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THE VOICE OF 4-H Vernon County 4-H Family Newsletter

Vol. 2014 Issue 294 April

An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and DA. Extending the resources and knowledge of the University of Wisconsin system to the people of Vernon County.

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so 10 days before the program activity so that proper arrangements can be made.

4-H Focuses on…..

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Relating to Others

Planning and Organizing

Learning to Learn

Communicating with Others

Leading Self and Others

Relating to Change

Applying Science & Technology

Developing Self

Mental and Physical Health

Vernon

County

VERNON COUNTY UW-EXTENSION STAFF

Colleen B Pulvermacher Karen Ehle-Traastad

4-H Youth Development Educator Family Living Agent, Department Head

colleen.pulvermacher@ces.uwex.edu karen.ehle-traastad @ces.uwex.edu

Timothy K Rehbein

Agriculture Agent Sonya Lenzendorf—WNEP Coordinator

timothy.rehbein@ces.uwex.edu sonya.lenzendorf@ces.uwex.edu

Cindy Daniels, 4-H Secretary/Bookkeeper

cynthia.daniels@ces.uwex.edu Jennifer Whitty—WNEP Educator

Brenda Adams, Ag & Family Living Secretary Jennifer.whitty@vernoncounty.org

brenda.adams@ces.uwex.edu

TABLE OF CONTENTS Masthead Pg 1 Vernon Co. 4-H Scholarship/Welcome Hillary! Pg 2 Club News Pg 3 May Calendar Pg 4 Meat Animal News Pg 5 Cloverbud Fun Day/Horse & Pony Project News Pg 6 Horse & Pony Project Fun Show Pg 7 4-H Day at the Capitol/State Fair Dairy News Pg 8 Vernon County Fair Jr Dairy Managerial News Pg 9 Tractor Safety News Pg 10 Tractor Safety Continued Pg 11 Upham Woods 4-H Summer Camp News Pg 12 4-H Summer Camp Continued Pg 13 2014 4-H Seniors in the Spotlight Pg 14 Seniors in the Spotlight Continued Pg15

Yell Conference/Richland Co. Rabbit Show/ Pg 16 Breakfast on the Farm What’s Going On/Recipe Pg 17

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2014 Vernon County 4-H Summer Assistant

Welcome Hillary!

My name is Hillary Bark and I am the 2014 Vernon County 4-H Summer Assistant. It’s my

goal to become a 4-H Youth Development Educator, so I am very excited to start my

summer working with Vernon County 4-H! I love learning and I know that you all have so

much knowledge to share with me. I look forward to sharing my own knowledge and

experiences as well.

I grew up on a small beef farm in Seneca, Wisconsin. I went on to graduate from UW-Platteville in 2013 with

a degree in Animal Science and I’m currently working on my master’s in Agricultural Extension Education

through Colorado State University Online. Online education definitely has its pros and cons, but it has

worked out well for me so far. I’ve had two internships with UW-Extension; in 2012, I worked on various

projects with the State Beef Specialist in Madison, and in 2013, I was the 4-H Summer Assistant in Calumet

County, Wisconsin. In my spare time, I tend to my beef herd and judge in various departments at county

fairs. I am also a 4-H leader and a superintendent for the Crawford County Fair.

As a 4-H member, my main project was Dogs. I was a member of that project for ten years and was able to

travel all over Wisconsin to attend State 4-H Dog Shows. I am very grateful for the friendships and

connections I’ve made through the Dog Project over the years. I also participated in many other projects,

including beef, swine, crops, sewing and foods, just to name a few. 4-H truly has so much to offer, no matter

what your interests are.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments. I look forward to speaking with and

meeting many of you during the course of the summer. This year is the 100th year of 4-H in Wisconsin, so

let’s make it a great one!

2014 Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Scholarships Awarded!

2014 High School Graduate Scholarships awarded to:

Logan Gutenberger, Katherine Larson, Emil Walleser & William Walleser

The scholarship committee received several scholarship applications this year, all from deserving candidates

which made final selections very difficult. Winners were selected by the committee based on applicants

overall score with 4-H involvement, community and academic achievements being the guidelines used. Four

$300 scholarships were awarded to high school seniors this year. The scholarships will be presented at the

summer ice cream social in July. Please joins us that evening to recognize these 4-H youth for their

accomplishments and to wish them well in their future endeavors!

Congratulations! Logan Gutenberger is a member of the Seas Branch Smithies 4-H Club and is the son of Brian & Teresa.

Logan plans on attending UW-Madison in the fall .

Katherine Larson is a member of the Springville Superstars 4-H Club and is the daughter of Kevin & Julie.

Katherine plans on attending UW-Platteville in the fall with a major in agricultural business.

Emil Walleser is a member of the Lucky Clovers 4-H Club and is the son of Kevin & Anne Marie Elwing.

Emil plans on attending UW-Madison in the fall majoring in Dairy Science.

William Walleser is a member of the Lucky Clovers 4-H Club and is the son of Kevin & Anne Marie Elwing.

Emil plans on attending UW-Madison in the fall majoring in Veterinary Science.

Joanne Hornby, Lisa Servais & Mike Hall

2014 Scholarship Committee

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Lucky Clovers - Ally Stilwell March - On March 3rd 2014 at Zion Church the

Lucky Clovers 4H meeting was called to order at 7:52

pm by President Jessica Bomkamp. The Pledge of

Allegiance was led by Rachel Falkers and the 4-H

pledge was led by Angie Harnish. I took roll call and

read the secretaries report. Ty moved to accept the

secretaries report and Angie Harnish seconded it.

Amy read the treasurers report and Emil moved to

accept it and Ty seconded it. Rachel Nigh gave a

Federation Meeting update and talked about upcoming

deadlines. Anne Marie talked about vet science.

Old business... The date has been set for the club to

go roller skating on March 23rd at High Rollers in La

Crosse. There was discussion on the cost and the times

for skating. Mrs. Lysne spoke about delivering

Valentines and possibly singing for the elderly in

nursing homes again during the year and not just at

Christmas. Building benches for the church was

discussed with John Harnish. Rachel and Rachel

shared their results from Arts Fest. New

business...International Food Fest next month and

Jessica will be doing a quilting demonstration.

Angie moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 and

Andrew seconded it. Our next meeting will be on

April 7th.

Nerison- Becca Seelow

February - Meeting was called to order by Mycanzie

Foster, roll call was taken and Secretaries report was

read, motioned by Kenny and Hannah then approved.

The Treasurer's report was given by Jordan and

motioned by Brittany and Natalie then approved.

Clover buds were dismissed for activities with

Michaela. Old Business: Picking out new t-shirt

designs from the 4-H catalog by circling the shirt you

liked best. Anyone with club dues please get them to

Jordan ASAP. Finalized workers and schedules for the

Arts Fest food stand. Thanks to everyone for getting

donations of food. New Business: Hoard’s Dairyman

Judging contest handouts were passed around and

were judged by all. We will be submitting answers as

a club. Just for fun! The Arts Fest participants

performed their wonderful music for us. Servers next

month are Jothen and Dunnum. Next meeting will be

March 24, 2014 @ 6:30 @ Coon Valley Village Hall.

Meeting may be changed due to the Westby Music

Trip to New York- Check your emails for changes!!

Meeting adjourned.

Springville Superstars - Josie Wiltrout

March 3, 2014 - Meeting called to order by President

Lee at 7am. The Lohr and McClelland family lead the

pledges and assisted with meeting set up and take

down.Secretary report given by Secretary Wiltrout. A

motion made by Joseph Roethel to approve the

minutes and seconded by Caleb Crick . Motion

approved.Treasurer report given by Treasurer Kody

Sloane. A motion by Jonah Jepson to approve,

seconded by Casey Kowalczyk . Motion carried.Beth

Lee gave the Parent Leader report. Discussion about

the raffle tickets and asking for parent suggestions on

how to get more involvement. She also spoke about

the Leader retreat and the decision by the fair board

not to have a swine weigh in this spring.Greta Olson

reported that if any parents want to be club leaders or

involved they need to attend the volunteer orientation.

It will be held on 3/18 at the Extension office. Looking

for a parent leader for the Syttende Mai parade float.

The annual brat fundraiser on 6/18 at Nelson’s and

Village Market. Need parents to lead and will be

asking for donations.Unfinished business: Angie

Roethel discussed the movie night. It will be Mr.

Peabody and Sherman on Sunday 3/9. An email will

be sent with details.Members participating in the Arts

Festival presented for the club.Next month’s meeting

will be boating safety.Motion made by Ben Roethel to

adjourn the meeting and seconded by Caleb Crick,

meeting adjourned at 7:25pm.Cheryl Rehbahn

presented on ceramics.

Please Note!

The 4-H Leader Parent Federation now

meets the first Sunday of the month at 7

p.m. at the Erlandson Office Building in

Viroqua. The Federation meeting

minutes will routinely be sent to the

general leaders of each club, along with the link to our

website, http://vernon.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-

development/4-h-leader-parent-federation-meeting-

minutes/. The best way to know what is going on in

our 4-H program is to have someone from your 4-H

club, such as a vice president or other officer, attend

the monthly meetings. Youth involvement is sought

and encouraged - they have full voting rights!

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MAY 2014

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3

4-H Horse &

Pony

Project Spring

Fun Show

4

L/P Federation

Mtg

5 6 7 8 9 10

Cloverbud

Fun Day!

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12 13 14 15 16

Mandatory

Sheep Weigh-in

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Mandatory

Sheep Weigh-in

18 19

Swine Picture Id

Deadline

20 21 22 23 24

25 26

Office Closed

27 28 29 30 31

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Meat Animal News

Reminder—Vernon County Beef – Sheep – Weigh-in 2014 * An exhibitor is allowed 6 entries per species at weigh in. Over this limit is $2 per head for the eartag.

* If you are purchasing your feeder animal from out of state, you can pick up your RFID ear tags from the UW-Extension office and

send them to the seller to apply to the animal. The RFID tag will serve as the official tag to cross state lines.

It is recommended that all hogs be vaccinated for the swine flu.

Steer Weigh-in The Mandatory Steer Weigh-in

is scheduled for Friday, April 4

and Saturday, April 5, for beef

exhibitors who intend to

participate in the Meat Animal Sale at the 2014

Vernon County Fair.

It will be held at the fair grounds in the Livestock

Show and Sale Arena from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday and

8 a.m. to NOON on Saturday.

Sheep Weigh-in The sheep weigh-in will take

place as scheduled

The MANDATORY sheep weigh-in is scheduled for

Friday, May 16, from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, May 17

from 8 a.m. to NOON, at the same location as the steer

weigh-in. You must have your lamb weighed and

identified if you intend to participate in the 2014 Meat

Animal Sale at the Vernon County Fair. You can fill

out your “sheep registration” form at the time of weigh

-in. All lambs that are to be weighed-in MUST have

their scrapies ear tag.

Changes to the Swine Project for Fair

The Vernon County Fair Livestock Sale Committee met to develop new guidelines for the swine

project this year as a result of the PEDv outbreak in Wisconsin swine herds. As mentioned in the

previous newsletter, the swine project weigh-in has been canceled. This means that there will be no rate of gain

information collected for this year and we will not have a carcass performance class this year. The 2014 show

at the fair will also be a terminal show which means all the hogs will go to slaughter and not home. Swine

exhibitors will still need to have their hogs identified and ear tagged for the 2014 fair. Here is the process that

swine exhibitors will need to follow if they want their hog eligible for the sale at the fair.

STEP ONE: Exhibitors will need to pick up RFID hog ear tags from the Vernon County UW-Extension

Office. Each exhibitor can request up to 6 tags each. Anything over that is $2 per tag. They can be picked up

during normal business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. STEP TWO: when picking up

the ear tags, exhibitors or parents, will be asked to complete a registration form. This is the same form that was

used last year. The ear tag numbers will be recorded on this form and a copy of it will go with the exhibitor or

parent. STEP THREE: take the RFID tags home OR with you when you pick up your feeder pigs and tag the

hogs. The tag will go in the hog’s LEFT EAR. If you are buying your hogs, the seller may be willing to help

you with the tagging. You will need to use an Allflex tagger designed for the RFID tags. If you do not have a

tagger, you will need to purchase one from a local agri-business supplier. They will cost in the area of $20

each. We do not recommend sharing the tagger between swine herds. STEP FOUR: take a picture of each

hog’s head with the tag already in the ear. One picture per hog. Deliver a copy of that picture to the Vernon

County UW-Extension Office by the end of the day on Monday, May 19th. Or you can attach the picture to an

email or put it into the email message and send it to cdaniels@vernoncounty.org with your name and the ear

tag number.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the UW-Extension Office at 608-637-5276

Timothy K. Rehbein

Vernon County UW-Extension Agriculture Agent

Suite 392, 318 Fairlane Dr.

Viroqua, WI 54665

Phone: 608-637-5276

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Horse and Pony Project Meeting

March 16, 2014: Members that attended the March Horse and Pony Project

meeting; Drew Dravis, Raina Schultz, Olivia Strasser, Sierra Martinson, Alex

Harnish, Mycanzie Foster, Natalie Bolstad, Becca Seelow, Josie Wiltrout, Kiele

McDowell, Kerbie Brose, Eli Bolstad, Lucy Boisen, Hope Petersheim, Emilie

Brose, Olivia Abt, and Jessica King .

The Wild West Day sign up sheet is available please let Mary Jane Harnish (mharnish@mwt.net) know what

day you can help out.

This year's overnight clinic (June 7-8) topics were discussed. The meeting also covered the final approval of

the year activities.

2014 Vernon County 4-H Horse and Pony Project Activities:

April 11th-13th — Midwest Horse Fair

May 3rd — Fun Show @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds (rain date May 10th)

June 7th-8th — Clinic @ Fairgrounds

June 12th — Drill Team, 6:00p.m. @ Fairgrounds

June 14th — Trail Clinic with Pat Stevenson @ Fairgrounds

June 21st — Gymkhana, 3:00p.m.- @ Wild West Grounds

June 28th — Trail Ride, 10:00a.m. @ Kickapoo Reserve

July 12th — State Qualifying Show @ Fairgrounds

July 27th — Gymkhana- 3:00p.m. @ Retreat

Aug. 9th — Trail Clinic with Pat Stevenson @Fairgrounds

Aug. 15th-17th — Wild West Days Fundraiser

Aug. 30th — Practice Show, 10:00a.m.@ Fairgrounds

Oct. 4th — Trail Ride, 10:00a.m. @ Wildcat Mountain State Park

The next meeting is scheduled for May 3rd at the Vernon Co. Fairgrounds during the Fun Show.

Hope to see you there!

Vernon County 4-H Cloverbud

Fun Day at the Fairgrounds!

Mapledale Motivators/RT 56 4-H club wishes to offer the cloverbuds (K—2nd grade) of Vernon County the

opportunity to spend a day at the fair grounds. It is May 10th from 9am to 2pm. You can learn about all the

different animals that are shown at the fair, make a pillow case, do leather crafting, make no bake cookies, and

plant something to show at the fair. Lunch and a T-shirt will be provided. Brochures were sent to all of the

kindergarten through 2nd grade classes in the Vernon County Schools.

If anyone is interested please call Cheryl Rebhahn at 637-2209 or Deb Primmer at 625-4484. The cost is $5

per youth and it is open to members and non-members. Invite a friend. The deadline for registration is April

10th. Let us know you want to come. It will be a great day!!

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VERNON COUNTY HORSE & PONY PROJECT 4-H FUN SHOW (For Vernon County Horse & Pony Project Members Only)

WHERE: VERNON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2014

STARTS: PROMPTLY AT 10:00AM JUDGE: JORDAN BURKE

Required Safety Checks Will Be Performed That Day! COGGINS PAPERS REQUIRED-BOTH THE ORIGINAL

AND COPY FOR OUR FILES

HELMETS AND BOOTS REQUIRED

1. PONY HALTER 56" UNDER * (May not enter canter class at this show) 2. HALTER 56" OVER 3. SHOWMANSHIP (3-5) 4. SHOWMANSHIP (6-8) 5. SHOWMANSHIP (9-13) 6. OPEN BAREBACK W/T 7. *BEGINNER WESTERN/ENGLISH W/T 8. ENGLISH PONY PLEASURE under 56” 9. ENGLISH HORSE EQUITATION over 56” 10. ENGLISH EQUITATION (3-5) 11. ENGLISH EQUITATION (6-8) 12. ENGLISH EQUITATION (9-13) LUNCH BREAK 13. WESTERN PONY PLEASURE under 56” 14. WESTERN HORSE PLEASURE over 56” 15. HORSEMANSHIP (3-5) 16. HORSEMANSHIP (6-8) 17. HORSEMANSHIP (9-13) 18. TRAIL CLASS 19. OPEN EGG & SPOON 20. OPEN PLUG RACE 21. OPEN CATALOG RACE 22. OPEN BARREL RACE The exhibitor is the only person allowed to ride their animal while at the fun show. No one under grade 3 is allowed to handle or ride an animal at any time. Boots with a 1/2” cutout heel and ASTM/SEI approved helmet, buckled, are mandatory while mounted. NO EXCEPTIONS! FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT : GAIL BOLSTAD - (608)788-8806 EXTENSION OFFICE 637-5276

EEO/Affirmative Action employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Please make request for reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to educational programs as early as possible preceding the scheduled program, service or activity

COST - $10 ALL DAY SINGLE $20 ALL DAY FAMILY OR $2 PER CLASS

LUNCH ON YOUR OWN

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State Fair Dairy

Welcome Vernon County’s 2014 State Fair Dairy Coordinator!

Ralph Hendrickson has graciously accepted the role of the 2014

Vernon County State Fair Dairy Coordinator.

The first state fair dairy meeting will take place on Monday, April 14th at 7:30 p.m.,

at the Extension Office building, 1st floor conference room. This is a very important

meeting as requests for housing in the state fair dorms must be submitted by April 30th.

We will also be discussing fundraising ideas and general information related to State

Fair. All Vernon County 4-H dairy project members age 12+ (as of January 1st)

and their parents are encouraged to attend this very important organizational meeting .

4-H Day at the Capitol!

Celebrating 100 years of 4-H in

the State of Wisconsin! 63 Vernon County 4-H Youth and Adult Volunteers attended this Fun

& exciting day! Thank you State Senator Jennifer Schilling

and State Representative Lee Nerison for meeting with us and sharing in our enthusiasm for 4-H!

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VERNON COUNTY FAIR

JUNIOR DAIRY MANAGERIAL PROJECT AGREEMENT Forms due at the Extension Office on or before June 1st

Complete information is available on our website

http://vernon.uwex.edu or at the Extension Office.

OBJECTIVES 1. To develop character, knowledge and a sense of responsibility in the dairy project. 2. To maintain or increase the number of youth carrying a dairy project. 3. To maintain or increase the number of dairy exhibited at Vernon County Fair. 4. To provide the opportunity to work with dairy animals for non-farm youth and farm youth. 5. To increase the credibility of The Junior Dairy Managerial project. RULES 1. The managerial project pertains to the junior dairy show department. It is available for registered and grade

classes. 2. The program is available to any member, hereafter referred to as the Lessee, in good standing in a Vernon County

Fair approved youth organization. 3. The owner will jointly determine with the Lessee specific responsibilities to be carried out by the Lessee. The respon-

sibilities will be recorded on the Junior Dairy Managerial Project Agreement and will list items such as: a. When the animal stays on the owner’s premises, that Lessee shall enter into an Agreement with the owner regarding Lessee’s responsibilities as to the care of the animal or the group of animals it is a part of. b. When the Lessee has possession of the animal, they shall enter into an Agreement with the owner regarding the

allocation of responsibilities for feed, veterinarian care, breeding and insurance. 4. Managerial vs Ownership Requirements:

Ownership of an animal by a junior exhibitor is established when the animal is registered in the name of the exhibi-tor. Co-ownership is allowed between immediate junior family members (i.e. brother, sister). Animals owned by par-ents, the family farm or others are considered managerial. Ownerships dates are: cows- January 1st of current fair year and calves and heifers June 1st.

Managerial forms are not required when the managerial animal is owned by the junior member’s immediate family (brother, sister, parent or family farm). These family-owned animals should be entered as managerial at the Fair, but they do not require the filing of a form. For all other leased animals, a form must be completed.

Managerial forms are required: If the exhibitor is showing an animal which is co-owned or owned by someone other then immediate family (mother, father or legal guardian).

5. The Vernon County Fair Junior Dairy Managerial Project Agreement must be signed and received in the Vernon County UW- Extension Office by June 1 of the project year for eligibility at the Vernon County Fair. Managerial identification forms need not accompany the animal to the Fair but MUST be kept at the County Extension Office until 30 days after the completion of the Fair.

6. The title of ownership as stated on the registration certificate of a registered managerial animal will remain in the possession of the owner.

7. The owner will make the animal available to the Lessee during the period of the Vernon County Fair Junior Dairy Managerial Project Agreement. The owner does NOT retain the ability to exhibit the identified manageri-al project animal during the period of the agreement in shows prior to and after the Vernon County Fair if it meets the guidelines of the said show(s).

8. The owner of the managerial animal agrees not to hold the Lessee liable for any financial loss from injury or death to the managerial animal.

9. The owner is not responsible for injuries to the Lessee and participation in this project will require Lessee and Les-see’s parent/guardian to hereby release from liability the owner and all other persons and entities involved with this project, (see Release of Liability form).

10. The Lessee is responsible for all expenses incurred in exhibiting the animal, such as veterinary, transportation, grooming, feed and other miscellaneous expenditures. The Lessee may keep any premiums or awards while exhibit-ing the animal during the duration of the contract.

11. The Vernon County Fair Junior Dairy Managerial Project Agreement will remain in force until the end of the project year or until terminated by either party. This Agreement may be terminated prior to the end of the project year for reasons such as:

a. Failure of Lessee to carry out responsibilities as outlined in this agreement b. Changes in the farming operation of the owner. 12. The owner, Lessee, a parent or legal guardian of the Lessee and dairy project leader or general leader, must sign the

Vernon County Fair Junior Dairy Managerial Project Agreement.

13. The managerial project is limited to up to four animals per exhibitor. The animals’ maybe calves, heifers or cows.

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TRACTOR AND MACHINERY CERTIFICATION COURSE

June 23rd, 24th, 25th 2014

(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)

Vernon County Fairgrounds

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

_________________________________________ Name

__________________________________________ Address

__________________________________________ City Zip

__________________________________________ Parent’s Name

__________________________________________

Phone Number Cell#

__________________________________________ Youth’s Birth Date

__________________________________________ School

__________________________________________

4-H Club or FFA Chapter (if applicable)

Please include the $40 registration fee with this form. Make check payable to:

Vernon Co Rural Youth Comm Return to: UW-Extension

318 Fairlane Dr., Ste 392, Viroqua WI 54665 Registration Deadline: Monday, June 9th

(First come-first served with preference to Vernon Co Youth)

Wisconsin Safe Operation of Tractor and Machinery Certification Program

An educational program to enhance the safety

knowledge and skills for youth operating tractors and

machinery on Wisconsin farms

The Federal Law . . . Since 1970, Part 570 of the Child Labor Regulations,

Subpart E-1, has provided exemption related to

hazardous tasks for youth age 14 and 15 for

employment on farms other than those operated by

their family through tractor and machinery

certification programs.

The Wisconsin Law Act 455. . . Effective July 1, 1997, no person may direct or

permit a child under age 16 years to operate a farm

tractor or self-propelled implement of husbandry on

a public road unless the child has been certified as

successfully completing a tractor and machinery

certification course. This does not apply to operation

of a farm tractor or self-propelled implement of

husbandry on the road when crossing perpendicular

to the direction of the road. Youth must be 12 years

of age to enroll in the training program.

What this means . . .

The law means that youth operating tractors or self-

propelled machinery for their own family on public

roads will be required to have certification. Persons

violating may receive a $20 fine for the first offense

and fines not to exceed $50 for each subsequent

offense. To provide youth with the necessary State

and Federal certification, the WI Safe Operation of

Tractor and Machinery Certification programs are

being offered throughout the state.

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so as soon as possible prior to the program activity so that proper arrangements

can be made. An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and DA.

Extending the resources and knowledge of the University of Wisconsin system to the people of Vernon County.

Please bring a sack lunch. A $40 fee to cover materials, fuel

and other supplies will be charged for each student.

First priority is given to students who live or attend school

in Vernon County, based upon the age at the time of the

training. Older students have higher priority. Please note

deadline, who to make the check out to, and where to send

it. Class size is limited to 40 participants.

Vernon County UW-Extension, would like to thank the following for their efforts in developing this program.

Vernon Co Vocational Agriculture Instructors: Ron Von Glahn, Lloyd Hardy, Brian Kast,

Mike Fowell & Erica Hoven Other Volunteers

Implement Dealers: Horizon Equipment, Westby Hundt Implement, Cashton

Portland Implement, Cashton Trophies provided by: Vernon County Rural Insurance

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Wisconsin Safe Operation of Tractor and Machinery Certification Program This program will:

provide youth 12 years of age with the

necessary requirements to be certified for compliance under Wisconsin Act 455.

meet the federal requirements for Part 570,

Child Labor Regulations, Subpart E- 1 "Occupations in Agriculture Particularly Hazardous for Employment of Children under age 16". The 24 hour program includes:

hands on instruction for tractors and farm

machinery operation;

hazard recognition and correction;

general farm safety knowledge and

stresses the importance of a positive attitude

towards safety. To successfully complete the course, youth must:

attend 24 hours of instruction and

pass written and driving exams.

Wisconsin Act 455 stipulates that the state program is to have the equivalent requirements to the federal tractor and machinery certification. Therefore, this course will be taught at a level for 14 to 15 year old youth. Who should attend?

Youth 14-15 years of age who need the federal

certificate of training for employment on farm in accordance with Part 570, Child Labor Regulations, Subpart E-1.

Youth 12 years of age who will be operating

tractors or self-propelled farm machinery on public roads for their own family.

Youth desiring tractor and machinery safety

instructions. Where and When are the programs offered?

This varies by county. These programs can be offered through the county University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension office or the local agricultural education instructor. In many counties a program is offered once a year as a cooperative effort between UWEX and the county agricultural education instructors. Program dates vary throughout the state but most are conducted between January and June. To find out when the program will be held in your area, contact your local county UWEX office or local high school agricultural education department. All counties may not offer the certification program but could provide assistance in locating an available program.

Should your child attend this program? It is your responsibility as parents/guardians to determine if your child is ready to attend a Wisconsin Safe Operation of Tractor and Machinery Certification program. Some facts for you to consider:

82% of fatalities involving youth under age 16

result from agricultural equipment.

Youth under age 14 are involved in nine times as

many accidents per exposure hour of tractor driving than tractor operators 25-44 years.

Youth under age 15 have higher accident rates

for operating tractors on public roads. Common factors in these accidents were inexperience and lack of maturity to handle the situation. Being capable of reaching the pedals will not help if the child can’t recognize a hazard or anticipate a danger. Generally, youth under age 14 do not have the ability to anticipate danger, realize the danger and react in order to prevent an accident. Ask yourself the question "Is my child ready to drive a semi-truck?" Assessing your child's ability to drive a tractor or operate machinery: 1. Age of child 2. Physical Abilities

Can the youth sit securely in the operator's seat

and fully depress clutch and reach all controls?

On seats with seatbelts, the child should be able

to reach all controls.

Does the child have the strength needed to shift,

steer or hook equipment up to the tractor?

Is the child able to turn and check behind them

for traffic and still keep the tractor in control? 3. Cognitive Abilities

Is your child able to recognize dangerous

situations like driving too fast or turning too sharp?

Is he/she able to think through situations quickly

to avoid hazards?

When given directions does the child follow

them?

If the child has difficulty paying attention for 15

minutes in a class, what could happen if his/her mind wanders while driving down the road? 4. Emotional maturity

Does peer pressure cause him/her to show off or

attempt things beyond their ability?

Does the child become easily upset when he/she

is unable to do something that he/she want to do?

Every child is different. Preventing injury to your child may mean saying no and waiting until the child's abilities develop.

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⧫ Swimming & Waterfront Games (lifeguard supervised) ⧫ Nature Hikes, lessons and crafts

⧫ Campfires, games, songs, & fun! ⧫ Sleep in cabins.

All activities are supervised by Upham Woods staff, adult chaperones and/or teen counselors.

4-H Summer Camp takes place at Upham Woods, north of Wisconsin Dells. The main lodge, nature center, craft building and swimming and fishing area are located at the base of a hill. The cabins are

located at the top of a hill with a separate shower/bath area. All water activities take place on the Wisconsin River. Youth are assigned to cabins by gender and age (3rd & 4th graders bunk together and 5th & 6th graders bunk together). Each cabin includes teen counselors and adult chaperones.

**Seventh and eighth graders tent camp at Juneau County Park and canoe the Lemonweir River.

If your child needs accommodations to fully participate in any part of the camping experience, please indicate on the registration form below. We want each child who attend to enjoy camp!

(Please keep this top part for your information)

———————————————————————————————————————————— 4-H Camp Registration—Due June 1st

Name___________________________________ Grade________ Gender_________ Email______________________________Address_______________________________________ Phone______________________________ City, State, Zip______________________________ 4-H Club Member (Circle One) YES NO T-shirt Size (Adult) S M L XL (Youth) S M L XL Parent/Guardian Contact during Camp: Name__________________ Phone:_______________ List any special dietary needs________________________________________________________ ___ Yes, my parent/guardian would like to be a camp chaperone T-shirt size_______ **If necessary, please indicate below what accommodation you child would need, and for which activities:________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Signature ___________________________________________

Send registration form by June 1st to: Vernon County UW-Extension Office

318 Fairlane Dr., Suite 392

Viroqua WI 54665

Make check payable to: Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation

($65 for 4-H members, $130 for non 4-H members)

An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements.

Please make request for reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to educational programs as early as possible preceding the scheduled program, service or

activity.

4-H Summer Camp July 23-25, 2014

Camp Upham Woods Crawford, Richland, & Vernon Counties

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4-H Summer Camp

July 23-25, 2014

Camp Upham Woods

Crawford, Richland, Vernon Counties

Be sure to send in your 4-H camp registration form!

Mark you calendar for July 23-25, 2014!

Registration forms are due June 1st!

Base Camp

Upham Woods, WI Dells

3rd-6th Grades (As of January 1, 2014)

Travel to the heart of scenic WI Dells for two

nights and three 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, crafts, canoeing,

archery, nature exploration, swimming, and our

camp theme are offered for all youth. Base Camp

is open to campers in grades 3-6. Bus

transportation to and from camp is provided. Cost

is $65 for Vernon County 4-H members (Vernon

County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation generously

covers 1/2 of the camping fee) and $130 for non

4-H members.

After all registrations are in, campers will receive

camp details and bus information.

Outpost Camp

Lemonweir River & Juneau Co. park

7th and 8th Grades (As of January 1, 2014)

The wilderness is calling,….are you up to the

challenge of two nights and three days of outdoor

adventure and fun. Tent camping, campfire cooking,

canoeing, portaging equipment, fishing, and hiking

are just a few of the exciting experiences that await

campers at Outpost Camp. A spirit of adventure,

flexibility, and a willingness to try new things is

essential!

Outpost camp is open to the first 20 campers.

Transportation to and from camp is provided.

Cost is $65 for Vernon County 4-H members

(Vernon County 4-H Leader/Parent Federation

covers 1/2 of the camping fee) and $130 for non 4-H

members. . Chaperones will be needed. Contact

Colleen for more information. 608-637-5276

Please note:

One registration form is needed for each camper!

Additional copies are available at the Extension Office and on our website: www/http://vernon.uwex.edu.

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2014 4-H High School Seniors

in the Spotlight

Peder Andresen—Davis Diggers/Belgium Builders High School: Viroqua

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 10

Parent (s): Lisa Andresen & Brian Thaldorf

Plans after graduation: Attend Southeast Technical

College in Winona, for Truck Driving.

I have really learned a lot in 4-H Shooting Sports. I

also showed goats and poultry at the Fair for several

years. Time spent in the show ring helped me again

confidence and I became more comfortable presenting

in front of people. Space Camp in Alabama was an

incredible learning experience and was a lot of fun.

Summer camping and canoeing were also activities I

really enjoyed. Working the fair food stand was a lot

of fun too! I was our club Vice President for 2 years.

Every year our club bought Christmas trees and made

decorations to donate to a family and I also enjoyed

working our club’s annual bran/hotdog stand. Over the

years I have been involved in VHS Golf, Hockey and

Immanuel Lutheran Church activities. Advice: If you

think you may be interested in a project, try it! It may

be an activity that you enjoy for the rest of your life.

Jessica Bomkamp – Lucky Clovers

High School: Viroqua

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 8

Parent (s): Jim & Denise Bomkamp

Plans after graduation: Dietetics Major at Viterbo

University

The project I have enjoyed the most is quilting. I

started out sewing clothes but then I got into quilting

and I really enjoy it. It’s fun to make them and when

I’m finished I have a warm blanket for myself or a

gift for someone. I have been the secretary two

terms, historian, reporter, vice president and I am

currently the president. Along with 4-H, I take

private piano lessons, am a member of band and

orchestra, a member of National Honor Society and a

cross country member. 4-Hers should stay active in

4-H until they graduate because there are many

different opportunities to do community service,

explore leadership roles and be active in the

community.

Peder Jessica Logan

Ryan Shana Kori

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Logan Gutenberger – Seas Branch Smithies

High School: Westby

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 10

Parent (s): Brian & Teresa

Plans after graduation: UW-Madison - Ag Business

Through 4-H I was involved in: dairy, gardening,

home furnishings, arts & crafts, and photography.

The dairy project was my main project in which I

was very active and received the greatest reward. I

was treasurer of my local club along with being

active in musicals and other club events. Showing

cattle at the Vernon County Fair with my club

members was my favorite club activity. The club

teamwork and friendship made the fair exciting and

fun. Showing dairy cattle at the Wisconsin State Fair

was also very memorable. I met so many new

friends the five years I exhibited dairy in Milwaukee.

My favorite 4-H trip was to Washington D.C. for

Citizenship Washington Focus. 4-H youth from

across the nation meet at our nation’s capital and

learn about our government. Outside of 4-H, I have

been involved in football, basketball, National Honor

Society, Student Council, FFA, and a class officer. 4

-H has given me many opportunities I would never

have experienced along with friendships from across

the country. I would recommend all individuals to

stay involved, since it gives you so many new,

different and exciting opportunities.

Ryan Gutenberger—Seas Branch Smithies

High School: Westby

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 10

Parent (s): Brian & Teresa

Plans after graduation: UW-Madison – Engineering

I have had many different experiences while

participating in 4-H. Throughout the years I have

completed various projects including dairy,

gardening, arts & crafts, home furnishings,

photography and rabbits, with dairy being my main

focus. I have competed at the local, county, district

and state level with my dairy projects. I have made

countless friends and memories from these

competitions. Participating in award trips has also

been a highlight that I will never forget. The trip to

Washington D.C., I was able to learn about our

countries rich history, visit historical landmarks and

make incredible friends from all over the country. I

am very happy I was able to participate in 4-H due to

all of the great experiences. I would challenge all

youth to join 4-H today!

Shana Hardy – Liberty Pole Boosters

High School: Viroqua

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 10

Parent (s): Lloyd & Amy

Plans after graduation: UW-Platteville – Biology

Dairy, woodworking and swine are my favorite

projects that I have done throughout 4-H. I have

received champion awards on my Brown Swiss

heifers; I have received merits on my woodworking

projects. In my club I am the dairy youth leader. I

have been an officer for five years. A very

memorable part in 4-H is doing road-side clean up

every year. We always have a great time. Through

4-H, I got the opportunity to go to state fair for three

years. It was a great experience for me and I made

some good friends in the process. Other than 4-H, I

am very involved in FFA and National Honor

Society. I also play softball. If I had to give

someone advice for people staying active in 4-H, I

would tell them that it is great and they get to meet

new people while making friends in the process.

That is a skill everyone will need for the rest of their

life.

Kori Hillestad – Rainbow Reachers

High School: Viroqua

Graduation Date: May 24, 2014

Years in 4-H: 7

Parent (s): Lloyd & Amy

Plans after graduation: Attend UW-La Crosse

During my 7 years being a part of 4H, I had the

opportunity to experience several different leadership

roles. I was Historian, vice President and President

in the Rainbow Reachers 4-H club. Being a part of

4-H means experiencing new things you otherwise

may not. Whether it be sewing a pillow or milking a

goat, you are always learning more. My two

personal favorite projects are Photography and Foods

and Nutrition. There are many other types of

projects and volunteer activities that any age can

participate in. For example, one activity my club

found enjoyable was the Fly-in Breakfast at the

Viroqua Municipal Airport. Not only did we get to

help serve breakfast and meet new people, we also

got to see many different types of airplanes and a

helicopter. 4-H has been a fun experience and I

encourage others to join in on the fun!

Watch the May Newsletter for more of our

fantastic 4-H Seniors in the Spotlight!

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Yell the Loudest Ever At the 6th Annual YELL (Youth Engaged in Learning about Leadership) Conference!

Be a College Student for a Day! May 3, 2014

UW- Eau Claire Campus 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Cost $20 Many Sessions, Campus Cafeteria,

Gift and More! For grades 6-12.

Come make new friends while strengthening your

leadership skills through interactive seminars,

exciting activities and networking opportunities.

Be a College Student for a Day!

For more information visit http://buffalo.uwex.edu/

yell

RICHLAND COUNTY 4-H RABBITS R US RABBIT SHOW

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Richland Center Community Center

( Located in Krouskop Park)

1050 N. Orange St.

Richland Center, WI 53581

REGISTRATION: 8:00 a.m.

JUDGING: 9:00 a.m.

Show is open to all youth grades 3 thru 13

DO NOT HAVE TO BE A 4-H MEMBER

An entry fee of $1.50 per animal must be included

with registration form. There is no limit placed on

number of entries or entries per class. All rabbits not

entered by April 16, 2014 entry fee will be $2.00 per

rabbit. There will be trophies for all breeds that are

pre-registered. Show includes crossbreeds, purebreds,

and meat classes. This year we will have two judges

judging the breed classes and one showmanship judge.

Health checks will be performed and rabbits found

to be unhealthy will be removed from the show.

Questions? Call Becky Gobin, 608-536-3448 (home)

or 608-604-3449 (cell).

Complete entry information is available at Vernon

County UW-Extension Office.

19th Annual Breakfast on the Farm, Sunday, April 27th

The Association of Women in Agriculture (AWA) is hosting its nineteenth annual “Breakfast on the Farm”,

Sunday, April 27th, 2014 in the Stock Pavilion at 1675 Linden Dr. This year our theme is “AWA Breakfast

on the Farm: Where Families & Agriculture Meet.” Join us for a delicious breakfast and learn more about our

agricultural industry.

This country tradition will include a home cooked breakfast consisting of pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs,

applesauce, milk, coffee, juice and a sundae for dessert. Enjoy the petting zoo, educational activities, a visit

from Bucky Badger, live Polka music, and a clogging performance while you eat breakfast. Breakfast will be

served from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for senior citizens (65+), $5 for students (K-

UW), $3 for children ages 5 and under. Get a dollar off admission if you bring three canned food items to

donate to the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin.

Breakfast on the Farm is put on by the Association of Women in Agriculture, a professional, service, and

social student organization at the UW-Madison Campus. They are dedicated to serving and promoting all

aspects of agriculture.

AWA, which was founded in 1973, is a non-profit organization, which strives to unite women with a passion

for agriculture and develops them into leaders through service, social, and fundraising events. In addition to

hosting “Breakfast on the Farm,” this group is involved in community activities such as collecting food and

clothing for local shelters, and volunteering and participating in educational agricultural events for youth.

Please join us for a traditional family style breakfast! For more information, find us on Facebook at

facebook.com/AWABOTF or contact Mackenzie Cash at 608. 931.1711.

Association of Women in Agriculture

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Here’s What’s Cookin’ - April Recipe

From the Kitchen of Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board Pepperoni Pizza Mac & Cheese

Ingredients Directions

1 pound whole wheat penne pasta

4 tablespoons butter

1 onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons flour

2 cups milk

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

3 cups (13 ounces) Wisconsin Mozzarella Cheese

1 16-ounce can tomato sauce

5 ounces mini pepperoni, or chopped pepperoni

Friday April 4 Vernon Co. Fair Mandatory Beef

Weigh-In

4:00-8:00 p.m. Livestock Show

Arena, Vernon Co.

Fairgrounds

Saturday April 5 Vernon Co. Fair Mandatory Beef

Weigh-In

8:00 a.m. —

Noon

Livestock Show

Arena, Vernon Co.

Fairgrounds

Sunday April 6 Leader/Parent Federation Meeting 7:00 p.m. UW-Extension Office

Wednesday April 9 Whitetails Unlimited Banquet Westby Rod & Gun

Club

Friday—

Sunday

April

11,12 & 13

Midwest Horse Fair Madison, WI

Monday April 14 Vernon County State Fair Dairy Mtg 7:30 p.m. 1st Floor Conference

rm, UW-Extension Ofc

Friday April 18 Good Friday—Office Closed

Thurs—

Mon

April 24-

28

Space Camp Huntsville, Alabama

Thursday April 24 Volunteer Orientation 6:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office

Sunday April 27

Richland County Rabbit Show 8:00 a.m. Richland Center

Community Center,

Richland Center

DAY DATE ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION

Reminders! June 1st is the deadline for joining 4-H in order to show at the 2014 Vernon

County Fair and to add and or change your projects!

Please have articles emailed to cdaniels@vernoncoutny.org by the 20th of each month.

Attention 4-H Campers! Upham Woods Camp—July 23rd—25th

See page 12 & 13 of this newsletter!

Preheat broiler. Bring large pot of water to boil. Salt water and add pasta.

Cook until al dente; drain and set aside. In sauté pan, melt butter. Add onion

and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until

fragrant, about 1 minute. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 more minute. Slowly

whisk in milk, whisking out any clumps. Cook until thickened. Stir in the

Italian seasoning. Reduce heat to low. Working in 3 batches, whisk in 2 1/2

cups Mozzarella, making sure cheese is melted in between additions. Add in

tomato sauce and pepperoni and heat until warmed through. Stir in reserved

pasta. Transfer mixture to oven-safe baking dish, or individual baking dishes

and top with remaining 1/2 cup Mozzarella. Place under broiler – until the

cheese is melted

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