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THE VOICE OF 4­H Vernon County 4­H Family Newsletter

Vol. 2011 Issue 264 April

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2011 Arts Fest/Club News 1­2 May Calendar / L/P Federation 3­4 Club Division / Super Saturday 5­6 Youth Ambassadors/ Other Co. News / Animal Project News 7­8 Horse Show / Animal Project News Cont. /Shooting Sports News 9­10 2011 Vernon County 4­H Seniors in the Spotlight 11­12 Senior Spotlight Continued / State Project News 13­14 What’s Going On?/Recipe/Masthead 15­16

Bach, Michaela Bakkum, Megan Bakkum, Nicole Bomkamp, Andrew Bomkamp, Jessica Bomkamp, Matthew Brey, Ali Bringe, Kaitlyn Dravis, Drew Dregne, Anna Marie Falkers, Andrew Falkers, Joseph Falkers, Rachel Falter, Agnes Falter, Dominic Falter, Hannah Falter,Teresa Fanta, Paula Fremstad, Casey Gajewski, Eva Gilkes, Alexis Hall, Brianna Hall, Krista Howe, Erica Howe, Trevor King, Ben King, Jessica Larson, Katherine Larson, Thomas Lind, Jacie List, Isaac List, Simon Mauer, Ethan Mauer, Kellyn Mauer, Ryan

Moser, Courtney Nelson, Jessica Nigh, Rachel Palm, Christopher Palm, Emily Palm, Michaela Penchi, Emma Peterson, Bethany Rebhahn, Joshua Reese, Adrianna Reese, Sasha Rem, Bridgid Rem, Maura Schmidt, Jessica Seelow, Rebecca Sherry, Christopher Stafslien­Dumale, Abby Stafslien­Dumale, Derek Stafslien­Dumale, Mari Stilwell, Madeline Wagner, Darby Wagner, Michal Wagner, Ricky Wagner, Savannah Wileman, Becca Wolfenden, Emily

Mapledale Motivators/56 The Quiet Evenings Here Nerison String Quartet Seas Branch Smithies Totally 80's Springville Superstars Contagious Ward Springville Superstars She Said He's Met You Springville Superstars Bubblegum

Individual Performances—Arts & Crafts—Photography—Group Performances Vernon County Fair Music & Demonstration Entries

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Springville Superstars 4­H Meeting – Lily Lepke March ­ The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Vice­President Brandon Lee. Brandon led the ice breakers. Lily Lepke read the Secretary’s Report. Mikayln Clements approved it. Matthew Hall seconded it. Motion carried. The Treasurer’s Report was not available. Beth gave the parent leader federation report. The Bowling day will be Sunday, March 13 th at 1:00 at Nordic Lanes. JJ McClelland moved a motion to pay for the first game of bowling for members. Matthew Hall seconded it. Motion passed. Zach Lohr reported on the Winter Fun Day at Living Waters Bible Camp. Krista Hall reported on the County Arts Fest placings. The plays got a merit and two blues. The club talked about where to donate the first aid kits the club purchased. The McClelland families have March treats, cans, and clean up. Next month’s lead families are the Johnson and Sloane families. Krista Hall made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Brianna Hall seconded it. Next month we will have the drama club presentations that performed at the County Arts Fest, also those who did poems or speeches. A speaker from the American Red Cross came and talked to us about First Aid Safety.

Enterprise Eagles—Sabrina Servais March—The meeting was called to order by President, Trent Gander. Jackson and Simon lead the pledges. I took role and gave the Secretary's report. Jake Sikora gave the Treasurer's report. Both were approved. Old Business discussed was maintaining the can bins. The plan agreed on was to take down the ridge bin and use the materials to enlarge the dump bin. Thanks to Tim & John for taking care of this. Also thanks to the Krause, Groth and Servais families for getting all of our cans redeemed recently. The Arts Fest and Blanket Project meeting were reviewed. New Business included scheduling the park clean­up and a potluck picnic for our next meeting. We talked about our community service gardens and what need to be done in the spring. Lastly, we talked about ideas for summer activities, including a canoe trip, Memorial Day parades and updating our float, a rocket launch, photography activity, field day and Bingo night. Meeting was adjourned. Next, we had Matt Von Ruden from the EEA speak about the Young Eagles Program.

Liberty Pole Boosters—Erica Howe February—Discussed Arts Fest that will be on March 5th. We need 12 people for 2 hour shifts. We also discussed dates for going to Noah’s Ark.

Seas Branch Smithies ­ Olivia Ahnen March ­ The meeting was called to order by treasurer Brett Cade. The Flag Pledge was led by Kaila Ellefson and the 4­H pledge was led by Riley Cade. The secretary’s report was read by Olivia Ahnen. The treasurer’s report was read by Brett Cade. We have an account balance of $590.86. For old business, a report was given about the 4­ H Extension meeting. New business consisted of a report from Courtney Moser about how different club members did at the Fine Arts Festival. The musical group performed this year’s musical, “Totally 80s” and received a merit. A total of 27 members are part of the musical group this year ranging in ages from kindergarten to sophomore in high school. There is an archery even coming soon in La Crosse and club officer training will happen sometime in the future. The meeting was adjourned (Brynn Cade/ Ryan Clark). The night’s program was given by Carolyn Solverson about photography. She gave good hints and tips for any photography projects we are thinking about doing for the Vernon County Fair. The servers for that night were the Fortun, See, Ahnen, Mikkelson, and Ellefson families. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April, 4, 2011.

Springville Superstars Coulee Wildlife Presentation

The Springville Super Stars 4­H Club will host a Coulee Wildlife Educational Program made possible through a grant from the Vernon County 4­H Parent­ Leader Federation and invite all 4­H members, including Cloverbuds and parents to join us! The date will be Monday evening, May 2 nd from 6:30­7:30 at the Cornerstone Christian Academy located on Hwy 14 between Westby and Viroqua. This will be held before our regular monthly club meeting and is available free of charge. Our presenters Sue & Merv Brouten have been caring for injured and orphaned wildlife at their rural Chaseburg home since 1992. The program will include Coulee Wildlife’s permanently disabled raptors; one red tailed hawk, a charred owl and a saw whet owl that serve as educational ambassadors. The natural history of each bird, habitat, ecology, and wildlife rehabilitation will be discussed. Several hands on objects are used to enhance this presentation. A few infant mammals may be available as well.

Please RSVP by April 28 th to Julie Larson at 634.3439 or [email protected] with the number attending. We look forward to seeing you there!

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May 2011 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Vernon County Horse & Pony Project Fun Horse Show

2 Coulee Wildlife Educational Program

3 4 5 6 7 Super Saturday

( leadership project of youth ambassadors)

8 9 10 11 12 13

Vernon County Fair Mandatory Hog & Sheep Weigh­in

14Vernon County Fair Mandatory Hog & Sheep Weigh­in

15 16 17 18 19 20

Career Fair Hillsboro High School

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22Shooting Sports Orientation Badgerland Pheasant Farm

23Dog Project Obedience Class Registration

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Summer Assistant begins

25 26 27 28

29 30

Memorial Day Office Closed

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Draft

The Vernon County 4­H Leader Parent Federation March 16, 2011

Meeting was called to order by President Tom Titel at 7 pm. Those in attendance, Tom Titel, Rainbow Reachers; Joy Moser and Courtney Moser Seas

Branch Smithies; Beth Lee, Springville Superstars; Jim Hawthorne, Nerison; Deb Primmer, Mapledale Motivators/Rt. 56, Forrest and Robert Krause, Enterprise Eagles; Colleen Pulvermacher, 4­H Youth Development Educator. Pledges were lead. February minutes were reviewed. Motion by Beth Lee, second by Jim Hawthorne to approve, motion carried. Correspondence ­ Thank You from Cindy Daniels was read. Joy Moser gave the Treasurer’s report with an ending balance in the general fund of $19,387.50. Jim Hawthorne move to accept the Treasurer’s report with a second by Beth Lee, motion carried. Much appreciation to Joy Moser for her work on updating the treasurer’s report. The 2011 Annual Budget was presented and reviewed. A motion from Deb Primmer, second from Beth Lee, was carried to approve the 2011 budget. Deb Primmer presented a new break down for the redistricting for the county. The new plan will redistribute the five areas within the county. This will allow for a more balanced number of 4­H members in each of the five areas. The areas are, Area #1 Nerison (49) and Liberty Pole Boosters (49), Area #2 Hillsboro Hilltoppers(5), Hillsboro Hotshots (16), Kickapoo Rustlers (13), Mapledale Motivators/Rt. 56 (30), Springville Super Stars (40) Area #3 East Ridge Beavers (19), Enterprise Eagles (34), Lucky Clovers (33), Mississippi Steamers (18) Area #4 Davis Digger/ Belgium Builders (13), Seas Branch Smithies (83) Area #5 DeSoto Strivers (23), Retreat Ramblers (30), Tewalt Toilers (20), Rainbow Reachers (23). The sole purpose for the areas is hosting the annual banquet. Area 3 will be the hosts for the 2012 Annual Banquet. A motion by Beth Lee and a second by Courtney Moser to approve new areas, motion carried. A report was given on the Leaders Retreat. There was discussion on having the Youth Ambassadors give the Project Activity Disc Awards at the Annual Banquet. A motion by Beth Lee and second by Deb Primmer, to have youth ambassadors present project discs awards at the annual banquet. Motion carried Colleen reported that 10 youth and 2 chaperones will attend the Space Camp trip. The trip will be in April traveling to the NASA Space Center in Huntsville, AL. A trip to U.W. Madison for the Youth Conference will be attended by 7 youth from the county. Applications for scholarships have been received from 4 high school graduates and 2 post graduates. The Fair Board has approved the building of a new 4­H Food Stand. Lloyd Hardy will provide the building plans for this board’s consideration. Pending funding, construction will start after the 2011 fair. The recommendation was made for an annual audit of the food stand account. There was discussion on raising donations for the new food stand by selling boards and stools, pieces of history from the old food stand. Three student applicants will be interviewed for the summer intern position to be filled by mid May. Thank You to all who help make the Arts Fest a success. A motion by Joy Moser and a second by Beth Lee, carried to adjourn.

Respectfully submitted by Jim Hawthorne

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Vernon County 4­H Clubs Old Member # New Member #

Central Area Area #1

Davis Diggers/Belgium Builders 13 Nerison 49 Lucky Clovers 33 Liberty Pole Boosters 49

Mapledale Motivators/Rt 56 30 Springville Superstars 40 Total 116 Total 98

Eastern Area Area #2 Hillsboro Hilltoppers 5 Hillsboro Hilltoppers 5 Hillsboro Hotshots 16 Hillsboro Hotshots 16 Kickapoo Rustlers 13 Kickapoo Rustlers 13

Mapledale Motivators/Rt 56 30 Springville Super Stars 40

Total 34 Total 104 Northwest Area Area #3 *2012 Banquet Hosts* Enterprise Eagles 34 East Ridge Beavers 19 Mississippi Steramers 18 Enterprise Eagles 34

Lucky Clovers 33 Mississippi Steamers 18

Total 52 Total 104 North Central Area Area #4

East Ridge Beavers 19 Davis Diggers/Belgium Builders 13 Nerison 49 Seas Branch Smithies 83 Seas Branch Smithies 83 Total 151 Total 96

Southern Area Area #5 Liberty Pole Boosters 49 DeStoto Strivers 23 DeStoto Strivers 23 Retreat Ramblers 30 Retreat Ramblers 30 Tewalt Toilers 20 Tewalt Toilers 20 Rainbow Reachers 23 Rainbow Reachers 23 Total 145 Total 96

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4-H Project Super Saturday May 7th Open to all Vernon County 4-H members and friends!

9—11 a.m. Vernon County Fairgrounds—Youth Activity Building Sponsored by Vernon County 4-H Youth Ambassadors

Featuring: Foods

Dairy Promotion—Dairy Tasting

Beef

Flowers—make a Mother‛s Day Gift

Sewing

Shooting Sports—Rubber Band Gun

Pigs

Cookie Decorating

And fun!

Project change and enrollment deadline is Wednesday, June 1st. Do not miss this opportunity to check out new projects or brush up on ones you are already enrolled in!

Registration deadline for Super Saturday is Friday, April 29th. Call 637-5276 or email [email protected] to register. Cost: $2.00 for 4H members & $3.00 for non 4-H. Fee will be collected at the door. Please make checks out to: 4-H Leader/Parent Federation.

4-H Youth grades 7th plus can still join youth ambassadors and get in on this leadership opportunity to plan, teach and inspire younger 4-H youth! The next youth

ambassador planning meeting and social is Sunday, April 10th at Norwegian Hollow 4—6 p.m. Contact youth ambassador advisors, Tom Titel (648-3227)

or Vickie Dunnum (634-4519) for more information.

EEO/Affirmative Action employer, UW­Extension 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

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Vernon County Youth Ambassadors

Youth Ambassadors met at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve on

Saturday, March 12th. Eric Titel agreed to be the treasurer for the group. The recorder responsibility will rotate each month. A decision was made to plan the spring Super Saturday. The date will be Saturday, May 7th from 9 –11 a.m. at the fairgrounds. 4­H Super Saturdays are hands­on educational days for 4­H members and their friends. The following project areas will be featured: foods, dairy promotion, beef, flowers, shooting sports, sewing, swine and possibly rabbits. Youth ambassadors signed up to contact project leaders to help at Super Saturday. A youth ambassador sweatshirt design was created and Vicki Dunnum, parent advisor, will follow up with pricing, etc. The next youth ambassador meeting will be held 4—6 p.m. at Norwegian Hollow on Sunday, April 10th. All 4­H youth 7th grade and older are welcome and encouraged to join the fun! Contact youth ambassador advisors, Tom Titel (648­3227) or Vickie Dunnum (634­4519) with any questions.

Terrific Tuesdays Coming This Summer!

Do you want to make your summer Tuesdays terrific? 4­H Home & Family Committee (oversees Foods and

Nutrition and Sewing projects) wants to help youth get a jump start on some projects for the fair. Do you want to learn to make jam and biscuits, or a

mouth­watering cookie? How about a pillow case for yourself or a friend? Maybe a quilted wall

hanging? We will be making these and other items that we can do in an afternoon. We are working on

the details to provide these opportunities on Tuesdays from June 14th through July 28th,

provided there is enough interest. Talk it over in your 4­H clubs and with your family. You can come to one class or all and parents are welcome! When you leave for the day you will have an item that you can exhibit at the fair and the knowledge on how to do it again. We want it to be fun and there will be a community service

aspect as well. So keep these days in mind and watch for more details next

month!

Vernon County 4­H & Tractor Supply Company

Our local Tractor Supply will be selling the 4­H Clovers

from April 15th—April 25th.

Tractor Supply stores in communities across the country have long supported 4­H clubs, and now, Tractor Supply Co. has entered into an official partnership with the National 4­H Council as your National 4­H Project Headquarters. This means that Tractor Supply will help raise money for county 4­H programs, such as the Paper Clover Campaign, a national in­store fundraiser that benefits state and local 4­H programming. Our local Tractor Supply Co. in Viroqua is very excited to offer this opportunity for our Vernon County 4­Hers to show off their projects or to hold a cookout/brat fry at the store during this event. Any of our Vernon County 4­H Clubs that wish to participate or are interested in finding out additional information about this opportunity, please contact Gail Klinkner, Store Manager. 637­8844.

Vernon County Animal Project News Dairy Project

Calling All Interested County 4­H Youth

Dairy Judging To Begin!!

It’s springtime and that means it is dairy judging time!! All 4­H dairy youth interested in trying out for the Vernon County Jr. & Sr. Dairy Judging teams are welcomed and encouraged to participate. Vernon County can send eight junior and eight senior team members to the Area Animal Science Days competition on June 30th. Even if you aren’t on the team, there are many other ways to be involved, such as the dairy showmanship and dairy poster contests. So everyone is welcome! We are also looking for volunteers to help coach the dairy judging teams. If you are interested, please contact Chrissy Wendorf via email at [email protected] or at 608.512.9140. We also welcome your input on the best night of the week to have workouts ­ please let Chrissy know that as well. Be sure to watch the May 4­H Newsletter for the dates and locations of the

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Animal Project News Continued

Horse Project

Draft—March Meeting Minutes Brook Brown called the meeting to

order. We set the date for the Vernon County 4­H fun show. It will be held May 1st at the Wild West Days grounds. We also talked about possible judges for the show. The horse project will be having a Clinic June 18th, our guests will be Pat Stevenson, Susan Arenz and others. We decided on a adult committee for the clinic. Jill Bjornstad, Karen Gherke, Kim Dravis, Mary Hanson, and Kristen Cowden will be the members of the committee. Horse barn repairs need to be made. Leaders plan on going through the barn and recording everything that needs to be fixed.. A list of repairs will be submitted to the Fair Board for approval. We also talked about horse project members attending W.W.H.S.A shows this summer. We set a date for a potluck, and trail ride May 22nd at Jerry Gilbertson's ranch. Kelly Boardman talked about a vet coming down from Minnesota to do coggins for anyone who was interested on March 18th. Our next meeting will be at the Extension Office in the first floor conference room at 1:00pm, April 10th . Callie Dziadosz, Vernon Co. 4­H Horse & Pony Project Secretary

April 15, 16 & 17—2011 Alliant Energy Center, Madison Save by purchasing your ticket in advance! 1 Day General Admission

$ 10 Advance—$ 15 at the gate (cash only) Daily Admission includes parking. General Admission for Children 7 & under Free. Advance ticket orders will be accepted until April 5, 2011 and will be mailed. Friday & Saturday Evening Show tickets are available only through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com. Price: $10.00 Fair Hours 2011 Friday, April 15 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (5:30 PM in Coliseum) Saturday, April 16 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (5:30 PM in Coliseum) Sunday, April 17 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Gates open at 7:00 AM each day. Coliseum will close at 5:30 PM on Friday and Saturday and will re­open at 6:30 pm for the evening shows. Complete information can be found on their website: http://midwesthorsefair.com/

Vernon County 4­H Horse & Pony Project Trail Ride

Sunday, May 22, 2011 10:00 am

Highland Quarter Horses E7630 Rognstad Ridge Rd

Cashton, WI

Enjoy Riding Easy Trails! Food & Fun!

Potluck—Bring Dish to Pass Project Will Provide Hot Dogs, Beverages & Paper Products

Cost 4­H Members $2.00—Non 4­H Members $4.00

All riding participants must be 3rd grade or older, and must wear a helmet & boots (Adults Included) Must provide current coggins—original & copy A Parent/Guardian must accompany youth

For further information contact: Kristen Cowden—637­2057

Vernon County 4­H Horse & Pony Project Trail Ride Registration Form

Deadline—Friday, May 13th, 2011

Name: ____________________________________

Address:___________________________________

Phone:__________ Email _____________________

4­H Member ? Yes No If no, what 4­H member are you a guest of? __________________________________

__________________ _____________________ Youth Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

Make checks payable to Vernon Co. Horse & Pony Project and mail them to: Vernon Co. UW­Extension Office, 318 Fairlane Dr., Suite 392, Viroqua, WI 54665.

EEO/Affirmative Action employer, UW­Extension 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.

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

HORSE SHOW JUDGE: CARRIE HANSON WHERE: WILD WEST GROUNDS

WHEN: SUNDAY, MAY 1ST STARTS: PROMPTLY AT 10:00AM

Rain or Shine! ( The show site may be moved to the Vernon County Fair Grounds,

Hansen Arena should footing be a concern.) Required Safety Checks Will Be Performed That Day!

COGGINS PAPERS REQUIRED­BOTH THE ORIGINAL AND COPY FOR OUR FILES

HELMETS AND BOOTS REQUIRED

1. PONY HALTER 56" UNDER 2. HALTER 56" OVER 3. OPEN HALTER 4. SHOWMANSHIP (3­7) 5. SHOWMANSHIP (8­13) 6. OPEN ENGLISH W/T 7. OPEN ENGLISH PLEASURE 8. OPEN ENGLISH EQUITATION LUNCH BREAK 9. OPEN BAREBACK W/T 10. OPEN WESTERN W/T 11. WESTERN PONY PLEASURE under 56” 12. WESTERN HORSE PLEASURE over 56” 13. HORSEMANSHIP 3­7 14. HORSEMANSHIP 8­13 15. OPEN EGG & SPOON 16. OPEN PLUG RACE 17. OPEN CATALOG RACE 18. OPEN BARREL RACE 19. OPEN POLES

The exhibitor is the only person allowed to ride their animal while at the fun show. No one under grade 3 is allowed to handle or ride an animal at any time. Boots with a 1/2”

cutout heel and ASTM/SEI approved helmet, buckled, are mandatory while mounted. NO EXCEPTIONS!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT JILL BJORNSTAD—633­4927 OR BY CALLING THE EXTENSION OFFICE 637­5276.

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

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

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Animal Project News Continued Reminder!

Vernon County Beef – Sheep – Swine– Weigh­in 2011 *All meat animal exhibitors and their parent or legal guardian will be required to sign a “Statement of Origin” at the weigh­in. *If you are purchasing your feeder animal from out of state, you can pick up your RFID ear tags from the UW­Extension Office and send them to the seller to apply to the animal. The RFID tab will serve as the official tag to cross state lines.

Steer Weigh­in

The Mandatory Steer Weigh­in is scheduled for Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, for beef

exhibitors who intend to participate in the Meat Animal Sale at the 2011 Vernon County Fair. It will be held at the fair grounds in the Livestock Show and Sale Arena from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to NOON on Saturday.

Hog Weigh­in

The Mandatory Hog Weigh­in is scheduled for Friday, May 13, from 4­8 p.m. and Saturday, May 14 from 8 a.m. to NOON. The weigh­in will take place in the Livestock Show and Sale Arena at the fair grounds. You must have your hogs weighed if you intend to participate in the 2011 Meat Animal Sale at the Vernon County Fair.

Sheep Weigh­in

The MANDATORY sheep weigh­ in will be held at the same time and location as the hog weigh­in (please

read the above article). You must have your lamb weighed and identified if you intend to participate in the 2011 Meat Animal Sale at the Vernon County Fair. You can fill out your “sheep registration” form at the time of weigh­in. All lambs that are to be weighed­in MUST have their scrapies ear tag.

For complete information regarding weigh­in procedures for the Beef, Sheep & Swine projects, please review the 2011 weigh­in information on page 7 of the March newsletter. The newsletter can also be found on our website vernon.uwex.edu

Vernon County Shooting Sports Project News

4­H Shooting Sports Required Orientation Sunday, May 22nd

Meeting For Parents, 4­H Members & Shooting Sports Leaders

Tour of Badgerland Pheasant Farm S2047 East Ridge Rd Westby, WI 54667

Attention all families with 4­H members in the shooting sports project, there will be a state required orientation on Sunday, May 22, 2011, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Badgerland Pheasant Farm outside of Westby. (Corky & Jerry Roethel Farm) This meeting is to inform the members and their families about the 4­H Shooting Sports project leaders, various disciplines, events and regulations. That evening we will also have papers that will require a signature by a parent or guardian. There will be a tour for the 4­H members of the Pheasant Farm and refreshments will be served. RSVP is needed and can be done by calling the Extension Office, 637­5276 or by emailing [email protected]. Registration Deadline is Wednesday, May 18th.

Open—2011 CVCC 3D Archery Shoot: April 9th & 10th. This will be a Dual Shoot with Chaseburg Rod & Gun Club. Archers shooting both at CVCC and at Chaseburg will be eligible for a drawing for a 3D target or cash prize at the duel shoots. Open—2011 CVCC Muzzleloader Shoot Schedule: The CVCC Muzzleloader first shoot is on Saturday, April 16th, starting at 1:00 p.m.. Other shoots will be on the 3rd Saturday of the month in May, July, Aug. & Sept. The June shoot will be on the 4th Saturday as part of the annual Coon Creek Rendezvous. For further information contact Royce Curtis 452­3809.

4­H Shooting Sports Project Save The Dates Practice Shoots 6:00pm: Sundays June 12, July 17, & August 14 Other Important Dates: Sunday July 24—15th Annual 4­H Shooting Sports Competition Sunday August 28th—Vernon Co. Fair Premium Shoot Please Note: All practices, 4­H competitions & the Vernon County Fair Premium Shoot will be held at the Coon Valley Conservation Club. Vernon County 4­H members that participate at the practice shoots, annual competition and premium shoot, can put their name in a drawing for a .22 gun. Drawing will be held at the premium shoot on August 28th.

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2011 4­H SENIORS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Michele Gutenberger—Seas Branch Smithies High School: Westby Graduation Date: May 28, 2011 Years in 4­H: 10

Parents: Brian & Teresa Gutenberger Plans after graduation: Attend UW­Madison for Agricultural Business In Michele’s own words: I thoroughly enjoy every project in 4­H that I am involved in. I am/was involved in dairy, rabbits, clothing, cultural arts, cooking, photography, gardening, child development and house plants. Through the years, my favorite projects in 4­H have been dairy, clothing and cultural arts. I am the most active in the dairy project. I show not only at the Vernon County fair, but also at the Wisconsin State Fair in Milwaukee for 5 years and several other shows throughout the year. In my 4­H club, the Seas Branch Smithies, I have been President for 2 years, Treasurer for 2 years and Reporter. My favorite club activity was participating in our club’s musical. When I was in the musical we did the themes of West Side Story and Toy Story, which we traveled all the way to the State Fair. Another activity I enjoyed was standing on my club’s float for the Syttende Mai Parade. I am also involved in the Vernon County 4­H Youth Ambassadors group where I held the offices of President, Vice President and Treasurer. The most exciting events I participated in for this group was when we organized a Super Saturday with the DNR and then presented our idea at the North Central Region Volunteer Forum in Milwaukee. I have also attended Upham Woods 4­H camp for 3 years. I have attended 4­H Youth conference in Madison, Citizenship Washington Focus in Washington D.C., and National 4­H congress in Atlanta, GA. Besides 4­H, I am involved in National Honors Society, Band, Choir, Forensics, Mathlete Team, FFA, Student Council, Class Officer, Green Club and Jr. Holstein. I highly encourage kids to participate in 4­H for it is a wonderful organization with so many opportunities. I would also highly recommend all youth to continue to stay active in 4­H until they graduate for there are many opportunities that are only for the older youth.

Zachary Hall – Seas Branch Smithies High School: Westby Graduation Date: May 28, 2011 Years in 4­H: 10 Parents: Ron & Marsha Plans after graduation: Attend UW­Stevens Point for environmental science In Zachary’s own words: Being in 4­H has benefitted me in being able to try many different things such as woodworking, photography, dairy, gardening and shooting sports. I would have to say shooting sports and showing dairy have been my favorites. There were many fun times during the contests and in the dairy barn! I was honored to be named the top shooter for the county last year. I have also been active in sports at Westby High, having played foot­ ball, basketball and baseball all four years, along with being in Band and Jazz Band and various clubs. I would encourage students to join 4­H as it does provide many opportunities to try things that you may not otherwise be able to. It has been great for me to be part of our club.

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Allyson Hastings—Liberty Pole Boosters 4­H Club High School: Viroqua Graduation Date: May, 28, 2011 Years in 4­H: 10 Parents: Jeff Hastings & Rena Thompson Plans after graduation: Attend UW­Richland Center In Allyson’s own words:

4­H has been a wonderful experience for me. I learned useful leadership skills through being my clubs Reporter and Vice President. I loved taking projects to the Vernon County Fair and showing them to my friends and family. My favorite projects were flowers and cake decorating. I enjoyed our clubs roadside clean up day. It was nice to know we were helping the environment. I also enjoyed going to Noah’s Ark. When I was in 7 th grade I went to 4­H camp at Upham Woods. It was very enjoyable! Besides 4­H I have been in FFA, Drama, Church Activities and Writers Group. I highly recommend staying in 4­H until graduation because it is a very educational and meaningful way to spend your time. 4­H is a lot of fun and you meet a lot of nice people!

Kaitlin Lepke—Springville Superstars 4­H Club High School: Luther High School Graduation Date: May, 29, 2011 Years in 4­H: 9 Parents: Mark & Theresa Lepke Plans after graduation: Veterinary Technician. In Kaitlin’s own words: The project I have really enjoyed throughout my 4­H experience has been dairy. The experience of training an animal and getting her ready has been so much fun. Leadership roles I’ve had in my club have been acting as club secretary and club president. My most memorable club activities have been skiing, planting trees, sledding, making Christmas cookies and making Valentine’s Day cards. Memorable County/State activities I have been in are State Fair, Vernon County Fair, “Putting Your Best Foot Forward”, seminar at the County & State levels. Activities I have been in besides 4­H are cross country (4 years), track (4 years), band (marching, pep & concert, 4 years), choir,(3 years), hand bells (4 years) and drama (1 year). I have been working as a kennel attendant at the Viroqua Veterinary Center, (4 years) and have lived on a 60 cow dairy farm. Some advice I would give others in 4­H would be to not quit. Although it may be very difficult at times, it will prepare you for the future and you’ll be glad you stayed in it.

Courtney M Stilwell—DeSoto Strivers 4­H Club High School: De Soto High School Graduation Date: May 27, 2011 Years in 4­H: 14 Parents: John and Patricia Stilwell Plans after graduation: Attend Viterbo University Nursing Major In Courtney’s own words: I have had opportunities to participate in many project areas in 4­H, youth leadership and horses being my favorite. I have had many community service projects local and international; anything from spring yard work for the elderly to sending care packages overseas. Leadership activities have helped me grow as an individual and allowed me to share my growth with the younger club members. In my sophomore year I was able to work with the younger members as a camp counselor and was apart of a youth leadership group that put together a “Super Saturday” called “4­H Fiesta”. It was an all day event that covered multiple project areas. This particular project was a great experience. I have also been active in softball, volleyball, basketball, Student’s Activity Council, FFA and Biology Club. I recommend others stay active in 4­H because it truly is a positive role model in your life, especially speaking from a leadership position, the pleasure from working with young 4­Hers and the gratitude and eagerness they have to learn is rewarding by itself.

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Emily Wolfenden—Hillsboro Hotshots 4­H Club High School: Hillsboro Graduation Date: May 27, 2011 Years in 4­H: 13 Parents: Jay & Carol Wolfenden Plans after graduation: Attend UW­Madison, Journalism and Mass Communications. In Emily’s own words: I have most enjoyed the public speaking and communications projects. As a journalism and mass communications major, the 4­H speaking contest has been important in developing my speaking skills for school and forensics. I have been Vice­President and President of the Vernon County Youth Ambassadors. I have done community service through the 4­H club such as highway clean­up and cleaning the fairgrounds. In Junior High I participated in Space Camp three times and traveled to Huntsville, Alabama. Resides 4­H, I have taken 14 years of dance and am in or have been in FBUA, FFA, FCLUA, band, choir, forensics, H­club, Spanish club, national honor society, track & field, volleyball, honors choir and confirmation class. I have been a class officer and have served on prom committee and prom courts. I was also a Hillsboro Fireman’s Labor Day Queen Candidate.

Carrie Lee Gehrke—Lucky Clovers High School: Viroqua Graduation Date: May 28, 2011 Years in 4­H: 10 Parents: Rick & Karen Gehrke Plans after graduation: Attend WTC La Crosse for Radiologist In Carrie’s own words: The project I really enjoyed doing in 4­H was my project book. The project book was a book that you made to show off what awards you have won that year. One of the leader skills I had in 4­H was the horse and pony project leader. I have participated in helping the little children in my 4­H with there projects every 4­H meeting. One of the state activities I participated in was when I went to the State 4­H Horse Show in Milwaukee. Some non 4­H activities I participated in were solo ensemble at Westby high School, softball for 4 years and basketball for 3 years. Other activities were in FFA apple picking and Band, which we traveled to Washington D.C. and New York. The advice I would give others about staying active in 4­H is just to participate as much as you can with anything and also help out with anything you can. It also helps if you are a leader of some sort in your 4­H club; because that shows that you are a committed 4­H member. When you are in 4­H, it is always really good if you attend every meeting and give great ideas. I also think being in 4­H is a lot of fun and I feel being in 4­H shows that you are a committed and dedicated person.

Caitlin Malin—Seas Branch Smithies 4­H Club High School: Westby Graduation Date: May 28, 2011 Years in 4­H: 12 Parents: Paul & Laura Malin Plans after graduation: Attend UW­L or Edgewood for Therapeutic Recreation In Caitlin’s own words: Throughout my years in 4­H, I have been very active in my sheep projects. I have showed sheep since 3 rd grade and have enjoyed it every year. Also, I have participated in Arts and Crafts at the fair. I have been a part of Seas Branch 4­H club for 4 years, but before that I was active in the Coon Prairie 4­H club. I participated in many fun musicals with Coon Prairie including a couple of trips to State. Other activities I am involved in are volleyball, basketball, FCCLA, student council, band and NHS. My advice to members in 4­H are to stay active and be a role model for all of the younger members. Even if you are older, stay active in the musicals because that is a wonderful opportunity. Make the effort to be a part of everything 4­H offers and make life­long friendships and connections.

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WISCONSIN LIVESTOCK BREEDERS ANNOUNCE 2011 YOUTH EVENTS

The Wisconsin Livestock Breeders Association's 31st Annual Spring Preview Show will be held on June 11 th, 2011 at the Jefferson Fair Park, Jefferson, WI. Entries must be postmarked by May 1 st . Exhibitors age 8­19 by January 1 st , 2011 in the beef, sheep and swine projects are eligible to exhibit. Junior livestock exhibitors and their families interested in gaining knowledge of the livestock industry, expanding project management skills, and learning new fitting and showing techniques, should consider adding the 13th Wisconsin Junior Livestock Camp to your calendar of summer events! This year's camp is scheduled for June 17­19 th and will be held at Wisconsin State Fair Park. New this year; family friendly reduced rates! Out­of­state campers are welcome. Registration deadline is May 15th. WLBA’s newest event the “Wisconsin Summer Spectacular” will be held in Wausau on August 19­20 th at the Marathon County Fairgrounds. Following the format of the popular Spring Preview Show, the Summer Spectacular will offer youth one last chance before the start of school to exhibit their livestock projects and participate in an educational quiz bowl and judging contest. Entries for this show must be postmarked by July 31 st . 2011 Master Stockman Award applications will be accepted at both the Spring Preview and Summer Spectacular Shows. Three $750.00 Master Stockman awards within the beef, sheep and swine species will be chosen as well as (3) $500.00 runner­ups. Entry information and applications for all events, as well as 2011 Master Stockman Award applications can be found on the WLBA website at www.wisconsinlivestockbreeders.com or by contacting Executive Director Jill Alf at 608/868­2505 or [email protected].

Wisconsin Livestock Breeder’s Association T­Shirt Design Contest

Are you a creative livestock enthusiast who would like to help promote the Wisconsin Livestock Breeders Association (WLBA) and the livestock industry in Wisconsin? The WLBA's 2nd Annual T­shirt Design Contest may be for you! Each year the WLBA features a new t­shirt design with the WLBA logo on the front and a new theme related to showing livestock on the back. The WLBA is asking for your help to come up with the 2011 theme and design for the back of the t­shirt. The winning designer will receive a $25 cash award and a free t­shirt with your design! An entry form and contest details can be found on the WLBA website at www.wisconsinlivestockbreeders.com. Entry deadline is May 1st.

U.S. Targhee Sheep Association Starter Flock Free Registered Targhee Sheep to be Awarded to Deserving Youth

The U.S. Targhee Sheep Association is offering for the third year a free registered Targhee Starter flock to be awarded to a deserving youth at the USTSA National Show & Sale in Brookings, South Dakota – July 15­16 th . The winner must be present to receive the flock and will be awarded one (1) ewe lamb, one (1) yearling ewe, and one (1) brood ewe donated by members of the USTSA. Each animal will be a USTSA registered animal, and at least QR in Scrapie Codon 171 genotype. The winner will also receive a $150 credit for use toward purchase of additional animals at the 2010 sale.

Applications, due April 1 st , are now available to download at www.ustargheesheep.org or by contacting Tracie Roeder at the USTSA office (406­467­2462). Any young person, ages 9­17, as of January 1, 2011, may apply. Applicants should possess a keen interest in the U.S. sheep industry, commitment to raising Targhee sheep over time, and a firm belief in the abilities of the breed. Applicants must demonstrate proof of care, facilities, and transportation. Aside from receiving the flock of sheep, the winning youth, will be paired with a Targhee breeder living near them who will act as a mentor. The association is committed to helping the winner succeed.

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DAY DATE ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION

Friday— Saturday

April 1­2 La Crosse County 4­H Archery Invitational

Friday April 8 Area Animal Science Days— Preliminary Registration Due

4:30 p.m. UW­Extension Office

Saturday— Thursday

April 2­7 National 4­H Conference Washington, D.C.

Sunday April 10 Vernon County Horse & Pony Project Meeting

1:00 p.m. UW­Extension Office

Sunday April 17 Youth Ambassadors Meeting 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.

Norwegian Hollow, Norwegian Hollow Rd, Viroqua

Wednesday April 13 Whitetails Banquet 5:30 p.m. Westby Rod & Gun Club, Cty P, Westby

Thursday April 14 Pullorum Tester Seminar 6:30 p.m.—9:00 p.m.

Ramada White House, Richland Center

Thursday— Monday

April 14­ 18

Space Camp Huntsville, AL

Friday April 15 Mandatory Steer Weigh­in 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.

Livestock Arena, Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

Saturday April 16 Mandatory Steer Weigh­in 8:00 a.m.— Noon

Livestock Arena, Vernon Co. Fairgrounds

Sunday April 17 Richland County 4­H Rabbit Show 8:00 a.m. Richland Center Community Center

Wednesday April 20 Leader/Parent Federation Meeting 7:00 p.m. UW­Extension Office

Friday April 22 Good Friday—Extension Office Closed

Sunday April 24 HAPPY EASTER!

WHAT’S GOING ON? ­ Dates and Deadlines

Here’s What’s Cookin’ ­ April Recipe From the Kitchen of Jayne Anderson

Leader—Seas Branch Smithies

Apple Cake

3 C. cooked apples 1 Tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 C. crisco oil 1 C. chopped pecans or 2 C. sugar walnuts 3 eggs Topping: 1 Tbsp. vanilla 1 C. brown sugar 3 C. flour 6 Tbsp. butter 1 Tsp. salt 1/4 C. evaporated milk

Preheat oven to 325*. Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking dish. Prepare apples & set aside. Blend the oil, sugar, eggs & vanilla; add the flour, salt & cinnamon. Stir in the apples & nuts. Pour into pan & bake 45 minutes. Topping: Combine brown sugar, butter & milk in a small saucepan; bring to boil & pour immediately over the hot cake. The icing will partially be absorbed into the cake leaving a caramel topping. Trim with reserved nuts. Do not cut for at least one hour. Yields 20 squares. Note: If canned apples are used, use 1 1/2 cans of Cornstock’s Sliced Apples. Drain well and pat with paper towels.

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VERNON COUNTY UW­EXTENSION STAFF

Colleen B Pulvermacher Karen Ehle­Traastad 4­H Youth Development Educator Family Living Agent, Department Head [email protected] karen.ehle­traastad @uwex.edu

Timothy K Rehbein Sonya Lenzendorf Agriculture Agent WNEP Coordinator, [email protected] [email protected]

Cindy Daniels, 4­H Secretary Brenda Adams, Ag & Family Living Secretary [email protected] [email protected]

4­H Focuses on…..

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PERMIT NO. 70

•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

“THE VOICE OF 4­H” Vernon County 4­H Family Newsletter

Published monthly for 4­H families & friends Vernon County