UC Cooperative Extension

550 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 210-B

Fresno, California 93710

Phone: (559) 241-7515

Website: cefresno.ucanr.edu

Our programs are open to all potential participants.

Please contact the Fresno County UCCE office (two

weeks prior to the activity), at (559) 241-7515, if

you have any barriers to participation requiring any

accommodation.

May 2016

In This Edition:

Congratulations 2016-2017 All Stars — Pg. 1

Online Food Safety Training - Pg. 1

Facility Use and Other Contracts — Pg. 2

Fresno County 4-H Hi-C Meetings - Pg. 2

State Leaders Conference—Pg.2

Leadership Opportunities at the State Level: - Pg. 3

State Leader’ Forum — Pg. 3

2016 California State 4-H Field Day- Pg. 3

Fresno Fair is looking for presenters:- Pg. 3

Regional and County have transitioned from grade division to

age groups—Pg. 3

Rifle Discipline—San Luis Obispo — Pg. 4

4-H Shooting Sports Workshop—Rifle Discipline-Visalia— Pg. 4

For Shooting Sports Leaders… Shooting Sports Updates - Pg. 4

Change to Fresno County 4-H Record Book Submission & Due Date: — Pg. 5

Fresno County 4-H Camp Keola — Pg. 5

Fresno Fair Market Chicken and Turkey Projects-Pg. 6

Mark Your Calendars 2016– Pg. 6

The annual Fresno County 4-H Fair will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Reedley College -Pg. 7

Fresno County 4-H Livestock Achievement

Beef Cattle * Dairy Goats * Meat Goats * Sheep * Swine –Pg. 7

*Calendar of Events — Pg. 8

Please send articles by the 20th to evillalobos@ucanr.edu

Online Food Safety Training:

The State 4-H Office requires that every club have at least one 4-H leader

trained in Food Safety. The more leaders in your club that are certified,

the more convenient it is for your club. It is required that a certified

volunteer is to be present at all bake sales/food booths to make sure

proper food safety guidelines are handled. Food Safety trainings are

available anytime online! Please visit the website below, and use the

provided sign-in/user information:

Website: http://ucanr.edu/sites/MISKIS/

Username: miskis

Password: makeitsafe_1234

For additional information on healthy living and diet, go to:

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/index.html

ANR NONDISCRIMINATION AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT FOR UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA. It is the policy of the University of California (UC) and the UC Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources not to engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person in any of its programs or activities (Complete nondiscrimination policy statement can be found at http://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/215244.pdf ) Inquiries regarding ANR’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to John I. Sims, Affirmative Action Compliance Officer/T itle IX Officer, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA 95618, (530) 750-1397. For Local inquiries call 559-241-7515, UCCE Fresno County.

Congratulations to the

2016 - 2017

All-Stars …...

Alena Orth,

Renegades 4-H Club

and

Katrina Suarez,

Fairmont 4-H Club!

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Facility Use and Other Contracts Please do not sign contracts or agreements…

Please do not sign any contract, facility use form, or other agreements on behalf of your 4‐H Club or the 4‐H Program. Most of these docu‐ments contain liability statements which can make you personally liable if there is any accident or injury. Even parade entries can con-tain liability statements. Send these documents to the 4‐H Office, and we will be more than happy to have them processed and signed for your club. In order for the University to honor the agreement, it must be approved by our office and signed by our County Director. Pro‐tect yourself and the 4‐H Program by making sure these agreements are completed and signed correctly.

Fresno County 4-H Hi-C Meetings

Hi-C is a county wide project for anyone who is in the 7th grade or above. The Hi-C meet-ings are tailored to work for the youth and focus on things that are important in our community. At our meetings we work on leadership skills, communication, interview techniques, among many other things! We meet once every other month during the county council meetings.

State Leaders Conference:

Registration must be received by May 31, 2016. Late Registration (between June 1 - June 30 add $50 to base fees) - No registrations accepted after June 30. Registration must be paid in full, including tours and t-shirt. Registration Link Here: http://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=17111 Chaperones needed! Please apply to be chaperone, link below.

Registration Options with Fees: University of Big Foot: Thursday, July 28 - Sunday, July 31, $549

Thursday arrival begins with an orientation, dinner and movie night! Friday is tour day! Register for one or more University of Big Foot Tours (some at an additional fee). Most tours will be back in time to join in on the fun lawn games and activi-ties the Recreation Committee has planned! The traditional SLC schedule begins Friday late afternoon and continues through Sunday.

College of the Lost Coast: Friday, July 29 - Sunday, July 31, $449 Friday arrival begins with fun and games provided by the Recreation Committee! The first meal served is dinner. The open-ing assembly is Friday evening to kick off the traditional SLC schedule and educational events.

Friday Tours: The Friday educational content is all tours. University of Big Foot tours must be selected and fees paid at the time of registration. Tour details are on registration and linked on the SLC page of the website.

Education: Education sessions A-C descriptions will be available after the close of registration. T-shirt $18: Must be ordered at the time of registration.

Chaperone Selection Process We will be using the Chaperone selection process for statewide overnight events. Please review the chaperone position

description and process on the Chaperone Information Page http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/Chaperone_Information/ and encourage your most qualified adults to apply to be chaperones at SLC. Counties are not required to submit a certain about of chaperones per youth delegation, but we are asking that all counties participating do ask qualified chaperone candidates to

apply. Counties will be invoiced for a portion of the cost of the chaperones on a per youth delegate ratio.

4-H youth members who are differently-abled, either physically or developmentally, may need to be chaperoned in a one-on- one environment. An adult chaperone for a child who meets the criteria of necessary accommodations should choose the

"chaperone one-on-one" option on the registration form. An application is not required for a one-on-one chaperone.

Cancelation Policy Cancellations received by June 1, 2016 will receive 75% refund, by July 1, 2016 50% refund, after July 1, 2016 no refund will be given. This policy applies even if total fees have not yet been paid. The county will receive an invoice for the amount due for the registration fees. If a participant cancels and has been awarded financial assistance the total amount of the cost of registration will be billed. No financial assistance can be given if a participant does not attend the conference.

Additional details available here: http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/SLC/

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2016 California State 4-H Field Day

Registration for the 2016 California State 4-H Field Day is now open! The State Field Day is scheduled for May 28, 2016 at UC Davis. Activities taking place at this year’s field day include: the State 4-H Presentation Day, the State 4-H Fashion Review, the State 4-H Plant Science Contest, the State 4-H Film Festival, the State 4-H Interview Contest, the State 4-H Discussion Meet, and the State Field Day 2017 Logo Design Contest. Some activities may require prequalification and preregistration. To learn more about the event visit h ttp :/ /4h .u can r.edu / 4 -H_E ven t s/ SFD/ .

Mark your calendars to attend the State Leaders' Forum. Come to Sonoma County and the Flamingo Hotel in Santa Rosa to expand your tool box when working with young people. The committee is motivated to create an enlightening experience for you. Scintillating speakers, first class workshops, and clever activities

highlight the never-ending quest to ensure you will have monumental memories. We are searching for workshop presenters who are willing to share their out-of-seats delivery.

Please contact Education Chair - Linnaea Knisely (linnaeak@gmail.com).

In the meantime visit the website http://ucanr.edu/4hslf for updates.

State Leaders’ Forum November 11-13, 2016

Fresno Fair is looking for presenters:

If you/your project would like host a demonstration table (cooking, animal, robotics… ) at the Fresno Fair - Still Exhibits building please contact Anne Beach (559) 269-3090. The Fresno Fair runs October 5—16, 2016.

Regional and County have transitioned from grade divisions to age groups

Please know that events and activities (Regional and County) have transitioned from “grade” divisions to

age groups to coincide with State policy. This is specific to Presentation Day, Fashion Revue, etc.

Senior 4-H Members (14 - 19 years old)

Intermediate 4-H Members (11- 13 years old)

Junior 4-H Members (9 - 10 years old)

CA 4-H Policy: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Policies/Chapter5/. If you have any questions regarding

appropriate age to join an event please connect with your CCL or the County office (559) 241-7525.

Leadership Opportunities at the State Level:

4-H Youth Development Program State 4-H Management Board Committees & State Advisory Boards

4-H State Management: http://4h.ucanr.edu/files/233320.pdf

State Advisory http://4h.ucanr.edu/Get_Involved/Advisory_Committees/

We encourage youth members ages 14-19 to apply. Applications for these committees are due May 31, 2016. Through participating on these committees you can help shape the 4-H YDP and make the best better!

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What: Rifle Discipline

When: Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2016 - 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.

Where: San Luis Obispo Sportsmen Association's Houge Range

3272 Gilardi Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Only 14 spots are available for the training.

Participants must attend both days of training to receive certification. Upon successful completion of the course, the participant will be

certified as a rifle trainer and can lead a rifle project at the club level or serve as county trainer to certify other leaders. Teen leaders are

invited but must attend with an adult.

To qualify for this training, you must have completed the following items:

Enroll in https:/california.4honline.com in your resident county as an Adult Volunteer

Complete the DOJ Live-Scan process in your resident county, and

Complete the Volunteer Orientation post-test

If you are already enrolled as a 4-H Adult Volunteer, you do not need to complete the above steps. Lunch will also be provided both days. Participants are encouraged to bring their own eye and ear protection if desired, but it is not necessary. Please bring your completed medical release form with you on the first morning of class. Registration Link: http://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=17502 For questions about the course, contact Jack Crane at (805) 458-4223 or Jack@accuair.com

4-H Shooting Sports Workshop Rifle Discipline,

Visalia, CA

Saturday, June 25, 2016 – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2016 – 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

A 4-H shooting sports workshop for the rifle discipline will be held at the Dale Wimp Rifle Range, 7398 Avenue

328 in Visalia. Participants must attend both days of training to receive certification. Upon successful completion of

the course, the participant will be certified as a rifle trainer and can lead a rifle project at the club level or serve as

county trainer to certify other leaders. There is no cost for the course. Complimentary lunches will be provided. To

register for the course or receive more information, contact John Borba at: jaborba@ucanr.edu For information

about the facility and a map, please visit the range website at: http://www.vsma.us/vsma/locations

Upcoming Shooting Sports Project

For Shooting Sports Leaders… Shooting Sports Updates Newly Updated manuals are now available for download: http://ucanr .edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Projects/Shooting_Sports/

For full details pertaining to Shooting Sports please start with CA 4-H web page:

http://4h.ucanr.edu/Projects/STEM/SET_Projects/ShootingSports/

Please be sure to review minimum requirements: http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/files/238414.pdf

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Change to Fresno County 4-H Record Book Submission & Due Date:

Please be aware that the Fresno County deadline for Record Books will be Friday, August 5, 2016. Judging will take place August 9 – 11, 2016 (Tuesday – Thursday evenings) beginning at 5:30 p.m. Each Club is expected to provide 1 evaluator for every 5 books submitted to the County competition. You are not expected to attend all three evenings, just one. Connect with your Club Leader to confirm attendance. Click here for record resources: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Members/RecordBook/RBResources/

Please see Club Leader for club specific dates.

A one-hour evaluator training webinar available at:

https://uc-d.adobeconnect.com/_a841422360/p69hj671kiw/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal

Seniors planning to submit to the State Competition? There are forms and an online orientation that need to be completed. Requirements INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED to…

Age Eligibility: Senior 4-H members (at least 14 years of age and no older than 19 years old by December 31 of the program year for which the book is being entered) are eligible to enter state competition.

Use of Correct Forms: Members who are planning to submit their Record Book to state competition must download and use the most current forms, found on this website. One way to be sure to do this is to always download to latest version of the Record Book Manual.

Intent to Submit: This form is a recent addition to the State 4-H Record Book Judging Process. Members who are planning to submit their Record Book to state competition must complete this form and submit it to their

County Office by June 30, 2016.

Quick Start Course: To be eligible for 2016 State Competition, members must complete the Quick Start Course by June 30, 2016. The course must be completed each year. At the end of the course, follow the link to complete the quiz.

Visit the Eligibility for State Competition page for complete details: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Members/RecordBook/RBCompetition/StateCompetition/

Fresno County 4-H Camp

Tuesday, June 21st through Saturday, June 25, 2016

Camp Keola This year the theme is "4-H U”

Check out photos from 2016 here: http://ucanr .edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/files/239442.pdf

Adult Camp Counselors needed: We require Clubs to provide a camp chaperone for every five members that attend

(1:5 ratio). Please start planning now. You may split weeks if need be. We also need volunteers to transport supplies

for camp activities. All adults have to be 4-H volunteers, must have First Aid/CPR certification or training.

Visit camp webpage for full details, http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Events/FresnoCo4-HCamp/

Activities include: Hiking, games, archery, arts & crafts and lake activities!

Make new friends while enjoying the great outdoors!

All meals included in cost.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 2016… May 2 Livestock Achievement Program written test due to the 4-H Office no later than noon May 2 Deadline to register California Focus May 2 Livestock Achievement Program written test must be completed and returned to the 4-H Office by noon for scoring. May 7 Fresno County 4-H Fair—Fresno County 4-H Livestock Achievement Program Hands-on skill testing will take place. May 13 Fresno Fair Market Chicken and Turkey Projects—Orders deadline 4:00 pm to the 4-H Office May 14-15 Rifle Disciple— San Luis Obispo May 28 2016 California State 4-H Field Day May 31 Applications due Leadership Opportunities at the State Level

2016 4-H Calendar details found here: http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/files/220437.pdf

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Fresno Fair Market Chicken and Turkey Projects

Orders for chicks and poults will be taken by mail this year. Order blanks will be available at the 4-H Office or downloadable here: http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/files/237565.docx The deadline for orders to be received will be Friday, May 13, 2016, 4:00 PM at the 4-H office, 550 E. Shaw Ave, Suite 210-B, Fresno, 93710. Orders must be filled out completely with member’s name, address, email and phone number. The below distribution dates could change so you will need to watch your email or call 618-0250 to verify date and time. Market Chicken Project - Six chicks at a cost of $4.00 per order of six. Distribution Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2016, 8:00 AM Distribution Location: Across the street from the County Ag office at 1720 S. Maple, Fresno Market Turkey Project -- One poult at a cost of $2.00 per order of one. Distribution Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 4:00 PM Distribution Location: Across the street from the County Ag office at 1720 S. Maple, Fresno All checks are made out to Fresno County 4-H Leaders Council. Anne Cehrs, Fresno County 4-H project coordinator, Ph. 559-618-0250, email: annecehrs@verizon.net

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The annual Fresno County 4-H Fair will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Reedley College

The 4-H Fair is an educational, enjoyable, and rewarding experience for Fresno County 4-H members.

Event schedule: http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/files/238176.doc

For full details click here: http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Events/4-H_Fair/

In order for the 4-H Fair to be a success, volunteer assistance, (adult and youth) is important and necessary. Please

consider volunteering to help. Contact 241-7525 for details or view webpage.

Fresno County 4-H Livestock Achievement

BEEF CATTLE * DAIRY GOATS * MEAT GOATS * SHEEP * SWINE

Livestock Project Leaders and Members…by now, you’ve taken the written test (all tests must be returned to the

4-H office no later than noon on Monday, May 2nd) for Livestock Achievement and it’s time to focus on the

Skills Testing!

Here’s everything you need to know:

The Skills Testing for Livestock Achievement will take place on Saturday, May 7th, during the 4-H Fair at Reedley

College. Members in both Level 1 and Level 2, who completed the written tests by May 2nd, will show off their

skills and knowledge of Livestock Equipment, Feed Identification, Judging, Handling and Management, and

Showmanship. Level 2 members will also show their knowledge of Livestock Breeds in their species. Registration

begins at 8:30 a.m. cost is $2.00; testing begins at 9:30 a.m. Members will be able to test at their own pace;

no uniform is required but all members should wear close toed shoes. Animals will be provided for the testing, so

no need to haul animals to this event. Written test scores will be combined with skills tests and members will

receive a gold medal or a blue, red, or white ribbon at the 4-H Fair.

For information on the what will be covered on the tests, please visit:

http://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Science,_Engineering,_and_Technology_SETLivestock_Judging_and_Field_Day_/

If you have any questions, please contact the species leaders listed below:

Beef Cattle Susanne Carroll 269-9959

Dairy Goats Clara O’Daniel 593-0449

Meat Goats Tracy Newton 970-3092

Sheep Teri Penfold (209) 404-4538

Swine Kristi Anderson 816-2414

Parent and livestock leaders are needed to help at this event to make it a success! No experience is required…we’ll

have a judge’s orientation beginning at 8:45 a.m. that morning. Please contact one of the committee members

above if you are able to help with this fun, educational event!

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test due by noon to the

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register California

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Order Deadline

for Fresno Fair

Market Chicken and Turkey

Projects 4:00 pm

4-H Office

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Rifle Discipline

San Luis Obispo

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San Luis Obispo

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California State 4-H

Field Day

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Holiday 4-H

Office Closed

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Applications due for

Leadership Opportunities

at the State Level

May 2016

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson