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What's Inside

Fairbook Cover Design…………..…………………………...page 1 Leader Information………………………………………….....page 2 Scholarship Opportunities………………………………….....page 2 Save the Dates…………………………………………………page 3 Subcommittee Help…………………………………………...page 3 Opportunities Beyond the County……….………….………..page 4 Leadership Opportunities for Senior Level Members…..….page 5 Agriculture Opportunities for 4-H Members…………………page 6 Photography Opportunities for 4-H Members……………....page 6 Let’s Celebrate Skating Party………………………………...page 7 Multi County Citizenship Trip…………..……………………..page 7 Waterloo Blackhawks 4-H Family Nights …………………...page 8 Healthy and Homemade Workshops………………………...page 9 Calendar of Events…………………………………………...page 10

Chickasaw County 4-H Connection

January 2019

Jaclyn Tweeten 104 E. Main St.

Chickasaw County Extension and Outreach New Hampton, IA

County Youth Coordinator Ph: 641-394-2174

Email: jtweeten@iastate.edu http://www.extension.iastate.edu/chickasaw/4H

Greetings!

Hello 4-Hers and Parents-

Happy New Year to all of you, I hope it is off to a good start. This year will be an exciting year again as we are beginning to prepare for another Fair. Thank you to our volunteers at Beef Weigh-In your help and support is greatly appreciated. Now is the time to get started on your projects along with writing goals. With any questions please contact me in the office. -Jaci

GROWS

2019 IMPORTANT DATES

Clothing and Communication Day April 7th 1– 5 pm

United Methodist Church New Hampton

Chickasaw County 4-H and FFA Achievement

Show July 9

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Iowa State Fair

August 8th –18th

Beef ID’S:

The 4-H market beef weigh-in information has been en-tered in 4-H Online. Please log in to your 4-H Online ac-count and verify by February 1st that all information is entered correctly. No changes can be made after February 1st! Please contact Jaci in the Extension Office with any ques-tions or changes to market beef data.

WANTED: Cover Design for 2019

Chickasaw County Fairbook

Do you have a creative side? Do you like to draw? Or do you like to design on the computer? Then we want you to submit a cover design for the 2019 Chickasaw County Achievement Fairbook! Cover de-sign is due to the Extension Office by February 1st! The winning design will be chosen by the County Council.

Fairbook Cover Guidelines

• 8.5 by 11 Sheet of Paper • Printed on black and white • Should include “2019 Chickasaw County 4-H and

FFA Achievement Show” and the dates of the Fair July 9-15, 2019.

• Should include your name ‘Designed by : ‘

• Should include current theme “Universe of

Possibilities”

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**Reminder Club minutes should be emailed or turned in to the Extension Office after every meeting. ** **Please pay your club dues if you have not already done so.**

Annual 4-H Volunteer Training

The mandatory annual Volunteer Training will be held Tuesday, January 29th at 6:45 pm at the Chickasaw County Extension Office. All club leaders should attend this training. Please RSVP by January 29th by 4:30 pm. If you are unable to come on January 29th, please contact the Extension Office.

Financial Club Packet

All club leaders will be receiving an informational club financial packet in the mail. Please bring this packet along with your questions to the leaders meeting on Tuesday, January 29th. We will have a brief discussion with question and answers for 30 minutes prior to the Annual Volunteer Training.

Sheep and Meat Goat Superintendent Position

We are currently looking for a sheep and meat goat su-perintendent. If you have an interest in working with youth and have a passion for sheep or meat goats, please consider completing an application. 4-H experi-ence is not necessary.

Superintendents attend the Chickasaw County 4-H Live-stock Committee meetings 4-6 times a year and com-municate with Extension staff for livestock rules and re-visions. The superintendent also works with the County Youth Coordinator to determine educational plans with-in the species area. The superintendent must be availa-ble during the Chickasaw County 4-H and FFA Achieve-ment Show July 10th – 15th. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply and should obtain an application from the Chickasaw County Extension Office, or email jtweeten@iastate.edu.

Scholarship Opportunities

DuPont Pioneer Seed Grant for Iowa 4-H Club Community Improvement Projects

The Pioneer Grant is intended to help pay for improvement activities by providing “seed money” needed to make the pro-jects successful. This seed money can range from $50- $500.

Applications for the Pioneer Grants are due January 16th to the Chickasaw County Extension Office and Due to the State 4-H Office by January 30th. For more information visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/pioneergrants

4-H Clubs could use this grant money to fund a community im-provement project of their choice, to make fun activities such as Gaga Ball or Jumbo Jenga that could be used to improve our Chickasaw County Achievement Show. Please contact the Ex-tension Office if you are interested in this opportunity

Iowa 4-H Foundation

Each year the Iowa 4-H Foundation gives out over 90 scholar-ships worth more than $90,000. The various scholarship awards range in amounts from $500 to $10,000. Certain scholarships are open to students pursuing any field of study, while others are open to students pursuing degrees in agriculture, food and nutrition, ag business, animal science, journalism, and STEM related studies. Former and current 4-H members graduating from high school or currently attending college are eligible ap-plicants.

Applications are due by February 1st!

Thiesen’s Scholarship

Through the Iowa 4-H Foundation, Theisen’s is giving away (4) $1,000 scholarships to those who will be pursuing Agriculture or Ag Business degrees and attending an Iowa Community Col-lege or a 4 year College. Applications are due Feb. 1st! If you are interested in applying, please contact the extension office or visit: www.iowa4hfoundation.org.

Hixon Awards Opportunity

The Hixson Opportunity Award is a half-tuition grant (estimated value of more than $15,000 over eight semesters) to be used at Iowa State University. Ideally, recipients will represent each county in the state. If you are a high school senior who demon-strates potential in ways that go beyond class rankings and test scores, you may wish to apply. Application deadline is February 1, 2019. More information can be found at https://www.hixson.dso.iastate.edu/application/online-application-process.

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SAVE THE DATES:

Clothing and Communication Day

What/Who: Are you a 4th– 12th grade 4-Her? Do you like to speak, perform a dance,

sing, give a demonstration, sew or shop for clothes? Then the Clothing and Communica-tions Day is for you. Many different clothing categories to choose from including a $15 Challenge Outfit, purchased garment or sewn outfit. You can also participate in com-

munications activities such as a Working Exhibit (demonstration), Educational Presen-tation on the topic of your choice, Share the Fun, or Extemporaneous Speaking (9th-12

grade only)! Watch for registration details in upcoming newsletters.

When: Sunday, April 7th from 1-5pm

Where: United Methodist Church in New Hampton

Sheep and Market Goat Weigh In

Who: All 4th-12th grade Market Sheep and Market Goat Exhibitors

What: All Market sheep and meat goats that are to be shown at the Chickasaw County

Achievement Show will need to be weighed.

When: Saturday May 4th 8-10 am

Where: New Hampton High School Ag Shop

Subcommittee Help!

Help is needed!! We are looking for both youth and adults to fill four different subcom-

mittees. The subcommittees will plan to meet 2-3 times per year. We would like at

least 3-4 people on each committee. Please contact the Extension Office by January

15th if you are interested.

1) Food at the Fair– plan the food at the Fair and help plan Annual BBQ Event

2) Awards and Record Book Committee– create guidelines for Record Book Awards as

well as County Awards and help plan Fall Awards Program.

3) Fairgrounds and Maintenance Crew– assist with planning, fairground clean up, and

set-up to allow smooth and efficient use of time and resources.

4) Marketing and Publicity– plan and market programs and events related to the 4-H

program, with the goal of increasing 4-H membership.

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Winter Postal Match 2018-2019 Time frame for the winter postal match will be November - March, with a registration deadline on Jan. 31, 2019. Details about registration and scoring can be found at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/shooting-sports-activities-and-events. All leaders and youth competing must read the rules. If there are any questions about these rules contact Patty Gibler, 515-294-5939. National Citizenship Washington Focus Trip

CWF is a 4-H leadership program for high school youth, grades 9-12. Registration is now open for the June 14-22, 2019 trip. Deadline to register is January 15th. Teens from around the country gath-er at the National 4-H Conference Center to learn more about civic engagement and how they can be a strong leader in their community, country, and world. For more information on the National Citizen-ship trip, visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/cwf

Livestock Quiz Bowl

Livestock Quiz Bowl is set for April 13, 2019 at Iowa State Uni-versity. This event is the qualifi-er for the National 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl held during Aksarben each fall. Youth in grades 4-12 may participate and the questions cover beef, goats, sheep, and swine. For more information and study materials, go to https://www.ans.iastate.edu/4-h-beef-blast-0 or contact Amy Powell at ampowell@iastate.edu with ques-tions.

Livestock Judging Coaches Clinic

The Department of Animal Science will be offer-ing a clinic for adults who would like to learn more about how to coach a livestock judging team. The event will be held on April 20, 2019 at Iowa State University. Participants will re-ceive hands-on instruction from the ISU live-stock judging coach and team. With questions, contact Amy Powell at ampowell@iastate.edu

Opportunities Beyond the County

Beef Bonanza

The Northwest Iowa Beef Bonanza is on February 2, 2019 at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg, IA. Partici-pants will learn about calving with the ISU calving simulator, develop skills in judging and scoring cattle, and prepare beef safely. For more information please visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/paloalto/news/2019-nw-iowa-beef-bonanza. Registration due by Janu-ary 24th.

Dubuque County Horse Camp

Get ready for another horse adventure, the Overnight Dubuque County Horse Camp is for those in 4-12th grade held on June 16th-22nd at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds. Campers will need to bring their own horse and will partic-ipate in various daily activities. The application deadline is March 31st. For more information visit http://www.eihpc.com/

2019 Equine Extravaganza

The 2019 Equine Extravaganza will be held March 22-24 at Ellsworth Community Col-lege, Iowa Falls. We all know that having hors-es requires more than riding and jumping! Get motivated to learn more about the science be-hind horses at Equine Extravaganza! It isn't too soon to start gathering a team! If you have nev-er participated before, consider attending this year and observing or jump right in! For more information go to https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/equineextravaganza.

Maize Retreat!

The 2019 Maize Retreat will be held April 13-15, 2019 on the ISU Campus and Clover Woods Camping Center. Youth in grades 8-12 from across Iowa will experience 4-H Healthy Living, STEM, Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Communica-tion and the Arts programs through a Latino and Native American perspective. For more information visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/cyla.

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Leadership Opportunities Available for

Senior Level 4-H Members

National 4-H Conference:

National 4-H Conference is a week-long trip to our nation's

capital happening March 28th—April 2nd. Youth stay at

the National 4-H Center in Chevy Chase, MD with dele-

gates from across the nation. Youth must be in grades 9-

11. Applications are due February 1st.

National 4-H Congress This event is held over the Thanksgiving holiday

November 22-26, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. The event includes

dynamic keynote speakers, community service in the

Atlanta area, workshops on leadership, cultural issues, and

team building. Delegates will also get a chance to tour the

city of Atlanta. Applications are due February 1st.

State 4-H Council:

This group of high school students works directly with Iowa

4-H Youth Development staff to represent the program

across the state. They speak to local 4-H groups, repre-

sent 4-H'ers ideas to staff, and work in committees to plan

the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, 4-H'ers for 4-H campaign,

and 4-H promotional ideas. To apply for State 4-H council,

members must be in grade 10-11. Applications are due by

February 1st.

State Project Awards:

4-H'ers who have focused on specific project areas during

their 4-H experience can apply for recognition for their ef-

forts through this program. Awarded a $100 tentative

award, 4-H'ers who have demonstrated mastery, leader-

ship, communication, and service in their project will be

recognized as the top in the state. 4-H'ers may apply un-

der two project areas -- only one project area per year will

be awarded. 4-Hers must be in grades 9-12. Applications

are due by February 1st.

State 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador Program: The 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador Program is de-

signed to promote 4-H and specifically 4-H Shooting

Sports. Youth selected to serve as Ambassadors will re-

ceive training to become advocates for the program at

county, regional, and state levels. Through the program,

Ambassadors develop their skills in leadership, public

presentation, citizenship, community service, public rela-

tions, and team building. This opportunity is for youth in

grades 9-11. Applications are due by February 1st.

National 4-H Dairy Conference:

The National 4-H Dairy Conference is conducted

through the leadership of 4-H Youth Development,

University of Wisconsin--Extension, World Dairy Ex-

po, in cooperation with the National 4-H Dairy Con-

ference Planning Committee, other friends of 4-H

and the dairy industry. This opportunity is open to all

youth in grades 9-12. Applications due by February

1st.

Iowa 4-H Reporter Program

The Iowa 4-H Reporters is an opportunity for youth

who have an interest in media and the communica-

tions project area. Selected participants will get to

work with professional media mentors from Iowa

Public Television, WHO Radio, and the Iowa News-

paper Association, to develop news media during

two consecutive weekdays of the Iowa State Fair.

Participants will also attend a workshop in mid-July.

Applications are due by February 1st.

For more information on the opportunities visit :

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/page/recognition-opportunities

Teen Leader for National 4-H Native Bee

Challenge

Youth in grades 9th-12th can apply to be teen lead-

ers for the National 4-H Native Bee Challenge. This

is a great opportunity to gain leadership skills for

youth interested in insects, agriculture, conservation,

or horticulture. Youth need to complete this short

online application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/

e/1FAIpQLSdc6_e0NvqY3kgdyuJf0bs_OxOjI0mE9H

ymbDD_7D1TFyeGeA/viewform.

For more information Contact Maya Hayslett at

hayslett@iastate.edu.

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Photography Opportunities for 4-H Members Hands-on Photography Workshop

The Professional Photographers of Iowa Winter Convention hands-on workshop is February 3, 2019, in Ce-

dar Rapids. Learn from professional photographers how to take studio portraits using natural and studio

lighting. To register please visit https://www.ppiowa.com/. Contact Clark Colby at cacolby3@iastate.edu for

more information or questions on the workshop.

National 4-H Photography Summit

Photography is a form of art that is more accessible than ever. The National Youth Summit on photography

brings young people together to engage in a timeless artform in a setting filled with historical architecture,

beautiful landscapes, and more. The National Youth Photography Summit will take place February 28 –

March 3, 2019. For more information visit https://4hcenter.org/tours-programs/national-youth-summits/#!

photography. Or contact Clark Colby at cacolby3@iastate.edu.

Agriculture Opportunities for 4-H Members

World Food Prize

4-H youth participants can register for the the 2019 World Food Prize Iowa Youth Institute on April 29, 2019

at Iowa State University. Registration will open February 7-March 25, 2019. During this daylong event stu-

dents are able to explore majors and careers related to combating global hunger & poverty while also pre-

senting their own ideas and solutions to real-world experts and professionals. More information can be found

at https://www.worldfoodprize.org/en/youth_programs/global_youth_institute/iowa/.

AgOvation

AgOvation is a research-based competition that challenges youth to explore and develop innovative science-

based solutions to agricultural problems that they identify in their own communities. Youth in grades 7

through 12 work in teams of three to five members to develop a project and create a presentation to share

their results, findings and/or created solution/product. Youth work with a team coach and mentor from the

agriculture related field that most closely relates to their project. Youth are also encouraged to connect with

representatives from Iowa State University and the agribusiness community, who are eager to meet and

work with the next generation of leaders in agriculture and STEM (science, technology, engineering and

mathematics).

The top three teams are awarded scholarships for post-secondary education. Registration is open now

through February 28th. For more information and to register please visit https://

www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/agovation.

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Let’s CeLebrate!

To celebrate all of your achievements and to welcome 2019, 4-Hers are invited to a Fun Roller Skating Party!

When: Sunday, January 6th 3:15-5:15 pm

Where: New Hampton Crystal Ball Roller Skating Rink. 1557 Jasper Ave, New Hampton.

Who: All 4-Hers along with their families.

Cost: Free!!

Please RSVP by calling the Extension Office at 641-394-2174 no later than January 4th at 4:30 pm, so we know the number of people that plan to attend.

You are welcome to bring snacks if you would like. Parents, please pick up your children by 5:15 if you plan to drop them off.

Multi County Citizenship Trip

Are you a 7th– 11th grade 4-Her interested in learning about our gov-

ernment in Washington D.C. amd meeting 4-Hers from neighboring

counties? Then we want you to be a part of the Citizenship Trip!

Youth in Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, and Winneshiek Counties have the

opportunity to learn about civic engagement and how to be a strong leader in the communi-

ty and country. This program is a 2 year commitment where youth will meet monthly, visit

the Capital in Des Moines and take part in workshops learning from several experts in the

government field. The highlight of the program is the trip to Washington D.C. in in the spring

of 2020, where the youth will experience all that they learn about and so much more!

If you missed the November kick off meeting, don’t worry, a second kick off meeting will take

place on Thursday January 3rd at 6:30 pm at the Extension Office. We will discuss what the

trip is and ‘What is Citizenship?’ With any questions please contact Jaci in the Extension

Office 641-394-2174.

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February 4th– Lego Club 5 pm Extension Office 5th– Healthy and Homemade Slow Cooker Meals– 5:30-6:30pm Ext Office. 6th– New Hampton Clover Kids—3:30—5:00 pm 12th– Nashua Clover Kids– 3:30– 5:00 pm 14th– Sumner Fredericksburg Clover Kids– 3:30—5:00 pm 18th– Explorers Club, 9-11 am Ext. Office 18th– Youth Development Committee Meeting– 6:30 pm at Extension Office. 24th– Multi County Citizenship Meeting– 2 pm West Union Fairgrounds. March 4th– Lego Club 5 pm Extension Office 6th– New Hampton Clover Kids– 3:30-5:00 pm 11th– Explorers Club, 9-11 am Ext. Office 11th– Youth Development Committee Meeting– 6:30 pm Extension Office 12th– Nashua Clover Kids– 3:30-5:30 pm 14th– Sumner Fredericksburg Clover Kids– 3:30-5 pm

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach does not discriminate on the

basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital

status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation,

socioeconomic status, or status as a U.S. veteran. (Not all prohibited bases

apply to all programs.) Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be

directed to Ross Wilburn,

January

1st– Office Closed 3rd– Citizenship Kick Off Meeting—Extension Office, 6:30 pm 6th– Roller Skating Party at the Crystal Ball Roller Skating Rink– 3:15-5:15 pm. 6th– County Council Meeting 5:30 pm 7th– Lego Club, 5 pm—Extension Office 7th– YDC Meeting—Extension Office, 7 pm 21st– Office Closed– Martin Luther King Day 22nd– Healthy and Homemade– Veg Out– 5:30– 6:30 pm Ex-tension Office. 29th—Healthy and Homemade: Cook Now, Enjoy Later—5:30-6:30 pm—Ext. Office 29th– Leaders Meeting 6:45 pm– Ext. Office 31st—Leaders Meeting Snow Date