Trempealeau County 4-H Newsletter February 2016 CLOVER

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Trempealeau County 4-H Newsletter1
February 2016 CLOVER disPATCH
February 2016
Hello Everyone,
inside this issue:
Calendar
Club Minutes
Foods Revue Results
MAQA
Recaps and Upcoming
Educational Opportunity
Century Farm App.
American Spirit West App
Camp K Counselor App
Scholarships/Contests
Leaders’ Board
Funding Request Forms
MAQA Ed Form
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Trempealeau County
UW-Extension Office
36245 Main St. Po Box 67
Whitehall, WI 54773
Phone: (715) 538-2311 Ext. 210
Fax: (715) 538-1974
Website:
http://trem
pealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/
Facebook: https://
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The days are already getting longer which means it
is time to gear up for another fantastic year of 4-H projects, events, and activities. It is also time to be thinking
of what you would like to show at the county fair. Livestock weigh ins are coming up and its never too early to be
thinking of what other projects you can show off!
I am sure many of you are starting to sort out your
summer calendars and inside this newsletter you can find
out information on the State Fair, Camp Kinnissippewa,
and other fun activities.
If you are new to 4-H and are looking for more information about some of these opportunities just ask
your club members, leaders, and officers or the Extension
office and we will do everything we can to make sure you
can navigate and participate in these programs! New families are great to see and have a lot to offer our clubs. If
you are a new member this year then I want to thank you
for becoming a part of our family and welcome you to everything 4-H has to offer!
Adam Trunzo
4-H Youth Development Educator
Camp Kinnissippewa will be held
from June 28-30, 2016.
Registration is OPEN in 4-H Online!
Sign up today!
Trempealeau County CLOVER disPATCH
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Please Visit: http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/ for up to date event info.
February
February 1
Youth Conference Registration, Adult Advisor &
Coordinator books available online
February 1
Space Camp payments due
February 4
Pork/Corn/Soy Expo, WI Dells
February 5-6
WI Cattlemen’s Association Winter Conference, WI Dells
February 6
Indianhead Sheep Breeders Shepherd’s Clinic & Trade
February 14
Valentine’s Day
February 15
Office Closed—President’s Day
February 15
CWF payments due
February 15
National 4H Conference payments due
February 15-29 CWF 4honline registration is open to youth first come, first assigned
February 15
National Program(s) Adult Advisor applications due
(CWF, Space Camp, NCg)
February 18
Ash Wednesday
February 20
Festival of the Arts—Whitehall High School
February 20
Art Beat registration deadline
February 22
Leaders Board Meeting, 6:30pm Tremplo Room
February 27
Beef weigh in, NFO, Independence
February 27
Poultry Project Meeting - Tremplo Room, Courthouse
February 28
Floral Design Day
March
March 2
March 5
March 5
March 7-8
March 8-9
March 12-13
March 15
March 15
March 17
March 18-19
March 20
March 20-21
March 25
Registration Deadline for Art Beat
Quiz Bowl & Skillathon
WHA Spring Sale, Lancaster
Coop YES Conference, Eau Claire
Eau Claire Farm Show
WSA Annual Meeting & Spring Spectacular Sale
National 4H Conference payments due to the State Office
Space Camp payments due to the State Office
Saint Patrick’s Day
Space Camp Counselor and Adult Advisor mandatory
Training; optional delegate Workshop March 28th
Palm Sunday
Art Beat
Good Friday - Office will be open all day
PLEASE NOTE THE APRIL HORSE CLINIC DATES ARE CHANGED TO APRIL 9th & 10th
instead of April 16th & 17th
March 28
Leaders’ Board Meeting, 6:30pm—Tremplo Room
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Club Minutes
2015 Bronco Bux meeting minutes
November 8th 2015
The meeting was called to order at 1:12pm at Riverland Energy in Arcadia. Pledges were lead by
Ally and Stephanie. Attendance:
What was good and new was shared. Secretary’s report was read by Rylie. Motion to accept by
Katie, Raquel second it, approved and accepted. No treasurers report today as Nikki was absent.
Old business: December 4th is the date to give your used saddle pads to Kim to send off to be reused in 3rd world countries. 2015 fair reviewed, all agreed it was a relaxed fair. Some decorations
were left up. Remember, premiums could be revoked from the fair board. State gymkhana was
successful! Goal for next year is to have more participants from Trempealeau County!! 4H trail
ride in Houston MN was a hit! This year, planning a more local ride in the fall. Speaker system at
fair, $600 approved for fairboard to use in the horse area for 2 extra speakers and a headset.
New business: Fair book change: Mules do not qualify for state fair participation. Ava made a motion and Zoey second, motion carried. Lacey made a motion to change the time back to 5pm for
games at fair. Too hot at that 3pm time, also, livestock weigh in happens at that 3pm time frame as
well. Ally second the motion, motion carried. Vote on new officers – Most improved, Horse Person
of the year 2015, and Horse of the year 2015.
President-Jaydin Guza
Vice President – Lacey Filla
Secretary- Rylie Guza
Treasurer – Nikki Madden
Most improved 2016- Olivia Killian
Horse Person of the year 2015 - Jaydin Guza
Horse of the year 2015- Ben
Discussed Calendar of events, clinics
Fundraiser will be Rada by the Hembd family. Information given at meeting. Funds raised are good
for one year only. Used for sponsorships first.
Goals for 2016: Community service, Pietrek Park, fencing at Eagle view trail.
Andis Clipper request: Lidia volunteered to do this. Will report at next meeting if she heard back.
Next horse project meeting: January 11th, 6:30 at Elmaro winery. Motion to adjourn by all, carried.
The January meeting of the Silver Creek Valley 4-H Club was called to order on January
10 . Roll call was taken and there were fifteen members present. Treasurer’s report was read and
approved. Secretary’s report was read and approved.
For new business there was “Give from the Heart”, the archery class, and the youth pig application. Also for new business it was decided that the club was interested in a roller skating activity in
March. There was discussion about the club T-shirt it was decided to table the subject till next meeting.
For old business there was the winter activity which will be held on January 31 st at 1:00pm
the club will be paying for half the activity. In addition, for old business there are the Maqa and officer training.
The next meeting will be held on February 14th at the Galesville Town Hall. Brant Robinson
moved to adjourn and Gavin Smikrud seconded. Meeting was adjourned.
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Club Minutes
January 11th 2016 Meeting
6:50 pm, Elmaro Winery
Trempealeau County 4H Horse Project
Call meeting to order by president Jaydin
Pledges: Led by Olivia
What is good and new shared. Present today; Rylie, Jaydin, Zoey, Lacey Filla, Nicole Madden, Sevannah
Olivia, Lidia, Sierra, Morgan, Mason, Ava, and her little brotherand many parents
Secretary’s report: read by Rylie
Motion to accept secretary’s repot by Lidia
Second by Zoey
Motion carried
Old business:
Rada fundraiser complete, numbers coming in from Daun and Ally-next meeting
Will be doing a that’s my pan fundraiser in the next couple months – Connie to bring info
New Business: Forms for 2016- online by February meeting, and on facebook by February meeting
New Horse project volunteer: Angie Hart- She will come to the February meeting at Soppa barn. Meet her and
discuss future needs for the horse project. What would you like her to work on with us?
Reminder, March meeting is the t-shirt contest, be working on your designs! All free hand drawings. Must contain “Trempealeau County 4-H Horse Camp 2016” in the design. Also, all letters must be free hand as well. No
computerized designs. No lined paper. 1st and 2nd place will receive $5. 1st place on the horse camp t-shirt,
2nd place will be on the fair program. Each design is worth 5pts of Bronco Bux. Limit 2 per person.
Next Horse project meeting: February 7th, 1pm Soppa Barn, Arcadia (bring our horse for the possible first ride
of the year and get the bucks out!! Free riding prior to meeting. This is not required J)
Reminder, 2 business meetings needed for fair qualification! In addition, 1 clinic with your horse is required.
Get these meetings in now! Don’t wait until the last minute!
Motion to adjourn meeting: Zoey, Savanah second and motion carried.
STAY WARM!! See ya next meeting!!
January Minutes
The Coulee Clovers 4H club met on January 17, 2016. Kaelyn called the meeting to order. Addison led the
American pledge with the 4-H pledge was led by Janesa. The roll call was taken by Micah by answering the
question, “What is your favorite animal?” Kaelyn read the secretary’s report. A motion was made by Addison
to accept the secretary’s report and Janesa seconded it. Cindy read the Treasure’s report. A motion was
made by Evan to accept the treasure’s report and Micah seconded.
Old Business
Reschedule our trip to Bruce Mound, which was cancelled for today due to the cold weather. The group decided to try to meet at Bruce Mound for the February meeting. We have a few families who still need to turn in
sizes for the t-shirt orders. Kari was going to send emails to get those sizes.
New Business
The group discussed different ideas in regards to activities that we could do for upcoming months. Some ideas
shared were: bowling, movies, and going to see a play or sporting event.
Leader’s Report
Cindy shared many of the important dates that are found in the newsletter including: Festival of the Arts, Food
Revue, Leader’s Training, New Club Officer Training, and shooting sports. We also discussed the request
found in the newsletter in regards to sharing with our local food pantries.
The next meeting will be at Bruce Mound on February 14th at 1p.m.
After the meeting each member took photos from one event from the past year and scrapbooked a page for the
Coulee Clover scrapbook.
Respectfully submitted by Colton Lejcher
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Club Minutes
On January 4, 2016, the Glasgow Hardies Creek Busy Bees met at the Hardies Creek Lutheran Church. Alexi called the meeting to order at 6:00, and Allison read the treasurer’s report.
Jordan read the secretary’s report. Kinley Anderson led the American pledge, and Aleah led
the 4-H pledge.
Thank You’s:
Thank you to the Lloyd and Schindler families for the help with setting up Light Up Galesville.
Old Business:
Alexi led a discussion about our last community service project.
Brooke, Helen, Kinley, Elsie, Avery, and Claire talked about their experiences in November
and December at the club creative days.
Jordan, Brooke, Alexi, and Aleah talked about their experiences with a visit at the women’s
shelter outside of Whitehall after school.
New Business:
The club musical will start their practices soon. Anyone who is interesting in being in the
musical about puppies and pigeons should let a leader know.
The county foods revue is in February at G-E-T High School. Anyone who is interested
should participate.
We played the Name Game to learn all of the new members in our club’s names.
Respectfully,
Jordan Hein, Secretary
On January 17 the Frenchville Cloverleaves 4-h club met at the Ettrick town hall at 6 pm. Shyanne
called meeting to order. Pledges were led by Hailyn and Sawyer. Morgan did roll call based on your
hair color. Gracie did treasurers report. Hailyn did secretaries report.
Shyanne discussed our new business. We got new members in our group, we are giving to the give
from the Heart. We also discussed some events that are coming up like, MAQA, foods revue, festival
of the arts, club officer training, shooting sports, camp kinnissippewa, weigh in for beef, date of the
fair, candy bar fundraiser, and our yearly trip.
Then we finished are meeting with a craft which was painting a Canvas to make a bigger picture and
adjourned meeting.
Secretary Hailyn Grandt
CLUBS!
Submit the minutes from your last meeting for admission in the CLOVER disPATCH, so your members can
see the highlights and other clubs can see your good
example!
Email to Adam Trunzo by the 20th of each month at
[email protected]
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Foods Revue Results
Food Showmanship
Ages 5-8 “Winter Themed Snack”
Blue Ribbon - Jazlyn Olson, Sawyer Smock
Red Ribbon – Kinley Andersen, Robert Mooney
Ages 9-10 “Fall Themed Appetizer”
Red Ribbon – Devon Baier,
Ages 11-12 “Summer Themed Liunch”
Blue Ribbon – Rachel Knudsen, Elsie Marley
Red Ribbon – Morgan Baier, Olivia Mooney
Ages 13-14 “Spring Themed Dinner”
Blue Ribbon – Isabelle Mooney, Sophie Munson
Food Projects
Ages 9-10
Blue Ribbon - Devon Baier
Ages 11-12
Blue Ribbon – Morgan Baier
Decorated Cookies
Ages 7-10
Blue Ribbon – Jazlynn Olson, Claire Rolbiecki
Red Ribbon – Devon baier, Amy Hein, Robert Mooney
Ages 11-14
Blue Ribbon – Rachel Knudsen, Brooke Rolbiecki
Red Ribbon - Kaci Kahler-Pyka, Samantha Nelson
Decorated Cupcakes:
Ages 7-10
Blue Ribbon – Nolan Burken, Sawyer Smock
Red Ribbon – Kinley Andersen, Devon Baier
Ages 11-14
Blue Ribbon – Kaci Kahler-Pyka, Isabelle Mooney
Red Ribbon – Morgan Baier, Sarah Burken, Elsie Marley,
Olivia Mooney
White Ribbon – Hayley Andersen, Rachel Knudsen, Samantha Nelson
Ages 15-19
Blue Ribbon - Cami Subra
Decorated Single Layer Cakes
Ages 7-10
Blue Ribbon – Kinley Andersen, Amy Hein
Red Ribbon – Nolan Burken
Ages 11-14
Blue Ribbon – Hayley Andersen, Kaci Kahler-Pyka
Red Ribbon – Morgan Baier, Sarah Burken, Sophie
Munson
Any Other Decorated Item
Ages 7-10
Blue Ribbon – Sawyer Smock
Red Ribbon - Devon Baier
Ages 11-14
Blue Ribbon – Morgan Baier, Paige Subra
Red Ribbon – Jordan Hein
Ages 15-19
Blue Ribbon – Cami Subra
Fudge, Cooked Candy
Blue Ribbon – Samantha Nelson, Sawyer Smock
Red Ribbon –Amy Hein, Jordan Hein, Cami Subra
Molded Candy
Blue Ribbon –
Samantha Nelson
Any Other Candy or
Confection
Blue Ribbon Isabelle Mooney
Sawyer Smock
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
SAWYER SMOCK
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MAQA
MEAT ANIMAL QUALITY ASSURANCE
ALL livestock exhibitors MUST BE MAQA certified (market and breeding stock) to be
eligible to show at the Trempealeau County Fair.
ALSO
All Trempealeau County junior beef, swine, sheep or goat exhibitors must meet MAQA requirements and attend one additional educational event to be eligible to show at the Trempealeau County Fair. Each exhibitor must complete these two requirements prior to the fair
and turn in a signed participation form to the extension office prior to July 1, 2016. This includes breeding and market classes. Participation forms will be available on the 4-H website
at http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/forms-applications/.
Two Meat Animal Quality Assurance (MAQA) classes will be offered this year (see below for
date and location.) All youth exhibiting meat animals at the Trempealeau County Fair must be
MAQA certified.
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Ages 9-11, (beginner), must attend an MAQA certification workshop every year to exhibit
livestock.
Ages 12-14, (intermediate), will be able to either test out at the intermediate level or recertify annually.
Ages 15-18, (advanced), will be able to either test out at the advanced level or re-certify
annually.
Ages 19, if you are exhibiting at the county fair or State Fair, you will be required
to test out at the advanced level or attend the MAQA certification workshop.
If you are planning to test-out, you will be given three opportunities to pass the test, per
day. YOU ONLY HAVE 1 chance per day to test out or if you fail the test you can sit in
the class and retake the test at the end of the class. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TAKE
THE TEST AT THE END OF THE CLASS IF YOU DIDN’T SIT THROUGH THE CLASS.
In order to test-out, you must have a minimum of 70% correct answers on the exam. Anyone
attempting to test-out who does not receive a score of greater than 70% must attend an
MAQA workshop to re-certify.
You can certify at any level by attending an MAQA workshop.
Check out the following website for MAQA classes in other surrounding counties:
fyi.uwex.edu/maqa/maqa-meetings
MAQA for Youth is scheduled for:
Tuesday, March 15th Trempealeau County Courthouse, Whitehall, in the Tremplo Room
Test Out: 5:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.
Class: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 19th, at Gale Town Hall, Galesville, in the Community Room
Test Out: 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Class: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
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Weigh-in Dates
Poultry Project Meeting
Saturday Feb 27, 2016
10AM to Noonish
Trempealeau Room of County
Courthouse, Whitehall
All members new and experienced
should plan to attend.
Poultry Judge and Breeder Jim
Laatsch will attend.
Bring your poultry questions
And ideas for this year’s project!
Trempealeau County’s 4-H
Shooting Sports Project
Starting Tuesday February 16th
and running every Tuesday until
March 22nd with March 29th
being the Fair shoot.
6:30-8:00pm
Location: Whitehall Rod & Gun
Club
N39355 Johnson Valley Rd
Whitehall WI 54773
4-H youth will learn the basics
of archery and nature education.
Beef weigh in is Feb 27th from 10 to
noon at NFO Independence
(snow date is March 5th.)
Sheep weigh in is Apr il 23r d from 10
to noon also at NFO Independence.
Swine weight in is Apr il 9th 9 to
noon at Trempealeau County Fair
Grounds.
4-H Meats Judging Contest
This contest test the knowledge of youth in
placement of carcass and retail cut classes, carcass grading, retail cut identification and a quiz.
This contest occurs annually with the teams traveling to Kansas City, MO and Denver, CO for national competition. There is a Junior Division as
well at the state level.
Saturday February 20, 2016 at UW Madison,
Meat Lab
Registration starts at 12:30pm
Forms available at:
http://fyi.uwex.edu/
youthlivestock/programs/4hmeatscontest/
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Recaps and Upcoming Events
LITTLE MISS/LITTLE MISTER CONTEST
Trempealeau County is once again having a Little Miss/Little Mister Program this year!
All forms and information can be found at:
http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/4-h-projects/little-misslittlemister-4-h-clover-contest/
The enrollment deadline for this program is June 1st so start
planning your application today!
26th ANNUAL
MONROE COUNTY
4-H
FUR, FIN & FEATHER
SHOW
April 9, 2016
SPARTA BARNEY CENTER
1000 EAST MONTGOMERY STREET
SPARTA, WI 54656
Badger Dairy Camp
An annual camp held in June and is open to
youth between the ages of 12 and 18. This
camp, held on the beautiful University of Wisconsin Madison campus, provides an excellent
opportunity for youth to get hands on experience learning how to fit and show animals.
Youth also learn about the purebred cattle industry and attend workshops including
“Roaming Through the Rumen”. Instructors for
the camp include dairy industry leaders, graduate students, and UW professors.
Each year the camp is open to one hundred
youth. This three day event is open to all dairy
youth, come near or far, between the ages 12
and 18. Although the majority of our campers
come from Wisconsin, we welcome out of state
campers and in the past have had camper come
from as far as Texas, Arizona, New Mexico,
Florida, Colorado, and Washington state!
The 2016 Badger Dairy Camp will be held
June 9-11.
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State Fair Updates
REMINDER! 2016 Wisconsin State Fair Market Steer Identification Deadline Approaching!
Youth interested in showing market beef at the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair will need to get their animal projects DNA/RFID identified through the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) by the respective State Fair eligibility deadlines. WLIC is coordinating a statewide DNA/RFID identification program for
Wisconsin County and State Fairs. This identification system allows animals which are DNA/RFID identified
through the WLIC County and State Fair program to meet Wisconsin State Fair Identification requirements as
long as the process is completed (all forms returned and samples on file) by the respective Wisconsin State
Fair identification deadline postmark.
Wisconsin State Fair DNA/RFID identification deadlines (postmark):
Beef: Monday - February 8, 2016
How do I get my animals identified?: Request DNA/RFID tag identification by going to the WLIC website at www.wiid.org. Click on the button “DNA Program". Print out, complete and mail the request form with
payment to WLIC. Make sure you return DNA and required paperwork to WLIC by the Wisconsin State Fair
identification postmark deadline listed above. Tags and paperwork are ONLY available through WLIC. The
Wisconsin State Fair Office no longer processes DNA/RFID tag requests.
How much will DNA/RFID identification cost?: $10 per animal identified for required DNA and RFID tag
identification. If your animal has an existing 840 RFID ear tag you can purchase and submit a DNA envelope
separately for $5. Be sure to list the existing RFID ear tag number on the paperwork and DNA submission.
Will my County DNA/RFID tag qualify for Wisconsin State Fair?: Wisconsin State Fair will accept all
DNA/RFID samples submitted through WLIC by the respective Wisconsin State Fair identification postmark
deadline. Samples for Wisconsin State Fair postmarked after the Wisconsin State Fair identification deadline
postmark will NOT be accepted. Please check the WLIC website (www.wiid.org) to verify which counties are
participating in the statewide DNA/RFID identification program.
What if my County is not participating in the statewide DNA/RFID program?: No problem! Request
Wisconsin State Fair DNA/RFID identification through WLIC. Make sure you return DNA and required paperwork to WLIC by the Wisconsin State Fair identification deadline postmark listed above.
Do I need to let Wisconsin State Fair know I have my animal DNA/RFID identified?: No required DNA/
RFID identification paperwork needs to be sent to Wisconsin State Fair. Wisconsin State Fair will receive
eligible market animal identification numbers from WLIC after the Wisconsin State Fair DNA/RFID identification postmark deadline. Potential exhibitors are required to submit their Fair entries prior to the June (online
or paper) entry deadlines by entering directly with Wisconsin State Fair. DNA/RFID identification is NOT your
entry to the Fair.
Performance Sites: The 2016 Wisconsin State Fair Junior Beef Performance contest weigh in sites
and dates will be listed on www.wistatefair.com the week of February 1st.
Questions related to the DNA/RFID identification process contact: WLIC [email protected] – 888.808.1910
Questions related to Wisconsin State Fair or entry procedures contact: [email protected] or
414.266.7000
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Give From the Heart
February activity sponsored by the Trempealeau County 4-H Ambassadors.
This February, we invite all 4-H clubs to make donations to the food pantry in your town. This countywide campaign is needed to help assure that no one will go hungry this winter. We are hoping that
each club can encourage your club members to “Give from the Heart” by donating non-perishable food
items. Items to donate include peanut butter, fruit juice, canned fruit, pasta/rice; canned fish/meat,
hot or cold cereal, canned soup, spaghetti sauce, boxed meal starters and any non-perishable food
item.
Let’s have a little friendly competition between the 4-H Clubs in Trempealeau County!
We are asking
each club to submit a count of the items donated to the local food pantry along with the number of
club members and we will calculate a percentage of participation.
This would keep it fair for both
smaller clubs and larger clubs.
Please submit this information to [email protected] by March 1st
The winning club will receive a pizza party coordinated by the Trempealeau County 4-H Ambassadors.
The winning club will also be recognized as the club who really “Gives Through the Heart” for our local
food pantry.
Thank you for your support!!
2016 TREMPEALEAU COUNTY DAIRY BREAKFAST
Saturday June 11th
The Dairy Breakfast will be at the Artic View
Dairy Farm
Paul and Lyn Halderson
N17388 County Road T
Galesville, WI 54630
They will be serving breakfast from 6am - 11am
The menu will be pancakes, sausages, cheese curds, milk and coffee
If you have any questions, please contact Kay Wiemer at 608-323-3325,
Trempealeau County Dairy Committee
Livestock Update!
COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) has been rescinded by Congress and USDA for beef and pork products. Thus as we enter this project year for the 2016 fair season, no COOL forms will need to be collected from the beef or swine exhibitors.
However, sheep and goat COOL forms are still to be collected as they were not a part of this legislation.
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MAQA Educational Opportunity
Livestock Learning Webinar Series Returns in 2016
Contact: Bernadette O’Rourke, 608-263-4304
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 608-263-4304
(Madison:) UW Extension and the UW Madison Animal Sciences Department will again be
hosting a “Livestock Learning Webinar Series” starting in January 2016. This series is best suited
for older youth to gain animal project & issue based information. Attendees will gain ideas about
project based leadership and career goals with the species of Beef, Sheep, Swine and Meat Goats
in mind. All families are encouraged and invited to attend. You can participate in these webinars
from your home using a computer and your phone or at your local extension office, if your local Extension office plans to host. Sessions are scheduled to run from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, and the following dates and topics planned are as follows:
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Feb. 25 (register by Feb. 23) – Sheep
March 31 (register by March 29) – Swine
April 28 (register by April 26) – Meat Goats
To participate, please register at this website no later than 2 days prior to each session:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rL09GIprTnUQ9pGiG9Ghv5_5U3Mdoc2wwd9Yfhmsns4/
viewform?usp=send_for
We ask that participants register no later than 2 days prior to each session, so there is time for connecting information to be sent. An email address is also required to receive materials and connecting information. There are a limited number of lines available so please register early.
Continue to visit the site as we confirm speakers. If you have any questions about this series
please contact Bernie O’Rourke, Extension Youth Livestock Specialist at [email protected].
Webinar programs are provided as a service of the UW Cooperative Extension and the UWMadison Department of Animal Sciences, and are hosted by Bernie O’Rourke, Extension Youth
Livestock Specialist. The webinar system provides a two-way voice & visual communication between speakers and listeners and are free to the public.
More information for this program can be found at: http://fyi.uwex.edu/youthlivestock/programs/
livestock-learning-webinar-series
Buffalo County 4-H Dairy and Meat Goat Clinic
The Buffalo County 4-H Dairy and Meat Goat Clinic will cover different breeds of dairy and meat
goats. Laura, Ed, Andrea, Ella and Anna Rippley are hosting the event and teaching the clinic.
Youth will learn about basic health issues, nutrition for kids to adult goats, shelter options, showing
requirements from what to wear and how to fit the goat and even a discussion on different products
available from dairy and meat goats. The class will be open to questions and, if weather permits,
we will travel to the Rippley Family Farm for the youth to tour our kid raising facility. Youth and
adults in 4-H Youth Development are invited to participate.
The clinic will be held in Waumandee at the Waumandee State Bank Community Room on March
6, 2016 at 1:30 pm.
Contact should be made to 608-626-3921 or email [email protected] to register.
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2016 American Spirit West Adult Chaperone Application
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Purpose: The purpose of the 4-H American Spirit West Experience is:
1. To provide a learning experience to increase knowledge and understanding of America’s natural heritage.
2. To increase awareness of our state and nation’s natural resources and have youth become active in their local
natural environments to create healthier and well-informed citizens.
3. To further develop skills in leadership and personal expression of values.
4. To increase youths’ awareness of self in relationship to other group members.
5. To identify one or more ways to share what youth have learned with their clubs and counties.
Who can apply?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old at time of program.
Applicants must have completed the Wisconsin 4-H Youth Protection program and currently be registered as 4-H
leaders.
What are the expectations of Adult Advisors?
Applicants must be in good physical condition. This trip will be very active and chaperones will need to be able to
hike for multiple hours
You can expect long periods of riding on a bus.
Participants may experience high temperatures.
Public speaking is required.
Adult leaders must work cooperatively with fellow Advisor team members and remain with the delegation at all times
during the program.
Participation at scheduled teleconference orientations is mandatory. (There will be two options to choose from)
How much time does it require?
Advisors are required to attend a teleconference orientation. There will be two options for this in April or May.
Availability for the duration of the program: June 22-July 2nd.
What does it cost?
Registration, lodging and travel expenses are covered for the program; some meals are at the Adult Advisor’s expense (the same meals that are at the youth’s expense).
What are the criteria for Advisor selection?
Motivation: An applicant’s first and foremost reason for applying must be motivated by a genuine desire to lead a
youth group, attending to the group’s welfare and education, not for a vacation or to experience a son or
daughter's program.
Experience: An applicant should have previous experience chaperoning local, county, district or state overnight or
extended programs, whether for 4-H, school, Scouts, or other youth groups.
Gender: Youth must be represented by adults of their same gender.
Interpersonal communication: Leaders must be team players who work together.
Leadership ability. Effective teams unify a variety of talents: organization, “people skills”, guiding….
Outdoor experience: An applicant should be comfortable sleeping in tents and hiking a few miles.
Sense of humor! A vital part of state and national 4-H programs is having fun, both for youth and adults.
How do I apply?
A complete application must be submitted to Anna DeMers ([email protected]) by March 1st.
A county 4-H Youth Development Agent’s reference is required.
All applicants will be notified of their status in mid-March.
Contact Person: Anna DeMers, 4-H Youth Development Educator, Washburn County UW-Extension, 850 W Beaverbrook
Ave, Suite 1, Spooner, WI 54801, [email protected], 715-635-4444.
An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and American with Disabilities (ADA) requirements.
2016 Wisconsin 4-H Adult Advisor Application
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Name ______________________________ Address _____________________________ City _________________ Zip _______
4-H County __________________________ Gender _____ Years youth leadership experience _____________________________
Tel (days) (_____)__________________
Tel (nights) (_____)__________________
Best time to call __________________
Cell phone that you would carry on the program (_____)___________________________
E-mail _________________________
Occupation _______________________
Experience in health care or First Aid _______________________________________
Experience in working with disabilities ___________________________________________________________________________
Please read the expectations listed above. Do you have a physical condition that may affect your ability to complete this program?
_____
If yes, explain: ___________________________________________ Health ___ excellent ___ good ___ fair.
Please complete the questions below. (You may attach additional pages if needed.)
1)
Please share why you are interested in chaperoning the American Spirit West.
2)
What skills, gifts, talents and/or certification do you bring to the American Spirit West Experience Chaperone/Adult Advisor
Position? How will you use your skills, gifts, talents and certifications to ensure the youth participants have a meaningful experience
and the chaperone team is successful?
3)
What other 4-H or non 4-H experiences have you chaperoned? What 4-H or non 4-H travel experiences have prepared you
to be a part of this experience?
4)
What do you think will be the greatest challenge for you in chaperoning and advising this experience?
5)
What do you think will be the best part of chaperoning and advising this experience?
6)
Provide a brief narrative addressing the following: supervisory experience; experience coordinating events; reasons for
wishing to be involved; and what you hope to gain from the experience.
Reference (4-H Youth Development Professional or 4-H Leaders Association President/Member):
Name: _______________________________________ Phone Number: _________________________
After reflecting on these questions and completing the answers, please e-mail your responses to
Anna DeMers at [email protected] by the end of the day on March 1st
An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin Extension provides equal
opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and
American with Disabilities (ADA) requirements.
American Spirit West County 4-H Educator’s Confidential Adult Advisor Reference
Applicant’s Name:
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County:
Is this applicant current under the WI 4-H Youth Protection program? _____ Yes _____ No _____
Please assess the applicant’s suitability and experience to work with youth of different ages, genders, and backgrounds:
Please assess the applicant’s teaching and organizational skills:
Please describe this applicant’s group leadership style and ability to work as part of a team:
Is the applicant tactful and sensitive when working with people whose opinions and actions differ from his/her own?
Interpersonal Relations: As you observe this applicant in relation to other people, is he/she usually: (specify “Yes” or “No” and/or
comments, please)
Comments:
Cooperative
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
Looked to for guidance
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
Respectful
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
Outgoing
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
How does this applicant react to:
Physical Discomfort:
Stress/Pressure:
Sudden changes in schedule:
Awkward and embarrassing situations:
In comparison with persons you have known, how would you rate the applicant in the following areas:
Below Average
Average
Above Average
Top 10%
Emotional Maturity
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
Leadership
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
Enthusiasm/Energy
[ ]
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Self-Confidence
[ ]
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Sense of Humor
[ ]
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Handling Emergencies
[ ]
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Self-Starter
[ ]
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Flexible
[ ]
[ ]
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Please summarize your recommendations by ranking the applicant with persons you have known who possess leadership qualities.
____ Unacceptable
____ Below Average
____ Average
____ Above Average
____ Top 10%
Do you recommend this applicant for participation? ____Yes ____No
Additional Comments (use back of this page if necessary).
Signature:
Printed Name:
Title: _____________________________________________
Date:
Please return to Anna DeMers at [email protected] by the end of the day on March 1st.
An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin Extension provides equal
opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and
American with Disabilities (ADA) requirements.
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Camp Kinnissippewa
4-H Camp Kinnissippewa Counselor
Position Description
Position Period: April 10, 2016 (Training in Pepin) & June 27 - 30, 2016 (Training & Camp)
4-H Camp Kinnissippewa Counselor Responsibilities:
1. Assist in the program planning, supervision and delivery of 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa at Kiwanis Scout Camp.
-Assist with developing, planning, coordinating, teaching and evaluating educational programs at camp.
-Maintain a safe, clean environment for youth campers.
-Supervise youth campers and implement appropriate risk management strategies.
-Be concerned with the social and emotional wellbeing of each youth camper.
-Utilize effective behavior management strategies, as appropriate.
-Build suitable relationships with youth campers.
-Engage campers in educational experiences and encourage young people to assist in program planning and
evaluation as appropriate.
-Promote camper and counselor participation in all activities.
-Serve as a role model for youth campers. Exhibit appropriate personal habits, health, dress, language, table
etiquette and relationships with other staff.
2.Serve as link of communication between campers and adult camp staff.
3The 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa Counselor is responsible to 4‑H Camp Kinnissippewa Directors / UW-Extension 4-H
Youth Development Educators.
Required Knowledge & Skill Qualifications:
1. Must be in 9th – 13th grade at time of application and must have completed 9th grade at time of 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa.
2. Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork in collaborative environment.
3. Values life-long learning and views position as a learning experience.
4. Strong organizational and communication skills.
5. Ability to work well with adult volunteers and other youth leaders.
6. Ability to creatively and flexibly solve problems as they arise.
7. Ability to be self-directed.
8. Experience in working with children in a group setting preferred.
Benefits:
Receive unique opportunity for personal and organizational leadership development, all training
materials, a camp sweatshirt, camp lanyard, camp drawstring backpack, and all meals and lodging at 4-H Camp.
Application Fee:
$50 fee required at time of application for all 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa Counselor Staff
Application Procedure and Deadline:
Send 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa Application along with a cover letter (as directed in application) and $50 fee by February
15, 2016 to:
Adam Trunzo
36245 Main St., Box 67
Whitehall WI 54773
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Camp Kinnissippewa
[email protected]
Camp Kinnissippewa
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Beef Scholarship
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Camp Kinnissippewa will be held from
June 28-30, 2016.
Registration is OPEN in
4-H Online!
Sign up today!
U.S. Targhee Sheep Association Starter Flock
Three Free Registered Targhee Sheep to be Awarded to Deserving Youth
The U.S. Targhee Sheep Association (USTSA) will again be offering a free registered Targhee
Starter flock to a deserving youth at the 2016 USTSA National Show & Sale in Arlington, Wisconsin,
July 14th-16th. The winner must be present to receive the flock and will be awarded one (1) ewe
lamb, one (1) yearling ewe, and one (1) brood ewe donated by members of the USTSA. Each animal will be a USTSA registered animal, and at least QR in Scrapie Codon 171 genotype. The winner
will also receive a $150 credit for use toward purchase of additional animals at the 2013 sale.
Applications, due April 1st, are now available to download at www.ustargheesheep.org or
by contacting Mardy Rutledge at the USTSA office ([email protected] or 702-292-5715).
Any young person, ages 9-17, as of January 1, 2016, may apply. Applicants should possess a keen
interest in the U.S. sheep industry, commitment to raising Targhee sheep over time, and a firm belief
in the abilities of the breed. Applicants must demonstrate proof of care, facilities, and transportation. Aside from receiving the flock of sheep, the winning youth, will be paired with a Targhee
breeder living near them who will act as a mentor. The association is committed to helping the winner succeed.
Targhee sheep are one of the few breeds developed in the United States at the U.S. Sheep
Experiment Station in Dubois, Idaho. Withstanding harsh environments and minimal human intervention, while still producing high quality lamb and wool are hallmark traits of Targhees. Mothering ability and gentle dispositions
are additional positive traits of the breed.
The U.S. Targhee Sheep Association believes in the future.
The success the program has had thus far has only affirmed it is the
right thing to do for young people. This year we plan to do the
same again. Please pass the word along to a young person you
know. Visit the USTSA website at www.ustargheesheep.org for
more information.
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Leaders’ Board Minutes
Due to inclement weather the January meeting
of the Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders’
Board has been rescheduled for:
Tuesday February 9th at 6:30pm
in the Tremplo Room of the county courthouse
in Whitehall
If you plan on attending for funding request
remember to have them into the UWExtension office 7 days prior to the meeting
date.
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Leader’s Board Funding Request Process:
We are publishing the funding request information and form. With new people always coming into the 4
-H program, we want everyone aware of the process to request funds for 4-H camps, trips, and educational activities. This information can also be found on the Trempealeau County website. Please read
through at your convenience.
Instructions-Funding Request Form
The Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders Executive Board includes money in their budget to help defray
some costs of 4-H educational trips or activities in which Trempealeau County 4-H members and leaders participate. The amount the Association is able to contribute in a given year depends on the success
of fund raising efforts, the amounts spent in other budget areas, and the number of applicants and level of requests.
A “Funding Request Form” has been developed for use when an individual or group is requesting monetary support. Only 4-H Sponsored Events will be considered for reimbursement. Use of the form will
provide a consistent, concise approach for obtaining information. Once the Committee engages in discussion relative to the request, the requestor may be asked to leave the meeting and will be notified by
phone or mail of the Committee’s decision.
The 4-H Leaders Executive Board will evaluate the request and the applicant is asked to follow the
guidelines listed below. Currently, the Leaders Executive Board meets every month except December.
The form should be completed and turned in to the Extension office prior to the Executive Board
meeting and prior to participation in the trip or activity.
Please answer all questions completely so your request receives full attention. Individuals that receive
over $100.00 for a single event are expected to make a live presentation/action center or visual display
at one or more of the following events: Performing Arts Festival, Clover College, County Fair and/or
Summer Picnic. We would like individuals who receive funding for State Teams or major award trips to
help encourage participation in these activities. Participants may be asked to present information about
their experience following the trip or activity. The cost of events not specifically sponsored or cosponsored by 4-H or the Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders Executive Board will not be reimbursed. A
general club leader's signature is required before sending in the request form to the extension office.
If you should have questions about the form or the dates of the Executive Board meetings, please call
the Extension office at 715-538-2311 x210.
For reimbursement of money:
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$30.00 and under ~ Completed “Funding Request Form” sent to the UW-Extension office 7 days prior to Executive Board Meeting and optional in person request at the monthly Leaders Executive
Board Meeting.
30.01 and above ~ Completed “Funding Request Form” sent to the UW-Extension office 7 days prior
to Executive Board Meeting and required personal appearance request at the monthly Leaders Executive Board Meeting.
A maximum of 50% will be considered for reimbursement of expenses incurred for youth.
Trempealeau County Certified Chaperones’ expenses will be reimbursed upon completion of the form
and if all other requirements have been met.
All Reimbursement of expenses are at the discretion of the Executive Board
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Trempealeau County 4-H Newsletter February 2016 CLOVER

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