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Trempealeau County 4-H Newsletter

OCTOBER 2017 CLOVER disPATCH

inside this issue:

Calendar 2 Minutes & Announcements 3-6 Annual Halloween Party 7 Clover College 8-9 Programs & Events 10-17 Christmas for Kids 18 Scholarship 19 Constests 20-26 Century/Sesquicentennial 27-30 Leaders Board 31 Forms 32-34

Trempealeau County UW-Extension Office

36245 Main St. Po Box 67 Whitehall, WI 54773

Phone: (715) 538-2311 Ext. 210

Fax: (715) 538-1974

Website: http://trem pealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrempealeauCounty4H?ref=stream

We have begun a new 4-H

year as of September 1st!

Please login to 4HOnline at

www.4honline.com to re-

enroll for the 2017-2018

year.

If you have any issues or

questions with this process

please contact the Extension

Office.

Annual Leader Training Date Set This training will allow clubs from across the county to share best prac-

tices, ask questions about issues they may be facing, and allow people to

get to know each other and build a support network between clubs. EVE-

RY club needs to send AT LEAST ONE adult representative to one of the

following events:

Tuesday— October 3rd 6:30-8pm Galesville Public Library OR

Thursday — October 5th 6-7:30pm Tremplo Room, Tremp. Co. Courthouse

These events will last approximately 90 minutes. Please RSVP for your

club by emailing [email protected] with the names and number

of attendees.

HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK OCTOBER 1ST - 7TH

Hello Everyone!

Fall is here and as the days get shorter and the leaves begin to

change there are a lot of things to look forward to. This is the time

of year we often see potential new members visiting our clubs to see

what 4-H is all about. Think about planning a fun activity to get to

know and welcome these new families and help them to navigate the

process of getting started on their 4-H journey.

This is also the time of year to re-enroll if you are currently in

4-H. We have had a lot of members re-enroll so far but we still have

a lot more left to sign back up. The official re-enrollment period

ends November 1st.

I also highly encourage everyone to take a look at the trips

and awards section of the newsletter to see what you can do beyond

your local club. There is a selection process for these trips and

awards and the county can often help with some of the costs of

these amazing opportunities. This is a great experience where you

can meet and have fun with 4-Hers from all across the state.

So get out and enjoy the fall, encourage your friends to give 4

-H a try, and look into applying for a trip or award for next year!

Adam Trunzo

4-H Youth Development Educator

http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/forms-applications/

http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/forms-applications/

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Trempealeau County CLOVER disPATCH

Please Visit: http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4hyd/ for up to date event info.

OCTOBER

October 1-7 National 4-H Week

October 3-7 World Dairy Expo—Madison

October 7 Space Camp Registration begins

October 7-8 4H Arts Camp

October 9 Columbus Day

October 12 National Farmer’s Day

October 14 Kids & Cows Family Day, Barron County Fairgrounds

October 16 4H Trip Applications deadline

October 19-22 Minnesota Beef Expo

October 20 All Record Books Due to the UW Extension Office

October 21 Clark County Rabbit Fun Show

October 23 Leaders’ Board Meeting—6pm—Trip Interviews

October 25 Honey Bee Poster Contest deadline

October 27 Disc Orders Due to UW Extension Office

October 28 Clover College—Whitehall High School - 9am to 2pm

October 29 Leaders’ Association Halloween Party - 2pm to 5pm

October 31 Halloween

NOVEMBER

November 1 4-H Re-enrollment deadline

November 5 Daylight Savings Time Ends

November 6 North American International Livestock Exposition, Louisville, KY

November 7 Election Day

November 8 National STEM Day

November 10 Badger Swine Symposium UW River Falls

November 10-12 4-H Horse Leadership Conference

November 11 Veteran’s Day

November 23 Thanksgiving—Office Closed

November 24 Office Closed

November 24-28 National 4H Congress - Atlanta GA

November TBD Leaders’ Board Meeting

DECEMBER

December 1-3 Badger Kick-Off Classic, Madison

December 7 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

December 21 First Day of Winter

December 22 Office Closed

December 24 Christmas Eve

December 25 Christmas

December 26 Kwanzaa Begins

December 31 Space Camp Registration ends

December 31 New Year’s Eve

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Club Minutes

On Monday September 11th, 2017, the Glas-

gow Hardies Creek Busy Bees started their

evening at about 6 o’clock at the Glasgow Com-

munity School House making homemade ice

cream. Those members who were in attend-

ance learned how to make their own homage

ice cream, along with enjoying the taste.

Shortly after everyone ate their ice cream

and ate the meal that was provided, Alexi

Hunter, president, called the meeting to or-

der.

Our American Pledge was lead by Aleah

Hunter and the 4-H Pledge was lead by Cora

Bolterman. There was no secretary or treasur-

er's report for the night.

After thanking everyone for the help that has

been done in the past few months and con-

gratulating everyone on another year well

done, we welcomed three new members. Kobe

Johnson, Brett Servais, and Calvin Servais

were welcomed to our club.

After addressing the Old and New Business on

the agenda our club moved on to our officer

elections. Elected President for another term

was Alexi Hunter, elected Vice President for

another term was Hunter Andersen, Aleah

Hunter was elected Secretary, Sawyer Smock

was elected Treasurer, Cyra Bolterman was

elected for the position of the Historian, this

year’s Photographer will be Maggie Lloyd, and

Kinley Andersen was elected Reporter.

Finally after another busy meeting, Alexi ad-

journed the meeting with the first motion

made by Kinley Andersen and a second motion

by Hunter Andersen.

The September meeting of the Silver Creek Val-ley 4-H Club was called to order on September 10

th, 2017.

Roll Call was taken and there were nineteen members present. Pledges were led by Brant Robinson and Kyle Seiling. Secretary’s Report was read, Tasha Kreger moved to approve and Melanie Robinson seconded, motion carried. Treasurer’s Report was read our current balance is $810.31, Michael Kreger moved to approve, and Brady Seiling seconded, motion carried. For Old Business we had the Whispering Pines Fun Event which will be on September 16

th from

Noon-3 pm. Sierra Braun moved that the Swine Herdsmanship Trophy be placed with the Lawrys, Gavin Smikrud seconded, motion carried. We also discussed 4-H trips. For New Business 4-H Online is now open and Clover College will be on October 28

th.

Sierra Braun moved that we change the club elections from October to September, Melanie Robinson seconded, motion carried. Melanie Robinson moved set the Record Book deadline for the Club Record Books to August 31

st, Paige

Braun seconded, motion carried. Record Books will now be due to the Silver Creek Valley Club Leader(s) by August 31

st beginning 2018 and

Club elections will now be held at the September meeting. Also from now on in order for a member to attend a club funded activity, the member must have participated in at least one fundraising activity. We also discussed possible fundraising opportu-nities and fun activities. Elections were held and the new officers are: President: Amanda Kreger Vice-President: Brandt Robinson Secretary: Sierra Braun Treasurer: Hailey Giemza Reporter: Brady Seiling The next meeting will be held on October 8

th at

4:00pm at the Galesville Town Hall. Zach Kreger moved to adjourn Kyle Seiling seconded, motion carried. Meeting was adjourned. Sincerely, Amanda Kreger

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Club Minutes Lincoln Pioneers 4-H Monthly Meeting

September 10. 2017, 4 p.m., Independence Fire

Station

Meeting called to order at 4:05 p.m. by General

Leader, Kim

American and 4-H pledges were led by Sid Dailey

and Abram Gamroth

Club Bi-laws were reviewed, edits made, motion to

approve by Morgan Przybylla, seconded by Sid, all

approve, motion carries. Kim will present updated

copy at an upcoming meeting.

Demonstrations

Mason Przybylla did a demonstration on how he

can Pogo Stick

Rylie Guza talked about gymkhana and her suc-

cessful day at the state event which was held

yesterday, September 9.

We worked on our yearlong calendar keeping in

mind that club meetings should consist of Busi-

ness, Education and Activity. We also considered

how Head, Heart, Hands and Health are incorpo-

rated into the things which we have planned. This

was a great discussion with all members giving in-

put. Kim will type up the calendar and have copies

ready for the October meeting.

$50 check from the Milk Marketing Board will be

used to buy give-aways at our Achievement ban-

quet. Motion by Sid, second by Mason, all ap-

proved, motion passes.

Our next meeting will be held on October 8, 4

p.m., Independence Fire Station at which time we

will be doing the election of officers.

Respectfully submitted,

Kim Przybylla, Secretary On September 17 I attended a rabbit workshop at the

fairgrounds. I learned about conformation of a rabbits

body, and how important color is in a rabbits fur. One

of the big things I learn about was how to be a re-

sponsible breeder. Thank you to the Semb family for

all of their hard work and patience in teaching me

about my furry friends!

Sid Dailey—Lincoln Pioneers

Hale & Hardy Secretaries Report

Saturday, September 9th, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.

Pleasantville Town Hall

The meeting was called to order by President Ken-

dra Goplin.

Pledges were said. All officers are in attendance.

Treasurer’s Report was read by Owen Imgrund

and approved by the club.

Secretary’s Report was summarized by Vaida Go-

plin.

Old Business

Fair expenses – please turn them in to Owen

for reimbursement.

New Business

Please re-enroll in 4H now at 4HOnline. The

deadline is Nov 15th.

Pictures are needed for an ad promotion high-

lighting 4H kids. Please submit these to Adam

Trunzo by Monday, Sept 11th.

Sign up for snacks and demonstrations for the

2017-18 year.

Activities were planned for each month of the

new club year.

Election of Officers. The club voted to keep

the same officer team as last year, but that they

could trade roles.

So the new President is Zach Sirianni, Vice Presi-

dent is Kendra Goplin, Treasurer is Owen Imgrund,

Secretary is Elizabeth Sirianni, and the Historian

is Vaida Goplin.

Thank you to the Goplin’s for providing a snack.

NEXT MEETING is October 14th. Bring items for

a college box. We’ll be making apple pies.

Respectfully submitted by Elizabeth Sirianni.

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ARE YOU MISSING SOMETHING ????

The following items were left at the

Fair

Pink lace shrug

Kids blue tank top

Black lace tank top

South Dakota Sweatshirt

Kids rain jacket

Dairy show halter

sunglasses (2)

umbrella

Please contact Cindy George with a description of

your lost item at [email protected] or Fair phone of

608-582-4508

If the above items are not claimed by

January 1, 2018 - they will be

thrown away.


2018 WEIGH—IN DATES

Beef Weigh-In—February 24th

10-AM to NOON

NFO, Independence

(Snow Date March 3rd)

Swine Weigh-In—April 7th

9AM to Noon

Fairgrounds, Galesville

Sheep Weigh-In—April 21st

10AM to NOON

Blair-Taylor School

2017 4-H Rabbit Fun Show

Hosted By: Clark & Taylor County Rabbit Committees

Saturday, October 21st

Clark County Fair Grounds in Neillsville, WI

8:30 a.m. (doors open) / 10:00 a.m. (exhibiting begins)

Rabbit Classes: Junior (under 6 months) & Senior (over 6

months)

Open to ALL youth under 19 years of age

Pre-registration is due by October 13th

Disc, Plaques & Nameplates

ATTENTION Clubs: if you are interested in

ordering 4H discs this year, please use the

online disc catalog to order your them.

Disc orders will be due October 27th

To view the disc catalog please go online to:

trempealeau.uwex.edu

click on 4H Youth Development—4H Pro-

jects—Participating Disc Catalog

(the updated order form is also located here)

mailto:[email protected]

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Sunday, October 29th 2p.m. to 5p.m.

ATTENTION ALL 4-H CLUBS: Come and put on your best cos-

tumes and join the Leader’s Board and Ambassadors at the Trempealeau

County 4-H Halloween Party!

There will be a costume contest, games, hayrides, and of course, deli-

cious treats!

Please bring a spooky treat to share,

IF you dare…

Pizza, Chips and drinks will be provided

Dress warm this an outside/barn event

Costume Judging will be at 2:30pm

Hayrides will be 3:30p.m. to 5pm

Location: N29622 Quarne Rd. Blair, WI (down the road from the Blair

Sportsmen Club)

4-H members bring a friend along and show them the fun of 4-H

Questions, please contact Charlotte Everson at 608-989-2310 or

Heather Smock at 608-712-0097

2017 Charter Renewals

A reminder to Club and Project leaders that charters are due to the Extension Office by November

1st. If you would like assistance with the charter process or if you have questions. Please let us know

Flag Poles at the Fair

The flag poles that have been used at the fair could use some sorely needed maintenance to keep fly-

ing high during our fair. If your club would be willing to help repair these flags please contact the Ex-

tension Office.

4-H Food Stand Assistance

We are looking for a club or individual who would be willing to help manage the food stand at the fair.

If you are willing or able to help out with this please contact the Extension Office. Thanks!

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Clover College is THE perfect chance for you to meet awesome new people, make cool arts and crafts,

learn something new, and see all the possibilities 4-H has to offer!

This years Clover College will be held on October 28th at the Whitehall Elementary School

There will be a flat $5 cost for general registration. This registration fee covers lunch

and all sessions You can attend from 1-3 sessions during the day and learn about a whole bunch of really awe-

some (and useful) stuff! The event will last from 9am until 2pm and include three sessions

Session One: 9-10:15am Session Two: 10:20am-11:35pm Lunch: 11:35-12:05pm

Whole Group Activity 12:05-12:25pm Session Three: 12:30-1:45pm

Plan to attend one session or spend the day. Bring along a friend! Community members (non 4-

H members) and parents are ABSOLUTELY welcome to attend! Most sessions are open to mem-

bers, leaders, and parents but may be geared towards different ages based on the subject being

taught. There will be a funding request listening session at lunch for 4-H families.

Take a look at the front and back of this sheet and choose which workshops or programs sound

like a blast and fill out the sign up sheet (on back) with your top choices. Spots will be filled on

a first come, first served basis so sign up early!

Pizza will be served for lunch or you can bring a lunch with you

If you have any questions at all please contact Adam Trunzo at: [email protected] or

715-538-2311 ext. 210

Open to All Youth, K-12! October 28th, 9am to 2pm at the

Whitehall Elementary School Building

9:00am—10:15am (Session 1) The Power of Wind Instructor: Sid Dailey Grades: Any Class Size 16 We will be engineering all sorts of cool contraptions that will harness the pow-er of wind to move around. We will be building all sorts of fun craft to see who can best use the power of the wind! New Club Officer Orientation Instructor: Adam Trunzo Grades: All new leaders Class Size: Any Any new or existing club officers or potential club leaders are invited to join us in getting to know the various officer duties. Great for new or returning offic-ers! Tree Weaving on Paper Plates

Instructor: Sue Byom Grades: 2nd to 6th Class Size: 12

We will be painting a landscape on the plate and then creating a loom out of

the plate to weave a fall tree. Come express your artistic side with this fun

project!

9:00am—10:15am Session 1 (continued) Sewing Project –Pillowcase Instructor: Pam George Grades: K-5 Class Size: 10 Learn to sew a pillowcase. If time allows we can explore other fun projects! You will need your sewing machine, a sewing scissor, white thread, and extension cord. To take this class you will need to know how to thread your sewing ma-chine or be accompanied by an adult who knows the machine. All machines are different. Fun project for home or for gifts. Super Stupendous Soils!

Instructor: Steve Okonek Grades: All Class Size: 10 Come along and dig in the dirt! This session will show you how we all depend on soil every day for everything we do. Hands on learning centers will highlight soil anchoring plants, how soil properties influence construction of a railroad and other structures, products that come from soil, and other fascinating aspects of soil.

All About Rockets!

Instructor: Amanda Hegge Grades: K-5 Class Size: 12

Do you like rockets and things that fly through the air? If so then this is the activity for you ! We will be making Alka-Seltzer rockets and stomp rockets and testing them out to see how far they can go!

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10:20am-11:35am (Session 2) 4-H New Volunteer Orientation Instructor: Adam Trunzo Grades/Class Size: Any

This course is required for any new 4-H volunteer and will cover all mandatory train-ings and is a great way to learn all about 4-H as an adult!

Copper Tooled Pumpkins Instructor: Sue Byom Grades: 3rd to 9th Class Size 12

Come and learn how to work with metal! We will be drawing a pumpkin and then transferring the design to the copper and using a wooden stylus to do repousse and chasing (pushing in and out of the metal to create a relief).

Introduction to Broadcasting

Instructor: John Kelly Grades: 5th and up Class Size: 6

Learn the basics behind broadcast; operate a studio cameral or try giving a weather forecast. Basic shot composition will be covered. Become a news anchor!

Location: Meet in front of elevator on 1st floor of courthouse (youth must get to courthouse).

Knowing Your Livestock

Instructor: Steve Okonek Grades: 3rd and Up Class Size: 15

We will be discussing choosing a project animal. This will include pen size, feed and water consumption at various ages, and how to plan ahead.

Cloverbuds: Watch me Grow through 4-H!

Instructor: Heather Smock and Little Miss/Mr. Grades: K-2 Class Size: Any

We will have a FUN time getting to know our Trempealeau County Cloverbud Friends, while learning about 4-H through various Activities & Craft Pro-ject! Information will also be shared about other FUN Events/Activities that are available to Cloverbuds throughout the year. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join in the FUN too!

Sewing Project –Table Runner Instructor: Pam George Grades: K-5 Class Size: 10

Learn to sew a table runner. If time allows we can explore other fun projects! You will need your sewing machine, a sewing scissor, white thread, and extension cord. To take this class you will need to know how to thread your sewing machine or be accompanied by an adult who knows the machine. All machines are different. Fun project for home or for gifts.

12:30pm-1:45pm (Session 3) Crayon Resist Night Owls

Instructor: Sue Byom Grades: K-6th Class Size: 12

Explore a cool new way to make art! We will be drawing an owl at night with crayons and then using watercolor paint over the top. The wax in the crayon pushes the water in the paint off of it so the paint will be only seen where the crayon is not.

How to Take Better Pictures!

Instructor: Isabelle Mooney Grades: Any Class Size: 10

Come brush up on your camera skills. Want to learn what rule of thirds are? What are some of your camera settings used for. Bring your camera or let the office know if you need to borrow one.

Fall Crafts Bonanza!

Instructor: Sam Tetzlaff Grades: K-3 Class Size: 10 Scissors, glue, popsicle sticks, paint and yarn! We are going to be making some fun fall crafts including a scarecrow and gourd painting. If you like to make stuff , paint, glue and create then this is the class for you!

Serious Slime

Instructor: Maya Rose Grades: Any Class Size: 12

Barf slime, glitter slime, brain slime! Come to this workshop and make all different kinds of slime as we explore chemistry and all the fun stuff we can make when we mix things together!

Charter Paperwork Meeting

Instructor: Adam Trunzo Grades: Adults Class Size: Any

We will check charter paperwork, give each other ideas and feedback, and

see what great things are happening in our clubs and projects.

Lost in Space!

Instructor: Amanda Hegge Grades: 2-5 Class Size: 12

Come learn all about outer space! We will be making our very own swirly sparkling galaxies in a jar and explore the science and mystery behind ultra-violet radiation! This is some super science!

2017 Clover College Participant Registration Form

Name ____________ Club(If in 4-H) Grade_______ Email___________________________________________ Phone _ __Work/Cell ________________ I will NOT be eating the pizza lunch ________

Please select your 1st, 2nd, 3rd choices for each session

If we do not notify you, you received your first choice you signed up for….

9:00 – 10:15am The Power of Wind (any grade)

New Club Officer Orientation (any grade)

Tree Weaving on Paper Plates(3rd grade & up)

Sewing Project—Pillowcase (see requirements)

Super Stupendous Soils! (any grade)

All About Rockets (K-5th grade)

10:20– 11:35am

4H New Volunteer Orientation (any grade) Copper Tooled Pumpkins (3rd—9th grade) Intro to Broadcasting (5th & up) Knowing Your Livestock (3rd & up) Cloverbuds: Watch me Grow through 4-H! (K-2nd grade) Sewing Project –Table Runner (K-5th grade)

12:30-1:45pm

Crayon Resist Night Owls (K-6th) How to Take Better Pictures! (any grade) Fall Crafts Bonanza (K—3rd) Serious Slime (any grade) Charter Paperwork Meeting (adults) Lost in Space! (2nd-5th grade)

Please include check or money order payable to: Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders’ Board DUE October 20th! There will be NO REFUNDS after October 20th

Must return WITH payment to be registered: UW-Extension P.O. Box 67 Whitehall, WI 54773 Or download a digital copy by visiting: http://trempealeau.uwex.edu

You can email information and preferences to: [email protected] or [email protected]

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2017 Honey Bee Poster Contest

Honey Bees: Where They Live

Divisions: 2nd grade and under; 3-5 grade; 6-8 grade; 9-12 grade

Rules:

11”x14” poster board

Print name, address, age, & grade clearly on back

Include theme in design

Posters become property of the WHPA

Prizes for Each Division: 1st – $35; 2nd – $25; 3rd – $15

Mail by October 25, 2017 to:

Sharon Pufahl

W6432 Hwy O, Mauston, WI 53948

608-847-4407

2018 Educational Programs Adult Advisor Application Now Available Posted on September 12, 2017 by justin.lieck

Preparations for next year’s Educational Experiences are well under way at the state office. We have

updated our Adult Advisor Application for 2018, and it is now available online here. This application co-

vers Adult Advisor Positions for Space Camp, Citizenship Washington Focus, and National Congress. In-

formation on each of these programs is available on our website: https://fyi.uwex.edu/wi4hedopp/.

Please encourage any adult volunteers in your county that may be interested in an Adult Advisor Posi-

tion or that you feel would be a great fit to apply. We are always looking for new volunteers to build

capacity and strengthen our 4-H Educational Experiences and 4-H across the state.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amber Rehberg [email protected]

(608-262-1557) or Justin Lieck [email protected] (608-263-5971).

Thank you for continuing to support our Educational Programs and great volunteers who make programs

like these possible!

Space Camp Online Registration begins October 7th

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Do you have 4-H members in grades 6-8 who would benefit from a premier leadership development experience in Washington DC?Consider reserving spots on for the 5th edition of the Leadership Washington Focus experience. About the trip: Leadership Washington Focus (LWF) is a 4-H leadership program for youth currently in grades 6-8 (2016-17 school year). The program will take place at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center, just 1 mile from the Washington, D.C. bor-der. For more than 50 years, thou-sands of 4-H’ers have participated in our high school program, Citizen-ship Washington Focus and now we are happy to introduce its precursor for middle school 4-H’ers, LWF. Middle school 4-H delegates will:

Build confidence in their ability to motivate and direct others in meaningful action

Practice effective communica-tion with others through group dis-cussion and public speaking

Work with others to create and accomplish goals

Develop an understanding of their own personal leadership style

Exchange ideas, practice re-spect, and form friendships with other 4-H’ersfrom across the nation. Experience hands-on learning using the historical backdrop of Washing-ton, D.C.

Some specifics:

Youth from any WI 4-H county are welcome.

Dates of travel July 15-20, 2018 (only one session will be offered next summer)

Reservation for seats are due no later than December 1st, with invoices sent later in the month

Total trip cost will not exceed $1100 per youth participant and includes: Round-trip transporta-tion. Leadership Washington Focus program registration (includes lodging and meals at the 4-H Center), and some incidentals.

Travel will be by coach bus (Alternative travel may be considered depending on group size and cost)

Chris Viau, Wood County 4-H Agent, is the trip Coordinator Youth and parents will participate in a orientation session in a semi-central area prior to the trip, in per-son or via technology. Contact Chris Viau, [email protected] or 715.421.8439 for more information.


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Leaders Board

State, National & International Trip Opportunities &

Award Guidelines (UPDATED): To encourage participation in these opportunities, the Trempealeau County

Leader’s Board approved to offer applicants more media options to qualify

for awards and trips.

Application process steps:

Complete the Trempealeau County Award & Trip Application.

Complete two of the following media options to be considered for the trips and or awards

of your choice.

1) Complete a Member’s Evaluation Form available on the state 4-H website:

http://4h.uwex.edu/pubs/pubdetails.cfm?publicationid=69

Or

2) Complete a 4-H Record Book- following the guidelines for your age requirement.

Forms available on the Trempealeau County 4-H website: http://

trempealeau.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/record-book-forms/

Or

3) Other media that clearly demonstrates the member's involvement in 4-H

(please contact Extension Office before choosing this option)

And

Attend the October 23rd Leaders’ Board meeting for trip interviews. You should

come ready to answer questions about how you will be prepared for the trip, why

you wish to attend the trip, what you hope to gain from the experience, and how

you will share what you have learned when you return.

Obtain one letter of reference from Club General Leader

Submit application, media form of choice, and letter of reference postmarked by October

14th, 2017 to the Extension office. No late applications will be accepted after October 16th.

Personal Interviews will be conducted on Monday October 23, 2017 at 6:00 pm at the Leader’s

Board Meeting in the Tremplo Room of the Trempealeau County Courthouse.

Please note that additional trips and awards will be added for

the September newsletter. The following is not a complete

list of trips!

http://4h.uwex.edu/pubs/pubdetails.cfm?publicationid=69

http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/record-book-forms/

http://trempealeau.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/record-book-forms/

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International Youth Exchange (More info at: http://wi4hinternational.org/ )

What is it? Every summer, more than 70 youth from 7 different countries spend one month with

Wisconsin host families. Some families even host for an entire school year. In addition Wisconsin

youth also have the chance to travel to and live in either Costa Rica, Japan, Finland, or South Korea

in 2018!

Who can participate? Host families must have a youth of the same age and gender as the ex-

change student.

When is it? July-August 2018

Where is it? Your home or around the world

Why should you participate? Hosting a young person from another country is a wonderful oppor-

tunity to expand your horizons, learn about another culture and develop lifelong friendships without

even leaving your home! Travelling to another country and immersing yourself in the local culture is

an experience few traveler are able to experience. You get to actually be a part of a family and a

community instead of just snapping pictures on a tour.

For more information visit: http://wi4hinternational.org/

Key Award (More info at: http://www.co.brown.wi.us/i_brown/d/uw_extension/4-h_key_award_information.pdf ) What is it? The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award Program recognizes a select group of 4-H participants who have demonstrated consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills and actively participated in the functions of their 4-H club and community. Who is eligible? Youth in 10th grade or older who have completed three years of club work and one year of youth leadership When/where is it? It is presented at the Trempealeau County Fair 2018 Why apply? In addition to being recognized for your outstanding 4-H career, each Key Award recipient receives a framed certificate and a Key Award pin.

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WESTERN Spirit Experience! What is it? An educational travel Experience for Southwest and Northwest Region 4-H Youth in 9th grade and

up WHEN IS IT? Tentative dates are June 20-30, 2018 Where is it? The experience will begin with transportation to St. Croix Falls and head west from there. We are

partnering with the national park service and will incorporate six national park units in the experi-ence:

St. Croix falls national scenic riverway Badlands national park Mount Rushmore national memorial Yellowstone national park Grand Teton national park Devil’s tower national monument

Activities will include ranger-led educational programs, service learning projects, hiking, some camp-ing, and fun!!!

What’s the cost? Very tentative cost of $1,500 per person

Why do it? short term outcomes from our logic model include:

Youth learn about the foundation and background of national parks Youth gain an appreciation of natural resources Youth gain outdoor skills and leadership skills

In the long term, we hope to create citizens who are educated about and advocates for conservation, preservation and the environment!

What Happens Next? Please begin talking with your leaders to determine if they are interested in sending youth

on this experience, and watch for more details! Questions? Contact a planning team member: Anna DeMers ([email protected]), Adam Trunzo ([email protected]) Doug Liphart ([email protected])

The American Spirit East Leadership Program is a wonderful opportunity for youth to develop knowledge of America's heritage, citizenship and leadership.

Featured sites include:

Valley Forge

Philadelphia – Independence Hall, Liberty Bell…

New York – Harbor Tour, 911 Memorial, Night Tour of New York

Mayflower II/Plymouth Rock…

Boston/Freedom Trail/Lexington & Concord/Atlantic Ocean

Whale Watching/Lobster Dinner/Salem

Niagara Falls

This is available to youth who have completed 8th-10th grade by the summer of 2018

Dates: June 8-17th Cost $1350 (tentative) Passports will be required for Canada portion of trip

For more information please contact Amber Rehberg at [email protected]




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Trempealeau County Award & Trip Selection Application

Name: ______________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________ Email Address:________________________________________________________ Phone Number:________________________________________________________ Name of parent of guardian:_______________________________________________ 4-H Club: ____________________________________________________________ Grade for school year starting fall of 2017: (Circle One)

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What is your best preference on how you would like to receive information? (Circle one)

Email Telephone Mail

Mark below the awards of trips you are applying for:

____ Key Award

____ Wisconsin 4-H & Youth Conference

____ Citizenship Washington Focus

____ Leadership Washington Focus

____ Space Camp

____ National 4-H Conference

____ National 4-H Congress

____ International Youth Exchange

____ American Spirit East

____ Western Spirit Experience

Give a brief explanation on why you are applying for the award or trip you selected:

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What type of media forms have you chosen to be considered for the trips or awards?

_____ Complete & Submit Members Evaluation Form

_____ Complete & Submit 4-H Record Book

Who will be submitting your letter of reference? Name of Club General Leader:

______________________________________________________________

Remember that you will need to attend the October 23rd Leader’s Board Meeting to do

your personal interview to be considered for these opportunities.

Phone interviews will not be conducted this year so please plan accordingly.

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Leader’s Board Minutes Trempealeau County 4-H Leader’s Board

Trempealeau County Government Center, Tremplo Room August 28, 2017, 6 p.m.

Present: Lori Daley, Heather Smock, Brian Stankey, Jeanette Dooley, Bob Braun, Kim Przybylla Meeting called to order at 6:06 p.m. by president, Brian. Pledges led by 4-H member, Laura Dooley Secretary report presented by Kim. Motion to approve by Lori, seconded by Bob, all approved, mo-tion passed. Treasurer report presented by Jeanette. Motion to approve by Heather, seconded by Lori, all ap-proved, motion passed. There were no members present for funding request nor were any forms turned in to the extension office. Old business 4-H food stand, Brian reports that Sue has agreed to stay on for one more year. Plat books- all local information has been received and sent to the plat book company, Mapping So-lutions. They have sent a proof book (minus the ads) for review. Brian will be in charge of proofing and connecting with the publishing company. Pinewood Derby track-no update. Will begin to look at purchasing a new track in the coming months. Canoe trip- with the rain, the river has been too high, this will take place next summer and we will take time to plan details so that this is a safe, successful trip. New business Shooting sports- The Ettrick Rod and Gun Club has purchased 14 large targets and will be letting the 4-H youth use them. Youth and instructors do need to come up with some type of dollies to move them around. Kim has volunteered to write a letter that can be sent to the local community clubs requesting finan-cial support for the purchase of more/better equipment. Kim and Heather both announced that they will be stepping off the Leader’s Board due to personal obligations. Adam will be announcing the next annual meeting of all club representatives. A future Leader’s Board meeting will need to include

a closer look at the bi-laws, meeting quorum. Paying or gifting the treasurer for her time commitment to the board. Look into building supervision and possibly including FFA and Scouting groups. Flag poles at the fair

Meeting adjourned at 7:42 by Bob, seconded by Jeanette.

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Leader’s Board Funding Request Process:

We are publishing the funding request information and form. With new people always coming into the 4

-H program, we want everyone aware of the process to request funds for 4-H camps, trips, and educa-

tional activities. This information can also be found on the Trempealeau County website. Please read

through at your convenience. Instructions-Funding Request Form

The Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders Executive Board includes money in their budget to help defray

some costs of 4-H educational trips or activities in which Trempealeau County 4-H members and lead-

ers participate. The amount the Association is able to contribute in a given year depends on the success

of fund raising efforts, the amounts spent in other budget areas, and the number of applicants and lev-

el of requests.

A “Funding Request Form” has been developed for use when an individual or group is requesting mone-

tary support. Only 4-H Sponsored Events will be considered for reimbursement. Use of the form will

provide a consistent, concise approach for obtaining information. Once the Committee engages in dis-

cussion relative to the request, the requestor may be asked to leave the meeting and will be notified by

phone or mail of the Committee’s decision.

The 4-H Leaders Executive Board will evaluate the request and the applicant is asked to follow the

guidelines listed below. Currently, the Leaders Executive Board meets every month except December.

The form should be completed and turned in to the Extension office prior to the Executive Board

meeting and prior to participation in the trip or activity.

Please answer all questions completely so your request receives full attention. Individuals that receive

over $100.00 for a single event are expected to make a live presentation/action center or visual display

at one or more of the following events: Performing Arts Festival, Clover College, County Fair and/or

Summer Picnic. We would like individuals who receive funding for State Teams or major award trips to

help encourage participation in these activities. Participants may be asked to present information about

their experience following the trip or activity. The cost of events not specifically sponsored or co-

sponsored by 4-H or the Trempealeau County 4-H Leaders Executive Board will not be reimbursed. A

general club leader's signature is required before sending in the request form to the extension office.

If you should have questions about the form or the dates of the Executive Board meetings, please call

the Extension office at 715-538-2311 x210.

For reimbursement of money:

$30.00 and under ~ Completed “Funding Request Form” sent to the UW-Extension office 7 days pri-

or to Executive Board Meeting and optional in person request at the monthly Leaders Executive

Board Meeting.

30.01 and above ~ Completed “Funding Request Form” sent to the UW-Extension office 7 days prior

to Executive Board Meeting and required personal appearance request at the monthly Leaders Exec-

utive Board Meeting.

A maximum of 50% will be considered for reimbursement of expenses incurred for youth.

Trempealeau County Certified Chaperones’ expenses will be reimbursed upon completion of the form

and if all other requirements have been met.

All Reimbursement of expenses are at the discretion of the Executive Board

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