THANK YOU! 4-H COUNTY SCHOLARSHIPS. Deadline is June 1, 2016 No exceptions. DON T FORGET

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1 FOCUS ON 4-H A l l e g a n y C o u n t y, M D THANK YOU! May/June 2016 UPCOMING EVENTS May 2 ALL Livestock Registrations, County Bred Entry Cards, Bred & Owned Entry Cards, Horse, Chicken, Rabbit Registrations, Breeding/ Performance Leases for all animals exhibiting at fair both breeding and market! 7 to 8 MD Sheep & Wool Festival 21 4-H/FFA District Livestock Show, Garrett County 30 Memorial Day, UME Closed June 1 County scholarship applications due to 4-H Office. 1 MD 4-H Foundation scholarship applications due. 7 Record Book workshop, 6:30 p.m Camp Algawa MD 4-H Teen Congress Livestock tagging Over 180 animals were tagged on Saturday, April 23 at the fairgrounds. Thank you to all the volunteers/parents who assisted with the tagging process. Achievement Night Dinner Over 100 members, volunteers and family members attended the annual dinner on Sunday, April 24. Thank you to everyone for spending their Sunday afternoon with us and helping with clean up following the dinner. Also, thank you to Kevin Kamauf, Fairgrounds Manager, for assisting us with arrangements for both events. We truly appreciate all your efforts and our program would not be a success with out you. 4-H COUNTY SCHOLARSHIPS Applications for the 2016/2017 academic year are now available. 4-H members planning to continue their education after high school and returning students are encouraged to apply. Applications are available at the UME Office, by ing jparrish@umd.edu, or at Deadline is June 1, 2016 No exceptions. DON T FORGET ALL Livestock Registrations, County Bred Entry Cards, Bred & Owned Entry Cards, Horse, Chicken, Rabbit Registrations, Breeding/Performance Leases for all animals exhibiting at fair, both breeding and market, are due May 2. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.

2 1 Year of Service: Charles Airesman, Jr. Debbie Broadwater Cathy Cimaglia Jill DiNola Cassy Hershberger Duane Hunt Melanie Hunt Rita Lapinski Sarah Llewellyn Rebecca Mahovich Megan Mathews Elizabeth McKenzie Leah Odom Antoinette Richards Ramon Rozas Jordyn Schry Katrina Shewbridge Claudia Shuttleworth Krista Smith Eric Stevens Raymond Weston ACHIEVEMENT DINNER Outstanding 4-H ers: Juniors: Isabella Martin and C.J. Humbertson Intermediates: Brenna Jackson and Carl Eckard Seniors: Sierra Price and Isaac Houser Best 4-H Stories: Junior Bailey Thompson Intermediate Ben Northcraft Senior Alicia Jackson Best First-Time Record Book: Margaret Komatz Best Overall Record Book: Olivia Young Diamond Clover: Level 1 Amethyst Bo Berg 5 Years of Service: Barbara Castle Gary Fox Robin Fox Ronald Frye Darrin Hott Tonya Martin Kerry Puffinburger Jennifer Ravenscroft Alan Robey, Sr. Beverly Robey Larry Robey Mary Robey Cynthia Speis James Speis 10 Years of Service: Peggy Platt 20 Years of Service: Calvin Ott 25 Years of Service: Portia Blank 30 Years of Service: Eddie Ott Level 2 Aquamarine Maria Eckard Reed Jackson Charles O Boyle William O Boyle Level 4 Sapphire Carl Eckard Level 5 Emerald Tyler Jackson Honorary 4-H Member: Darrin Hott Friend of 4-H: Kemp Lodge #154

3 4-H RECORD BOOKS Congratulations to the following members for submitting 4-H record books for 2015: Juniors: Bo Berg Catherine Cessna Holden Cessna Maria Eckard Keith Fairgrieve Abigail Grove Jarrett Holliday Kaitlynn Holliday Makenna Holliday Heidi Houser Christian Humbertson Lillie Humbertson Reed Jackson Jasmyn Knight Joseph Kovach Nathan Kovach Isabella Martin Bryliee Miller Grace Miller Charles O Boyle Andrew Paxton Harley Smith Lindsey Ternent Bailey Thompson Logan Westfall Kolton Whorton Brienne Willison Alexandrea Yantz Intermediates: Emily Book Dylan Cessna Kylee Cessna Lucas Cessna Zane Cessna Carl Eckard Zachary Flinn Makensie Headley Eden Houser Brenna Jackson Tyler Jackson Olivia Klemm Kara McCusker Madalyn Miller Jeremiah Mudge Lydia Mudge Benjamin Northcraft William O Boyle Kelsey Price Wyatt Robosson Johnna Slider Cassidy Stickel Hailey Ternent Brianna Westfall Logan Wolfe Seniors: Brody Anderson Jessica Appel Felicia Blubaugh Rebekah Book David Cessna Makayla Donahoe Erika Fairgrieve Danielle Flinn Audrey Houser Isaac Houser Alicia Jackson Kayla Kimmell Michael Knight Margaret Komatz Kolby McCusker Emily McKenzie Jacob Mehle Anna Mudge Elizabeth Mudge Jacob Paxton Sierra Price Ashley Ravenscroft Nathan Shryock Matthew Straw Cheyenne Willison Olivia Young Clover Books: Dusty Berg Emma Decker Sophia Decker Savanna Kimble Colton Scarlett Gabriell Scarlett Participation: Abigail Decker Gabrielle Decker Emma Dudley Malakia May Paige Wilt

4 4-H SHOW & SALE ATTIRE 1. No farm names or other identification shall appear on show uniforms. 2. No hats are to be worn in show or sale ring. 3. Safe, appropriate attire, including footwear is required at all times. 4. Jewelry does not qualify as a neckpiece due to safety reasons. The following show attire is required for all shows, fitting and showing, and the livestock sale. Dairy Goats and Dairy Cattle: 4-H Boys: White slacks, white collared shirt with green, or black tie. 4-H Girls: White slacks/skirt, white collared shirt w/ green / black neck piece. Beef Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Meat Goats, Rabbits, and Chickens. 4-H Boys: Tan or green slacks, white or tan collared shirt, with green or black tie. 4-H Girls: Tan or green slacks or skirt, white or tan collared shirt with green or black neck piece. Horses: Boys and Girls: Appropriate riding clothes and head gear. DRESS FOR SUCCESS Please remember to dress appropriately when representing 4-H at fair, public events, photographs for the newspaper, etc. Avoid clothing and accessories that: Depict the use of weapons Are obscene, defamatory or contain profanity Promote the use of tobacco, drugs, alcohol or other harmful products. \ FAIR REQUIREMENTS QUALITY ASSURANCE 4-H ers are required to complete the online training program when they reach each 4-H age division (Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), Seniors (ages 14-18) all as of January 1 of the current year OR when as Intermediate and Senior 4-H members, they choose to show a new species since last completing the program within their age division. Members may go directly to the AH&QA program at The program must be completed using Firefox, Chrome or Safari web browsers. The program is not supported by Internet Explorer. Upon completion of the program, members will have an opportunity to print a Certificate of Completion for their records. County 4-H staff will receive notification when members have completed the AH&QA training. Members MUST complete the AH&QA training no later than July 1, HORSE STANDARDS This must be completed by all horse exhibitors (who have not completed previously) by July 1, There are Knowledge Levels and Riding Levels. You only need to take each level once. Knowledge levels are required for all horse exhibitors. These exams can be taken at our office Monday Friday, 8:00 to 4:30 p.m. Please call or to schedule the tests. A study guide can be found here: under Study Materials. Riding levels are required for all horse exhibitors who plan to participate in riding classes. Dates are being scheduled in May. Call the office or jparrish@umd.edu for information. WESTERN MARYLAND 4-H/FFA DISTRICT SHOW The Western Maryland 4-H/FFA District Show is one of the four regional Spring Livestock Shows for Maryland 4-H and FFA members. Although this show is judged, it is designed as a learning experience. District Show is scheduled for May 21, 2016 at the Garrett County Fairgrounds. Entry deadline is May 13, Registration available at: extension.umd.edu/sites/default/files/_docs/wmddistrict% 20show%20book% pdf

5 ANIMAL SCIENCE NEWS JUNIOR SHEEP & GOAT SKILLATHON MARYLAND 4-H CONGRESS 2016 The premier leadership event for Maryland 4-Hers ages 13 to 18 will be held June 26 to 30 at the University of Maryland, College Park. Experience the University of Maryland Live in student residence halls Learn new skills Share your talents Build your 4-H resume Explore opportunities Make new friends Have fun! Career tracks include: Animal Science Architecture and Design Communication and Leadership Engineering Health and Wellness Plant and Environmental Science This year's skillathon will be held Sunday, May 8 at the Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friendship, Maryland. Once again, the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival (Maryland Sheep Breeders Association) will be hosting the event. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. The contest will start at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided (donation suggested). Awards will be given out around 1 p.m. Parking is free. There is no entrance fee to the festival. The contest will be held in the dining hall. The contest is open to individuals and teams (3-4) of youth ages 8 to 18. Youth will compete according to their 4-H ages. The Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival will provide ribbons and premiums to the top 10 individuals in each age group (Junior, 8-10; Intermediate, 11-13; and Senior, 14-18) and t-shirts to members of the top 3 teams in each age division. All stations will pertain to sheep and goats -- all aspects (meat, fiber, and dairy). Additional information can be found at skillathon/c21eg. A set of online quizzes is available for study at Pre-registration is requested, especially for teams. Team members should be from same county or program. To pre-register, send name(s) and contact information to Susan Schoenian at sschoen@umd.edu. The pre-registration deadline is May 1. POTOMAC STATE COLLEGE LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST Members of Allegany County 4-H recently participated in the Lilvestock Judging Conest at Potomac State University. The team received 2nd High Overall Junior Team. Team members (left to right) were: Maria Eckard, Carl Eckard, Holden Cessna, and Charlie O Boyle. William O Boyle also competed as a senior in the individual contest. 4-Hers must be 4-H age 13 or older and actively enrolled in 4-H. For more information, contact Lacie at or lashby@umd.edu.

6 Camp Algawa Sunday, June 26 to Thursday, June 30, 2016 Open to youth Ages 8 to 15 (by January 1, 2016) STATE EVENT POSSIBILITIES Maryland 4-H has many competitive events. Check them out and let Lacie know if you would be interested. Animal Science Events Dairy Bowl Dairy Judging Dog Bowl Dairy Goat Judging Hippology Horse Judging Horse Communication Horse Bowl Egg Preparation Poultry & Egg Judging Avian Bowl Livestock Judging Livestock Skillathon Rabbit Judging Engineering Events Bicycle Safety Lawn Tractor Tractor Operator Safety Small Engine Electric Computer Robotics Other Events Horticulture Judging Fashion Revue 4-H Presents! Public Speaking Exciting things are being planned for the week, including classes in marksmanship, environmental studies, canoeing, archery, crafts, recreation, campfires, food, fun and new friends. The Camp is an educational activity of the Garrett, Allegany, & Washington 4-H programs with instructors and counselors volunteering their time. The Camp is situated beside a 20-acre lake that is used for swimming and canoeing. There are 12 cabins, sleeping 12 campers each, plus a Lodge Hall, dining hall, showers, Nature Center, challenge course, basketball court, archery and riffle ranges and miles of hiking trails. The Western Maryland 4-H Center is an American Camp Association Accredited facility and program. Information and registration form available at: MARYLAND 4-H SCHOLARSHIPS Eligible Maryland 4-H students can apply for a Maryland 4-H Foundation scholarship. Each applicant may only receive one (1) scholarship per year for two (2) years before becoming ineligible to apply. To be considered for any of the Maryland 4-H Foundation Scholarships, a completed application must be received at the Maryland 4-H Office on or before June 1, No applications will be accepted by fax. Sorry, no exceptions. For information on Maryland 4-H scholarships, visit: scholarships

7 4-H IN THE NEWS!! Submit your photos and articles to by the following dates: February 18; April 18; June 18; August 18; October 18; December 18. ROBOTICS PREPARATION The ASTAR 4-H Club had a Lego sorting day in February to kickstart their new robotics season. Pictured are: Jacob Mahovich, Nichole Airesman and mentor, Charlie Airesman. Seven members also attended a robotics challenge training in Columbia, MD. Pictured are: Emmaline Speis, and Liam McKenzie COMMUNITY SERVICE Members from the Busy Bees, Capering Kids, Paws N Pals, High Rock and Hare Raisers 4-H clubs volunteered at the Cumberland Easter Egg Hunt on Good Friday. They assisted with the egg hunt and the animal stations. Pictured is Kelsey Price. Members of the High Rock 4-H Club visited a local nursing home and shared rabbits with the residents. Pictured are Felicia Blubaugh, Lydia Mudge, Elizabeth Mudge and Jeremiah Mudge. LEGOS AND LIVESTOCK The 4-H Livestock Club did an activity which consisted of building a structurally correct animal with Legos during their April meeting. Members from left to right: Cheyenne Willison; Keith Fairgrieve; Garrett Slider; Erika Fairgrieve; Matt Straw; Lily Humbertson; Kevin Humbertson, Jr.; Brienne Willison; Nathan Shryock; Zane Cessna; Holden Cessna and Kylee Cessna.

8 RECYCLED T-SHIRT IDEA TEE SHIRT TOTE MAY BIRTHDAYS! David Cessna Alexis Dom Emma Dudley Maria Eckard Eli Holfacker Alicia Jackson Olivia Klemm Phoebe Shuttleworth JUNE BIRTHDAYS! Nicole Airesman Bo Berg Joshua Bucy Elijah Butzer Catherine Cessna Christian Cimaglia Kyla Farris Silas Hocherl Jacob Hunt Brenna Jackson Jonah Knight Michael Knight Kara McCusker Ashley Ravenscroft "4-H is about building better citizens, teaching values and developing the skills necessary to leading a good and profitable life. And it doesn't matter if you're from a farm environment or from a big city. 4-H worked for me and I've continued to work for it." - Orville Redenbacher This Tee Shirt Tote is a great way to recycle tee shirts that you have outgrown or just don t wear anymore. It gives a new life to an old friend and helps to reduce the number of plastic bags you need when you go shopping. Supplies Regular Tee Shirt Fabric Scissors Needle and thread or fabric glue Pony beads (optional) Instructions: 1. Using fabric scissors, cut the sleeves off the tee shirt. Cut a scoop out of the front and the back of the neck. The fabric left will be the handles. 2. Cut the hem off the bottom. 3. There are several ways to finish the bottom. The quickest way is just to turn the shirt inside out and sew or glue across the bottom. Or you can stitch 3 from the bottom (do not turn inside out) and cut fringes every ½. You can slide a pony bead on each fringe and tie a knot under the bead. Another way to finish is to tie the ends together across the bottom instead of sewing. Source: This can be entered in the Allegany County Fair under Recycled accessory (from old garment) which can be found in this section: SECTION 4 - CONSUMER SCIENCES, 4-H CLOTHING. For more 4-H categories you can enter at the fair, go to: And click on 2016 Fair Schedule and Entry Classes.

9 H CALENDAR January 1 UME Office Closed 10 Resumes for national trips due to Lacie. 15 Resumes for national trips to State 4-H Office. 17 MD 4-H Gala 18 UME Office Closed 22 to 24 World Horse Expo February 1 Due to 4-H Office: Record Books, Enrollment Forms, Secretary Books TBA Livestock Skillathon Practice, 6:30 p.m. March 4 County Public Speaking Contest, 6:30 p.m. 5 State Livestock Skillathon 22 Officer Training, 6:30 p.m. 25 Easter Egg Hunt, UME Closed April 9 to 14 National 4-H Conference 12 New UME Volunteer Training, 6:00 p.m. 23 Spring livestock tagging, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 24 Achievement Dinner, 3:00 p.m. 30 Maryland Day, State Public Speaking May 2 ALL Livestock Registrations, County Bred Entry Cards, Bred & Owned Entry Cards, Horse, Chicken, Rabbit Registrations, Breeding/ Performance Leases for all animals exhibiting at fair both breeding and market! 7 to 8 MD Sheep & Wool Festival 21 4-H/FFA District Livestock Show, Garrett County 30 Memorial Day, UME Closed June 1 County scholarship applications due to 4-H Office. 1 MD 4-H Foundation scholarship applications due. 7 Record Book workshop, 6:30 p.m Camp Algawa MD 4-H Teen Congress July 1 QA and Horse Standards must be completed. 4 UME Closed 12 Fair set up & picnic 17 to 23 Allegany County Fair 22 4-H Presents at Fair 23 4-H Livestock Sale at Fair 31 State Fair entries due August 26 to Sept. 5 Maryland State Fair 27 State engineering contests 28 Robotics challenge at State Fair 31 Diamond Clover Level 6 proposal due to UME Office. September Enrollment for new 4-H year begins. 3 State Livestock Judging 4 State Fashion Revue 5 State Rifle Match 5 State Judging Contests at State Fair 7 Labor Day, UME Office Closed October 2 to 8 National 4-H Week 4 New UME Volunteer Training 10 National Trip applications to Lacie. 15 National Trip applications to State Office 19 Record Book Workshop TSC paper clover sales TBA November 9 Record Book Workshop 11 Veterans Day, UME Office closed 15 Treasurer s Books with Annual Financial Report & Club Inventory Report for July 1, 2015 to June 30, to 20 MD 4-H Volunteer Forum 19 County steer tagging, 8-10 a.m. 24 to 25 UME Office closed for Thanksgiving December 1 Market Steer registrations, County Bred Entry Cards, Bred & Owned Entry Cards due to 4-H Office. 26 to 30 UME Office Closed for winter break Dates and Times Subject to Change

10 Allegany County Office One Commerce Drive Cumberland, Maryland H Faculty/Staff Lacie Ashby Extension Educator Jessica Mellon Extension Educator Jody Parrish Administrative Assistant Don t forget to like Allegany County 4-H on facebook to receive the latest news and updates. To receive your newsletter by , send a note to: jparrish@umd.edu