April John Emerson Extension Educator County Extension Director

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1 April 2016 Thank you for enrolling in one of the largest youth development programs in the world. As you get underway in 4-H, we recommend you get to know your 4-H leader. They can be of great help. 4-H is a family-oriented program, so be sure the whole family reads newsletters and other program correspondence. The Extension Office at is also a resource. WELCOME, and best wishes for a fun and constructive experience with 4-H! If you would like to include information in the 4-H Newsletter, please contact the Extension Office at You may also send information via to jremerson@purdue.edu or jacks160@purdue.edu Please LIKE us at the Purdue Extension -LaGrange County Facebook page or visit us at John Emerson Extension Educator County Extension Director 4-H is more than raising animals to show at the county fair. It is a national youth development program in which youth make new friends, experience a sense of belonging, visit new places, help others and gain new skills through hands-on learning. 4-H members acquire important life skills such as leadership, responsibility, organization, time-management and perseverance through their projects and club work. 4-H is one of the largest youth organization in the world. It is open to all youth in grades 3-12, and Future 4-H is available for children in grades 1-2. It is the policy of the Cooperative Extension Service that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to its programs and facilities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, veterans status or disability, If you need special accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Purdue University is an Affirmative Action Employer.

2 April Calendar of 4-H Meetings & Events To schedule 4-H Fairgrounds facilities, contact Carol or Junior at All 4-H meetings are open to the public Howe 4-H Club, 6:30 p.m.., Howe United Methodist Church 10 4-H Horse & Pony, Adult & Junior Committee, 6:30 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Buiilding 11 Wolcottville Can Bees 4-H Club, 7:00 p.m. Woodruff Grove UMC 12 Springfield Sidewinders & Prairie Heights Panther Pack, 7-8 p.m. Prairie Heights High School 12 4-H Club Association Directors, 7:00 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building 16 4-H Started Calf Identification, 8 10 a.m., 4-H Fairgrounds 16 Topeka Happy Workers 4-H Club, 1:00 p.m. Topeka Library 17 4-H Horse & Pony General Business Meeting, Horse Arena, 2:00 p.m. Horse Vaccination Day H Goat Club, 6:30 p.m. 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building 19 4-H Poultry, 6:00 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building H Rabbit, 7:00 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building 21 4-H Junior Leaders, 6:30 p.m. LaGrange County Office Building Stroh Sunnyspotlighters, 7:00 p.m., Stroh Church of Christ, Please enter Door 7 in the back of the church. 22 Area XI 4-H/FFA Livestock & Dairy Judging Contest, Noble County Fairgrounds, Kendallville, 8:30 a.m H ATV Free Machine Safety inspections, Hayden Honda, Kendallville, 5-7:30 p.m. 23 Area XI 4-H/FFA Horse & Pony Judging Contest, Whitley County, 8:30 a.m H ATV Free Machine Safety inspections, Hayden Honda, Kendallville, 9-2:30 p.m. May 1 4-H ATV Safety Day, 1:30 p.m., Margaret Menges home, DeKalb County 5 -- Howe 4-H Club, 6:30 p.m., Howe United Methodist Church 9 -- Wolcottville Can Bees, 7:00 p.m., Woodruff Grove UMC 10 - Springfield Sidewinders & Prairie Heights Panther Pack 4-H Clubs, 7-8 p.m. Prairie Heights High School 10-4-H Association Directors, 7:00 p.m. 4-H Fairgrounds Shelter House H Color Fun Run sponsored by the Junior Leaders, registration 9:00 a.m. Lakeland Middle School H Goat ID, 9-10 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds 14 Topeka Happy Workers 4-H Club, 1:00 p.m. Topeka Library 17 4-H Poultry, 6:00 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building H Rabbit, 7:00 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building H Junior Leaders, 6:30 p.m. Location TBA H ATV Club Ride, 1:30 p.m., Lacey s Gravel Pit Stroh Sunnyspotlighters, 7:00 p.m., Stroh Church of Christ, Please enter Door 7 in the back of the church. Find 4-H Dog Club & Shooting Sports schedules inside this newsletter HELP WANTED & APPRECIATED Qualified adults are always needed to offer guidance, support, and friendship to 4-H youth. Volunteer applicants will need to be available for an interview and a background screening inquiry. Other qualifications include interests in helping youth develop in constructive ways, contributing to the community, and offering a particular ability or expertise. Presently, volunteer leader(s) are needed for the 4-H Electric, Creative Writing, and Woodworking. Contact the Purdue Extension Office at for registration materials.

3 Useful Web Sites LaGrange County 4-H fair web site: Purdue CES LaGrange Office home page : State 4-H Department: Indiana State Fair: Indiana 4-H Foundation Home Page: National 4-H web site: Indiana 4-H Horse & Pony web site: 4-H Project Updates 4-H ers should visit the 4-H Youth Development page at the LaGrange County Extension web site, lagrange A lot of information is provided there about 4-H in general and the projects offered in LaGrange County are presented with completion and exhibit requirements. Each project has its own page. Many record sheets are also provided. The project files can be opened with Adobe Reader which most computers have pre-installed. Reader can also be downloaded for free at Families without internet access should contact us for assistance in accessing 4-H information. State Fair Funding for 4-H Clubs Again this year at the Indiana State Fair there will be 4-H Education Stations presented in various locations on the state fairgrounds. This is a great way to inform the public about 4-H education opportunities and build club treasuries at the same time. Each approved 4-H group will receive a $400 financial award to teach fair visitors about a 4-H project during a four hour time block. In recent years, the LaGrange County 4-H Dog Club has been selected as a presenting group and has reached hundreds of fair goers with the likes of Rocky, Samson, Kipper and Max. Applications are due by May 1. Contact the Extension office for more information. 4-H Project Manuals 4-H ers should not come to the Extension office to pick up project manuals. Club leaders spend a great deal of time collecting these materials at the Extension office to pass out at meetings. Please do not shortchange the time they spend on your behalf doing this. If you cannot attend a club meeting, contact your 4-H leader first and ask him or her to then notify us. 4-H Shooting Sports Rifle Schedule WHO: 4-H youth in grades 5-12 WHERE: Weaver Family Farm 4-H Source Book If you are looking for 4-H items such as clothing, office supplies, or other gifts, then check out the H Source Book. Copies are available at the Extension office, or you can visit and order with the convenience of online shopping at 4-H Membership Cards It never hurts to ask! Some businesses will give discounts to 4-H members who make purchases for their 4-H project work, but they may ask for your identification of 4-H membership. Ask your leader for a card or contact the Extension Office if you need one. DATES: Mondays & Fridays, from 6-8 p.m. Mondays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 Fridays, May 6, 13, 20, 27 Rain dates are Wednesdays May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1 COST: A $10 fee will help cover the cost of targets and ammunition. Dennis Kratz Instructors Bob Weaver Dennis Kratz, Coordinator,

4 4-H Livestock Remaining H Animal Possession & Identification Schedule SPECIE DATE & TIME LOCATION Started Calf Saturday, April 16, 8-10 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds Goat Saturday, May 14, 9-10 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds Sheep Saturday, April 30, 9-10 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds Dairy Possession by May 15 Enroll in 4-H ONLINE by May 15 Horse & Pony Possession by May 15 Enroll in 4-H ONLINE by May 15 Draft Horse Possession by May 15 Enroll in 4-H ONLINE by May 15 Poultry Meat pen birds ordered by March 15 Tentative pick up on May 31, 4-6 p.m. Cats Must be in possession by May 15 N/A Dogs Must be in possession by May 15 N/A Rabbit (All classes) Saturday, June 4, 8-11 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds, 4-H Rabbit Barn Swine Must be in possession by May 15 Enroll in 4-H ONLINE by May 15 4-H Beef, Dairy, Dairy Beef/Started Calf, Goat, Sheep & Swine participants The Indiana Board of Animal Health requires that ALL addresses housing the above animals possess a Premise ID number to trace an animal s movement history within 48 hours in an emergency situation, and to provide more rapid communication and disease control. This Prem ID has been required since September 2006 and includes 4- H animals. Many 4-H participants have already obtained this number, and youth new to 4-H can easily get one. Registration is free, relatively simple and the information required is minimal. For more information and to register your farm or location where animals are housed, contact the Extension office or the Indiana Board of Animal Health at (317) or by at animalid@boah.in.gov State Fair Exhibit Hall Workers Approximately 60 youth are hired to work in the 4-H Exhibit Hall at the Indiana State Fair. They are responsible for checking in exhibits, setting up displays, staffing Exhibit Hall, Centennial Hall, and the Ag. Hort Building, releasing exhibits, and cleaning up the buildings. These youth will be Indiana 4-H Ambassadors as they interact with over 900,000 guests visiting the Indiana State Fair. Youth are paid minimum wage and this is a terrific leadership experience. Contact us for an application at Applications are due April H Color Me Green Fun Run Saturday, May 14 at Lakeland Middle School Included with this newsletter is an entry for the 4-H Color Me Green Fun Run which will serve as both an important fund raiser for charitable causes while promoting the healthy living mission of the 4-H program at the same time. Registration begins at 9 a.m.

5 TOPS in 4-H TOPS in 4-H is recognition for youth who are deemed outstanding 4-H ers. The selection will be based upon the accumulated points recorded in their 4-H Record of Achievement (4-H 620). TOPS in 4-H selection can be repeated throughout the final years of 4-H involvement. Achievement records need to be submitted to the Extension Office by May 15. Listed below are the criteria for TOPS in 4-H candidates. Must be a sophomore by January 1 st of the current year. Must be an active member in a local 4-H club. Must apply by submitting a completed 4-H Record of Achievement (4-H 620). Must be available for radio interviews, newspaper photo opportunities and other appropriate publicity. Must volunteer as a host or hostess for at least one 4-H Fair event or show. Must conduct themselves in a manner consistent with 4-H behavioral expectations criteria. Must promote 4-H to younger members of 4-H. Must be present at 4-H Fair Opening Ceremonies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's Homework Hotline provides FREE math and science homework help to Indiana students in grades Students may call the Homework Hotline from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. toll free at ASK-ROSE. ( ) It's a FREE service and a FREE call! The program is funded by Lilly Endowment, Inc., 3M Corporation and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. DATE June 8-10 June June July 7 July 9-16 August 2-6 August 5-21 EVENT State 4-H Purdue University State 4-H Junior Leader University of Indianapolis 4-H Round Purdue University Pre 4-H Fair project judging in LaGrange County 63rd Annual LAGRANGE COUNTY 4-H FAIR State Fair Youth Leadership Conference, Indiana State Fairgrounds 2016 Indiana State Fair Essential Elements of 4-H Youth Development BELONGING...caring, supportive relationships with other youth and adults. MASTERY...the development of skills, competence, and self-confidence through 4-H projects. INDEPENDENCE.self-motivation, thinking for oneself, and leadership opportunities. GENEROSITY...understanding that we are part of a larger world through giving back and service to others.

6 . True wealth is having what money can t buy. Garth Brooks 2016 National Volunteer Week April Wanted Junior Leaders 4-H members who are in the 7 th grade or above and who have completed a club project are eligible for Junior Leader membership. The group works to build friendships, competency, leadership, and a better community through 4-H. JOIN US TODAY!! National Volunteer Week presents us with an excellent opportunity to thank the many adults who make 4-H a great educational opportunity for youth and families. The entire program depends on the people who willingly donate their valuable time and talent to the youth of LaGrange County. For all you do THANK YOU!! April H Dog Club Schedule DATE & TIME FOR EACH LEVEL Saturday, April 2, 8:00, 9;15, Beginners 10:15 Saturday, April 9, 8:00, 9;15, Beginners 10:15 Saturday, April 16, 8:00, 9;15, Beginners 10:15 Tuesday, April 19, 6 p.m. Thursday, April 21, 6 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 8:00, 9;15, Beginners 10:15 LOCATION 4-H Community Building 4-H Fairgrounds Pavilion 4-H Fairgrounds Pavilion 4-H Fairgrounds Pavilion 4-H Fairgrounds Pavilion 4-H Fairgrounds Pavilion Future 4-H Dog participants may attend any session to assist families with siblings. Questions can be directed to Sharrita Carpenter at or Sharon Heare at , 4-H Shooting Sports ARCHERY Schedule All meetings will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. in the 4-H Sheep Barn May: 17, 19, 24, 26, and 31 June: 2, 7, and 9 The archery shoot off will be on Saturday, June 11 from 11-1 Please be sure to LIKE the LaGrange County 4-H Shooting Sports Facebook page. This is where families will be notified if an archery activity has been cancelled or changed. For questions please contact Shay Owsley at LaGrange County Junior Golf Clinic Young golfers in grades 3-12 should mark their schedules for the week of June for the summer golf program again this year at Heron Creek. The lessons are geared to beginners and there is no cost to participate. Registrations and detail to follow.

7 4-H Trips & Summer Workshops Purdue University Listed in this section are the many educational opportunities available through 4-H and Purdue Extension. The LaGrange County 4-H Club Association sponsors the registration cost for members on a one-time basis, then families are expected to contribute half the cost for subsequent trips. Sponsored registration covers housing and most meals. Parents should note that a three-day career event at a Big Ten School is a terrific opportunity. Unless otherwise noted, programs are conducted at Purdue University. Applications and payments are due in the Extension Office by May 10. A $40 deposit reserves the trip. It will be refunded after the trip only if the youth participates. All trips are subject to funding availability. Don t let these opportunities pass you by! The Science of Flight Workshop June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Build model rockets and planes, take a ride in a small airplane, and talk to staff and faculty as you learn about the principles of flight and career opportunities. (Limited to first 25 applicants.) Animal Sciences Workshop June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Learn scientific principles of Animal Sciences, increase awareness of Animal Industry Issues and learn about career opportunities in animal agriculture. Food and companion animals, animal products, health and biosciences (Individual workshops are limited to 40 participants). NEW!! Exploring Health Careers June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Students will experience presentations, field trips and hands on activities related to nursing, emergency medical services, athletic training and more! Students will also become CPR certified during the workshop! Limit 14 Food Science and Nutrition Workshop June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Work with Purdue faculty in their laboratories to find out how corn is processed to make cheese puffs, why juice in juice boxes doesn t spoil, how low-calorie food is made, and how food appearance affects taste. (Limit: 50 applicants.) P.I.N.E. (Plants, Insects, Natural Resources, and Environment) June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Work with Purdue faculty and staff to learn about plants, insects, bioenergy and other natural resources. Participants will choose from a variety of 4-H project areas including beekeeping, crops, entomology, floriculture, forestry, geology, lawn & garden, plant science, small graints, soil & water conservation, weeds, weather, and wildlife. NOTE: Project areas offered will vary from year to year depending on instructor availability. (NO Limit on participants) Spread the News! June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Do you like to be the first to share important news and information with others? Do you like to be creative and write, draw or shoot photographs? Are you interested in a career in communication or journalism? If so, this workshop might be for you. Participants will use computers and cameras to develop news stories and photos for print and social media while exploring the vast array of careers for professional communicators. Limit: 15 STEM it UP! June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Learn about new & exciting STEM careers & related real world applications. Delegates will see the role technology plays in their lives, while also exposing them to the many educational & career opportunities with fun hands on activities & much more! -- Computer Science Electric Engineering Robotics

8 4-H Summer Trips & Workshops Continued Renewable Energy June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Hands on experience with cutting edge renewable energy technologies like biofuel and biochar production and wind turbine experimentation with exciting field trips to renewable energy destinations. Citizenship June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Learn how local and state governments work, how you can have an impact on issues, and opportunities available internationally through 4-H and beyond. Show Me the Money June 8-10 Grades 9-12 Learn the essentials of financial management from the best network of financial professionals in the state. Experience a full day of real life financial transaction adventures in Lafayette and come away with new tools to make your financial goals a reality. Electric Workshop June 8-10 Age: Electric Division III and above The 4-H Electric Workshop is designed to provide youth with an opportunity to explore, through hands-on learning experiences, different kinds of switches and receptacles, learn how to use different meters and build electrical units. State Junior Leader Conference June H Junior Leaders in Grades 9-12 Where: University of Indianapolis. Content: The conference focuses on developing leadership, understanding of group dynamics and an awareness of self and others. It is carried out with the guidance of the State 4-H Junior Leader Council members elected at each conference to conduct the next year's program. There is one statewide conference planned annually for high school students who have completed grades Great Fun!! Transportation: participant responsibility area delegates may be able to share rides. Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference August 2-6 Grades 9-12 Where: Indiana State Fair Application due: July 1 The Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference is for young men and women who have completed grades 9-12 with or without 4-H backgrounds. The conference is held during the Indiana State Fair and is sponsored by the Indiana State Fair Board, the Cooperative Extension Service and local county sponsors. Delegates may be nominated by the local county Cooperative Extension Service. ISFYLC provides young men and women with leadership experiences through a mock legislative session, leadership activities, and other events. The conferences program offers leadership training in group dynamics and self-government, shared leadership and cooperation. Transportation: Participant responsibility may be able to share with other area delegates. State 4-H Round-Up June Grades 7-8 Join hundreds of teen 4-H youth from throughout the state and make new friends, explore a college campus, learn about careers, experience more of the 4-H program and see the State 4-H Band, 4-H Chorus, and Area 4-H Performing Arts winners. Delegate Cost: Free ($40 deposit required for registration) Sponsored by the LaGrange County 4-H Club Association for 7 th and 8 th graders who have not attended before. Most trips may be attended only once except for those which may be repeated by a delegate if they choose a different category or species from previous trips. This does not apply to leadership conferences. ** Please note most 4-H Academy workshop categories have limited, first-come, first-served enrollment limits.

9 2016 LaGrange County 4-H Trip Application Due to Purdue Extension by May 10, 2016 NAME BIRTH DATE / / GENDER ADDRESS PHONE CURRENT SCHOOL GRADE # YEARS IN 4-H T-SHIRT SIZE DIRECTIONS: Please refer to the section describing the various trips and pay special attention to dates, ages, costs and other restrictions that may apply. Rank your top 3 choices by 1, Turn a completed form into the Extension Office by May 10, 2016 along with the deposit for your first choice. MAKE SURE OF YOUR PLANS TO ATTEND AND THEN SIGN UP EARLY. Most workshops have a registration limit. No refunds can be made after May 15th. Rank Educational Trip Trip Date Member Deposit Animal Sciences Workshop (please rank) GRADES 9-12 Food Animal 1: Beef/ Dairy/Sheep/Goats Food Animal 2: Swine/Poultry/Rabbits/Aquaculture Horse & Companion Animals: Horse/Dog/Cat/Lama/Zoo animals Animal Science: Animal Products Animal Science: Animal Health Animal Science: Animal Bio-Science June 8-10 $40.00 Citizenship in 4-H Start Local.Go Global! GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 Exploring Health Careers GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 Food Science and Nutrition Workshop GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 P.I.N.E. Workshops (Plants, Insects, Natural Resources, Environment ) GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 Renewable Energy Workshop GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 The Science of Flight Workshop GRADES 9-12 June 8-10 $40.00 Show Me the Money GRADES 9-12 Principles of Financial Management Spread the News GRADES 9-12 Careers in Journalism STEM it UP! GRADES 9-12 Science/Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Electric State Junior Leader Conference (must be a Junior Leader in Grades 9-12) This program is conducted at the University of Indianapolis June 8-10 $40.00 June 8-10 $40.00 June 8-10 $40.00 June $40.00 State 4-H Round-Up GRADES 7-8 June $40.00 State Fair Youth Leadership Conference GRADES 9-12 This program is conducted at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Apply by July 1 August.2-6 $40.00

10 PURDUE UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE 114 West Michigan St. Suite 10 - County Office Building LaGrange, IN LaGrange County Cooperating with U.S. Department of Agriculture FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY NONPROFIT ORG. U. S. POSTAGE PAID LaGrange, Indiana Permit No. 138 Change Service Requested Enclosed Inside Color Me Green Fun Run Summer 4-H Trips & Workshop Application Enrollment Forms Other Schedules