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October 2010
Tarrant County 4‐H Leadership Adult Leader Association 4‐H County Council 2010‐2011 2010‐2011 President‐Tracy Smith President‐Grady Bruton Vice President‐Dale Tilton Vice President‐Adam Harrison Secretary‐Jim McCullough Secretary‐Makenna Ruder Treasurer‐Cathy Wilson Historians‐Tressa Watkins Council Delegate‐Nancy Atwood Reporter‐Amanda Roach Parliamentarian‐Ashley Rolston Council Delegate‐Kate Atwood For more information about 4‐H Projects, opportunities, programs, or activities, please call 817‐884‐1291 or visit us at 200 Taylor Street, Suite 500 (building entrance faces Bur‐
nett Street). Inside this issue:
CLOVER CORNER
Co. Council Mtg.
Adult Ldr. Mtg.
National 4-H Week
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CONTESTS
Co. Food Challenge
Beekeeping Essay
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CHEERS
Hippology Results
Cheers for Volulnteers
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CALENDAR
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4-H 2010-2011 Year
EVENTS/NEWS
BARN TALK
Livestock Project Form
Livestock Shows
State Fair of Texas
Cindy Bryant County Extension Agent 4‐H Tarrant County 4‐H 6
Leadership Camp
Eligibility Form
4-H One Day
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 8
Contact Tarrant County 4‐H Business Location Fax: 817‐884‐1941 Website: 200 Taylor St., Ste. 500 Fort Worth, Tx 76196 E‐mail: http://tarrant.tamu.edu [email protected] Mailing Address Nf‐[email protected] Click on Our Programs and then Click on 4‐H Tarrant County 4‐H P. O. Box 1540 Fort Worth, Tx 76101‐1540 Phone: 817‐884‐1291 Educational programs of Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or natural
origin. The Texas A&M University System, U. S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating.
County Council Meetings
The 4‐H Youth County Council meet‐
ings are open to 4‐H members age 9 and older. Meetings provide opportu‐
nities for youth to meet, share ideas, plan, and implement activities with other youth throughout the county. Each club is encouraged to send 2—3 representatives to each meeting. Club representatives typically include the President and 1—2 Council Dele‐
gates. 2010‐2011 Co. Council Scheduled Meetings August October Feb April May The next County Council Meeting is on October 25, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Extension office at 200 Taylor Street, Ste. 500, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Adult Leader Meetings
The next Adult Leader meeting will be Cindy at least 2 days prior to the on November 22, 2010 at 7:00 pm at meeting. the Extension office at 200 Taylor Street, Ste. 500, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Each club is invited to send representatives to participate in these meetings. 2010–2011 Adult Ldr. Scheduled Meetings September November January March Anyone who is planning to pick up supplies or copies at an ALA meeting, should email their request to Nanci & May National 4-H Week (Seven days of Celebration)
October 3‐9 is designated as National 4‐H Week. National 4‐H Week is our week to shine. Each day of the week has been assigned a meaning and theme. Throughout the nation mem‐
bers will participate in a variety of activities during the week. In Tarrant County, clubs have been busy plan‐
ning and preparing special events. There will be displays, proclamations, Page 2
Science Day, and service to the com‐ munity. So, mark the dates on your calendar and plan to join the fun!! All the information can be downloaded from the Texas 4‐H and Youth development website at http://texas4‐h.tamu.edu/ for the convenience of printing. MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR LIFE September 4-H Cloverleaf
Contests
4‐H County Food Challenge The 4‐H Food challenge is another way 4‐H members can exhibit the knowledge and skills they gain in the 4‐H Foods & Nutrition Project. The Food Challenge is modeled after com‐
petitions such as the Food Network’s Iron Chef. Teams create dishes using only a predetermined number and amount of ingredients. From these ingredients team members must de‐
velop a recipe and prepare the dish, Teams then make a presentation to a judging panel, explaining the prepara‐
tion steps, serving size, nutritional value, and cost of the dish. the dish, determine the benefits of Teams must provide their own equip‐ these nutrients, and analyze the cost ment, as specified in the Food Chal‐ of the dish. Teams have 40 minutes lenge guidelines. At the start of the to do this. contest, each team is given a set of Teams then make presentations to ingredients and a clue to help them the judges. At least three team determine what dish to prepare. Each members must have speaking roles in set of ingredients is based on a recipe the presentation. Judges may also ask that fits one of the following catego‐ questions of the team members. ries: main dish, fruit and vegetable, Our Tarrant County Food Show Chal‐
bread and cereal, nutritious snacks. lenge will be conducted at TCU on Teams are randomly assigned to a Saturday, November 6th. The entry category, which is announced at the forms are due October 12th. Cost is start of the contest. In addition to $12 per team. For more information preparing the recipe, team members and entry forms go to the Tarrant must also research the nutrients in County 4‐H website. Beekeeping Essay Contest
For the 2011 essay contest, the essay 40% of your score. The number of topic is:“U.S. Honey: A Taste for Every sources consulted, the authority of Preference” the sources, and the variety of the sources are all evaluated. The taste and color of honey varies according to the flowers where the NOTE: For 2011 only essays submit‐
bees gather the nectar. Each differ‐ ted electronically will be accepted. ent type of plant will yield honey with a different taste. The same plants, Rules: growing in different soils and cli‐
mates, can yield different honey. The 1. Contest is open to active 4‐H club 4‐H’ers are encouraged to investigate members only. 4‐H’ers who have the local/regional honeys of the previously placed first, second, or United States and see how they differ third in the national level are not in taste and color. Is a honey dark eligible; but other state winners with a rich flavor, or light in color and are eligible to re‐enter. Require‐
mild‐tasting? One honey may be the ments (failure to meet any one choice for topping your pancakes; requirement disqualifies the es‐
another may be best for baking cook‐
say) Write on designated subject ies or cakes. Actual access to the only. All factual statements must honey for tasting is not required—
be referenced with bibliographi‐
just find out about some of the char‐
cal‐style endnotes. A brief bio‐
acteristics and write about them. logical sketch of the essayist, in‐
cluding date of birth, gender, The scope of the research is an essen‐
complete mailing address, and tial judging criterion, accounting for telephone number, must accom‐
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pany the essay. Length‐the essay proper: 750‐1000 words. The word count does not in‐
clude the endnotes, the bibliography or references, nor the essayist’s bio‐
graphical sketch—which should be on a separate page. Preparation for State and National Judging: ELEC‐
TRONIC SUBMISSIONS ONLY. Pre‐
pare your essays double spaced, 12‐
pt. Times or similar type style, follow‐
ing standard manuscript format. Submit as a Microsoft Word compati‐
ble document. Individuals must send all essays elec‐
tronically to the Texas 4‐H and Youth Development Program by January 10, 2011. E‐mails should be sent to Kyle Merten at [email protected] For more information and certifica‐
tion form go to the 4‐H website un‐
der Current Events. Page 3
Cheers
A TRIBUTE TO VOLUNTEERS ‐‐(Author Unknown) V aluable is the work you do, O utstanding in how you always come through. L oyal, sincere and full of good cheer, U ntiring in your efforts through‐
out the year. N otable are the contributions you make, T rustworthy in every project you take. E ager to reach your every goal, E ffective in the way you fulfill your role. R eady with a smile like a shining star, S pecial and wonderful ‐ that’s what you are! Hippology Contest At the Texas 4‐H Hippology Contest held August 28, the Tarrant County 4‐H team comprised of Elizabeth Leo‐
nard, Meredith McDavid, Lindsey Nance, and Morgan Tedder placed first. They are coached by Doreen Bruton. Congratulations!! Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they
just have the heart.
~Elizabeth Andrew
Because You're Special ‐‐(Author Unknown) We sometimes take for granted In the rush of all we do, And forget to say a special thanks To volunteers like you! So we send this note to tell you How much all you do means, Your gifts of time and of yourself Are special ones indeed. Thanks to all the Tarrant County 4‐H Volunteers who make the pro‐
gram possible for hundred’s of youth in Tarrant County. There are many ways that volunteers show their heart to the youth of Tarrant County. Some of you volunteer as Club Managers and Assistant Managers to make the club ex‐
perience possible. Others help by being project leaders and passing on their experience to the next generation. Some help behind the scenes but all are part of the team that continues to make Tarrant County a great place to be in 4‐H. Page 4
September 4-H Cloverleaf
TBA September Trinity Trash Bash 4‐H Year Begins TBA 25 1 State Fair of Texas Begins 19 24 21‐22 District IV Horse Show 13‐17 Texas 4‐H Rdup‐College Station June Houston Livestock Show County Record Book’s Due Share the Fun Entries due 20 4 11‐26 Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo District IV 4‐H Extreme Ldrshp County Award Applications due 1‐20 March Tarrant County 4‐H Calendar 2010‐2011 December TCJLS Tag In 8‐11a.m. Boswell Ag Barn & 1‐3 Crowley Ag Farm TCJLS paper entries due Happy Holidays TBA Dist Horse Judging County Award Interviews TBA 18 TBA 11‐13 Horse‐O‐Rama County Share the Fun Contest Leadership Camp Adult Leaders Assn. Mtg. Swine Validation Tags due 25 24 28 25 Adult Leaders Assn. Mtg. County Fashion Show 27 31 Fashion Storyboarding 31 11 8 Edu. Pres. Entries due Co. Food Show TBA TBA TBA District Fashion Design Reg. District Fashion Show Reg. Leader Appreciation Dinner TBA TBA TBA District IV Record Book Judging District Record Books Due Adult Awards Nominations due July National 4‐H Week Livestock Project Sheet Due FW Stock Show Parade April 1 15 Prime Time Camp l 12‐13 TX 4‐HCongress‐Austin January 3‐9 Agricultural Day at State Fair TBA October 5 TBA State Horse Show Prime Time Camp II 9‐11 State Fair Lamb & Goat Tags due TBA State Rndp. Registration begins TBA TBA County Dog Show TBA Co. Council @ 7:00 pm Co. Photography Show. 16 TCJLS Scholarship App due 25 18 Dist. IV Range/Pasture ID‐FTW Co. Food Challenge @ TCU TBA 3‐20 TCJL Show TCJLS Scholar Interviews 3:00 San Antonio Stock Show 7 TBA 3‐4 TBA TBA Dist. Shooting Sports Contest Dist. Horse Show Registration Domino’s Pizza Ranch County Horse Show District Dog Show TBA TBA TBA Awards Banq‐Resource Conn. Lamb & Goat Tag Orders due 25 24 22 14‐Feb 15 SW Exposition Livestock Show TBA Gold Star Banquet Dist. Fashion & Storyboarding Co. Food Challenge Entries due 4‐H County Council Mtg. 30 Dist. Entomology Contest Dist. Share the Fun 4‐H Science Day 19 Adult Ldr. Mtg. @ 7:00 p.m. 30 6 25 30 12 Co. Educ. Presentation Contest TCJLS Broiler Order date 17‐18 District Photography Contest San Angelo Livestock Show August 6 17‐27 May TBA Horticulture Workshop 22 February TBA District Quiz Bowl Contests Rabbit Breeding Date Dist. Leaders for Life District Food Show & Food Chall TBA November TBA 26 23 23 Adult Ldr. Mtg. @ 7:00 p.m. Co. Council Mtg. @ 6:30 p.m. Co. Council Mtg. 20 26 Co. Council Mtg. @ 7:00 pm Record Book Training Adult Ldr. Mtg. @ 7:00 p.m. 22 28 Page 5
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Events/News
club and family. First Baptist Church Willow Park Leadership Camp (Re‐scheduled) The cost is $30 per participant and 601 Ranch House Road, includes snacks and lunch. Come in Willow Park 76087 comfortable, 4H appropriate attire, with a positive attitude and a desire All members who would like to to increase your leadership potential. strengthen their leadership skills are If you have any questions, call Regina encouraged to attend a day of learn‐
Watkins at 817‐994‐3656 or email at ing how to utilize the skills you have [email protected]. to be a better leader. All participants will walk away with a higher sense of The class is for members ages 12‐18 what it means to be a leader and how October 23rd 9:00am‐2:00pm to be more effective in your schools, Eligibility Forms (Why do we need one?)
Many members new to 4‐H are unfa‐
miliar with the eligibility form proc‐
ess. For each contest that 4‐H has during the school year 4‐H members must turn in an eligibility form. This form is taken to the member’s school for the principal to sign. The form serves two purposes. Its main objec‐
tive is to show that the member has passing grades and is eligible to par‐ ticipate in extracurricular activities. The other purpose is if the contest is on a school day is to assist the stu‐
dent in obtaining an excused ab‐
sence. These forms must be turned in by public, private and home school members. The forms are due no ear‐
lier than one week prior to the event. 4-H One Day Event
October 9, 2010 will be another great day for the Texas 4‐H and Youth De‐
velopment Program, as that it is the date for the 2nd Annual one day 4‐H event throughout our state. One day 4‐H is one day for all the 4‐H members, parents, leaders, and vol‐
unteers to step out into their commu‐
nities and county and say "thank you" by giving back for them more than 103 years of support to 4‐H in Texas. Page 6
This day of community service is what ever each 4‐H members, club, or county 4‐H Program wants it to be. It could be as simple as picking up trash and mowing the lawn for senior citi‐
zens to elaborate as hosting a 5K Walk/Run and raising money for a cause. In 2009, more than 9,000 4‐H members and adults participated in this great event, and in 2010 we know we can have 15,000! Do you accept the challenge? challenge not just to be part of a great project, be with your friends, but the challenge to make a differ‐
ence in your county and community! Register for this event at http://texas4‐h.tamu.edu/oneday/
onedayreg.php September 4-H Cloverleaf
Barn Talk With Ken
Livestock Project Sheet website under Current Events. Funny Thoughts You must have a current Livestock Project Sheet on file at the 4‐H office in order for you to participate in 4‐H Livestock activities. Livestock Project Sheets must be renewed each year just as your member enrollment form. You can find a livestock project sheet on the 4‐H website under Cur‐
rent Events. The Livestock Project Sheet is due for renewing members on October 1, 2010. You can find the livestock project sheet on the 4‐H If you stick on stickers on non‐stick pans, would they stick on? Do fish ever get thirsty? Why do people pay to go up tall buildings and then put money in binoculars to look at things on the ground? How can someone be dirt poor, and another be filthy rich? 2010-2011 Livestock Shows
Heart O’ Texas October 8‐16, 2010 Waco, Texas Fort Worth Stock Show Jan 14‐Feb 5, 2011 Star of Texas March 11‐26, 2011 San Angelo Livestock Show February 17‐27, 2011 Austin, Texas Tarrant County Junior Livestock Show San Antonio Livestock Houston Livestock Show February 3‐20, 2011 March 1‐20, 2011 February 17‐19, 2011 State Fair of Texas Agricultural Day
Over the past few years, Youth Lead‐
ership Day activities have varied; new events were included, formats were changed. To reach out and engage new participants, the Youth Educa‐
tional Activities Committee promises a day of learning about Agriculture On Display in our daily lives. 4-H Cloverleaf
The State Fair Youth Leadership Day is Tuesday, October 5, 2010. Last year the name was changed to Agri‐
culture Awareness Day in order to involve more of the community. Page 7
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1 3‐9 Livestock Project Form due National 4‐H Week 5 Agricultural Awareness Day at State Fair 6 4‐H Science Day 9 One Day Service Activities 12 Food Challenge Entries due 19 Gold Star Banquet 25 County Council Meeting @ 7:00 p.m. November 2010 6 County Food Challenge @ TCU TBA TCJLS Broiler Order date TBA Horticulture Workshop TBA Rabbit Breeding Date 20 District Quiz Bowl Contests 22 Adult Leader Meeting @ 7:00 pm Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid, services, or accommodation in order to participate in meetings or events are encouraged to contact Cindy Bryant CEA‐4‐H at 817‐884‐1291 ten days prior to the event . TEXAS AGRILIFE EXTENSION
THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
Tarrant County 4-H
P.O. Box 1540
Fort Worth, Texas 76101-1540