Upcoming Events & Deadlines Horse Validation .................................... May 1

Roundup Registration Deadline .......... May 11

County Council Mtg ............................. May 15

4-H State Roundup ....................... June 11-15

Recordbooks Due .............................. June 15

Council Scholarships Due .................. June 15

Award Applications Due ..................... June 15

District 11 Leader Lab ................... June 19-20

Steer Validation .................................. June 28

District 11 Jr Leader Lab ..................... July 10

Award Interviews ................................. July 12

Senior Trip ..................................... July 15-18

Achievement Night Banquet .......... August 25

San Patricio County 219 N. Vineyard, Sinton, Texas 78387

361/364-6234 « 361/364-6237 fax sanpatri@ag.tamu.edu

http://sanpatricio.agrilife.org

Meat sticks are still available! Flavors: Turkey, Beef,

Jalapeno & Sweet & Spicy New low price of only

$3.00 a pack Come by the extension office to

pick up yours!

We left Ryanne Koether off of the winner’s list from the

Houston Livestock Show in last month’s newsletter!

Ryanne placed 36th with her Turkey and made the auction.

Congratulations Ryanne! The Extension Office will be

closed Monday, May 28, 2012

in observance of Memorial Day.

Mark your calendar! 4-H Achievement Night

Saturday, August 25, 2012

If your address changes, PLEASE correct it on 4-H Connect: https://texas.4honline.com.

The address needs to be corrected on the family profile AND in each individual’s profile. The labels for the newsletter and other miscellaneous mailings are generated by the information entered by you or your family. Don’t risk missing out on the monthly 4-H newsletter or other important mailings!

4-H Club Meeting Schedule

Rockin’ O ............................................... ……………May 6 San Pat Horse..................................... …………...May 7 Gregory-Portland ....................................... May 7 Homegrown ....................................................... May 4 Portland ................................................. …………...May 13 Mathis ..................................................... …………...May 14 Taft.............................................................. …………...May 14 Aransas Pass ..................................... …………...May 12 San Pat Blue Ribbon .............. …………...May 20 West Sinton ..................................... …………...May 20

TEXAS 4-H AGE CATEGORIES (9-1-11 through 8-31-12)

Clover Kids: 5 thru 8 (in kinder through 2nd grade)

Juniors: 8 & in 3rd grade, 9, 10 on Aug. 31, 2011

Intermediates: 11, 12, 13 as of Aug. 31, 2011

Seniors: 14,15, 16, 17 18 as of Aug. 31, 2011

ADULT VOLUNTEER

BACKGROUND CHECK To protect our 4-H members, the Texas 4-H Program administers an adult screening program. This screening is conducted every 3 years. All adults who will be working directly with youth (other than their own children) must complete the adult registration form on 4-H Connect to be screened. Once their registration has been approved from the State office, then we can certify those adults as San Patricio County volunteers. Only those adults who have been screened and cleared through YPS will have the privilege of working with 4-H members. There is a $10 fee for each adult who will be screened. Checks need to be made out to San Patricio 4-H Council and mailed to the Extension Office. Once a check has been received by the office, the office will mail off for the screening to be completed.

If you are not receiving e-mails

from the Extension Office, please call the office to

give us your correct address.

To  be  eligible  to  compete  in  the A&H  Show  in  any  division, (including Homemaking)  you must attend  at  least  60%  of  club 

meetings.  Attendance for the 2013 Show started in  January,  2012.    You  must  also  meet  UIL academic  eligibility  requirements  by  passing  all of your classes.   

4-H County Council Meeting

May 15

At the County Extension Office

at 6:00 pm

You can email your club news to the following address: sanpatri@ag.tamu.edu

APRIL NEWS Homegrown 4-H ............................ McKenna Miller Meeting was called to order. Miles Miller led the Pledges/Motto. Ryan Stark read Proverbs 16:19-20 for our bible verse. He also led a prayer. McKenna Miller did roll call and reviewed the minutes. For this meeting we had an open house. We had two new families come to our meeting. We introduced ourselves, talked about our 4-H experiences, and answered any of their questions. We hope these families will join our club in the fall. We also were excited to announce we raised 267 dollars from our fundraiser. We then dismissed the meeting for snacks. Taft 4-H ............................................. Allison Vanecek Kelsey Robinette called the meeting to order on April 9th. Trinity O’Brien led the Pledge of Allegiance, Taylor O’Brien led the 4-H Motto and 4-H Pledge and Kora Lopez led the 4-H Prayer. Corinna Mendez called roll and read the minutes of the last meeting. Andy Polasek gave the Treasure’s report. Corinna Mendez gave the Homemaking report. Hailey Robinette gave the County Council report. Money was given to members who had not received their money from the show. New business was then discussed, we voted on whether or not we were going to get pizza for our next meeting and we discussed upcoming officer elections. Ingleside 4-H ........................................... Katie Lopez The April 15Th 4-H meeting began as Collin Lopez called the meeting to order and recited the Pledge Of Allegiance. Kellie Lopez led the 4-H pledge and Dylan Lopez led the motto. Mr. Polasek led the prayer. Katie Lopez read the minutes and Dylan Lopez read the treasury report. For new business, the club discussed Bi-law changes for other new members joining the club, Kellie Lopez motioned for setting aside the matter until our next August meeting and Lauren Polasek seconded the motion. Collin Lopez called attention to all steer owners that steer tags were due soon and to remember to enroll on 4H-Connect in August to resume their 4-H membership. Moving on to old business, Dylan Lopez, Kellie Lopez, Kaylie Lopez and Kesney Dunlevy received booster club checks for their hard work and dedication to their animal projects. Collin Lopez asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting and Kellie Lopez made the motion and Dylan Lopez 2ND it. The meeting ended with Collin Lopez saying that 4-H has been a lot of hard work over the years and it has taught him many lessons. He is one of our three graduating seniors. Since this was our last meeting for the 4-H year, we held elections. We would like to congratulate Kellie Lopez, our new president, Dylan Lopez, our new vice president, our secretary and reporter is Katie Lopez, Treasurer, Kaylie Lopez, Historian/Photographer, Ashton Kinman and county council delegate, Lauren Polasek. We congratulate you all! We then had a BBQ dinner provided by the booster club and parents! Have a great summer!!!

2012 State 4-H Dog Show July 13-15

Conroe, Texas

The Texas 4-H Dog Show has been a great success for 40 years! Competitors from all over the state, ranging in age from 8 to 18. All breeds, including mixed, are welcome to compete after they have met the minimum requirements. Dog and 4-H member teams can compete in five different classes, such as: obedience or rally, conformation, showmanship, drill team, and/or costume.

For more information go to http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/show

You can email your club news to the following address: sanpatri@ag.tamu.edu

APRIL NEWS Blue Ribbon 4-H .............................. Megan Frerich San Patricio Blue Ribbon 4-H Club was called to order by Tiffani Jurach on April 15 at 4:00 pm. Allison Surginer, secretary, called roll. Chase Jurach, Treasurer, gave the club's balance. Elections of officers were selected for next year: President-McKenzie Isreal, Vice President-Clayton Surginer, Secretary-Megan Frerich, Treasurer-Hannah Curry, Reporter-Gwen Hartung, Council Delegate- Parker Seago, Alternate Delegate-Chase Jurach, Historian-Jensen Hunt, Parliamentarian-Trent Wiese.

Connie Seago made announcements about the the upcoming BBQ cook-off and Dance fundraiser hosted by the Sinton A&H Booster Club. Members were asked to donate items for the raffle. The club voted to host an end of year swim party. Dates of availability will be checked. Tiffani discussed upcoming events found in the newsletter. The club also voted to present the graduating senior with a gift at the next 4-H meeting. Meeting was adjourned.

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4-H County Council Mtg

June 2012 Recordbooks due - June 15 Award Applications Due - June 15 Council Scholarships Due - June 15 Steer Validation - June 28 Award Interviews - July 12

Horse Validation Deadline

The San Patricio County 4-H Newsletter is online at 4-H

Connect. Go to http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/

and log in to your family profile.

VALIDATION SCHEDULE FOR 2012

STEERS: June 28 5:00 - 8:00 pm

CARCASS STEERS: TBA

REGISTERED HEIFERS: Before Nov. 1st

NON-REGISTERED HEIFERS: October 20

PEN of 3 HEIFERS: TBA

GOATS: October 20 8:00 - 10:00 am

SHEEP: October 20 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

HOGS: November 19, 20, 21

Rabbits: TBA

Horse: 90 days prior to show

► Record book forms available from the Extension Office.

► 4-H Council Scholarship Applications due June 15, 2012. Details of scholarship are attached.

► 4-H Award Applications due June 15. Details of Awards & Opportunities are attached.

► Record book covers are also available at the County Extension office. Cost for each cover is $3.00.

All forms can be found online at: http://san-patricio-tx.tamu.edu

RECORD BOOKS DEADLINE: JUNE 15, 3:00 pm

MUST BE COMPLETED!

AWARD INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 12

STARTING AT 3:00 PM.

Congratulations to all graduating Seniors! Ariana Barajas Samantha Boone Cooper Brown Lauren Brunner

Brian Campion Blayne Fessenden McKenna Fleck Jennifer Garcia

Tiffani Jurach Collin Lopez Krystal Martin Chelsea Martino

Cody Nedbalek Mikayla Picha Andrew Polasek Michael Polasek

Marina Rivera Hailey Robinette Priscilla Rodriguez Celeste Schmidt

Mathew Schwenke Kobi Sliva Hunter Sorrells Emily Stroman

Hunter Teel Brette Threadgill Jared Ulch Trent Williams

Taylor Wyatt

COUNTY RESULTS Juniors

Animals-Domestic Eddie Garza ................................................................. 1st Place Emma Garza ........................................................... Blue Ribbon Emery Shelburne ...................................................... Red Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon

Animals-Wildlife Emily Beauchamp ........................................................ 1st Place Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Emma Garza—Bird .................................................. Red Ribbon Eddie Garza ............................................................. Red Ribbon

Catch All Alison Smallwood ......................................................... 1st Place Eddie Garza ............................................................ Blue Ribbon Emma Garza ............................................................ Red Ribbon

Details/Macro Emma Garza ................................................................ 1st Place Eddie Garza ............................................................. Red Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon

Dominant Color Eddie Garza ................................................................. 1st Place Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Emma Garza ............................................................ Red Ribbon

Element of Design Emma Garza ................................................................ 1st Place Alison Smallwood .................................................... Blue Ribbon Emily Beauchamp ................................................... Blue Ribbon Eddie Garza ............................................................ Blue Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon

Food Emma Garza ................................................................ 1st Place Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon

Marine Aquatic Emma Garza ................................................................ 1st Place Eddie Garza ............................................................ Blue Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Jacqueline Gonce ..................................................... Red Ribbon

Nature and Landscape Eddie Garza ................................................................. 1st Place Alison Smallwood ..................................................... Red Ribbon Emma Garza ............................................................ Red Ribbon

People Alison Smallwood ......................................................... 1st Place Alison Smallwood .................................................... Blue Ribbon Emma Garza ............................................................ Red Ribbon Emma Garza ............................................................ Red Ribbon

Plant/Flora Eddie Garza ............................................................... 1st Place Jazzmyn Shelburne ................................................ Red Ribbon Alison Smallwood ................................................... Red Ribbon Emma Garza .......................................................... Red Ribbon

Intermediates

Animals—Domestic Tanner Hogue .............................................................. 1st Place

Catch All Jared Cullison ............................................................... 1st Place

Intermediates (Cont’d)

Elements of Design Jared Cullison ............................................................... 1st Place

Nature and Landscape Joey Rodriguez ............................................................. 1st Place Jared Cullison ........................................................... Red Ribbon Jared Cullison ........................................................... Red Ribbon

Plant/Flora Jared Cullison ............................................................... 1st Place

Seniors Animals—Domestic

Allison Vanecek ............................................................ 1st Place Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ........................................................ Red Ribbon

Animals—Wildlife Corinna Mendez ........................................................... 1st Place Corinna Mendez ...................................................... Blue Ribbon Corinna Mendez ...................................................... Blue Ribbon Corinna Mendez ...................................................... Blue Ribbon Corinna Mendez ....................................................... Red Ribbon Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ........................................................ Red Ribbon

Catch All Cody Nedbalek ............................................................. 1st Place Corinna Mendez ...................................................... Blue Ribbon

Details& Macro Anna Guettler—Picnic Table ........................................ 1st Place

Digital Darkroom Corinna Mendez ........................................................... 1st Place

Elements of Design Allison Vanecek ............................................................ 1st Place Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Corinna Mendez ...................................................... Blue Ribbon

Food Corinna Mendez ........................................................... 1st Place Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ........................................................ Red Ribbon

Marine Aquatic Corinna Mendez ........................................................... 1st Place

Nature and Landscape Cody Nedbalek ............................................................. 1st Place Daniel Cullison ......................................................... Blue Ribbon Cody Nedbalek ........................................................ Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Daniel Cullison .......................................................... Red Ribbon

Night Photography Allison Vanecek ............................................................ 1st Place Allison Vanecek ........................................................ Red Ribbon

People Terra Hogue .................................................................. 1st Place Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon

Plant/Flora Daniel Cullison .............................................................. 1st Place Daniel Cullison ......................................................... Blue Ribbon Allison Vanecek ....................................................... Blue Ribbon Corinna Mendez ....................................................... Red Ribbon

Theme Allison Vanecek ............................................................ 1st Place

Best Junior

Eddie Garza ................................................... Nature & Landscape

Best Intermediate

Joey Rodriguez .............................................. Nature & Landscape

Best Senior

Allison Vanecek ......................................... Night Photography

Best in Show

Allison Vanecek .......................... Night Photography

DISTRICT RESULTS Junior Division

Emma Garza ........................................ Marine Aquatic, 2nd place

Emma Garza ............................... Elements of Design, blue ribbon

Emma Garza ..................................... Details & Macro, blue ribbon

Emma Garza ...................................................... Food, blue ribbon

Emma Garza ..................................... Digital Darkroom, red ribbon

Alison Smallwood ............................................ People, blue ribbon

Alison Smallwood ......................................... Catch All, blue ribbon

Emily Beauchamp.............................. Animals-Wildlife, blue ribbon

Eddie Garza .....................................Night Photography, 2nd place

Eddie Garza ................................... Animals-Domestic, blue ribbon

Eddie Garza ............................................... Plant/Flora, blue ribbon

Eddie Garza .......................................... Theme-Trains, blue ribbon

Eddie Garza ....................................... Dominant Color, blue ribbon

Eddie Garza ................................. Nature & Landscape, red ribbon

 

 

 

 

March 10 

State Champion Recurve Junior Megan Frerich 

 State Champion Runner Up Barebow Intermediate 

Mikaela Barlow  

5th place Junior Barebow Mason Tannehill 

 6th place Compound Intermediate 

Tristan Frerich 

CONTEST RESULTS County & District

County Fashion Show

Construction Division Junior—Casual

Alison Smallwood, Portland 4-H ------- 1st place Jacqueline Gonce, Taft 4-H ------------ 2nd place

Senior—Casual Terra Hogue, Mathis 4-H ---------------- 1st place

Senior—Formal Corinna Mendez, Taft 4-H --------------- 1st place

Buying Division

Junior—Dressy Megan Frerich, Blue Ribbon 4-H ------ 1st place

Intermediate—Specialty Tristan Frerich, Blue Ribbon 4-H------ 1st place

Intermediate—Dressy Jared Cullison, Taft 4-H ------------------ 1st place

Senior—Dressy Daniel Cullison, Taft 4-H ---------------- 1st place

District Fashion Show

Construction Division Junior—Casual

Alison Smallwood, Portland 4-H - Blue Ribbon Jacqueline Gonce, Taft 4-H -------- Blue Ribbon

Senior—Casual Terra Hogue, Mathis 4-H --------------- 3rd place

Senior—Formal Corinna Mendez, Taft 4-H --------------- 1st place

Buying Division

Intermediate—Specialty Tristan Frerich, Blue Ribbon 4-H ------ 1st place

Intermediate—Dressy Jared Cullison, Taft 4-H ------------------ 1st place

Senior—Dressy Daniel Cullison, Taft 4-H---------------- 3rd place Storyboard Division Alison Smallwood, Portland 4-H ------ 3rd place

WANT SOMETHING COOL TO DO THIS SUMMER?

Prime Time 2012- This camp is designed especially for youth in grades 2-5 with opportunities to meet new friends, develop new skills, and learn how to work with

others.

Two sessions of Prime Time ’11 are scheduled. Prime Time I - July 22-25, 2012 - grades 5-8

Prime Time II - July 25-28, 2011– grades 2-5 The total early registration fee for participants is $225.00 for the 3 night, 4 day event. Discount for registering by June 14. 4-H membership is NOT required to participate in any camp. This cost covers all meals, lodging, refreshments, health care services, facility and programming fees. To register go to: http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu. The 4-H Center is a fully accredited ACA (American Camping Association) facility and boasts modern, air conditioned dorms, full service dining hall and other amenities.

The Medical, Activity, Safety and Health Camp provides an opportunity for youth to learn about nutrition, physical activity, health and safety, as well as explore a variety of careers

available in the

health education field.

The three-day, two-night camp will be conducted at

Texas A&M University in College Station,

June 27-29.

The camp is open to any youth in Texas that is in the 7th thru 11th grades

Camp will allow participants to: *Discover career opportunities in the areas of medicine, health and safety, and

nutrition*Learn about sports training and nutrition for athletes*Practice skills and techniques used by medical professionals*Learn about veterinary professional careers*Experience

careers of first responders*Gain knowledge of nutrition and healthy living, all while having fun*Acquire knowledge of higher education opportunities at

Texas A&M University

For more info go to : http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/healthy_lifestyles

Horizons Camp 2012 July 3-7, 2012

Camp for Youth 4th –8th grade Early registration, March 1—June 14 $275

What is Horizons?

Horizons is a camp featuring six different 4-H project learning programs. Each participant will select from one of the six programs to be offered. These include: robotics, culinary arts, clothing & textiles, dog project, natural resources and creative leadership. It will also include many of the fun activities you have come to enjoy at the 4-H Center, such as dancing, swimming and lots more.

Registration covers all meals, lodging, refreshments, health care services, facility and programming fees for the 4 night, 5 day event. Registrations accepted on a first come first served basis until the camp is filled. Youth are assigned to dormitories with other youth from their county; youth may request a dorm roommate during the registration process.

Register at texas4hcenter.tamu.edu - Youth and Programs link.

Howard College Goat & Lamb Camp Goat Camp: June 3, 4 & 5, 2012

Lamb Camp: June 10, 11 & 12, 2012

Howard College Agriculture Dept.

Fee: $85.00 per person for meals and awards. Each entrant will receive a camp cap or tee shirt. Camp participants must be nine years old or entering the third grade.

DEADLINE: Only the first 200 Paid Entries will be Accepted - Get them in early! No Refunds after May 1st. Participants should make reservations at the area hotel of their choice. Adult supervision required.

Information and Registration forms for the above camps are available at the Extension Office or you can go to:

http://www.howardcollege.edu/

2012 AGGIELAND Lamb & Goat Camp

A three day program dedicated to teaching parents and students the fundamentals of feeding, nutrition, health, facilities, selection and showmanship!

Lamb Camp: July 20-22, 2012 Goat Camp: July 27-29, 2012

Ages 8 years old and older.

Registration must be completed online at: http://animalscience.tamu.edu/academics/sheep-goats/

sheep-center/youth-camps/index.htm

DISTRICT 11 4-H LEADERSHIP LAB

June 19-21, 2012

Cooper Farm Ledbetter, TX

Lab is designed to equip participants with programs that can be replicated in the county and to allow the District 11 4-H Council to hold an annual meeting to conduct needed business for the year and elect officers.

The age requirement is

13-17 as of June 1, 2012.

The fee is TBA.

Adult leaders are encouraged to attend.

4-H connect deadline is May 28.

No late entries will be accepted.

District 11 Junior Leadership Lab

July 10, 2012

Rockport Beach

All 4-H’ers 9 to 13 years old are encouraged to attend this

Fun Filled event!

The fee is $30 for ALL youth participants. $15 for adults, parents, agents and teen

leaders wanting a JR. Leader T-shirt.

Free for adults, parents, agents and teen leaders not wanting a JR. Leader T-shirt.

4-H CONNECT Registration: closes June 18, 2012

Make sure to read next month’s

newsletter for more information.

ADRIAN’SCORNER

Ifanybodyneedshelpfindingsheepandgoatprojects,calltheofficetoletmeknow.Iwillbedrivingthecountrylookingforanimals.

AdrianArredondoCountyExtensionAgent4‐H&YouthDevelopmentSanPatricioCounty

Archery &

Rifle Teams

PRELIMINARY State Information

May 1st registration will be opened for 2012 Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Championships on 4-H Connect. If you are interested in attending the State Games or have any questions, please call Staci Frerich for archery (361) 290-0988 or Karl Unruh for rifle (361) 215-6498.

58th Annual Youth Range Workshop June 24-29, 2012

Texas Tech University Junction Campus

This workshop is for youths at least 14 years of age and have finished 8th grade but not finished high school. The workshop is structured to provide critical knowledge in the areas of stewardship, rangeland ecology, plant species & growth, watershed management, range livestock & wildlife needs and many more hands on activities. Applications or more i n f o r m a t i o n c a n b e f o u n d a t www.rangelands.org/texas/youtheducation.htm or at the Extension Office.

$10,000 Scholarship Opportunity

2012 Texas High School Graduating Seniors

Design a poster to be used in the fight against underage drinking.

Winning Poster Must Convey the message or theme: “If you are under 21, it’s illegal to consume or purchase alcoholic beverages in Texas.”

More information can be found at the Extension Office or online at:

http://www.texashospitalityassociation.com/

1. Application completed and returned to the San Patricio County Extension Office by June 15, 2012. 2. Record Book completed and turned in to the San Patricio County Extension Office by June 15, 2012. 3. Must be an active 4-H member until end of senior year. Club attendance will be checked and applicant

must have a minimum of 3 present for the January-May meetings of senior year. 4. Applicants must participate in an interview scheduled for July 12, 2012. 5. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

a prominent person in the community; your 4-H leader; and your High School Principal, Counselor or Teacher

Gold Star Award The Gold Star Award is the highest award a 4-H’er can receive at the County level. It is given only one time to a 4-H’er. The purpose of the achievement is to recognize outstanding leadership and contribution to the County 4-H program. To be eligible, one must meet these requirements:

► Be a senior 4-H club member (15-19 years old, age at time of application) ► Must have completed at least three years of 4-H club work including the current year ► Must be an active 4-H member during the current year ► Must submit a record book ► Must submit an Awards Application Form with the record book ► Must complete an interview

Silver Star Award The Silver Star Award is equivalent to the Gold Star but will be awarded to an intermediate aged 4-H member (11-13 years old, age as of Aug. 31, 2011). The requirements are the same as above.

Bronze Star Award The Bronze Star Award is equivalent to the Silver and Gold Star but will be awarded to a junior aged 4-H member (8-10 years old, age as of Aug. 31, 2011). The requirements are the same as above except the member must have two or more years in the 4-H program.

Rookie Girl and Rookie Boy Award This award will go to first year 4-H members based on involvement in club and project work. Member must submit a record book for competition and complete an interview to be eligible. Juniors, intermediates, and senior members are eligible.

“I Dare You” Award This award will go to 4-H members based on their leadership and commitment to community service. Member must submit a record book for competition and complete an interview to be eligible. Any youth between the ages 15-18 who have completed their freshman year in high school is eligible.

County Medals Every member who completes a record book for competition will be awarded a county medal. A 4-H club member must meet these requirements:

(a) Members must be currently enrolled in 4-H Club work (b) Attend at least 75% of the regular 4-H meeting (c) Must have a project (d) Participate in 4-H club activities (e) Complete his or her record on respective project and turn in a complete record book into the

County Extension office for County Record Book Competition. Incentive Awards 4-H’ers must carry the same project 2 years to be eligible for an incentive award. These winners will be determined by their growth, leadership and development as shown in the record. A 4-H’er can only receive an incentive award one time in one particular project. A 4-H Club member to be eligible to receive the 4-H Incentive Award must meet these requirements:

(a) Members must be currently enrolled in 4-H Club work (b) Attend at least 75% of the regular 4-H meeting (c) Must have a project (d) Participate in 4-H club activities (e) Complete his or her record on respective project and turn in a complete record book into the

County Extension office for County Record Book Competition. Incentive trophies will be divided into two groupings - General and Specific General Trophies:

1. Agricultural Science - to include two agricultural projects. The following record book categories will apply: Gardening and Horticulture, Plant and Soil Science, Conservation of Natural Resources, Entomology, Range Management

2. Leadership - to include a variety of leadership experiences including: elected/appointed, promotional and volunteer leadership. Member must also be active in club and project work.

Specific Trophies Beef Sheep Goat Swine Poultry Horse Rabbit Clothing Food & Nutrition Photography Leadership Veterinary Science Environment and Earth Sciences (to include Wildlife, Shooting Sports and Horticulture) Open Category Trophy* * The Open Category Trophy will be given to a member who has completed a record book in an area other than those listed above. You may win the open category trophy more than once provided it is in different project areas.

REMEMBER . . .

You must complete a record book to be eligible for these awards!