News & Announcements
September 2009
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| New: | 4-H
Volunteer Leader Training |
Visit the WA State 4-H Website!!!!
Go to: http://4h.wsu.edu/
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.
Also - please share the following potential VLT dates with potential attendees!
Ask them to contact Karen with the dates below that they could attend.
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 - Location
Davenport or Ritzville
VLT 1: 10am – 1:00pm
VLT 2: 2:00pm – 5:00 pm
3) Sunday November 22nd - Location Davenport
or Ritzville
VLT 1: 1pm – 4pm
VLT 2: 5pm – 8pm
For the 21st & 22nd - one day will be in Davenport and the other in Ritzville, determined by where the majority of potential attendees for each date live.
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.
Treasurers Records Audit
4-H Group leaders should begin working 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
Enrollment Packets for Adams County 4-H Clubs are available in the Ritzville Extension Office for the clubs who did not pick them up at the Sept. 23rd Leaders' Council Meeting. Adams County Achievement Program pins & certificates are also available for pick-up.
Enrollment Packets for Lincoln County 4-H Clubs will be available for pick-up at the Lincoln County Extension Office starting Monday, September 28th during regular office hours.
On Tuesday, September 29th and Thursday, October 8th - Karen Robertson will be available between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. at the Davenport Extension Office to distibute enrollment materials, and answer enrollment and project resource questions. RSVP's for an approximate time you might be in during those afternoon-evening sessions would be appreciated (659-3209 or email ). Also contact Karen to make other arrangements if you will be unable to pick your Club Enrollment Packet up from the Davenport Extension Office.
Family 4-H Enrollment Packets will be available soon. Watch here for details or contact Karen.
Individual Volunteer Agreements for the 2010 4-H year are printed and will be mailed out to last year's enrolled leaders if not picked up prior to Wednesday, September 30th.
Some Enrollment Forms and materials are also available on the Forms & Publications Page.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 on the new data base will make you eligible for coverage for any potential injuries you might sustain in your role as a 4-H volunteer. The number of reported hours 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. Details coming in October on how to log-on.
More information on New 4-H Year Enrollmentcoming soon! If you have questions: e-mail Karen Robertson or call 659-3209.
LEADERSHIP
Outstanding Volunteer Award
Congratulations to Faye King!
Faye was selected as the 2009 Lincoln County 4-H Leader of the Year. She will be recognized for her contributions to the 4-H Program on Friday, October 16th at the WA State 4-H Forum in Grand Mound, WA.
Each county may submit an outstanding volunteer to be honored at this years’ Forum. Counties are encouraged to send a poster or display about the volunteer. Please submit the Outstanding County Leader form and electronic picture of the volunteer no later than September 15, 2009 to Joy Faerber at faerber@wsu.edu Forms can be found on the 4-H website at: http://4h.wsu.edu/conferences/Forum/awards.htm
Leaders' Councils
Note: Council Meetings are open
to the public. All welcome! All enrolled leaders are voting members and
are encouraged to attend!
Adams Co. 4-H Leaders' Council
The
next Adams County 4-H Leaders Counsel Meeting is:
Tuesday, October 27th. - 6:00 p.m.
at Templins Country Corner. (Interstate 90 - Templins Exits)
The Adams County 4-H Achievement Program will be held Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:00 a.m. at the Lions Den on Main St., Washtucna.
Lincoln
Co. 4-H Leaders' Council
The next meeting date for the Lincoln County Leaders'
Council has NOT been scheduled. Anyone interested in serving on the Leaders'
Council or Sub-Committees should contact Bridget Rohner at the Extension
Office or out-going officers.
Joyce
Bodeu, `09 Secretary
639-0155 email
Council Sub-Committees: KYG, Exchange, Horse Leaders, Record Book Education, Youth Camp, State Fair Coordination, Livestock Program, Small Animal Committee. (Some of these committees have not been active in years)
Hilights from August Council
Meeting:
Discussion about the purpose of the Leaders' Council and the need for
candidates for President and Vice President positions.
There was also a discussion and decision to
send two Horse Competition rule change recommendations to the WA State 4-H
Leaders' Council. Another topic concerned Fair premium incentives for primary
( K - 2nd) grade 4-H exhibitors.
Lydia W. was presented with a lapel pin commemorating her induction into the WA State 4-H Hall of Fame several years ago.
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!
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 on the new data base will make you eligible for coverage for any potential injuries you might sustain in your role as a 4-H volunteer. The number of reported hours 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. Details coming in October on how to log-on.
More information on New 4-H Year Enrollmentcoming soon! If you have questions: e-mail Karen Robertson or call 659-3209.
Your 4-H News on the Web
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!
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
NE District Teen Rally
Chewelah Peak Learning Center
October 2-4, 2009
"Put Your Passion to Work" - Open to 7th - 12th Grade youth. Come join Stevens County 4-H teens in a weekend of fun, learning about 4-H and career opportunities and participate in a service learning project.
Workshop topics include: The Veterinary Profession, Performing Arts, Professional Cook, Cosmetology. Other activities include skits, hiking, challenge activities, and more!
Registration information is
available on the Stevens
Co. 4-H Web Site or download the PDF Registration Flyer
CAHNRS Fall Festival
Sept. 17 - 4-6 p.m. Spillman Plaza, WSU Pullman Campus - between Johnson and Hulbert Halls. Food, fun, games, club exhibits, and a chance to win a scholarship toward a CAHNRS major.
4-H State Ambassador
The Washington State 4-H Ambassadors’ goal is to promote and portray 4-H in a positive manner through cooperation and communication, leadership and planning. These teens, with advanced leadership skills, are responsible for planning 4-H Summer Conference, mentoring and training County Teen Representatives, supporting the KYG leadership team and informing county 4-H staff and youth of 4-H State and national events and leadership opportunities. MORE
Safe Fairs
Please read this letter(Click
Here) and watch the video concerning fair
volunteer efforts to protect people, livestock, and the food supply.
State Fair
Info posted HERE
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, 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
9/24/09 - Robin Nachtigal
Hello Everyone!
Our next Horse Leaders Council meeting is at 7:00, October 5th at the
Lincoln County Fairgrounds.
It’s the beginning of a new year and we’d like to make this one the
best! We will be electing new officers and voting on rule proposals.
We typically don't meet in November, December or January so if in the next meeting we
could get Summer Sizzler and clinic dates figured out we will be much ahead in
the planning of next year. The sooner we decide on dates the easier it is to
get a judge. Bring your calendars!!
Please remember this meeting is open to all 4H Leaders, Family 4H, teens
and parents Come and let us know what you’d like to see the Lincoln
County 4H Horse Program do for you and your members! We’d like all
ideas and suggestions.
If you have any questions about the horse council or horse program…feel
free to contact me! This is your council…Hope to see you there!
Robin Nachtigal
Lincoln County 4H Horse Council Facilitator
509-725-0013
10-5-09 Agenda (Word) 10-5-09 Agenda (PDF)
Minutes 9-8-09 (Word) Minutes 9-8-09 (PDF)
Palouse Area Therapeutic Horsemanship Horsemanship Program Volunteers Needed
Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH), a program for people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities is looking for volunteers. MORE
Click
HERE for More 4-H Horse Program Info!
SET
(Science, Engineering &
Technology)
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. 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
Email Tip - "AWARDS given to market lamb winners!!" - - - If you are a 4-H sheep project member or leader - you might want to read that email. But that email may not arrive in your in-box - even if it was sent or forwarded by your best friend! (Quick quiz - how many "blockers" can you find in that subject line?)
Most marketers (and spammers) have learned to avoid typical spam blocker words. But you may not realize that your legitimate email didn't get through. Some internet providers do not provide a "spam folder" for people to check for blocked or missing emails.
To help keep spam filters from blocking
emails you send - don't include punctuation marks or symbols in
the subject line. Also avoid words such as •free •insurance •market •credit
• loan • opportunity • amazing • winner • prizes
Spam
trigger words to avoid*
More
Words to Avoid in Email Subject Lines(PDF)*
[Quiz answers: words in ALL CAPITAL letters, the
word "award", the word "market", the word "winners" and
exclamation marks can each trigger spam filters)
*This page provides links to external sites for the convenience of users. These external sites are not managed by the WSU Extension. Furthermore, WSU Extension does not review, control or take responsibility for the content of these sites, nor do these sites implicitly or explicitly represent official positions and policies of WSU Extension. Reference to commercial services, non-4-H activities, products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endoresement by WSU Extension or 4-H is implied.
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