McDonald County 4-H News

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1 (417) JUNE 2018 Michael D. Coffey 4-H Youth Specialist Eli Jones 4-H Youth Associate H Council President Danita Keaton Vice President Courtney Keaton Secretary Kyla Moore Treasurer Tiffany Lewis UPCOMING EVENTS indicates Deadline JUNE May 30-June 1 State 4-H Congress *1 State Poultry Day Due *2 Newton Exhibit Apps. Due 9-10 Counselor Training Member Camp Member Camp 2 17 State Poultry Day Clover Kids Camp Teen Camp Public speaking Academy 23 Lucky Clover Swim Party JULY Newton County Fair McDonald County Fair July 26 OEF Begins July 17 Reg. Achievement Day AUGUST 4 OEF Ends 9-19 Missouri State Fair SEPTEMBER 22 State Fashion Revue 29 State Public Speaking McDonald County 4-H News Committed to Excellence in Youth Development It s hard to believe that we re rapidly approaching the half way point of The busyness of summer is just about upon us, and wanted to offer a reflection of the holiday that s just past, Memorial Day. Memorial Day has its roots in our American history at the conclusion of the Civil War when General John A Logan, commander of the Grand Army of the Republic issued a decree that May 30th should become a national day of commemoration for the more than 620,000 soldiers killed in the recently concluded war. At the larger level it helps me to remember that there is nothing in this life that is free. It pays to remember that in so many ways. If you re being offered something for free by a friend of a peer, you might want to examine it to see what kind of hidden strings might be attached. In our civic life, the same thing holds true. If something is being offered as free you can bet that someone else will be paying for the privilege of it being free to someone else. On this Memorial Day I would encourage you to remember that the freedoms we so cherish aren t free, but cost us all dearly and some ultimately. There are very few nations on this earth that have the opportunities that we many times take for granted. The ability to pursue an education and to better our standing in life, the ability to publicly disagree with the positions our government officials take, or even the freedom to travel without hindrance all are privileges enjoyed by very few. So let s take a moment to offer a simple thank you to those that stand in the gap on our behalf, which includes not just military personnel but law enforcement and emergency workers as well. My hat goes off and I hope yours does to, to those that pay the price of freedom that we enjoy. I hope you had a good holiday, and are ready to get busy as camp and fair season are now upon us. I look forward to seeing you University of Missouri, Lincoln University, U.S. Department of Agriculture & Local University Extension Councils Cooperating University Outreach and Extension does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran in employment or programs. around the clover. Mike Coffey Regional 4-H Specialist Newton County Program Director 1

2 ATTENTION: Club Reporters: Club news Send your 4-H Club news to: Eli Jones at Or mail to: P.O. Box 336 Pineville, MO county NEWs 4-H Camp We hope you have your registration in for 4-H Camp and are planning to join us for a great time at Camp Smokey at Roaring River. If you haven t there is still time. Registrations are due May 15, but we will take late-comers if there is room. Our theme this year is THE FUTURE. Remember, if you are a 4-H member in Newton or McDonald County, you get camp at half price, courtesy of your 4-H council.. Hope to see you there! ATTN: Camp Counselors There will be a counselor training overnight camp at Camp Smokey on Saturday Sunday, June Staff are hoping to give you the skills you need to be the best counselor you can be. We look forward to working with you to and having another great camp. Thanks for volunteering to help make camp a great experience for our younger members. We couldn t do it without you! County Fairs The Newton County Fair will be held July 11-14, Fair-books are available from your club leader or in the Extension Office. McDonald County Fair will be July McDonald County fair-books can be accessed online at Hard copies will be available, as well. Indoor exhibits will be accepted at Newton County Fair on July 10 from 8-noon. McDonald County Fair indoor exhibits will be accepted on July 19 from 8noon. Both will close down at noon and judging will follow directly. Attention: There was a misprint in the Newton County fair book. Exhibits come in Tuesday July 10th, instead of Monday. Splitlog 4-H Club Splitlog 4-H Club met on Monday, May 21st at Splitlog Baptist Church. There were 12 people in attendance. The pledges were given and a prayer was said to begin the meeting. The club talked about their upcoming trip as a club to the new aquarium at Bass Pro in Springfield, MO. A date and time was picked. Next, the club discussed 4-H camp and dates for the event. At the end of the meeting an arts and craft demonstration was done by Rhett Keaton and Keaton Moore. The whole club got to try the demonstration. The meeting was then adjourned and snacks were handed out. Regional news 4-H Camp Heads up on Southwest Regional 4-H Camp for all our potential campers. This year s theme is The Future Counselor Training June 9-10 Members Camp 1 June Members Camp 2 June Clover Kids Camp June Teen Camp June Camp is a warm spot on the horizon. A place to have fun, learn leadership, make friends and experience new things. Regional Achievement Day SW Missouri 4-H ers will come together for Regional Achievement Day on Tuesday, July 17, This event will be held at Avilla Baptist Church in Avilla, MO. We like having our county represented well at this regional event! Ozark Empire Fair (OEF) The 82ndOzark Empire Fair will be held on July 26August 4 in Springfield, MO. This is a regional fair for the whole SW region to compete and participate in. For more information you can go to: Dates to remember as we approach OEF: May 15- DNA forms for hogs, goats and lambs due June 15 OEF livestock and Gold Buckle Extravaganza entries due July 2 Poultry and rabbit deadline July Gold Buckle Extravaganza July 21 Gold Buckle Gala Page 2

3 Youth Futures Conference July 16-19, 2018 University of Missouri Are you thinking of college? Do you have lots of questions? If you answered yes to these questions, then consider this exciting four day conference! You will have a campus experience with overnight stays on the University of Missouri-Columbia and Lincoln University campuses. You'll stay in college dorms so you can get the feel of what it's like to live on campus. Learn about financial aid, Attend workshops, Attend social events, Take practice ACT tests, Discover student programs, Learn enrollment procedures, Participate in panel sessions, Visit MU and LU colleges (such as Engineering and Journalism) To apply, contact Donna Garcia at garciadm@missouri.edu or STATE NEWs 4-H MFA Saddle Award The award is given to the Missouri 4-H member age 14 years and older participating in the Missouri 4-H horsemanship program who demonstrates knowledge and skills in horsemanship and horse science, the ability to share the knowledge and skills with other members and the commitment to better their community. Applications must be postmarked by July 6 and submitted to: JOANN Rewards Program Save 15% with JOANN 4-H REWARDS! Current and lifetime members, parents of members, volunteers and 4-H staff can save 15% off total in-store and online purchases everyday with 4-H Rewards. JOANN will give a minimum of 2.5% of every eligible transaction to support 4-H programming. Sign up here: MFA Saddle Award, State 4-H Office, 1110 S College Ave, Columbia, MO To find out more visit: Aerospace Camp Missouri 4-H collaborates with Missouri S&T to conduct Aerospace Camp on July for youth ages The camp is full of hands-on fun learning about what it takes to be an astronaut or in the aeronautics profession. The cost is $395 and includes lodging, meals, and program materials. There is not a registration deadline, but the camp fills quickly. Visit: aerospace/ to get more information about Aerospace Camp. You will also find other youth camps at MS&T at this web page summercamps/ 3

4 FilmFest 4-H FilmFest 4-H is a national film festival. It is for youth who are filmmakers, visual artists, aspiring actors, and for those who are just interested in meeting other creative people! FilmFest helps youth become producers, not just consumers, of digital media. This Film Festival will be held on July 29-August 1 in Columbia, Missouri. Passes for event will be available to purchase after April 16, For more information regarding the Film Festival or to purchase passes go to You do not have to be enrolled in project area to attend! State Public Speaking September 29 The state web site has been updated with rules for 2018 at: Repeat Competitors: For Intermediates and Seniors, first place finishers from a previous year may not compete in that same category a second time, until they advance to the next age division. Until that time they will have to compete in another category. This restriction does not apply to Juniors. Interpretations: there are painful moments of history that are important to remember that are great material for dramatic Interpretation at this contest, however, with an audience that includes small children, depictions of things like beatings, torture, child deaths, genocide are not appropriate for State 4-h Public Speaking Contest. Finally, because we are using 4HOnline for registration, there are no longer limits on how many youth from any one county can compete! Public Speaking Academy June 20-21, 2018 at CMU Campus, Fayette Youth who participate at this exciting invitational event are guided through the basics and finer points of writing and delivering a speech, in a noncompetitive setting. The Public Speaking Academy is open to all youth ages years of age who are interested in learning more about public speaking. One does not have to be a 4-H member to attend, but academy spaces are limited to a maximum of 20 and will be filled on a "first come" basis. The academy takes place at the Central Methodist University campus, with caring adult chaperones there to help every step of the way. Registration is due May 17 and can be accessed at public-speaking-academy Missouri State Fair The Missouri State Fair will be August 9-19 in Sedalia, Missouri. Dates to remember for State Fair: May 15 DNA card due for barrows June 15 Lamb and meat goat nose prints due June 30 Livestock entry deadline Aug 18 Sale of Champions For more information about the Missouri State Fair go to: State 4-H Fashion Revue State Fashion Revue will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Columbia. You must qualify at county level to go. If you decide to go represent your county at a state event, the council will reimburse the entry fee to you. You register for this event through 4honline. What is State 4-H Fashion Revue? State 4-H Fashion Revue is a competitive event for 4-H youth. Although it is preferred that youth be enrolled in 4-H clothing, textile, knit, or crochet projects, the State Revue is open to any 4-H member that is selected as a winner of a county 4-H Fashion Revue. County rules or policies determine local project enrollment requirements. During county and state 4-H Fashion Revues, youth have the opportunity to demonstrate what they've learned about clothing construction, consumerism, appearance, grooming habits, clothing selections and more. 4-H youth that were selected as winners of county 4 -H Fashion Revue events during 2018 are eligible to participate in the State 4-H Fashion Revue on September 22 at the University of Missouri- Columbia. In addition to attending fun, educational workshops, youth will participate in a session where an adult expert judges their made and purchased garment. Lunch will be at Waters Auditorium and a fashion show will be held at Missouri Theater near the MU Campus. Page 4

5 University of Missouri Extension McDonald County 306 Harmon St. Pineville, MO Materials Crafts knife Clover Kids Corner Colorful Kite Two flat sticks: 1/2x3/8x42 inches and 1/2x3/8x38 inches String or twine: at least 60 feet Glue Vellum or paper: 45 x 45 inches Pencil Paint, glitter glue sticks, crayons, and colorful markers Crepe paper and ribbons in various sizes Fast-drying glue Instructions Ask an adult to use a crafts knife to carve a lengthwise notch 1/4 inch deep into both ends of each stick. Notches should be deep enough to tightly hold the string, as shown. Place the middle of the short stick over the long stick about 9 inches from one end of the long stick. Where the sticks intersect, tie them together with string. Knot; cut excess string. Add glue for extra holding power. Starting at the top, thread string through each notch all the way around; repeat, keeping string taut. Finish at the top and tie a knot but don't cut the string. This is the kite's frame. To make the bridle (where you'll attach the flying string), draw the knotted string back from the top and tie it off where the sticks intersect. Cut the string, leaving a 3-inch tail. Place the frame flat onto the vellum or paper, and lightly draw an outline of the kite frame, adding 3/4 inch all the way around. The extra eventually will be folded over the string and glued. With scissors, cut out the sail, then set the frame aside until the sail is decorated. Use paint, glitter, crayons, and markers to decorate the sail. When the decorating is finished, allow 10 minutes to dry. Place the frame flat against the sail. Pour fast-drying glue onto the edges of the sail, and fold edges over the string. Allow to dry for five minutes. Tie the remainder of your string to the bridle tail to create a flying string. Use crepe paper and/or ribbon to make a kite tail. Visit: Check out our county webpage at: mcdonald State webpage at: Page 5