Wow, what a whirl wind year it was… we are now in 2018, hopefully you all had the opportunity to spend time with family and friends through the holidays. Now that you have had a chance to relax and reflect on your successes of 2017, it is time to start making those goals for the New Year. Yes that is right, time to get busy planning 2018 and creating opportunity for even more success in the New Year!

4-H has some fun and educational activities that are just around the corner. High Desert Leadership Retreat will take place this month where youth participants will have a chance to meet new friends while learning leadership skills. This annual event that takes place over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. Youth that signed up will be receiving an email from me this week with important information so make sure you look at your email. Another event that is coming up and will be here sooner than later is Camp Tumbleweed. This is our annual camp for 4-6 grade youth. This year we had to make some changes to camp due to some contract issues. We are excited to announce that we moved to Camp Tadmor near Sweet Home. Stay tuned for more information soon.

Congratulations to all the award winners for their accomplishments throughout the year. With the state volleyball tournament going on at the same time as recognition night we were left with many record books and awards that still need picked up. If you have not picked up your book please do so soon it will help us get organized for the New Year. There are also awards that need picked up as well make sure you look through the newsletter to see if you are one that needs to stop by. I want to thank everyone for helping with recognition night it was a success. A huge thank you to Joe Davis and Black Bear Diner, I also want to thank RAPA for allowing us to have the event at their location. We would not be able to do the things we do without all the support from our local businesses.

As we begin 2018, I want to thank all of the individuals that make Jefferson County 4-H tick month to month. A big thank you to the Jefferson County 4-H board members for helping keep us on track each month, by paying the bills and supporting the fund raising efforts throughout the year. Also, to our club leaders that make sure the youth in the program are receiving the information they need to be successful throughout the year. Jefferson County 4-H is a great program because of the countless hours and shared expertise of all of our volunteers and I want to thank you all for a great 2017.

Just a quick reminder for those re-enrolling (returning members) in 4-H the deadline is quickly approaching. All enrollments are online this year and need to be processed no later than January 15, 2018. If you have questions about online enrollment and payment please call the office. ****(Please refer to page 2 for very important enrollment information.)

Good luck with your goal planning, your goals could include 4-H requirements completed on time. Remember long and short term goals are good to have. I look forward to seeing you at upcoming events… Until Next Time Jon

Inside this Issue:

Calendar of Events…………….….....…2 Important enrollment information! Important Reminders………….............3 Recognition Night Information……....4-5 4-H Classes offered and Camp Tumbleweed.…..………………..6 High Desert Leadership Retreat..…….7 4-H Mission Statement and Office Information……………………...8

OSU JEFFERSON COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H PROGRAM

JEFFERSON COUNTY 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT NEWSLETTER

January February 2018 Volume 37 Issue 1

January 2018

9 4-H Committee Meetings, Horse 6:30 p.m., Livestock, 7:00 p.m. 12-15 High Desert Leadership Retreat, Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond, OR 15 4-H Association Meeting, 700 p.m.

February 2018

1 Camp Tumbleweed registration opens, see page 6 7-8 Jefferson County Farm Fair and Trade Show, Jeff, Co. Fair Complex 10 Tri-County Idea Fair, Deschutes County Fairgrounds 13 4-H Committee Meetings, Horse 6:30 p.m., Livestock, 7:00 p.m. 19 4-H Association Meeting, 700 p.m. 21 4-H Record Book Training, 6:30 p.m.

Calendar of Events for 2017/2018 4-H Year This calendar will be updated as events are added or deleted

March 2018

10 Origami Class at COARC 13 4-H Committee Meetings, Horse 6:30 p.m., Livestock, 7:00 p.m. 19 4-H Association Meeting, 700 p.m. 27-30 Camp Tumbleweed

April 2018

10 4-H Committee Meetings, Horse 6:30 p.m., Livestock, 7:00 p.m. 16 4-H Association Meeting, 700 p.m.

VERY IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT INFORMATION:

When returning members enroll for 4-H they need to use the following information:

Enrollment is a two step process. First: Re-Enrolling through 4HOnline (For returning Jefferson County 4-H members and fami-lies) Second, the following is the link for payment of 4-H dues/fee: http://bit.ly/Jefferson4HDues New (first year members) please call the office for club and enrollment information.

Please remember to pick up your record book and any awards at the office!

Meeting Room Available: As a way of giving back to the community, Washington Federal Bank is offering

the use of their conference room, at no charge. The room, has a kitchenette (including a refrigerator, sink and microwave) and is available during the day and

evening--seats between 20 to 30 people. To schedule a meeting time call the office at (541) 475-5339. The address is 910 SW Hwy 97, Ste. 204 in Madras.

Check the Club Mailbox:

The office has a “mailbox” with files that has mail for the clubs. This mailbox will be taken to committee meetings each month If you have correspondence for the office you

can drop it off at committee meetings.

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday—Friday 8 a.m.—4 p.m.

“For hours outside of this please call and

make arrangements”.

Scholarships Available: Many people may not know that the Jefferson County 4-H Association has an endowment fund. This fund is set up to provide scholarships for youth and volunteers. These scholarships may be given for enrollment, to

attend a 4-H leadership retreat, 4-H camps, OSU Summer Conference, special trainings, and continuing education. The endowment committee members meet to discuss the fund and make decisions. If you are

interested in donating to the Endowment Fund, please contact the office or send a check to: Jefferson County 4-H Association, 850 NW Dogwood Lane, Madras, Oregon 97741.

Checks should written to: Jefferson County 4-H Association and please indicate on the check that the donation is for the Endowment Fund.

Any amount would be appreciated. Thank you!

If you need to drop something by the office after hours, there is a mailbox

on the south end of the office that you are welcome to drop things off.

Jefferson County 4-H Association

The following are the members serving

on the board:

President/Chair: Jason Potampa Vice-President: Tim McCormick

Secretary: Lynne Cloud Treasurer: Julie Johnson

Project Area Representatives:

Home Ec: Emilee Raber Horse: Heather Duff/Karen Hanson

Livestock: Elizabeth Bare Shooting Sports: Tim McCormick

Small Animal: Monica Honeywell

Youth Representatives: Jared Alps Dakota Honeywell

Alyssa Nelson Maria Mejia-Botero

Directors: Jerud Rhen Margee O’Brien

This committee meets the 3rd Monday of each month, at 7 p.m. at COARC.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

4-H Age Division Reminder:

Juniors

9-11 years of age on September 1, 2017

Intermediates 12-14 years of age on September 1, 2017

Seniors 15-19 years of age on September 1, 2017

Record Book Of Merit Junior

Emily King Emily Leeper Gabe Fessler

Hayden Heath Isabelle Richards Jace Silbernagel

Kailee Macy Leah Young Mason Lee

Ninette Garcia Savannah Adams

Sierra Adams Sienna Lillebo

Taft Rice Intermediate Brayden Macy Claire Bender Clairice Friend Dylan Heath

Emma Richards Hannah Young

Lexee Wittenberg Logan Lee

Paulina Gamboa Tegan Lantz Tegan Macy

Senior Anthony Pulido

Maria Mejia Rabeka Ellis

Catylynn Duff

Jefferson County Awards Recognition

Madras Produce Award Winners The Madras Produce award recognizes youth who have demonsrated significant personal growth and improvement in their 4-H Project.

Leah Young—Pics R’ Us Inanna Morrow—Pics R’ Us Uriel Mejia—Juniper Berry Teal Nelson—Juniper Berry

Sienna Lillebo—Triple L Briann Heckathorn—Triple L

Claire Friend—Lyle Gap Sienna Ditmore—Culver Livestock

Kailee Macy—Culver Livestock Kayden Benningfield—Making Strides

Dylan Thomas—Making Strides Tegan Lantz--Hoovsters

4-H Advancement Certificates The advancement program helps members learn about their specific project area and also assists members in setting and achieving goal. Congratulations to the following members for completing steps in their advancement programs.

Cole Hershberger Hannah Young Maeghan Jones Allee Simmons Sophia Pulido Leah Young

Weston Hershberger Kaitlyn Martin Hayden Heath Tylir Anderson Kendra Skinner

Dylan Heath Hailey Bare

4-H Certificates of Achievement Recipients This award recognizes 3rd year junior members for being

an outstanding member in their club. Brooke Bush Teagan Towell Dru Boyle

County Medals County medals are to recognize 7-12 grade members in

project who have demonstrated advanced accomplishments in a project area as well as leadership

and citizenship skills. Congratulations to: Cord Gomes Bailey Anderson

4-H Livestock Judging Results

Champion Novice Division Briann Heckathorn

Champion Junior Division Hailey Bare

High Point Novice/Junior

Hailey Bare

Champion Intermediate Division Kody Read

Champion Senior Division Catylynn Duff

High Point Intermediate/Senior

Catylynn Duff

Thank you:

Recognition Night Award donors: Madras Produce

Central Oregon Seeds, Inc.

Madras Education Association

Brenda and Stephen Davis

Ron and Lori Binder

State Farm Insurance, Jason Hertel

Madras Pioneer, Tony Ahern

Don and Elaine Henderson

Recognition Night Awards Recognition

Home Ec Awards

High Point 4-H Foods Project Emma Richards

High Point 4-H Expressive Arts Award

Tegan Macy

Horse Awards

4-H Horse Proficiency Morgan Brandon

4-H Horse Sportsmanship

Catylynn Duff

Bob Miller Memorial Horse Award Kayla Vogt

Livestock Awards

High Point Livestock Award Fallon Gohr

4-H Livestock Sportsmanship Award

Deven Waldbillig

Kathy Johnson Memorial 4-H/FFA Bred and Owned Female Beef Award

Catylynn Duff

Small Animal Awards

High Point 4-H Small Animal Award Hannah Young

Small Animal Sportsmanship Award

Abigail Affeldt

Presentations of Merit Junior

Kailee Macy, Isabelle Richards Intermediate

Clairice Friend, Emma Richards, Hannah Young

Newsreporter Award

Kailee Macy

Leadership Recognition:

Junior Leaders Alyssa Nelson

Tadd Anderson Nelly Matson

YA4H! Leaders

Maria Mejia Jared Alps

Alyssa Nelson Vance Schierling

Mia Gamboa Stacy Correa

Special Volunteer Leader Recognition:

Joey Lantz Dawn Young

Orrin Potampa 4-H Spirit Award recipients:

Larry and Sue Sullivan

Thank you,

Black Bear Diner for catering this event.

Origami Class There will be an origami class held on Saturday, March 10, in the conference room at COARC. This class will be taught by Marilee Gerke. There is limited space, so sign up will be on a first come first served basis. You will need to email Jill Eveland at: jill.eveland@oregonstate.edu to sign up. Origami is the art of paper folding, which is often associated with Japanese culture. In modern usage, the word "origami" is used as an inclusive term for all folding practices, regardless of their culture of origin (Wikipedia)

4-H Record Book Training Class There will be a record book training class on Wednesday, February 21st, at 6:30 p.m. at COARC. Pre-registration is required due to limited class space. Please be aware that this class is designed for first year members.

College/Dept./Center

Oregon State University

Physical Address

PO Box address

Corvallis, OR 97330-0000

OSU Jefferson County Extension Staff: Dana Martin (dana.martin@oregonstate.edu) Regional Administrator Jon Gandy (jon.gandy@oregonstate.edu) 4-H Youth Development Educator Jill Eveland (jill.eveland@oregonstate.edu) 4-H Program Assistant Katie Ralls, (katie.ralls@oregonstate.edu) COARC/Jefferson County Extension Education Coordinator Carol Tollefson, (carol.tollefson@oregonstate.edu) COARC Director, County Leader Jennifer Oppenlander (jennifer.oppenlander@oregonstate.edu) Oregon Open Campus Coordinator Olivia Davis (Olivia.davis@oregonstate.edu) Jefferson/Crook & Warm Springs SNAP-Ed Outreach Program Coordinator

OSU Extension Service Jefferson County Office Website: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/jefferson/ Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM—4:00 PM (for hours outside of this please call and make arrangements)

OSU Jefferson County Extension Service 4-H Program 850 NW Dogwood Lane Madras, OR 97741 (P) 541.475.7107 (F) 541.475.6390

To the 4-H Family of:

4-H EMPOWERS YOUNG PEOPLE TO BE TRUE LEADERS. TRUE LEADERS ARE YOUNG PEOPLE WHO HAVE CONFIDENCE; KNOW HOW TO WORK WELL WITH OTHERS; CAN ENDURE THROUGH CHALLENGES; AND WILL

STICK TO A JOB UNTIL IT GETS DONE. IN 4-H, WE BELIEVE TRUE LEADERS AREN'T BORN--THEY ARE GROWN.

THE 4-H EXPERIENCE IS PROVEN TO GROW TRUE LEADERS WITH LIFE SKILLS LIKE CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, RESILIENCE AND COMPASSION.

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