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Clover CommunicatorLorain County - Where 4-H is Great! February 2020

FEBRUARY1 FCS Nutrition Clinic3 Ohio 4-H Conference Registrations due to OSU

Extension Office by 4:30 p.m.3 Quality Assurance Program (NRTL) 6:30 p.m.3 Volunteer Training (NRTL) 6:00 p.m.5 Dog Council (AC) 7:00 p.m.6 CARTEENS (AC) 5:30 p.m.11 Sr. Fair Board (FG) 7:00 p.m.15 JFB Adult Consultant Applications Due18 SESP Council (AC) 7:00 p.m.19 Advisory Committee (AC) 6:00 p.m.19 Endowment Board (AC) 7:00 p.m.22 Volunteer Training (JVS)22 CARTEENS (AC) 9:00 a.m.25 Saddle Horse Council (AC) 6:30 p.m.25 Shooting Sports Council (AC) 6:30 p.m.27 Jr. Fair Board (FG) 7:00 p.m.29 FCS Quilting Clinic

MARCH1 Deadline for New Clubs and New Volunteers4 Dog Council 7:00 p.m.5 Quality Assurance Program (NRTL) 6:30p.m.5 Volunteer Training (NRTL) 6:00 p.m.10 Sr. Fair Board (FG) 7:30 pm12 CARTEENS (AC) 5:30 p.m.14 Ohio 4-H Volunteer & Ohio 4-H Teen Conferences 18 Advisory Committee (AC) 6:00 p.m.18 Endowment Board (AC) 7:00 p.m.17 Equine Safety & Ethics Program (AC) 6:00 p.m.17 SESP Council (AC) 7:00 p.m.17 FCS Advisory (AC) 6:30 p.m.21 Lorain Co. 4-H Endowment Dinner & Auction (FG)24 Saddle Horse Council (AC) 6:30 p.m.24 Shooting Sports Council (AC) 6:30 p.m25 Quality Assurance Program (NRTL) 6:30 p.m.25 Volunteer Training (NRTL) 6:00 p.m.26 Jr. Fair Board (FG) 7:00 p.m.28 CARTEENS (AC) 9:00 a.m.

Dates & Deadlines

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In this Edition

Section Page

Notes from Jacki 2

Headline News 3

County News 4

Club News 9

Upcoming Workshops & Events 12

Lorain County Jr. Fair 14

Upcoming STATE Workshops & Events 15

Community Happenings 18

Notes from Jacki

Happy February!

We are hiring! Please assist us in advertising our part-time Office Assistant position. We will accept online applications now through March 8th. Additional details are in the announcement in headline news of this newsletter.

As we are planning to add additional support in our office- our clubs’ are planning for the 2020program year! This is an exciting time as all of you return to regular club meetings, planning this year’s activity schedule and selecting your individual projects. Club’s please keep the following in mind as you have your welcome back meetings:

• Review, update and ratify club constitutions & by-laws. These documents outline therequirements and expectations to be a member in good standing in your club. Ensuring ALLfamilies receive a copy of the current version makes it easier for everyone to meet theexpectations.

• Include your 4-H families in creating your program year. Remember, every good clubmeeting should spend 15-20 minutes on the business component, and 30-40 minutesoffering some form of educational program based on your members needs’ and interests.Don’t forget recreation! Starting a meeting off with a fun ice breaker is a great way to createa fun and comfortable environment for all.

• Don’t forget that we have sample project book crates that clubs may check out. Thisprovides opportunities for our 4-Hers to preview projects before finalizing their choices.

Thank you for all that you do to make Lorain County 4-H GREAT! Have a beautiful week.

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Thank you to the following Lorain County 4-H supporters. It is the generosity from organizations such as yours that ensures Lorain County 4-H is Great!

Headline News

OSU Extension - Lorain County - Employment Opportunity

Provide customer service by greeting walk-in clientele and answering phones in a strong team-based environment. Perform general clerical tasks, prepare bank deposits, process outgoing mail, order/distribute office publications, maintain records and reports, and operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment (phones, copier, fax, mail meter, etc). Use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint to enter data, design brochures, and create program marketing materials. Manage website and social media communications design. Edit videos and podcasts for all program areas.Word processing skills/experience including Windows, Word, Access, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint; excellent customer service skills and ability to operate general office equipment; ability to proofread, design, reproduce materials, and carry out tasks independent of supervision; ability to establish priorities and display strong organizational skills; knowledge of OSU Extension, Agriculture, and 4-H, as well as a working knowledge of Lorain County; experience with website management, social media, and video editing.For complete position description and online application instructions, please go to www.jobsatosu.com and search by Job Opening Number 457902. To assure consideration you must apply by March 8, 2020. The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Office Assistant

County News

4-H Advisory CommitteeThis committee provides overall guidance of our county 4-H program. If you are interested in sharing an opinion or learning more about the business of this committee feel free to join us the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. at the Ag Center.

4-H Endowment Board

This board has been hard at work preparing for our annual big county-wide fundraiser-the Annual Endowment Dinner and Auction! Join is for good food, great company andlots of fun ways to support Lorain County 4-H programming efforts! Please refer to the auction flyer in this newsletter.

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Seeking Center PiecesWe are still in need of a few more centerpieces for the annual Endowment Dinner & Auction. If your club would like to donate up to a dozen center pieces, please call the 4-H office asap!

Silent Auction Baskets & DonationsThe Endowment Board is still accepting donations for silent auction baskets and live auction items. If you or your club would like to donate, please refer to the flyer in this newsletter.

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OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSIONOHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!

ANNUAL 4-H ENDOWMENT BOARDDINNER & SILENT AUCTION

March 21, 2020

ALL CLUBS ARE ASKED TO DONATE A BASKET(S)FOR THE SILENT AUCTION

Please deliver all baskets to the OSU Extension Officeby March 9th.

Each basket must have a donation form attached, a list explaining basket items and wrapped in clear cellophane.

Clubs that donate a basket valued at $25 or more will be entered into a $25.00 gift card raffle.

Three prizes will be drawn. One entry per basket.

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County News

4-H FCS CommitteeThis committee meets on the 2nd

Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Ag Center

Quilting Clinic Saturday, February 29, 2020Ag Center

Cake Decorating ClinicSaturday, May TBA, 2020Ag Center

4-H Dog Council

This Council meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:00 p.m. at the Ag Center.Other Important Dog Council Dates to note:A complete list of dates related to Lorain County Dog Project will be posted on the Dog Council page of our OSU Extension, Lorain County 4-H website.

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All Dates related to Horses Big and SmallWe have created a separate calendar to assist all Horse project members to track upcoming county dates.. This calendar will be available on the general Horse page of our OSU Extension, Lorain County 4-H website OR Click HERE.

Equine Safety & Ethics WorkshopsAll 4-H youth that are interested in showing in any 4-H Horse Show is required to attend a 4-H Equine Safety & Ethics Workshop!! This year’s topics include updated and new materials from the State 4-H Office!

Saturday, February 22, 2020, 11:00 a.m. at the JVSTuesday, March 17, 2020, 6:00 p.m. at the Ag CenterTuesday, April 28, 2020 , 6:00 p.m. at the Ag Center

County News

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4-H Week March 8-14Let's celebrate and reflect on the

difference 4-H has made in our lives. All

clubs are encouraged to share The 4-H

Difference with your communities during

Ohio 4-H week. Posters to be displayed

in store windows, inviting a new person

to your club meeting, or sharing your 4-

H difference with another local agency

are just a few ideas that your club may

consider. Let’s share the difference 4-H

has made in our lives!

E-mail pictures and descriptions of your

efforts to the 4-H Office so we mayshare them on our FaceBook page!

Attention! College Scholarships Available!

The 2020 Lorain County Scholarship

Application for eligible 4-H youth/alumni,

FFA, FCCLA, Farm Bureau Youth, and

eligible college students is available on-line

at: http://lorain.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-

youth-development/youth-opportunities-

and-resources-officer-books-public-

speaking.The application deadline is April 1, 2020.

4-H TEEN OpportunitiesAre you interested inmentoring other youth?Lorain County 4-H has severallocal opportunities! 4-H STEM,CARTEENS, and a potentialnew program- Health Rocks!Click on the logos below torequest more information!

Club News

Enrollment Update2019 enrollment is open and under way! By this time ALL of our 4-H clubs should have turned in their end-of-year paperwork and picked up the club enrollment packet.Our COUNTY enrollment deadline is April 15th. Please check with your club advisor for yourclub's enrollment deadline. Remember- your club organizational leader willprovide you with and collect all enrollment paperwork to be turned into the 4-H office.

Re-enrolling?We have simplified this process for you! We have printed out your enrollment form- all youneed to do is receive it from your club organizational advisor, make any necessary updates,changes or additions directly to the form, sign and date!

New to 4-H?You MUST connect with a 4-H Club to receive your enrollment paperwork. This includesenrollment form (with code of conduct and photo release), medical history form and project specific forms depending on the projects you are choosing this year.

Ready to Volunteer?Speak to your club organizational advisor! They will let you know if your club is recruitingadditional volunteers to ensure positive youth development in your club. All new volunteerapplication packets are due March 1st.

Ohio Medical History FormsWe are collecting health forms for ALL of our registered members and volunteers this year. A copy will be kept at the 4-H office AND with your 4-H club. This will allow us to ensure a safe learning environment for all. In the case of an emergency- we are prepared!

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Club News

Enrollment Update- Continued

The Winning PlanDid you know that we have a wonderful program to ensure that we are providing equitable 4-H programming appropriate for each youth’s abilities? The Winning 4-H Plan was createdto ensure we are doing our best to promote and provide inclusion, empathy andconfidentiality for all of our youth with diverse special needs.

If you have a 4-H'er who has a physical, mental or learning disability that require an accommodation, you may complete the Winning 4-H Plan request form. Completion of these forms will allow all of us to do our best in providing accommodations at club and county-level events and competitions. The 4-H Educator will follow up with the parents of any youth that have turned in a completed form to discuss accommodations.

Project Specific FormsPlease note- if you are enrolled in a horse, dog or shooting sports project- there are additional forms you MUST complete and turn in with your enrollment packets.

Club and Member Activity FeesLorain County 4-H collects an annual $25.00 club fee and $15.00 member activity fee. Please turn these into your organizational leader with your enrollment paperwork.

Banner ClubOur Banner Club contests provide clubs and club officers an opportunity to be recognized for the hard work and dedication put towards club management. Forms can be completed by any 4-H Club to earn points for achievement levels of Emerald, Gold, or Silver. Awards are presented at the Volunteer Recognition Dinner in the Fall. All clubs interested in running for banner club may earn points by completing and turning in regular enrollment packets by April 1st.

Regular enrollment closes April 15th

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Club News

Club Planning for 4-H 2020What should your club be doing the first few months of the year? Planning of course!Please be sure that you are reviewing and ratifying club constitution and by- laws for the2020 program year. These two documents outline the expectations for membership in yourclub. ALL club members get to sign the ratified constitution and by-laws.

Plan out your annual club calendar with your membership. What have we done, what do we want to continue to do, and what do we want to add? I strongly suggest that every clubconsider some type of programming at every club meeting. Business is a very importantaspect of the 4-H club- but it is not the only reason to meet! Member demonstrations, guest presenters, field trips and hands-on learning activities should all be built into your club meetings throughout the year. What do your kids want to learn more about?All of this planning provides the important information and documentation that is required for your club to receive your annual charter.

A completed charter check- list, signed constitution and by-laws and club activity calendar/list are due no later than April 15th.

Forms, templates and more information on all of these items may be found on our website.

What is your club doing? We want to know! One of the best ways to get new ideas is to share with others. If you are interested in

submitting an article for the Clove Communicator, please e- mail Jackiby the 15th of the month.

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This is your place to connect to our entire collection of Ohio 4-H project books for the year. Each project book contains information and activities for members to explore as an organized group project or at home under the guidance of a parent or interested adult. When choosing a project, consider your interests, background, what is necessary to start the project, and the resources available to help you complete it.

All 4-H families will receive a Family Guide with your enrollment materials.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Quality AssuranceTo ensure compliance with Ohio State law, our quality assurance team will offer several educational workshops. All Junior Fair exhibitors of finished market beef, market lambs, market hogs, market goats, lactating dairy cattle, lactating dairy goats, turkeys, meat rabbits, meat chickens and meat ducks are required to attend a quality assurance education program in order to show any of these designated animals in the 2020 Junior Fair.

All programs will be held at the New Russia Township Lodge and begin promptly at 6:30 p.m..

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.

Everything Fowl ClinicJoin us Monday, April 20th 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Lorain County Fairgrounds to learn all about poultry from Dr. Tim McDermitt. Please refer to the clinic flyer for more details.

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Equine Nutrition Clinic Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 24th for a special presentation on Equine nutrition! Time and location TBD.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

4-H Volunteer Learning OpportunitiesNew VolunteersIt is a privilege and responsibility to be a Lorain Co. 4-H volunteer. We take the safety of ouryouth and integrity of our program very seriously. Thus, we have quite a stringent processto become an official 4-H volunteer. This process includes:• Application• BCI Fingerprint background check• Reference Check• Interview

Once a volunteer has completed this process and been accepted, they must attend a newvolunteer orientation (NVO) . This training covers 4-H Basics, Child Safety 1.50 and an overview of Lorain County 4-H. Additional training may be required based on the individual's volunteer job description.

Volunteer UpdatesTo ensure a positive learning experience for all 4-H families and compliance with Ohio State 4-H guidelines, all registered Lorain Co. 4-H volunteers are required to attend a minimum oftwo hours of annual training (inclusive of Child Safety 1.50).

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Training Date Time Location Topic

New Volunteer

Orientation

12/11/19 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Ag Center NVO, Policy 1.50

Volunteer Update 1/16/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Ag Center Lorain Co. Update, Policy 1.50

New Volunteer Training 1/30/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Geauga County @ KSU NVO, Policy 1.50

Volunteer Update 2/3/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. New Russia Township Lodge Lorain Co. Update, Policy 1.50

Area Volunteer

Training*

2/22/20 9:30 a.m. - Noon Lorain County JVS NVO, Policy 1.50, Variety of

TopicsArea Volunteer Training 2/25/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Lake County

@Auburn Center

NVO, Policy 1.50, Variety of Topics

Volunteer Update 3/5/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. New Russia Township Lodge Lorain Co. Update, Policy 1.50

Volunteer Update 3/25/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. New Russia Township Lodge Lorain Co. Update, Policy 1.50

Area Volunteer Training 4/4/20 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ashtabula County Variety of Topics

New

Volunteer

Orientation

4/7/20 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Ag Center NVO, Policy 1.50

Lorain County Junior Fair

Lorain County Fair175th Anniversary

August 24 – 30, 2020

2020 Jr. Fair Theme

Blue Jeans & Country Dreams

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2020 Jr. Fair Royalty ContestThe rumors are true!! Sr. Fair Board, Jr. Fair Board, the Jr. Fair Royalty committee and Lorain County 4-H have updated and revamped our contest.•Application (including an essay)- due April 1•Interviews (including a 3-5 minute speech on an assignedtopic)- May 28•Court announced and new public speaking component-August 4 (in conjunction with the 4-H Scholarship night)•Official Crowning- August 24 at Fair Opening Ceremonies

Upon completion of your royalty duties, the Jr. Fair King andQueen each receive a $1,000 scholarship from the LorainCounty Agricultural Society! Thus, we are utilizing the generalLorain County scholarship application.

Be sure to take a look at the application as well as the royaltycourt expectations for more information!

2020 T-shirt ContestCalling all artists, doodlers and those that like to sport t-shirts! Jr. Fair Board is interested in your t-shirt designs for this year's fair fashion. Deadline is April15. See the contest rulesand application for moredetails.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Upcoming State Opportunities

Animal SciencesOhio 4-H offers quite a few learning opportunities for youth, adults and volunteers in livestock, companion, and small animals. For a complete list of these events view the online 2020 calendar here. This calendar provides, dates, brief descriptions of events and links to registration and resource information.

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2020 News for 4-H and Ohio Military KidsHere’s to the start of new decade for Ohio Military Kids! This will be a year of appreciation as we embrace 2020 with open minds and big hearts. We extend our appreciation to those past, present, and future who contribute time and efforts to support the increasing number of military-affiliated youth served by OMK.

Ohio Military Kids is a partnership with Ohio State University Extension 4-H Youth Development and Ohio National Guard Family Readiness. This partnership allows us to put on numerous events around the state of Ohio. From overnights, daylong programs, weekend camps, and even a weeklong camp, these events are open to youth of military families. 4-H older youth and adults can volunteer for OMK events, including as camp counselors in the summer!

With our event season approaching, we are all excited to embrace the new year of 2020! Ohio Military Kids just launched their first wave of events for March and April. These events include two daylong horse camps, a zoo overnight, and a weekend farm visit. Visit our website at go.osu.edu/OMKevents to learn more about the 2020 adventures of Ohio Military Kids!

4-H Cloverbot Challenge!It’s time to register for the 2020 Ohio 4-H Cloverbot Challenge and this year Cloverbudswill be On the Move! Teams will explore transportation and how people and goods get where they are going. The challenge happens on June 13 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau Center. Find registration details and information about ordering kits here. Thanks to the Ohio 4-H Foundation for their support of this program.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Upcoming State Opportunities

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Ohio Youth InstituteHigh school age youth are invited to part of the Ohio Youth Institute, hosted by OSU’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. Participants research and write a short paper on a global challenge facing a country, then come to the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on April 20. Students from throughout Ohio meet with OSU experts, speakers and participate in hands-on experiences focused on global food concerns. OYI Scholars may be eligible for USDA summer internships and international opportunities. Visit the OYI website for details.

Manna Pro Photo Contest

You can be part of Manna Pro’s 4-H photo mosaic and help Ohio 4-H win! Enter up to five of your favorite 4-H photos at mannapro.com/4h, receive coupons up to $50 off Manna Pro products and boost Ohio’s chances of winning $6000 for 4-H programs.

2020 DairyPaloozaThe 2020 DairyPalooza is celebrating 10 years as being the premier 4-H dairy event in the

state of Ohio! This year’s event will be on Saturday, April 25 at the Canfield Fairgrounds in Canfield. In the morning a state-certified Quality Assurance program for 4-H-aged youth will be offered, while adults and Cloverbuds can attend tracks of sessions designed for them. In the afternoon, youth can go to breakout sessions of their choice covering a range of topics – nutrition, showmanship and fitting, reproduction, genomics and more.

Registration starts at 8:00am, with the program beginning at 9:00am. The pre-registration deadline is April 4, at a cost of $6.00 per person. With this you will receive a t-shirt, pizza lunch, take-home materials, and more. Late- or Walk-in registrations will cost $10.00 per person, and will not include the t-shirt, but will include pizza and take-home materials while they last. People can register as an individual/family online. People may also register as a group, as well as using paper registration.

The DairyPalooza website is: http://www.ohiodairypalooza.com/. For more information please refer to the website and/or contact Lisa Gress at randroliver@gmail.com.

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OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

OHIO 4-H STICKERSFor a suggested donation of $3.00 to the Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council, you can receive a limited edition Ohio 4-H sticker OR a 4-H Wrist Story Bracelet, $5 each or 2 for $9!

Details: Accepting Cash or Check. Checks are made out to “The Ohio State University” with “Teen Leadership Council” in the memo

Contact information: Please email TLC Advisor Kayla Oberstadt, at Oberstadt.1@osu.edu

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programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more

information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible

format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

TODAY!

Community HappeningsHoney Bee 4-H Essay Contest2020 Essay Topic: Overwintering: Bee Survival through the Cold Season

Honey bees have developed special skills to overwinter in the United States. Please discuss one of these skills and then include a discussion about what you do to prepare your hives for winter. Include a photo of one of your hives, either using infrared technology or showing winter wrap, hay bales, special feeders, etc. to demonstrate how you prepare your hives for winter.

The Foundation for the Preservation of Honey Bees, Inc. – 2020 4H Essay Contest – Deadline for submission to the state 4-H office March 23, 2020. Submit essays to Lisa Jinks, jinks.2@osu.edu by midnight 3/23/2020. Submissions will be reviewed and the top state essay selection will be forwarded to the Foundation for national competition. CLICK HERE FOR RULES/OVERVIEW.

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OHIO 4-H GROWS TRUE LEADERS IN 2019

4-H alumni are 10% more likely to have a college degree than their non-alumni counterparts.

EducationYouth of all ages join Ohio 4-Hof 13,539 first-year members…

Ohio 4-H Demographics

22,933 Volunteers

Ohio 4-H youth are…84.3% White11.5% Black or African American2.8% Two or more races0.8% Asian0.6% Other

Percentages are statistically similar to the racial demographics of Ohio’s total population.

ohio4h.orgCFAES provides research and related educational

programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an

accessible format of this publication, visitcfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

4-H youth are 1.9 timesmore likely to get good grades in school.

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OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

171,983Youth Participants

74,477

School

68,517

Clubs

12,079

Camping

Participation

Youth participate in clubs, school programs, and camps.

Project Area Involvement

College and Career Readiness

Since 2014, enrollment has increased in projects that build the skills needed in college and careers.

Healthy Living

13,789

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15,141

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80,245

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Top Animal Project Enrollment

4-H youth are2X more likelyto participate inSTEM activitiesoutside ofschool.

7,126Overnight Camping Participants

4,953Day Camping Participants

At CampThanks to camp, 87% of 4-H participants said they were more confident in their decision-making abilities.

Public Speaking

Top Life Skills Project Enrollment

OVER MILLIONprojects were taken in 2019.

Source: 4-HOnline and the 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development

2020 LORAIN COUNTY

JR. FAIR T-SHIRT DESIGN

CONTEST RULES

➢ Entrants must be a current member of a Lorain County Jr. Fair

organization (4-H, FFA, FCCLA, Farm Bureau Youth, Campfire USA)

and age 18 or under as of January 1st of current year. 4-H Cloverbud

members are NOT eligible to enter since this is a competitive activity. ➢ Design must be submitted on 8-1/2” x 11” white paper in pencil, black ink or blue ink in the

vertical/portrait direction. (One color only). ➢ Computerized designs may be used but must be outlines only (no shading, dot shading, or graphing.)

Designs that would require refinishing will be disqualified. Design must be able to be used as-is for a t-

shirt screen design. No copyright characters, designs, etc. may be used.

➢ Design must be the original work of a single member. (No team entries accepted.) ➢ If the name or emblem of any Jr. Fair youth organization is used in the design, all five organization

names or emblems must be used. ➢ This contest is conducted by the Lorain County Jr. Fair Board. All designs entered shall become the

exclusive property of Lorain County Jr. Fair Board and can be used, reproduced, copied or sold in any

manner the Jr. Fair Board should decide. The first place design may be used to print t-shirts,

sweatshirts, etc. which will be sold by the Jr. Fair Board during the Lorain County Fair or at any other

Jr. Fair activity. The designer is not entitled to any proceeds of those sales. Any other awards that

may be given are at the sole discretion of the Jr. Fair Board. ➢ No identification of the designer is to be written on the design. This entry form is to be completed and

stapled to the design.

➢ Prizes to be awarded are:

1st

Place: Choice of sweatshirt or t-shirt with winning design, plus $25 prize.

2nd

Place: Sweatshirt or t-shirt with winning design

3rd

Place: T-Shirt with winning design ➢ Entry must be received on or before APRIL 13.

➢ Take entry to: Lorain County Fairgrounds or OSU Extension Office

Or mail by 4/6/20 to: Lorain Co. Jr. Fair Board

P.O. Box 413

Wellington, OH 44090

Name

Age on 1/1/20

Mailing Address

City Zip Code Phone

Current Lorain County Jr. Fair Youth Organizations I Belong to: (Check all that are applicable)

□ FFA Name of Chapter

□ 4-H Name of Club

□ FCCLA Name of Chapter

□ Farm Bureau Youth Name of Group

□

Campfire USA

Name of Group

If I win first place, I prefer: (Check ONE and CIRCLE size)

□ Hooded Sweatshirt Size: S M L XL XXL

□ T-Shirt

Size:

S

M

L

XL

XXL

I have read and adhered to the rules of this contest and agree to abide by them.

Signature of Member Date

Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

ATTACH THIS FORM TO YOUR DESIGN

DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR NAME ON THE DESIGN!

1st ANNUAL

TACK AND TREASURES SALE

SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2020

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

7912 Cemetery Road, Vermilion, OH 44089

VENDORS

$10.00 per 12’x12’ space, $15.00 per 24’x12’ space, no electric

You supply tables, clothing racks, displays, etc. to meet your needs. Set-up March 29th starting at 9:00 a.m.

For Reservations Contact: Stacey Schafer C# 440-821-6747 (text preferred) or

Jennifer Wyatt C# 440-323-5219 (call or text) or email jenniferd143@msn.com

or check us out on for up-to-date information and our progress!

Admission by donation (all monies collected will be paid to the Blessing House serving Lorain County)

New and used tack, clothing, and equipment, crafts, home businesses, and more! Come see all our vendors have to offer!

Concessions offered on site!

LIABILITY

It’s A Cinch 4-H Club, Lorain County 4-H and or Hoofprint Farm are not responsible for any stolen items or injuries.

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CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For

more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit

cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

SPONSOR: Ohio Farm Bureau FoundationCamps are open to Ohio students interested in science, food and a variety of ag careers. Students must be a high school freshman, sophomore or junior.

DATES OF CAMPS: Students can attend one of four camps.

June 14-19 - Ohio State University Main Campus

June 21-26 - Ohio State University Main Campus

July 5-10 - Central State University

July 12-17 - Ohio State University ATI Campus

COST FOR CAMPS: Free

Deadline to apply is March 6

HOW TO REGISTER: exploreag.org

• A one-three minute video "Please tell usabout one agricultural career and whythat interests you."

• One reference that is not a friend orfamily member

OVERVIEW OF PROGRAM: Why and who should attendWith an ever growing population and concerns over food security, there is a need for a workforce of talented young scientists who are able to think critically about the issues associated with providing safe, economical, and aesthetically pleasing food and fiber. This one of a kind STEM camp will engage students in the various careers in science, engineering and technology in the food, fuel, and fiber industry that will be needed to face our world’s challenges. Through hands-on tours and activities in state-of-the-art laboratories, campers will get a unique look at what careers in STEM can entail. Days will be filled with learning from the top agricultural science companies and researchers at Ohio State and Central State Universities . Campers will have the opportunity to network with leaders in the industry while gaining a new perspective on the variety of careers available to them in Ohio related to food, fuel, and fiber production. At the end of each day, counselors will lead the students in leadership development activities and programs to show them how to prepare for college and their future careers.

This action packed week will be highlighted each day with a field trip to a different agricultural/food business (i.e. Smuckers, Mohican State Park, Select Sires) followed by an interactive, on-campus lab activity (i.e. food science, greenhouses, meat lab). Students will be challenged through various activities to discuss current scientific issues facing Ohio and the world. Daily activities will engage them as they critically think through such issues.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

TENTATIVE AGENDA/PROGRAMMING

Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - John Deere, Plain City 10:30 a.m. - Select Sires Tour and Lunch3:00 p.m. - Battelle Darby Creek 6:00 p.m. - Dinner 6:45 p.m. - Evening activities

Thursday9:00 a.m. - Tour Entomology Lab10:30 a.m. - Tour Plant Science Facility 12:30 p.m. - Lunch 1:15 p.m. - Tour Soil Science Lab3:00 p.m. - Return to dorm to prepare for dinner celebration5:00 p.m. - Celebration Dinner

Friday8:30 a.m. - Ag Career Pathway Planning 9:30 a.m. - Service Activity 11:30 a.m. - Lunch 12:30 p.m. - Pack up 1:00 p.m. - Depart

Sunday3:00 p.m. - Registration and move in 5:00 p.m. - Introductions and camp overview 6 p.m. - Dinner 7 p.m. - Leadership Training 8 p.m. - Evening Activities Monday:8:00 a.m. - Team Building/Ag Challenge Time10:00 a.m. - Food Science Tour 12:00 p.m. - Tour OSU Waterman Farm and Lunch2:00 p.m. - Freshtown Farm tour3:30 p.m. - Food Science & Technology Tour6:00 p.m. - Dinner 6:45 p.m. - Evening ActivitiesTuesday:9:00 a.m. - Turf Grass Presentation at OSU stadium 10:30 a.m.- Veterinary School 12:00 p.m. - Lunch 1:00 p.m. - OSU Agricultural Engineering3:00 p.m. - Meat Science Lab6:00 p.m. - Dinner 6:45 p.m. - Evening Recreation **This is sample schedule that is subject to

change based on site university**

STUDENT COMMENTS:

“My favorite part of camp was meeting

new people and exploring different agricultural jobs.”

-Lauren K

For additional information, please visit exploreag.com or email

mulligan.70@osu.edu

“I liked getting to see every aspect of some ag careers. From hands-on lab to testing to

hearing perspective to getting to see equipment. Every part was interesting and gave me a taste of ag careers.” -Charley P

Wilmington College Collegiate 4-H

22nd Annual Little International

Showmanship Contest

Who: Youth Ages 9-21 (as of January 1, 2020)

When: Saturday, April 4th, 2020

Where: Wilmington College Equine Center

Cost: $5 per class OR $20 for all classes (Pre-Registered)

$8 per class OR $35 for all classes (Day of Show)

Pre-Registration Deadline: Postmarked by March 31st, 2019

The Little International is a showmanship contest sponsored by Wilmington College Collegiate 4-

H to help participants improve their showmanship skills. There will be four age divisions: Beginner

(ages 9-10 years old), Junior (ages 11-12 years old), Intermediate (ages 13-16 years old) and Senior

(ages 17-21 years old). Up to four species can be chosen: Beef Cattle, Equine, Goats, and Sheep.

Participants can choose to show all four species or pick only a specific species. However, it is a

great learning experience to show all four species. All animals and show equipment will be

provided on the day of the show.

Please mail all pre-registration forms to Wilmington College no later than March 31, 2020.

Registration the day of the show will begin at 7:00AM and close at 8:00AM. Show management

reserves the right to close any class or species division due to excess enrollment at any time. A

demonstration of each species will be from 8:00AM-9:00AM followed directly by the start of the

show. The event will last the majority of the day, depending on the number of participants.

Ribbons will be awarded to the top three contestants in each species. Banners will be given to an

overall and runner up contestants in each species.

Please direct any questions to Sawyer Starrett at sawyer.d.starrett@wilmington.edu

Send Pre-Registration forms to:

Sawyer Starrett

Wilmington College

Pyle Box 1046

1870 Quaker Way

Wilmington, Ohio 45177

The contest will take place at the Wilmington College Equine Center located at:

1535 Fife Ave

Wilmington, OH 45177

Wilmington College

Collegiate 4-H

22nd Annual Little International

Showmanship Contest

Pre-Registration Form (Please Use a Separate Form for Each Child)

Name Age (as of 1/1/2020)

Address

City State Zip

Phone Email

Parent’s signature (if under 18)

Please Circle Age Group: Please Circle Species:

Beginner (9-10)

Junior (11-12)

Intermediate (13-16) Beef Goats

Senior (17-21) Sheep Equine

Pre-Registration: $5 per class or $20 for all species

Day of Show Registration: $8 per class or $35 for all species Make checks payable to Wilmington College Collegiate 4-H

Wilmington College Equine Center

1535 Fife Ave

Wilmington, OH 45177

**Wilmington College cannot be held responsible for any accidents. Participants

show at their own risk. **

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For

more information: go.osu.edu/cfaesdiversity.

Champaign.osu.edu

THE `OHIO RABBIT & CAVY CLINIC

Hosted by: Champaign County Rabbit & Cavy 4-H Advisors

Saturday, March 21, 2020 Champaign County Community Center

1512 South Route 68 Urbana, Ohio

Registration 8:45 – 9:15 Sessions 9:30 – 12:15

No Registration Fee

Individual Sessions for Rabbits & Cavies Clinic is designed for both the “beginner” and “experienced”

4-H/FFA Member, Adult, Parents

Topics/Presenters will include (subject to change) Basic Rabbit Raising - Travis West

Selection, Grooming & Show Table Etiquette – Hazel Everetts Certified QA training – Melinda Ryan

Cavies - Lisa Blake

Questions call: April LeMaster – Rabbits (937) 869-4396

Lisa Blake – Cavies (937) 726-2397