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

Vol. 2014 Issue 293 March

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 Festival of Arts– Sewing w/Pat Pg 2 Club News Pg 3 April Calendar Pg 4 Meat Animal News Pg 5 Horse & Pony Project News Pg 6 Horse & Pony Project Fun Show Pg 7 State Fair Dairy News/Shooting Sports Pg 8 Tractor Safety Pg 9 Tractor Safety Continued Pg 10 La Crosse County 4-H Archery Invitational Pg 11 Archery Invitational Rules Pg 12 Southdown Ewe Lamb Award/ State Fair Swine News Pg 13 YELL Conference Pg 14 Grant Co. Rabbit Show/Richland Co. Rabbit Show Pg15

Other 4-H News/Foundation Scholarship Pg 16 What’s Going On/Recipe Pg 17

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Reminder!!

Quilting with Pat! Saturday, March 15th

Noon—4:00 p.m.

1st floor Conference Room

Erlandson Building

(For Vernon County 4-H members 3rd grade and up)

Join sewing enthusiasts on Saturday, March 15, from noon to 4:00 p.m. to learn how to make a

Quillow! Lessons include basic machine quilting, piecing and applique.

(If interested in entering your Quillow in the Vernon County Fair, please make sure you are

enrolled in the home environment project on or before the June 1st project enrollment add/

change deadline.) Enroll in an afternoon of fun by sending an RSVP to

cdaniels@vernoncounty.org on or before Friday, March 7th. Space is limited, so do not wait

until the deadline to register! Please include your name, phone #, parent/guardian’s name and

advise yes/no if you have had any sewing experience. Adult volunteers are needed and greatly

appreciated for this event. Include with your RSVP if parent/guardian will be able to assist

that day! Please bring the following supplies:

1 1/2 yards each of two coordinated fabrics. Thread to match lightest color. Baby size

quilt batting. Sewing machine, pins, scissors and sewing marking pen. You can also bring

a rotary cutter, mat and ruler if you have one available.

There is no cost for this fun and educational sewing opportunity! A light snack and beverage will be served.

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 early as possible prior to the program or activity so that proper arrangements can be made. Requests are kept confidential.

Congratulations to all of our 2014 Vernon County

4-H Festival of the Arts participants!

Thank you Arts Fest Committee, Westby Area Schools, Adult and

Youth Volunteers for all of your hard work on this event and

Nerison 4-H club for providing concessions!

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Enterprise Eagles—Sabrina Servais

February—Our last meeting was held Feb. 2, at the

Chaseburg village hall at 1:00. 36 members were present.

Zach Servais called the meeting to order, Brigitta Haugen

and Grant Dayton led the pledges. I gave the secretary's

report and Savannah Tunks gave the treasurer's report, both

were approved. Next I read correspondence which was a

thank you note from Joanne Humfeld thanking us for the

Christmas cookies and notes we had sent. Old business

included the 4-H banquet and the snow trails parade for

which we won a trophy! We also discussed a sledding

party, and reminded members of the fair booth idea we

were working on. New business was discussed: award trips

and arts fest. Lisa then gave us a leader update, and Cordell

Sagler gave a Parent Leader Federation update which was

information on the radio ads 4-H sells for award trips.

Jackson Servais then made a motion to adjourn the meeting

which ended at 1:28. Lisa then led us in a series of science

experiments. Our next meeting will be held at 1:00 at the

Chaseburg village hall March 2.

Nerison –Becca Seelow

November -Nerison 4-H held their monthly meeting on

November 25th at the Coon Valley Village Hall at 6:30 pm.

Secretary Becca Seelow called the meeting to order then

the pledges were recited. Secretary’s report was read and

approved with a motion by Kenny and second by Natalie.

The treasurer’s report was read and motion made by Eli and

seconded by Hunter. Motion approved. Old business

consisted of reminder to pay dues. And thanking all whom

helped with our 4-H promotion window display. We didn’t

win but still will receive $25 for participation. If you

brought items we used in the display please pick up after

the meeting. Fundraising ideas are Bird Seed sales as we

have done in the past. Historians would like to remind

members to take pictures of your projects or others to put in

the Nerison 4-H scrapbook. Next meeting will be our

Christmas party @ 2 pm at the Town of Coon Hall on Hwy.

14 on December 15. The committee for games and

activities are Becca and MacKenzi B. Our Christmas

outreach project is making Christmas stockings then

decorating and filling them with games, toys and candy.

We decorated and filled 15 stockings and Gajewski will

take them to Bethel Buttik. Some stuffers left so we will

make more stockings and fill at our Christmas party. Kenny

made a motion to adjourn and Natalie seconded. Motion

approved.

December-Nerison 4-H held their Christmas party on

December 15 @ 2p,m @ the Town of Coon Hall. We had

a potluck lunch which is always delicious. Some of the

activities were cupcake decorating, coloring pages and

decorating then filling the Christmas stockings given to the

Bethel Buttik. The kids all had a wonderful time. Next

meeting will be on January 27th at the Coon Valley Village

Hall @ 6:30 pm.

January- Nerison 4-H held their January meeting on Feb.

3 due to bad weather. The meeting was called to order by

Mycanzie Foster and the roll call was taken. Jordan gave

the treasurers report. The clover buds were excused for

their activity time. Old business: Please pay your dues to

Jordan if you haven’t already. Talked about our Christmas

party, everyone agreed it was a goodtime. The stockings,

we finished at the party, were filled and delivered to the

Bethel Butikk. The 4-H banquet was well attended. Project

discs were announced at the banquet by Becca Seelow and

handed out at our meeting. Great job everyone!! Becca S.

also received a leadership pin for her involvement in the

horse and pony project and club leadership. New business:

The arts fest is coming up on March 1. At the next meeting

we will have performances’ by our participants. Our club is

also running the food stand and Linda is committee chair.

This is a great fund raiser for the club. Older youth if you

want to be a camp counselor please check the newsletter.

We want new T-shirts so by next meeting bring a shirt

design to share. We will decide which one to use. We

passed around a Thank you card to be signed for Organic

Valley for letting us use their window for 4-H week display

contest. The Hoard’s Dairyman cow judging sheets were

handed out. Judge and bring back to the next meeting.

Meeting adjourned. A relay game was played. Next

meeting is Monday, February 24, @ 6:30 pm @ Coon

Valley Village Hall. Servers are Fosters and Gajewskis.

Lucky Clovers—Stilwell February—3rd 2014 at Zion Church, the Lucky Clovers 4-

H meeting was called to order by President Jessica

Bomkamp at 7:09 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by

Brady and the 4-H pledge was led by Rachel Falkers. Ally

took roll call and read the secretaries report. Brady moved

to accept the secretaries report with a second from Mitchell.

Amy gave the treasurers report and Mitchell moved to

accept it with a second from Ella. Rachel Nigh gave an

update on the Federation Meeting and presented Sheila

Petershiem with a special leader award.

Old business... Ella shared on caroling and Alex shared

about the ski trip.

New business... making and delivering Valentines cards.

Possibly going roller skating. Upcoming Arts

Fest presentations. Rachel Falkers gave a crocheting

presentation. Next month we will have a special speaker.

Andrew moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 with a

second from Ty. Our next meeting will be March 3rd.

Newsletter Deadline—

Please have your club minutes and project articles

emailed to cdaniels@vernoncoutny.org by the 20th

of each month.

Thank You!

Cindy Daniels

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APRIL 2014

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Leader/Parent

Federation Mtg

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Midwest Horse

Fair

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Midwest Horse

Fair

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Midwest Horse

Fair Ends

14 15 16 17 18

Good Friday

Office Closed

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Reality Daze

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Space Camp

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Meat Animal News

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 in

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.

What weight should the feeder steer be at

weigh-in? If we target a market weight at fair time of

1250 pounds for a medium frame steer (such as an

Angus or Angus cross) the days on feed are 151 days,

the average daily gain (ADG) will make the final

determination. Below are a few examples of the

calculation with a number of different ADG rates:

2.5 # ADG x 151 days on feed = 378 # of gain

1250 (estimated market weight) – 378 # = 872 #

feeder to weigh in.

3.0# ADG x 151 = 453. 1250 – 453 = 797# feeder

3.5# ADG x 151 = 529. 1250 – 529 = 721# feeder

To be able to sell your steer in the sale at the fair, it

must have a minimum ADG of 2.0#, minimum weight

of 1100#, at least low choice, and not more than a

yield grade 4.0.

Carcass Value Added per Day on Feed Award Q. What will it take to win this contest?

A. To win this contest, you will need to weigh in a

steer that is on the lighter side and have it gain weight

efficiently during the feeding period. Again, look at

the numbers from above. A 1250 pound live steer at

an average dressing percent of 62% says the carcass

weight will be 775 #, right in the middle of the carcass

weight requirement.

Q. What are the carcass requirements for the contest?

A. The carcass weight range is 650 – 850#. The

carcass must grade at least low choice, have a yield

grade less than 4.0 and a minimum ADG of 2.2#.

Sheep Weigh-in (Stay tuned, this may change also. Tim R.)

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 AND FAIR

WEIGH-INS

With the outbreak of PEDv (Porcine Epidemic

Diarrhea virus ) in swine herds in Wisconsin, State

Veterinarian Dr. McGraw has decided to ban all swine

county fair weigh-ins to help stop the spread of the

disease. As you can expect, this is creating the need

to change. At a special Vernon County Fair Livestock

Sale Committee meeting in February, it was decided

to make the swine show at the 2014 Vernon County

Fair a TERMINAL show. This was a strong

recommendation from the state veterinarian. A

terminal show simply means that the hogs at the fair

will not be allowed to go home. They will all have to

go to slaughter. The sale committee is currently

evaluating all the options that might be available to

accommodate this change.

There are still several questions that the committee is

discussing such as the identification process and if

some type of weighing procedure might still be

used. Another special committee meeting will be held

in March to make these final decisions. An email/

letter will be sent out as soon as this decision is

made. If you have questions about PEDv, you can go

to www.pork.org for more information or call the

UW-Extension Office.

Also New for 2014

Hogs will not be clipped while at the fair.

Tim Rehbein, Ag Agent

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Horse and Pony Project Meeting January—Project members in attendance: Kerbie Brose, Natalie Bolstad,

Emilie Brose, Lexi Christianson, Sierra Martinson, Angie Harnish, Eli Bolstad,

Alex Harnish, Olivia Abt, Macy Abt, Hope Petersheim, Bella Roth, Becca

Seelow, Mycanzie Foster. The meeting covered passing the 2014 contract,

setting activities for 2014, and project T-Shirts. The 2014 contract will be sent

out as soon as final arrangements are made for some of the activities.

The tentative dates for 2014 activities include but are not limited to:

April 11th-13th – Midwest Horse Fair

May 3rd -Fun Show (rain date May 10th) Location TBD

June 7th-8th -Clinic @ Fairgrounds

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

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

June 28th Trail Ride @ Location TBD

July 12th –State Qualifying Show @ Fairgrounds

July 19th-Gymkhana- Retreat @3:00p.m.

Aug. 30th – Practice Show @ 10:00a.m.- Fairgrounds

Oct. 4th – Trail Ride @ Location TBD

The next meeting is scheduled for February 16th, 2014 @ 1:00 p.m. UW Extension Office.

February 16, 2014 In attendance: Drew Dravis, Natalie Bolstad, Angie Harnish, Alex Harnish, Eli Bolstad,

Olivia Strasser, Sierra Martinson, Kerbie Brose, Josie Wiltrout, Emilie Brose, Bethany Roethel, Becca

Seelow. The horse and pony project members passed the 2014 Vernon Co. 4-H Horse and Pony Project

Contract. The packet will include a cover letter that explains each important document along with the

Acknowledgement of Requirements, the 4-H Horse Project Conformation of Requirements Form, and the

safety check. It is each members job to get the signatures needed to complete each form. The Wild West

Day's Fundraiser time sheets are available, all members are expected to help out with this fundraiser. Please

remember that this is our only fundraiser. Members can contact Mary Jane Harnish at mharnish@mwt.net or

(608) 675-3783 for available times, times are filling up fast; schedule yours as soon as possible.

Updated schedule of activities:

March 16th - Horse and Pony Project meeting @ UW Extension Building @ 1:00p.m.

April 11th-13th Midwest Horse Fair @ Madison

April 27th- Horse and Pony Project Meeting @ UW Extension Building @1:00p.m.

May 3rd - Spring Fun Show-Location still to be determined

June 7th-8th Overnight Clinic @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

June12th-Drill Team Practice @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds @ 6:00p.m.

June 14th-Trail Clinic w/ Pat Stevenson @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

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

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

July 12th -State Qualifying Show @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

July 19th -Gymkhana @ Retreat @ 3:00p.m.

Aug. 9th Trail Clinic w/ Pat Stevenson @ Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

Aug. 15th- Wild West Days Parade @Wild West Grounds

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

Aug. 30th- Practice Show @Vernon Co. Fairgrounds @ 10:00a.m.

Sept. 10th -14th -Vernon Co. Fair @Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

Oct. 4th- Trail Ride @ Wildcat Mt. State Park @10:00a.m.

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

WHERE: TBA WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2014

STARTS: PROMPTLY AT 10:00AM JUDGE: TBA

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

We are in need of a 2014 State Fair Dairy Coordinator!

No one has stepped up to be State Fair Dairy Coordinator this year. This event will not

happen until a volunteer coordinator is identified. Contact either Tim Rehbein or Colleen

Pulvermacher at the Extension Office to volunteer for this important position.

Email: trehbein@vernoncounty.org or cpulvermacher@vernoncounty.org

Phone: 608-637-5276

Participating at the State Fair in the dairy project, has been an opportunity

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

2014 Vernon County 4-H

Shooting Sports Activities

Whitetails Unlimited Banquet: Wednesday, April 9, 2014, Westby Rod & Gun

Club. Proceeds from this fundraiser event, will benefit Vernon County 4-H Youth

Shooting Sports program. For further information call Denise Bakkum-452-3370.

Required Annual Orientation: Sunday, June 8th, 2014, 5:30 p.m., Badgerland Pheasant Farm. This meeting

is for all shooting sports project 4-H members, parents & leaders. Food will be provided and a tour will take

place. Directions: S2047 East Ridge Rd, Westby. Heading north on highway 14 through Westby, turn right on

East Park Street which becomes East Ridge Rd. Farm is located approximately two miles outside of Westby.

Call the UW-Extension Office, 637-5276 or email cdaniels@vernoncounty.org with your RSVP today!

Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 4th. Please include the following information with your RSVP:

Youth name, parent attending meeting, phone # and club name.

4-H Shooting Sports Project Save The Dates

Practice Shoots:

6:00pm: June 15th, July 13th & Aug. 10th

Other Dates:

Sun., July 20—18th Annual 4-H Shoot

Sun., Aug. 24th—Vernon Co. Fair Premium Shoot

* Crossbows will not be allowed

Please Note: All practices, 4-H competitions & the Vernon County Fair Premium Shoot will be held at the

Coon Valley Conservation Club. Vernon County 4-H members that participate at the practice shoots,

annual competition and premium shoot, can put their name in drawing, that will be held at the premium

shoot on Aug.24th.

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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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7th Annual La Crosse County 4-H Archery Invitational

Friday or Saturday - March 28th or 29th, 2014 Registration deadline: Friday, March 21st

Registration Form

All events will be held indoors at La Crosse Archery, 1231 Oak Forest Drive, Onalaska, Wisconsin.

Mail this registration & fees to: UW-Extension La Crosse County, 400 4th Street North, Room 3140, La

Crosse WI 54601. Website: http://lacrosse.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-activities/shooting-sports/

Name ______________________________________________________________

Address/City/State/Zip __________________________________________________

County 4-H Program ___________________ Phone __________________________

E-mail __________________________________________ Current Grade ________ Event entry fees: $7.00 for first event ($3.00 late fee applies after 3/21)

$5.00 for each additional event Checks payable to: La Crosse County 4-H Shooting Sports Junior Division Intermediate Division Senior Division (grades 3-5) (grades 6-8) (grades 9-13) ____ Barebow _____ Barebow _____ Barebow ____ Bow without release _____ Bow without release _____ Bow without release ____ Freestyle _____ Freestyle _____ Freestyle Your division is determined by the current grade in school for the 2013 - 2014 school year. See match rules

for definitions of Barebow, Bow without release and Freestyle. All participants will receive a participation

award. The top three scorers in all divisions will receive special awards. If you sign-up for more than one

event, list a separate time for each.

Shooting Time Preference (please indicate your 1st and 2nd choices)

Friday 3/28: ___ 4:30 p.m. ___ 5:45 p.m. ___ 7:00 p.m.

Saturday 3/29: ___ 8:00 a.m. ___ 9:15 a.m. ___ 10:30 a.m.

If you do not hear from us, you have received your first time choice. For any questions or more information

you may call (608)785-9593 or email us: LaCrosseCounty4H@lacrossecounty.org

Permission Statement: I grant permission for my child to participate in the La Crosse County 4-H Archery Invitational. I release La Crosse

Archery, their employees, UW Board of Regents, UW-Extension (hereinafter University) employees, volunteers, other participants, and

donors from any financial responsibility for sickness or accident related to the tournament and/or while in attendance. I agree to pay all

expenses for property damage and medical expenses not covered by insurance. I authorize the use of photographs or videos of my child, my

family, and myself while attending/participating in this tournament for educational or media purposes. I grant the UW Board of Regents

and the University the right to use, publish, and copyright my image (including audio, moving image, or photograph) for educational

programs, websites, and promotion of University programs.

___________________________________ ____________________________________________

4-H Archer's Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

I certify that the archer is currently enrolled in 4-H Archery, understands archery safety rules, has received the

tournament rules and is entered in the correct classes.

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ARCHERY TOURNAMENT RULES

1. Junior competitors will shoot at 10 yards - 60 arrows.

Intermediate competitors will shoot at 15 yards - 60 arrows.

Senior competitors will shoot at 20 yards - 60 arrows.

Ten (10) practice shots will be allowed with a time limit of 4 minutes per round.

2. Only target or field points are to be used. No hunting points.

3. All types of bows (except footbows and crossbows) are permitted, i.e., longbows, recurves and compounds.

Division definitions (grades are based on current grade in school)

Barebow Any long bow, recurve, or compound bow without sights, stabilizers, or

mechanical release. Just a plain bow. Finger tabs or glove and arm guard

are allowed.

Bow without Release Can use pin and magnified sights and stabilizers. No releases and no

laser sights.

Freestyle Unlimited use/types of sights, stabilizers and releases.

4. All scoring will be done by the scoring judge. Any arrow or target touched before scoring will be scored as

a zero. All arrows that miss the target or hit the wrong target will be scored as a zero.

5. Scoring is determined by the position of the arrow shaft. The shaft must touch the scoring ring to score the

higher value.

6. Bounce-outs or pass-throughs will be scored only if the judge can unquestionably determine the point of

impact; otherwise, these will be re-shot at the end of the round.

7. Time limit 4 minutes per round (5 arrows).

8. No coaching or spotting allowed. Archers must adjust their own equipment on the line without any help.

Parents or coaches are not allowed to assist.

9. Equipment repairs needing assistance are permitted but limited. Archer must go off the line to do repair.

Repair is limited to one time only and not exceed 15 minutes.

10. Verbal range instructions/decisions by the Range Commander are final.

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SWINE UPDATE FROM WISCONSIN STATE FAIR

Wisconsin State Fair is excited to announce its 2014 Junior Swine Show programs:

Market Gilt Show: Terminal show format. Exhibitors may exhibit up to two market gilts. Gilts will show by

breed and weight. Gilts must be DNA identified by May 12. Show Date: Tuesday, Aug. 5

Market Barrow Show: Terminal show format. Exhibitors may exhibit up to two market barrows. Barrows will

show by breed and weight. Barrows must be DNA identified by May 12. Show Date: Tuesday, Aug. 5 and

Wednesday, Aug. 6

Performance Barrow Show. Performance weigh-in sites will NOT be offered in spring. Calculations will be

revised to include ultrasound and live evaluation.

Breeding Gilt Show. Not offered in 2014. Additional program rules and regulations can be found reading the

entry information at www.WiStateFair.com or by contacting Brian Bolan directly.

Wisconsin Southdown Association

2014 Southdown Ewe Lamb Award

Purpose: To promote youth involvement with Southdown sheep in Wisconsin by awarding youth with a quality

registered ewe lamb to begin their flocks.

Who is Eligible?

1. Wisconsin youth ages 9-16 enrolled in 4-H or FFA who do not already own Southdown sheep.

Requirements/Rules:

A written application must be submitted to the Wisconsin Southdown Association. Application materials are

presented on page 2. Mail application materials postmarked by March 25, 2014 to Debra McClintock, W2696

Hwy 16, Bangor, WI 54614 or email to mcclintockdebbie@rocketmail.com

Applications will be reviewed by a Wisconsin Southdown Association appointed committee. Winner(s) will be

selected based on quality of the application materials. The number of winners will be determined by the

number of ewes donated in that year.

The top applicants selected, will be contacted by the Wisconsin Southdown Association Board of Directors for a

phone interview, which will finalize the selection of the winners.

Winner(s) will be announced and animal(s) awarded at the Wisconsin Southdown Stars Sale & Symposium in

April. Winners will be contacted prior to the Sale and must be in attendance in order to receive the ewe lamb

(s). Each winner will receive individual instruction on feeding and care of the ewe lamb and a mentor will

be introduced who can be contacted any time for information and assistance. The mentor will report back to

the Wisconsin Southdown Association from time to time on the progress of the winner in raising his or her

ewe lamb.

The winner(s) of ewe lambs agree to maintain and raise their animals in clean facilities and provide appropriate

care. The ewe lamb must receive proper annual vaccinations and receive deworming and necessary

medications to maintain and assure good health. The ewe lamb must also receive proper nutrition (grain,

supplement, hay, mineral and pasture) in order for it to grow to its full potential.

Each winner will be required to make a written progress report to the Wisconsin Southdown Association along

with pictures of the ewe lamb due September 1, 2014. The ewe lamb must be shown at a minimum of 2

shows such as a local, county, or state fair or the Spring Preview or Sheep and Wool Festival shows.

Failure on the part of the youth who wins a ewe lamb to maintain it in good health, provide proper nutrition and

good animal husbandry care will result in forfeiture of the ewe lamb back to the Wisconsin Southdown

Association. All costs associated with feeding, caring and showing the ewe lamb are the sole responsibility

of the youth winner. The Wisconsin Southdown Association assumes no responsibility or liability for the

animal once it is delivered to the winner and is not required to replace the animal in the event of death.

Complete information and application is available at the Vernon County UW-Extension Office.

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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!

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

Complete Registration information and forms are available at the

Vernon County UW-Extension Office.

Please return Registration Form, Health Form, and $20 check made out to:

Buffalo County 4-H Leaders by April 11, 2014 to:

Buffalo County UW–Extension 407 S. 2nd St.; PO Box 276

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RICHLAND COUNTY 4-H RABBITS R US RABBIT SHOW

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Richland Center Community 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.

All entries are final and there will be no refund of

entry frees. Animals are to be brought in their own

cages. Exhibitors will be responsible for cleaning up

after their own animals. Richland County 4-H

Rabbits R Us Club and Show Committee and

Richland County 4-H Program are not responsible for

any losses due to fire, theft, or accident. Every

precaution will be taken to prevent such occurrences.

Please include the tattoo number on the registration

sheet. If your rabbit is not tattooed, putting a number

in the ear with a black marker will be accepted. If you

send the tattoo numbers, the remark cards will be

already completed upon registration the day of the

event.

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

or 608-604-3449 (cell).

Complete entry information is available at Vernon

County UW-Extension Office.

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Wisconsin 4-H Foundation 2014-2015 Scholarship Application

Scholarship Instructions

Please review these instructions as the application process for 2014 has changed. Beginning in 2014, you may apply for one scholarship from the 4-H Foundation. Please review the attached

criteria for each of the 4-H Foundation scholarships and select the scholarship that is specific to your

experiences and academic pursuits.

Please note that the 4-H Foundation is no longer accepting e-mailed scholarship applications. Please mail

completed applications, including sealed transcripts to: The 4-H Foundation, 702 Langdon St, Madison,

WI 53706

Below is a list of steps for completing your scholarship application:

_____ Review the criteria for the 4-H Foundation scholarships and select the one that is specific to your

experiences and academic program

_____ Answer all the questions on the application form

_____ Enclose a sealed copy of your transcripts

_____ Review and sign the application

_____ If you are under the age of 18, a parent or guardian’s signature is required

_____ Take your completed/signed application to the 4-H Agent / UW Extension Office in your county

_____ The UW Extension Agent will review and sign your application, OR will ask that you make some

changes before he/she will sign the application

The Deadline for submission is March 31, 2014. In order to receive full consideration, all application

materials must arrive in the same envelope and be post marked no later than March 31, 2014. (Please see

page 3 of this application under transcripts and letters of recommendation, if your college/university will

only mail transcripts to an intended recipient).

Enterprise Clover Sponsor Equity’s A Good Way to

Grow Program Reaches the Half-Way Point

Equity Cooperative Livestock Sales Association’s A Good Way To Grow program has now reached its half-

way mark, recording $45,090 that will be shared with the Wisconsin 4-H and FFA Foundations, as well as

FFA chapters within the states of Iowa and Illinois. The program began in July, when Equity Livestock

committed to contributing 10¢ for every animal marketed for one year to youth development to help increase

resources and invest in positive involvement for youth and now half of the way into its pledge cycle it is

reporting promising results. “We are at the midpoint of our program and results thus far have been

encouraging. Our livestock numbers continue to grow which reflects our patrons’ dedication during our busy

feeder and dairy sale months. These results allow us to continue our financial support of these two great youth

organizations that create a positive outcome for youth interested in agriculture,” stated Chuck Adami, Equity’s

president and CEO. Adami added, “When patrons market livestock through Equity, we keep track of each

animal sold. The 10¢ isn’t deducted from the producer’s check; we subtract that amount from our bottom line

and this is what goes to fund A Good Way To Grow. By working together, we will help improve programs

and services for today’s youth in agribusiness. Thank you for your continued support!” The Baraboo-based

Equity Cooperative operates 12 auction markets and services producers in Illinois, Iowa, Michigan,

Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Equity assists producers with the marketing, managing and

financing of their agricultural business.

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Here’s What’s Cookin’

March Recipe

From the Kitchen of Jayne Anderson

Seas Branch Smithies 4-H Club

Cheesy Potatoes

Ingredients:

2 lb Frozen Hash Browns

1/4 C Butter, Melted

1 Tsp Salt

1/2 Tsp Pepper

1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup

1 Pint Sour Cream

2 Cups grated Cheddar Cheese

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients and place in large

casserole or cake pan. Bake at 350degrees for

45 –60 minutes. You also cook in crock pot on

high for 4 hours.

Friday March 7 Sewing with Pat—Registration

Deadline

4:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office

Saturday March 15 Sewing with Pat! Noon—4:00

p.m.

UW-Extension, 1st

Floor Conference Rm

Sunday March 16 Vernon Co. Horse & Pony Project

Meeting

1:00 p.m. UW-Extension Office

Sunday March 16 Grant County Happy Hoppers Rabbit

Club Youth Show

7:30 a.m. Grant Cty Fairgrounds,

Lancaster, WI

Tuesday March 18 Volunteer Orientation 6:30 p.m. UW-Extension Office

Wednesday March 19 4-H Day at the Capitol Madison

Friday March 21 7th Annual La Crosse County 4-H

Archery Invitational –Reg Deadline

UW-Extension Office,

La Crosse County

Tuesday March 25 Southdown Ewe Lamb Award—

Application Deadline

Debra McClintock,

Bangor, Wisconsin

Friday March 28 7th Annual La Crosse County 4-H

Archery Invitational

La Crosse Archery,

Onalaska, Wi.

Saturday March 29 7th Annual La Crosse County 4-H

Archery Invitational

La Crosse Archery,

Onalaska, Wi.

Monday March 31 Wisconsin 4-H Foundation

Scholarship Application—Deadline

4-H Foundation,

Madison

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