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March 17, 2010

Dear 4-H’ers and Family Members,

4-H TALENT SHOW COMING SOON

The 4-H Talent Show is coming soon to a place near you! You are invited to showcase your talent on Thursday, April 15th at 7:00 pm at the Henry County Cooperative Extension Service. There are five categories to choose from, they are: vocal, instrumental, physical skills, comedy and drama. There will be a winner from each of the categories. Each act may have up to four people. The participants will also be broken into two divisions. The junior division is for youth ages nine to thirteen and the senior division is for teen’s ages fourteen to nineteen. The routines should be no longer than five minutes. It is okay for an adult to accompany a vocalist on an instrument.

The Henry County 4-H Council will offer a $10.00 gift certificate to each participant to go toward 4-H Camp. If you would like to participate please call the office at 845-2811 and register for the event. I look forward to hearing from YOU!

Henry County Web 4H agent Cathy Toole

4H ARCHIVES
4-H NOTES

Camp Form

Camp Teen Leader Form

Barn Quilts Tour

2009 FAIR RESULTS


Welcome to the 4-H programs new year! It is sure to be an exciting one that is jam packed with lots of fun things to do. What is 4-H? It is a youth organization that is dedicated to helping youth (like you) learn to do things they want to do. The 4-H program is one of the oldest in the nation; in fact, the program celebrated its 100th Birthday this past year in the state of Kentucky! What do you have to do to join? It is easy; 4-H is open to anyone between the ages of 9 and 19. If you are in the fourth grade and still eight, don’t worry, you’re still included. If there is anything in this newsletter that you might like to do please share this with your parents and call me at the number listed in the upper right corner. I will be glad to answer any of your questions. If you would like to receive club meeting times and dates call the office and asked to be placed on that clubs mailing list.


There are several areas that 4-H needs helping hands from adult volunteers that care about youth. The 4-H Cooking Club needs to be divided into two groups, a beginning group and an advanced group. The club has grown to such a large size that it only makes sense to split the group according to their skill levels. The club members are very enthusiastic about cooking and are always up for trying new recipes and taking on new challenges.

There are twenty birdhouse kits that are waiting for a volunteer with simple woodworking skills to assist 4-H’ers. The kits already have been cut out and have pre-drilled holes. Everything that is needed to assemble the kits is included. The volunteer would help members figure out how the pieces of the houses go together, teach sanding techniques, as well as finishing the birdhouses with an appropriate treatment for outdoor use.

Spring is on its way and in the past the 4-H Dog Club has been a huge success. The club has not had a leader for the past two years. There is a lot of interest in forming a new club and a leader that is knowledgeable about training dogs is needed. There are many different avenues to explore with a dog club, such as showmanship, agility, and quiz bowl. There are many manuals and publications that 4-H has to help anyone who is interested in working with this group.

If you are interested in making a difference in a young person’s life by helping in any of these areas, please call 845-2811 and ask for Cathy.

Sincerely,


Cathy Toole
Henry County Extension Agent for 4 H

 

Getting Ready for 4H Camp 2010

4-H Camp Fun!

Henry County will attend camp at the Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp from June 8- 11th. We will be camping with other 4-H’ers from Shelby and Oldham Counties. “Game On!” is the theme for 4-H Camp this summer. Plans for the camp include a kick-ball tournament, Cabin Feud, Are You Smarter than a Staff Member, as well as the favorites such as archery, canoeing, high ropes course, low ropes course, cave exploration, crafts, swimming, and Sally Down the Alley to mention a few.

4-H Camp is for youth who are in the 4th through 8th grades. Forms are now available at the office or can be downloaded from the extension webpage at henrycountyky.com. If you are a teen that has completed your freshman year and would like to apply for a teen leader position you can find that application on the same webpage.

If you are over the age of 19 and would like to apply as an adult volunteer please call the office at 845-2811 and ask for Cathy.

The cost for camp this year is $150.00, this includes transportation, food, and crafts materials. A deposit of $10.00 and a completed form is all that is needed to secure a slot. All payments need to be paid in full by May 28th. There are 50 openings for boys and 50 openings for girls; once the cabins have been filled a waiting list will be started. The openings are based on first come first served.
Shining Spurs Horse Club

The Shining Spurs Horse Club meets monthly. At the meetings club officers direct a short business meeting. An educational or entertaining program follows. The club sets other dates to work with horses and plan meetings around the interests of the members. A few of their plans are to attend the World Equestrian Games this summer. The club is starting a drill team and plans to compete at the Kentucky State Fair this summer. You do not have to own a horse to be a member of this club. The only requirement is that you love horses. The club leaders are Mary Jo Ricketts and Cara Leach.

4H Shining Spurs Horse Club

 

4H Shooting Sports Club

  Shooting Sports Club

The Shooting Sports club is growing fast and is always looking for new members. The club meets on several evenings depending on which discipline you choose to participate in. They are: archery, rifle, shotgun, air pistol, and black powder. All youth must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age. Youth must bring ear and eye protection and ammunition. Guns must be brought unloaded and in a case. If you do not have a Hunter Education Safety card you will be required to get one before you are allowed to compete in competitions. The leaders of this club are: Dennis Campbell, Keith Jeffries, Tim Pollard, John Yount, Tony Adams, Charles Topp, Gary Gosser, and Todd Toole.


Sew Much Fun

The Henry County 4-H Sewing Club has just begun meeting. If you would like to learn how to sew a simple pair of pants, shorts, or skirt then this is the place for you! You will learn the basic use of a sewing machine, how to read a pattern, as well as cut out the pattern and construct an outfit you will be proud to wear. In the spring members are encouraged to participate in the Style Revue to model what they have made. Club leaders are: Alice Newman, Jean Kaye Foree, Trish Cobb, and Betty Chilton.


Cooking Club

The cooking club meets once a month to explore new taste treats. In this club members will learn the basics of how to correctly prepare dishes that they can make at home. They will also learn about proper nutrition, serving sizes, and reading nutrition labels. Of course each class will end with something good to eat! I will update you as to when we will begin with the regular cooking program at your school club meetings. The club leader is Nancy Weaver and she is a great cook!
Nancy could use some help with this club. It needs to be broken into a beginners group and an advanced group. If you know of someone interested in helping with one of these groups please call the office.


Communications Event

If you are interested in giving a speech or a demonstration here is your chance. The event will be held on Friday, March 26th, at 4:30 pm at the Henry County Cooperative Extension Service. County winners will be eligible to participate in the district competition. This is a wonderful opportunity to work on these skills that will help you succeed throughout life. I will be glad to coach you and work with you to hone your skills.


Livestock Club

Henry County 4-H’ers join forces with Shelby County 4-H for the Livestock Club. If you are interested in beef, sheep, goats, or swine you are invited to join this group. They learn about each market animal as well as judging and showing. You may participate on a quiz bowl team if you would like. A quiz bowl is much like an academic team quick recall competition with the exception that all questions are in regard to livestock. If you would like to learn more call the office and we will have your name put on the Shelby County Office mailing list.


SAY CHEEEESE!

If you enjoy taking pictures and want to learn more about using a digital camera to get the best shot, the Photography Club is the place to be. This club meets once monthly. The club focuses on developing a photographer’s eye as well as how to edit your pictures to their best advantage. If you have a digital camera please bring it with you as well as an extra set of batteries. If you don’t have a camera you may borrow one from the club. At the end of the school year club members will have a showing of their work before entering their pictures in the Henry County Fair. Pat Neuhauser is the leader for this club.

4H Photography Club


Independent Projects

In addition to our leader directed clubs we have project books available on tons of projects that can be completed with the help of an adult in your home. If you are interested in gardening, forestry, aerospace, interior design, entomology, weather, electric, poultry, or consumer and financial education to name a few call the office and we can give you a complete list of opportunities.


Birdhouse Kits

Spring is on the way and birds will be looking for a place to nest. I have a box full of birdhouse kits that are ready to be put together. I am looking for an adult volunteer to help youth put the kits together and teach the proper techniques of sanding, staining, and sealing the kits. If you know of anyone who is great with hand tools and kids please give me a call.


Exciting leadership opportunities exist for 4-H’ers

Our young people are the future leaders and decision makers of the nation. 4-H offers youth a prime opportunity to explore and engage in leadership roles. By participating in a leadership role in organizations like 4-H, young people have the opportunity to develop critical thinking, communication and life skills that will aid them in making crucial future decisions.

Many leadership experiences are geared toward older youth, but younger youth also have the opportunity to become leaders early in their 4-H career.

Two of the most prestigious leadership roles include becoming a delegate to either the National 4-H Conference in Washington D.C. or the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta. At the National Teen 4-H Conference, youth join extension professionals and adult volunteer leaders to discuss ways 4-H can better serve young people on local and national levels. Recommendations from the conference are shared with the Secretary of Agriculture, national extension leaders and those involved with 4-H programming. Four delegates from Kentucky are selected every year. During the National 4-H Congress, delegates learn about cultural diversity and serving others and their communities.

Many leadership opportunities also exist at the state level including becoming a member of the State 4-H Teen Council or a State 4-H Officer. State 4-H Teen Council is comprised of youth from across the state. These young people learn about leadership and communication as they serve as liaisons between local, district and state 4-H programs. State 4-H officers serve as ambassadors for Kentucky 4-H. 4-H members elect state officers each June during State Teen Conference and those officers serve until the end of the next year’s conference. 4-H officers serve in leadership roles in State 4-H Teen Council, and past members often are invited to serve as advisors to the following year’s council and officers.

Teens interested in leadership opportunities in 4-H also can attend the 4-H Issues Conference and the State 4-H Teen Conference. At the issues conference, young people from across the state meet to discuss issues affecting young people and their communities. Youth discuss ways in which they can have a positive impact on community issues and develop plans that they will implement when they return home. Young people who attend the 4-H Teen Conference can participate in a wide range of activities designed to help improve their leadership and communication abilities including workshops, tracks, tours, college visits and issues seminars.

4-H has many clubs and groups in which young people can assume leadership roles. Youth can get their first taste of leadership roles beginning as a junior 4-H member by becoming an officer of a county 4-H club or attending 4-H Summit. Summit is a three-day, two-night event where sixth through eighth graders get to meet their peers from across the state as well as State 4-H Teen Council members. During Summit, participants learn about leadership opportunities that are available to them when they become senior 4-H’ers.

4-H has many leadership opportunities available for youth. For more information on how you can get involved with these and other 4-H activities, contact your Henry Cooperative Extension Service.

6/10/09


Go green with 4-H

As the month for Earth Day and Arbor Day, April is filled with activities and events that celebrate and call attention to the natural environment. Naturally, it is a time when many people turn their focus to improving the environment around them. While many environmental activities may seem more geared toward adults, there are numerous ways young people can get involved and live green, or more environmentally friendly. Now is a great time to learn more about the natural environment and ways young people can help preserve it.

4-H offers a number of different programs that can increase environmental awareness in young people. 4-H’ers can develop an appreciation of the natural world through 4-H environmental camps. In these camps, young people can learn about the importance of conservation and preservation of nature through many hands-on activities. They will have the opportunity to learn about many different topics including insects, animals, birds, animal tracks, hiking, soils and water.

4-H’ers can explore many different aspects of the environment through various programs including entomology, forestry, geology and water. Also, 4-H gardening projects give youths a first-hand experience with locally produced foods and sustainability.

In addition to 4-H programs, there are several ways young people can live more environmentally friendly at home and at school. Many of these steps are simple, easy activities that can be implemented every day. Some of ideas for going green are listed below:

• Turn off televisions, video game consoles and computers when not in use.
• Walk, bike or carpool to school when possible.
• Conserve water by turning off the faucet while brushing teeth.
• Recycle paper, plastic bottles and aluminum cans.

Young people can make a lasting impact on their communities by practicing green living. Ask the county 4-H agent about ongoing community projects in which young people may be able to participate. Also, environmental events and activities from across the state are listed on the University of Kentucky’s see blue. go green Web site and the Environmental Education in Kentucky Web site. See blue. go green is available at http://www.ca.uky.edu/gogreen/index.php, and the Environmental Education Web site is located at http://eeinkentucky.org/. For more information on going green or 4-H environmental programs, projects, camps and clubs, contact the Henry Cooperative Extension Service.

4/21/09


4-H and Nickelodeon Partner to Launch New Online Game

National 4-H Council has partnered with Nickelodeon's "Big Green Help" to create a brand-new, interactive online game-- "Flip N' Flow"--featuring the network's animated boy-genius Jimmy Neutron. The game is in support of 4 H's Science, Engineering and Technology communication campaign to spark youth interest in science and prepare one million new young people for America's technology workforce.

Nickelodeon's "The Big Green Help" is a kid-led movement that provides information and tools to help explain climate change to young people, and connects them to energy-saving and earth-friendly activities in their everyday lives.

The "Flip N' Flow" game is available online at 4-H.org. Youth can play the game and access materials to share with friends. Check out this fun activity which gives youth and mentors the opportunity to learn about water conservation and challenges them think about steps they can take to participate in going green!

Questions can be directed to Nancy Cole (301-961-2926) at National 4-H Council.


Recycling Fun Facts

  • It takes 95 percent less energy to make aluminum cans from recycled cans than to make them from raw ore.
  • In 2006, Americans produced approximately 251 million tons of garbage, and recycled 82 million tons of material.
  • In America, 100 million steel cans are used each day.
  • The steel industry recycles about 630 cans each second.
  • Recycling glass beverage containers can be used for roads, marbles, decorative tile, and surfboards.
  • Recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7,000 gallons of water.
  • Recycling 5 plastic soda bottles can produce enough fiber for one square foot of carpet.
  • According to the Kentucky Division of Waste Management, on average Kentuckians produce approximately 6 pounds of garbage per person per day.

In Henry County you may take your recyclable products to the Henry County Road Department on South Property Road. The dumpsters are available seven days a week any time of the day or night. The items that they are currently accepting are: any type of paper products, plastic, and aluminum. They do not accept glass at this time. The best part is that you do not have to sort the items. The recycling center has conveyor belts that will do that for you, so feel free to mix the allowable items into one bag. Let’s all do our part in recycling. Talk with your family and come up with a plan that works for your lifestyle. As consumers we can look for the chasing arrow symbol which means that the product or packaging is recyclable.

11/26/08


Here are some things your might be interested in, remember to review the 4 H Notes Calendar below.

More 4H Links:  4HUSA.org

4-H NOTES

4-H NOTES

WINTER SEASON REMINDER:  If school should be cancelled in Henry County then the club will not meet.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

CLUBS

Sewing Club Monday’s and Thursday’s from 3:30pm till 5:00 pm.

March 26th Speeches and Demonstration competition at the Henry County Cooperative Extension office beginning at 4:30 pm. Please call the office and register at 845-2811. A $10.00 gift certificate toward camp will be awarded to each participant.

June 8th-11th Camp spaces are filling up quickly! Please get your form in as soon as possible to assure there is room for you.

Photography Club has a new leader, Pat Neuhauser. Pat has a degree in photography and is the mother of four. She is looking forward to working with the youth of Henry County.

The Free Spirits Club meets on the first Monday evening of the month, at 7:00 pm at the Henry County Cooperative Extension office. New members are always welcome. If you have any questions about any club, please call 845-2811.

Adult volunteers are needed to assist with programs as well as teach youth new skills. 4-H provides the perfect opportunity for an adult to share their knowledge and skill to the next generation. Please give of yourself to our youth. Mentoring youth is one of the most rewarding experiences an adult can have. Currently we are in need of a Dog Club leader, Craft Club leader, as well as a Woodworking Club leader.

If you are interested in becoming a member of any of the 4-H Clubs please call the office at 845-2811 and ask to have your name added to the club mailing list to receive meeting information.

If you have any questions in regard to 4-H clubs or would like to be put on a mailing list for a club please call the office at 845-2811.


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Kentucky Climate Summary
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Area Homemakers Association
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