October 19th, 2015

Oct 19, 2015

 

Hello extended 4-H Family,

Many of you have asked how you can help the families affected by the Valley Fire.

There will be a fundraiser dinner, music and auction set for Oct 25th 4-8 pm at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds. They would like to have 4-H helpers. Linda Edgington, 4-H staff in Mendocino County, is coordinating the 4-H side.  If you can help that day please contact Linda or if you can attend the event all funds will benefit the Valley Fire survivors.

 Linda Edgington lgedgington@ucanr.edu 707 463-4495


 

2015 Youth Rabbit Challenge

Hosted by the Liberty 4-H Rabbit Leadership Project

Click this link to enter or cut and paste into your browser:http://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=14021

November 21, 2015

**Check-In will Start 8:30 am**

Competition will start promptly at 9:00 am

Location: Sonoma County 4-H Center

6445 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park, CA 94928

You will compete in:

1. Showmanship

      (You can bring your own showmanship rabbit or we will have a few loaner rabbits) 

2. Breed ID

3. Judging

4. Written test

The age groups are (Age as of January 1 st):

Junior: (9-11)

Intermediate: (12-13)

Senior: (14+)

 

***The Entry Fee is $20.00 (This includes Lunch for Participants)***

You must have your entry/payment postmarked by:

November 9, 2015

Your entry will only be considered confirmed once payment is received! 

There will be a NSF Fee of $20.00, if your check is returned.

 If you have any questions please call Matt Schafer 707-246-1234 


National 4-H Council's Youth in Action Awards recognize exceptional 4-H'ers who epitomize 4-H youth empowerment and leadership. It is a life changing experience!

Winners receive a $5,000 educational scholarship and the opportunity to serve as a 4-H youth spokesperson. Counties of winning youth also earn a $5,000 grant.

Join one of our upcoming webinars to learn more about the Youth in Action Awards and how to apply:

  • Monday, October 19: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST
  • Thursday, October 29: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm EST

For qualifications, application rules, and information on past honorees, please visit the Youth in Action Awards website.

http://www.4-h.org/get-involved/sponsor/4-h-legacy-awards-gala/youth-in-action/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Blast&utm_campaign=YIA

All applications must be submitted by 12:00 PM ET on Monday, November 30, 2015.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Sirangelo
President & CEO
National 4-H Council


The State 4-H Office will be sending a letter out to all fairs to notify them that the UC ANR 4-H Youth Development Program adopted new 4-H uniform guidelines. The State Office will be asking fairs to modify their existing uniform requirements to include the following garments: 

  1. Official green 4-H      hat branded with the UC ANR and the 4-H clover logo mark. To view the new      4-H hat visit: http://4h.ucanr.edu/About/Uniform/California_4-H_Hat/.
  2. A plain white      shirt with a collar. Any length of sleeve, including sleeveless is acceptable.
  3. Dark blue, black,      or white pants (all fabric types are acceptable). Alternative Casual      Uniform: Shorts may be worn for casual, non-livestock activities (e.g.,      still exhibits). Alternative Business Uniform: Dress slacks or skirts may      be worn for business events and activities (e.g., interviews or formal      presentations)
  4. OPTIONAL: A      traditional 4-H tie or scarf worn with the collared white shirt.  The      tie and scarf are both worn under the collar.  Any member can wear      either the scarf or the tie, whichever the member is most comfortable      wearing. 

Youth may continue to use the current green hat with only the 4-H clover logo mark for the remainder of their 4-H career. Youth who are currently senior level members may continue to use their white hat for the remainder of their 4-H career. Senior members may also convert to the green hat as they choose. For additional information regarding the new guidelines, as outlined by the State 4-H Office, visit:  http://4h.ucanr.edu/About/Uniform/.

 


By Judy Ludovise
Author - 4-H Youth Development Program Representative