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Dodge County 4-H Family Newsletter
March 2018
Requests for reasonable accommodation for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Call the UWEX Offices as early as possible for accommodations so proper arrangements
can be made.
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Dodge County UW-Extension
Administration Building
127 East Oak Street
Juneau WI 53039
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday
Phone: 920-386-3790
Fax: 920-386-3928
http://dodge.uwex.edu/
Meeting cancellations due to inclem-
ent weather will be aired over
WTKM or WBEV/WXRO radio stations.
on 4-H
Inside this issue:
Dodge County UWEX/
Ongoing Fundraisers/Dairy
Promotion Funds
2
Hats Off/Club Happenings 3
VIP Training/Trivia Night 4-5
Scholarship Opportunities 6
Adult Leaders/Youth
Leaders/County & State
Fair Info
7-8
Community Service/Camp
Info 9-10
Younger Members/
Mechanical Science/
Comm. & Cultural Arts/
Shooting Sports
11-12
Animal Sciences 13-21
DYRAC Scholarship Form 22
MAS Trivia Night Form 23
Clipouts 24
4-H Summer Camp 25-26
Family Learning Day 27-33
Calendars 34-35
Dear 4-H Families & Members,
It is hard to believe that it is March already. I am completing an online Extension course focused
on VOLUNTEERS. One of the topics of our webinar was “Volunteers and Youth Communicating
Value of Extension Programs.” You may wonder why I would talk to you about this in the
newsletter. As a non-profit organization, it is important that we can communicate the value of the
4-H program to new members, parents, potential volunteers as well as stakeholders. Here are some
key ideas to think about as you ponder your role in communicating value.
You may want to begin thinking about what you would say as an elevator speech. An elevator
speech is a very short summary highlighting the program or organization. If you walked onto the
elevator with someone important (or a potential new family) and only had this brief time, what
would you say? Preparing for this kind of meeting will help you in both unexpected and planned
encounters with decision-makers and other important stakeholders, as well as new families.
Your elevator speech should be:
LENGTH: Approximately 30-60 seconds. The length of a typical elevator ride.
MESSAGE: The message should have impact. In this brief conversation, include your MOST
RELEVANT information. What do you really want the person to walk away
knowing? Consider including a story, statistics or facts, or other information
about a program. Try to share something memorable.
TONE: It should be sincere and sound conversational. Remember to practice the speech
so you feel comfortable delivering it.
OUTCOME: It should leave the listener wanting to hear more.
Like many other presentations, it contains 3 parts:
INTRODUCTION: Introduce yourself and what organization you represent. A good,
firm handshake may be an appropriate part of the introduction.
BODY: Include cur rent, relevant, and impactful information. What do you want the
listener to know and remember? You’re trying to “sell” them on an idea, concept, or program.
You want the person to buy into your message and leave them wanting to learn more.
CONCLUSION: Thank them for taking the time to learn about the program. You could
ask for their contact information and follow-up with them. Alternatively, invite them to
contact you if they want more information or have questions. In addition, if it feels
appropriate, you could also hand them a card with your contact information.
Have a great month and I can’t wait to hear some of your elevator speeches.
Marie Witzel
Dodge County 4-H Youth Development Educator
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4-H Youth Development Educator, Marie Witzel
4-H Program Assistant, Ellen Bohn
Event Registrations Registering for 4-H events, workshops, and activities is easy.
Dodge County uses SignUp Genius, Google Forms, email, and
other convenient links to register for events that do not require a
fee. If programs require a fee, the clipout and fees must be U.S.
mailed or delivered to:
Dodge County UW-Extension
Attn: 4-H
127 E. Oak Street
Juneau, WI 53039
Culver’s Cards — Anytime, Any Culver’s! $5, $10, and $20 Culver’s Gift Cards are availa-
ble to purchase! Makes great appreciation gifts
for teachers, co-workers, or relatives. Cards
available at the UW-Extension office. Call 920-
386-3790 for higher quantities requested.
Milk Moola Collection The Dodge County 4-H Office is always collecting “Milk Moo-
la” caps and strips from milk containers...PLEASE KEEP
SENDING THEM IN!
You can mail them to the UW-Extension
office or submit them to your club’s Gen-
eral Leader at your next monthly meeting.
NASCO 4-H Rebate Program When you place your order by mail, by calling the toll-free
phone order center 800.558.9595, or on Nasco’s website
(www.enasco.com), then we will receive a 5% rebate check after
the Dodge County Fair to use toward the Livestock Program.
Dodge County’s number is 9800229(P)
JOANN Stores Support 4-H
Save 15% with JOANN 4-H Rewards!
JOANN stores are connecting more young people to experiences
where they can learn by doing, creating and making. By provid-
ing local 4-H Clubs with resources and tools to run impactful
programs, JOANN will help bring the 4-H experience to more
kids in need.
Current & lifetime members, parents of members, volunteers
and 4-H staff can save 15% off total in-store and online purchas-
es every day with 4-H Rewards. JOANN will give a minimum
of 2.5% of every eligible transaction to support 4-H program-
ming. Visit www.joann.com/4-h/ for more information!
Easter Seals Clothing Drive—August 4th Dodge County 4-H will be doing another Easter Seals clothing
drive in 2018, the collection date is scheduled for August 4th.
Easter Seals collection bags are available at the UW Extension
office. Don’t wait, start sorting and bagging your clothes now!
Dairy Promotion Forms Does your club apply for Dairy Promotion Funds? The Dodge
County Dairy Promotion Committee and WI Women for Agri-
culture—Rock River Chapter are accepting requests for funding
for 4-H Club Dairy Promotion activities. Clubs that submit re-
ports at the end of the 4-H year are eligible for Top Awards
sponsored by the Dodge County Dairy Promotion Committee.
Attending a Dairy Promotion session at
Family Learning Day is a required pre-
requisite to request funds.
Forms are available at the Dairy Promo-
tion session at Family Learning Day (pre
-registration required) or see your club’s
general leader for more information.
Dodge County UW-Extension
4-H Youth Development
Ongoing Fundraisers that Support
Dodge County 4-H
Dairy Promotion Funds Available to
Participating Clubs
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...to the presenters who taught
sessions at the February 24 Family
Learning Day and to the volun-
teers who assisted with registra-
tion, set-up, and clean up. Thank
you to volunteers Andy Boschert
(Leipsic); Mary Pat Boschert
(Leipsic); Carolyn Dehler (County
Resource Leader); Evan Finger
(Juneau Victorians); Ava Finger (Juneau Victorians); Gloria
Hafemeister (County Resource Leader); Helen Weisensel
(County Resource Leader); and Janelle Wiebelhaus-Finger
(Juneau Victorians). Also hats off to the A-OK 4-H Club for
coordinating lunch.
...to Holley Schwartz (Watertown
Badgers) who was named State Junior
Winner at the Make It With Wool competition held in September 2017 in
Jefferson, WI.
Holley took first-place in the knitting
category and she was awarded first-
place junior overall and has the honor
of being the 2018 Junior Make It With
Wool Ambassador. She will be shar-
ing her love of wool and knitting with
people through out the state in 2018.
Holley knit and modeled an A-line
dress with cap sleeves, with 600 hand
placed clear silver lined beads in the lace yolk, and 900 hand
placed beads in the lace hem. The dress is platinum in color,
knit from an 85% fine merino wool with 15% cashmere. She
also knit a navy blue wool single-breasted sweater trench coat,
knit in a moss stitch. To accessorize the outfit she knit a pair of
short lace knit gloves and a felted a navy wool cloche style hat.
Part of her award, included beautiful Pendelton wool fabric and
a cash prize; along with a trip to San Antonio, TX to represent
Wisconsin in the national competition on February 3,
2018, sponsored by Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Co-op.
...to the 2018 Speaking Contest participants: Emma Adsit
(Leipsic); Alexandra Bahr—Top Speaker (Leipsic); Grace
Blackburn—Top Speaker (Hyland Prairie); Colton Dunn—Top
Speaker (River Oaks); Ava Finger (Juneau Victorians); Caleb
Ganske (Trenton Highlights); Brianna Ganske (Trenton High-
lights); Vivian Lichty (Hyland Prairie); Braden Paplham—Top
Speaker (Sinissippi); Lydia Paplham (Sinissippi); Veronica
Richards—Top Speaker (Achievers); Reid Schmidt (Herman
Hornets); Kari Schmidt (Herman Hornets); Erin Schmidt—Top
Speaker (Herman Hornets); Milo Soldner (Astico Persever-
ance); Braxton Soldner (Astico Perseverance); Kathryn Witzel
(Leipsic); Sara Witzel (Leipsic); Madalynn Walz (Astico Perse-
verance). Also thank you to the judges Dawn Loomis-Vierck
and Marion Blakely.
Top Speakers (back, left to right): Erin Schmidt, Braden Papl-
ham, Alexandra Bahr. Front (left to right): Veronica Richards,
Colton Dunn, Grace Blackburn
Achievers (Avery Panetti) Hewsten and Owen Steger gave a
demonstration about dog sledding. The club will most likely go
swimming in July.
Juneau Victorians (Sarah Gregory) The club will be volun-
teering to help make simple crafts at Green Valley in January.
They will be ice skating in February.
Leipsic (Katherine Panzer) Upcoming events are Family Game
Night in March and helping at the Ronald McDonald House
April.
Richwood Rangers (Claire Reichardt) The club voted to do-
nate to Heifer International. Kitty Peirick presented on giving
the Bank of Lake Mills a 4-H plaque as thank you for letting the
club use the meeting room for the club’s meetings.
Trenton Highlights (Morgan De Jager) Brianna Ganske was
drawn for the “4-H Coupon For Doing.” February meeting will
be a sledding party at Crystal Lake Beach Warming House,
Beaver Dam. Planning for March swimming at YMCA and eat-
ing at Ponderosa. Special Emphasis Theme is Mexico.
Hats Off...
Club Happenings
Speaking Contest 2018
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Family Learning Day
Join us for the 4-H Family Learning Day! A day of family fun
and education. 4-H volunteers, businesses, and community mem-
bers teach a variety of sessions on topics related to 4-H projects
and other learning opportunities.
Saturday, April 7 @ MPTC, Beaver Dam Pre-registration required by February March 16, 2018.
4-H Demonstration Contest Monday, April 23rd 6:00pm
Dodge County Administration Building, Juneau
4-H Clothing Revue Wednesday, June 27 6:00pm
Dodge County Admin. Building, Juneau
4-H Foods Revue Wednesday, July 11 6:00pm
Dodge County Admin. Building, Juneau
The 4-H Foods Revue is open to ALL YOUTH EXHIBI-
TORS including Cloverbud & Explor ing members.
Youth do not have to be enrolled in the Foods & Nutrition
project to participate.
Dodge County 4-H Summer Camp July 12-14 at Camp Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells
Camp info and registration at the end of this newsletter.
Who: FOR NEWLY ENROLLED 4-H VOLUNTEERS
When: Monday, March 12 at 7:00pm
Where: Dodge County Administration Building
127 E. Oak Street in Juneau
What: In order to volunteer , previous 4-H Youth Development
experience is not necessary! The most important qualification is a
desire to work with young people, helping them gain life skills
and providing positive experiences. Please consider sharing your
time and talents! Do you want to learn how to be a 4-H Volun-
teer?
Attend a VIP Training! SIGN UP ONLINE HERE
Or see clipout at the end of this
newsletter
We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting people
with the University of Wisconsin and engaging them
in transforming lives and communities.
When: Saturday, March 24, 2018 Doors open 5pm
Where: Dodgeland High School
401 S. Western Avenue, Juneau
What: Answer 10 rounds of 10
questions with your team of 8 people
Cost: $10/Contestant ($80/team)
Enjoy other great games and prizes too. Delicious food available
for purchase. For more information or to register, please contact
Eric Salmi at 920-988-1817 or [email protected]
All proceeds go towards improvements in the large animal build-
ings at the Dodge County Fairgrounds starting with swine pens.
MAS Committee Pig Pen Fundraiser Hey, have you seen this little piggy running around Dodge Coun-
ty? He really needs a pen and you could help get him one!
The Dodge County Meat Animal Sale Committee is selling t-
shirts to help raise money to finish the Swine Barn Pen Project.
All shirts are grey with black lettering. The cost of each t-shirt is
$15.00 for sizes youth thru XL. If you need a 2X or larger size
the cost of the shirt is $17.00. The long sleeve shirts are selling
for $20.00 (all sizes).
This is not the only way you can support this project!
Families and clubs can donate $450 to cover the cost of a pen.
We will have a plaque with your Club or Family name on it in the
Swine Barn starting in 2018.
For more information, please contact Eric Salmi at
920-988-1817 or [email protected]
Mark Your Calendars! Trivia Night
VIP Training in March
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When: Saturday, March 24, 2018 5:00 pm-doors open
Where: Dodgeland High School
401 S. Western Avenue, Juneau
What: Answer 10 rounds of 10
questions with your team of 8.
Enjoy other great games and prizes too.
Delicious food available for purchase.
Cost: $10/Contestant ($80/team)
Dodge County Livestock
For more information or to register, please contact Eric Salmi
at 920-988-1817 or [email protected]
All proceeds go towards improvements in the large
animal buildings at the Dodge County Fairgrounds
beginning with the swine pens.
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NEW SCHOLARSHIP ADDED! NEW—Dodge County Dairy Promotion Scholarship
Two scholarships will be awarded in the
amount of $750. Scholarships will be paid
out to recipients following the completion
of the Fall of 2018 semester, upon proof
of enrollment for Spring semester and
successful completion of the fall semester.
The winners of the scholarships will be
announced at the 2018 Dodge County
Dairy Brunch. The recipients will also be
expected to help for one of the shifts at the 2018 Dodge County
Dairy Brunch, which will be June 3, 2018.
Eligibility: The scholarship is open to students who have a
strong passion for sharing their love of the dairy industry and
are pursuing a degree in an Agricultural related field at a four
year university or technical college or will be in the fall of 2018.
Applicant must be a resident of Dodge County and must
demonstrate leadership and dedication to promoting the dairy
industry.
Directions: Please send the completed application along with a
current transcript by March 31st, 2018 (postmarked by March
31st) to Dodge County Dairy Promotion Committee, C/O -
Carrie Warmka, W9226 County Road C, Fox Lake, WI 53933
or [email protected]. (hard or electronic applications
accepted).
WI State Fair Dairy Promotion Board Scholarship The Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board is offering
$1,000 scholarships to students that will be 3rd or 4th year
college students during the 2018-19 academic year. Additional
$1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors that
will be first-year college students during the 2018-19 academic
year. Students studying in a two-year program are also
encouraged to apply.
All applicants are required to submit an application
electronically no later than MARCH 23, 2018.
For more information, contact Katy Katzman at 262-903-6727
Ag Careers Scholarships
UW-Extension has just launched an agricultural career website.
It contains ag career profiles, roadmaps, and links to college
scholarship opportunities. This great resource is available at
http://fyi.uwex.edu/agcareers/scholarships/ . Check it out!
Scholarship Opportunities for
Dodge County Dairy Youth Available to eligible 4-H or FFA Dodge County Fair
Dairy Exhibitors
Juneau, Wisconsin – Seven scholarships, three for $1,000 and
four for $500, are available to Dodge County junior dairy
project youth who have been enrolled in 4-H, FFA or a junior
breed organization for at least the past three years. Youth must
also have exhibited dairy cattle at the Dodge County Fair.
Applicants must be accepted as a full-time student at an
accredited university, college or vocational-technical institute
for a degree program or short-course program.
Application deadline is June 1. Applications are available at
the at the Dodge County UW-Extension website https://
dodge.uwex.edu/files/2010/06/DYRAC-scholarship.pdf
in the “Scholarship” section, the Dodge County UW-Extension
Office, 127 E. Oak St, Juneau, or call 920-386-3790.
WI Towns Association Scholarships Applications are available for the 2018 Wisconsin Towns
Association Scholarship Program, funded together with
scholarship partners Rural Mutual Insurance Company and
Scott Construction, Inc. All applicants must be graduating from
a Wisconsin public or private high school in 2018 and plan to
attend a Wisconsin public or private college or vocational
technical institute in 2018. Several prizes will be awarded.
This year's topic is: “Why is town road investment important
to economic development in Wisconsin?”
The deadline for submissions is May 31, 2018. Visit http://
wisctowns.com/home/scholarship-program for details and
application form.
Scholarship Opportunities
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4-H Leader’s Executive Board Meeting Tuesday, March 20 at 7:00 pm
Administration Building, Juneau
4-H Youth & Adult Leader’s Association Meeting Tuesday, April 17 at 7:00 pm
Junior fair materials ready for pickup
Administration Building, Juneau
2017-2019 Executive Board
Executive Board Officers
President ................................................... John Siedschlag
Past President ............................................... Charles Crave
President Elect ................................................ Susan Caine
Treasurer ........................................................ Noreen Dogs
Co-Secretary ................................................. Tracie Propst
Reporter ......................................................... Cody Gerber
Adult Delegates Youth Delegates
Kris Rennhack Madelyn Adsit
Sandy Salmi Malachi Frank
Penny Seaver Kendra Gillett
Matthew Gunst
Gabrielle Rennhack
Courtni Salmi
NOTICE OF RECOMMENDATION OF A CHANGE IN
BYLAWS At the February 20 4-H Leaders Association Meeting, there was
a discussion on changes to the bylaws that were recommended
from the Executive Board. The changes that are recommended
are listed below. These bylaws were tabled until the April 17th
4-H Leaders Association meeting and will be voted on that
time.
Bylaw Recommendation from the Executive Board :
The motion from December was reviewed in that Article VI 2.2
be changed to "Secretary, treasurer and delegates-at-large will
each be elected for a (2) year term.”
2.3 will be eliminated and incorporated into 2.2. This means 4
adults and 4 youth will be elected every year. Motion was
made, seconded, and passed.
Reporter Position: It was also reviewed that the board
decided that the reporter position would be eliminated because
local newspapers have not been publishing county news. Penny
recommended keeping the position but changing the position to
be social media based versus newspaper based.
Bylaw Change Article VI section 3.5: Kris Rennhack
made a motion to change the words “county newspapers” to
“social media” and Gabby Rennhack seconded it. We will work
to create a Dodge County 4-H Facebook page.
The 2018 Fair Judges Training Webinar will be held on March
26 at 6:00 p.m. and is geared for new county fair judges as
well as judges that would like to be updated on the general prin-
ciples of what it takes to judge at Wisconsin County Fairs.
Contact Dodge County UW-Extension office at 920-386-3790
or email Tracy at [email protected] for a registration
form.
Some of the topics to be covered are:
Basics of Judging at the County Fair
Steps to becoming a Judge
Expectations of Judges
Types of Judging
The fee is $15.00. Participants will be able to connect in their
homes with an internet connection with the audio done as a
Wisline via the phone. We will send all participants the connec-
tion information and the PowerPoint after they are registered.
Registration and fee due by March 16.
Questions? Contact Pam Hobson,
Ag/Animal Science 4-H Youth Develop-
ment Specialist and Program Liaison
at 608-262-9605 or email:
WI State Fair entry information is now available on: http://
wistatefair.com/competitions/junior-livestock/
Entry forms and links to enter online will be available in April.
The 2018 Show Deadlines are as follows: March 3&10: Market Steer Performance Division Weigh-ins
May 8: Postmark for market lambs and market bar -
rows DNA/RFID to Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consor-
tium
May 12&19: Market Lamb Per formance Division Weigh-ins
June 6: Postmark for mailed entr ies and Youth Center Res-
ervations
June 6: 7 pm (Central Time): Online entr ies and Youth
Center Reservations close
June 6: YQCA Cer tification Deadline
June 6: Postmark for commercial breeding heifer s DNA/
RFID to Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium
June 13: 7 pm (Central Time): Late online entr ies close
Want to stay connected? Sign up for our eblasts on: http://
wistatefair.com/competitions/email-updates/ AND!
The Wisconsin State Fair Exhibitor Facebook page has arrived!
Make sure you like, share, and invite others to!
Webinar for County Fair Judges
Training
Adult Leaders/Youth Leaders
State Fair Exhibitor Deadlines
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Join us for a night of helping our community!
4-H Community Service Night Monday, March 26 6:00-8:00pm
at the Dodge County Administration Building
Join us to make NO-SEW BLANKETS for the Dodge County
Health & Human Services and Shop with Cops. Adults: please
bring sewing scissors
Sign up by calling Dodge County 4-H office at 920-386-3790 or
email Ellen Bohn at [email protected] or
ONLINE SIGN UP HERE
See clipout at the end of this newsletter
Community Service Opportunity! Marilyn Thomas of Downtown Beaver Dam is looking for
youth interested in having fun while doing something for the
community!
On Earth Day April 21 they will be walking down main street
Beaver Dam picking up trash and having a tree planting cere-
mony. They would like to invited youth to participate in this
activity along with their group. They will be ending with free
ice cream at a local ice cream shop.
Any club interested can contact Marilyn Thomas at 650-494-
1516.
OPEN ENROLLMENT CAMP
at Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center
N194 County Rd N
Wisconsin Dells
Campers learn about the natural world, themselves and each
other in our traditional summer camp program. Camp activi-
ties include hiking, canoeing, archery, swimming, our low ele-
ment challenge course, and so much more. The traditions of
summer camp and unique qualities of Upham Woods combine
for an unforgettable experiences.
Session 1: Fr iday, June 15th – Monday, June 18th, 2018
Arrival: 2:30pm-3:30pm on Friday, June 15th.
Departure/Pick up: 11:00am on Monday, June 18th.
Camper Registration is open now!
Session 2: Fr iday, July 20th – Monday, July 23rd, 2018
Arrival: 2:30pm-3:30pm on Friday, July 20th.
Departure/Pick up: 11:00am on Monday, July 23rd.
Camper Registration opens soon!
Session 3: Sunday, August 5th – Saturday, August 11th, 2018
Arrival 3:00pm-4:00pm on Sunday, Aug. 5th
Departure/Pick up: 10:30am- 11:00am on Saturday, Aug. 11th
Experience one FULL week of camp at Upham Woods! More
information on themes and activities to come!
Camper Registration is open now!
Who can come to camp:
Campers currently in 3rd – 6th grade
Cost:
June and July Sessions: $180/camper, $30/counselor, Adult
volunteers attend at no cost.
August Session: $400/camper, $30/counselor, Adult volun-
teers attend at no cost.
How do I sign up?:
Current 4-H Members Register at 4-H Online
Financial Aid Application available for Open Enrollment Camp
through Upham Woods. Contact Max Myers at 608-254-6461.
Open Enrollment Camp at Upham Woods Community Service
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Camp Counselor Training
Now being offered 2 times this spring!!
at Upham Woods Learning Center, Wisconsin Dells
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN IN 4HONLINE FOR BOTH SESSIONS!
Session 1: March 10-11, 2018 OR
Session 2: April 21-22, 2018 Camp Counselor training is an excellent opportunity for coun-selors, adult volunteers, and 4-H staff alike to come together in collaboration to prepare youth to excel in their summer camp counselor role. This weekend is for both beginning counselors (as participants), experienced counselors (as leaders), adult volunteers, and 4-H staff.
All participants & adult volunteers arrive Saturday morning
Check-in: Begins at 9:15am on Saturday for participants and adult chaperones Lodging: Participants and adult chaperones will stay in cabins on Saturday night. Lodging is available Friday night at no addi-tional cost.
Meals: Meals are part of the conference fee and start at lunch on Saturday through lunch on Sunday.
Schedule: Training activities run Saturday all day and evening through Sunday afternoon, with a closing ceremony at 1:30 pm. The schedule is not yet available. Finalized schedule will be available on this page and distributed to participants. Cost: $25 per Counselor Participant Event Registration: Registration is open now in 4HOnline “Upham Woods Camp Counselor Training 2018.” Choose the March or April session.
What is Dodge County 4-H Summer Camp?
This is a 3 day camp at Upham Woods—the scenic heart of
Wisconsin Dells— for all Dodge County 4-H’ers.
Travel to the heart of scenic WI Dells for 2 nights and 3 days of
adventure, fun and learning. Set along the banks of the WI Riv-
er, Camp Upham Woods features cozy cabins, a quality nature
center, main lodge, craft center and more!
July 12-14, 2018
Base Camp: 2nd—6th graders
$130 4-H members/$145 non-members
Inpost/Outpost Camp at Upham Woods:
7th—8th graders
$130 4-H members/$145 non-members
Inpost/Outpost Camp: Ther e may be an all day hike on the
island or an extend canoe paddle that incorporates hiking on the
north shore, paddle around the island etc. Those campers would
still be sleeping and eating with base camp, and some evening
programs like campfire. Outpost Camp is open to the first 24
campers in grades 7-8.
Programs in recreation, canoeing, nature exploration, are of-
fered for all youth. Transportation to and from camp is provid-
ed.
Cost is $130 for 4-H members and $145 for non-4-H mem-
bers. There will be a $5 discount for all camp registration
forms received by April 7.
Camp registration fee includes: transportation, meals, lodging,
supplies, t-shirt, educational programs, canoeing, swimming,
expertise of the Upham Staff and the Dodge County Camp Staff
(youth counselors and adult volunteers) and more!
*Campers can bring 1 non 4-H friend to camp
Camp info & registration at the end of this newsletter.
Registration is made through Dodge County 4-H
Questions? Call Dodge County 4-H at 920-386-3790.
Camp Counselor Training Dodge County 4-H Summer Camp at
Upham Woods
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Cloverbuds & Exploring Members
Jan Zander leads monthly workshops for Cloverbuds &
Exploring members at 6:00 p.m. at the Dodge Co.
Administration Building in Juneau (unless otherwise indicated).
2018 Workshop Schedule Monday, March 12 Favorite Storybook Character
register by Mar. 2 Come dressed as your favorite!
Tuesday, April 24 Sewing with 4-H!
register by April 13
Tuesday, May 22 Cooking with Lynn & Nancy
Register by May 11
Wednesday, June 27 TBA
register by June 15
Wednesday, July 23 TBA
register by July 13
Workshops are $2 per youth. Enclose a check payable to:
Dodge County 4-H and return clipout to:
Dodge County 4-H Office, 127 E Oak St. Juneau, WI 53039
Got wool sweaters? Jan Zander is
looking for 100% wool sweaters for a
2019 Family Learning Day
project….if you have any, please call
her at 920-382-9499.
Lego Club
Hosted by Sinissippi 4-H & Hustisford
Community Library
After school Lego building fun led by Sinissippi 4-H
Each week has a NEW challenge!
Open to all youth ages 5K & older
2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month
Activities take place for about 1 hour
Hustisford Community Library
609 W. Juneau Street - Hustisford
Wednesday, March 14 4:00pm
Wednesday, March 28 4:00pm
Questions? Contact Jody Paplham at
Demonstration & Illustrated Talk Contest
Monday, April 23 – 6:00 PM
Dodge County Admin. Building, Juneau
Demonstrations are more showing and doing. Illustrated
Talks rely more on char ts, pictures, and descr iption. For
topic ideas, check with your general leader or the 4-H Office.
Many of you have given brief demonstrations or talks at 4-H
meetings. Do not use school presentations! Just polish up the
presentation. Please, no product labels.
Divisions and Time guidelines
Grade 1-3 5 minutes or less
Grades 4-5-6 6 minutes or less
Grades 7-8-9 5-8 minutes
Grades 10 & up 5-8 minutes
There is no minimum time limit, but demonstrators are set at
least 4 minutes. Participants will be judged on: Clear, pleasant
voice/self confidence, enthusiasm/poise, appearance/posture,
appropriate introduction, accurate information, visual aids,
orderly progression, summarization, adequate preparation,
interesting subject, purpose accomplished. Easels will be
provided.
Team Demonstrations (2 members) may also be given. In a
team demonstration the grade division is that of the older
member. Time guidelines are determined by older member.
Participants will be divided by grade to give demonstration. Top
demonstrators in each grade group will be selected. (This is like
the Speaking Contest.) Upon completion of the contest, ribbons
will be awarded and top demonstrators will be announced. No
reminder letters are sent! State Fair delegates (Grade 7 &
up) will be selected.
If unable to attend after registering, you are expected to call the
UW-Extension office at 920-386-3790.
Deadline: March 30
Sign up ONLINE HERE or
see clipout at the end of this newsletter.
Communication & Cultural Arts Younger Members
Mechanical Sciences
My 4-H Demonstration
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Aldo Leopold Writing Contest 2018
Each year students in grades 9 through 12, in public, private,
and home schools in Wisconsin are invited to consider a writing
prompt or question and create an essay response in 500 words.
Three winning essays are chosen from each category (9th-10th
grade and 11th-12thgrade). Winning essays are featured on the
Aldo Leopold Foundation website and may be printed in The
Leopold Outlook magazine. Winners also receive a cash award,
a copy of A Sand County Almanac, and memberships to the
Aldo Leopold Foundation, International Crane Foundation, and
the Aldo Leopold Nature Center.
An awards ceremony will take place at the Leopold Center in
Baraboo, WI on Saturday, May 19.
2018 Writing Contest Topic Students are encouraged to read and reference the “Forward”
and other essays from Leopold’s A Sand County Almanac in
their responses.
Aldo Leopold loved the land and its wildness. Describe a place
in nature that you love.
Why is it wild to you?
Entries are due by March 23, 2018. Entr ies shall be
submitted online. Visit https://www.aldoleopold.org/teach-
learn/partner-programs/leopold-writing-contest/ for more
information.
Rifle Project 2018 Dodge County 4-H Rifle practice held at the
Mayville Gun Club,
W2868 Farmersville Road, Mayville
March 5, 19 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
April 3, 10, 17, 24 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
Shotgun Project 2018 Dodge County 4-H Shotgun practice held at the
Mayville Gun Club,
W2868 Farmersville Road, Mayville
March 20, 27 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
April 3, 10, 17, 24 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
Archery Project 2018 Archery Practice Schedule
at Horicon Marsh Bowmen Club
N7420 Co Rd V, Horicon
Indoor Practice
*Indoor Practices will run on the following schedule:
Juniors (ages 9-11) & 1st Year Members – 5:15-6:05pm
Intermediate (ages 12-14) – 6:10-7:10pm
Seniors (ages 15-19) 7:15-8:15pm
March 13 5:15-8:15 pm
March 27 5:15-8:15 pm
April 3 5:15-8:15 pm
April 10 5:15-8:15 pm
April 17 5:15-8:15 pm
April 25th Awards Night at
6:30pm, Dodge County Administration Building, Juneau
Outdoor Practice
June 11 6:00 – 7:30 pm
June 18 6:00 – 7:30 pm
June 25 6:00 – 7:30 pm
July 2 6:00 – 7:30 pm
July 9 6:00 – 7:30 pm
July 16 6:00 – 7:30 pm
July 20 Setup for 4-H outdoor shoot 4 – 8pm
July 21 Dodge County 4-H State Shoot 8am-4pm
Statewide Archery Shoots
March 9-10 Winter Shoot—Marshfield
April 13 Belmont Shoot
April 20-21 Tri-County Shoot
July 21 Dodge County 4-H State Shoot
Visit the WI 4-H Shooting Sports webpage at http://
fyi.uwex.edu/wi4hshootingsports/ and look for 2018
Competitive Shoots, adult certifications, and other resources.
Questions? Please call Shooting Sports Leaders Courtney or
Amy Meyer at 920-387-2717.
Wildlife WHEP and Forestry Art Contest April 20-21, 2018
Washington County Fair Park
3000 Hwy PV, West Bend
PARTICIPATION IS OPEN TO
ALL YOUTH enrolled IN
ANY PROJECT IN 4-H.
There are 18 categories in 3 age
divisions.
Download a registration form HERE or contact
Courtney & Amy Meyer at 920-387-2717.
Registration deadline is March 31st.
Communication & Cultural Arts Shooting Sports
Shooting Sports
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Animal Sciences
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Dog Project TRAINING SESSIONS are held
every Monday at 6:30pm at
Canine Solutions
198 West Street, Beaver Dam
Mar. 05 Obedience & Showmanship -Beginner pre-novice &
Pre-Novice
12 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally- Novice & Above
19 Obedience & Showmanship -Beginner pre-novice &
Pre-Novice
26 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally- Novice & Above
Apr. 02 Obedience & Showmanship -Beginner pre-novice &
Pre-Novice
09 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally- Novice & Above
16 Classes start at the Dodge County Fairgrounds
(All dog project members) 23 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
30 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
May 07 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
14 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
21 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
28 No Class
June 04 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
11 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
18 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
25 Obedience, Showmanship & Rally
June 30 Dodge Co. DOG SHOW 7:30 AM Youth Building
August 15 Dodge Co Fair Dog Per formance Show 6:00 PM
[Arrive by 5:45 PM]
NOTE: 1. Members MUST BE AT 10 TRAINING SES-
SIONS to show at the Dog Show. To receive credit for class,
the member must be an active participant for at least 30 minutes
of the appropriate session. There will be no private make-up
sessions allowed. In the event of discrepancy, the trainer’s at-
tendance record will prevail.
2. Any cancellations due to weather will be announced on
WBEV/WXRO/WTKM and Facebook. If unsure, contact your
instructor or committee member (ie. heat or inclement weather).
A decision will be made by 3 p.m. on the day of training.
Horse Project
MARCH MEETING—Monday, March 26 at 7pm at
Dodge County Administration Building TOPIC: Trailer
Safety
APRIL MEETING—Monday, April 26 at 7pm at Dodge
County Administration Building. TOPIC: A presentation by
Don Bellon from Hammes Fire will start the meeting.
HORSE BOWL & HORSE JUDGING If you have interest
in participating in Horse Bowl, let Sherry know. Horse Bowl
Competition is May 5th in Wausau.
Judging competition will be at Expo Saturday, September 15th
at 4:00pm.
MIDWEST HORSE FAIR Apr il 20-22, 2018 at Alliant Ener-
gy Center.
STATE 4-H SHOWS Must be in at least 6th grade to show
the horse. The Hunt and Gymkhana you do not have to qualify
to show but Expo you need to receive a blue (except for Halter
classes that don’t count). Grades 3 and up can show any Educa-
tional Event in May or at Expo.
Educational Days @ UW Marathon County Campus,
Wausau
May 4, 2018 Speeches and Demonstrations
May 5 – Horse Bowl, Wausau
HUNT/DRESSAGE SHOW JUNE 22-24, 2018 at She-
boygan County Fairgrounds
STATE GYMKHANA SEPTEMBER 8-9, 2018 at Wiscon-
sin State Fair Park, West Allis
STATE EXPO SEPTEMBER 14-16, 2018 at Wisconsin
State Fair Park, West Allis REQUIREMENTS
By August 1st to show a Fair—attendance at 4 meetings (one
must be a county project meeting, one must be a fundraiser, one
must be safety. See approved list); SEI Approved helmet (State
4-H Rule) & hard-soled heeled boots; current Coggins Law;
$5.00 project fee to include Horseless & Model Horse members.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Sherry Helmer, N10791 County Rd FF, Fox Lake or
phone 920.928.2478 or e-mail [email protected]
E-MAIL UPDATES
If you haven’t been receiving Email Updates and have an e-
mail address, let Sherry know your e-mail address so you can
get updates.
Like “Dodge County 4-H Horse and Pony” on Facebook!
UPDATES FOR 2018 are star ting to be
posted.
https://fyi.uwex.edu/
wi4haganimalscience/wi-4-h-horse-assn-
handbook/
Animal Sciences
If you have any questions call Dog Project Leaders:
Tiffeny Herioux 920-285-3275
Hannah (Lynch) Davis 920-319-2207
Shannon Desjarlais-Caine 920-887-2545
Luther & Sandy Pohl 920-210-6672
Julie Schmiedlin 608-240-0544
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Poultry Project Meetings April 7—Family Learning Day, MPTC Beaver Dam
April 19 7pm—Dodgeland School Room 312
May 17 7pm—Youth Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
June 21 7pm—Youth Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
July 19 7pm—Youth Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
Please attend the Family Learning Day session and earn a point
on your Poultry Activity Record Card.
Poultry County Resource Leaders
Dan Schwandt 920-763-8030
Don Schwandt 920-344-6884
Janelle Wiebelhaus-Finger 920-253-7099
The Poultry Activity Record Form is available online at http://
dodge.uwex.edu/2013/03/poultry-project-resources/. Both the
Dodge County Small Animal Meeting Attendance Form and
the Poultry Activity Record Form are available in hard copy at
all County Poultry meetings (dates listed above).
Fond du Lac County Small
Animal Fun Day
Saturday, May 5th, 2018
Fond du Lac County
Fairgrounds – Cow Palace
Registration is from
7:30-8:30 a.m.
Judging will begin at 8:45 am
Entry fee is $2.00 per animal (no limits to entries)
Checks made payable to: Fond du Lac County 4-H Adult Lead-
ers Assn. with “Fun Day” in the memo line.
All youth in the Poultry, Rabbit, and Cavy (guinea pig) projects
are invited to attend the Fond du Lac County Small
Animal Fun Day!
There will be showing and showmanship workshops, a rabbit
hopping demo, trophies, ribbons, a HUGE raffle, and prizes
will be awarded for winners of our contests. Sorry, no water-
fowl, turkey, cat or dog entries.
Poultry: Preregistration for poultry is REQUIRED by
April 27th. Pens are available for poultry during the show.
All poultry over 4 months of age MUST BE TESTED. It is
required to bring a copy of your VS92 certificate
with you to Fun Day.
Rabbits: Preregistration for rabbits/cavies is encour -
aged (but not required).
Carriers must be used. The carriers must have bottoms and
exhibitors must clean up after themselves.
Entry sheets are available online at http://
fonddulac.uwex.edu/4h/projects/ under ‘Small Animal Project’
or at the UW Extension Office.
Send entry sheets to: Patty Percy, 227 Administration/
Extension Bldg., 400 University Dr., Fond du Lac WI 54935
RAFFLE, FUN CORNER & CONTESTS: …this is your
chance to win some Bunny Money!
FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE –
Join us for a fun and educational day. Youth from surrounding
counties will be entering.
Any questions please contact: Luke Zimmerman 920-979-3263 [email protected]
Jeff Karls 920-948-1989 [email protected]
Kimberly Carey 920-979-0629 [email protected]
Michelle Wetzel 920-382-6391 [email protected]
Jenny Vollmer 920-960-3333 [email protected]
Animal Sciences
Dodge County Junior Fair Poultry Requirements
In order to be eligible to SHOW any poultry, exhibitors MUST:
Attend 2 County Project Meetings and have signatures on
the Dodge County Small Animal Meeting Attendance Form.
Eligible meetings are listed above.
Have a Premise ID Number and proper Pullorum Typhoid
testing papers for their poultry.
Complete and submit online fair entry by June 10, 2018.
In order to be eligible to SELL at the Small Animal Auction,
exhibitors MUST:
Receive a blue ribbon at the Dodge County Fair Poultry
show on the poultry entry they wish to sell. Have 9 points earned with signatures on the Poultry Poultry
Activity Record Card. *Please note: FFA advisors may give
points for poultry-related activities performed through FFA.
Please include brief description of activity and contact infor-
mation for further questions so that points can be approved
by county leader. Please use your discretion to follow the
establish point system on the record form. Buyers at the
auction are paying far more than market value of the ani-
mals because they are supporting the extra efforts put forth
by the youth in the project. This requirement is meant to
honor their generosity.
All auction participants must abide by auction rules and
requirements.
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Rabbit, Cavy, Poultry, & Goat Projects Exhibitors must attend 2 county meetings to exhibit at the fair.
FFA members can have signature from the 4-H county leader
or a FFA advisor. 4-H members must have signature from 4-H
County Leader in your particular project.
Dodge County Small Animal Meeting Attendance Form
Goat Project Meetings April 24 7 pm Dodgeland School, Room 312
May 22 7 pm Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
June 26 7 pm Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
July 28 10am Dodge Co. Fairgrounds
Goats County Resource Leader
April Doll (goats) 920-219-1953
Families in the Goat Project can join us on Facebook! Find, like,
and follow the Dodge County Goat Project page on Facebook.
Posts include meetings notices, updates, and Q & A.
Rabbit Project Meetings April 7—Family Learning Day, MPTC Beaver Dam
April 16—7pm Dodgeland School, Room 312
May 21 —7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
June 18—7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
July 16—7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
Rabbits County Resource Leaders Bill Meyer 920-262-1973; Don Schwandt 920-344-6884
Cavies (Guinea Pigs) Project Meeting April 7—Family Learning Day, MPTC Beaver Dam
April 16—6pm Dodgeland School, Room 312 May 21 —7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
June 18—7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
July 16—7pm Small Animal Building, Fairgrounds
Cavies Resource Leaders Terry Kelman 563-880-0510; Laurie Peirick 920-988-8096
Columbia County Cottontails
2018 Rabbit Fun Show
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018
Place: Arlington Research Farms UW Public Events Building;
N695 Hopkins Road, Arlington, WI
Ages: The show is open to all youth, third grade and older.
Youth do not need to be a member of 4-H to participate.
Additional activities will be available for Cloverbuds to
participate in.
Time: Showroom doors open at 7:30 a.m.
Registration closes at 8:30 a.m.
Show starts at 9:00 a.m.
Judges: Breed Judge: Cindy Stelloh
Showmanship Judge: Remi Taff
Classes: All breeds welcome—Pet Class; Costume Class
Entries: $2.50 per rabbit if entries postmarked on or before
March 31, 2018 $3 per rabbit if entries postmarked after
March 31, 2018 or day of show. No limit to Breed Class
entries
Pet Class by age, $2.50 entry; limited to one entry per par tici-
pant and cannot be entered in any other class, with the exception
of Costume Class
Costume Class $2.50 per entry, one entry per par ticipant.
Showmanship Class by age, no entry fee.
Awards: Trophies will be given for: Best in Show; Reserve in
Show; Best Overall Pet; Best of Breed; Best Opposite
Ribbons for all other placements
Trophies for Best & Reserve Showman
Purebred rabbits only, with the exception of the Pet Class. All
rabbits need to be in a cage with a solid bottom and tattooed
(permanent marker is acceptable). Rabbit health checks will be
conducted upon arrival. Any rabbit showing signs of disease or
ill health will not be allowed in the show room.
On-site Eat Stand available all day.
Raffle table with many wonderful prizes. Raffle will close at
1:00 p.m. Tickets, available day of show only.
Show pre-registration not required but greatly appreciated!
Please mail pre-registration to:
Jenny L Baerwolf
2146 Bristol Rd
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Questions? Email Jenny at
Angie at [email protected].
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Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Dairy Youth Advisory State Fair Committee would like to
begin preparation work for this year’s WI State Fair. If you are
a youth age 12 or older interested in showing dairy cattle at the
2018 WI State Fair, please return the clip-out by March 10 indi-
cating your interest. Call Amanda at the Extension Office 920-
386-3790 with questions.
Please see the clipout at the end of this newsletter.
Badger Dairy Camp is OPEN
The 2018 Badger Dairy Camp application is
now open. We will be accepting 100 youth
to camp this year on June 7-9, 2018. Parents
are able to mail in applications or complete
the form online here. Hard copy applica-
tions can be requested by calling Dodge
County UW-Extension at 920-386-3790 or emailing tmalter-
Join the Dodge County 4-H Dairy Judging Team! What is dairy judging?
Dairy judging is a team competition, based on evaluating the
physical confirmation of dairy cows. A class of 4 cows or heif-
ers is placed in order of their physical confirmation of Udder,
Dairy Strength, Rear Feet and Legs, and Frame using the Pure-
bred Dairy Cattle Association (PDCA) Uniform Score-
card. Junior contestants also complete Type Analysis Questions
(TAQs) which ask about particular traits for different ani-
mals. Senior contestants give a set of oral reasons, which de-
fend one’s placing of a class. Classes are judged in 12 minutes
(placing only) or 15 minutes (reasons and TAQ’s).
No experience is necessary!
Who can compete? Any youth who is enrolled in the Dodge
County 4-H Program.
Juniors: Celebrate 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, or 14th birthday during
the competition year
Seniors: Celebrate 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, or 19th birthday during
the competition year
How do I join the Dodge County 4-H Dairy Judging Team?
Joining is easy – come to the practices! Practices are mandato-
ry, so each team member can improve their skills to the best of
their ability and work and learn together as a team. Of course,
if you have a conflict, contact any of the coaches.
Questions? Contact Carrie Warmka 920-382-7560 or email
Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest
Deadline: March 22, 2018 This contest is in its 87th year and has entries from more than
800 4-H clubs. Prizes are $100-$75-$50-$25. Lomira Clover
Leaves 4-H Club was a winner a few years ago...your club can
be a winner, too.
4-H Clubs with Dairy project youth are encouraged to enter.
Each 4-H member who enters on a group entry blank with their
club is automatically eligible for individual cash prizes. Mem-
bers may enter with their clubs and also with their families.
This interactive web-based portal contains all five classes, and
allows you to submit your entries online and receive your
scores by email at the completion of the contest.
Cash prizes and framed certificates are awarded to winning
individuals and groups. Also, each team member who is part of
a group entry is eligible for individual prizes.
Visit http://judging.hoards.com/
Official placings and reasons will be published in the May issue
as well as on the website:
(www.hoards.com/youth/cowjudgingcorner).
Winners will be announced in the May issue.
Entry deadline is March 22, 2018
4-H Dairy & Livestock Projects Animal Sciences
ATTENTION DAIRY YOUTH PROJECT MEMBERS
GET YOUR EDUCATIONAL CARD!
The Dairy Youth Advisory Committee has created an
educational card to encourage Dairy project members in their
quest to improve dairy knowledge and skills. Download your
copy of this card from http://dodge.uwex.edu/agr iculture/
youth-dairy-livestock/ and go to the Dairy page.
Completing the requirements will qualify dairy youth for
exhibiting at the Wisconsin State Fair AND for being eligible
to qualify for Dairy Recognition Auction lots.
The intention for creating new card is to encourage more Dairy
youth project members to participate and advance their learning
at the many opportunities which have been created by willing
volunteers.
Check out the card today and see that you may have a few
requirements already completed by your participation in the
2017 Dodge County Fair!
Dairy Youth Advisory Committee
Meeting Thursday, March 22 at 7:30pm
Dodge Co. Administration Building,
Juneau
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Dairy & Livestock Projects
County Animal Project Meetings This counts for 1 point on your MAS Project Activity card
or Dairy Activity card.
All meetings held at the Dodge County Administration
Building in Juneau at 7pm.
Monday, March 19th—7pm
TOPIC: Anatomy 101: A local veter inar ian will guide you
in exploring a variety of internal organs.
Break out session includes: BEEF FEEDER PROJECT
MEETING
Monday, April 16th—7pm
TOPIC: Herdsmanship, educational displays, and thank
you cards.
Monday, May 21st—7pm
TOPIC: Ag Advocacy: What to say to the public at shows.
YQCA In-Person Trainings Cost: $3 per youth/ per year
March 10—10:30am Jefferson County UW-Extension,
Jefferson (Dairy module emphasis) Call 920-674-7295 for
registration information.
April 7—Family Learning Day, MPTC, Beaver Dam
Pre-registration required
May 29—6:00pm Dodge County Administration Building,
Juneau
All youth who exhibit swine at the Dodge County Fair will
be required to complete YQCA training and it is highly en-
couraged for members of all other livestock species (YQCA
will count as an educational point).
Wisconsin State Fair and other national exhibitions will require
certification in YQCA for participation for 2018 events and
beyond for all youth exhibitors that compete at state fair in the
following species: beef, sheep, swine, goats, dairy, poultry and
rabbits.
Market Sheep & Market Swine Info for Jr. Fair
Swine and Sheep Project members will receive letters with in-
structions for animal identification for the 2018 Dodge County
Junior Fair. Information may also be found on the Dodge Coun-
ty UW-Extension website.
FFA Advisors will be notified and will be expected to inform
youth affected in their respective chapters.
Animal Sciences
MAS Project Member Activity Card
(Orange Card)
There has been some confusion regarding the educational
points required by the MAS committee for the education point
card. “4” points are required and can be obtained by attending
educational livestock events. AT LEAST 2 of the points need
to be gotten at a county or state educational event. For some
youth who have no means to have “local club” learning events,
it is always possible to have all 4 or more points obtained from
county or state events.
If an “out of county” event is where a point will be obtained,
use the back of the card to explain the event AND obtain a
signature that can be identified so a call may be given if the
committee has questions.
No educational event may give a youth more than 1
educational points (even if other county’s youth obtain 2+
points for such an event).
Youth attending college may obtain a point for agricultural
events attended by speaking with obtaining MAS committee
approval.
Beef Feeder
Project Meeting Monday, March 19 7:00pm
Administration Building, Juneau
If you are enrolled in the “Feeder Beef Project,”
come to this meeting with Janet Arndt to get fo-
cused on the specifics you need for doing great this
year!
If you are not enrolled, but want to find out more
about this project, please come!
BEEF FEEDER WEIGH-IN Saturday, April 14 11:00am-12:30pm
Dodge County Fairgrounds
Contact: Janet Arndt 920-885-6583
or 920-763-2135 (cell)
Dairy Beef Breeds—140lbs. Maximum weight for
April weigh-in.
Beef Breeds—no maximum weight for April
weigh-in (recommended March 2018 calves or
younger).
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Livestock Resource Manuals There are three (3) livestock manuals available from the Ohio
State University and they are GREAT!!!
Beef Resource Handbook - $ 18.50
Swine Resource book (Market/Breeding) - $19.50
Sheep Resource Book (Market/Breeding) - $ 27.50
The Dodge County Extension Office will have a copies of each
on hand for you to borrow for short intervals. However, if clubs
wish to purchase copies to have their leaders use or leaders and
families who wish to own their own copy—we will order them
for you. You may do this by returning the clip-out by April 1.
Please include a check for the correct amount; check payable to
Dodge County UW-Extension.
See clipout at the end of this newsletter.
Area Animal Science Days Dates for 2018 SAVE THE DATE!!
The dates for the 2018 Area Animal Science Days are as follows:
June 14 – Kewaunee County
June 22 – Clark County
June 29 – Lafayette County
Thanks to these counties for hosting. Rules will be similar to last
year. Complete rules and registration information will be availa-
ble on our website at https://fyi.uwex.edu/wi4haganimalscience/
area-animal-science-days/ as they are completed.
2018 Wisconsin Junior Targhee Sheep Association
Starter Flock
The Wisconsin Junior Targhee Sheep Association will again be
giving away a starter flock of three Targhee ewes in 2018 to a
lucky Wisconsin youth.
Applicants must be aged 12 to 17 as of
January 1, 2018, must be a resident of
Wisconsin, and must not currently raise
Targhee sheep. The winner must also be
eligible and agree to exhibit their animals
at both the 2018 Wisconsin State Fair
open sheep show and Wisconsin Junior
State Fair sheep show.
The winner will receive a combination of ewe lambs, yearling
ewes and/or brood ewes, and take ownership of the animals be-
fore any 2018 State Fair entry deadlines.
Applications are available on-line at both the US Targhee Sheep
Association website (http://www.ustargheesheep.org/) and are
due no later than April 1, 2018.
NCWCA Preview Show May 12, 2018 Held in conjunction with the 10th Annual Beef Round-up Saturday, May 12, 2018
Taylor County Fairgrounds,
Intersection of Hwys 13 and 64 in Medford
$200 Grand Champion Steer & Heifer Awards
$100 Reserve Grand Champion Steer & Heifer Awards
Jackpot Showmanship/additional prizes throughout the day
Pre-register by May 7
$20/1st animal; $10/additional animal
After May 7: $30/1st animal; $10/ additional animal
Jackpot Showmanship: Additional $5/exhibitor
Mail entry forms (link below) with check payable
to “NCWCA” to Ryan Klussendorf, W2072 State Highway 64,
Medford WI 54451
Schedule
Gates open Friday, May 11, from 5-9 p.m. Check-in Friday
afternoon or Saturday morning by 9 a.m.
Weigh-in Saturday, 7-9:30 a.m.
Show begins at 10 a.m. with Showmanship, followed by
Heifer Show, and Steer Show
Breakfast and lunch available on grounds
2018 NCWCA Preview Show Rules & Entry Form (.pdf)
For more information call (715) 748-2101
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Badger Dairy Camp is OPEN
Badger Dairy Camp is a 3-day summer camp for youth ages 12-18, flled with hands-on activities, workshops, and contest that incor-
porate learning, competition, and fun. Attending Badger Dairy Camp is a great opportunity for campers interested in solidifying their
dairy fundamentals and those looking to try something new! Campers will experience the same atmosphere, facilities, and instruction
that Badger judges do-the opportunity to experience a championship caliber Big Ten judging program. Join us this year for the twen-
tieth annual Badger Dairy Camp that will surely be one of the highlights of the
summer! Be sure to get your application in early as enrollment is limited!
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Educational Links http://dodge.uwex.edu http://www.myamericanfarm.org/ Interactive online ag edu-
cation games
http://www.whyag.com/ A “One-stop shop” for Interactive
Ag Career Exploration
Farming as Rocket Science: Why American agriculture is
different from the European variety
Lessons Learned on the Show Halter
Animal Premises Identification
Integrating Safety into Agritourism Information about us-
ing best practices to keep farm visitors safe.
Consumer Misperceptions About Food – Answers and Con-
versation Join America’s farmers and ranchers in conversa-
tion about how they grow and raise our food.
Dedicated to Dairy A site for families, schools, health pro-
fessionals and the public – all about dairy cows, dairy foods,
dairy facts and myths and meet local dairy farm families.
NASCO to HOST Showing & Grooming Demonstrations Nasco will present its 32nd annual Showing & Grooming
Demonstrations on May 12, 2018. Industry Leaders will conduct
these educational demonstrations. Topics for discussion will in-
clude: animal selection, proper clipping techniques, choice of
grooming equipment and showmanship. Questions may be freely
asked during the demonstrations.
During each demonstration, door prizes will be given away and
each person attending will receive a valuable discount coupon,
which may be used at the Nasco Store.
Schedule of Events for May 12, 2018:
8:30—10:30—Goat Demonstration featuring Sarah Adamson
9:00-3:30—Beef Demonstration featuring Kirk Stierwalt
10:00-1:00—Dairy Demonstration featuring Katie Coyne &
Trent Styczynski
10:30-12:30—Sheep Demonstration featuring Billy & Christina
Johnson
12:30—1:00—Lunch Intermission and visit Nasco Store
1:00—3:00—Swine Demonstration featuring Taylor Crounch &
Erica Langhoff
Complete Feed Service from Sharon, WI will sponsor a free
lunch. There is no charge for attending these educational demon-
strations.
Pre-Registration is preferred to insure seating availability. To
register, please call the Nasco Store at 920-568-5600.
WI Southdown Association 2018 Southdown Ewe Lamb Award
Purpose: To promote youth involvement with Southdown
sheep in Wisconsin by awarding youth with a quality registered
ewe lamb to begin their flocks.
Who is Eligible? Wisconsin youth ages 11-16 enrolled in 4-H or FFA who do not
already own Southdown sheep.
Applications available at https://dodge.uwex.edu/
files/2018/03/2018-WSA-Starter-Ewe-Lamb-Form.pdf
Requirements/Rules: 1. A written application must be submitted to the Wisconsin
Southdown Association. Application materials are presented on
page 2. Mail application materials postmarked by March 15,
2018 to Kelly Vierck, N5690 County Road M, Juneau, WI or
emailed to [email protected].
2. Applications will be reviewed by a Wisconsin Southdown As-
sociation appointed committee. Winner(s) will be selected based
on quality of the application materials. The number of winners
will be determined by the number of ewes donated in that year.
3. The top applicants selected will be contacted by the Wisconsin
Southdown Association Board of Directors for a phone interview,
which will finalize the selection of the winners.
4. Winner(s) will be announced and animal(s) awarded at the
Wisconsin Southdown Stars Sale & Symposium in April.
Winner(s) will be contacted prior to the Sale and must be in at-
tendance in order to receive the ewe lamb(s). Each winner will
receive individual instruction on feeding and care of the ewe
lamb and a mentor will be introduced who can be contacted any
time for information and assistance. The mentor will report back
to the Wisconsin Southdown Association from time to time on
the progress of the winner in raising his or her ewe lamb.
5. The winner(s) of ewe lambs agree to maintain and raise their
animals in clean facilities and provide appropriate care. The ewe
lamb must receive proper annual vaccinations and receive de-
worming and necessary medications to maintain and assure good
health. The ewe lamb must also receive proper nutrition (grain,
supplement, hay, mineral and pasture) in order for it to grow to
its full potential.
6. Each winner will be required to make a written progress report
to the Wisconsin Southdown Association along with pictures of
the ewe lamb due September 1, 2018. The ewe lamb must be
shown at a minimum of 2 shows such as a local, county, or state
fair or the Spring Preview or Sheep and Wool Festival shows.
7. Failure on the part of the youth who wins an ewe lamb to
maintain it in good health, provide proper nutrition and good
animal husbandry care will result in forfeiture of the ewe lamb
back to the Wisconsin Southdown Association. All costs associ-
ated with feeding, caring and showing the ewe lamb are the sole
responsibility of the youth winner. The Wisconsin Southdown
Association assumes no responsibility or liability for the animal
once it is delivered to the winner and is not required to replace
the animal in the event of death.
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MAS Committee Trivia Night Registration Form
Dodge County Meat Animal Sale Committee Trivia Night
March 24, 2018
Team Registration Sheet
What: 10 Rounds of 10 Questions for your team to answer
When: 7:00pm, Saturday March 24, 2018
Doors open at 5:00pm – food will be served
Where: Gym at Dodgeland High School, Juneau, WI
Why: To have fun testing your trivia knowledge while enjoying a night of
fun and games with friends and help the Dodge County Meat Animal Sale
Committee raise money for new swine pens at the Dodge County Fairgrounds.
TEAM NAME:____________________________________________________
Name Phone Paid$10 (each)
1.__________________ ___________________ _______________
2.__________________ ___________________ _______________
3.__________________ ___________________ _______________
4.__________________ ___________________ _______________
5.__________________ ___________________ _______________
6.__________________ ___________________ _______________
7.__________________ ___________________ _______________
8.__________________ ___________________ _______________
Pre-register by March 9, 2018
Make Check Payable to the Meat Animal Sale Committee
Mail to: Eric Salmi – MAS Trivia Night
N1221 Hwy G, Reeseville, WI 53579
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CLIPOUT PAGES
DEMONSTRATION CONTEST April 23
Dodge Co. Administration Bldg— Auditorium, 6:00 PM
NAME(S) ____________________________________
Club ________________________________________
Telephone: __________________________
Email: _____________________________
Grade____
[ ] Individual Entry [ ] Team Entry
Title/Subject_________________________________
Return to: Dodge Co. 4-H Office,
127 E Oak St.
Juneau 53039
Deadline: March 10
Cloverbuds & Explorers 2018 Meetings Name:
Club:
Phone:
Email (if preferred):___________________________
Date Return Clip out by:
Wednesday, February 21 Register by Feb. 9
Monday, March 12 Register by March 2
Tuesday, April 24 Register by April 13
Tuesday, May 22 Register by May 11
Wednesday, June 27 Register by June 15
Monday, July 23 Register by July 13
SESSION FEES are $2/person & must accompany clipout
ENCLOSE a check made payable to Dodge Co. 4-H
Return clipout to: Dodge County UW-Extension,
Attn: 4-H Office, 127 E Oak St, Juneau, WI 53039
VIP Leader Training Monday, March 12th at 7:00pm
Dodge County Administration Building, Juneau
Name(s):__________________________________________
__________________________________________
Club: __________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________
Return your RSVP to [email protected] OR mail
clipout one week prior to:
Dodge Co. UW-Extension
Attn: 4-H Office
127 E Oak St
Juneau, WI 53039
Livestock Resource Manuals DEADLINE: April 1
Name: __________________________________________
Phone: _____________________ Club ________________
I/We are interested in owning a copy of:
___ Beef Resource Handbook $ 18.50 each
___ Swine Resource Handbook $ 19.50 each
___ Sheep Resource Handbook $ 27.50 each
ENCLOSE a check made payable to Dodge County UW -
Extension Return clipout to: Dodge County UW-
Extension, Attn: 4-H Office, 127 E Oak St, Juneau, WI
53039
JUNIOR STATE FAIR DAIRY Name _________________________________ Age ____
Name ________________________________ Age ____
Address _______________________________________
City ___________________________ Zip ____________
4-H Club _______________________________________
Phone _______________________
Check Dairy Interest
___ Holsteins ___ Colored Cattle
Return to 4-H Office, 127 E Oak St, Juneau WI 53039
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Base Camp, Upham Woods, WI Dells 2nd – 6th Grades Travel to the heart of scenic WI Dells for 2 nights and 3 days of adventure, fun and learning. Set along the banks of the WI River, Camp Upham Woods features cozy cabins, a quality nature center, main lodge, craft center and more! Programs in recreation, crafts, canoeing, archery, nature exploration, and swimming are offered for all youth. Base Camp is open to the first 100 campers in grades 2-6. Transportation to and from camp is provided. Cost is $130 for 4-H members and $145 for non-4-H members. There will be a $5 discount for all camp registration forms received by April 7. Camp registration fee includes: transportation, meals, lodging, supplies, t-shirt, educational programs, expertise of the Upham Staff and the Dodge County Camp Staff (youth counselors and adult volunteers) and more!
Outpost Camp, Upham Woods, WI Dells 7th – 8th Grades Travel to the heart of scenic WI Dells for 2 nights and 3 days of adventure, fun and learning. Set along the banks of the WI River, Camp Upham Woods features cozy cabins, a quality nature cen-ter, main lodge, craft center and more! That may be an all day hike on the island or an extend canoe paddle that incorporates hiking on the north shore, paddle around the island etc. Those campers would still be sleeping and eating with base camp, and some evening programs like campfire. Outpost Camp is open to the first 24 campers in grades 7-8. Transportation to and from camp is provided. Cost is $130 for 4-H members and $145 for non-4-H members. There will be a $5 discount for all camp registration forms re-ceived by April 7. Camp registration fee includes: transportation, meals, supplies, t-shirt, education programs, fishing, orienteering, sur-vival skills, canoeing, swimming, expertise of the Upham Staff
Dodge County 4-H Summer Camp July 12-14, 2018
at Camp Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells 2nd– 6th grade at Upham Woods 7th – 8th grade In-camp Outpost
Registrations & Health Forms are due to the 4-H office by May 11th
Details for camp (packing lists, etc.) will be sent prior to camp. Each camper can bring one non 4-H friend to camp! We always need adults to help at camp, call if you are willing.
For more information on 4-H Summer Camp, contact the Dodge County Extension Office at 920-386-3790.
CANCELLATION POLICY Base & Outpost Camp: Campers cancelling April 16-April 27 receive a $50 refund. Cancellations April 28-May 11 receive a $40 refund. After
May 11 no refunds will be made for cancellations (plans will have already been made/funds committed). After all registrations are in, campers will receive camp details and bus information.
HEALTH FORM MUST BE COMPLETED ON 4HONLINE
Go to https://wi.4honline.com & log in with your family’s email & password. Click “Continue to Family” and click onto “Edit” for the enrolled youth attending Camp. Go to “Health Form” and complete. To request a paper copy of the Health
Form, call Dodge County 4-H at 920-386-3790.
Please mail in check and registration form to:
Dodge Co. UWEX, Attn: 4-H Summer Camp, 127 E Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
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4-H Summer Camp Registration July 12-14, 2018 at UPHAM WOODS
Please use a separate form for EACH CAMPER
NAME ___4-H member or ___Non 4-H member
Grade______ (as of 1/1/2018) ___Male ___Female
Address __________________________________________________City _________________________
Club _____________________________________________ Home Phone _____________________
Email ____________________________________________ Cell Phone _________________________
Is there someone (same grade) you'd like to room with? List: __________________________________________________ If more than one child is attending camp, designate WHO roommate is for (we cannot guarantee cabin roommates).
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
BASE CAMP: Current Grade: ___2 ___3 ___4 ___5 ___6 (Please check) OUTPOST CAMP: Current Grade: ___7 ___8
T-Shirt Size(s): Child ___ M ___ L Adult ___S ___ M ___ L ___ XL
CAMP FEE (check one) ___$130 PER child ___$145 Non-4-H member PER child
If you get your registration in BEFORE APRIL 7, deduct $5 from your camp fee.
Make Check Payable: DODGE COUNTY 4-H Check MUST be enclosed w/reservation AND Health Form must be completed on 4HOnline!
I hereby permit my 4-H child to participate in & attend 4-H Camp, Upham Woods, July 12-14, 2018. I grant the UW-Extension the right to use, publish, and copyright my child’s image (including audio, moving image or photo-graph) for educational programs, website & promotion of University programs.
________________________________________________________ ________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Deadline: MAY 11, 2018
Return to: Dodge Co. UW-Extension
Attn: 4-H Summer Camp
127 E. Oak Street
Juneau, WI 53039
Reservations will not be processed WITHOUT payment!
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FAMILY LEARNING DAY
April 7, 2018
Moraine Park Technical College
700 Gould Street
Beaver Dam, WI
REGISTRATION DEADLINE MARCH 16th
8:15 – 8:45am REGISTRATION CHECK-IN
9:00 – 9:30am Keynote: Mary Crave, Dodge County
4-H Alumnus, USDA International Programs
9:40 – 10:40am Session 1
10:50 – 11:50am Session 2
11:50am—12:35pm Lunch hosted by TBD
12:35 – 1:35pm Session 3
1:45 – 2:45pm Session 4
LATE REGISTRATIONS
Registrations received after March 21 will have a $5 per
person late fee, providing there is room in the sessions.
Mail Registrations to:
Dodge County UW-Extension Attn: 4-H Program
127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
Questions? Call 920-386-3790
Pre-registration REQUIRED… NO WALK-INS!
EACH person fills out s SEPARATE form!
EACH person selects a choice for each session.
ALL pay $3.00 registration fee (including adults)
plus 1st Choice session fees (if applicable).
2nd & 3rd Choice MUST be indicated.
(If course has a limit or is cancelled, you automati-
cally receive your #2/#3 choice. If NO 2nd choice
is indicated, you WILL receive ANY course open!
If you sign up for a session that requires a fee or
supplies you will be notified if you do not receive
your first choice.)
Registrations sent in without payment will not be
processed.
Keynote Speaker Mary Crave, Dodge County 4-H Alumnus
USDA 4-H International Programs
If 4-H Looked like the World Are you a typical kid? Have fun seeing how the US
and you compare to other countries in language, food,
religion, school, energy use, and other daily activities.
What can we learn from people in other countries?
Mary Crave has been involved with 4-H international pro-
grams for almost 40 years starting as a 4-H exchange par-
ticipant to Sri Lanka, as a group leader to several countries
with both 4-H members and volunteers, as a volunteer lead-
er, and now working with 4-H in Africa. Since her first ex-
change, she's been to more than 40 countries on several
continents and has traveled to Africa almost 50 times!
Mary was an Extension agent
and specialist in Wisconsin for
40 years, has worked with
USDA programs in Africa, and
now works for extension inter-
national programs in other
states. She lives in Madison
when she's not running around
the world.
Lunch Menu
hosted by Juneau Victorians 4-H Club
Hot Dog $2
Grilled Cheese $2
Blue Zones Inspired Black Bean and Sweet Potato
Chili $2
Fruit $.50
Vegetables $.50
Juice Box $.50
Water $1
Baked Goods $.50
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Family Learning Day Session Offerings
April 7, 2018
Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC), Beaver Dam
9:40-10:40am 10:50-11:50am 12:35-1:35pm 1:45-2:45pm
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4
Swine Project for Beginners YQCA
Shoulder Bag Composition/Intro to Photo Trick Photography
Go International with 4-H Tack It Up Cake Decorating Basics Advanced Cake Decorating
Rabbits Doves and Pigeons Machine Embroidery Plant Slant Cooking
Bovine Genetics Dog Safety Safe Bicycling Skills Smartphone Movie Making
Meal Prepping Snacks Mystery of Meat Fun with Dairy Promotion Identifying WI Trees
Attracting Hummingbirds Careers in Agriculture RoboSumo RoboSumo
Intro to Martial Arts Intro to Martial Arts Trapping Burlap Wreath
Cloverbud/Exploring Craft PVC Fun Craft Stenciled Sign Recycled Crafts
Crime, Cops, & Clues Crime, Cops, & Clues Chocolate: From Cocoa Bean to
Chocolate Bar Native American Artifacts
Country Sign Sheep Play Ball! Play Ball!
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FAMILY LEARNING DAY SESSION DESCRIPTIONS—APRIL 7, 2018
Advanced Cake Decorating (Session 4) Fee $6. Limit 15. Khandra Henderson and Noel Weber-Eedy. Participants will
learn how to make flowers and some advanced decorating techniques. Each participant will receive 3 tips and a flower
nail to take home. Children under 8 years old need an adult to accompany them.
Attracting Hummingbirds (Session 1) Fee $2. Limit 15. Chris Jacobs and Carol Shirk. Hummingbirds are a treat to
have in the garden. They play an important role as pollinators and are entertaining to watch. They can be quite feisty
when protecting their territory, are very acrobatic as they hover and dart up and down and even backwards, and can be
very vocal with their squeaky chirps and twitters. Hummingbirds are creatures of habit, they return about the same time
each year and will return to the same spot. Give them a reason to return to your garden year after year. Participants will
be able to make a hummingbird feeder to take home.
Bovine Genetics (Session 1) Dennis Gunst. What are the best bulls to use on your cows? Learn to interpret available
data from the sire summaries and bull stud catalogs. Dennis will cover dairy genetics and beef genetics. Counts for 1
point on Dairy Project or Livestock Project Member Activity Card.
Burlap Wreath (Session 4) Fee $4. Limit 10. Kris Rennhack. Learn how to make a Christmas or spring burlap wreath.
Kris will show you how to put the wreath together and how to add decorations using your choice of ribbon.
Cake Decorating Basics (session 3) Fee $6. Limit 15. Noel Weber-Eedy. Learn different techniques to cover cakes and
how to stabilize a layered and tiered cake. Each participant will receive their own Styrofoam mold to decorate and a dec-
orating bag with coupler, tip and icing scraper. Children under 8 years old need an adult to accompany.
Careers in Agriculture (Session 2) Char les Crave. “Let’s take a look at careers in agr iculture and how to get
there.” Counts for 1 point on Dairy Project or Livestock Project Member Activity Card.
Chocolate: From Cocoa Bean to Chocolate Bar (Session 3) Limit 25. Russell Tietz, Director of Technical Sales for
Clasen Quality Chocolate, Madison. Come and learn about the science of processing, manufacturing and application of
Chocolate. Learning and tasting are done in this session.
Cloverbud/Exploring Activity (Session 1) Jan Zander . Make a sock puppet. If you have a colorful, fun sock you
want to use bring it along or use one that will be provided.
Composition/Intro to Photography (Session 3) Anne Rosenau. Join the fun while learning some fundamental skills
that will help you become a photographer. For all ages and experience levels. Please bring your camera, even if it is your
phone or tablet! (Camera not required for attendance.)
Country Sign (Session 1) Fee $1 Limit 15. Rae Geb. Make a country sign to hang in your favorite room. Paint on a
piece of wood and spray with varnish. Younger members will need to have an adult with them.
Crime, Cops and Clues (Session 1, 2) Mike Beisbier , Detective Water town Police Dept. The Science behind police
investigations. Detective Beisbier from Watertown PD will discuss current evidence collection and processing trends,
and how investigation duties differ from uniformed officers’ duties.
Dog Safety (Session 2) Limit 25. Veronica Richards and Maria Richards. This is an interactive class. There will be a
dog safety presentation describing how to act around friendly dogs and what protective behaviors to use around strange
dogs. Participants will have the opportunity to practice with Badgerland Animal Reading and Comfort Companions
(BARCC) trained animal therapy teams. Participants younger than Cloverbuds need parent supervision.
Doves and Pigeons (Session 2) Chr is Krenke and Don Schwandt. Whether performing, showing or utility there’s a
bird for everyone. Bring your questions for answers. Counts for 1 point on your Small Animal Project cards.
Fun with Dairy Promotion (Session 3) Brenda Conley. Have you herd there is a new Dairy Ambassador for the
county? Do you promote dairy through your club or would like to know how you can do to promote dairy? Then this is
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the session for you! Meet the new ambassador and learn different ways to promote dairy within your club or communi-
ty. Any club can do it even if you don't have anyone in the dairy project. Also learn about the funding that is available
to help your club with promoting dairy. (This session is a requirement if you want to request funds). We will also be
playing a fun dairy promoting game that you can use after the session with your club. If you have a smartphone or Ipad/
tablet you are encouraged to bring it to this session.
Go International with 4-H (Session 1) Mary T. Crave. This session will give an overview of 4-H international pro-
grams in Wisconsin from activities you can do at club meetings to how you can travel to other countries or host boys
and girls in your home and 4-H club.
Identifying Wisconsin Trees (Session 4) Steve Ziobro. Steve has 35 years of exper ience as a nurseryman and will
give a Power Point presentation on "How to Identify Wisconsin Trees." He will also have samples of leaves and twigs
and seeds to pass around, as well as a handout with a dichotomous key that he made to aid in tree identification.
Introduction to Martial Arts (Session 1, 2) Scott Krenz. This class is designed to offer a fun look into the wor ld of
martial arts training. The focus will be on building confidence, focus and discipline. Students will learn age appropriate
basic kicking, blocking, striking and self-defense skills in a fun safe environment. No experience necessary. Classes will
be taught by Black Belt Instructors from Martial Arts America.
Machine Embroidery (Session 3) Instructor from Nancy’s Notions. Learn what it takes to go from sewing to em-
broidering! See how embellishing or personalizing a sewn project or a thrift store purchase will make the item come to
life with a fun embroidery design! A Nancy’s Notions instructor will explain the basics of machine embroidery.
Meal Prepping Snacks (Session 1) Fee $3. Sara Menard. Ever gotten home from school and didn’t have a snack?
Come to this class to learn healthy and fun snacks you can prep on the weekends to always have something to pack in
lunches and on the go. Snacks will be available to take home. Counts for 1 point on Dairy Project Activity Card.
Mystery of Meat, (Session 2) Amanda Young. Undress the Mystery of Meat. Learn about the types of beef, pork,
and lamb meat cuts and products. Calculate dressing percentages and see if your taste buds can tell the difference be-
tween meat types. Counts for 1 point on Livestock Activity Card.
Native American Artifacts (Session 4) Bob Krueger Rock River Archeological Society (RRAS). Native American
history will come alive when Bob shares his knowledge of Native American Indians and talk about the artifacts that he
has collected.
Plant Slant Cooking (Session 4) Fee $2. Limit 15. Janelle Wiebelhaus-Finger. Have you heard of Blue Zones Project?
This well-being initiative in Dodge County encourages you to eat more plants to help you live longer, better. Make tasty
and healthy plant-based dishes from soups to snacks and taste them too.
Play Ball! (Session 3 or 4) Mark Case and Jeff McKean. Join Mark and Jeff as they look forward to another ex-
citing season of baseball. They will share their love of the National Pastime with stories of nostalgia, memorabilia and
trivia. Bring your own ballpark memories to share along with the group.
PVC Fun Craft (Session 2) Fee $4. Jan Zander . Build a lounge chair for an 18 inch doll or small dog or cat.
Rabbits (Session 1) Bill Meyer . Learn about anatomy, body par ts and animal care with the Rabbit project.
Counts for 1 point on Small Animal Project Card.
Recycled Crafts (Session 4) Fee $1. Limit 10. Connie Alderden. Recycling is good for the environment and if you’re a
dedicated crafter, it can also save you money. Explore some ways to recycle common items that you have at home.
There will be examples for inspiration and we’ll also do a couple of make and takes. Bring a sharp paper cutting scissors
and have an apron or paint shirt handy for this workshop.
RoboSumo (Session 3 or 4) Limit 16, 3rd grade and up. Brian Lerwick and the Beaver Dam RoboHackerz Robotics
Team. Customize a robot to compete in a battle with another robot to see which robot can push the other out of the com-
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petition ring. Participants will be introduced to the LEGO MindStorm platform and gain a basic understanding of robot
construction and programming.
Safe Bicycling Skills (Session 3) Dale Oestreich & Deb Vomhof. Dale and Deb from Water town Share the Road
will discuss Wisconsin bicycle laws, the importance of a proper bicycle ‘fit’ and bicycle safety; including proper attire,
lights and techniques. They will also discuss basic bicycle maintenance, different categories of bicycling, and infor-
mation about safe, fun trails and routes throughout Dodge County and surrounding area.
Sheep (Session 2) Jan Phillips and Josh Voigt. This is a discussion for new sheep members and will cover the
basic information needed to make this a successful year, and to be able to show at the Dodge County Fair. It is for all of
those questions the new exhibitor doesn't realize they need to ask. Counts for 1 point on Livestock Project Member Ac-
tivity Card.
Shoulder Bag (Double Session 1-2) Limit 10. Anna and Tara Schultz. We want to help you on your journey into suc-
cessful sewing! Want a quick fun bag that is safe to hold all your treasures with its zipper closure? This class is for
you. Learn basic sewing skills as you create a bag that will make you proud. Bring the following supplies: ½ yard den-
im, 1-yard cotton or nylon webbing for shoulder strap, 2- 12” zippers, thread, scissors, pins, cutting supplies, and your
sewing machine in good working order.
Smartphone Movie Making (Session 4) Karen Huismann and Jourdan Westenberg. Lights! Camera! Action! The
professional staff from Watertown TV will show you how to make a movie on your smartphone. From basic film mak-
ing techniques to special tips and shortcuts. Come to this hands-on workshop and you will walk out ready to direct your
own movie!
Stenciled Sign (Session 3) Fee $5. Limit 10. Connie Alderden. Wood signs are very popular and are a wonderful
way to add a rustic touch to your home. However, they can be expensive. In this workshop we’ll take a look at some
methods for creating your own wood signs and will stencil a project that you can use for your home. Bring an apron or
paint shirt for this workshop.
Swine Project for Beginners (Double Session 1-2) Eric Salmi. This is a beginner’s swine class. We will cover all the
required tools and material for showing. Along with the required paper work – start to finish. We will talk about pulling
DNA samples, ear tagging, taking pictures and suppling the county with the information they need. Also what to expect
at the fair – what happens play by play on each day. Counts for 1 point on Livestock Project Member Activity Card.
Tack It Up (Session 2) Bethany Cameron, Leslie Schreier and Kathryn Witzel. Cleaning, care and different kinds of
horse tack will be covered. This session counts as a meeting requirement for the Horse Project.
Trapping (Session 3) Ken Tietz. Ken will have his fur collection of all the different animals and a couple pictures
of some unique versions of a couple animals he has caught. He will also show many of different styles of traps and
what they are used for and how they are used. Also showing somewhat where and how you would place the different
traps. Ken will address any questions you have.
Trick Photography (Session 4) Minimum 8. Anne Rosenau. Have you ever wanted to bench press your buddies?
Nosh on a neighbor? Stomp on your sister? Sounds weird, right? You can learn how to make it LOOK like you’re doing
all that and more by attending Trick Photography. Use your creativity to fool the eye. So come scale a wall, be as limber
as a pretzel, and perform feats of strength you never thought possible. (Cameras recommended but not necessary.)
YQCA (Double Session 3-4) Fee $3 Amanda Young. Youth for the Quality Care of Animals replaces MAQA. For
all livestock members to learn about caring for their animal projects and insuring a quality food product. Required for
youth showing Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, Goats, Rabbits or Poultry at the State Fair. Required for county fair swine
project members. Will additionally need to enroll for certification at http://yqca.org/ ($3 cost for in person training paid
to YQCA upon class enrollment). Counts for 1 point on Dairy, Livestock or Small Animal Project Member Activity
Card.
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1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
TOTAL 1st CHOICE SESSION FEES $____________
REGISTRATION FEE (applies to each youth & adult) $ 3.00
TOTAL AMOUNT $____________
FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE
This form will not be processed unless CORRECT FEES are included.
Enclose a check payable to DODGE COUNTY 4-H for the TOTAL amount.
Mail to Dodge County UW-Extension, 127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming including Title VI, Title IX and ADA requirements.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
March 16, 2018
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1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
1st Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ $____________
2nd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___ (1st Choice fees only)
3rd Choice: ___________________________________________ ___ ___ ___
TOTAL 1st CHOICE SESSION FEES $____________
REGISTRATION FEE (applies to each youth & adult) $ 3.00
TOTAL AMOUNT $____________
FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE
This form will not be processed unless CORRECT FEES are included.
Enclose a check payable to DODGE COUNTY 4-H for the TOTAL amount.
Mail to Dodge County UW-Extension, 127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming including Title VI, Title IX and ADA requirements.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
March 16, 2018
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March 2018
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
All meetings held at
the Dodge County
Administration
Building in Juneau
unless otherwise
indicated.
1 2 3
Livestock Quiz Bowl
& Skillathon Con-
test—UW-Madison
4 5
Dog Training 6pm
@ Canine Solutions
6 7
8 9
10
11 12
Exploring/
Cloverbud
Workshop 6pm
Dog Training 6pm
@ Canine Solutions
VIP Training 7pm
13
Archery 5:15pm-
8:15pm @ Horicon
Marsh Bowmen Club
14 15 16
ArtBeat! @ Upham
Woods
17
ArtBeat! @ Upham
Woods
18 19
Dog Training 6pm
@ Canine Solutions
Livestock Project
Meeting 7pm
20
4-H Leaders Execu-
tive Board 7pm
21 22
DYAC Meeting
7:30pm
23 24
MAS
Trivia Night
Dodgeland School
5pm
25 26
4-H Community
Service Night 6pm
Dog Training 6pm
@ Canine Solutions
Horse Project Meet-
ing 7pm
27
Archery 5:15pm-
8:15pm @ Horicon
Marsh Bowmen Club
28 29 30 31
Dodge County UW-Extension
127 E. Oak Street
Juneau , WI 53039
Phone: 920-386-3790 / Fax: 920-386-3928
http://dodge.uwex.edu/
Hours: Monday—Friday 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.
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April 2018
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3
Archery 5:15pm-
8:15pm @ Horicon
Marsh Bowmen Club
4
5 6
7
4-H Family Learning
Day, MPTC Beaver
Dam
National 4-H Confer-
ence April 7-12
8 9
Dog Training
6:30pm @ Canine
Solutions
10
Archery 5:15pm-
8:15pm @ Horicon
Marsh Bowmen Club
11 12 13
14
Beef Feeder Weigh-
In 11am-12:30pm @
Fairgrounds
15 16
Dog Training
6:30pm @ Canine
Solutions
Livestock Project
Meeting 7pm
Rabbit Project Meet-
ing 7pm @ Dodge-
land
17
Archery 5:15pm-
8:15pm @ Horicon
Marsh Bowmen Club
4-H Leaders
Association 7pm
18 19
Poultry Project Meet-
ing 7pm @ Dodge-
land
20
Tri-County Archery
Shoot, West Bend
Midwest Horse Fair
April 20-22
21
Tri-County Archery
Shoot, West Bend
4-H Camp Counselor
Training, Upham
Woods April 21-22
22 23
4-H Demonstration
Contest 6pm
Dog Training
6:30pm @ Canine
Solutions
24
Exploring/Cloverbud
Workshop 6pm
Goat Project Meeting
7pm Dodgeland
25 26
Space Camp
April 26-30
Horse Project
Meeting 7pm
27 28
29 30
Dog Training
6:30pm @ Canine
Solutions
Dodge County UW-Extension
127 E. Oak Street
Juneau , WI 53039
Phone: 920-386-3790 / Fax: 920-386-3928
http://dodge.uwex.edu/
Hours: Monday—Friday 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.
All meetings held at the Dodge County
Administration Building in Juneau unless
otherwise indicated.
National Volunteer Week
April 15-22
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UW-Extension Dodge County Dodge County Administration Building 127 East Oak Street Juneau WI 53039
CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
Focus on 4-H DODGE COUNTY 4-H FAMILY NEWSLETTER
Dodge County 4-H Leaders Association Dodge County
Executive Board University of Wisconsin-Extension
John Siedschlag, President 127 East Oak Street – Room 108
Susan Caine, President-Elect Juneau WI 53039-1379
Tracy Propst, Secretary Phone 920-386-3790
Noreen Dogs, Treasurer Fax 920-386-3928
Cody Gerber, Reporter http://dodge.uwex.edu
Charles Crave, Past President Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Adult Delegates Marie Witzel, 4-H Youth Development Educator
Kris Rennhack Ellen Bohn, 4-H Youth Program Assistant
Sandy Salmi Pattie Carroll, Family Living Educator
Penny Seaver Jeff Hoffman, Area Extension Director
Kimberly Lafler, FoodWIse Nutrition Educator
Youth Delegates Loretta Ortiz-Ribbing, Crops & Soils Educator
Madelyn Adsit Caitlin Richardson, FoodWIse Nutrition Education Coordinator
Malachi Frank Amanda Young, Dairy & Livestock Educator
Kendra Gillett Support Staff: Laure Dei, Tracy Malterer
Matthew Gunst
Gabrielle Rennhack
Courtni Salmi
Vacancy TBD
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