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April, 2020
Pepin Pacer
Pepin County 4-H Newsletter Layout and Production by Gwen Prom
Edited by Marie L.B. Ritscher
An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements.
Extension Pepin County Staff
Extension Pepin County conducts educational programs and
provides educational information in 4-H youth development, family living education and agriculture.
Marie L.B. Ritscher 4-H Youth Development and Nutrition Program Educator E-mail: [email protected] Micheal Travis Agriculture Educator E-mail: [email protected] Mary C. Wood Family Living Educator E-mail: [email protected] Gwen Prom Administrative Specialist E-mail: [email protected] Meg Ruff Program Assistant E-mail: [email protected] Tammi Bechel Program Assistant E-mail: [email protected] Address: 740 7th Avenue West PO Box 39 Durand, WI 54736 Phone: 715-672-5214 Extension Pepin County website: http://pepin.extension.edu/ 4-H Online: http://wi.4honline.com/
Every month we will hide a special symbol somewhere in that month’s
Pacer. If you are the first person to call (715) 672-5214 or email
([email protected]) the Extension Pepin County and tell us where
that symbol is found you will win $5 and be named in next month’s
Pepin Pacer as the “4-H Fast Finder”.
Good Luck Hunting! This is this month’s symbol :
Inside this issue:
Calendar 2
COVID-19 3
Membership 5
Camp 6
Kindness Rocks 15
Fair/ Animal 16
Art 20
Horse 20
Activity Page 21
Pepin County 4-H Youth Development
4-Hers are just ordinary people with extraordinary hearts.
They offer the gift of their time to teach, to learn, to help, to inspire,
to build, to grow, to learn. 4-Hers are just ordinary people
who reach out and take a hand and together make a difference
that lasts a lifetime.
Some people wish
it will happen. Some people
wait for it to happen.
4-H people make
it happen.
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CALENDAR
Chippewa 4-H Club
Meets monthly on Sundays
Contact Club Leader for Information
Waubeek Corners 4-H Club
Meets 2nd Monday of the month,
6:00 p.m., Waumandee State
Bank Basement in Durand.
Lima Lads & Lassies 4-H Club
Meets 3rd Sunday of the month.
1:00 p.m., Durand City Hall.
April
1 Project Enrollment Deadline
1 Lets Laugh Zoom
3 Moccasin Making Zoom
8 Safe Cleaning Products Zoom
10 CLOSED
14 SYC Meeting Zoom
15 P/L Federation Mtg Zoom
15 Cheese& Apple Quesadilla Zoom
4-H Fast Finder for the Month: Tracy Moline
Congratulations for being our 4-H Fast Finder this month!
We hope you enjoy the Pepin Pacer !
ATTENTION Marie Ritscher’s daughter, Ali, works at
Froedert/Medical Colleges of Wisconsin. They are in need and are
accepting home sewn face masks. Marie is inviting Pepin County 4-H families to
help her out!
We have the recommended pattern for you to follow. If you need fabric and thread let
Marie know. She has “stock” at her house. Please call ahead to make
arrangements for pick up at her house in Nelson at 715-495-1658 or Gwen, at the
Extension Office in Durand, at 715-672-5214. Be sure to call ahead as the County Government Building has limited public access and the doors are locked.
Marie hopes to send a shipment out next week Wednesday and if needed in the
weeks to follow.
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PLEASE NOTE: ALL IN- PERSON EVENTS THROUGH MAY 15 ARE
POSTPONED OR CANCELLED AT THIS POINT
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Managing Your Personal Financial in Tough Times The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is impacting households, communities and businesses. Here are some common financial challenges as a result of COVID-19 pandemic with the links to government websites and they types of assistance that might be available. https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/covid-19-financial-resources/
Home Alone - Preparing Children for Self-Care This self-study for parents and children help prepare for safely staying home and making a family plan. https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/homealone/
In response to the unprecedented effects of the COVID-19 virus outbreak, UW-Madison
Division of Extension Buffalo and Pepin Counties have temporarily overhauled their service
delivery model. By moving youth development trainings to an online format and preparing
easy-to-use roadmaps for financial assistance, Extension researchers and educators provide
valuable resources at a confusing and concerning time.
Examples of these innovative delivery methods from across the state are being captured on
an online Extension resource (https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/covid19) dedicated to COVID-19
response and include:
• Navigating COVID-19 for small businesses and non-profit organizations
• Helping children feel safe and talking about emotions during scary events
• Virtual meetings and trainings for 4-H youth and clubs
• Food safety and the implications of COVID-19 on grocery stores and takeout
Here are some direct link examples:
Preparing for Coronavirus on Farms The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has brought the need for business continuity planning to the forefront. China’s influence in agriculture is wide-ranging. In the case of the COVID-19 public health situation, there will almost inevitably be some unexpected consequences as supplies become limited or unavailable. https://farms.extension.wisc.edu/coronavirus/
Connection During Social Distancing Physical distancing doesn’t mean isolation https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/news/2020/03/27/social-distancing/
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MEMBERSHIP
SYC Meeting When: April, 14, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm Where: Online Zoom Meeting
Open to all Pepin County 4-H members in 7th grade and older.
4-H Parent/ Leader Federation Meeting
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
6:00 pm
Online Zoom Meeting
ALL Pepin County 4-H Parents, Leaders, and Youth Leaders are welcome to attend the
Parent/Leaders Federation Meetings. Decisions are made at these meetings which affect all members
and parents within our 4-H organization. Meetings are held every other month, normally at the
Extension Office in Durand. Take part in determining the Pepin County 4-H programs and activities.
Your voice will be heard.
4-H Projects Climbing to New Heights?
One advantage of social distancing is that it provides extra time to develop
your 4-H project skills. Just think of all the things you can accomplish!
Hopefully the Fair will be packed full with Pepin County Exhibits this year!
Let us know how things are progressing. Submit your photos/messages to
[email protected] so we can share this in our Pepin Pacer!
The 2020 Wisconsin Towns Association Scholarship
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:
“What Strategies Can Wisconsin Use to Recruit and Retain Fire and EMS Volunteers?”
For more information see the website at http://wisctowns.com/scholarship-program
The deadline for submissions is May 29, 2020.
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We are continuing to move forward with planning for 4-H Camp
Kinnissippewa. All deadlines have been extended and late fees are waived.
Availability remains on the first come basis so you are encouraged to register
as soon as possible. If camp is cancelled, payments will be refunded. We will
keep you posted with any changes as it gets closer to the date.
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Check your email weekly for each week’s e-learning opportunities! All of these opportunities
are geared toward youth learners, and you can learn with us via Zoom. Simply click the links
that are provided for up to 10-minutes before the session begins to join us!
For Example this weeks’ was:
3/30, 7:30pm – Caring for Baby Chicks https://uwextension.zoom.us/j/147884926
3/31, 4:00pm – Photography – Beginner Composition https://uwextension.zoom.us/
j/308726945
4/1, 3:00pm – Let’s Laugh Together… Featuring You! https://zoom.us/j/510607147
4/3, 11:00am – Moccasin Making https://uwextension.zoom.us/j/505727488
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Rock Label:
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Animal Project
All 4-H members must identify all their animals on 4-HOnline by May 1, 2020.
Species include: Beef, Dairy, Goats, Horses, Llama/Alpacas, Poultry, Rabbits,
Sheep, Swine, Cats, and Dogs. New this year Exhibitors will upload their
Swine identification photos onto 4-HOnline, Horse Exhibitors may upload their
Coggins, Dairy Exhibitors can upload their registry documentation, and
Poultry Exhibitors may upload their NPIP or DATCP Certificates on 4-HOnline
as well.
See our website for 4HOnline Member Animal Identification Instructions
2020 Buffalo County Fair:
Thursday, July 30, 2020 - Sunday, August 2, 2020
Theme: Blue Jeans & Country Dreams
2020 Fairbook:
https://pepin.extension.wisc.edu/4-h-youth-development/pepin-county-fair/
Pepin County Dairy Breakfast
June 20, 2020
Looking for Ice Cream Scoopers for this event.
Please contact Wendy Brantner ( 715-672-5631)
or Extension (715-672-5214)
Makena Moline - April 7 - Chippewa 4-H Club
Jodi Vetterkind - April 10 - Lima Lads & Lassies 4-H Club
Briar Schantner - April 11 - Lima Lads & Lassies
Jaden Riesgraf - April 14 - Chippewa 4-H Club
Dominic Moline - April 14 - Chippewa 4-H Club
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All animal exhibitors, with the exception of Cats & Dogs, must complete the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) each year. Exhibitors have the option to complete the training online.
https://yqca.learngrow.io/Account/Login
Wisconsin State Fair and other national exhibitions will require certification in YQCA for participation in events. The training must be completed by July 1.
Pen of 3 Competition September 13, 2020
Jefferson Co. Fairgrounds
The Pen of 3 would like to invite Wisconsin 4-H Clubs and Sheep Production leaders to participate in this unique educational experience held during the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival. 4-H youth and volunteers can learn how Sheep Producers have a Pen of 3 lambs judged both live and indexing measurements taken after har-vest to determine loin eye, back fat, and leg score to assist producers with Genetic, Breeding and Feeding deci-sions for their respective flocks. During the live Judging, an actual lamb buyer will be available to answer ques-tions regarding factors important for placing, purchasing, and transport of lambs. Sheep Producers partici-pating in the event will be on hand to discuss their sheep, the breed, feeding, care, and their views regarding this reality-based competition.
Participation by the public is encouraged for this Event. Interested Festival goers can place pens according to their preference and also try to guess the loin eye size of a lamb of their choice. Results of this portion of the Event will be posted in the online version of the Wisconsin shepherd and on the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool website.
Meat Animal Additional Educational Experience due July 24th. Online opportunities for completing the Additional Educational Experience are available
at https://buffalo.extension.wisc.edu/4hyd/4h/member/meatanimal/
After completing the Meat Animal Additional Educational experience, click on the following link to access the Google Form to complete your additional educational requirement form: https://goo.gl/forms/HwJDXZNBd4BesxjB2
During the month of April YQCA will be offering web-based trainings for $9, instead of $12.
Those wishing to take part in the flash sale will need to purchase $9 web-based training coupons from YQCA. Coupon order form link is attached. There is a memo that explains the details step by step. Once the order form and proof of payment is received, coupons will be issued and returned to the purchaser within 3-5 business days. This flash sale will be offered in April only. If states/instructors would prefer to see if travel and gathering bans are lifted and instructor-led trainings are able to take place, that is their choice. However, if bans are not lifted and instructor-led trainings can’t be held, full-priced, web-based trainings will be the only option.
HORSE
4-H Horse Association Handbook
The 4-H Horse Association Handbook has now been updated for 2020!
The Horse Handbook is located at
http://fyi.uwex.edu/wi4haganimalscience/wi-4-h-horse-assn-handbook/
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Would you like to be involved in conversations about art,
community, future careers, and more? 'Art Lab Extended'
provides an opportunity for older youth and adults all across
Wisconsin to learn about art through monthly video
conferences. Here are the upcoming topics:
Art with Community Impact -April 23rd, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Careers in Art -May 21st, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Join in at this Zoom Meeting link: https://uwextension.zoom.us/j/320877803
OR join by phone: +1 646 558 8656 US (Meeting ID: 320 877 803)
ART
SHOW ANIMAL SALES FOLLOW THE “SAFER AT HOME ORDER”
At the direction of Gov. Tony Evers, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on
March 24 issued an emergency order closing all nonessential businesses and operations. The Safer
at Home order has prompted some questions about what types of businesses are considered
“essential.” Among the questions: Are show pig sales, or other sales of animals intended for show,
considered “essential” under the Safer at Home order?
No. While the emergency order did not list show animal sales, the Wisconsin Economic Development
Corporation (WEDC) has indicated that they are considered nonessential services. For more
information, please visit the WEDC website at https://wedc.org/essentialbusiness/. The site includes
a form for anyone who has additional questions about their business’ designation. This will not alter
the Division of Animal Health’s activities regarding importation of animals, or the requirements
outlined in ATCP 10.
The Safer at Home order is in effect until 8 a.m. on Friday, April 24 or until a superseding order is
issued.
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Activity Page
Pepin County Extension
740 7th Ave W
PO Box 39
Durand WI 54736
University of Wisconsin-Extension Provides
Equal Opportunities in Employment and Programming
Including Title IX Requirements.
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