Oakland County
4-H Connections
February, 2016
Dear 4-H Friends,
To those of you who have been part of
the 4-H family for a long time, it is with a
heavy heart that we inform you of the
passing of Tom Schneider. Tom passed
away last night, while traveling in Laos
from a sudden heart attack. Tom was
there on his annual trip to educate the
teachers
on
current
academic
techniques. Those who worked with him
knew his passion for education and
those who learned from him will forever
be transformed by his knowledge. Tom had been with MSU Extension for 39
years, most of which was spent in Oakland County. Please keep his wife,
Brenda and his daughter, Jennifer in your thoughts. More information about
memorial services will be provided as details become available.
Tom’s wife Brenda and daughter Jennifer have created an endowment fund
at the Michigan 4-H Foundation in Tom’s memory. In lieu of flowers, the
family has asked that donations be made there. Below is the information you
will need. Gifts in celebration of Tom’s life can be made payable to the
Michigan 4-H Foundation for The Thomas F. Schneider Memorial Endowment
Fund and mailed to:
Michigan 4-H Foundation
535 Chestnut Rd., Room 240
East Lansing, MI 48824
or made online at www.mi4hfdtn.org/givenow.html
Thank you and please keep Tom and his family
in your thoughts during this difficult time.
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open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual
orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in
cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Margaret A. Bethel, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is
for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against
those not mentioned. The 4-H Name and Emblem have special protections from Congress, protected by code 18 USC 707.
SAVE THE DATE
4-H Discovery Day
“4-H Grows Here”
MAY 7th 2016
10am-3pm
Springfield Oaks Activity Center
Michigan State University Extension
4-H Youth Development Oakland County
1200 N. Telegraph Road
North Office Bldg. 26E
Pontiac, Michigan 48341-0416
Ph: 248.858.0889 • Fax: 248.858.1477
[email protected]
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OAKLAND COUNTY 4-H CONNECTIONS
Exploration Days
Crystal Ball
It’s that time of year where 4-H Families start calling our office to find out about
Exploration Days 2016, so here’s what we know so far…
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Exploration Days will be June 22 – 24, 2016 at the fabulous Michigan State University Campus. In case you didn’t
know, Exploration Days is a 3 day pre-college readiness camp on campus where youth live in the dorms, eat in
the cafeterias, and navigate campus and the 4-H bus system to get to their mini classes (that they selected!) on
time. There are also extracurricular activities like ice skating, swimming, playing sports at the rec centers, and
the Exploration Days Dance! Last year, the Oakland County Delegation included 99 people! We were the second
largest delegation in the state behind Monroe County, and we would like to be the largest!
The cost this year in Oakland County will remain the same at $185 / participant. The registration book will again
be posted online at http://tiny.cc/OC2016YED on February 19th. Please make sure you use the Oakland County
form as it has a few extra options. If you would like a hard copy of the book, instead of viewing it online, you’ll
have to wait until March 8th as we have to pick them up from Campus on the March 7 th. We take registration on
a first come – first serve basis, so you should bring or mail your COMPLETED form and deposit of $90 to the
office ASAP! The remaining balance will be due when you attend the mandatory meeting in May.
Our office will no longer be accepting forms missing signatures. We will help check over forms when you come
to the office. If you are not already enrolled in 4hOnline, you will need to do so. You will also need to pay the
$10 annual 4-H Participation fee if you haven’t done so already. The last day to turn in your registration is April
28th.
Participants and their parents will need to attend one of our Pre-Exploration Days Participant Meetings. These
meetings are MANDATORY, even if you’ve been to Exploration Days before. You can choose from the dates below.
Wednesday, May 25 - 6:30 – 8:30 – Oakland County Fair Grounds (Springfield Oaks)
Thursday, May 26 3:00 – 5:00 – Executive Office Building – Pontiac
Thursday May 26 6:30 – 8:30 – Executive Office Building – Pontiac
Want to Chaperone?
We need one same-gendered Chaperone per 10 youth participants. If you are interested in Chaperoning, please
contact Mary Blumka at [email protected] as soon as possible so I know how many folks we need to recruit.
We have a CCA for the boys (head chaperone) we are looking for a CCA for the girls. Chaperones will be asked to
attend two additional meetings before the event on Wednesday, May 18 from 6:30 – 8:30 & Tuesday, June 14th
from 6:30-8:30.
Options for getting to Exploration Days
Most participants find their own transportation, but we do have other options.
Oakland County 4-H offers a bike trip that starts here in Pontiac and rides to campus
over 2 days ($25). This year we’ll be adding a new option. An Oakland County Parks &
Recreation will be picking up participants in Pontiac and Southfield. Price per
participant has yet to be determined. There will be limited space on the bus and
participants can select that option on a first come / first serve basis.
OAKLAND COUNTY 4-H CONNECTIONS
Oakland County
Fair Fiesta
Fundraiser
Saturday, 2/27
Oakland County 4-H Archery SPIN Club
Looking for something new to do indoors this winter?
Youth ages 12-19 can learn basic archery skills and range
safety during this 6 week club meeting at the Springfield
Oaks Activity center on Tuesdays from February 23 –
March 29, 2016 from 7-8 pm. The cost is $15/4-H
Members & $25/Non-Members.
All materials and equipment will be included.
Club size will be very limited. For youth wanting to register
and Adults wishing to volunteer contact
Mary Blumka at (248) 858.0890 or
[email protected]
Oakland County Fair
Board is looking for
baked good
Tractor Supply Company Paper Clover Campaign
donations: cakes,
4/13-24/2016
cookies, brownies,
This spring’s Paper Clover Campaign will run April 13 – 24 at all 3 of Oakland County’s TSC
pies, etc. to be used locations (Ortonville, Highland, and New Hudson). All funds raised are donated to 4-H
in a cake walk game. and over 70% remain at the county and state level where the store is located. Stores
Please have all baked
goods in plastic
wrapping and marked
if it contains nuts or is
gluten free. Deliver
day of Fiesta
Fundraiser on 2/27.
Fair Board thanks you
in advance!!
Any questions, please
contact Fair Office at
248-634-8830.
with 4-H club participation during the Paper Clover campaign raise more money than
stores who do not have 4-H clubs present.
Ways 4-Hers can help: Support 4-H and visit a Tractor Supply to purchase a paper clover
for only $1 during the campaign and encourage your friends and family to visit a store
during the campaign. Tractor Supply encourages 4-H clubs and members to coordinate
bake sales or fund raising events at the stores during the campaign. Remember to send
our office a Fundraiser Application (attached) prior to the event.
Clubs can also promote 4-H by selling Paper Clovers at a table with a 4-H display including
their club’s projects and membership information (ask us for brochures or
materials). Contact store supervisors for store hours
and to arrange times to come in and promote the
campaign.
Oakland County clubs can benefit directly too. To
apply for funds after your club has worked the
campaign, you will need to complete the request for
funds application which will be in the March
Newsletter and include a sign in sheet listing the times
worked by youth and adults. Funds cannot be
distributed to clubs until they are received by our
county office (usually 2-3 months after campaign
dates).
OAKLAND COUNTY 4-H CONNECTIONS
MSU Maple Tapping and Pancake Feast
Tollgate Education Center & Farm
28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377
March 19, 2016 9 a.m. - noon or noon - 3 p.m.
March 20, 2016 9 a.m. - noon or noon - 3 p.m.
Registration is required and will be available soon
Don’t have a woodlot and sugar shack, but love maple syrup? No worries!
Join us for a fun and delicious experience: pop into the 19th century barn
for a robust pancake meal and then bundle up and join our maple sugaring program.
For more information about 4-H
youth summer
camps and programs at Tollgate
Education Center &
Farm in Novi
please visit:
http://tollgate.msu.edu/
Identify and tap a maple tree, tour the working sugar shack, take a wagon ride, tackle
historical tools, and of course, taste maple syrup. Program includes the hands-on maple
sugaring with wagon ride and pancake celebration with coffee, cocoa, pancakes, real maple syrup, and other goodies! Programs run 9:00am-12:00pm and 12:00pm-3:00pm each
day with a pancake bonanza in the barn beginning an hour before each program with
along with activities, music, and friends!
$ 15 per person 13 and older, $ 12 per child ages 3 - 12, children 2 and under free. To
register, go to http://tollgate.msu.edu/programs
Dog Showmanship
Clinic and
Competition
2/20/2016
4-H Culinary Exchange
Dinner 2016
The 2016 Culinary Exchange was an
amazing
mix
of
cultures
and
delicious food. The following clubs
Join the Canine All-Star crew participated in this year’s exchange
on February 20th, 2016 for a Dog Showmanship and 4-H Head 2 Toe awarded the
Clinic and Competition at Competitive Dog grand prize of the night. To see some
Sports in Grand Blanc. 4-Her’s ages
9-19 are great pictures of the event please
welcome to choose the morning (10-11:45) or click on this link (unfortunately for
afternoon (12:45-2:30) timeslots as available.
Pre-registration for this event is required. Space in
the sessions is limited, so register early. The cost
is $15 for a working team or $6 for an auditing
position. Prices are reduced with the donation of
a NEW pillow for the Grace Center of Hope
Shelter. For questions about registration see the
attached registration form and flyer or contact
Terry Harrison at (248) 860-1396.
you smells not included.)
4-H Poultry Fanciers of
Oakland County
CHINA
Jayno 4-H Club
FRANCE
Puppy Patrol 4-H Club
JAPAN
Sun, Water and Seeds
ZIMBABWE
Davisburg Busy Bees
& O.C.Y.R.C.
SLOVENIA
Wildcats Archery Club
RUSSIA
4-H Head 2 Toe
ITALY
OAKLAND COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
4-H State Awards Due ...........................................................................February 1
4-H Workshops: Youth Adult Partnerships & Officer roles ...................February 6
4-H Winterfest ......................................................................................February 6-7
Horse Court/Council .............................................................................February 10
Oakland County 4-H Rabbit Workshop .................................................February 13
Jr. Master Gardener Workshop ............................................................February 13-14
4-H Office Closed (Presidents’ Day) ......................................................February 15
MSU Tollgate Wild Winter Farm Camp .................................................February 15-16
4-H Veterinary Science Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop ....................February 19-20
Canine All-Stars 4-H Club Dog Showmanship Clinic ..............................February 20
4-H Beef, Sheep & Swine Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop .................February 20-21
4-H Horse Protégé Kick Off meeting .....................................................February 24
Oakland County Fair Fiesta Fundraiser ................................................February 27
Horse Court/Council .............................................................................March 9
Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference ............................................................March 11-13
Oakland County 4-H Horse Council Tack Sale .......................................March 19
Oakland County 4-H Horse Camp Informational Meeting ....................March 23
Horse Court/Council .............................................................................April 13
4-H Fashion Show .................................................................................April 29
4-H Discovery Day .................................................................................May 7
Horse Court/Council .............................................................................May 11
Horse Court/Council .............................................................................June 8
4-H Horse Camp ....................................................................................June 19-23
4-H Exploration Days.............................................................................June 22-24
Oakland County Fair..............................................................................July 8-17
For the most up-to-date events listings, visit our 4-H Activities page
(KC)Kettunen Center workshops, Tustin
(EOBCF) Executive Office Bldg. Conf. Ctr.
(NOB) North Office Building, Pontiac
(MSU) Michigan State University
(OCM) Oakland County Market, Waterford (TGF) Tollgate Farm/Education Center
(SOAC) Springfield Oaks Activity Center
(ISM) Indian Springs Metropark
OAKLAND COUNTY
MSUE 4-H
STAFF PHONE LIST
(248) AREA CODE
Mary Blumka
4-H Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Jason Scott
4-H Program Coordinator
[email protected]
858.0892
Deb Morgan
4-H Program Coordinator
[email protected]
858.0894
Scott Lakin
4-H Tech Wizards
Extension Educator
[email protected]
858.1509
Lisa Kelley
4-H Tech Wizards
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
858.1524
Margi Stockert
4-H Administrative
Assistant
[email protected]
858.0889
Barb Stinson
4-H Registration Clerk
[email protected]
858.1830
Erika Todd
4-H Student Intern
[email protected]
858.0889
Alan Jaros
Tollgate Education
Director
[email protected]
347.0269 ext. 232
STATEWIDE CALENDAR OF EVENTS
4-H Workshops
February 5-6: 4-H/MQHA Horse Judging Workshop & Mini Contest
http://www.ans.msu.edu/uploads/files/2016_Flyer.pdf
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing
February 6-7, 2016: 4-H Winterfest
http://4h.msue.msu.edu/events/event/4_h_winterfest16
Kettunen Center, Tustin
Attention…
Statewide 4-H
Workshops
Each year, primarily
during the school
year, Michigan 4-H
puts on workshops
for teen and adult
volunteer leaders.
These workshops
cover a variety of
subject areas.
While, some upcoming workshops
are listed on the
right-hand side of
this page, the entire
schedule is on the
Michigan 4-H web
site at
http://bit.ly/1olFRn2
As individual workshops open for registration, details
and the program
announcement will
be listed with the
specific workshop.
February 11: Finding the Balance: Strategies for Using Digital Technology . . . .
http://events.anr.msu.edu/DigitalTech2
Your computer
February 13-14: Junior Master Gardener Workshop
http://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?folder=4HJRMG
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 19-20: 4-H Veterinary Science Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop
http:bit.ly/1Ga1bOO
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 20-21: 4-H Beef, Sheep & Swine Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop
http://bit.ly/1JS8BOv
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 26-28: Teen & Adult 4-H Horse Leaders Workshop
http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/teen_adult_4_h_horse_leaders_conference
Kettunen Center, Tustin
March 11-13: Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference
http://4h.msue.msu.edu/events/event/Michigan_4-H_Dairy_Conference
Beechpoint Christian Camp, Allegan
March 12-13: 4-H Robotics Workshop
http://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?folder=4HRobotics16
Kettunen Center, Tustin
Other 4-H Events
March 10: 4-Hairy Horse Benefit Show
Contact Taylor Fabus ([email protected])
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing
March 19: 4-H Day at the Palace & Leadership Workshop
http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4-h_day_at_the_palace_and_leadership_workshop
The Palace of Auburn Hills, Michigan
March 20-23: 4-H Capitol Experience
http://events.anr.msu.edu/4hcapex
Lansing
For the most up-to-date events listing, go to http://4h.msue.msu.edu/events
STATEWIDE NEWS AREA
. 4-H
Animal and Veterinary Science Camp
Michigan 4-H Animal and Vet Science Camp is for youth who are
interested in exploring animal and veterinary science-related projects and
activities. This five-day precollege program is offered in partnership with
Michigan 4-H Youth Development (http://4h.msue.msu.edu), Michigan
State University (MSU) Department of Animal Science
(http://www.ans.msu.edu) and MSU College of Veterinary Medicine
(http://cvm.msu.edu).
At this fun and interactive camp, participants will:
 Engage in numerous hands-on learning activities, ask questions and problem solve.
 Gain animal-handling experience.
 Have the opportunity to visit and explore MSU farms and facilities.
 Work their way through a veterinary science case study as a team
and create a presentation to be critiqued by veterinarians.
 Explore various animal-related career fields while reflecting on their
experiences and community programs.
Who: Participants must be ages 13 to 16 as of January 1, 2016.
Poultry
Enthusiasts Are
Encouraged to
Sign up for MSU
Extension News
Although the cancellation
of poultry shows was
recently lifted, another
outbreak of avian influenza
could lead to the ban’s
reinstatement. MSU
Extension encourages
poultry enthusiasts to
subscribe to the MSU
Extension Poultry News
digest to ensure you have
the most up-to-date
information on avian
influenza and state poultry
show activity.
When: June 27 to July 1, 2016
Where: Michigan State University (http://maps.msu.edu)
Application
Young people interested in applying for this camp need to complete the 2016 Michigan 4-H Animal
and Veterinary Science Camp application packet (bit.ly/1SQvdBQ) and send it by April 1, 2016 to:
Julie Thelen
4-H Animal & Veterinary Science Camp
Anthony Hall 1287G
474 South Shaw Lane
East Lansing, MI 48824-1039
Campers will be selected on the basis of their applications. Space is
limited.
Cost
The cost – which includes all meals, transportation to field trips, lodging
and materials – is $350.
More Information
Additional information is available from:
 The camp web site (bit.ly/1mYPwQV)
 A promotional flyer (bit.ly/1mYPBnG)
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The camp handbook (bit.ly/1SkI7Zm)
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Julie Thelen ([email protected]), 4-H Livestock and Veterinary Science Educator
MSU Extension News
digests are electronic
newsletters of recent
articles and events
published on the MSU
Extension web site. They
are available in a number
of interest areas, including
poultry and other 4-H
topics. Generally delivered
once a month, the
newsletters are a key
communication tool when
emergent issues arise.
Ensure you receive this
information as soon as it is
available by subscribing to
the MSU Extension Poultry
News digest. Simply text
“MSUE” to 22828 or visit
http://msue.anr.msu.edu
and click on “Newsletter
Sign-Up.”
Showmanship Clinic & Competition
Presented by 4-H Club Canine All-Stars
February 20, 2016
Who: 4-H members, ages 9-18
What: Showmanship Clinic and Competition
(Novice, Open, & Champion)
Where: Competitive Dog Sports
(inside Pet Supplies Plus)
11525 S. Saginaw Rd., Grand Blanc
When: February 14, 2015
10am-11:45am and/or
12:45pm-2:30pm
Why: To learn and enhance your
showmanship skills (e.g., stacking,
patterns, presentation of your dog, and
attire with inside tips from the
instructors who are also judges.)
How:
Each class will finish with a
competition for each level (novice,
open, and champion) with 1st-3rd
placements. 1st-2nd place winners will
go on to best of show for each session
(am and pm). You may choose to
compete or not. This competition can
count toward your title.
What to Bring:
 Casual 4-H attire permitted including
jeans, but modesty must be observed.
 Proof of rabies and DHLPP vaccinations
required with pre-registration and/or
registration. Please have vaccination
records available the day of the clinic
even if you included them with
pre-registration.
 Collar and leash or showmanship leash.
 Kennel, treats, water, and bowl for your
canine partner.
 $ For food, beverages, and baked goods.
Registration and Material Costs:
 $15 – working spot (with canine partner)
 $10 - With Donation of a NEW pillow
for Grace Center of Hope Shelter
 $6 – audit spot (without canine partner) or
Free with a donation of a pillow
 $2 – 4-H Dog Junior Showmanship
Manual
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PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!! Classes are limited to 8 working participants (with canine
partner) with each instructor for a total of 36 working spots for the day. Non pre-registered participants
will be allowed on day of clinic ONLY if there are spots available. Contact Terry Harrison at
(248) 860-1396 with any questions or to determine if working spots are still available.
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce
and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. Michigan State University Extension programs
and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height,
weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.
Showmanship Clinic & Competition
Presented by 4-H Club Canine All-Stars
February 20, 2016
Handler Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Dog’s Name & Breed: ________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________ Email Address: _____________________________
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________
City: _________________________________ State: _____________ Zip Code: _______________
Check the empty box under the level of class and next to the type of spot (working or audit) for which
you would like to register. You can register for the am or pm with a specific instructor/judge, or you
can register for both the am and pm to gain instruction from two different instructors/judges.
Novice
Open/Champion
10am-11:45am (9:45am Instructor: Maggie Lundquist
Instructor: Debbie Mapes
registration)
working, with canine partner
working, with canine partner
($15)
($15)
($10 )with pillow donation
($10) with pillow donation
audit, without canine partner
audit, without canine partner
($6)
($6)
Free with pillow donation
Free with pillow donation
12:45pm-2:30pm
Instructor: Debbie Mapes
Instructor: Maggie Lundquist
(12:30pm registration)
working, with canine partner
working, with canine partner
($15)
($15)
($10 )with pillow donation
($10 )with pillow donation
audit, without canine partner
audit, without canine partner
($6)
($6
Free with pillow donation
Free with pillow donation
Check the box below if you would like to purchase a 4-H Dog Junior Showmanship Manual for $2.
4-H Dog Junior Showmanship Manual ($2)
Amount Enclosed: Class(es): $__________ + Manual: $__________ = Total: $__________
Mail pre-registration, payment (checks made out to Canine All-Stars), and vaccination records to
Terry Harrison
4819 Forest Ave
Waterford MI 48328
Oakland County 4-H Youth
Development
4-H Archery SPIN Club
Looking for something new to do indoors this winter? Learn basic archery
skills and range safety during this 6
Who: Ages 12-19
When: Tuesdays
February 23—March 29
7:00—8:00pm
week club. All materials and equipment
will be included.
Where: Springfield Oak
Club size will be very limited. For youth
Cost:
wanting to register and Adults wishing
to volunteer contact Mary Blumka at
[email protected] or
(248) 858.0890
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs
and materials are open to all without regard to race,
color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion,
age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual
orientation, marital status, family status or veteran
status.
Michigan State University is committed to providing
equal opportunity for participation in all programs,
services and activities. Accommodations for persons
with disabilities may be requested by contacting the
event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event.
Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Activity Center
$15 Current 4-H Members
$25 New / Non Member
RABBIT & CAVY WORKSHOP
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Rabbit Royalty and 4-H Rabbit
& Cavy Teen Leaders
Are you a CLOVERBUD or NEW YOUTH to the rabbit project?
No cost however donations will be accepted at the
door to help support the 4-H Rabbit Royalty program.
Saturday, February 13th, 10am – Noon
Springfield Oaks County Park • Davisburg, Michigan
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Basic Rabbit Care
Feeding
Handling
Showmanship
Intro to Cavies
Please R.S.V.P. by 2/8/16 to the 4-H Office at 248.858.0889
Michigan State University Extension
Oakland County 4-H Youth Development
1200 North Telegraph Road
North Office Bldg. 26E
Pontiac, Michigan 48341-0416
Name of County
Oakland County
4-H Connections