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DICKINSON COUNTY EXTENSION

SEPTEMBER 2013

September Mtg. Record Books, Officer Nomination, and Club Community Service Write-Ups Due to Club Leaders

September 7-15 Clay County Fair

September 16 Begin Re-Enrolling in 4honline!

September 26-29 Ak-Sar-Ben Livestock Show

October 1 Leader Meeting & Training

October 1-4 Classroom Recruiting Visits w/4th & 5th graders

October 6-12 National 4-H Week

October 8 4-H Open House at the Extension Office

October 12 New Volunteer Training in Spencer

Hold the Date of November 17th for the Fall Awards Program.

More details will be in next month’s newsletter with time, location, etc.

County Youth Council Olivia Albright

Alison Bueltel

Andrew Carr

Lizzi DeNoble

Gabe Goehring

Grace Goehring

Britt Hibma

Justin Jones

Tyler Krebs

Blake Mart

Liz Naviaux

Emily Resch

Bodi Rouse

Brett Salzwedel

Kristen Salzwedel

Abby Taylor

Cody Wernimont

Extension Council Steve Brueggeman

Sue Boettcher

Keith Brockmeyer

Ernie Cupp

Connie Purchase

Susan Reiser

Curt Smith

Robert VonEhwegen

Cari Wallace

Extension Staff Karen Byers

Jessica Sander

Betsy Harwood

Sandi Bueltel

Barb Utech

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Welcome Two New Staff

Please extend a 4-H Welcome to two new staff in the office. We’re excited to announce that Betsy

Harwood has been hired to coordinate the Ricochet Middle School Leadership Program that we

provide in Harris-Lake Park, Okoboji, and Spirit Lake Community School Districts. This leadership

program is offered during a class period for 9 weeks with one grade level. A second leadership level

is offered another 9 weeks, and a third level for yet another 9 weeks. Betsy will be coordinating all

three levels of leadership programming with all three districts. She will be in the office half-days in

the afternoons for us and working mornings as the new Ag. Instructor at the Spirit Lake High

School. Please join us in welcoming Betsy. Her email is bharwood@iastate.edu

Also welcome, Jessica Sander as our new County Youth Coordinator. Jessica started September

3 in her full-time position with us. She will be working with 4-H members and families, leaders, vol-

unteers, committee members, community partners, and more. Jessica may be a familiar face to

many of you. She was a former 4-H member in Dickinson County and has served as a committee

member on the horse committee for several years. Jessica’s email is jasander@iastate.edu.

Thank You to Summer Staff

We want to thank Brenda Hanson for serving as our part-time Summer Program Assistant. Brenda

was a former 4-H member in Dickinson County and current club leader for the City Slickers. Her

familiarity and experience with 4-H allowed her to jump right in to the thick of summer camps and fair

preparations. Brenda not only gave leadership to 4-H programming this past summer, but also man-

aged her own massage business. She is continuing with this business and also taking coursework to

complete her Bachelor’s degree. We wish her much luck with her business and her classes. And

extend a HUGE THANK YOU to her for sharing of her time and talents to make the best better in

Dickinson County 4-H!

Congratulations to 4-H Hall of Fame Recipients

On behalf of the Dickinson County 4-H Program, VerDon and Donna Schmidt

were recognized and inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a

ceremony at the Iowa State Fair.

We congratulate them and thank them for all of their years of dedication and

volunteerism with 4-H. What a well deserving couple. Thank you for repre-

senting Dickinson County so well.

FIND US AT: extension.iastate.edu/Dickinson

4-H PLEDGE

I PLEDGE MY HEAD TO CLEARER THINKING, MY HEART TO GREATER LOYALTY, MY HANDS TO LARGER SERVICE,

AND MY HEALTH TO BETTER LIVING, FOR MY CLUB, MY COMMUNITY, MY COUNTRY, AND MY WORLD.

Ag & Natural Resources

Madison Kueper Flower Arragement Blue

Kort VonEhwegean Corn Production Folder & Red

Poster on Corn Growing

Science, Mechanics, & Engineering

Jaden Rueter Welded John Deere Tractor Blue

Ben Meyer Fishing Rod Holder Blue

Abby Taylor Wooden Folding Chair Red

Photography

Ethan Albright Incoming Waves Blue

Josie Byers Neighbors Yard (watering can) Red

Josie Byers Neighbors Yard (frog) Blue

Josie Byers Neighbors Yard (birdhouse) Blue

Abby Eckert Mountains Blue

Abby Eckert Baseball Series Blue

Andrew Larson Marsh Cattails Blue

Emily Resch Sister Blue

Bodi Rouse Child in Grass Red

Gabby Taylor Junk Pile Medal

Dayton Willison Goat Blue

Ellie Vonehwegen Cattle Blue

Sewing and Needle Arts and Clothing

Abby Eckert Tie Dyed Shirt Red

Josie Byers Brown Knitted Ruffle Scarf Blue

Taylor Hanson Green Skirt and Matching Purse Red

Personal Development

Madison Kueper Dog Suitcase Blue

Kyle Kueper Purple and White Cupcake Stand White

Alex Pringnitz Antique Tractor Stool Renovation Red

Visual Arts

Olivia Albright Ceramic and Glass plate Red

Olivia Albright Horse Transformation drawing Red

Olivia Albright Octopus Sharpie Abstract Drawing Outstanding Exhibit

Alison Bueltel Eye Drawing Red

Alison Bueltel Goat Drawing Red

Alison Bueltel Green Pottery White

Lizzi Denoble Pottery Jar Blue

Sara Hoerichs Tree Pencil Drawing Red

Sara Hoerichs Carousel Horse Blue

Emily Resch Charcoal Barn Drawing Blue

Andi Wahl Pottery Dish Blue

Abby Eckert Painted Plate Blue

Food & Nutrition

Josie Byers Chocolate Caramel Cracker Bars Blue

Josie Byers Kit Kat Chocolate Cake Blue

Drake Ditsworth Banana Bread Blue

Jayden Gilge Pineapple Rhubarb Pie White

Nicholas Resch Fudge Blue

Alexis Stahly Pecan Pie Blue

Home Improvement

Katelyn Brockmeyer Blue Wooden Chair Red

Stacy Hibma Friends Forever Wooden Frame White

Educational Presentations

Amelia Weber Jamestown 1607 Excellence

Share the Fun

Ellie Smith Ukulele and Solo Recognition

Emily Resch Piano Solo Recognition

Liz Naviaux Pointe Dance Recognition

Iowa State Fair — Static Exhibit Results

MISSION STATEMENT 4-H EMPOWERS YOUTH TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL WORKING

Iowa State Fair — Livestock Results

Beef, Breeding

Tyler Krebs Hereford Blue

Tyler Krebs Hereford Purple

Beef, Market

Tyler Krebs Market Heifers Blue

Horse

Olivia Albright Western Pleasure (Horse only) - Exhibitor grade 10 Red

Olivia Albright Western Horsemanship (Horse or Pony) - Exhibitor grade 10 Red

Olivia Albright Pole Bending - Exhibitor grade 10-12 White

Olivia Albright Halter Geldings - Horses 8 yrs. & over Blue

Olivia Albright Barrel Racing - Exhibitor grade 10-12 White

Josie Byers Horse Showmanship - Exhibitor grade 8 Red

Josie Byers Pony Pleasure (English or Western) - Exhibitor grades 5-8 Purple

Josie Byers Hunter Under Saddle (Horse only) - Exhibitor grades 7-9 Red

Josie Byers Western Pleasure (Horse only) - Exhibitor grade 8 Purple

Josie Byers Western Horsemanship (Horse or Pony) - Exhibitor grade 8 Blue

Ashley Ogle Pole Bending - Exhibitor grade 10-12 Blue

Ashley Ogle Barrel Racing - Exhibitor grade 10-12 Red

Ashley Ogle Flags - Exhibitor grades 10-12 White

Good Luck to Clay County Fair Exhibitors Beef Dog Goat

Jackson Krebs, Tyler Krebs, Blake Mart, Jac Radcliffe Abby Eckert Alex Bosler

Kaleb Vanderpool, Dayton Willison Dayton Willison

Horse Poultry Rabbit

Ethan Alrbright, Olivia Albright , Josie Byers, Rian Byers David Bilney Cody Peck

Samantha Fodness, Allison Goehring, Becky Noah, Ashley Ogle Josie Byers Taylor Simington

Bodi Rouse, Abby Taylor, Andi Wahl Rian Byers Ellie Smith

Sheep Clothing Communications

Tyler Krebs, Greta Goodlaxson Abby Eckert

Madison Kueper Taylor Hanson

4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential

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National 4 H WEEK October 6—12

Did you know that 4H has been around since 1902? It’s true! 4H was developed in the early 1900’s when educa-

tors were recognizing the needs in the younger generation to learn about agriculture.

The universally recognized 4 leaf clover didn’t come into being until 1906. At a 1 room schoolhouse near Clarion

Iowa. Students were picking clovers during recess and when their superintendent pulled up their teacher told the

children that their clovers would be a nice gift to him. His name was O. H. Benson and he was so moved by their

thoughtful act that he declared the clover to be the new emblem of 4H!

Originally, there were separate girls and boys clubs. The boys clubs were called ‘Boys Agriculture Clubs’ and the

members could exhibit corn, garden projects, and livestock. The girls clubs were called ‘Girls Home Culture Clubs’

and they taught sewing, canning, and gardening.

Classroom Visits to Recruit 4-H Members

During National 4 H week, we will be doing some classroom visits with schools in the county. We will be sharing infor-

mation with 4th and 5th graders and encouraging them to come to the Open House at the Extension Office from 4-6:00

p.m. with their parents on October 8th. And JOIN 4-H! Here is a list of times and locations. If possible, please wear your

4-H shirt on those days to help support 4-H and put a familiar face to the program for these potential members.

Tuesday October 1st Spirit Lake 5th grade 8:45 am

Harris-Lake Park 4th & 5th grade Noon

Spirit Lake 4th grade 2:30

Wednesday October 2nd Okoboji 4th grade 2:00 pm

Okoboji 5th grade During Guidance Class Time

Leader Meeting & Training

We have a leader meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 1 from 6-8:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Expo

Center. We will be handing out premium checks from fair and collecting record books, secretary/treasurer books, and

any community service write ups from the clubs. (Remember, this is the annual audit time for secretary and treasurer

books, so even if they are not being nominated for an award, we need to collect them to review.)

Please join us for a meal and training updates from the State 4-H Office. RSVP’s are needed by Friday, September 27 at

3:00 p.m. so we plan for the meal accordingly. This is one of two required trainings for leaders during the year. There is

important information to share and we hope to see you there!

FIND US AT: extension.iastate.edu/Dickinson

Record keeping systems are due to club leaders at the September meeting. Leaders will review records and

submit them to the Extension Office by October 1 for award consideration.

We encourage every 4-Her to keep records of their projects throughout the year. This is a skill that will be utilized for

the rest of your lives in balancing a checkbook, writing a resume, and budgeting for yearly expenses. Each record

keeping system should be personalized to a way you are comfortable in keeping records, but should also be

complete enough for others to understand your

1) goals and accomplishments

2) materials used

3) financial costs/gains

4) new skills or ideas learned

5) and any photos or newspaper clippings that help tell the story of your project area(s).

Record keeping methods may include: project sheets (available in Basic, Experienced, or Advanced), video tape,

audio tape, portfolio, computerized forms, or your own creation. Forms are available online at

www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/page/record-keeping

You’ll need an award application indicating each project area you want considered for recognition. Please visit with

your leader or stop by the office to get forms and information on record keeping.

A sample outline for a record book or equivalent information submitted via video or audio tape might look like the

following:

I. RECORD BOOK COVER

a. With Your Name & Club Name

II. APPLICATION FORMS

a. Complete an application form indicating each project/award area. Slip this inside your book cover

so the leader & reviewers can easily see which awards you are applying for this year.

b. Attach a participation form for the leader to comment to you and the reviewers on your club

participation during the year.

III. TITLE PAGE

a. Include a Photo, Your Name, Age, Grade, Club, Years in 4-H

IV. YEARLY SUMMARY SHEET

a. This form summarizes your participation in activities for the year.

V. TABBED DIVIDERS

a. Labeled sections for each of your project areas. (i.e. Food & Nutrition, Photography, Sheep, etc.)

VI. WITHIN EACH TAB

a. Include a Basic, Experienced, or Advanced Project Sheet

b. Include any worksheets (Especially Livestock, Crops, Photography, & Horticulture Project Sheets)

c. Include any support materials like photos, newspaper clippings, etc…

Record Keeping Tips!

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Time to Re-Enroll in 4-H!!!

The 4-H Online System has been reset for the new 4-H year. If you plan to re-enroll in 4-H, you can start that process

now. If you know someone enrolling in 4-H for the first time, please have them stop by the office to pick up a paper

packet to complete. Assistance on how to complete the online enrollment process can be found here. tips:

FIND US AT: extension.iastate.edu/Dickinson

WANT TO KNOW MORE? FIND US AT: EXTENSION.IASTATE.EDU/4H/YOUR COUNTY NAME HERE

DuPont Pioneer Grant Opportunity

2014 CWF Trip — Watch for Online Details Sept 13

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Dickinson County, 1600 15th St. Spirit Lake, IA | 712-336-3488 | Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXTENSION.IASTATE.EDU/DICKINSON

ISU Extension and Outreach

Dickinson County

1600 15th Street

Spirit Lake, IA 51360