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October - December 2019 ndash Voice Issue 424

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UPCOMING EVENTS Registration required for ALL events

Call the 4-H Office at 301 934-5404 for registration information or visit our website November 2019 5- Robotics Free Build 8- Art in the Park 9- Healthy Living Expo 10- State Dog Bowl and Skillathon 11- Veterans Day ndash Office Closed 12- Robotics Free Build 16-State-wide Volunteer and Teen Forum 18- Volunteer Training 101 19- Robotics Free Build 25- Extension Advisory Council meets 26- Robotics Free Build 28 amp 29- Thanksgiving ndash Office Closed

December 2019 3- Senior Resume Training 6- Record Books and Diamond Clovers Due 7- Volunteer Training 101 10- Robotics Free Build 11- Club Officer Training 12- Art in the Park 25- Holiday ndash Office Closed

January 2020 1- Holiday- office closed 4- Outdoor Discovery Groups 6-Livestock Skillathon Starts 20 ndash Holiday ndash office closed 27- Volunteer Training 101

February 2020 1- Outdoor Discovery Groups 1-Steer Weigh-In 7- Public Speaking Contest 15- 2nd Annual Robotics Southern Maryland Regional Event 17- Holiday ndash Office closed 24- Volunteer Training 101

March 2020 7- Outdoor Discovery Groups 7-State Livestock Skillathon Contest 11- Beef and Swine Quality Assurance 16- Sheep and Goat Quality Assurance 23- Volunteer Enrichment 28 to April 2 - National 4-H Conference

April 2020 4- Outdoor Discovery Groups 10- Holiday ndash Office closed 24- Volunteer Awards 27-Volunteer Training

ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK FOR UPDATES AND CANCELLATIONS

Be sure to get the latest updates by becoming a member of our Charles County 4-H One-List Please submit your request via email

to cc4h-subscribeyahoogroupscom and our Facebook Group ndash Charles County 4-H (closed group ndash contact Jeanne at jeannehumdedu to be added)

Amy Lang Charles County 4-H Educator

Bonnie Boyden Program Management Specialist Darby DrsquoAmbrosio Program Assistant Jeanne Williams Program Assistant

Donna Mohler Administrative Assistant

New Programs ndash

University programs activities and facilities are available to all without regard to race color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status age national

origin political affiliation physical or mental disability religion protected veteran status genetic information personal appearance or any other legally protected class

University of Maryland Extension Charles County Office 9501 Crain Highway Box 1 Bel Alton MD 20611 301 934-5404 or 301 753-8195

Website extensionumdeducharles-county


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4-H Youth Membership Requirements

4-Hers to be a member in good standing you must attend a percentage of club meetings established in your club by-laws (EXAMPLE The BYLAWS state your club will have 10 MEETINGS A YEAR AND YOU NEED TO ATTEND 5 OF THE TEN) to be eligible to participate in events such as but not limited to fairs (county and state) showing animal projects participating in county and state contests

There are also enrollment deadlines for participation For some projects or events members MUST be enrolled by a certain date to be eligible for participation

2020 4-H Online Enrollment Procedure

The Maryland 4-H Online Enrollment System will be open for new enrollments and re-enrollments after January 2 2020 Returning members and UME adult volunteers will re-enroll by logging into the website using the family email address and password that they used to set up their initial profile If you have forgotten your password there is an option to request a new one If you have forgotten your email address you must contact Donna Mohler at dmohlerumdedu

Website md4honlinecom or Maryland4honlinecom

For detailed instructions or assistance with the process call 301-934-5404 or email Donna Mohler

2020 Annual State 4-H Participation Fee will be paid when you enroll into the 4-H on-line system The Annual State 4-H Participation Fee is $1000 per member with a maximum of $3000 per family for families with 3 or more regular age members There is no charge to be a volunteer

RECORD BOOKS amp DIAMOND CLOVER PLANS DUE - December 6 2019

All livestock youth must turn in a record book to be able to show livestock for 2020 Individual clubs may also have record book requirements Clover 4-Hers may also turn in record books Clover project sheets may found on our website httpsextensionumdedusitesextensionumdedufiles_imageslocationscharles_countyCloverbud20Record20Book2pdf Record sheets for most projects and guidelines for completing record books may be found on the county website under the ldquoProjects and Record Booksrdquo tab httpsextensionumdeducharles-county4-h-programrecord-books Record Books will be sent out to be judged Books will be returned to the clubs in January Book awards will be presented on the club level PLEASE DO NOT USE RECORD SHEETS FROM OTHER STATES or COUNTIES If you do you will automatically be given a red award on that project

If you need help with your record book or have questions let us know (301) 934-5404


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As we complete another 4-H livestock year we would like to congratulate everyone on an amazing show year The 29th Charles County 4-H Livestock Show and Sale was an enormous success Thanks to the Charles County Fair Board and all our volunteers This was one of the best shows and fair weekends ever We have the best volunteers in the country Thank you for your support of the 4-H program

STEER WEIGH-IN

The 2019 steer weigh-in and ear tagging will be held on Saturday February 1st at the Charles County Fairgrounds from 900 am ndash 1100 am If you are planning to raise a steer for 4-H you must bring the steer to the fairgrounds at that time If you have any questions please call Bonnie at 301 934-5404

You must register your steer with the 4-H office by Thursday January 2nd The registration form can be found at the end of this edition of the VOICE or at the 4-H office website

SKILLATHON PRACTICES START Monday January 6th at 530 pm at the 4-H Office - Skillathon practices will begin If you would like to learn more about your beef sheep swine or goat then this is a great opportunity to learn about feeds meat breeds and equipment Call (301) 934-5404 or email Bonnie to register at bboydenumdedu

PROJECT MEMBERS REQUIRED PAPERWORK

bull Horse and Pony Cards due ndash May 31st

bull Horse Leases due ndash May 31st

Are you interested in learning the fundamentals of shooting and how to shoot an air rifle If so there are plans to start an Air Rifle class beginning in January or February of 2020 The class would run for 8 weeks More information will come out as available watch the updates You MUST call or email in order to attend the class Call us at (301) 934-5404 or email Jeanne (jeannehumdedu)


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Come join us for some new 4-H Fun

Outdoor Discovery Groups will begin meeting January 4 2020 We will meet on the first Saturday of each month thereafter Meeting locations will vary as we explore the amazing natural resources of Charles County Open to current and prospective 4-H members so bring a friend and come get some fresh air Please call the office to register 301-934-5404 so we have ample supplies and staff on hand

bull 9-10am Clovers (5-7 years) o This group will focus on natural discovery learning about the amazing natural world

around us and engaging in nature crafts and games that highlight what wersquove learned together

bull 1030-12 noon Juniors and Intermediates (8-13 years) o This group will focus on natural exploration investigating outdoor pursuits such as

fishing hiking camping outdoor cooking ecology and environmental stewardship We will investigate predatorprey relationships camouflage flora and fauna identification hellip

bull 1-3pm Seniors (14-18 years) o This group will focus on natural exploration and stewardship exploring the natural

resources around us and learning how we can all take actions to protect and preserve them We will also have the opportunity to meet with career professionals to discover career opportunities for those interested in the great outdoors

Natural Discovery Days will be offered this summer August 11-13 Details will be forthcoming but this will be a three day camp on wheels exploring natural resources nearby If you are interested in natural exploration save the dates and plan to join us Cooking Classes will be offered in 4 week sessions this Winter and Spring Classes are open to current 4-H members and will be held at the Bel Alton office If you have a friend that loves to cook but isnrsquot enrolled yet encourage them to get signed up so they can join us too Wersquoll send dates out soon

Please check the calendar for upcoming dates and deadlines

Remember all dates are subject to change or programs may be cancelled due to weather

or lack of registration Please make sure you register for all programs REMEMBER WHEN THE SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED DUE TO INCLEMENT

WEATHER 4-H PROGRAMS ARE ALSO CANCELLED


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ROBOTICS NEWS Thank you to our wonderful coaches and Coordinator Kyle Beckett Bob Davidson Bill and Denise McConnell and Gary Prybyla You make our best better

The 2nd Annual Robotics Southern Maryland Regional Event February 15 2020 Charles County Extension Office

This is an all day event Additional details to follow

Robotics Free Build Fun Coming soon October 29 November 5 12 19 26 and December 10 from 530-

700pm We canrsquot wait to see you Come learn how to build and code this fall season with 4-H Coaches will be present

to help youth learn how to learn with Lego and VEX Robotics No experience required

Source httpswwwsuperchargedsciencecomfree-robot-build-class

Drop-ins are welcome Bring a friend to show them how fun robotics can be

Email Darby at darbydumdedu with any questions


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CHARLES COUNTY FAIR - CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR PARTICIPANTS


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Thank You bull Overnight Camp

o Thank you to all who helped make this yearrsquos camp another great opportunity for our youth

bull County Fair o Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers who came out to help with fair set up

judging and building coverage We couldnrsquot have done it without you

Volunteer Requests bull Mentor families - Many of our new 4-H families have expressed an interest in having a long term

family mentor them through the 4-H process There are many deadlines and requirements that they could use help understanding Please contact Amy at amlangumdedu if you would be interested in serving as a mentor to our newcomers

bull Club News - We would love it if club leaders could find members in their club who would take on the responsibility of sharing club news in our quarterly newsletters We love to hear what is happening in the 4-H community If you have club news andor photos yoursquod like to share please send it to Amy at amlangumdedu

bull New Volunteers - We Need You Please call or email Donna Mohler at dmohlerumdedu to register at least two days in advance of the training Sessions may be canceled due to low registration so sign up early

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER TRAINING DATES

Volunteer 101- Required for all volunteers new to 4-H

Monday November 18 from 6-9pm Saturday December 7 from 9amndash12 noon

Monday January 27 from 6-9pm Monday February 24 from 6-9pm

Volunteer Enrichment- For current 4-H Volunteers

Optional quarterly fun events to learn about community and organizational resources to support your programming efforts Come meet other volunteers and share ideas and resources with each other

Monday March 23 from 6-8pm Monday June 29 from 6-8pm


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Thank you to all of our campers and volunteers for another great overnight camp Be sure to pencil in dates for next year

Day Camp June 22-26 2020 at the Fairgrounds Overnight Camp July 19-25 2020 in Western Maryland

Clover Days August 4-5 2020 at Bel Alton Natural Discovery Days August 11-13 2020 at various locations

bull We want to thank the kind folks at Tractor Supply for their generous support with Clover Days bull Thank you to McKayrsquos for their generous support of our livestock judging teams bull A big thank you to the Charles County Fairground staff for being such gracious hosts during the

Charles County Fair bull Thank you Smallwood State Park for allowing 4-H to provide programming at your park

Smallwood State Park


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State and National Opportunities

Maryland 4-H State Council

Maryland 4-H State Council General Membership Applications are now OPEN and due by November 15

The Maryland 4-H State Council is the premiere leadership opportunity in Maryland It is comprised of active 4-H members from around the state interested in developing high level leadership skills and representing their county 4-H program State Council members have the opportunity to learn from each other volunteers and facultystaff outside of their club and county The State Council is led by a youth officer team and facultystaff advisors

4-H members must be 13 as of January 1 2020 to apply and must submit an application package that includes a cover letter 4-H resume certification letter from countycity 4-H Educator and a current picture of the applicant

Application and additional information is available on the website below

httpsextensionumdedu4-h4-h-program-areasmaryland-4-h-state-council

National Youth Summits Registration is Open and Filling Fast

Develop lifelong skills through STEM Agri-Science Healthy Living or Photography programs led by distinguished thought-leaders Dont miss out on this opportunity - reserve a spot today

The National Youth Summit Series brings together some of the best and brightest students to focus on STEM agriscience healthy living and photography Designed for high school students (grades 9 ndash 12) the Summits provide opportunities to learn technical skills participate in hands-on activities workshops and engage with nationally-recognized leaders

To learn more and register https4hcenterorgtours-programsnational-youth-summitsutm_campaign=amputm_source=newsandnotesamputm_medium=emailamputm_content=20190917amputm_term=amputm_variation=overview


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The Maryland 4-H Volunteer and Teen Forum November 16 2019

Registration for the 2019 Regional 4-H Volunteer and Teen Forum is open through November 4

Participants will choose to attend 1 of 4 regional locations Washington County Extension Office Carroll County Extension Office the University of Maryland- College Park Campus or the Queen Annersquos County Fairgrounds and will select from the following sessions

bull REAL Colors - Strengthen your leadership skills by examining personality traits of yourself and others

bull Conflict Resolution - Tackle conflict resolution from a new perspective - by learning and using self-mediation skills

bull Photography - Get a hands on look at the brand new Photography project Bring your camera or your phone

bull Robotics - A project that is future focused come learn more about robotics

bull Teens Opportunities amp Mental Health - A special class taught by our State Council members

bull Animal Science - Zoonosis information and activities presented by the Maryland 4-H Animal Science Committee members

Registration

1 Visit 4H Online at httpswww4honlinecom 2 Log in using your family profile user name and password Click on the Continue to Family

button to access the Member List

3 Click Continue to Family (will take you to your Member List)

bull Scroll to the bottom of the Member List page to find the Register a Member in an Event option bull Select the 4-H member or volunteer you wish to register bull Select the event from the drop down menu (fields will appear below) bull Download the Forms Packet bull Download the Worksheet to help with your registration process bull Click Register to proceed with your registration online bull Follow the prompts and use How to Register for MD 4-H Events in 4-H Online to complete

your registration

Payment A $25 registration fee for each participant will be due to help cover the cost of session materials lunch and other items Payment must be made through the payment portal httpsformjotformcom92175915559166 by November 8 2019

July - September 2019 ndash Voice Issue 423

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2020 MARKET STEER REGISTRATION FORM DUE BY Tuesday - JANUARY 3 2020

4-HrsquoER NAME ________________________________________ Phone________________

CLUB_______________________ Email _______________________Age (as of 1120) _____

To show at the state fair your steers must be registered with the appropriate association ALL INFORMATION MUST BE FILLED OUT

1) EARTAG NUMBER OR TATTOO_____________ DATE OF BIRTH______________ BREED__________________________ Date Purchased_____________ or Bred amp Owned______

PURCHASED FROM Name_______________________________________________________

City________________________________________ State_______________________________

2) EARTAG NUMBER OR TATTOO_____________ DATE OF BIRTH_____________ BREED__________________________ Date Purchased_____________ or Bred amp Owned______

PURCHASED FROM Name________________________________________________________

City___________________________________ State______________________________________ 3) EARTAG NUMBER OR TATTOO_____________ DATE OF BIRTH_____________ BREED__________________________ Date Purchased_____________ or Bred amp Owned______


City_______________________________________ State_______________________________ 4) EARTAG NUMBER OR TATTOO_____________ DATE OF BIRTH_____________ BREED__________________________ Date Purchased_____________ or Bred amp Owned______


City_____________________________________ State_______________________________ 5) EARTAG NUMBER OR TATTOO_____________ DATE OF BIRTH_____________ BREED__________________________ Date Purchased_____________ or Bred amp Owned______ PURCHASED FROM Name________________________________________________________

City_____________________________________ State_______________________________

The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Access Programs

National Youth Summits

Registration is Open and Filling Fast



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4-H Youth Membership Requirements

4-Hers to be a member in good standing you must attend a percentage of club meetings established in your club by-laws (EXAMPLE The BYLAWS state your club will have 10 MEETINGS A YEAR AND YOU NEED TO ATTEND 5 OF THE TEN) to be eligible to participate in events such as but not limited to fairs (county and state) showing animal projects participating in county and state contests

There are also enrollment deadlines for participation For some projects or events members MUST be enrolled by a certain date to be eligible for participation

2020 4-H Online Enrollment Procedure

The Maryland 4-H Online Enrollment System will be open for new enrollments and re-enrollments after January 2 2020 Returning members and UME adult volunteers will re-enroll by logging into the website using the family email address and password that they used to set up their initial profile If you have forgotten your password there is an option to request a new one If you have forgotten your email address you must contact Donna Mohler at dmohlerumdedu

Website md4honlinecom or Maryland4honlinecom

For detailed instructions or assistance with the process call 301-934-5404 or email Donna Mohler

2020 Annual State 4-H Participation Fee will be paid when you enroll into the 4-H on-line system The Annual State 4-H Participation Fee is $1000 per member with a maximum of $3000 per family for families with 3 or more regular age members There is no charge to be a volunteer

RECORD BOOKS amp DIAMOND CLOVER PLANS DUE - December 6 2019

All livestock youth must turn in a record book to be able to show livestock for 2020 Individual clubs may also have record book requirements Clover 4-Hers may also turn in record books Clover project sheets may found on our website httpsextensionumdedusitesextensionumdedufiles_imageslocationscharles_countyCloverbud20Record20Book2pdf Record sheets for most projects and guidelines for completing record books may be found on the county website under the ldquoProjects and Record Booksrdquo tab httpsextensionumdeducharles-county4-h-programrecord-books Record Books will be sent out to be judged Books will be returned to the clubs in January Book awards will be presented on the club level PLEASE DO NOT USE RECORD SHEETS FROM OTHER STATES or COUNTIES If you do you will automatically be given a red award on that project

If you need help with your record book or have questions let us know (301) 934-5404


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