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Kent Clover October 2018
69 Transportation Circle, Dover, DE 19901
Phone: 302-730-4000
FAX : 302-735-8130
http://extension.udel.edu/4h
October 2018
1– Window Display and Litter Barrel entries due
3-14—Paper Clover Pro-motions at Local tractorSupply
7-13– National 4-H Week
8– Window Display andLitter Barrel in place
13– Exchange Yard sale
13-14– De Livestock Expo
16– Leaders' Meeting
16– Junior Council Meeting
16– 4-H exchange Meeting
20– Small Ruminant Field Day
20– New Leader Training
21– Achievement Ban-quet
24– Club News Due
28– Great Pumpkin Day
November 2017
4– State Trail Ride
6– Shooting Sports In-structor Fall Meeting
12– Horse of the Year Entries Due
12– State Hippology Con-test Entries Due
12– 1st Delaware Junior Dairy Futurity Payment Due
15– Shooting Sports In-structor Reports Due
Dear 4-H’ers, Parents, and Leaders,
There is so much excitement in the air with 4-H! As we lay out plans for a new year in 4-H, we can look back and reflect on our many personal and club accomplish-ments during the past year. As 4-H members, you have the ability to take advantage of many interesting and unique experiences and opportunities. With these experi-ences and opportunities, we have all had successes and failures, but most important-ly, we have each had many learning experiences that will assist us in our future lives. We congratulate all of our 4-H members for their accomplishments in their respec-tive 4-H projects as well as with their various local, county and state 4-H work. We also salute our club leaders for all their volunteer efforts on behalf of 4-H and in working with their 4-H club members.
Clubs are busily preparing Window Displays and Litter Barrels to place out in our community to promote 4-H during National 4-H Week. This is our chance to pro-mote 4-H and extend a warm welcome to possible new members to join our 4-HFamily. Committees from our Leader Association and Junior Council have met and planned our upcoming Achievement Banquet on Sunday, October 21st We hope to see you all there for an outstanding night of recognition of our 4-H members for all their 4-H work.
There are many 4-H activities and events right around the corner – State 4-H Trail Ride, National 4-H Science Day, and Great Pumpkin Day. These will be quick-ly followed by other worthwhile 4-H events and activities. We hope each of you will become more involved in 4-H and decide to participate in one or several of these activities. Please contact the 4-H Office if we can be of any assistance to you with these events.
We are very fortunate in our county and state to have so many great 4-H members who have taken an active role in their projects, 4-H activities, and their communities. We are also blessed with many excellent volunteer leaders who pro-vide support, encouragement, and leadership to all of our members.
We wish everyone the best in the upcoming 4-H year. Get involved and invite your friends or family members to get involved in 4-H with you.
Yours in 4-H,
Kristin Cook, Extension Educator, 4-H & Youth Development
Enrollment/Re-Enrollment began September 1st for the 2018-2019 4-H Year. Please re-enroll Now!
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National 4-H Week
October 7th-13th
Please be sure to promote 4-H to your family and friends. Invite them to join us and get in-volved with our 4-H program. It’s an experi-ence they will never forget! Suggested Na-tional 4-H week activities: Help with your club’s Window Display and Litter Barrel, talk about 4-H at a school or community event, hand out 4-H brochures, wear your 4-H shirt to school, or make a poster about National 4-H Week. You can also show your pride by sharing photos on Facebook, Twitter or Insta-gram using the hashtags #4HGrown and #TrueLeaders.
Kent County 4-H Leaders Meeting
October 16th
7:00 pm As the new 4-H year begins, we are working hard to improve communication between the 4-H office and 4-H cubs. Therefore, it’s very important that each club has representation at every leaders meeting. If the organizational club leader is unable to attend a leaders meeting, please plan on a pro-ject leader or a parent attending. All are invited to attend the 4-H Leader Meetings. Please join us in October!
National Youth
Science Day
October 2018
4-H National Youth Science Day (NYSD) is the
world’s largest youth-led science experiment. Eve-
ry year thousands of youth take part in the Na-
tional Science Challenge focusing on important
STEM topics and issues. This year’s 4‑H NYSD
event will take place during the month of October.
This October, 4-H and Google will launch an excit-
ing National Youth Science day challenge, Code
Your World, which invites kids to get involved in
computer science through hands on doing.
Paper Clover Promotion at Tractor Supply October 3rd-14th
National 4-H Council has announced the Fall 4-H Paper Clover
Campaign in partnership with the Tracker Supply Company
(TSC). This nationwide, in-store fundraiser will benefit state
and local 4-H programming in each of the communities where
the TSC store is located. The 4-H Paper Clover Campaign will
take place Wednesday, Oct. 3rd through Sunday, Oct. 14th.
Shoppers at the Smyrna, Camden and Milford TSC stores will
have the opportunity to support Kent County 4-H by purchas-
ing paper clovers for just $1 at checkout. All funds raised will
be donated to 4-H, and will help to offset the cost of 4-H cur-
riculum for our 4-H youth. Please be sure to promote this to
your families, friends and other individuals and ask them to
visit the TSC store in Smyrna, Camden or Milford to help sup-
port our County 4-H Program.
Calling all 4-H Club Leaders! Interested in making your club meetings healthier, while having fun at the same time? The 4th H for Health Challenge is an easy program that is avail-able for all clubs! The challenge helps your 4-H’ers adopt club meeting practices that will help them be healthy now, and in the future. With the 3 principles of Drink Right, Move More, and Snack Smart, it’s easy to teach and reinforce healthy habits. For challenge information, contact Caroline Del Vecchio at [email protected] or 730-4000.
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic
information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activi-
ties, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also
prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
National 4-H Conference
Washington, DC
April 6-11, 2019
Application Due December 1st
National 4-H Conference is the
annual premiere national civic
engagement opportunity for 4-H
members across the country.
Conference is a hands-on, work-
ing conference in which delegates
participate in a variety of pro-
grams and activities. Participants have the opportunity
to practice and apply in a real world setting their newly
developed and refined skills.
Who can apply? Delaware 4-H’ers in good standing, cur-
rently in their sophomore or junior year of high school are
encouraged to apply. For more information visit the State
4-H website.
Trim-A-Tree Entries due November 20th
As a club, 4-H members use their creative energy to con-struct handmade decorations for a Christmas Tree. Trees should be in place by Decem-ber 3rd. They will be judged sometime during the following 2 weeks. Clubs should com-plete the entry form attached and return it to the 4-H office by November 20th. for your tree to be included in the judging. Online registration available on the Kent County 4-H website under Forms & Re-sources.
Fifer Orchards Front Porch Demos
October 13th—Ethan Stafford/Peach Blossom 4-H
Pumpkins, Fall Squash & Cauliflower
November 10th—Pony Pals 4-H
Fifer’s Holiday Open House—Thanksgiving food/recipe
samples and ideas
Thank You !
Weston Williams
Harrington Sunshine 4-H
Apples, Broccoli & Cabbage
4-H Volunteer Training
Saturday, October 20th
10:00 am—3:00 pm
At the Kent County
Extension Office.
Lunch will be provided.
Training is open to all Adult
Volunteers.
For more information and
how to register see the flyer
at the end of the newsletter.
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The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activ-
ities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also
prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
National Youth Summit on Agri-Science: January 10-13, 2019
At the National Youth Summit on Agri-Science, high school students develop the skills and knowledge needed for the challenges facing agriculture, food security, and sustainability. National 4H Council and National 4H Conference Center have partnered with agricultural scientists, researchers, leaders, politi-cians, and advocates to host the National Youth Summit on Agri-Science. This Summit emphasizes hands-on educational experiences led by experts in the agricultural community. The National Youth Summit on Agri-Science will take place January 10 – 13, 2019 and is open to any high school student in grades 9-12 as of September 2018. Youth participate as a team with at least one adult mentor/chaperone. Summit fees include accommodations at the National 4-H Conference Center, meals, educational programming,and tours including a guided night time tour of the monuments and memorials in Washington, DC. Buffet-style meals are served at the Clover Dining Room at National 4-H Conference Center beginningwith dinner on Thursday, January 10 and ending with a box lunch on Monday, January 13, 2019.
Applications due: November 16, 2018 For more information see the State 4-H Website
Kent County Achievement
Banquet
October 21, 2018 at the
Delaware State Fair Exhibit Hall
Starting at 3:00 pm
Join us on Sunday, October 21st at the Delaware State Fair Exhibit Hall to celebrate the accomplishments that were made over the last 4-H year by our Kent County 4-H members. The Achievement Banquet is open to all 4-H members and their families. Bring a cover dish to share. 4-H members will be presented with the following awards : Swine and Goat Awards, Community Service, Public Presentation, Project Book Pins, Record Book Ribbons, Team Judging Trophies, Diamond Clover Awards, Exploring 4-H, Outstanding 4-H, Michael Everline Memorial Leadership Award, and Prudential Spirit Award.
Great Pumpkin Day- October 28th
Kent County 4-H will hold this popular event at the Kent County Extension Of-
fice. There will be decorated pumpkins, decorated wreaths, a costume contest,
games, activities led by Kent County Junior Council members, refreshments, and so much
more! Please bring your entries beginning at 1:30pm ; entries must be in place by 2:00pm ;
judging begins promptly at 2:15pm. Light refreshments will be provided by the Kent County
Leaders. Great Pumpkin Day is open to everyone in 4-H. After the contest, it would be a
great community service project for clubs to place their pumpkins around the community.
We need to share 4-H with our community.
Categories
1. Best Painted Pumpkin—Only Paint– NO other materials or accessories
2. Best Carved Pumpkin—NOT painted; carved at home and brought to the
contest finished
3. Best 4-H Theme Pumpkin– Using 4-H Theme; can use any material or
paint
4. Best Animal Theme
5. Smallest Pumpkin—Has to be ripe and grown by participant
6. Largest Pumpkin (Circumference) - Has to be ripe and grown by partici-
pant
7. Other Category– Pumpkin decorated with theme other than listed on
categories 1-6
8. Gourds (this is the only category for gourds)
9. Wreath, Swag or Wall Hanging Category—Decorated with Halloween hol-
iday theme (any media permitted)
Costume Contest By Age
Individual
or
Group—2 or more youth in the same age division. If mixed ages, group will be judged on the oldest member.
__________________________________________________________________________
Age Categories: 4-H Age as of January 1, 2018
Cloverbud 5-7 Beginner 8-10 Junior 11-13 Senior 14-19
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Club News due
by October 24th
for the November
Newsletter.
Please submit all news to
Caroline Del Vecchio at
Harrington Sunshine
Rebecca Kemp
Harrington Sunshine is off to an awesome
start. We have been continuing our com-
munity service projects with local organi-
zations. We are looking forward to placing
our litter barrel and window display. We
have welcomed our office team: Rachel
Taylor (President), Riley Taylor (Vice-President), Macyee Collison (Secretary),
Rebecca Kemp (Club Reporter), Weston
Williams (Photographer) and Addison
Brode (Treasurer). The officer team would
like to welcome everyone to a new 4-H
year. Looking forward Harrington
Sunshine is excited for all the activities
and events to show off our skills and
talents. Harrington Sunshine would also
like to congratulate all the new State 4-H
officers.
Westville This month in Westville we are doing several interesting things. The first meeting was held in August and at that meeting we elected new officers. Con-gratulations to Morgan Galloway, Olivia Gaines, Vanessa Gaines, Emily Ford, Lily Allaband, and Caden Allaband! Our club is currently working on the Litter Barrel and Window Display. We also had five club members attend the Coastal Clean-up at Bennetts Pier with their families. We will soon be starting archery, foods, exploring 4-H, and livestock groups soon. We look forward to having a fun and successful year.
Holler-n-Hooves is ready to kick off another exciting year of 4-H, friends and horses. Oct - Time for Litter barrel, General meeting 5th, Community service pro-ject 7th, and Achievement banquet 21st Nov 17th -Sign up today for the 3rd Annual Clean and Groom Plus Teams compete to demonstrate proper grooming skills. Plus, new this year, en-joy a variety topics such as “Proper stall set up”, “Trailer issues”, “First Aid Secrets”, “Feeds Yucky or not?” and more. Age appropriate. Each team 3-4 members, one horse, one handler, one volunteer helper. Packet includes study material, sample questions and “how to” for ALL topics! $10 per person Pre entry REQUIRED Closes Nov 5th Great prizes and loads of fun! A hands on Contest!! Open to 4-H horse project youth!!! Contact us today on Facebook or call 398-9518 Leave message .This is a Club to Club activity so please contactHnH with any questions.Club news reporters Kassidy Kohland & Claudia Little
CLUB NEWS
9/25/18 - Junior Council
At the beginning of the September Jr. council meeting, we got a piece of pa-
per that acted as luggage. Once everyone got their luggage packed with
three pieces of information about the person we went around and traded
our luggage. Once everyone finished trading we began the meeting with a
presentation by Rachel Taylor and Shannon O’Hara, about how to build and
keep a strong relationship between friends and relationships. Then dis-
cussed old business such as project books and the University of Delaware ag
Day. In addition, we discussed fundraiser ideas, The Delaware State Fair
pumpkin carving contest, and how to get involved in Kent county events by
using Slack. Our next meeting is on October 16th at 7pm. Hope to see some
new faces.
KENT CLOVER OCTOBER 2018 PAGE 6
Looking Forward
November
Shooting Sports Instructor Fall Meeting 6:30 PM Kent County Office 12 Delaware 4-H Horse of the Year Entries Due Kent County Office 12 State 4-H Hippology Contest Entries Due Kent County Office
12 1st Payment Delaware Junior Dairy Futurity Due Charmayne Busker 15 Shooting Sports Instructor Reports Due (10/01/17-09/30/2018) 20 Kent County Office 20 20 4-H Exchange Meeting 6:00 PM Kent County Office 20 County Trim-A-Tree entries Due22-232727
Links Meeting 7:00 PM
Diamond Clover Intent Forms Due National Conference Applications Due
Teddy Bear Donations Due to the County Office
18 Junior Council Meeting 7:00 PM Kent County Office 19
Kent County Extension Office Closed TBD
Diamond Clover Intent Forms Due December 3, 2018
Delaware 4-H members are eligible to participate in the Diamond Clover Award pro-gram. This award is the highest level of recognition that a Delaware 4-H member can achieve. The Diamond Clover Award consists of six levels, each steadily advancing in intensity and achievement over the last. It is intended to take a 4-H member six years to complete. The nice thing about this award is that many 4-H members are already doing the work, so all you need to do is fill out the forms and submit them. For other
4-H members, this award can provide you with a long-term challenge for your 4-H career. Either way,when you have finished the process you have completed an amazing journey that will benefit you forever.And a Diamond Clover Award will look pretty good on your college application too! To find out more, visitthe Diamond Clover site on the State website: http://extension.udel.edu/4h/about-delaware-4-h/featureawards/4-h/diamond-clover/
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Scribbles from: Susan Garey, Extension Educator, Animal Science
Delaware 4-H Members Attend 64th National 4-H Dairy Conference
Delaware 4-H’ers Joshua Menard of the Peach Blossom 4-H Club in Kent County and Parker Hickey of the Summit Bridge 4-H Club in New Castle County are currently attending the 64th National 4-H Dairy Conference on the University of Wisconsin cam-pus in Madison, Wisconsin and enjoying several days of fun and learning. The educational program has attracted approximate-ly 200 youth and adult delegates from across the U.S.A. and Canada. They were selected from a field of applicants to attend the conference based on past experience, knowledge and interest in the dairy industry. The four-day experience exposes 4-H members to new dairy science technology and dairy- related careers. Through a combination of workshops, speakers, educa-tional field trips and networking with other dairy oriented youth, 4-H members gain information they can use to strengthen their futures in the dairy industry. Hands-on learning workshop topics included biotechnology, genetics, foods evaluation, ani-mal nutrition and marketing. Joshua and Parker also have the opportunity to spend a day at World Dairy Expo. They are being chaperoned by 4-H Dairy volunteer John Hickey. Special thanks to the Delaware 4-H Foundation for funding this leadership and dairy science experience for our 4-H members!
National 4-H Dairy Conference is sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Extension, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Coop-erating Friends of 4-H and the Dairy Industry, World Dairy Expo, and the National 4-H Dairy Conference Planning Committee. Supplemental monetary support is provided by numerous corporate sponsors including: ABS Global; Accelerated Genetics, AgStar Financial Services; Agropur; American Dairy Science Association; AMPI; Cargill, Inc.; Crave Brothers Farm, Crave Broth-ers Farmstead Cheese, LLC; Culvers; Dairy Farmers of America; Datamars; DeLaval; Farm First Co-op; Foremost Farms; Hoard’s Dairyman; IBA; John Deere Co.; Milk Specialties; Mycogen Seeds; Nasco International, Inc.; National Dairy Shrine; PDCA; Select Sires, Inc.; SEMEX; SMS; Stan Erwine, DMI; Star Blends; SunOpta; Udder Tech, Inc.; Vita Plus; WinField United; Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board; and World Dairy Expo.
If you are interested in attending National 4-H Dairy Conference next year and have three years of dairy project experience, and are 15 years of age by January 1, applications will be due May 1, 2019 and can be found on the State 4-H Animal Science page http://extension.udel.edu/4h/projects-activities-for-members/4-h-animal-science/ For more information about National 4-H Dairy Conference please visit https://national4hdairyconference.org/
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic
information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activi-
ties, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also
prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Delaware Youth Dairy Futurity- 1st Entry Deadline November 12
The first entry deadline for the 2019 Delaware Youth Dairy Futurity is November 12. The futurity is open to all breed summer calves born between June 1, 2018 and August 31, 2018. Calves MUST be exhibited by a Delaware State Fair Junior Dairy Exhib-itor. Leased animals are eligible and an exhibitor must be named on the last entry on May 1, 2019. The entry form and official rules can be found on the State 4-H Animal Science webpage https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/26102406/2019-Delaware-Youth-Dairy-Futurity-Entry-Form.pdf
Saddle up with 4-H! The annual State 4-H Trail Ride, sponsored by the State 4-H Horse Advisory Committee, will be held at Redden State Forest Headquarters Tract this year on November 4, 2018 with ride off occurring at 10 am. This is a fun family event with riders of all ages and levels of experiences. Non 4-H member horsey friends are welcome! There will be some volunteer walkers as well to assist our less experienced riders if needed. Following the trail ride there will be a picnic in the pavilion beginning at 11:30 am. ASTM/SEI hard hats are required for all riders. For more information please see the flyer posted on the State 4-H Animal Science webpage https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/19111222/2018-4-H-Fall-Trail-Ride.pdf To RSVP, please contact Susan Garey at (302)730-4000 or [email protected] no later than October 31st.
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Scribbles from: Susan Garey, Extension Educator, Animal Science
Delaware 4-H Horse of the Year- Deadline November 12, 2018
Have you ever wished that you could have a model of your own favorite horse or pony to cherish forever? Here’s your chance!
Peter Stone of Stone Model Horses (www.stonehorses.com) has volunteered to create a model horse to honor the great horse or pony selected as Delaware’s “4-H Horse of the Year”. The winning 4-H member will be announced at the Horse Bowl contest and awarded their horse/pony model horse at the winning member’s county achievement banquet in fall of 2019. Any currently enrolled traditional Delaware 4-H member (Cloverbuds are not eligible), can nominate their beloved horse/pony by completing these steps:
1. Complete the Nomination Form 2019.
2. Provide Four (4) 4x6” full color photos of your horse/pony in natural light (not in the barn): front, back, left sideand right side. Attach to the provided page. These photos will not be returned so make sure you have copies.
3. Add an essay of 500 to 1000 words written by the 4-H’er (age of 4-H’er will be considered in writing quality). The
award will be chosen based on how well the 4-H member can answer the following topic:
“My horse represents the 4 H’s by…”
a. Should be a horse or pony you have owned or worked with in some way.
b. Do NOT include your name or the horse/pony’s registered name in the essay.
c. Use the horse’s unregistered nick name or pet name in the essay.
d. Not required to own the horse or pony being nominated.
4. The nomination with the essay must be postmarked by November 12, 2018.
Nomination forms, the scoring rubric used by judges, and more details are available on the state 4-H animal sci-ence webpage
https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/19110827/2019-Horse-of-the-Year-Application.pdf
State 4-H Hippology Contest for Horse Project Members- Contest December 1
The State 4-H Horse Advisory Committee will be holding a Hippology Contest for statewide 4-H Horse Project Members at
Sultana Stables in Greenwood on December 1 from 9:00 am -12:30 pm. What is Hippology? Hippology is an activity that can
enhance learning for 4-H members by letting them exhibit their knowledge and understanding of equine science and hus-
bandry in a competitive setting. The term "Hippology" comes from the Greek "hippo", meaning horse, and "ology", meaning
"the study of". Participants will be able to demonstrate their experience and knowledge gained in their horse projects, horse
judging, horse bowl, demonstrations, and practical horse management. Contests are typically set up in a station format
where participants are asked to complete tasks such as identifying feeds, judging hay, matching body parts with the correct
names, putting together a bridle, bandaging a leg, etc. The contest guide and entry form can be found at https://
cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/27075634/2018-Delaware-4-H-Hippology-Contest-Final.pdf Entries are
due November 12th. We are always looking for adult volunteers to help facilitate the contest as station monitors, timers, and
scoring. Please contact Susan Garey for more information.
New Horse Owner Seminar
The Delaware Equine Council is hosting a one day seminar for new horse owners or those considering buying a horse on Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 8:30-4:00 pm at the Paradee Center in Dover. This seminar would be appropriate for older horse project members. No sales, just lots of good infor-mation! A light lunch will be provided to partici-pants. The schedule for the day is: 8:30 to 9:00 Registration
9:00 to 9:15- Welcome by Ken Horeis, Vice Presi-dent, Delaware Equine Council
9:15 to 10:00 - What you need to know about prop-er hoof care (no hoof, no horse)
10:15 to 11:00 – Horse Care and Health Issues – All Creatures Veterinary Service (vaccinations, First Aid basics, temperature, respiratory, pulse) 11:15 to 12:00 – Pasture Management and Mainte-nance – Susan Truehart Garey, University of Dela-
ware Cooperative Extension
12:00 to 1:00- Lunch and visiting with speakers
1:00 to 1:45 – Nutrient Management – Brooke Walls, Delaware Department of Agriculture, Nutri-ent Management Section
2:00 to 2:45 – Horse Trailer Maintenance and Safe-ty – Ronnie Lloyd, Delwood Trailer Sales
3:00 to 3:45 – Basic Equine Nutrition – Ken Horeis
Pre-registration is required. $10 for adults, $5 for
youth under 18. To register for this event, contact
Ken Horeis at [email protected] or 302-270-
2648
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Women in Ag Equine Business Series
Calling all women involved in equine businesses! The Universi-ty of Delaware Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension, is hosting a Women In Ag Equine Business focused series of programs in November 2018. The supper series is open to both women and men but the primary target is female equine business op-erators.
The program series blends friendly discussion and the oppor-tunity for networking over dinner with presentations by guest speakers. The information presented is designed to help eq-uine operators to strengthen their skills to manage risk and promote farm and business growth. Topics covered will in-clude:
Who is in Business with You? Understanding Business
Structures
What Color Are You? Learn How Different Color Personali-
ties Can Work Well Together
An Introduction to Business Plans
What is a Lender Looking for?
Understanding Credit and Credit Reports
Farm and Equine Insurance
The Value of Social Media for an Equine Business
Building Your Social Media Presence
Opportunity for an additional Hands-on Computer Session
on Quick Books – date and location to be determined
based on interest.
Past program participants said that as a result of their partici-pation, 80% would implement change to their current busi-ness structure, 70% would change their insurance policy, 100% would use the resource materials from the program and 90% showed interest in follow up or advanced business man-agement training. Pre-registration is required for materials and meal planning purposes. The series is being held Novem-ber 8, 13, 15 from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Paradee Center in Do-ver. The cost for the 3 evening series is $60.00 and includes meals and all resource materials. Register online at http://www.udel.edu/005163 Please contact Susan Garey [email protected] (302)730-4000 or Tracy Wootten
Scribbles from: Susan Garey, Extension Educator, Animal Science
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic
information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activi-
ties, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also
prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
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Delaware Equine Council Scholarship- $1500
Eligibility:
Must be a U.S. citizen and a Delaware resident or Delaware Equine Council member. ($10.00 to become an individual member) Must be enrolled and in good standing in an agriculture, equine, veterinary or vet tech program in the United States. Must submit a typewritten 400-word essay :
"How I plan to use this course of study to further the equine or agriculture industry."
Must complete a typed application and include a transcript of a minimum of one full semester's grades from an accredited college or university.
All awards are given without discrimination as to race, sex, or creed. Application postmark deadline is January 31, 2019. Winners will be notified in February and awarded at the scholarship dinner on March 3, 2019. To download the application or for more details please visit: http://www.delawareequinecouncil.org/ScholarshipPAGE.html
Scribbles from: Susan Garey, Extension Educator, Animal Science
Small Ruminant Field Day- October 20th- Focus on Disease
There is a Small Ruminant field day scheduled for October 20th at Delaware State University’s Hickory Hill Farm. The day’s agenda will focus on Prevention, Detection and Treatment of Infectious Disease in Sheep and Goats and will fea-ture speakers from Delaware State University, University of Delaware and Virginia State University as well as Dr. Betsy Crook, DVM. The morning will largely be lecture with a break for lunch (provided) and the afternoon sessions will be hands on. This program is appropriate for older 4-H members and leaders/parents. 9:00 – 9:30 am Registration
9:30 – 10: 00 am Understanding Biosecurity- Daniel Severson and Susan Garey
10:00 – 10:45 am Vaccination (Types of vaccines, vaccination protocol, etc.)-Dr. Elizabeth Crook, DVM
10:45 – 11:15 am Zoonotic Diseases- Dr. Kwame Matthews
11:15 am – 12:00 pm Infectious Diseases- Dr. Eunice Ndegwa
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm LUNCH
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Hands-on/Interactive Sessions
Creation of Biosecurity Plan
Vaccine Handling, Giving Injections and Quality Assurance Considerations
Registration for the day is available online here https://cast.ticketspice.com/small-ruminant-field-day and the cost is $15.00 per person for lunch and all materials. The deadline to register is October 15th. For more information please contact Susan Garey [email protected] or (302)730-4000.
All Delaware 4-H Leaders are invited to attend this statewide training which will be beneficial not just to a new 4-H volunteer but to any leader who may need a refresher of 4-H! All are welcome!!
DATE: Saturday, October 20, 2018 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Kent County Extension Office
Paradee Center, 69 Transportation Circle, Dover
Lunch will be provided.
Please contact Tammy Schirmer to register by calling 856-2585 ext. 544 or email [email protected]
It is the policy of the Delaware Coopera ve Extension System that no person shall be subjected to discrimina on on the grounds of race, color, sex, disability, age or na onal origin.
NEW 4-H LEADER TRAINING
Delaware 4-H Science Career
Exploration
Workshop Series
Fall 2018 Dates: October 25, 2018: Coding and Computer Science at Shue
Middle School, 6-8pm
Register at 302-831-8965
Come join the 4-H afterschool clubs for a fun evening learning
how to explore your coding and computer science side. We
will be completing the 4-H National Youth Science Day activi-
ty while learning how you can incorporate thigs in your every-
day life.
• November 3, 2018: Environmental Science at St. Jones
River Dover, 9:00-10:30 AMRegister at 302-730-4000
Pond Exploration get outside and explore the life in our pond systems! Students will have the opportunity to utilize dip nets to examine the life that is in our ponds here at the Reserve. They will look at the various organisms and discuss their life cycles and importance to a healthy pond. Science Units: Or-ganisms, Insects, Water Units.
Spring 2019 Dates: February 16, 2019:
Food Science @ New County Office
March 30, 2019:
Marine Biology @ Lewes Campus
April, 2019:
Precision Agriculture @ Sussex County Office
If you have special needs that need to be accommodated, please contact the office two weeks prior to the event. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
These events will occur in different
counties throughout the year and are
open to traditional age 8-18 4-H
members.
4th H for Health Challenge - Year 2, encourages 4-H groups to serve water, fruits and vegetables, and to incorporate physical activity and a social/emotional health activity at four meetings and events. Below are some ideas:
Mix & Mingle – A quick, active icebreaker for large groups to encourage decision making, choices and an opportunity to get to know each other.
Group stands in middle of a hall area. The leader stands in front facing group and calls out a choice, pointing to opposite sides. For example inside vs. outside. If I like “outside” more than “inside” I would go to right. Run or walk to side of room which they prefer.
Examples of choices: nature vs city, casual vs dress-up, apple vs banana, Instagram vs twitter, dancing vs singing, performing vs watching, iPhone vs android, surfing vs skiing, water ice vs ice cream, carrots vs celery, strawberry vs blueberry, white potato vs sweet potato…
1 ½ c. cold milk
1 c. fresh or canned fruit, drained
1 small pkg. vanilla instant pudding
Combine milk, pudding mix and fruit in one quart jar or bowl with tight fitting lid, shake until well mixed (about 1-2 minutes). Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Serves 4-6.
Green, Red, Yellow and Orange Peppers contain high amounts of Vitamin C. A red bell pepper contains 3 times the amount of Vitamin C in an average orange. Orange peppers are consider an Eyefood meaning high in nutrients promoting eye health!
Serve pepper strips with: Savory Yogurt Dip - Combine 2 cups low fat plain yogurt, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 3 T. lemon juice, ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese and a pinch of salt and pepper.
FRUITY SHAKY PUDDING
SNACK IT UP WITH PEPPERS
OCTOBER HEALTHY LIVING IDEAS
DELAWARE 4-H
Civic Engagement
Corner October 2018
October is National 4-H Month! So many businesses, organizations and community leaders give their resources and time o the Delaware 4-H program! We thought it would be nice for 4-H members and clubs to send thank you notes as a way to show our appreciation. Please see the activity plan below to help guide you.
Thank You Project Acitivity
4-H Life Skills Outcomes and Learning Objectives
Planning/Organizing
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Community Engagement
Awareness
Supplies
Paper
Envelopes
Stamps
Computer
Pens/Pencils
Cards or Cardstock
Steps
• Discuss the importance of each of community engagement and giving back, as well as, an understanding ofwhat would we do without those that are supportive of our programs
• Research organizations/community leaders that have donated their time and resources to 4-H
• Write thank you cards or letters to those organizations – be specific about what they have done to support4-H.
Join the Dover Clovers 4-H Club on :
Saturday, October 20, 2018
9 am ‐ 11 am
Mayor’s 4th Kayak & Canoe Regatta
Mayor Robin R. Chris ansen invites you to come out and enjoy Silver Lake as part of the Dover’s Open Streets program.
Those with canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, inflat-ables, sail boats, row & peddle boats are encour-aged to par cipate. We will have cer ficates and a small prize for the first 50 people. Bring your boats & paddles, and life jackets to join in a floa ng parade to the Silver Lake Bridge area and then back. Silver Lake is a jewel for the City of Dover, there’s not a be er way to experience it than being right on it!
If your non-motorized cra does not have a lake license, no worries, as all par cipants will have the lake licensing fee waived for the event. Eve-ryone par cipa ng will receive a cer ficate signed by the Mayor. We plan to launch vessels from the Washington Street entrance beach ar-ea at 9 AM, paddle to the Silver Lake Bridge (State Street) and back. There is plenty of free parking available.
Don’t have a canoe or kayak? Don’t let that stop you, as we we have a kayaks and canoes availa-ble for for you join in! This is a family friendly ac vity hosted by Mayor Chris ansen, the Silver Lake Commission and the Parks & Recrea on Department.
(302) 674‐7541 or (302) 736‐7050
Silver Lake 300 Washington Street, Dover
Special Thanks to:
Dover Fire Department
Li le Creek Fire Department
Join me, Melanie Witte, Porter Gang 4-H Club, in my 2nd annual fall “SOAP DRIVE” to help eradicate cholera in Haiti. Soap is not affordable to many families in Haiti, and as a result, many children die of cholera. Fortunately, these Haitian kids above were taught the importance of handwashing, so their lives will be saved.
Thanks to your efforts last year, 450 bars of soap were sent to Haiti, along with 100 cholera prevention kits. Shipment of these supplies wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the Delaware 4-H Foundation.
Let’s keep this effort going. How can you help? Please bring full-size bars of soap to your club meetings or to the County Extension Office during the months of October and November. Together, we can make a differ-ence in our world.
Fall Soap Drive
Calling all Delaware 4-H Members!
Do you want to promote our 4-H program to others?
Show your love for 4-H by bringing a friend to a club meeting during the months of September, October and November.
Let them know what 4-H is all about!
If your friend joins 4-H, you both will receive a Delaware 4-H t-shirt designed by one of our members!
When your friend joins, please fill out the following form and return to your county 4-H office. Prizes limited to first 100 new members!
4-H Friends Challenge!
4-H Member Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________
New 4-H Member Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________
County: ______________________________________
Club: ________________________________________
Please return this form to your County 4-H Office by December 3!
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Donations during Paper Clover at Tractor Supply stores make a world of difference for children in your state by
supporting scholarships that send kids to 4-H camp and create leadership experiences. 4-H is a global network of
youth organizations that engage kids to reach their full potential under the principles Head, Heart, Hands & Health.
SPRING: APRIL 11-22 & FALL: OCTOBER 3-14MAKE A DONATION DURING PAPER CLOVER AT YOUR TRACTOR SUPPLY STORE.
IMPACTED SINCE 20164 - H Y O U T H
4-H CAMP
NO ENDORSEMENT BY 4-H IS IMPLIED OR INTENDED. USE OF THE 4-H NAME AND EMBLEM IS AUTHORIZED BY USDA. 4-H IS THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OF OUR NATION’S COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SYSTEM.
OF DONATIONS DIRECTLYSUPPORT 4-H YOUTHIN YOUR STATE
IN 2017
SUPPORT NATIONAL4-H PROGRAMMING10%
THAT’S
18X MORE1,700%
M
MONEY THAN PREVIOUS YEARSINCREASE IN STATE FUNDING
SINCE THE ADOPTION OF OUR NEW PAPERCLOVER DONATION STRUCTURE IN 2016
LOCAL 4-HPROGRAMS HAVE SEEN A
37,000
