atascosa county 4-h awards...

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P.O. Box 379

Leming, Tx, 78050

830-569-0034

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Inside This Issue

Salute to Excellence Award 2

Jam Making Class 2

Roundup Results 3

District Horse Show Results 4

County Council Officer Retreat 5

Leadership Lab 5

Election Convention 5

County Recordbook Results 6

District 12 Recordbook Contest 6

Clubs Around the Community 7

Volunteers Needed ! 7

Club Officer Training 8

Club Manager Training 8

Interviews 8

4-H Open House 8

Livestock Day Camps 9

Ranch Horse Program 9

Beef Showmanship Clinic 9

Saddle & Sirloin Futurity 10

Race Day Classic Steer Show 11

State Fair of Texas Information 11

Aggie Meat Judging Camp 12

Maroon & White Goat Sale 12

Rabbit Extravaganza 13

Texan Livestock Judging Clinic 13

HTYA Summit 14

Scholarship 14 Club Information 15

Printable July Calendar 16

Atascosa County 4-H Awards Banquet

August 2, 2019 at 6:00 PM

Pleasanton Jr. High Cafeteria

We are excited to announce the 2019 awards banquet is just

around the corner. Tickets are $7.00 for parents, non-4-Hers and

guest, and 4-H Member price is $5.00. Due to limited seating, we

cannot guarantee tickets will be available at the door. Please pur-

chase your tickets in advance at the Atascosa County Extension Of-

fice or by mailing in a check by July 23rd.

This years guest speaker will be

Hannah Ward, former member of

Mesquite 4-H Club.

We ask that anyone that can volun-

teer bring in their favorite desert to

share and please include serving

ware.

There will be a silent auction to raise funds for the County Merit

Scholarship. Anyone wishing to donate goods or services may

bring their items to the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office

prior to the event.

Atascosa County Council will be holding a canned food drive at

the Awards Banquet. We ask that you please bring at least one

canned food item to help stock the pantry at local food banks.

We are needing pictures for the sideshow during the banquet. If

you have any photos participating in 4-H Events please send them

to [email protected].

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Jimmy Meyer Receives Salute to Excellence Award

at Texas 4-H Roundup

Each year, the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program provides awards and recognition for

4-H Volunteers and Leaders that provide support to the 4-H program. The Texas 4-H Sa-

lute to Excellence Award recognizes 2 volunteers from each district for their outstand lead-

ership and role they play in the 4-H program. Jimmy Meyer was presented with the Salute

to Excellence award on Wednesday June 12, 2019 at a luncheon during the Roundup compe-

tition. Pictured along side him are, from left to right, Dr. Parr Rosson, III; Jimmy Meyer;

Dale Rankin; and Dr. Courtney Dodd.

Jam Making Class

On June 12, 2019 the ladies of the Brush Country

Study Group held a Jelly Making Class for any 4-H

Member that was interested in attending. Abigail

Kumuas was in attendance to learn the ins and out

of making Strawberry Jam. In addition to leaning

how to make the jam she was able to take home a

few jars of the delicious jam for herself. The

Brush Country Study Group looks to hold more

classes at later dates so pay attention to the

monthly 4-H Newsletter for more chances to learn

other great crafts.

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Atascosa County 4-H At Texas Roundup

Members of the Atascosa County 4-H traveled to College Station, Texas to participate

at the Texas 4-H Roundup at Texas A&M University. Senior Teams participated in Ag

Product ID, Consumer Decision Making, and Livestock Judging. Junior 4-H Member

Tucker Fair participated in Entomology. Both the Consumer Decision Making and

Livestock Judging Teams had to qualify by winning the District 12 Contest in both

events. The Consumer Decision Making team won 5th place at Roundup; the Live-

stock Judging Team won 10th place at Roundup; and Tucker Fair won 3rd with his En-

tomology collection. Great job to all of those 4-H Members that Participated.

Consumer Decision Making team: Stayton Hagen, Ken-

dall Hagen, Caitlyn Nieschwitz, and Trey Hagen Livestock Judging team: Coach Joe Taylor, Hunter Nor-

ment, Mason Vick, Nathan Ricks, Madison Maglievaz, and

Dale Rankin

Tucker Fair with the Ag Product ID team: Caitlyn

Nieschwitz, Kendall Hagen, Stayton Hagen, and Trey

Hagen

Tucker Fair with his Entomology Col-

lection.

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Texas State Horse Show July 21—27, 2019

Brazos County Expo Center, Bryan, Texas

Texas State Horse Show Schedule at:

https://files.constantcontact.com/180ea6f5201/eed3d6ce-bb85-4ed3

-b664-a7b0976842d4.pdf

To the left: Charity Harris on horse Ac-

claimed Invitation, Abigail Henry, and

Joleann Besancon with horse Triple Paint-

ed Madam

Members of Atascosa 4-H Participate in the District 12 Horse Show

(held in cooperation with District 11)

Showmanship at Halter:

Senior: Charity Harris 1st

Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st

Geldings 5 & Over:

Grand Champion Gelding: Charity Harris

Mares 5 & Over:

Grand Champion Mare: Joleann Besancon

Western Pleasure:



Western Horsemanship:

Charity Harris 1st


Trail:

Senior Charity Harris


Hunter Showmanship:



Hunter Under Saddle:



Hunt Seat Equitation:

Senior: Charity Harris


Hunt Seat Versatility:



Senior Hunter Grand Champion:

Charity Harris

Junior Hunter Grand Champion:

Joleann Besancon

Senior horseman Grand Champion:

Charity Harris

Junior Horseman Grand Champion:

Joleann Besancon

To the right: Charity Harris and Joleann

Besancon with their prizes from the day

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Atascosa County 4-H County Council Officer Retreat

The 2019—2020 Elected County Council Officers spent the day on June 4 getting to know one

another by participating in team building activities and planning the 2019—2020 4-H Year.

Leadership Lab and Election Convention 2019

Madilyn Vick

attended the Dis-

trict 12 Leadership

Lab on June 18—

21. This was

Madi’s 2nd year in

a row to attend.

She is pictured-

with friends she

met at a prior

Leadership Lab

and participating

in Leadership

building activities.

Ely Rankin

attended the

2019 District 12

Election Conven-

tion held at the

end of Leadership

Lab. At the Con-

vention he took

place in voting on

new Officers for

the District Coun-

ty Council while

representing

Atascosa County

4-H.

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District 12 4-H Recordbook Contest

All 1st place winners in each category are eligible for the District 12 Recordbook Contest. Registration for the District 12 Contest are to be submitted on 4-H Connect by Tuesday

July 2nd. All Record books for the District 12 4-H contest are due to the Atascosa Exten-sion Office on Monday July 8, 2019, by 5:00 PM.

County Record Cook Results

Senior Categories:

Beef: Caitlyn Nieschwitz 1st

Derek Scharmann 2nd

Citizenship & Civic Education: Kendall Hagen 1st

Autumn Hagen 2nd

Entomology: Stayton Hagen 1st

Horse: Charity Harris 1st

Consumer Education: Trey Hagen 1st

Intermediate Categories:

Beef: Ely Rankin 1st

Chloe Nieschwitz 2nd

Dog Care & Training: Abigail Kumaus 1st

Goat: Usvaldo Landa 1st

Horse: Annlisa Duck 1st

Consumer Education: Holden Hagen 1st

Casper Ringelstein 2nd

Junior Categories:

Horse: Hailey Hannah 1st

Consumer Education: Cross Ringelstein 1st

STEM: Mallory Fey 1st

Rabbits: Cason Wilson 1st

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4-H Clubs Around the Community

Abigail Kumaus K-9 Handlers Club Volun-

teering at Animals Alliance

The Atascosa County Animal Shelter is look-

ing for willing people that want to help walk

and play with dogs at the shelter. If you

would like to help out please contact the

Shelter at (830)769-2341

Montana Aguilar, Mallory Fey, and Reagan Aguilar

showing Members of the Costal Bend College

Summer Camp about MyPlate.

Help wanted for Concession Stand!

The Cowboy of the Year Open Rodeo and Festival will be held Au-

gust 15—17, 2019.

Atascosa County 4-H has sent volunteers to help out in the Conces-

sion Stand and they have provided a part of the proceeds back to

4-H. We need help to fill spots.

We have multiple shifts available each day. If you would like to

help out please contact Ashlie at the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension

office at [email protected] or 830-569-0034 and she can schedule

you for a shift that works best for you.

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Club Officer and Manager Training

The annual officer and manager training workshop will be held on Monday July 15,

2019 at 6 PM.

The training will be at the Atascosa County Extension Office.

Fun Activities are planned for the officers so come excited for a new 4-H year!

This training is for any elected officer for all of the clubs in Atascosa County and club

managers.

Star Awards, Ambassador, and Scholarship

Interviews

Interviews will be held on Monday July 8, 2019 at

the Atascosa County Extension Office if you

applied and did not receive an email with your in-

terview time please contact the Extension Office.

Watch your email to get the exact time of your in-

terview. Every applicant must interview at their

scheduled time.

Save the Date for 4-H Open House

August 18, 2019 3 PM—5PM

Atascosa County Extension Office

Come out to the Atascosa County Extension Office and see what all projects and

clubs Atascosa 4-H has to offer. This is a great opportunity if you have any friends

that want to know more about 4-H, and also for the experienced 4-H Members to

see the different projects that are offered in our county. If you have any questions

please contact the Atascosa County Extension Office at 830-563-0034.

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Livestock Summer Day Camps 2019

August 8, & 9, 2019

Camps will run from 9AM—2 PM. Early drop off can be arranged by

contacting the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office. More

information about topics being covered each day will be coming out soon so

keep a close eye on the Atascosa County 4-H Facebook Page. Please RSVP

for the Camps to [email protected] or 830-569-0034.

Beef Showmanship Clinic

August 10, 9 AM—12 PM, Atascosa County Extension Office

Mr. Stephen Zoeller Extension Agent for Kendall County will be speaking. For

more information please contact the Atascosa County Extension Office.

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Race Day Classic Steer Show, July 21, 2019

Judge: Dr. Scott Schaake

Barn opens Friday July 19, at 8 AM. Registration begins Friday at 4 PM. All cattle must be

in barn and checked in by 9 AM Saturday July 20. Classifying will begin at 10 AM on Satur-

day. Show time July 21, 8 AM.

Entry Fee: July 15, 2019 or before $40 per head. Late fee at registration only $60 per head.

For more information visit:

http://www.gillespiefair.net/events/race-day-classic-steer-show-2/

http://www.gillespiefair.net/events/race-day-classic-steer-show-2/

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are being added and updated all of the time. For more information on other

scholarships please see the Atascosa County AgriLife Website under the scholarship tab.

https://atascosa.agrilife.org/scholarships/

Glenn Weigang Memorial Scholarship: Deadline July 1, 2019; http://counties.agrilife.org/

atascosa/files/2019/03/2019-Glenn-Weigang-Memorial-Scholarship.pdf

SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS

4-H is a “learn by doing” youth education program for children grades 3—12. It promotes

positive values, social responsibility, and lifelong learning. An af iliated program, Clover

Kids, is available in some areas for children 5 to 7 (K to 2). Through 4-H and the opportuni-

ties it provides, 4-H members have the ability to participate in many events and activities, as

well as apply for scholarships, travel the country, and meet new friends. Enrollment begins in

August.

Atascosa Club of Equine Enthusiasts

4th Sunday of the Month, 7pm

First United Methodist Church

Pleasanton, TX

Karen Harris - (830) 570-9222

[email protected]

Black Hill 4-H

2nd Sunday of the Month, 6:00pm

Black Hill Comm. Building

Black Hill, TX

Kim Lutz - (830) 570 - 3320

[email protected]

4-H K9 Handlers

2nd Thursday of the month 6:30pm

Atascosa Co. Extension

Office Leming, TX

Brenda Gibbon—830-570-0796

La Parita 4-H

2nd Thursday of the month, 6:30pm

Cowboy Fellowship Church,

Jourdanton, TX

Jason & Valerie Aguilar—210-260-6046

Leming/Verdi 4-H

2nd Monday of the Month 6:30pm

Verdi Community Center, Verdi, TX

Carl Royal 830-480-4018

[email protected]

James Caraway 830-570-3946

Matt Adamitz 210-275-879

Lytle 4-H

2nd Monday of the Month, 6:30pm

Lytle Primary School Cafeteria Jennifer

Criswell— (210) 387-4918

Mesquite 4-H

2nd Monday of the Month, 6pm

Pleasanton Elementary, Pleasanton, TX

Sue Ann Smith - (830) 570-4399

[email protected]

Johanna Hagen - (830) 281-2119

[email protected]

Marla Rankin- 830-570-4249

[email protected]

Poteet 4-H

1st Tuesday of the Month, 7pm

Poteet High School Cafeteria,

Stephanie Scharmann (210) 365-9632

[email protected]

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County Council Meeting September 17, 2019, 6:45 PM

Atascosa County Extension Office Auditorium Club Council Delegates are required to attend.

Any Atascosa County 4-H Member can attend.

Ambassadors Meeting September 17, 2019, 6:00 PM

Atascosa County Extension Office Cafeteria

There are no club meetings in

July

Atascosa County 4-H JULY 2019 Events Calendar

July 2, Last day to register for District 12 Record-

book contest on 4-H Connect

July 4, Independence Day, Atascosa Extension Office

will be closed

July 5, 5 PM, Last day to return Recordbooks for Dis-

trict 12 Recordbook contest and Interviews.

July 7—12, Texas 4-H State Shooting Games Rifle

Match, Manor, TX

July 8, Ambassador, Scholarship, and Star Interviews,

Interview times have been email to each person

July 9, District 12 Recordbook Contest

July 10—12, County Camp III

July 15, 6PM, 4-H Club Officer and Manager Training

at the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office

July 16—20, Texas State Shooting Games Archery

Match, National Shooting Complex, San Antonio

July 16—20, Texas State Shooting Games Shotgun

Match, National Shooting Complex, San Antonio

July 21—27, State 4-H Horse Show

July 23, Awards Banquet RSVP Deadline

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The Atascosa County Extension Office will be closed

on July 4, 2019 in observance of Independence Day.

We will open on Friday July 5th at 8AM.

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