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Portage County 4-H Courier
Feb / Mar 2017
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4-H Event Calendar .............. Page 2
Scholarships ......................... Page 3
4-H Summer Camp ........... Page 4-5
Large Animal Science .......... Page 6
Market Animal Project ......... Page 7
Horse and Pony .................... Page 8
Small Animal Science .......... Page 9
Minutes/Club Reports ........ Page 10
Demonstration Contest ....... Page 11
Speaking Contest ................ Page 12
Scholarship App ............ Page 13-14
Help the Amherst Fair ........ Page 15
4-H Families and Friends, Despite pesky weather cancellations in January, we’ve had a successful lift-off to 2017 with the Teen Leaders’ annual Winter Party, and now we are looking forward to new frontiers! Now is a great time to start thinking about the Speaking/Demonstration contest, and college-bound 4-Hers should consider applying for a Portage County 4-H scholarship. Of course, nothing helps us get through the cold weather better than looking forward to camp! We’re already looking for counselors to sign up by March 1, so 4-Hers grades 9 and up should check it out on pages 4 and 5! SIGNING OFF
CLOVER OV-032
Connie Creighton UW-Extension Portage County 4-H Youth Development Agent
[email protected] http://portage.uwex.edu
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FEBRUARY 1 Please contact the Extension office if you are planning to show animals at the State Fair! 1 Last Day to Register for the 4-H Meat Judging Contest 10 Market Animal Project Agreements Due to Extension Office (from back of rule book) 13 Market Animal Committee Meeting, 6:30 PM, County Annex, Room 2 13 Market Animal Project Practical Applications, 7:30 PM, County Annex, Rooms 1 and 2 18 4-H Meats Judging Contest, UW-Madison, Meat Lab 20 4-H Leaders Board Meeting, 7:00 PM, County Annex, Room 1 27 NEW 4-H Adult Leader Training, 6:00 PM, County Annex, Room 3
MARCH 4 Wisconsin 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl & Skillathon, UW-Madison Animal Sciences Building 15 Portage County 4-H Scholarship Application Due 20 4-H Leaders Association Meeting, 7:00 PM, County Annex, Room 1 21 4-H Teen Leaders Association Meeting, 7:00 PM, County Annex, Room 2 23 Market Animal Committee Meeting, 6:00 PM, County Annex, Room 2 23 Market Animal Project Species Meeting, 7:00 PM, County Annex, Rooms 1 and 2 31 Last Day to Register for the 4-H Speaking and Demonstration Contests
APRIL 1 Last Day for Project Changes in 4-H Online 11 4-H Speaking & Demonstration Contests, 6:00 PM, Room 2, Annex 14 Managerial Agreements Due to UW-Extension Office 17 4-H Leaders Board Meeting 27 Meat Animal Quality Assurance Test, 5:45 PM, County Annex, First Floor 27 Meat Animal Quality Assurance Class, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, County Annex, First Floor 27 Market Animal Committee Meeting, 6:00 PM, County Annex, Room 2
4-H PROGRAM CANCELLATION POLICY
4-H programs are automatically cancelled if: 1) The local school districts close due to inclement weather. 2) We are under a Winter Storm Warning. The Extension Office will notify you, if possible, by: 1) Sending out an e-mail if program is cancelled during work hours. 2) Leaving a message on the main office number (715-346-1316) and 4-H support staff number (715-346-1462).
Program cancellations will not be announced on WSPT Radio.
NEW Adult Leader Training!
Interested in becoming a 4-H
Leader or know someone who is?
Call 715-346-1462 to register for
the NEW Adult 4-H Leader
training on February 27!
WI 4-H FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE: MARCH 15TH
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation offers $10,000 in scholarships annually to outstanding students
pursuing higher education in 2017. Applications include a resume, cover letter, list of 4-H projects,
and a recent photo of the applicant. For application instructions, visit:
http://wis4hfoundation.org/scholarships/
WI STATE FAIR DAIRY PROMOTION
BOARD SCHOLARSHIPS
DEADLINE: MARCH 24TH AWARD: $1,000 For high school seniors or third- or fourth-year college students in dairy-related or food science programs. Details at: http://wistatefair.com/competitions/dairy-promo-board/
PORTAGE COUNTY
4-H SCHOLARSHIPS! DEADLINE: MARCH 15TH
AWARD: ~$250
Scholarships are available for eligible Portage County
4-H members and leaders pursuing higher education!
Turn to pages 13-14 of this newsletter for an
application!
The scholarship requires letters of
recommendation and a signature from your
General Leader. Please start soon to give your
mentors time to write a thoughtful letter!
Qualifications:
Must be a present or former Portage County 4-H
member or leader
May study in any field at an accredited school
Must be used within 1 year from time of award
Minimum of 2 years as club project/youth leader
Minimum of 3 years of participation in 4-H
Scholarship can be received only once
A member needs their general leader’s signature
A leader’s form must be signed by their general
leader or the county agent.
WISCONSIN JUNIOR TARGHEE
SHEEP ASSOCIATION
STARTER FLOCK GIVEAWAY DEADLINE: APRIL 1ST, 2017 AWARD: 3 TARGHEE EWES Any youth aged 12-17 as of January 1 of this year can
apply for a starter flock from the Wisconsin Junior
Targhee Association. For application materials and
rules, please visit:
http://www.ustargheesheep.org/forms_rules.html Select WJTSA Starter Flock Application
WISCONSIN CATTLEMEN’S AND
CATTLEWOMEN’S SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: POSTMARKED BY MARCH 6TH AWARD: $500 Application is available for download at: http://www.wisconsincattlemen.com/resources/ Applicants must have a background in the beef, veal, or dairy industry, with possible preference given to those planning to pursue an agricultural field or those attending a Wisconsin university, technical college, or community college. Scholarship payments are made after verification of enrollment from one’s college with first-semester grades, as well as completion of the Master of Beef Advocacy Online Training Program. 8 to 10 scholarships will be offered.
Questions? Contact Kathy Miller at [email protected]
SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR 4-H
4-H Summer Camp!
June 9 - 10, 2017 Grades 2 - 4
Central Wisconsin Environmental Station
Town of New Hope, Portage County
This is an overnight camping trip for younger 4-Hers
to enjoy a variety of outdoor, indoor, and water
activities. Youth work with camp counselors to learn
about nature while playing games, making friends,
and having fun!
June 29 - July 1, 2017 Grades 5 - 8
Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
This is a two-night camping trip for 4-Hers in grades
5 through 8. With hands-on adventures on land and
sea (along with free time for youth to make friends
and play games), this is a wonderful way to spend a
summer weekend!
Mark your calendars! Registration information will be in the next Courier!
CAMP COUNSELOR REQUIREMENTS: Grade 9 and up
Camp counselors serve at either Junior or
Intermediate Camp. The position is open to any
4-H teen in grade 9 or older. Former experience
as a 4-H camper is great, but not required.
CABIN COUNSELOR REQUIREMENTS: Grade 9 and up Past Camper Experience
Cabin counselors serve at either Junior or
Intermediate Camp. Cabin counselors must be
mature and able to relate to campers and staff.
They should have experience as a 4-H camper.
JUNIOR CAMP DIRECTOR REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 and up Past Counselor Experience
Camp directors at Junior Camp must be mature
and able to relate to campers and staff. They must
take leadership responsibility and be able to
evaluate counselors with the assistance of one
other director. They should have experience as a
4-H camp counselor.
INTERMEDIATE RESOURCE COUNSELOR
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 9 and up Past Camper Experience
Resource counselors at Intermediate Camp must
be mature and able to relate to campers and staff.
Experience as a camper is essential. Must be able
to lead group activities (arts & crafts, nature
activities, or games and recreation). They serve as
counselors for about eight 4-H members.
ADULT CHAPERONES ARE ALSO NEEDED FOR CAMP! We need 1 adult chaperone for every 10 campers. If you are interested, please contact the Extension
office (715-346-1462). Camper applications will be in a future newsletter.
GRADE 9 & UP? WE NEED YOU! Apply to be a camp counselor this year! Paper applications were in the Dec/Jan newsletter, or apply online at http://tinyurl.com/CampPoCo
Fencing supplies available!
Contact Liz Wysocki: [email protected] or 715-498-5882
Please contact the UW-Extension office as soon as possible at 715-346-1462 or [email protected]. We need
to know about any animals you are planning to show at the
2017 State Fair.
June 8 - 10 Who: Dairy youth ages 12-18 Cost: $115 ($65 of this needed to reserve spot) How to Register: Visit http://fyi.uwex.edu/dairyyouth/ or contact the Extension Office to be sent a brochure and registration form!
This is a program for Dairy Project youth aged 12-18. Attending Badger Dairy Camp is a great opportunity for campers to solidify dairy fundamentals and get a jump on the upcoming judging and showing season.
Managerial Agreements Due April 14 If the animal you are bringing to the Amherst or Rosholt Fair is not owned by you or a member of your immediate family, you must send a Managerial Agreement to the UW-Extension office no later than April 14! Copies available in the December/January newsletter or at http://portage.uwex.edu (4-H Forms and Applications).
Accidents involving farm tractors claim 270 lives each year in the United States. Don’t be a statistic! Youth ages 12 and older can register for a three-day Tractor/Farm Safety Camp at Camp TaPaWingo in Mishicot. Open to any WI youth. View the registration form for more details. Minimum Age: 12 years old by start of camp Cost: $195 per camper Deadline: February 20 for the March 10-12 camp March 17 for the March 31-April 2 camp Interested? Register at manitowoc.uwex.edu
Tractor/Farm Safety Camp March 10-12 or March 31-April 2
Mishicot, WI - Manitowoc County
Registration is now open for the 2017 Central Wisconsin Spring Fling Beef Show May 12-13 at the Waushara County Fairgrounds in Wautoma
$30/head on or before May 1
For registration, rules, and more info: http://www.centralspringshow.com/
Market Animal
Project News
APRIL 27, COURTHOUSE ANNEX 1462 STRONGS AVE, STEVENS POINT Class: 7:00-8:30 PM WHAT IS MAQA? The Meat Animal Quality Assurance program is essential for all Swine Project members and is recommended for beef and sheep exhibitors as well. Participation is required if you plan to show hogs at either the Amherst or Rosholt Fair (whether you are in the Market Animal Project or not).
HOW DO I GET CERTIFIED? Most youth will get certified by taking the MAQA class on April 27, 7:00-8:30 PM at the Portage County Courthouse Annex. By taking the class, youth will be certified for one year.
IS THERE A TESTING OPTION THIS YEAR? We are not offering the test-out option for MAQA this year. If you have taken the Intermediate or Advanced Test in the past, your certification is still valid until the expiration date listed on your card. If you would like to confirm the expiration date of your certification, feel free to call the Extension office and we will look it up for you.
WHAT IF I CAN’T ATTEND? MAQA courses are offered throughout the state. Visit http://fyi.uwex.edu/maqa/maqa-meetings/ to find alternative dates and locations. Instructors in other counties will send us your certification information, but please let us know if you are planning to attend out-of-county so we know to expect it.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR MAQA? Registrations are due by April 14. Call 715-346-1462, e-mail [email protected], or visit:
https://tinyurl.com/PortageMAQA
MEAT ANIMAL QUALITY ASSURANCE (MAQA)
The below events may count
as a Market Animal Project
education meeting. You will
need prior approval from Jim
Warzynski and a signed Out-
of-County Activity Form.
Livestock Quiz Bowl and Skill-a-Thon
Livestock Bowl is a quiz competition where all the questions are about beef, sheep, swine, and meat goat topics and students use a buzzer in order to answer the questions. All 4-H members are welcome to form a team of 3-4 members! ( cont est ant s par t ic ipat e according to their grade). Register by February 24! http://fyi.uwex.edu/youthlivestock/
programs/quizbowlskillathon/
Marathon Feed Inc. 2017 Show Series - February 25
2910 Feed Ln, Marathon, WI Registration: 8:30 AM Hog Clinic: 9:00 - 11:30 AM Beef/Sheep Clinic: 12:00 - 2:30 PM
Northeast WI Honor Show Chow Seminar - March 11
1 University Dr, Sheboygan Registration: 8:30 AM Beef/Sheep/Poultry: 9:00 AM Swine/Goats: 10:30 AM Register by March 1
HORSE AND PONY
Alliant Energy Center, Madison April 21-23, 2017 This three-day horse fair includes 300 clinics,
seminars, and educational events that are offered by
horse professionals from around the country. See
ticket pricing information and the event schedule at
www.midwesthorsefair.com to see if any of these
events interest you!
MIDWEST HORSE FAIR Kenosha County Center 19600 75th St, Bristol, WI Saturday, March 4, 2017 Registration begins at 9:30 AM and the program is done by 3:00 PM. There is no cost to attend!
This year’s workshop topics include: Exercising Older Horses Lameness and Foot Care Teeth and Feeding Metabolic Disorders Register at: http://kenosha.uwex.edu/agriculture/8630-2/ Questions? Contact Kenosha County educator Leigh Presley at 262-857-1948 or Extension Equine Specialist Liv Sandberg at 608-263-4303
EQUINE EDUCATION PROGRAM
University of Wisconsin-River Falls April 16-17, 2017 The clinic is for youth ages 12-18 who are interested in competitive horse judging. This two-day program is focused toward youth judgers and serve as a valuable aid to 4-H coaches wishing to improve their horse judging program. Instruction will be given in judging halter horses, Western and English performance events and oral reasons. The format and presentation of oral reasons will be introduced and students will receive one-on-one assistance in developing their reasoning skills. Sunday’s class will include western riding, ranch pleasure, and reining.
Deadline to register is April 8! Visit: https://www.uwrf.edu/ANFS/EquineClinics.cfm
HORSE JUDGING CLINIC
Have you paid your club dues yet? Remember that the annual project fee for all youth who enroll in the Horse or Horseless Horse is $4.00. This is in addition to the $6.00 county dues and any dues collected by clubs. This money is used to pay county horse and pony expenses (such as insurance and fair judge expenses).
ANNUAL HORSE PROJECT
FEE REMINDER
SMALL ANIMAL PROJECT WHO: Poultry and Rabbit Exhibitors WHEN: 7:00 PM, February 21 WHERE: Courthouse Annex, Rooms 1 & 3 1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point The 4-H Small Animal Project plans educational opportunities and other events for poultry and rabbit exhibitors, and strives to make improvements to the rabbit and poultry barns at the Rosholt and Amherst Fairs. All exhibitors of rabbits and poultry are encouraged to attend!
4-H DOG PROJECT — NEW DATES AND LOCATIONS!
Questions about the Dog Project? Contact Nadene Seymour at [email protected]
or Paula Kropidlowski at [email protected]
BEGINNER MEMBERS (First-Year Members,
Beginner Pre-Novice or Pre-Novice Obedience)
February 10, 6:00-7:00 PM Camp Bandy February 24, 6:00-7:00 PM Camp Bandy March 31, 6:00-7:00 PM Camp Bandy
ADVANCED MEMBERS (Novice Obedience or Higher Levels)
February 17, 6:00-7:00 PM Pawsitively Unleashed March 3, 6:00-7:00 PM Pawsitively Unleashed March 17, 6:00-7:00 PM Pawsitively Unleashed
ALL MEMBERS (Beginner and Advanced)
April 7, 6:00-7:00 PM Camp Bandy April 21, 6:00-7:00 PM Camp Bandy
Please contact the UW-Extension office as soon as possible at 715-346-1462 or [email protected]. We need
to know about any animals you are planning to show at the
2017 State Fair.
The Portage County 4-H Adult Leaders Board Meeting was called to order at 7:07 pm at the Courthouse Annex. Pledges were recited and roll call taken with the question of places we would like to travel. PRESENT: Agnes Mallek (Junction City Golden Stars), Michelle Waltenberg, Kathy Glodowski (Nelsonville Zippy Zees), Karen Jastromski, Debra Helbach (Tomorrow River Voyagers), Bev Betker, Jan Miller, Lisa Mercurio (Rosholt Pioneers), Candice Wolosek (Plover Clovers), Marilyn Pederson (Carson Climbers), Connie Creighton (UW-Extension). MINUTES: Approved as presented. TREASURERS REPORT: Checking - $2,813.85, Savings - $12,650.56 Approval of bills: State Horse, Plat Books, Fall Forum, National Horticulture OLD BUSINESS: Fall Forum: 11-04-16, Green Lake. Jan, the Waltenbergs, and Connie are attending. 4-H Online Enrollments: Re-enrollments due 11-15-16. IRS Reporting/Club Charters: Charter for the Leaders Association needed to be signed. Connie suggested some reaching-out points: more participation, extra reviews held, expand the garden club. Clubs need to share three SMART goals. Leaders Banquet: Will be on Veteran’s Day. Karen and Kathy will help set up at 5:00 PM. Need clean-up crew. Need tablecloth. Everyone attending the Leaders Meeting bring dessert. Nelsonville Zippy Zees doing centerpieces. Awards Program: Rose Ross will get the apples. NEW BUSINESS: Mandatory Charter Training: Thursday, 10-27 @ 6:30, Annex Room #2. Connie will present a talk on risk management. 4-H Online Training: 11-08 (Voting Day), 6:30-7:30 PM, Annex Room #2. For club leaders and managers. Trips and Awards: Information in newsletter – all forms online. Some trips require registration in 4-H Online. No letter of recommendation needed for Space Camp. Teen Trick-or-Treat: October 31
st, Stevens Point and Plover. Candice reported – postcards
sent out. 2 drivers recruited. Expansion & Review Committee: 11-21 @ 6:30 PM, Conference Room 1, Co. Annex Building. All board members need to be present. Teen Nov. Meeting: Basic agenda, holiday food basket, games. Club Dissolution: Portage Pouncers voted to dissolve – bank account closed. Plat Books: Need to order 250 more plat books. Discussion: signed contract on 04-14-14 with Rockford Maps. They will give us the same price. 9-15 delivery. Jan reported if there are errors, they can be corrected before the next printing. Motion to begin working on 2017 plat book with Rockford. Discussion on plat book ads for area newspapers – Stevens Point Buyers Guide, Community Spirit, Rosholt Record, and Portage County Gazette. Motion to spend up to $100 on advertising for plat books. December Meeting Cancelled. State Horse Presentation: Discussion: on licenses, individual, cattle haulers for State Fair; cost, gas, housing, meals; each family takes their own or goes together. (Style review, horse, dog, poultry). How much money we have, how much state contributes, state event policies. Needs to be reviewed by budget time. Book Availability: Jan mentioned a book, Badger State Buddies, about kids involved in a 4-H club that is now available. Record Books: Looking at 4-H record books, with examples from Fond du Lac and Waupaca counties. Fillable and on-line. Discussion on updating Crops and Leadership pages. January Meeting: Kathy suggested bringing something used to the January meeting. AGENT REPORT: Still nothing definitive on the nEXT Generation. We need stories with pictures about how 4-H makes a difference. Connie will be in North Carolina for Christmas, December 19
th – 29
th. ADJOURNED: 8:30 pm.
Yours in 4-H, Marilyn Pederson, Secretary The Portage County 4-H Adult Leaders Association Meeting was called to order by President Lisa Mercurio-Wroblewski @ 7:33 PM in the Courthouse Annex. Pledged recited, roll taken, with introduction by everyone telling one interesting thing about themselves. PRESENT: Debra Helbach, Lara Pagel, Michael Turner, Karen Jastromski (Tomorrow River Voyagers), Jan Miller, Lisa M. Mercurio-Wroblewski (Rosholt Pioneers), Betty Pionek, Pat Mrozinski (Casimer Boosters), Michelle Waltenberg, Kathy Glodowski (Nelsonville Zippy Zees), Paula Kropidlowski (County-Wide), Lynette Wolosek (Plover Clovers), Connie Creighton (UW-Extension), Marilyn Pederson (Carson Climbers) MINUTES: Approved as presented. TREASURERS REPORT: Checking - $3,024.68, Savings - $12,650.56. Bills discussed: Awards & Leaders Banquet, Plat Books, Jan. dues, National 4-H bill. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Thank-you from Suzanna Viau in appreciation for support towards her trip to the NJHA convention in Pennsylvania. OLD BUSINESS: Financial Reports and Club Charters: All charters in and filed. 4-H Re-Enrollments: Slow. Plat Book Updates: Discussion – order 250 plat books. Fall Forum: Michelle Waltenberg reported. Awesome; not enough time to meet & greet with other counties. Jan reported as well. Location was gorgeous. Leaders Banquet: Food was phenomenal, great clean-up crew. 64 adults, 9 youth, 2 youth aged 12 and under. 2017 date: Friday, November 10 – County Annex. Ambrosia to cater. Awards Program: Went really well. Leaders did a great job of setting up. Candice did a great job with the youth. Discussion: policy on presentation (do all trip winners need to present somewhere?). Pictures of graduates on overhead. 2017 date: November 12 at Jensen Center; Kathy Glodowski will send Connie the contract. U.S. Space Camp Application: 6 applicants interviewed last week – 4 approved. Ian Shelton, Bodhi Herndon, Clare Viau, and Harleigh Carlson. NEW BUSINESS: New Adult Leader Training: 12-01-16 – adults have to be registered, have a background check, and come to the class (training on child abuse). Trips and Awards Applications Due: 12-22-16 Interview: 1-11-2017, Jan, Karen, Lisa. Club Officer Training: 11-28-16. Discussion – how to participate and how to handle a meeting (Connie – short video on YouTube). Family Roller Skating Party: Need a date – Jan will take care of it. OTHER: Teens: Candice reporting: Winter Family Sledding on Monday, January 30, 6:00-8:00 PM, Iverson Park. Bell Ringing on Friday, December 16, 4:00-6:00 PM at the Shopko in Plover. Halloween – 4 drivers. 20-25 kids. Dog Project: Paula Kropidlowski reporting. Discussion: Waupaca County Co-Host. Portage County host. Held in September – cost. Do a formal presentation and/or packet? AGENT REPORT: Acknowledged everyone for getting their paperwork in. No meeting in December. Connie on vacation December 18
th-29
th. ADJOURNED: 8:33 pm.
Yours in 4-H, Marilyn Pederson, Secretary
Leader’s Association Minutes
DEMONSTRATION CONTEST ENTRY FORM
NAME(S): ______________________________________________________ CLUB: ______________________________________________________ DEMONSTRATION TITLE: _____________________________________________ CHECK ONE: INDIVIDUAL __ CHECK ONE: FAMILY, HOME & HEALTH/CULTURAL ARTS __
GROUP __ MECHANICAL OR NATURAL SCIENCES __ ANIMAL, PLANT OR SOIL SCIENCES __
You can also register online by going to http://portage.uwex.edu, hovering your mouse over “4-H Youth,” and clicking on “Forms & Applications”
or mail this entry form by March 31 to: Portage County UW-Extension, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481
DIVISIONS TIME LIMIT GRADES K - 2 5 - 10 MINUTES GRADES 3 - 5 5 - 10 MINUTES GRADES 6 - 8 8 - 12 MINUTES GRADES 9 & UP 8 - 12 MINUTES
CONTEST RULES Demonstrations may be done individually or
by a team of two youth.
The top demonstrators aged 14 or older as of January 1, 2017 will be eligible to represent Portage County at the State Fair in August.
No live animal demonstrations are allowed at the State Fair and no refrigerators, microwaves, or ranges are provided.
The brochure, Let’s Demonstrate, is available at the UW-Extension Office.
Juding will be on the Danish system. Rosholt Fair premiums are included as awards (Cloverbuds receive participation ribbon).
Awards and Best of Show will be offered for each age division.
Family, Home & Health / Cultural Arts
Mechanical or Natural Science
Animal, Plant, or Soil Science
April 11, 6:00 PM
Annex Room 2
SPEAKING CONTEST ENTRY FORM You can also register online by going to http://portage.uwex.edu, hovering your mouse over “4-H Youth,” and clicking on “Forms & Applications”
or mail this entry form by March 31 to: Portage County UW-Extension, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481
NAME(S): ______________________________________________________ CLUB: ______________________________________________________ TOPIC OR TITLE: _________________________________________________
CHECK ONE: ORIGNAL SPEECH __ STORYTELLING __
READING OF PROSE __ PLAY ACTING (INDIVIDUAL) __
READING OF POETRY __ PLAY ACTING (GROUP) __
Original Speech - A speech written by the speaker on any topic, possibly pertaining to 4-H, such as his/her projects or
activities. An introduction and closing are required and included in the time limit. Speaker may use notes. Use of a speaker’s stand or podium is optional.
Prose Reading - An interpretive reading of a short story or a cutting from a novel, play or essay. A series of prose readings
or cuttings from readings on the same subject or theme (with appropriate transitions) may also be used. Original material is acceptable. An introduction (and transitions, if needed) is required and included in the time limit. Reader must read prose from the printed page and stands during presentation. Use of a speaker’s stand or podium is optional.
Poetry Reading - An interpretive reading of a poem or a cutting from a poem. A series of poems or cuttings from poems
on the same subject or theme (with appropriate transitions) may also be used. Original material is acceptable. An introduction (and transitions, if needed) is required and included in the time limit. Reader must read the poetry from the printed page and stands during presentation. Use of a speaker’s stand or podium is optional.
Storytelling - A telling of a story, such as a folk tale or fairy tale, without memorizing exact words. Original material is
acceptable. An introduction (and transitions, if needed) is required and included in the time limit. Notes are not allowed. Storyteller sits during presentation.
Play Acting - An acting out of a play or a cutting from a play performed by an individual or group (2-6). Original material
is acceptable. An introduction (and transitions, if needed) is required and included in the time limit. Must be memorized. Actors may sit or stand. No costumes, sound effects, or props (other than chairs). Emphasis is on character development through voice, movement, facial expressions, and gestures.
DIVISIONS TIME LIMIT GRADES K - 2 2 - 4 MINUTES GRADES 3 - 5 2 - 4 MINUTES GRADES 6 - 8 3 - 5 MINUTES GRADES 9 & UP 6 - 8 MINUTES
CONTEST RULES Members may submit up to 2 entries in any
speaking category.
Groups (2-6) are allowed for any category, but compete as individuals. The grade of the oldest person in the group will decide in what division the group competes.
Judging will use the Danish system. Awards are Certificates of Participation, ribbons, and Rosholt Fair premiums. A Best of Show will be selected for each age division.
SPEAKERS ARE JUDGED ON THE FOLLOWING: • Did the presentation grasp interest from the start? • Did the speaker use pauses and volume/pace/tone effectively? • Was it easy to understand (with transitions as needed?) • Were important points stressed with emphasis/gestures/facial expressions? • Did it fit the time limit? • Did the speaker show enthusiasm for the topic? • Did the speaker make eye contact with the audience?
April 11, 6:00 PM
Annex Room 2
2017 PORTAGE COUNTY 4-H SCHOLARSHIP Qualifications: Must be present or former Portage County 4-H member or leader. May apply to any field of study, post high school, at accredited school. Must be used within one year from the time of scholarship award or money must be returned to the 4-H Leaders Association. Minimum of 2 years as a project or youth leader at club level. Minimum of 3 years participation in 4-H. Scholarship can be received only once. A leader’s form must be co-signed by a general leader or county agent. A member’s form must be signed by general leader. Date: ____________________ 1. Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Home Address: ____________________________________________________________Zip______________ 3. Present address if different from above: __________________________________________________________ 4. Place of residence in Portage County (check one): _____Farm _____Rural Area _____Village or Town _____City 5. Place and date of birth: ______________________________ ______/______/______ place month / day / year 6. Name and address of high school attended and college: _________________________________________ ___________________________________________ _________________________________________ ___________________________________________ _________________________________________ ___________________________________________ _________________________________________ ___________________________________________ 7. 4-H Background: Number of years enrolled in 4-H: Portage County __________ Other County __________
Total years in 4-H __________
Record of 4-H work, i.e., kinds of projects, 4-H offices held, honors won, special activities in 4-H leadership (use additional sheets if necessary for this page, but be concise!): Club Offices: _______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Other Offices: ______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Honors Won: _______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________
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The University of Wisconsin Extension provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in education, programming and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, gender/sex, creed, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental, arrest or conviction record or veteran status.
Projects: __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Special Activities: ___________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Project Leadership: __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Summarize other interests, activities, and community involvement: ____________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. Write a statement indicating why you have chosen the particular field of study you are pursuing & the reason for choosing the school you will be attending. __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. Write a paragraph on any other things you may want to add. __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 11. Furnish at least three (3) letters of recommendation, with at least one being from a 4-H leader. To the best of my knowledge all of the above information is accurate.
Member’s Signature: ________________________________________
General Leader’s Signature: __________________________________
PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED FORM TO: Portage County UW-Extension, Attn: 4-H, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481
For a fillable PDF or Word Document version of the application, please visit: http://portage.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/forms-applications/
Application Deadline: March 15, 2017
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PORTAGE COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION – AMHERST FAIR 2017 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NEW SWINE/SHEEP PENS & SHOW RING
The Amherst Fair Market Animal Committee has decided to fundraise for new swine and sheep pens. The number of 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors at the Amherst Fair has grown in recent years, as well as the number of animals coming to the fair. In addition to needing more pens, the old pens are getting battered, beaten, and unsafe for the animals. The pens will be similar to the wash pens that we purchased last year, except the new pens will be 4’ x 8’. We are looking at purchasing 60-80 pens and a new show ring. We are asking people to sponsor pen(s). The pens are $350/pen. If $350 is too much, you can donate any monetary amount you wish, which will go toward the show ring. Pen sponsors will have their name on a placard attached to the pen gate. Show ring donors will have their name on a donation board for recognition. If you are interested in sponsoring a pen(s) or making a donation toward the show ring, please send in the donation form below or contact any of the Animal Committee members below for more information. Let’s work together as a community to make this project a success for our 4-H & FFA youth, just as we did last year for the new wash pens!
Members: Michael & Debra Helbach (715-572-5951), Bob & Jenny Stuczynski, Dr. Barb Kasprowicz, Bridget Gagas, Lissa & Roy Danforth, Jeff Kaminski, Jeremy & Liz Spoelstra, or Tim Pederson.
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Return this portion with your contribution to:
Portage County Fair-Amherst * Attn: Tim Pederson * P.O. Box 184 * Amherst, WI 54406
Please acknowledge and record this gift as coming from:
Name: ________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________
City: ___________________ State: ________ Zip: _____________
I would like to sponsor a pen: Number of Pen(s) _______ x $350.00 = $__________
I would like to donate for the show ring: $_________
I would like to make my donation (circle one) “in honor/memory of”: _______________________________
Make checks payable to “Portage County Fair-Amherst”
On the memo line of the check put “swine/sheep pens”
Portage County UW-Extension Courthouse Annex 1462 Strongs Avenue Stevens Point, WI 54481 (715) 346-1316 FAX (715) 346-1323 Website: http://portage.uwex.edu
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COOPERATIVE EXTENSION STAFF
CONNIE CREIGHTON, 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AGENT/DEPT HEAD
SHERRY DANIELS, FAMILY LIVING EDUCATOR
KEN SCHROEDER, AGRICULTURE AGENT
NATHAN SANDWICK, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENT
JILL HICKS, ADMINISTRATOR, FOODWISE
PENNY SCHMITT, NUTRITION EDUCATOR, FOODWISE
MARY HIGLEY, NUTRITION EDUCATOR, FOODWISE
EXTENSION SUPPORT STAFF
DENISE ROCHA, FAMILY LIVING/AGRICULTURE
RYAN NELSON, 4-H/CNRED/ADMINISTRATIVE
JOANNA LICKEL, FOODWISE
OFFICE PHONE : (715) 346-1316
4-H SUPPORT : (715) 346-1462
FAX: (715) 346-1323
The University of Wisconsin-Extension provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in education, programming and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, gender/sex, creed, disability, religion, national
origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental, arrest or conviction record or veteran status.
4-H LEADERS ASSOCIATION
PREISDENT: LISA MERCURIO-WROBLEWSKI ... 715-445-4320
VICE PRESIDENT: MICHELLE WALTENBERG ..... 715-824-6270
SECRETARY: MARILYN PEDERSON .................... 715-344-4489
TREASURER: JAN MILLER ................................... 715-592-4222
“4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning
leadership, citizenship, and life skills”
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