675 Observatory Drive, Madison, WI 53706 [email protected] phone: 608-263-5225 fax no. 608-262-5157
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DAY
DATE ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION
Saturday Oct 1 Project Activity Reports –Deadline UW-Extension Office
Sun—Wed Oct 2-5 2011 National 4-H Dairy Conference Madison
Wednesday Oct. 5 Carcass Evaluation Dinner 7:30 p.m. Viroqua High School
Sun.—Sat. Oct 2-8 National 4-H Week—4-H Radio Ads
Broadcasted
Sat.—Sun. Oct. 8-9 4-H Arts Camp Upham Woods,
Wisconsin Dells
Monday Oct. 10 Volunteer Orientation 7:00 p.m. Cornerstone Christian
Academy
Monday Oct. 17 Pathway to Success—Registration
Deadline
4:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office
Monday Oct. 17 4-H Horse Leader Conference—
Registration Deadline
Lynn Pfeiffer—UW-
Extension, Madison
Wednesday Oct. 19 Leader/Parent Federation Meeting 7:00 p.m. UW-Extension Office
Thursday Oct. 27 Pathway to Success—Putting Your
Best Foot Forward
10:00 a.m.—
2:00 p.m.
Vernon Memorial
Medical Center Conf.
Rm A
Nov. 1 Tuesday North Central Region 4-H Volunteer
E-Forum Registration Deadline
4:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office
Nov. 1 Tuesday Trip Award, Leadership
Application, Friend of 4-H, Special
Leader & Volunteer of the Year—
DEADLINE
4:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office
Here’s What’s Cookin’
October Recipe
From the Kitchen of Joanne Hornby
Davis Diggers/Belgium Builders 4-H Club Leader
Sausage & Cheese Balls
Ingredients Instructions
1 lb pork sausage (I use half pork & half beef) Mix all ingredients together. Shape into small
2 1/2 C Sharp Cheddar Cheese—Grated balls. Bake at 350 for 15 to 20 minutes. Use a
2 C Bisquick or Jiffy mix broiler pan to catch the drippings. Serve hot or
1/4 C Water cold.
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