1 THE VOICE OF 4-H Vernon County 4-H Family Newsletter Vol. 2012 Issue 272 January 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 [email protected]karen.ehle-traastad @ces.uwex.edu Timothy K Rehbein Sonya Lenzendorf Agriculture Agent WNEP Coordinator [email protected][email protected]Cindy Daniels, 4-H Secretary/Bookkeeper Brenda Adams, Ag & Family Living Secretary [email protected][email protected]TABLE OF CONTENTS Masthead Pg 1 Arts Fest Pg 2 Club News/Save The Date/Other News Pg 3 February Calendar Pg 4 L/P Federaon Minutes-November Pg 5 Animal Project News Pg 6 Animal Project News Cont. Pg 7 Other Project News Pg 8 Shoong Sports Cerficaon Pg 9 Vernon County 4-H Scholarship Pg 10 Arts Fest Informaon Pg 11 Arts Fest Guidelines Pg 12 Guidelines Connued Pg 13 Arts Fest Fair Entry Form Pg 14 4-H Arts Fest Entry Form Pg15 4-H Leadership Banquet/Retreat Pg 16 What’s Going On/Recipe Pg 17
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THE VOICE OF 4-H Vernon County 4-H Family Newsletter
Vol. 2012 Issue 272 January
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
TABLE OF CONTENTS Masthead Pg 1 Arts Fest Pg 2 Club News/Save The Date/Other News Pg 3 February Calendar Pg 4 L/P Federation Minutes-November Pg 5 Animal Project News Pg 6 Animal Project News Cont. Pg 7 Other Project News Pg 8 Shooting Sports Certification Pg 9 Vernon County 4-H Scholarship Pg 10 Arts Fest Information Pg 11 Arts Fest Guidelines Pg 12 Guidelines Continued Pg 13 Arts Fest Fair Entry Form Pg 14 4-H Arts Fest Entry Form Pg15
Other Vernon County 4-H Project News… Photography “Photo Click” Winter Fun Day Sunday, February 12, 2012
1:00-5:00
Living Waters Bible Camp near Westby
Attention Vernon County photography project members join us for our 2nd of 4 County photography project
opportunities! Meet us from 1:00 to 1:30 in the “lodge”.
Our educational experience will include:
Brief review of picture Composition Care of Cameras in cold weather
Planning and Panning action shots White balance
Adjusting the light meter for bright snow shots
1:30pm-5:00pm Winter Fun! Ice skating, broom ball, tubing and cross country skiing! Living Waters Bible
Camp (LWBC) will supply a light lunch in the lodge. Hot chocolate is available in the warming house.
LWBC also supplies all of the needed winter equipment, skates, skis and tubes for tubing. Cost will be $2 for
4-H members and $3.50 for non members. This winter event is open to everyone so you will have plenty of
subjects to photograph along with some fantastic landscape opportunities. Remember to charge your batteries
and empty your memory card. Dress for the day and bring a towel and a backpack to keep your camera safe.
Stay for an hour or stay for the day!
If we have extreme weather or no snow we will move our meeting to Sunday, February 26th and cost would
increase to $3.50 for everyone. Bring on the SNOW!
Patty Stilwell, Gina Nickelotti, Pam Schipper
County Photography Leaders
Mail and make your payment to the Vernon County UW-Extension Office, 318 Fairlane Dr., Suite 392,
Viroqua, WI 54665 by Monday, February 6 with the below registration:
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Name:______________________________________________________________ (circle one) 4H Member Yes No Enrolled in Photography Project Yes No Parent/Guardian __________________________________ Attending Yes No Phone Number:__________________ Club Name:__________________________ Cost $2.00 4-H Member $3.50 non 4-H Member Total Enclosed____________
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.
2012 4-H Shooting Sports Certification Training Schedule To serve as a Shooting Sports leader, 4-H leaders must complete the Youth Protection process, must be at least 18
years old, and must have participated in at least one state-level 4-H Leader Training SHOOTING SPORTS
CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP in the discipline in which they are providing supervision. If an adult leader is not
certified, he/she cannot provide hands-on or safety instruction without a certified leader being present. A leader may
obtain certification in an additional discipline (archery, pistol, coordinator, muzzleloader, rifle [.177 pellet, .177 BB,
and .22], and shotgun) by completing a certification workshop provided by 4-H certified state training team members.
Certification Workshops are not designed to teach volunteers how to use archery equipment or shoot a firearm, but are
designed to teach adults how to conduct safe, supervised, shooting experiences for 4-H members enrolled in the
project. Therefore, only adults who have experience in safely handling archery equipment and/or firearms should enroll
in these certification workshops. Special thanks are extended to the WISCONSIN CHAPTER NATIONAL WILD
TURKEY FEDERATION, STATE CHAPTER SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL, NORTHEAST CHAPTER
SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL, MIDWAYUSA, ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION, FEDERAL
CARTRIDGE, FRIENDS OF THE NRA, and THE WISCONSIN 4-H FOUNDATION for making these certification
training sessions possible. For 2012, there will be three certifications offered—one Eastern, one Central and one
Western. The Eastern date has yet to be determined. For 2012 and in the near future, certifications in Coordinator,
Pistol and Muzzleloader will only be offered at the Central (Stevens Point area) certifications annually.
Wisconsin 4-H Statewide Adult Shooting Sports Certification Workshop Registration Form The University of Wisconsin Extension provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in education, programming, and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color,
gender/sex, creed, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental, arrest or conviction record, or veteran status.
Name of Workshop: Western Area Statewide 4-H Shooting Sports Certification Workshop
Workshop Location: Eau Claire Rod and Gun Club, 801 Schoettl Avenue, Eau Claire, WI
Date/Time: Friday, April 20, 2012, from 6-10 pm, and Saturday, April 21, 2012, from 8 am-5 pm (All certifications are 12 hours, requiring attendance at both Friday and Saturday sessions.)
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 6, 2012 (Contact Doug Thompson after this date for availability.)
Certifications: Archery, Rifle and Shotgun
Fee: $70 (Includes materials, Friday pm snack, Saturday lunch, and am and pm snacks)
Checks only (payable to UW-Extension) and registration form sent to: Terry Boehner, 436 Lowell, 610 Langdon
St, Madison, WI 53703 (Once we receive your payment, we will send a receipt.)
Directions: See Google map directions on the Eau Claire Rod and Gun Club web site.
Lodging: Lodging is on your own. See a list of area hotels on the 2012 Certification Training web page.
For More Information: Contact Doug Thompson at the Brown County Extension Office on Mondays, Tuesdays or
Wednesdays from 8 am-4 pm at 920-391-4657, at 920-845-1342 in the evenings, or email at
Check those that apply: ____Adult 4-H Leader ____1st time 4-H SS Certification
____Adult 4-H SS Leader (list disciplines held): ________________________________________________________
____Need certification for another organization (list organization): __________________________________________
Discipline Certification Requested (please mark an “X” for one discipline choice; you can only be certified in one
discipline at a workshop): ____Archery ____Rifle/Air Rifle ____Shotgun
Enclose $70 registration fee payable to UW-Extension, and mail by Friday, April 6, 2012, to:
Terry Boehner, 436 Lowell Hall, 610 Langdon St., Madison, WI 53703
The University of Wisconsin Extension provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in education, programming, and employment for all qualified persons regardless
of race, color, gender/sex, creed, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental, arrest or conviction record, or veteran status.
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VERNON COUNTY 4-H SCHOLARSHIP
Eligible applicants: 2012 graduating seniors 2011 or older graduates Application due in Extension Office by:4:00 p.m., March 1, 2012 Checklist: Vernon County 4-H Scholarship Application (3 pages)
Essay
Two Photographs Class of 2011
High School Transcript
Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation
( one from 4-H Leader) Post-high School Applicant
High School and/or College Transcript
Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation
Complete guidelines and applications available at the Extension Office and on the Vernon County UW-Extension Website
4hwi.org
A site and resource for new and returning 4-H families!
4hwi.org is a one stop-shop for parents, youth and volunteers looking to learn about 4-H in Wisconsin, how
being involved in 4-H benefits youth and how to join. Visit this site to learn more about exciting programs
and opportunities, and how you can be involved in Wisconsin 4-H!
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Arts & Crafts All 4-H members can
enter Arts & Crafts at
Arts Fest, even if you
are not enrolled in an
Arts & Crafts project!
You may enter two (2)
arts & crafts items. You
must attach a 3x5 card
to each entry with the
following information:
your name, club’s name,
grade, date completed
and a brief description
of materials used and
work done to make the
art or craft. Be sure to
write legibly! Attach
card to your item (s)
securely but not in a
place that will distract or
cover the appearance of
your article. All items
are to be brought to Westby High School
Cafeteria by the
exhibitor. Entries need
to be in place by 8:30
am, on the day of the
festival, to be judged
and for display. Judge
may be available after
11:30a.m.for comments
and feedback. Pre entry
for Arts & Crafts is
required and is included
on the 4-H Arts entry
form. Make sure and pick up your entries at the “end” of the day!
Photography Limit of two (2) photos per exhibitor.
Photos must be 5”x7” and be mounted
on top of poster board, (any color)
measuring 6” x 8”. A 3x5 card must be attached, with your name, club’s
name, grade and title of photograph.
As with Arts & Crafts, photography
entries are to be brought to the Westby High School Cafeteria on
festival day, (8:30 a.m.) by the
exhibitor for judging and display. Pre entry for photography is required and
is included on the 4-H Arts form.
Also, as with Arts & Crafts, the
Judge may be available after 11:30
a.m. for comments. Make sure and
take your entries home with you at
the end of the day!
Speaking Pieces (individual or two people): All speaking pieces need to be
performed at your 4-H club. Your club
leader will turn in a roster of
performers for Arts Fest by February
10th. Read the rules carefully.
Musicals, Dramas, Play Readings, Mini-Dramas (group of three or more): To be performed at the club level and
then compete at the County level.
Read the guidelines in this newsletter
carefully. Again, the rules are very
specific, so please read them before
you make a group selection. As with
Speaking Pieces entries need to be
turned into Leaders prior to the
February 10th Extension Office
deadline.
Question: What entries will be judged as a “fair entry”? Answer: Demonstrations, vocal, piano & Instrumental are performed on the same day as the County Arts Fest and are considered fair entries. Question: Where do I turn in fair entries? Answer: The Extension Office. Question: Where do I turn in 4-H Arts Fest Entries? Answer: Your 4-H Club Leader. Question: How will I find out my performance times? Answer: Schedule will be posted on our website: Vernon.uwex.edu. Wednesday prior to the festival date.
2012 VERNON COUNTY ARTS FEST
Saturday, March 3, 2012
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2012 VERNON COUNTY 4-H FESTIVAL OF ARTS — GUIDELINES
PURPOSE of the 4-H Festival of Arts is to provide the opportunity: 1. for 4-H members and Cloverbuds to share their skills and talents with others. 2. for 4-H members and Cloverbuds to further develop their skills in communicating through the
arts with constructive feedback on their efforts. 3. To share with the public the Arts and Communication phases of the Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development program. 4. To discover additional arts ideas from others in the area. GENERAL GUIDELINES: 1. Throughout the program, participants and others will not leave or enter the room while a
group or individual is performing. 2. Please respect the time guidelines in each category. 3. Please respect the scheduled performance times. Groups are expected to perform at
scheduled times. 4. All festival participants must be enrolled 4-H members. 5. All participants will receive a ribbon. Merit awards will be based on quality of the exhibit and
age of participant. Only those who follow the guidelines will be eligible for merit awards. 6. When selecting material for presentations, please keep in mind that 4-H is a family
organization. Presentations should be appropriate for audiences of all ages. COMMUNICATION ARTS 1. Description -The following categories must have 1 or 2 readers. A. Memorized selection: Prose, poetry or any other piece, which must be memorized. No
notes allowed. B. Prose-reading: include stories, narratives, anything not written as a poem; should be presented as a reading. No props. C. Poetry-reading: may be original poem or a selection written by someone else, either in verse form or open-ended; should be presented as a reading. No props. D. Original speeches: A speech written by the speaker on any subject, preferably one
pertaining to his/her 4-H project work. Notes permitted. E. Storytelling: Original or from a book, told as if to younger children. No poetry
allowed. Presented without using notes; costumes or props are encouraged, and facial expression and gestures are allowed.
F. Play Reading: 1 or 2 readers are to make their selection “come alive” without the use of costumes and props. Hand movements and facial expressions acceptable; movement around stage unacceptable. A play reading should be presented as a reading.
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DEMONSTRATIONS, ILLUSTRATED TALKS AND ACTION CENTERS
1. Description - may be individual or in teams a. Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks: either teach someone how or show and tell how to
do something b. Consists of 4 parts - a) introduction, b) body, c) conclusion, and d) questions from audience c. Visuals and charts can be used. Use maps, charts, posters, graphs, pictures, slides or
models to explain what you're saying. d. Action Center (informal): a show and tell with an emphasis on showing. e. Presenter (s) carry on conversation with passersby (no seated audience) f. People watching take part by - a) watching and listening, b) talking with demonstrator, c)
trying things with senses, d) judging things, e) asking questions g. Handouts may be used (instructions, directions, recipes) h. Posters or pictures can be used to show key steps or to show a close-up view.
2. Time Guidelines: a. 15 minute maximum for demonstrations: b) 15-30 minutes for action center.
GROUP MUSIC 1. Description: Categories include instrumental, vocal, dance, or novelty (e.g., variety, lip
sync). If tapes are used, only instrumental accompaniment tapes are permitted. Vocal tapes will be allowed for lip sync or dance numbers only. No open flames, hay, straw, cornstalks, shavings or sawdust may be used.
2. Time Guidelines - The maximum performance time limit is 12 minutes. Clock starts with opening of curtain. No minimum time limit.
3. State Fair Selection –County 4-H Youth Development Agents will contact Groups of possible Wisconsin State Fair participation no later than one week following the Area Festival. 5. No directing is permitted from the audience or in front of the stage.
GROUP DRAMA
1. Description - a) One Act Play, commercial or original drama. b) No open flames, hay, straw, cornstalks, shavings or sawdust are to be used. 2. Time Guidelines - The maximum performance time limit is 30 minutes: opening curtain to
final curtain. No minimum time limit. 3. No directing is permitted from the audience or in front of the stage.
PHOTOGRAPHY Limit of two (2) photos per exhibitor. Photos must be 5”x7” and be mounted on top of poster board, (any color) measuring 6” x 8”. A 3x5 card must be attached, with your name, club’s name, grade and title of photograph. Entries are to be brought to the festival the morning of competition by the exhibitor for judging and display. Entry time for all photography is 8:30 a.m. Pre entry information for photography is required and is included on the 4-H Arts form.
ARTS & CRAFTS
You may enter two (2) arts & crafts items. You must attach a 3x5 card to each entry with the following information: your name, club’s name, grade, date completed and a brief description of materials used and work done to make the art or craft. Be sure to write legibly! Attach card to your item (s) securely but not in a place that will distract or cover the appearance of your article. All items are to be brought to the festival by the exhibitor. Entries need to be in place by 8:30 am, on the day of the festival, to be judged and for display. Pre entry for Arts & Crafts is required and is included on the4-H Arts entry form.
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FAIR ENTRY REGISTRATION FORM VERNON COUNTY ARTS FEST
This form is to be returned to the
UW-Extension Office by the Entry Deadline - February 10, 2012