News & Announcements
October 2009
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Visit the WA State 4-H Website!!!!
Go to: http://4h.wsu.edu/
"Pen Pals" wanted!
Becca Gollehon would welcome "pen pals" as
she recovers from severe complications of the H1N1 flu. Many of you may
know Becca from Camp Na-bor-lee or her Mom, Ronda, who works part time
in the Davenport WSU Extension office. Becca spent almost a month in
the hospital and will continue recuperating at home this winter. She
enjoys texting and the farm game on Facebook,
volleyball ( very bummed to miss this season) softball, reading
(
Twilight stuff) and all kinds of craft projects. If interested in "visiting" with
Becca - contact me at the Extension Office (659-3209) or email
Karen. I'll provide legitimate requesters with Becca's email
or contact info.
Karen Robertson, WSU Extension Program Assistant
Congratulations!
WA State 4-H Volunteer Lifetime Achievement Award presented
to Lincoln County's
Jill Schwartz
Jill Schwartz received the WA State 4-H Volunteer
Lifetime Achievement Award at the WA State 4-H Leaders Forum in Grand
Mound on October 17, 2009. Jill,
of Reardan, was recognized for her longtime involvement in 4-H, first as
a member in Snohomish County and more recently as a leader in Lincoln County
4-H, as well as serving on the WA State 4-H Fair Board for seven years. She
has served as beef leader in the Reardan Livestock Club, the county leader
for Know Your Government for eleven years, a member and officer of Lincoln
County Leaders Council, a chaperone and fundraiser for the county-wide
exchange club as well as a resource leader for judging and other educational
clinics. Jill 's leadership, efforts and encouragement to members
and other leaders has helped make the Lincoln County 4-H program better...living
out the 4-H motto. Her nomination will now represent WA State as
a national candidate. Husband Stan and their three daughters Tessa,
Trish & Marci traveled across the state to surpirise her with their
attendance at the Recognition Banquet where she received her award.
Submitted by Joy Wilken
Photo
Outstanding
Volunteer Award
Congratulations to Faye King!
The Lincoln County Leaders' Council recognizes Faye King, of the Odessa Junior Livestock 4-H Club, as the 2009 Outstanding Leader for Lincoln County! Faye has been a certified 4-H Leader for 8 years, but making a difference in the lives of our youth for many more. Faye was selected as this year’s Outstanding Leader based on numerous nominations from 4-H members, parents, and other county leaders who recognize her hard work and contribution to the 4-H program.
Faye was recognized on October 17, 2009 during the State 4-H Forum, but
as she couldn't be there in person, she was honored at a special 4-H meeting
in Odessa on October 20th.
Thanks to Terry Connolly for news & photo submission.
Photo.
4-H Volunteer Leader Training!
If you or someone you know is interested in
4-H Volunteer Leader Training (VLT), please send name and contact info
to Karen Robertson at robertk
wsu.edu or 659-3209.
Those planning to attend should
RSVP to Karen asap. Please
indicate which session(s)!
Lincoln-Adams VLT consists of Level 1 and Level 2 training for a total
of 6 hours. Levels can be taken in any order.
Bridget Rohner will provide Lincoln-Adams VLT on:
1) Monday November 2nd -
Edwall Methodist Church
16711
Washington St N
VLT 1: 8:30am – 11:30am (bring sack
lunch)
VLT 2: 12:00 – 3:00pm
2) Saturday November 21st - Ritzville
VLT 1: 10am – 1:00pm
VLT 2: 2:00pm – 5:00 pm
3) Sunday November 22nd -
Davenport
VLT 1: 1pm – 4pm
VLT 2: 5pm – 8pm
Reminder - VLT is required for new 4-H volunteers, for leaders returning
after a break in service, and for leaders transferring from other counties.
The training is fun and helps connect volunteers with available resources
and other Lincoln-Adams 4-H leaders.
Volunteer
Applications should be completed and returned a.s.a.p. - before training.
(Exception - those who completed and submitted their Application since
last winter.) MORE info.
Your Opinion Counts
Wheat Land Communities’ Fair Board wants your opinion and would appreciate your comments on the following topics...
- What did you like about the 2009 fair, or what needs attention?
- Suggestions for the Premium Book, or Schedule?
- Ideas for 2010 fair theme?
- How about the fairgrounds in general?
- Name, department or group involved with at the fair (optional)
- Will you be joining us next year? If ‘no,’ any replacement suggestions?
- Is there another area of the fair you’d like to try?
- Do you have any ideas for improving the area(s) you were involved in?
Click HERE for WORD Form HERE for PDF Form
Comments may be sent to:
The Wheat Land Communities’ Fair, PO Box
14, Ritzville, WA 99169, e-mailed to: fair ritzville.com or call any board
member:
Fritz Coon 887-2409 • Courtnie Wahl 660-0280 • Aaron
or Jodie Esser 659-1588 Carol Simonson 659-0580 • Janet Jenkins 660-0255 • Dana
Telecky 659-4212.
The next fair board meeting will be
October 26, 6 p.m. at the Public Works
building.
The public is welcome and invited to attend.
Your 4-H News on the Web
Almira 4H Club
It's a New Year in 4H- Let's Kick It Off Right!
4H Enrollment/Pumpkin Carving Party
Sunday, Oct. 25th 2:00pm
Bodeau's Shop
Bring: a pumpkin to carve or paint, carving or painting tools
if you have them, lawn chairs,
crock pot of soup, stew, dip, chili,
(whatever else you do in a crock
pot)
Bodeau's will provide utensils, coffee, cocoa, cider, and dessert
We might have horseback rides again,
so if you're interested in that BRING A HELMET.
You MUST wear a helmet
to ride horse at a 4H event.
Also, you are welcome to invite friends and/or family(grandparents
who've supported you?) if you'd like,
esp. kids who might be interested in 4H.
Questions? Call or email Joyce Bodeau
tbodeau centurytel.net
639-0155
Hope to see you there!!
Lind Livestock
Lind Livestock will add the horse project to their
program this year. The Enrollment Meeting is Monday,
November 2nd.
Contact: Val Watson 677-3536
Odessa Pattern Riders
First meeting of the new 4-H year will be
November
6th 5:30 P M at the
Odessa Four Square Church. Supper will be provided. New members
welcome! Contat Jeanie Campbell 982-0053
Reardan Renegades
Hi everyone! Our enrollment meeting
is planned for October 14th Wed @ 6:30pm at the ROCK in Reardan. This
will be for everyone interested in enrolling and re-enrolling old members. IF
anyone would be available to bring a snack and drink I would greatly appriciate
it. I am also looking for a few parents to head up organizing some awards
for last years members and then we can plan a potluck or even atrail ride.
So if you are interested please let me know. Thanks Justine
Winn 981-9486
Sprague-Lamont
Thursday,
October 8th at 6:30pm, Sprague Community Church will be signup
for Sprague Lamont 4H.
Contact: Jill Swannack 257-2683
Teen Time
See Teen Topics
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What did your club or 4-H group do this past year? When are your enrollment meetings for the upcoming 4-H year? Future plans? "Reporters", members, leaders, parents: please send info to Karen for Web News & Announcements or the Web Calendar!
Treasurers Records Audit
4-H Group leaders should work with your Treasurers to prepare your financial records for the annual audit. AFTER you receive your September bank statement, send your `08 -`09 4-H Treasurers Books to your Leaders' Council Treasurer or deliver to designated locations. Include: receipts, bank statements, Annual Financial Summary, and Asset Inventory List.
Adams Co. 4-H Leaders' Council Treasurer: Alice
Weber
Drop off location: WSU Extension Office, Ritzville
Lincoln Co. 4-H Leaders' Council Treasurer: Terry Connolly
Drop off locations: Offices of Leffel, Otis & Warwick,
P.S.
(Davenport,
Odessa, Ritzville, Wilbur)
Enrollment for the New 4-H Year
Congratulations to Sprague-Lamont 4-H Club!
They are the first Lincoln-Adams Club enrolled for the 2010 4-H year! And
- kudos to the Carothers Family for being the first 4-H Family Group to
enroll.
Rhonda W. was the first of 26 volunteers to return her 4-H Volunteer Agreement for the new 4-H year as of 10/22/09.
REMINDER: Volunteers serving in CLUBS must get signatures
on their Volunteer Agreement Form of the Group leader for roles within
specific clubs. Ideally, this will happen during a discussion of educational
and activity plans for the club in the upcoming year!
2010 Enrollment Status - Click
HERE for enrollment status of volunteers and groups.
Some Enrollment Forms and materials are also available on the Forms & Publications Page.
If you did not receive enrollment forms or have
questions about
4-H Enrollment: e-mail
Karen Robertson or call 659-3209.
New WA State 4-H
Volunteer Hours Reporting
The Volunteer Hours Reporting System is a new database
for
4-H volunteers to record their volunteer hours. Because enrolled 4-H volunteers
are eligible for L&I coverage, Washington State
Department of Labor & Industries
is requiring WSU to ensure volunteers are indeed working on behalf of the
University.
Reporting your volunteer hours via a new on-line portal will make you eligible for L & I coverage for any potential injuries you might sustain in your role as a 4-H volunteer. The total number of reported hours for each county will be made available to State and local 4-H programs to use in grant applications and information to legislators about the value of 4-H volunteer commitment.
If you are an enrolled Lincoln-Adams 4-H Volunteer, you will recieve your Hours Reporting user name and password soon. If you have questions or do not receive, contact Karen Robertson or call 659-3209 for alternative reporting option if you don't have web access.
LEADERSHIP
Leaders' Councils
Note: Council Meetings are open
to the public. All welcome! All enrolled leaders are voting members and
are encouraged to attend!
Lincoln
Co. 4-H Leaders' Council
If there is enough business to discuss, the next Lincoln County 4H Leaders' Council Meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 5th.
Thursday, the 8th was October's
Li. Co. 4-H Leaders' Council meeting. Agenda items included the 2010
Budget, and information about a study of Lincoln County 4H Leaders'
Council - what has it
been, and what does it need to be now?
Dates for FY 2010 Council Meetings were set. Click HERE for details.
Adams Co. 4-H Leaders' Council
The next Adams Co. 4-H Leaders' Council Meeting is on
Tuesday, Oct. 27th.
at 6:00 pm..
The place Templin's Country Corner (2 E. Tokio Rd.).
On the agenda:
- How to record volunteer hours for State Labor and Industries
coverage
on volunteers.
- Achievement program
- Leaders training
- Wheatland Fair feedback and assistance for the 2010 fair.
- Election of 2010 officers for the Council
Thank you,
Camille Nelson
The Adams County 4-H Achievement Program was held at the Lions Den in Washtucna on .Saturday, October 17, 2009. Over 50 people attended.
WA State Leaders' Council
This year's State 4-H Council Meeting will be held
October 18 at the Great Wolf Lodge in Grand Mound, WA, as part of the
State 4-H Forum, October 16-18.
Lincoln & Adams
Leaders' Council Minutes & Info
Training for 4-H Volunteers
Check out the on-line training modules for 4-H volunteer leaders!
On-line training is an accessible, interactive, and fun way to learn about
topics that are important for your 4-H educational program! MORE
For Lincoln-Adams 4-H Leader Training (VLT) and certification, contact
Karen
Robertson at 659-3209 for an Application and
to be placed on the notification list for upcoming VLT sessions.
Shooting Sports Training
9/1/09 - Janet Schmidt
Mark your calendars for October 9-11, October
17, October 31 and November 7 for
4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training in Whitman County. We are trying a
new format for delivering the training. The first weekend, October
9-11, will feature the full training with youth development, risk management,
resource development and archery for the Saturday range instruction. The
subsequent Saturdays will feature the various disciplines in range instruction. The
schedule is as follows:
- October 9-11 – Archery
- October 17 – Rifle
- October 31 – Pistol
- November 7 – Shotgun.
On Saturday, October 24, the basic volunteer
leader training will be offered from 9:00am to 1:00pm in Colfax. The
fee for the training is $25 for the first discipline and $10 for each subsequent
training. Fees
and forms are requested by October 2, 2009. Volunteers
from surrounding counties in and out of state are invited to participate
in the training. See the brochure for more details or contact Janet
Schmidt at: schmidtj wsu.edu or
(509) 397-6290. Information
brochure
October 16 - 18, 2009
Great Wolf Lodge
Grand Mound, WA
- Project area meetings
- Interactive educational seminars (PDF)
- Important state-wide policy decision
making
- Banquet honoring members of the 4-H Hall of Fame
- Meet other 4-H leaders and volunteers from across the state
- Find out the different opportunities open to leaders and members across the state
Tthe Great Wolf Lodge at Grand Mound is a marvelous
family-friendly site. With its indoor water park and animatronics
its will be an adventure for even the youngest family members. Reserve
your room soon!
More
2009 WA State Forum Info PDF
Poster
Blazing Trails to New Mexico
New Mexico looks forward to being your host for the 2010 Western Regional Leaders’ Forum (WRLF) in Albuquerque, March 11-14. All 4-H leaders, teens and staff from the 13 western states, 2 Canadian provinces and the Pacific Territories are invited. The event is capped at 400 participants, so don’t delay in registering.
The full-time registration includes 4 meals, workshops,
speakers, commercial exhibits, entertainment and activities. On
Friday and Saturday there will be 64 workshops on a diverse range of topics. Some
of the workshop titles are:
Magic of Leadership
Sciencetriffic 4-H Projects
Are you a 4-H Pig or Chicken?
Internet Use in 4-H Activities
Introduction to Boondoggle Delights
4-H Working Ranch Horse Program
Are you Smarter than a 4-Her?
4-H on a Shoestring
Ready? S.E.T. Lego!
H1N1 Flu
We should all take precautions to protect ourselves and others from the flu caused by the H1N1 (Swine Flu) virus. There are several resources available through WSU and other sources. Links to these resources are provided below. Additionally, there are steps that we all should take to minimize the potential for transmission.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
- Use hand sanitizer when hand washing is not possible.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing (or a shirt sleeve or elbow if no tissue is available)
- Stay home if you feel sick.
- If you have a fever, stay home for at least 24 hrs after that fever has ended.
- Get vaccinated for the flu virus. Even though there is not currently a vaccine available for the H1N1 (Swine Flu) virus, experts indicate that the seasonal flu may provide a degree of protection. Hopefully, an H1N1 vaccine will be available in the near future.
News and Updates:
http://www.doh.wa.gov/FluNews/
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/
http://www.eden.lsu.edu/Issues_View.aspx?IssueID=E326A86D-5A3E-4788-A0BF-24E0AB3FC621
http://h1n1flu.wsu.edu/
Brochures:
http://www.ehs.wsu.edu/Factsheets/pdf/FAQPandemicN95Guide09.pdf
http://www.ehs.wsu.edu/Factsheets/pdf/FAQPPERespirator09.pdf
http://www.ehs.wsu.edu/Factsheets/pdf/FAQHandwashing09.pdf
Hand Washing Guidelines:
http://www.tpchd.org/page.php?id=19
http://cahnrsnews.wsu.edu/reportertools/news/2009/handwashing-2009-04.html
Teen Time 4-H Open Enrollment for 2010
Joy WilkenTeen Time 4-H is open to all teenagers in Lincoln and Adams Counties and we welcome newcomers. Our first meeting for the year will be Sunday, October 11 from 4-6 pm at the Lincoln County Alcohol & Drug Center in downtown Davenport (next to food city). We will be working on Youth-Adult Partnerships and parents are invited to attend this meeting. MORE
County Teen Representative Program
The CTR program involves 7th - 10th grade teens in local leadership positions. Applications are due Monday, November 2nd.
Details HERE
The NE District Teen Rally
was held
October 2-4, 2009
"Put Your Passion to Work" - was the theme for the event open to 7th - 12th Grade youth.
Workshop topics included: The Veterinary Profession, Performing Arts, Professional Cook, Cosmetology. Other activities include skits, hiking, challenge activities, and more!
Did any Lincoln-Adams 4-H'ers attend? If you're one of them - how was
it? Do you have any photos?
e-mail 4-H webmaster
MORE TEEN INFO
WSU 2nd Annual Club Calf Sale
10/27/09 Kristen A Johnson, Department of Animal Sciences
The WSU 2nd Annual Club Calf Sale will take place on Saturday,
November 7 in Pullman. For more information visit: http://www.ansci.wsu.edu/Events/
2009/november/documents/calfsale.pdf.
Livestock Judging Clinic in Waitsburg
10/27/09 - Carla Rowe
The annual Waitsburg Livestock Judging Clinic begins
at 9am on Saturday,
November 21 at the Waitsburg Fairgrounds in Waitsburg, Washington. This
is an opportunity for 4-H and FFA members to judge the confirmation of
horses, beef, dairy, swine, sheep and goats. Team judging is encouraged. Participants
receive a free lunch after judging, courtesy of the Walla Walla Cattlemen’s
Association. For additional information, please contact chairman Jim
Burres at 509-337-6545.
10/20/09
Hello,
I am an Ag Educator in Pilot Rock, OR (just south of Pendleton). One
of
the
chapter members has pigs for sale that would work for early april shows.
Thanks
Clint Sexson
csexsonpilotrock.k12.or.us
541-443-2671
Youth Skill-A-Thon a part of the WA Suffolk Breeders Ewe Sale
The 30th Annual Washington Suffolk Breeders Bred Ewe and Ewe Lamb Sale
will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at the
Benton County Fair Grounds in Kennewick, WA.
New this year is a Youth Skill-A-Thon that will award the top 3 winners sale credit to be used towards the purchase of a ewe at the sale. MORE INFO
Disease Prevention in 4-H Livestock Projects
Remember to check out the training module for 4-H Livestock Volunteers. This training covers bio-security practices and how they can be used to reduce the risk of contracting and spreading diseases while raising 4-H livestock. It is a great way to learn disease prevention while providing you with inspiration and teaching ideas so you can bring these concepts to youth in your county!
The training is delivered on-line at http://tiny.cc/VAzxW
(preferred
method.) For those with no or slow internet access, a DVD of
training is available from the Extension Office. Lincoln-Adams volunteers
can contact Karen or call 659-3209
or
725-4171.
For more training resources, including the NEW Quality Assurance Module,
go to:
http://vetextension.wsu.edu/programs/4-H/index.htm
WSU Offers
Second Lamb 300 Short-Course
6/23/09 - Submitted by Jerry Newman
Washington
State University Extension and Departments of Animal Sciences are excited
to announce the second WSU LAMB 300 short-course that will be offered October
1-3, 2009 at the WSU Department of Animal Sciences on the Pullman Campus.
More Livestock Information
4-H Horse Contest Guide - REVISED
The PNW574 Horse Contest Guide has been revised and is avaialble for purchase or free PDF download at:http://cru84.cahe.wsu.edu/cgi-bin/pubs/PNW574.html
Lincoln Co. 4-H Horse Program Meeting
10/28/09 - Robin Nachtigal
Hello Everyone!
Our next Horse Leaders Council meeting is at 7:00, November 2nd at the Lincoln
County Fairgrounds.
It’s the beginning of a new year and we’d like to make this one the
best! This will most likely be the last meeting until February, so please come
and give us your input! We had some unfinished business last month, so have set
a meeting for November.
We typically don't meet in December or January so need to the get Summer Sizzler
and clinic dates figured out at this meeting. The sooner we decide on dates the
. . . MORE
Click
HERE for More 4-H Horse Program Info!
SET
(Science, Engineering &
Technology)
New Butterfly WINGS Curriculum Now Available
2009 National Science Experiment
For the second annual 4-H National Youth Science Day,
the University of Wisconsin has designed “Biofuel Blast,” the
4-H National Science Experiment which will introduce young people all around
the nation to biofuels. Youth will become a scientist for the day,
discovering how ordinary household products can create alternative energy,
and how that fuel can power many of the things we use each day. Video (Register
& watch!)
Two free "kits" are available in the Lincoln-Adams area - first come first
serve!
Find
out more.
2010 Spirit of Innovation Awards
The Conrad Foundation, a non-profit science-education and entrepreneurship advocacy organization, announced open registration for the 2010 Spirit of Innovation Awards. This competition challenges teams of high school students to create innovative products in four categories: aerospace exploration, space nutrition, renewable energy and green schools. Competing students will be guided through a phased pathway incorporating science, technology, design, marketing and business in an interdisciplinary, project-based product development experience. Teams will be provided the opportunity to meet with and learn from professional scientists and entrepreneurs who will advise them on how to commercialize their products for general market use. Awards are provided to the schools, teachers, and students for the top product designs. Teams and their coaches will compete for more than $100,000 in prize money, opportunities to present their products to world level leaders in business and industry, an opportunity to become a Pete Conrad Scholar, and other opportunities. Info (Word) Info (PDF) Web
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MISCELANEOUS
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Learn to secure your farm’s future and protect your family’s legacy by enrolling now.
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This online class gives farm families the information they need to make strategic decisions while weaving together farm and personal investments. Developed by Extension educators across the nation, the 8-lesson course helps farm families plan for a financially stable future that meets long-term needs. Participants can work at their own pace, with each lesson taking less than an hour. MORE
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