Cooperative Extension Service Daviess County 4800A New Hartford Road Owensboro KY 42303 270-685-8480 daviess.ca.uky.edu

This year’s State Shoot was much different than ever before, but we had some amazing Marksmen Club members, both new and returning, who did a fantastic job at this year’s match! Congratulations! Twelve Shooting Sports members representing Daviess County 4-H Marksmen competed against over 400 4-H members from across the state, bringing home 5 individual trophies. A very special shout out to one of our first year members, Gavin Edgell, as he received a first place win in his age division! Two of our returning members, Lillian Connor and Katherine Sims, also received first place wins in their divisions this year! Please take an opportunity to congratulate each of these youth that chose to compete in the virtual state shoot this season!

Daviess County will be camping June 1-4. We anticipate going to camp with COVID-19 pandemic restrictions still in place. 4-H Camp staff is currently developing safety procedures. Camp will likely operate at 50% capacity which naturally reduces the number of campers and volunteers we will be able to take. Camp registration is officially open. Return your form and deposit to guarantee your spot at 4-H Camp. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the office.

At this time each year, we ask that both our 4-H members

and volunteers complete a new enrollment form to keep

your membership current and make sure we are getting you

the best information on what’s happening in Daviess County

4-H and the state of Kentucky! If you haven’t done so yet,

please be sure to complete a new enrollment form to stay

on our list for the new 4-H year. Enrollment forms can be

printed from our website at https://daviess.ca.uky.edu/4-H.

New this year — You can now enroll online through the 4-H Online system at https://v2.4honline.com/#/user/sign-in. Instructions for this process can be found on our website at https://daviess.ca.uky.edu/files/enrollmentguide.pdf.

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Carson Cole 9-11 2 2 2

Gavin Edgell 9-11 4 3 1

Lillian Connor 12-14 1 1 1 4

Katherine Sims 15-18 1 6

Natalie Holland 15-18 3

Did you know that in order for a county to offer a 4-H club in Livestock, Horse, or Dog areas they are required to have a 4-H Certified Volunteer Leader? We are currently able to offer the 4-H Livestock and 4-H Horse Projects thanks to our dedicated volunteer leaders! If you have ever thought about becoming certified, this might be the year to do it. Certification Training for 4-H Livestock, Horse, and Dog Volunteer Leaders will be offered virtually this year. The fee for livestock and horse is $10 each, and $50 for dog. Funds are available to help with this expense if needed. A requirement of certified volunteer leaders is that they offer a minimum of 6 hours of education in a club setting for at least two years. If you are interested or have questions, please contact the Extension Office. The deadline to sign up is December 1.

We have been contacted by a family looking to rehome a sweet, male mini-lop rabbit. Contact Stacey for more information.

Lindsey Dunn Daviess County Extension Agent

for 4-H Youth Development Education

Stacey R. Potts Daviess County Extension Agent

for 4-H Youth Development Education

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Teen Board 4:30pm

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are held at the Daviess County Cooperative Extension Service Office

Batik is an art of fabric decorating all the way from Indonesia! This will be a two part session with youth attending in person on both November 10 and 17 from 4:00-6:00pm. We will practice a technique of Batik using glue and fabric dye to create a beautiful piece of artwork that youth may enter into the fair and keep to display in their home! The cost for this project is $5. Youth will be provided with a materials kit to be picked up from the Extension Office November 5-6 to begin their design creation, with instruction, on their own. At our first in-person meeting, participants will use glue to prepare the fabric design so that we are able to add color during our second session. It is VERY important that you attend both sessions if you sign up for this project! Payment is due when your kit is picked up. We are limited to 8 participants so sign up soon! You may call the office right away to reserve your space. If you are placed on a waiting list, we will call you Monday, November 9, to notify you to pick up your kit and complete the first step of this project.

Batik is an art of fabric decorating all the way from Indonesia! In this session, teens will practice the traditional method of Batik that includes hot wax and fabric dyes as we create a piece that youth can enter into the fair and keep as a beautiful piece to display in their home! The cost for this project is $5. Youth will be provided with a materials kit to be picked up from the Extension Office November 9-12 to begin their design creation, with instruction, on

their own and then join us in person at the Extension Office Monday, November 16, from 4:00-6:00pm as we wax and dye these projects. Payment is due when your kit is picked up. We are limited to 8 participants so sign up soon! You may call the office right away to reserve your space. If you are placed on a waiting list, we will call you Friday, November 13, to notify you to pick up your kit and complete the first step of this project.

We will be following COVID-19 guidelines. Masks are required and will be provided

if needed. Individually packaged snacks and drinks will be also be provided.

Office Closed

Jr. Batik (2 of 2) 4:00-6:00pm

Office Closed

4-H Council 5:30pm

Young Riders Horse Club 6:30pm

Sr. Batik 4:00-6:00pm

4-H Speech Videos Due

Jr. Batik (1 of 2) 4:00-6:00pm

Livestock Club 6:30pm

Please return form and deposit to:

Daviess County Cooperative Extension Office Attn: 4-H Camp

4800A New Hartford Road Owensboro, Kentucky 42303

For more information contact:Stacey Potts or Lindsey Dunn

Daviess County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Education

stacey.potts@uky.edulindsey.dunn@uky.edu

270-685-8480

Office use only: Date deposit received ___/___/___ $_____Cash $_____Check $_____ Card

Yes, I would like to go to 4-H Summer Camp! My $100 deposit payable to Daviess County 4-H Council

that holds my spot is attached to this form. I understand that all camp papers will be mailed to me after the early registration deadline. I understand the entire camp fee is $240 but I will receive a $10 discount if paid in full

by April 1, 2021.Remaining balance is due at the mandatory camper

orientation May 18, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

Parent/Guardian Signature:______________________________________

Date: _______________

Payment plan and limited partial scholarships available.I am requesting a scholarship application: ____ Yes ____ No

Ask about Incentives for Adult Volunteers!

$240*4-H Camper Fee: Ages 9-14*If paid by April 1, 2021 $230

Teen Fee: Age 15 $130Teen Leader Fee: Ages 16-17 $100

Daviess County 4-H Camp is foryouth ages 9-15

For more informa�on on 4-H Camp visit:

westkentucky4hcamp.com

For more informa�on onDaviess County 4-H visit:

daviess.ca.uky.eduor

facebook.com/daviesscountyextension

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T-shirt Size: (Indicate ADULT or YOUTH size)

Address: ________________________________________________

City: _______________________________ State: KY Zip: ________

Phone: (_____) _______________ Cell: (_____) _________________

E-mail:__________________________________________________

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NEWSLETTER

VOLUME 23 WWW.CHOPCHOPFAMILY.ORG

Welcome to the latest ChopChop Kids Club newsletter! (If you missed the last one, it’s here.) This month we’re cooking with squash! Plus doing a lot more with it—like jack-o’-lantern-themed math games,

rotten science experiments, and more. We’re also wondering what your favorite things are about this month. Please drop us a line and let us know!

Have fun and be well.

www.chopchopfamily.org • info@chopchopfamily.org

KITCHEN GEARCutting boardSharp knife (adult needed)Measuring spoonsMeasuring cup9 x 13-inch baking pan

INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 acorn squash 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup water

INSTRUCTIONSWash your hands with soap and water, then gather all your equipment and ingredients and put them on the counter.

1. Turn the oven on and set the heat to 425 degrees (see next page). Use 1 teaspoon of the oil to grease the pan.

2. Put the squash on the cutting board and stand them up (if possible). Tug or cut off the stems. Ask an adult to very carefully cut each squash in half through the stem end.

3. Using a measuring spoon, scrape out the seeds and as many of the fibrous strands as possible from each squash. (See “Roasted Squash Seeds“ on page 4.) Cut each half into 4 wedges.

4. Put the squash wedges in the pan, cut-side down, drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and sprinkle with the salt. Pour the water into the bottom of the pan so that it surrounds the squash (the water will evaporate as the squash bakes).

5. Once the oven temperature has reached 425 degrees, put the pan in the oven and roast until the flesh of the squash is deeply browned and you can easily poke the tip of a sharp knife into it, 35 to 45 minutes.

6. Serve right away.

GET CREATIVEHalfway through cooking, sprinkle on 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or rosemary leaves (or a large pinch of dried) and/or drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup.

This recipe calls for acorn squash, but you can cook other winter squash the same way. You may need to deal with their shape a little differently during the cutting process; as long as you end up with thinnish wedges or slices, they’ll come out

right. Very tender squash such as butternut and delicata won’t need the added water.

Simplest Roasted Squash

❚ HANDS-ON TIME: 20 MINUTES ❚ TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR ❚ MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

DO YOU HAVE MORE SQUASH OR SOME CANNED PUMPKIN?Try one of these recipes.

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup: www.chopchopfamily.org/recipe/butternut-squash-and-apple-soup/ Any-Vegetable Minestrone: www.chopchopfamily.org/recipe/any-vegetable-minestrone/

Indian Vegetable Curry: www.chopchopfamily.org/recipe/indian-vegetable-curry/ Pumpkin-Pie Smoothie: www.chopchopfamily.org/recipe/pumpkin-pie-smoothie/

Pumpkin Loaf with Raisins and Dried Cherries: www.chopchopfamily.org/recipe/pumpkin-loaf-with-raisins-and-dried-cherries/

KITCHEN SKILL

How to Use the Oven Safely

Pumpkin Loaf with Raisins and Dried Cherries Any-Vegetable Minestrone

While you’re still learning, an adult should help make sure that the oven has been turned on correctly and everything is safe. Remember to tie your hair back, keep hands and any flammable objects—like dish towels, papers, or cardboard packages—away from the oven, use the proper cooking temperature, and carefully watch the food that is cooking.

1. Make sure there is nothing in the oven before you turn it on. Turn the oven on and set it to 425 degrees. Wait for the oven to preheat. Many ovens will beep to alert you when the oven is preheated.

2. With the help of an adult, open the oven door, put the baking pan in the oven, and close the door.

3. Set a timer according to the recipe—35 minutes—and check to see if the squash is done. If not, leave it in for another 5 or 10 minutes and check again.

4. Avoid opening the oven door to peek at the squash, as it will make the oven lose heat.

5. Use pot holders when removing the pan from the oven.

6. Be sure to turn off the oven when you’re done using it!

KITCHEN GEARColander or strainerClean dish towelMeasuring cupMeasuring spoonsRimmed baking sheetWooden spoon or silicone spatulaPotholders

INGREDIENTS 1 cup (or so) pumpkin or squash seeds 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONSWash your hands with soap and water, then gather all your equipment and ingredients and put them on the counter.

1. Turn the oven on and set the heat to 325 degrees (see previous page).

2. Put the seeds in the colander or strainer and rinse well, but don’t worry if there’s still squash attached to them! (This is edible.) Blot them dry with the dish towel.

3. Put the seeds on the baking sheet and add the oil and salt. Mix everything together, then spread out the seeds in a single layer.

4. Once the oven temperature has reached 325 degrees, put the sheet in the oven and bake until the seeds are dry and golden brown, 15 to 40 minutes (this will depend on how big they are when you start, and how wet).

5. Set aside to cool, stirring with the spoon or spatula every 10 minutes or so. Serve right away or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

You can roast the seeds from any winter squash, not just your jack-o’-lantern! Your squash may have more or fewer seeds than 1 cup. You can just adjust the ingredient amounts accordingly.

Roasted Squash Seeds ❚ HANDS-ON TIME: 15 MINUTES ❚ TOTAL TIME: 30–55 MINUTES ❚ MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

GET CREATIVEWhen the seeds are almost done, stir in one of the following for the last 5 minutes or so of baking:• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder• 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay or Creole spice blend• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper• 1 teaspoon brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon

ground cinnamon

According to Guinness World Records, the heaviest squash ever was (no surprise) a pumpkin! It was grown in Rhode Island in 2017 and weighed 2,118 pounds. That’s just over a ton, which is roughly the weight of a small car, a walrus, or the Liberty Bell.

If you have a good spot to leave your jack-o’-lantern after Halloween, you can observe the process of decay (rotting). Simply go outside every day with a notebook and pen, note the date and time, and write down a few things you see and some theories about them. Is the pumpkin getting shriveled up? Why do you think that happens? Do you see any black or white furry stuff growing anywhere? Do you know what it is? Are any animals interested in the pumpkin? Do an internet search to look up anything you’re not sure about, like “Why is my jack-o’-lantern fuzzy?” When it finally collapses completely, note how long it’s been since you first put it outside.

KITCHEN SCIENCE: ROTTEN JACK OBSERVATION JOURNAL

JACK-O'-LANTERN MATHHere’s a fun estimating activity you can do with your family! All you need is a pumpkin (or another squash or large vegetable), some string and scissors, and a pencil and paper. Ask everyone to look at the pumpkin and then (without using the pumpkin to measure) cut a piece of string they think will be just long enough to go around the pumpkin’s middle, like a belt. Once everyone has cut their string, try putting each string around the pumpkin. Mark down whether each was too long, too short, or just right. Who got closest? Did they have a particular strategy, or did they just get lucky? (Try it again with anything else you can fit a string around, like a big pot or a grapefruit!)

EDIBLE VOCABULARY The Spanish word pepitas refers to green pumpkin seeds without their shells, which you can buy at the grocery store either raw or already roasted. They’re great for snacking on—or topping your salad or oatmeal!

PRACTICE GRATITUDE If you’re not going to get to go trick-or-treating this year, you might feel disappointed. That’s okay. You can talk about that feeling with a trusted friend or family member. Afterward, try listing 5 (other) favorite things about this month—either October in general, or this October in particular. If you don’t feel like writing them down, you can draw them instead.

For related fun, check out the picture book Pumpkin Jack by Will Hubbell.

DIDYOU

KNOW?

FOOD HISTORYPeople in the Americas have been eating pumpkin seeds since at least the time of the Aztecs, when squash, along with corn and beans, was cultivated in the West. The trio is sometimes referred to as the “Three Sisters."

1. Hold a pumpkin in your arms at chest height.

2. Bend at your knees and hips, sticking your rear end out like you're sitting in an imaginary chair. Keep your chest lifted.

3. Squat down as low as you can, keeping your head and chest lifted and keeping your knees over your ankles. Press your weight back into your heels.

4. Push through your heels to bring yourself back to the starting position.

5. See if you can do a set of 5 squats. If you need to, you can put down the pumpkin!

Get Moving: Pumpkin Workout

Make the most of your jack-o’-lantern with a quick fitness routine! To add a little creepy Halloween ambience, put on the “Monster Mash.”

Then ready, set, squat: