The Cloverleaf Crier The Official Publication of Sheboygan County 4-H

Visit Us on the Web! http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/ email addresses: sarah.tarjeson@ces.uwex.edu john.michels@ces.uwex.edu tina.kohlman@ces.uwex.edu nancy.meyer@sheboygancounty.com tammyzorn@sheboygancounty.com 4h.intern@sheboygancounty.com

We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now. (Martin Luther King, Jr.)

Cooperation in 4-H is standard operating procedure and there are numerous opportunities for us to practice our skills in cooperation. Whether it is at a club meeting, at a project workshop, or in pulling together a county-wide event, we must work with others to make the program a success. Even though it may seem easier to handle something ourselves, the best outcomes come when we accept input from others. Ironically, the best cooperative relationships start with OURSELVES; how we contribute to the team will demonstrate and establish an environment for others to follow. Here are some ways that YOU can contribute to and encourage a Cooperative Learning Environment:

• Listen • Encourage your peers • Allow and invite others to contribute their talents and skills • Follow as well as lead • Recognize your strengths and use them for the common good • Treat others equitably • Recognize the needs of the group • Think before acting; delay your response if needed • Communicate calmly • Put competition aside

Teams work cooperatively to achieve MUTUAL BENEFIT. So while the spirit of cooperation starts with us, we are not the most important member of the team. Everyone benefits when we choose to put the needs of the group before their own personal agenda. Even when the task is seemingly unpleasant (mucking horse stalls) and maybe even painful (the loss of a loved one), sharing the experience helps to develop and strengthen relationships. We have several efforts coming up that will require our 4-H groups to work cooperatively; you can find out more about each of these and many others in this month’s Cloverleaf Crier:

* Anything Goes * Horse Shows * Fair Foodstand * Club Fundraisers * 4-H Camp * Service Projects * Gateway Academy

Your 4-H Youth Development Staff look forward to working cooperatively with you this summer and into the upcoming 4-H years!

July 2013

Questions? Contact... Sarah Tarjeson: 4-H Youth Development Educator John Michels: 4-H Youth Development Program

Coordinator Tina Kohlman: Dairy & Livestock Agent Nancy Meyer: 4-H Support Staff Phone: 920.459.5903 Tammy Zorn: 4-H Support Staff Phone: 920.459.5904 Vanessa VanderWeele: 4-H Youth Development Summer Intern Phone: 920.459.5909

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GENERAL INFORMATION

4-H FISCAL YEAR…ENDS JUNE 30

The Pension Reform Act of 2006 made significant changes in IRS laws and guidelines. As a result, the GEN number held through 4-H National Headquarters will be eliminated and all states have been directed to secure tax-exempt status for 4-H groups within their state. All 4-H clubs, groups and committees are accountable to Cooperative Extension for their activities and finances; their continued existence is dependent on Cooperative Extension’s authorization and oversight.

The University of Wisconsin Extension, Cooperative Extension operates on a July 1-June 30 fiscal year. Therefore, all 4-H groups must also abide by the fiscal year July 1-June 30. Club and Project Committee Treasurer’s should reconcile their books and complete their audits by August 1st! If you have any questions or need any help, please feel free to call Sarah at 920.459.5903.

SHEBOYGAN COUNTY WI STATE FAIR

MUSIC & DRAMA PERFORMANCES Sheboygan County will be well represented at the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair. The Willing Workers, Spring Valley, Lima Lites, Herman Cheerios, Ourtown Orioles and Sherman Workers 4-H Clubs will be performing live on the Wisconsin State Fair Ag Oasis Stage and Youth Expo Stage. Why not enjoy a GREAT day at the WI State Fair, where everyday is a GREAT day! Ag Oasis Stage:

Willing Workers: Thursday, August 1st at 12:40 pm, 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm

Lima Lites: Saturday, August 3 at 9:20 am, 11:20 am and 4:20 pm

Johnsonville Hustlers: Tuesday, August 6 at 9:40 am, 11:20 am and 2:00 pm

Herman Cheerios: Thursday, August 8 at 9:40 am, 10:40 am and 5:20 pm

SUMMER BLOCK PARTY Older 4-H Youth…don’t miss out on a great chance to celebrate the end of the summer with other 4-H youth leaders from around the county!! On Friday, August 16th the Youth Association is sponsoring the 4th Annual 4-H Summer Block Party. Mark your calendars now because you won’t want to miss out on all the fun! Save the date for a great time of food, friends and FUN! The evening will be filled with activities like an outdoor movie and inflatable obstacle course and plenty of chances to hang out and meet new people! We hope you can make it to the 2013 Summer Block Party by the Youth Building on the Fair Grounds, Friday, August 16th!

4-H GARDEN CLUB

The 4-H Garden Club is a program that is new this year. It is held on Fridays at the UW Extension throughout the summer from 1-3pm. It will introduce participants to 4-H and to various topics in nature through books, activities and snacks. We are looking for both older youth volunteers and participants 2nd through 4th grades to join in this new program. If you are interested, please contact Vanessa Vander Weele at 4h-intern@co.sheboygan.wi.us or call at 920.459.5909. Thanks for your help!

4-H SOFTBALL

Don’t forget…the Sheboygan County 4-H

Softball Season is in full swing! Why not get out and enjoy a

game or two. Check out the schedule on the Sheboygan County 4-H

website: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/current-programs-registrations/

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ENCHANTED FOREST OCTOBER 19, 2013

I know it’s hard to think about the Enchanted Forest when everyone is just getting out of school and it doesn’t take place until October, but we do want you to make sure you mark Saturday, October 19 on your calendar now. Planning will get under way shortly. We’re always looking for skits, scarecrows, pumpkins and more! If you are interested in serving on the committee and helping plan this AWESOME event, please let Shannon Schuren at: schurshan@gmail.com Melissa and Shannon are looking for volunteers to help on the committee. If you love the Enchanted Forest, or have some great ideas to help us make it even better, please consider joining the Enchanted Forest committee this year. Email Shannon if interested.

FRIEND OF 4-H AND MERITORIOUS

SERVICE AWARD Want to nominate someone for the Friend of 4-H or Meritorious Award? Look over the criteria below and submit the nomination form found in this month’s Crier to the Extension Office by September 13th. Criteria for Friend of 4-H Award: - An organization/individual who has made…

• contributions to the 4-H program on the county level.

• contributions that are significant in nature and have a positive impact on 4-H program goals.

• contributions that represent continuing support over time.

Criteria for Meritorious Service Award:

1. A certified 4-H leader on the club, county or state level.

2. An individual who has made exceptional contributions to the Sheboygan County 4-H program that goes above and beyond the normal, in their club, at the state level or in

the community.

Final decisions for both awards will be made by a committee of youth and adults appointed by the Sheboygan County 4-H Executive Board. These awards may or may not be given out every year; the decision is made at the discretion of the committee.

TLC FOR 4-H CAMP RIVERSITE

Several clubs have already offered their assistance throughout the summer in providing some tender loving care for the 4-H Leaders Association’s Camp Riversite. Clubs are asked to take one of the monthly scheduled days to visit 4-H Camp Riversite, walk the trails, use the playground, check out the buildings, plan an outdoor program, and all along the way remove objects that don’t fit in with the natural surroundings. A checklist of tasks will be provided to clubs assisting.

The schedule includes:

July Time TBD by club August Time TBD by club September Time TBD by club October Time TBD by club

If your club would like to sign up for one of the TLC dates, please call Barb Scholten at 920.980.4219.

4-H GATEWAY ACADEMY PREPS YOUNG SCIENTISTS

The Sheboygan County 4-H Program in partnership with Farnsworth Middle School will offer a valuable hands-on experience with science, math, engineering, and technology activities at the 4-H Gateway Academy this summer. All young people, boys and girls, entering grades 7, 8 and 9 are invited to attend this weeklong day camp July 22-26, 2013. The 4-H Gateway Academy experience includes activities like robotics, rocketry, alternative energy, and eco-friendly design. Each activity encourages creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in youth and introduces them to opportunities and careers in STEM fields.

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The Sheboygan County 4-H Gateway Academy will be held at Farnsworth Middle School and will be facilitated by experienced Technology Educators, Adam Binder and Mark Ellis. Registration is due with the bargain fee of $25 by July 12, 2013. See the brochure in the back of this crier. Thanks to the Kern Family Foundation and MSOE for helping to support this amazing opportunity. Scholarships are available. For more information on Wisconsin 4-H Gateway Academies and other Wisconsin 4-H STEM opportunities, contact the UW-Extension office or visit: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/set/index.cfm.

FAIR NEWS

FAIR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Just in time for the Sheboygan County Fair Season the WI Department of Transportation would like to welcome you to Plymouth by closing Highway 23 at the intersections of O, E, Pleasantview and M. They are turning these intersections into J-turns so will have them opened and closed at various times throughout the summer beginning Monday, June 17 through October. A better route to the fairgrounds might be to come in from Eastern Ave in Plymouth and turn north on Fairview Dr to get to the fairgrounds! Enjoy the season of traffic detours and deep fried everything!

2013 WI STATE FAIR EXHIBITS

If one of your exhibits was chosen at the 2012 Sheboygan County Fair to represent Sheboygan County at the 2013 WI State Fair, please have your item to the Sheboygan County UW-Extension Office by Friday, July 25. Items will be transported to and from the WI State Fair. If you have any questions, feel free to call Nancy at 459.5903.

SAVE YOUR FAIR PREMIUM LISTS!

Be sure to keep your 2013 Sheboygan County Fair Premium List. Check the special "rules" listings for each department before finishing all of your projects to be sure everything is entered correctly. The Fair Premium List will also be useful in planning next year’s projects, so hang on to it and don’t lose it!

COUNTY FAIR ENTRIES

Do you intend to take part in this year's County Fair? Have you filled out an Entry Form?

4-H Club General Leaders distributed Fair Premium Lists and Entry Blanks at one of your last 4-H Club Meetings. It is your responsibility to submit your Entry Blank to your General Leader by your club deadline date. If you do not know your club deadline for entries, call now and check! Club deadline dates will vary; however, the latest deadlines will be in early July. No Entry Blanks can be accepted in the County Fair Office directly from 4-H families.

General Leaders! Please submit your Club's Entry Blanks directly to the County Fair Office by Monday, July 15th at 3:00 p.m. There are NO exceptions! Project Leaders are asked to review the premium list with their members to help them make decisions on what to enter at the fair.

Club Leaders…PLEASE check Entry Forms: Each club needs to review and check Entry Forms prior to submitting the forms to the Fair Office.

COUNTY FAIR JUDGING DAYS

Be sure to check the back page of the 2013 Sheboygan County Fair Premium List for the judging days for all 4-H Projects for the 2013 Sheboygan County Fair. Dates, times and locations are also listed at the beginning of each department listing in the Premium List. Mark these dates on your family calendar now! Monday, August 19th, 1:00-7:00 p.m.

All non-animal projects with the exception of Crops, Vegetable Garden, Flowers, Houseplants, and Club Booths.

Wednesday, August 28th, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Crops, Club Booths, Vegetable Garden, Flowers, and Houseplants.

Sheboygan County

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COUNTY FAIR JUDGING WORKSHOP

Exploring Project Members, Cloverbuds, New 4-H Members, and anyone else interested…you are invited to the County Fair Judging Workshop on Thursday, August 15th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The workshop will be held in the 4-H Youth Building at the Sheboygan County Fair Park, Plymouth. NEW - *A special food project presentation will be included. The Judging Workshop is a great chance for you to learn the steps involved in the Fair Judging Process. We'll tour the areas of Fair Park where the judging will take place. We ask that each member attending bring along one Fair exhibit or other item they have made to be judged. Everyone will participate in a practice judging session. 4-H youth leaders will serve as judges for this event. There will also be some time for you to get answers to any questions you may still have regarding fair judging, how to attach tags, etc. Come and join us for a fun evening.

FAIR SUPERINTENDENTS AND JUDGING ASSISTANTS

The Sheboygan County Fair will be here before we know it! In preparation for Fair Judging, we are seeking volunteers (14 years and older) to serve as Fair Superintendents and Judging Assistants. No experience is necessary, just a love for the Fair and 4-H Youth. It takes a lot of great volunteers to keep things moving along during Fair Judging on August 19 from 1-7 p.m. and on August 28 from 4-7 p.m. Volunteer for one day, both days or part of a day! We’d love to have you join our crew. There will be a Fair Superintendent and Judging Assistant Training Meeting prior to judging on Monday August 19 at 12:00 pm. If you are interested in volunteering or have any specific questions, please call Nancy or Sarah at 459.5903.

DISPLAY TEAM I just took a drive by the youth building today and it looked rather lonely. I can't wait to see all of your smiling faces in the 4-H Youth Building again! Don't forget to sign up to help the Display Team showcase the amazing projects entered in the Sheboygan County Fair. The Display Team will be working on August 21, 22 and 28. Get your creative juices flowing and share them with Sheboygan County. Ask your General Leaders how to sign-up for the Display Team or call or e-mail Nancy at 459.5903 or nancy.meyer@sheboygancounty.com. I'm so happy when I watch the community appreciate all of the hard work our members put into their projects. Your help with the displays makes it all possible. It is sure to be another great year and I'm looking forward to working with you again. Thanks so much. See you soon!

- Elise McKinch, Display Team Leader

2013 4-H SILENT AUCTION The Sheboygan County 4-H Leaders Association is once again having a 4-H Silent Auction at this year's County Fair. We are asking each club to donate one item for the auction…be creative, have fun and see what you can come up with! Examples include: theme baskets, homemade items, gift certificates, etc. Last year was a lot of fun for clubs and a great new fundraiser for 4-H! Check with your General Leader for details and more information.

2013 COUNTY FAIR VOLUNTEERS Want to help in the 4-H Youth Building during this year’s Sheboygan County Fair? Of course you do! Here’s what we’re looking for: *4-H Building Watch Volunteers (12 and

older): Watch over our fantastic 4-H display and answer the publics’ questions. *4-H Office Watch Volunteers (16 and older): Stationed in the 4-H Office at the

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Youth Building, answer the phone, locate Sarah or John. *4-H Action Center Volunteers (12 and older); Answer questions about 4-H, do a demonstration or speech, lead small hands on activities, or just hang out and play with young fair goers!

To do the job right, we need at least 100 volunteers! Can you help? Here’s how to volunteer: 1. Call the UW-Extension Office at 459.5903. 2. Tell us what job you prefer and the times you can help. That’s it!

ANYTHING GOES

We hope you’re ready for the 2013 Anything Goes Competition which is always a great time to celebrate the end of the Fair with club members and other 4-Hers. Rules and Registrations will included in this month’s General Leader packet. Anything Goes will take place on Monday, September 2nd from 2:30-4:30 pm (following the Blue Ribbon Sale and the Showcase of Champions) in the Coliseum. Talk to your club members, form a team, and get ready to get wild, sticky, wet and dirty in the annual Anything Goes Competition!!

CREW CHIEFS NEEDED FOR 2013 4-H FOOD STAND

The 4-H Food Stand is looking for crew chiefs to serve…hot side or cold side! If there are individuals that wish to help out longer than their club shift, and help the next club transition in, they are welcome to do so. Crew chief shifts are needed from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm or from 3:30 pm – 9:30 pm each day. On the job training will be provided when you show up for your shift. Call 459.5903 for more information!

4-H FOOD STAND CLEAN-UP Did you know that nearly 75% of the Sheboygan County 4-H Leaders Association funds come from our annual 4-H Food Stand at the County Fair? All of that money supports 4-H Scholarships, 4-H Camps, 4-H Experience, 4-H Projects, and more! Let’s do our best to support the Food Stand by volunteering a small amount of time to help get this year's effort off to a good start!

We need you: • Youth Building Food Stand Clean-up and

preparation for Fair. 5 adults needed August 14th at 5:00 pm. If you are interested, contact Randy Meyer @ 920-918-3156.

• A club coordinator/ crew chief meeting will be held August 14 at 6:00 pm. The necessary information will be given to club coordinators prior to the fair.

4-H ACTION CENTER AT THE SHEBOYGAN COUNTY FAIR

Don’t miss a SPECTACULAR opportunity to help at the 4-H Action Center during the Sheboygan County Fair. Get involved in the County Fair and help promote 4-H to others by participating in this great opportunity. The 4-H Action Center is a designated place in the Youth Building where 4-H members can show, present, or demonstrate hands-on activities they have learned or made during the year in a 4-H project or at a club or county event. We are looking for fun and creative activities to do throughout the Fair at designated times. Please call the Extension Office at 459.5903 to sign-up for one or more 2-hour shift/s. Youth may sign-up to work by themselves, with a friend or as part of a group. An adult, parent or club leader should be available to help youth set-up and getting going. We will be planning activities and scheduling volunteers at the August Ambassador Meeting on Tuesday, August 20th at 6:30 p.m. at the Fair Park. If you’re interested, but just not sure…join us on August 20th for more information!

EXHIBIT RELEASE Ever wish you were the first one in the building on exhibit release day, (Monday, September 2nd)? Well you can be! Sign up to help; volunteers ensure that Exhibit Release runs smoothly. Responsibilities include: removing items from high places, working at the check-out tables, tending the doors and helping 4-Hers locate their precious treasures. If you’re interested in helping, please call Nancy at 459.5903.

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RECOGNITION

HATS OFF TO…

A huge thank you to all the talented volunteers who shared their time and talents at the Sheboygan Falls Free Fishing Day on June 1st. From face painting to animals and games, the wonderful 4-H volunteers gave many new families some ideas about what 4-H has to offer.

Tammi Luebke for chaperoning our Sheboygan County 4-H Delegates at this year’s WI 4-H & Youth Conference in Madison. They weathered the “HOT” weather and provided great leadership and support for our young people. Hats off also to Barb Scholten and Liz Haag for the time and leadership they commit to WI 4-H & Youth Conference as they work with the chaperones to keep our youth safe as they move from one end of campus to the other. And a special CONGRATULATIONS and hats off to Jay Johnson for his directorship of the 2013 WI 4-H Drama Company. Also congrats to Randy Niffenegger, Erin Spieth, Ali and Liz Johnson for being on the State Teams!

The wonderful 4-H Blacksmith Project Leaders (Bill Schlink, Hubert Van de Pas, Dan Sippel, Al Schmid and Larry Menting) for their dedication and hard work with the Annual 4-H Hammer-In. Also a special thanks to the Fair Board for allowing us use of one of their buildings. It was GREAT. The Hammer-In was very educational and productive, resulting in the creation of many outstanding projects.

Dairy Judging Team Coaches Erin Jens, Jeff Bleck, and Chris Booth, and numerous volunteers for giving much of their time and expertise to prepare our youth for Area Animal Science Days! Your dedication and hard work means A LOT. Thank you for all you do!

To the 2013 Meat Animal Sale Scholarship Winners – Alex Huibregtse, Derek Gabsch, Cody Molkenthine, Jakob Ohman and Joseph Wimmler!

To all of you who helped us collect McDonald’s receipts over the past years for the McDonald’s Neighbors Program. We have been able to aquire some much needed equipment and supplies through your help. Special thanks to Saron Church,

Christ Child Academy, Cathy Beumler, Courtney Booth for the last round-up of receipts and to Tammy Zorn for counting, bundling, and placing our orders.

JUNE DAIRY MONTH

POSTER WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The Sheboygan County Dairy Promotion Association announced the winners of the 2013 Dairy Poster Contest:

4-H DIVISION

Junior Division 8-11 year olds Seth Morse – Leaping Lizards

Elwyn Levsen – Plymouth Shamrocks Alisha Klemme – Willing Workers Jaiden Haack – Leaping Lizards Katelyn Roblee – Mosel Farm & Home Intermediate 12-14 year olds Hunter Potter – Leaping Lizards David Foerster – Lima Lites Hannah Morse – Leaping Lizards Luke Levsen – Plymouth Shamrocks Senior Division 15 years and older Ashley Doebert – Plymouth Shamrocks

Sarah Levsen – Plymouth Shamrocks Tristin Potter – Leaping Lizards Each of the participants received a monetary award for a job well done. *Posters may be picked up at the Extension Office at any time.

LEADERSHIP

2012-2013 4-H PROGRAM FEES

Thanks to all the clubs who sent their 2012-2013 4-H Program Fees. We still need a check from the Country Critters, Hub City, and Scott Pioneers 4-H Clubs. If you have any questions regarding your club payment, please call Nancy at 459.5903. THANK YOU!

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4-H ALL LEADER & PARENT MEETING AND PIZZA SALE INFORMATION

The July 4-H All Leader & Parent Meeting will be held on Monday, July 15 at the Extension Office on the UW Sheboygan Campus from 7:00-8:30 p.m. You won’t want to miss this meeting…ice cream will be served! We will also be sharing 2013 Sheboygan County Fair Updates and other summer activity plans. Prior to the 4-H All Parent & Leader Meeting, the 2013-2014 Pizza Sale Coordinator Meeting will be held. This year’s 4-H Pizza Sale will run from August 5 - October 7! We do need a Pizza Sale Coordinator from each club to attend the Coordinator’s Meeting on July 15 from 6:30-7 p.m.

MEMBERS NEEDED FOR THE

4-H LEADERS EXECUTIVE BOARD Do you know an awesome, energetic, 4-H adult that would be a great addition to the 4-H Executive Board? We need four Executive Board members to fill two-year terms. Elections are held at the September ALL Parent and Leaders Association Meeting. Members take office in October, and the Executive Board elects officers at their first meeting. The 4-H Leaders Executive Board provides direction and support for the Sheboygan County 4-H Program. Serving on the executive board is a great opportunity to learn and grow as a volunteer. Why not consider running…we NEED you and your ideas! Please contact John or Sarah if you would like to volunteer or have someone to suggest for the ballot. We need to know their names and have a short bio by the end of August.

4-H AMBASSADORS & YOUTH LEADERS ASSOCIATION

Summer is an incredibly busy time for everyone! To make it easier, there will be an Ambassador/Youth Association meeting on Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. to finalize the Milwaukee Experience plans and to enjoy the pool party. Mark these dates on your calendars and plan on joining in on the FUN!

*July 23 – Ambassador/Youth Association Pool Party at Niffenegger’s at N1973 State Highway 57, Waldo

*July 29 – Youth Association Milwaukee Experience

*August 16 – 5th Annual 4-H Block Party, Fair Park in Plymouth

*August 20-Ambassador and Youth Association Meeting at Fair Park in Plymouth

*September 2 – Anything Goes, Fair Park

There really are a ton of opportunities this summer; from Anything Goes to an exciting Milwaukee Experience, there’s something everyone can get involved in! Summer is such a terrific time to promote 4-H and utilize your leadership skills…don’t miss your chance to get involved. Questions or for opportunities, call Sarah or John at 459.5903.

SUMMER POOL PARTY

Older 4-H Youth, don’t miss out on a great chance to celebrate and congregate with other 4-H youth leaders from around the county! On Tuesday, July 23rd the Youth Association is sponsoring the 1st Annual 4-H Summer Pool Party. Mark your calendars now because you won’t want to miss out on all the fun! There will be food, friends, activities, and swimming – so don’t forget to bring your suit. This is a great opportunity to hang out and meet new people – ALL ARE WELCOME! We hope you can make it to the 2013 Summer Pool Party at Randy Niffenegger’s residence, located at N1973 HWY 57 in Waldo (it is a quarter mile from the Adell Mobil Station).

EXPERIENCE MILWAUKEE – 2013 The Sheboygan County 4-H Program will Experience Milwaukee on Monday, July 29! The bus will leave the Plymouth Wal-Mart parking lot at 7:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 10:00 p.m. The $45.00 fee for all members covers transportation to and from Milwaukee, as well as admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum including an IMAX show (3D Sea Monsters), the Mitchell Park Domes, the Milwaukee County Zoo, and a boat cruise. There will be a lunch stop downtown and a dinner stop at Fujiyama Japanese Steak House in West Allis. Meal costs are not included ($25-$30 is recommended in total for meals).

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There is limited seating, and prepaid registration is required before Wednesday, July 17. Checks should be made out to the Sheboygan County Leaders Association. Please send payment to Nancy Meyer at 5 University Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081. For more information call John Michels at 920.459.5914. YOUTH & ADULT DELEGATES FOR THE

4-H FALL FORUM Each year one youth leader and one adult leader are sent to represent Sheboygan County at the WI 4-H Fall Forum. The delegates learn about what is happening in 4-H at the state level, weigh in on important issues and elect the next year’s Youth and Adult Leaders Council representatives. This year the Fall Forum will be Saturday, November 9, at the Holiday Inn in Stevens Point. The Sheboygan County 4-H Leaders Association will cover the cost of mileage and registration for the one youth and one adult delegate. In return, these delegates are expected to co-teach the 4-H Club Leadership Team training with John and Sarah, which they will have already participated in at the Fall Forum. Youth or adults interested in representing Sheboygan County at the Fall Forum are asked to contact the UW-Extension Office by Monday, August 19th.

LIABILITY INSURANCE Sheboygan County is continuing the volunteer liability insurance for Sheboygan County 4-H Volunteer Leaders. You are automatically covered under this policy if you are registered as a 4-H Leader. The insurance provided by Sheboygan County is intended to protect the volunteer leader from damages. Remember, this insurance is not Accident Insurance. The county also purchases Accident Insurance to cover all enrolled members and certified 4-H volunteer leaders.

As a 4-H leader, it is important to reduce your liability risk as much as possible. Be sure to provide safety instruction in all risk situations - and take all necessary precautions to assure safe activities. If you are planning any activities

that could be considered "out of the ordinary" and might increase risk; contact Sarah, so she can verify liability insurance coverage for the activity.

YOUTH LEADERS COUNCIL

APPLICATIONS The purpose of the Wisconsin State 4-H Youth Leader Council (YLC) is to strengthen 4-H Youth Development programs by addressing youth issues, promoting 4-H, providing leadership at the Wisconsin 4-H and Youth Conference and communicating needs between local and state needs. Members of the Council represent geographical districts throughout Wisconsin. New members need to complete an application and are selected by present YLC members and youth delegates to Fall Forum. Council members must have completed 8th grade and not exceeded the completion of 11th grade of the calendar year during which their term begins. Council members serve a 2 year term. Sheboygan County youth interested in applying must complete and turn in an application, with resume, to the Extension Office by August 26. More information and the application form can be found online at: http://4h.uwex.edu/youth/leadership.cfm.

North Central Region Volunteer e-Forum 2013-2014

The 2013-2014 North Central Region 4-H Volunteer e-Forum will be broadcast from local county Extension Offices. Participation will be as simple as connecting with your local 4-H Youth Development Extension Professional. Join with other 4-H Volunteers in your community and across the 12-state North Central Region to learn cutting edge information that will help you work effectively with 4-H members. Session topics include Working with Parents, Engaging Teens and Older Youth in 4-H, Using Technology to Enhance Your 4-H Experience, and Exploring the Science of 4-H Projects.

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Central Time for all sessions *Monday, November 18, 2013 - OMG! You've Got 4-H Parents! Now What?? *Tuesday, December 3, 2013 - Engaging Teens & Older Youth

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*Tuesday, January 14, 2014 - Using Technology to Enhance Your 4-H Experience *Monday, February 3, 2014 - Exploring the Science of 4-H Projects For more information check the website at: http:// www.kansas4-h.org/p.aspx?tabid=459

CLOVERBUD CHATTER

CLOVERBUD DAY CAMP Calling all Cloverbuds! Are you ready for some fun in the sun this summer? Then you and your friends should get together and come to the Cloverbud Day Camp! Camp is on Wednesday, July 31 at the Plymouth City Park from 9 am – 4 pm. Campers will participate in a variety of camp activities (arts & crafts, music, recreation, swimming, and more) facilitated by older 4-H youth and committed adults. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity for a full day of activities and camping fun; there will be something for everyone! Cost is $10 per 4-H member and is open to friends for $15 per participant. Don’t miss out on the fun. Registration is due July 19.

ANIMAL SCIENCES

RABBIT & CAVY PROJECTS

The final Rabbit/Cavy Project Meeting before this year’s Sheboygan County Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, July 30th at the Extension Office from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Both Rabbit and Cavy Projects will meet together. This meeting will serve as the Mandatory Blue Ribbon Small Animal Auction Meeting. If you are planning on participating in the Blue Ribbon Small Animal Sale, YOU MUST ATTEND! We will be reviewing the sale policies and answering any questions. We will also be reviewing how the fair works and member requirements. If you have any questions, please call Jodi Johnson at 838.3652.

POULTRY PROJECT NEWS

Showmanship workshop clinic will be on August 3 from 9 am – 1 pm at the poultry barn at the fairgrounds. Activities will include a guest

speaker offering a demonstration on showmanship with hands on practice along with judging and washing demonstration. If you are able please bring one bird for practice. If showing turkeys, we do not expect you to bring them, just come and learn how to show turkeys. We are going to have a small lunch, so please let us know if you plan on attending this meeting so we can have enough food for all. Call Warren at 920.467.4183 or Lauren at 920.627.4380 for attendance or any questions you may have. A reminder – All birds need health papers for showing at the fair. The blood testing date is August 17 from 9 am – 12 pm at the fair park. If you are unable to make it please call Warren at 920.467.4183.

HORSE & PONY NEWS

Summer is finally here! We have lots of things to cover, so please look over the following: Sponsorships: We need your help! Don’t forget to solicit trophy sponsorships for the Speed Show, the project’s general fund and other educational projects! Forms can be found in the 4-H Horse & Pony Handbook or online at: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/horse-and-pony-project/. Sponsorships are not required but are encouraged. County Fair Stall selection priority will be given to clubs who collected the most sponsorships per member (on average) entered in the Fair. All general sponsorships must be received by August 1 by Horse & Pony Committee Treasurer Julie Konz for credit towards barn selection. Sponsorships specific to any show are due two weeks prior to the show. For questions or additional information regarding the project sponsorship forms, please contact Julie Konz at 920.893.6320 or at konzfamily@frontier.com. Awards: Numerous awards are given out through the 4-H Horse & Pony Project. To apply yourself or nominate an individual, please complete an award form and turn in at the August Mandatory Meeting. Award applications are available online or in your 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook.

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Pony Measurements: If you are considering exhibiting in a pony class at the county fair, your pony must be measured by a project committee member at any open arena or 4-H Horse sponsored event (clinic, show, drill team, etc.) before July 15th. Ponies must be 56” or shorter. Please keep in mind if you have a card on your pony’s height, we still do need to measure. Hours of Service: Don’t forget to be a member in good standing in the 4-H Horse & Pony Project and be eligible to exhibit a horse/pony at the Sheboygan County Fair, members must complete a minimum of two hours of service within the project. To sign-up for your hours of service, please contact Sharon Feldman at (920) 627-1800. When members sign-in/sign-out for their volunteer hours, please make sure to write the time and number of hours you worked and have a project committee member initial your hours. Without proper documentation, we cannot give credit for your hours worked! Volunteer Hours & Meeting Attendance: Don’t forget to visit the Sheboygan County 4-H Horse & Pony Website at: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/horse-and-pony-project/ for your up to date meeting attendance and volunteer hours! Remember, you need a minimum of 5 meetings and 2 hours of service to be a project member in good standing and qualify for exhibiting at the Sheboygan County Fair! Any questions, please call Sharon Feldman at (920) 627-1800. Don’t forget to sign in when you do your service hours! Members need to sign their full name, legibly, number of hours, work done, club, and initials of the committee member in charge. The Fair will be here before we know it!!!! Remember to submit your nominations for the Steady Eddie Award to Barb Zimmerman by Aug. 1, rules, forms & qualifications are on the web site. Also Members, Leaders and Parents, please submit your nominations for “Year End Awards” presented on Monday of the Fair to Sharon Feldmann W 4621 Gerber Lake Rd. Plymouth Wisconsin by Mandatory Meeting Aug. 23 2012. Explanations of each of the Awards are in the handbook or any questions please call Sharon Feldmann 920-627-1800.

Anyone remember the Old Collins and Rogers Home on Sumac Road in Plymouth? It once was a place where shows and clinics were held. The current owners are looking for some photographs from when it had the arena and was thriving. If you have any, please contact Laura Ubbelohde-Korff at (920) 946-3949. Please join us on Facebook at Sheboygan County Horse and Pony Project. Many updates, cancellations, fun pics can be found. A big congratulations goes out to Miranda Lukens. She won the paint horse. We are excited to see how this new team progresses!!! JULY * Tuesday 7/2- English Drill Team, Plymouth

Fairgrounds Monday 7/8 – 6PM to 8:30PM, Educational

Arena Plymouth Fairgrounds. Topics are: Equine Vaccinations and Most Common Equine Diseases with Dr. Dave Baemert DVM: Walk Trot with Julie Kummer: Practice Arena (Watch our Facebook page as we most likely will be adding one additional clinic)

• Tuesday 7/9- English Drill Team, Plymouth Fairgrounds

• Wednesday 7/10- Western Drill Team, Plymouth Fairgrounds, 6:30 PM

Wednesday 7/10 – 6:30-8PM, HHG & First Year Member meeting – Topic: Showmanship, watch and practice. – Sundance Farm N6329 Branch Road, Plymouth. Coaches will receive meeting credit only if they attend with their HHG. Call Kelly Mahloch for information at 893-0134. .

Monday 7/15 – H&P Committee meeting, everyone welcome! 6PM Youth Meeting, 6:30PM Regular Meeting, UWEX

Tuesday 7/16- Western Drill Team, Plymouth Fairgrounds, 6:30 PM

Wednesday 7/17 – 6PM to 8:30PM, Educational Arena, Plymouth Fairgrounds. Topics are: Speed Barrel Practice and Drills with Delda Thiel: Bandages, Wraps, and Boots with Sally Sikora: Saddle Seat with Lisa Caswell: Practice Arena

Saturday, 7/20 – Open Speed Show, Plymouth Fairgrounds, Call Sally Sikora (920) 254-2451 with questions.

Sunday 7/21 to Monday 7/22 – Overnight Clinic with your Youth Committee! – Plymouth Fairgrounds.

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Come with or without your horse. • Tuesday 7/23- English Drill Team, Plymouth

Fairgrounds • Wednesday 7/24- Western Drill Team,

Plymouth Fairgrounds, 6:30 PM • Saturday 7/27 and Sunday 7/28 – 8AM,

County Mounties 4-H Open Horse Show, Plymouth Fairgrounds. Call Kelly Mahloch for more information at 893-0134.

Monday 7/29- 6PM to 8:30, Educational Arena, Plymouth Fairgrounds. Topics are: Hunt Equitation, Western Riding with Brittany Witters, Pleasure Horse Driving and Obstacle Driving, and Practice Arena(Again, watch Facebook as this may be changed)

• Tuesday 7/30- English Drill Team, Plymouth Fairgrounds

• Wednesday 7/31- Western Drill Team, Plymouth Fairgrounds, 6:30 PM

AUGUST: DO YOU HAVE ALL OF YOUR ATTENDANCE

AND VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS MET YET? You only have 3 meetings remaining!

Thursday 8/1 – All sponsorships to the H&P Program due. ANY RECEIVED AFTER TODAY CREDITED TO NEXT YEAR.

HORSE PROJECT SCHOLARSHIPS

The Sheboygan County 4-H Horse & Pony Project will be offering up to two $250 scholarships. Applications are due August 1. Applications can be picked up at the Extension Office or can be found at: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/files/2010/08/2013-4-H-Horse-Pony-Scholarship-Application.pdf

ALL H&P PROJECT LEADERS AND MEMBERS

Please make note of additions/changes made to the 2013 Sheboygan County Horse & Pony Project Handbook. Due to a growth in the Horse & Pony Project Gymkhana Classes, the Horse & Pony Project voted and has added a High Point Trophy for the class grades 3rd-5th. In addition the July Open Speed Show Bill has changed their divisions to correspond with the Fair Show Bill. Classes will be as follows:

Youth – 3rd grade – 5th Grade Junior – 6th Grade – 9th Grade Senior - 10th Grade – 13th Grade

*Reference H&P 2013 Handbook Pg. 25

Lil’ Buck ‘A’ Roo Award (NEW AWARD) Donated by Chuck & Nancy

Williams, this award is presented to the gymkhana rider grades 3rd-5th accumulating the most points at both Sheboygan County Horse Project Open Speed Show and the County Fair. This is a traveling trophy awarded at the County Fair.

Wrangler Gymkhana Award Donated by Robert and Dawn

Boehlke, this award is presented to the gymkhana rider grades 6th-9th accumulating the most points at both Sheboygan County Horse Project Open Speed Show and the County Fair. This is a traveling trophy awarded at the County Fair.

Rawhide Gymkhana Award Donated by Richard and Pam Eder,

this award is presented to the gymkhana rider grades 10th-13th accumulating the most points at both Sheboygan County Horse Project Open Speed Show and the County Fair. This is a traveling trophy awarded at the County Fair.

Please make sure to update this to your 2013 H&P Project Handbook.

MOO’S & NEWS

July 16- 4-H Dairy Workshop, 7:30 pm, at Jeff and Lea Ann Bleck Farm, N6990 Sugarbush Rd., Glenbeulah

August 12 – Dairy Barn Sheets Due Don’t forget, …project members must be in good standing within the Dairy Project in order to show at county fair. To be a member in good standing, members must attend at least one approved Dairy Project Meeting. The last opportunity is the July 16th workshop! The Sheboygan County Fair is right around the corner! Barn Assignment worksheets are included in the July 4-H General Leader packet or are available on-line at http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/4-h-dairy-project/. Forms are due to the Fair Office by August 12th. Information is needed to determine stalling at Fair, as well as, preparing the Show Book.

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Start planning for the County Fair Best Educational Display Award! Please visit http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/4-h-dairy-project/ for details! For more information, please contact Chairperson, Ron Meinnert at 920.467.3426 or at rcmeinnert@excel.net.

LIVESTOCK PROJECT NEWS July 20 - 4-H Sheep Project Workshop, 7 pm,

Plymouth Fair Park (2 points) August 13 - Livestock Challenge, 7:30 pm,

Plymouth Fair Park (2 points)-last opportunity to receive points towards qualifying for the Meat Animal Sale!

August 13 - Premier Exhibitor Test, 8:15 pm, Plymouth Fair Park (please visit http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/beef-sheep-swine-projects/ for details.

August 15 - All Out-of-County Meeting Attendance Forms for Meeting Credit due to UWEX

August 15 - Project Records for points due to UWEX

August 20 - Meat Animal Sale Pre-fair Meeting, 7:30 pm, UWEX

August 27 - County Fair Swine Final Weigh-in August 28 -County Fair Beef & Sheep Final

Weigh-in Premier Exhibitor Contest: The Premier Exhibitor Award is to recognize 4-H and/or FFA members who have shown exceptional involvement and knowledge in the beef, sheep or swine projects. Open to 4-H or FFA member with a Junior (Grades 3-9) and a Senior (Grades 10-13) division. Participants are judged 50% on test taken on August 15th and 50% on showmanship placing at county fair. The three Junior and three Senior individuals for each species with the lowest overall combined test score and showmanship placing rankings will be recognized at the Annual Sheboygan County Meat Animal Sale. Awards will be given to each of the 18 Premier Exhibitor Finalists as well as the Junior and Senior Beef, Sheep and Swine Premier Exhibitor. For more information please visit

http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/beef-sheep-swine-projects/. Project Records for Meeting Points: Complete and submit a project record by August 15th to receive either 2 or 4 points towards qualifying for the Meat Animal Sale. The project record is NOT REQUIRED, but may be completed by a 4-H or FFA member for points towards their minimum 8 points required for qualifying for the Meat Animal Sale. Project records will be returned to project members after the county fair and can be used as part of their club’s project record requirement. Project records and information can be found online at: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/beef-sheep-swine-projects/. Meeting Attendance: Don’t forget to visit Sheboygan County 4-H Beef, Sheep and Swine Website at: http://sheboygan.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-projects/beef-sheep-swine-projects/ for your up to date meeting attendance! Remember, you need a minimum of 8 points (average 4 meetings at 2 points each) with 2 points being specie specific in order to qualify for the Meat Animal Sale. If you have any questions regarding your attendance requirement, please contact Barb Limberg at baldairy@yahoo.com or 526-3607. Helping Hands Needed for Livestock Pen Set-up at 6 pm on Thursday, August 23rd at the Sheboygan County Fair Park. Many hands make light work…join us as we prepare for an exciting Fair week!

LIVESTOCK CHALLENGE Due to a scheduling conflict at the Fairgrounds, our Livestock Challenge will be moved to Tuesday, August 13th at 6:30 p.m. Same time, same place, just a different date! This is also the ONLY time you will be able to take the Premier Exhibitor test! This will follow the Challenge! Please bring your own pencils or pens with you that evening for the test! Any questions, please call Barb Limberg at 920.526.3607

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COUNTY LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAMS The Sheboygan County 4-H Senior Livestock team won their division at the NE District Animal Science Day in Shawano on June 13th. The team earned the opportunity to move on to State Competition on July 22nd. Team mebmers and their individual placings wer Kim Beck – First Indivisual, Sarah Lillisand – 4th Individual, and Derek Gabsch – 5th Individual. The Junior Team came in a close second and also earned the right to participate in the state contest. Team members and those placing in the top ten were Caden Nicolaus – 3rd Individual, Melanie Rohrborn – 5th Individual, Jared Beck – 7th Individual and Logan Beck – 9th Individual. Other members of the junior team are: Miranda Zeger, Elizabeth WImmler, Alisha Klemme, Isaac Kohlman, Braden Peter and Bryce Ladwig. The team is coached by Chad Kohlman, Bob Peter, Ed Beck and Don Mier.

MEAT ANIMAL SALE PRE-FAIR MEETING

The Meat Animal Sale Committee will be holding a Pre-Fair Meeting for all Livestock Project Members and their Parents on August 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the UW-Extension Office. We will be covering Fair Paperwork, Sale Volunteer Needs and Project Member and Parent Expectations for the Sale. Please have at least one youth and one parent from each family attend. Also, please be reminded, if you have any questions or concerns, the Meat Animal Sale Committee will be meeting on Tuesday July 10 and Wednesday, August 7 at the Plymouth High School in the Ag Room at 7:15 p.m. We welcome any thoughts, questions, ideas or concerns.

Cat Project “Mews” There is NO July project meeting but we will be going on a field trip! Details of where we are going and how to sign up will come as an email from Jennifer Potter soon. There is a Cat Project BOARD meeting on Tuesday, July 30th at 6:30 p.m. to finalize plans for the Fair Show on August 24th. As always, feel free to contact any of the board members with questions or concerns.

DOG PROJECT

Our own County Fair Dog Show will be held on August 17th! We will be getting the volunteer sign-up sheets out soon. Please remember to sign up as we can’t do it without you! Fair Papers should have been handed out at your club, if you need help filling out the proper classes or lots, please ask your trainer or a committee member. From now until show day, work with your dog at least 10-15 minutes every day. Remember, your dog always wants to see you happy, and as long as you give it your personal best you will be great!

PLANT & SOIL SCIENCE

VEGETABLE PROJECT Also, please remember that onions must be dry. It is best to start drying onions by August 1 so they’ll be ready for the Fair. And don’t forget… tomatoes must be ripe!

ARTS

4-H ARTS CAMP OCTOBER 5 - 6, 2013

If you're in Middle School, grades 6-8, you won’t want to miss 4-H Arts Camp; an exciting opportunity for you to experience music, drama, visual arts, photography, communications, and juggling!

You'll rotate through the different ‘ARTS’ tracks each day, participate in a group ‘ARTS’ experience Saturday evening, and close with a ceremony for parents and families; celebrating the results of your group Arts Camp experiences. You'll also meet new friends, participate in camp games and enjoy the great natural setting of Upham Woods, a 300-acre environmental education center on the Wisconsin River near Wisconsin Dells.

4-H Arts Camp is sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Extension and is funded through registrations and a grant from the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. The program is planned and led by

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a talented group of 4-H high school youth, assisted by UW-Extension specialists, 4-H staff and key adult volunteers. You'll learn lots of creative ideas to take home to share with your family and friends.

If you haven't been a part of the Arts Camp experience, come and see what you've been missing! Space is limited. Registration is due by September 1st. Check out the web at: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/events/artscamp/index.cfm.

E-mail or call John at 920.459.5903 or john.michels@ces.uwex.edu for more information about camper, and/or chaperone opportunities!

EXTRA…EXTRA…EXTRA

OURTOWN ORIOLES TO HOST 3RD LEMONADE STAND

TO FIGHT CHILDHOOD CANCER The Ourtown Orioles is proud to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) by hosting a lemonade stand at the 2013 Ducktona event on Sunday, July 7 from 11 am – 5 pm in Sheboygan Falls. ALSF raises money and awareness for pediatric cancer causes, primarily research into new treatments and cures. Alexandra “Alex” Scott had neuroblastoma cancer and in 2000, at the age of 4, she announced she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help the other kids with cancer at her hospital. When she died at age 8, over $1 million had been raised. As of today, ALSF has raised over $30 million towards Alex’s dream that a cure for childhood cancer be found. Many of the donations the foundation receives are from children who hold lemonade stands. Additional research and new therapies need to be found so that more children can survive the cancer and the treatment of it – better funded adult research and protocols do not work on children. ALSF awards grants to medical personnel who look for such therapies for children. Please help us find a cure for childhood cancer, one cup at a time. You can donate online

at http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/112355 or visit the lemonade stand. For more information or ways you can help, contact Kelly Rauch at 550-2004 or rauchkelly@gmail.com.

WALK TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE The lovely summer days go by so quickly, and soon it will be August! There are so many great activities being offered at this time of year, so how do you decide what to participate in? If you like to make a difference in your community, be sure to attend the 8th annual There is Hope walk for suicide awareness and prevention. Why is this cause so important? Sheboygan County’s suicide rate is higher than the national or Midwest averages, and suicide is preventable! This year’s There is Hope walk will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the scenic Sheboygan lakefront setting of Deland Park. Registered walkers participate in a non-competitive 2 mile walk along the shores of Lake Michigan. The general public and registered walkers are welcome to participate in the raffles, silent auction, bake sale, brat fry, craft activities, free chair massages, mental health bingo, music, and more. Walk registration begins at 8 a.m., with the opening ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. There is Hope is Mental Health America’s main fundraiser, and donations received help the organization provide educational programs, referrals, support groups, an emergency medication account, and other services to Sheboygan County residents at no cost. For more information or to register online (check out early bird registration fees!), visit www.mhasheboygan.org or call Mental Health America at 458.3951. We hope to see you there, supporting this important cause!