Bell County 4-H May 2013 Newsletter

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1 Bell County 4-H May 2013 Newsletter MAY CALENDAR of EVENTS June Inside Issue: Photography/Tractor Supply/4-H Roundup 2 May 1: Horse Validation Deadline, 4-H Connect May 1: Clover Kid Fair Entries Due, CEO June 1: Turkey Order Deadline June 2: Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp Adult Leader Awards/ MAB Meeting 3 May 1: Registration Deadline for Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp May 2: District Leaders 4 Life Contest, Belton FUMC June 2-4: Howard College Goat Camp June 2-6: Vet Science Workshop, San Angelo Fuddruckers/Clover Kid Fair/Clothing Board 4 May 3: Adult Leader Award Essay Deadline, CEO May 3: 4-H Award Application Deadline, CEO May 3: Ambassador Application Deadline, CEO May 3: Submission Deadline for Poultry Institute for Youth May 8-19: Tractor Supply Fundraiser, Tractor Supply Temple & Killeen May 9: Photography Advisory Board Meeting, 6pm, CEO June 3: Healthy Lifestyles Practice, 6pm June 3-5: 4-H Horse Camp, Glen Rose June 4-8: Horizons Camp, 4-H Center June 8: Photography Community Service, 7:30a.m.-5:30p.m., Hilliard Ranch June 8-11: Howard College Lamb Camp June 10-14: Texas 4-H Roundup, College Station Healthy Lifestyles/State Fair of Texas Broilers/ Recordbook Materials Horse Certification Validation/County Camp Hunter Spectacular/4-H Awards,/4-H Banquet May 10: Texas 4-H Roundup Entry Deadline May 11: Market Poultry Workshop, College Station May 13: Leadership Live May 14: MAB Officer Meeting, 6:15pm, CEO May 16: Safety Day, Belton June 11: 4-H Fuddruckers Day, Temple & Killeen June 14-16: Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp June 16-18: Poultry Institute for Youth, College Station June 17: Recordbooks Due, CEO June 17-18: District Horse Show, Belton Market Poultry Workshop/Turkey Orders/ State Fair Validation Poultry Institute,/ Summer Clothing Camp/ Steer Validation 8 9 May 18: Clover Kid Fair,10:00am, Weston Inn May 20: Early Registration Deadline for Horizons Camp June 18: Military 4-H Health and Fitness Camp, Temple June 21: County Recordbook Judging, Temple 4-H Ambassador/ Veterinary Science Workshop 10 May 21: 4-H Fuddruckers Day, Temple & Killeen May 21: Healthy Lifestyles Advisory Board Meeting, 6pm, Fuddruckers June 21-23: Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp June 21-23: Cross Timber Lamb & Goat Camp, Tarleton State Leadership Lab/Camp Website 11 May 22: District Horse Show Entries Due, 4-H Connect May 23: Round Rock Express Game June 23-28: Youth Range Workshop June 23-25: MASH Camp, Texas A&M Photography Advisory Board Community Service 12 May 22-23: Award Interviews, CEO May 25: State Fair of Texas Broilers May 28: Mandatory MAB Meeting, 6:30pm, CEO May 28: Late Registration Deadline for Horizons Camp May 30: Healthy Lifestyles Practice, 6pm, CEO May 31: District Leadership Lab Deadline, 4-H Connect May 31: District Officer Application Deadline May 31: Registration Deadline Cross Timber Lamb & Goat Camp June 25: State Fair Validation,8:00-8:30p.m., Bell County Expo Center June 25: Steer Validation, 4-7p.m., Bell County Expo Center June 26-28: District Leadership Lab, Brownwood Texas 4-H Career Photo workshop Barking Buddies/Round Rock Express/ Leadership Live May Calendar 15 June Calendar 16

2 Page 2 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Bell County 4-H Photography Going To State Congratulations to all those photographers who are going to state in photography! Winners were Emma Coffman, Katherine Wood, and Jacob Cearley! To see the winners and their photos go to: T ractor Supply Company The Spring 2013 TSC Paper Clover Campaign is scheduled May 8-19, The clovers begin at $1 and this year there will be Purina coupons attached in an effort to help with your sales. Last year we received $1, from the Fall 2012 clover campaign. We really need clubs and project teams to help participate and pick a day to stand outside and sell the paper clovers even if it is only for a few hours. If you are interested, please contact the appropriate POC for the location where you would like to volunteer. For the Killeen location please contact Tom Parker at thomas.parker08@gmail.com or call/text him at For the Temple location please contact Barbara Wood at woodbtwice@gmail.com or call/text her at Remember that funds help the county pay for workshops, camps & many other great opportunities for you as a member! If you haven't had the opportunity yet to visit the 2013 Texas 4-H Roundup page on Facebook, it is a great way to let your friends and fellow 4-Hers know of the upcoming events by "liking" the 2013 Texas 4-H Roundup page at: There are some great workshops available for 4H youth and adults! Deadline for entries: May 10th

3 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter ADULT LEADER AWARDS Page 3 OUTSTANDING LEADER AWARDS: Bell County 4-H volunteer leaders and Bell County 4-H County Council will solicit nominations and vote to select two individuals to be recognized at the Annual 4-H Banquet for Distinguished Service. One will be chosen by the MAB and one chosen by 4-H members. 4-H volunteer leaders who are chosen for this award include outstanding club managers, leaders, project leaders, workshop leaders and volunteer leaders who go above and beyond their leader capabilities. OUTSTANDING LEADER AWARD- The Outstanding Leader Award chosen from the 4-H member requires an essay no longer than 1 page. The ESSAYS ARE DUE May 3, 2013! The essay should include the following: Name of Person Making Nomination Leader Nominated Date Why do you think this leader is an outstanding leader? What does this leader do that is outstanding? Examples: Teaches others new projects, takes 4-Her s on tours, leads club, etc. How has this leader helped you? How has this leader helped others? MAB Meeting/Club Manager Training We will be having a MAB meeting on May 28, 2013 at 6:30pm at the CEO. ALL CLUB MANAGERS AND ASST CLUB MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND!!!! This meeting will be a major meeting because we will do the club manager training at this meeting. We also plan to vote on officers. This will be a HUGE and IMPORTANT meeting. We will be having a potluck dinner so bring your favorite dish to share with everyone! Drinks will be provided. FYI this meeting may take longer than expected because of the training so please make time to come. Also, this meeting is NOT just for club and asst club managers, all parents and leaders are invited. We must have over 50% of the clubs to vote from each of the clubs. If you cannot attend, you MUST find a replacement from your club to represent you at the club meeting! Each club is allowed a maximum of 3 votes.

4 Page 4 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Need to have more family meals together?? Want to help 4-H make some money? Bring your family to Fuddruckers this Spring! All you have to do is pay for your meal and drop your receipt in the basket labeled 4-H and 4-H will receive money!! Fuddruckers locations are: Temple in the Mall (Proceeds go to Bell County 4-H) Killeen on 190 (Proceeds go to Military 4-H) Remaining dates for this spring are: May 21, June 11 Go and eat a great meal with your family and support the 4-H program 2013 Clover Kid Fair This year our annual Clover Kid Fair is at Weston Inn at 2505 South 37th Street in Temple (area behind Mazzio's) on May 18th, at 10:00 a.m. The residents have also been invited to participate and show off their own "fair" projects. In order to participate as a Clover Kid, youth must be 5-8 years. If not already assigned to a 4-H Club, we will assign you a club in your local area. The Clover Kid Fair is a chance for younger children to participate in a fair just for them to show what they have been learning! This is also a great opportunity for them to become more familiar with what to expect as a real 4-H member down the road. Parents and family members are welcome to attend. See entry form for a list of all the types of entries that can be entered. Entry forms can be found at: and are due May 1, At the end of the event any baked goods entered will be shared with residents and guests alike. For more information or if you would like to help, please contact Barbara Wood at woodbtwice@gmail.com or The Bell County 4-H Clothing Board is collecting new or gently used sewing scissors to send to Rwanda. These scissors will go directly to women who are sewing handicrafts to support themselves and their families. Your gift of a pair of scissors will help create opportunities for these ladies to generate income and better their lives. Bring your scissors by the CEO anytime during the month of May.

5 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter 2013 Healthy Lifestyles Invitational Page 5 The 4-H Healthy Lifestyles Invitational provides youth in the intermediate and senior age divisions the opportunity to participate in a competitive event and utilize the knowledge and skills gained through participation in 4-H healthy lifestyles programs. With a set-up similar to the Consumer Decision Making Contest, the healthy lifestyles invitational consists of two parts: (1) Judging -participants are presented with a scenario and must individually rank the four products/choices based upon the situation at-hand; (2) Presentation - teams are presented with a scenario and must work together within a given amount of time to analyze the situation, develop a solution and make a team presentation to a panel of judges. More information and resources are available online at: Bell County 4-H will be having meetings to prepare for the Healthy Lifestyles Contest. This contest is again open for all intermediates and seniors and you get to go automatically to Texas 4-H Roundup in College Station on June 13, Date for meeting is: May 30th, 6pm, CEO Other dates will be determined after this meeting!!! This will be our orientation meeting and introduction to Healthy Lifestyles contest. Deadline for entry in contest is May 10th. Call the CEO if interested and planning to attend. State Fair of Texas Broiler 4-H members who plan to show broilers in Dallas should contact Randall or Pam no later than May 25, 2013 at Recordbook Materials The recordbook materials have been updated on the website. If you have missed the trainings or wanted more information, it is now all updated! The section and tips handout will be VERY handy when doing your NEW recordbook! Please read it very carefully! Good Luck! Deadlines are on the website!

6 Page 6 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter H Horse Certification/Validation DEADLINE: April 16, 2013-May 1, 2013 for $20.00 per horse For 2013, the horse validation process will be completed electronically using the 4-H Connect online management system. All 4-H Members who wish to show at their District Show or the State 4-H Horse Show will be REQUIRED to validate their horse(s) on the 4-H Connect system. Horse validation is completed for EACH HORSE and will cover all 4-H youth members in that family profile. When validating your horse(s) on 4-H Connect, you will select ONLY ONE 4-H youth member to conduct the validation under. Once a horse is validated, validation paid, and you begin registering for the District Horse Show, the validated horse(s) can be moved to the appropriate 4-H member(s) that will be exhibiting the horse in that show. Validation will open from April 16, 2013-May 1, 2013 for $20.00 per horse. Any horse validated before or after this date will NOT be accepted. An illustrated step-by-step instruction guide for families is available for download and reference on the Texas A&M University Department of Animal Science Equine Science website: ( Validation is required for showing at district or state horse shows, and its purpose is to certify that ownership requirements have been met. The horse MUST be owned solely by the 4-H member, his/her parents (biological or stepparents), brother, sister, grandparents, or legal guardian. Much MORE information can be found on the Bell County 4-H Horse Project Website: Dates to remember: Horse Activity dates to put on your calendar now!!!! May 1, 2013-Deadline to Validate ownership for District 8 and State Competition MAY 22- Deadline to submit entries for the District 8 Horse Show to the County Extension Office, 4H Connect (validation required to enter) June 17-18, 2013-District 8 Horse Show at the Bell County Expo Center July 20-27, 2013-State 4-H Horse Show in Abilene (entries due at the District Horse Show June 18) 2013 County Camp County Camp for Bell County 4-H is set for July 8-10, 2013 at Brownwood. Registration is open now at: The fee will be $ for youth and $80.00 for adults. T-Shirts are available for sale during registration, we will not have COUNTY 4-H shirts this year. Please also see the Bell County 4-H website for more details.

7 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Page 7 SAVE THE DATE!! Hunter Spectacular is scheduled October 12, 2013 Bell County 4-H Awards All 4-H members applying for awards (Gold, Silver or Bronze Star; Rookie, Honor Roll, All-Star Letterman; Danforth, Senior Awards Outstanding Community Service) must submit the appropriate paperwork and applications by May 3, Award Interviews will be on May 22 and 23, 2013 at the Bell County Extension Office. Record books for county competition will be due June 17, Awards age based on age as of August 31, Graduating seniors for the 2013 year, who are members of 4-H, may apply to receive a Senior Award, to be presented at the Bell County 4-H Awards Banquet. Seniors must have been active and meet the requirements listed on the application. Other descriptions and awards information is available on the Bell County 4-H Website by going to: 4-H Banquet The 4-H Banquet is set for August 24, 2013, so please mark your calendar. The banquet cost will be FREE. We also need pictures for the slideshow. Pictures can be ed to woodbtwice@gmail.com or burned on to a CD or flash drive and dropped by the Extension Office. The last day to accept pictures will be August 2nd. Pictures are for the slideshow which is a great opportunity to show what clubs and 4-H members have been doing all year. Please make sure and give pictures so your club and your family are in the slideshow!

8 Page 8 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Market Poultry Workshop May 11, 2013 College Station, Pierce Pavilion 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. This workshop provides an excellent opportunity to hear the experts and work alongside Texas major poultry judges. Educational activities include in-depth discussion on: brooding, management, sanitation and feeding programs and selection and processing methods for broilers, turkeys and roasters. Also hands on practice in early culling and selecting, handling your birds during the show and putting together show pens. Register online at: agriliferegister.tamu.edu Keyword Search: Poultry $50.00/person or family $25.00 for CEAs $8/person optional lunch Kids under 10 eat free Onsite or Late (after 5/1)registration $75/person or family Online Registration Starts: 8:00 AM Any 4-H exhibitors who plan to show turkeys in 2014 at the Bell County Youth Fair, Houston, San Antonio, or Star of Texas Fair, must order birds no later than June 1, Birds must be ordered in multiples of 5. For more information, contact Pam in the Extension Office at State Fair Validation This will be held June 25, 2013 at the Bell County Expo Center from 8:00-8:30 p.m. Anyone planning to show a lamb, goat, barrow, or steer at the State Fair of Texas must validate these on this day. Also, remember that exhibitors must also enter the State Fair in August through Randall Rakowitz at the County Extension Office or with your Ag Science teacher.

9 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Page 9 Poultry Institute for Youth June 16-June 18, Poultry Institute for Youth Application: submission deadline is May 3, 2013 U.S. Poultry and Egg Association in conjunction with the Texas A&M Poultry Science Department, the Poultry Science Club, and the Poultry Science Aggie Leadership Council are the sponsors for the 2013 TAMU Poultry Institute for Youth. The institute will be held on the Texas A&M campus. The dates are Sunday, June 16 through Tuesday, June 18, The purpose of this program is to give high school students with an interest in learning about the poultry industry a chance to gain first hand knowledge. They will have the opportunity to meet both Texas A&M staff and Texas poultry industry leaders. A portion of the institute will also include hands on work with birds and areas of leadership. Registration is open to students who will be enrolled the Fall of 2013 as high school juniors or seniors, or college freshmen. A registration fee of $50 will be required for each participant that is selected for the Institute. This fee is to be paid upon acceptance to the program and will go towards a commemorative camp t-shirt and evening activities. Do not send with application. All other expenses (lodging and meals), except transportation to and from College Station, will be covered by the sponsorship of the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association. Summer 4-H Clothing Day Camp Dates: July 29-30, 2013 RSVP Deadline: July 1, 2013 Cost of Workshop: $15 per or $25 for 2 kids (includes lunch both, workshop and service materials) Bring: Sewing kit (with sewing scissors), Beach towel (neon to match straps) Day 1:Community Service- Turbans for cancer patients and Neck Coolers for soldiers Workshops- Towel Totes, Neck Coolers, Turbans, Storyboards Day 2:Tours/Field Trips Steer Validation Steer validation for 4-H and FFA members will be held June 25, 2013 from 4-7 p.m. at the Bell County Expo Center. All exhibitors who plan to show at the State Fair in October, the Bell County Youth Fair, or any Major Livestock Show in 2014, must validate your steers on this day. A parent or guardian must be present to complete paperwork.

10 Page 10 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Applying for Bell County 4-H Ambassador? The Bell County 4-H Ambassador Program aims to project a clear and accurate image of the Texas and Bell County 4-H & Youth Development Program. They help older youth develop leadership and communication skills, help the public understand the full scope of the 4-H program, and recruit new members from diverse backgrounds. If you are interested in applying or plan to renew, there will be a MANDATORY meeting on April 25 th at 6:30pm in the County Extension Office Board Room. We will be going over the NEW rules and guidelines for the year. It will only take 30 minutes. Please make plans if you are planning to apply or renew as Ambassadors. Bell County 4-H Members must meet the following requirements to be considered for selection as a Bell County 4-H Ambassador: Be at least 14 years of age as of August 31 on the year of application. Example: the 4-H youth must be 14 on August 31, 2013, to be eligible to be a 4-H Ambassador for the H year. If a 4-H youth is 13 at the time of the application deadline in May, they may still apply if they will reach their 14th birthday before August 31st. Submit a complete application, due on May 3, A formal interview will be given after all applications have been submitted. Members will be notified for interview times. Interviews will be formal dress. RENEWAL OF AMBASSADORS: Meet all activity requirements and minimum points by the application deadline, May 3, 2013, of the current 4-H year to be considered for renewal. (Recordbook is also a requirement and is due June 17, 2013). For applications go to: The West Texas Youth Veterinary Science Workshop Will be held June 2-6 at the Tom Green County 4-H Center in San Angelo. The event is open to all Texas youth, but as enrollment is limited to 30 students, early registration is advised. Individual registration is $360. Course topics will include: zoology, toxicology, parasitology, anatomy, nutrition, first aid, livestock health management, large and small animal practice, horse science and more. The workshop will include classroom study, lab work and field trips. Participants must be of high school age, have an interest in veterinary science and be willing to work in teams. Applications are now available and must be submitted to the AgriLife Extension office in Sutton County by May 10. Participants will be informed of their acceptance by May 17. Applications are available from any AgriLife Extension county office or by visiting Send applications to: AgriLife Extension Office-Sutton County. P.O. Box 1047, Sonora, TX For more information, call the AgriLife Extension office in Sutton County at

11 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Leadership Lab Page 11 When: June Where: Texas 4-H Conference Center Who: All participants must be at least 13 years of age by the start of Leadership Lab and cannot exceed the age of 19 How much: $200 per participant Registration Information: Registration will be held on 4-H Connect ( then click on 4-H Connect.) If you do not know your password, please put your in that the office has on file then press forgot password. It will send it to the . If you do not know which you have on file, please call Rhettlee at the Extension Office. Registration will be held from May 1 May 31, 2013 at midnight. OFFICER ELECTIONS: One of the major events of Leadership Lab will be the election of officers for the District 8 4-H Council. Refer to the standing rules for eligibility. Council Officer applications are due to the District Office by May 31, 2013 (postmarked). Refer to the officer election letter for further details. That information can be found on the District 8 4-H Council Officer page: Check out all of the awesome upcoming camps by going to the 4H website! Bell County Extension 1605 N. Main, Room BELL COUNTY Belton, TX Phone: FAX: H FOCUS Randall Rakowitz County Extension Agent Natural Resources Micah Holcombe County Extension Agent 4-H and Youth Development Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

12 Page 12 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Calling all PHOTOGRAPHERS! Do you enjoy being outdoors? How about photographing interesting people, animals, and activities? If so, put on your tennis shoes, fill your water bottle, and grab a hat, sunscreen, and your camera and join us for a day of outdoor fun - community service style! The Bell County 4-H Photography Advisory Board is hosting a State 4-H Community Service activity providing photography coverage for the National Wild Turkey Federation s Women in the Outdoors Event, held in Bell County. This day-long event takes place on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at the Hilliard Ranch located 11 miles south of Rogers, TX. 4-H photographers will be magazine photographers for the day, taking photos of the ladies in action as well as the group photos. The photos will be used in local and state advertising as well as published in the National Wild Turkey Federation magazine and online newsletters! The event begins at 7:30 a.m. and lasts until 5:30 p.m. and is packed with activities including: Archery, Bow fishing, ATV, Outdoor Dutch Oven Cooking, Astronomy, Shotgun, Dog First Aid, Woodworking, Calling and Tracking, Car Care, Fly Fishing, Handgun, Kayaking, Knot Tying, Duct Tape Handbag Making, Rifle, Map & Compass, Outdoor First Aid, Sewing, Raised Bed Gardening, Texas Hawking, Trailer Backing, Wood Turning, and Welding! Many instructors will allow the 4-H photographers to try the activity once photography of the class is complete (some classes have clothing requirements or age limits for participation). Wear appropriate outerwear for any weather and bring: camera, hat, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, refillable water bottle, and lawn chair or stool (optional). Lunch will be provided! No advance signup is required and the event is free of charge. For more information, contact the Bell County Extension Office at WHAT: Photography Community Service Women in the Outdoors Event WHO: 4-H Photographers, 8-18 years old, Female AND Male! WHEN: Saturday, June 8, 2013, 7:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Hilliard Ranch, Bell County,

13 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter Page 13 When the Bell County Barking Buddies 4-H Dog club heard about the explosion in West their hearts went out to the people of that town. They then thought of the pets. How scared the dogs and cats must be, how concerned those that had to leave their homes and their 4 legged family members behind must be. So the Barking Buddies 4-H club jumped into action. The club leader called and found out where the animals were being housed. The animals were being taken to the Waco animal shelter. Being familiar with the size of the shelter, the club leader knew that help would be needed. A bake sale was quickly set up at the Tractor Supply Company stores in Temple and Killeen. A request was sent out to all 4-H members asking for help. Within two hours on Sunday April 21 st the club, with the help of generous Tractor Supply customers had raised $298.00, collected over 150 lbs of dog food, 5 gallons of bleach, over 40 rolls of paper towels, 4 stainless steel dog bowls and a 20 lb bag of cat food. The items were delivered on Tuesday April 22 nd to the shelter. The workers at the shelter were very appreciative of the items. While there, the club members saw a man from the West area come in looking for his dog, but the dog was not there. Unfortunately all the animals have not been found or picked up as of yet. The shelter will continue to need help with feeding and vet bills for those animals whose owners have not been able to come looking for them or don t yet have a safe place to keep them. If you would like to donate please contact the Waco animal shelter. Large animals are being held at the West auction barn.

14 Page 14 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter May Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Clover Kid Fair Entries Due, CEO Horse Validation Deadline Registration Deadline for Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp District Leaders 4 Life Contest, Belton FUMC 9 Awards and Ambassador Applications Due, CEO Adult Leader Award Essay Due, CEO Submission Deadline for Poultry Institute for Youth Tractor Supply Photography Advisory Board Meet- Fundraiser Temple & Killeen Begins ing, 6pm, CEO Texas 4-H Roundup Deadline Market Poultry Workshop, College Station Leadership Live MAB Meeting, Safety Day, Belton Clover Kid Fair, Weston Tractor Supply Fundraiser, Temple & Killeen Ends Early Registration Horizon Camp 4-H Fuddruckers Day, Temple & Killeen District Horse Show Entries Due, 4-H Connect Round Rock Express Game State Fair of Texas Broiler Healthy Lifestyles Advisory Board Meeting, 6pm, Fuddruckers Award Interviews, CEO MAB Meeting, 6:30pm, CEO Late Registration Deadline Horizons Camp Healthy Lifestyles District Leadership Practice, 6pm, CEO Lab Deadline, 4-H Connect District Officer Application Deadline Registration Deadline Cross Timber Lamb & Goat

15 Bell County 4-H May Newsletter June Page 15 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Turkey Orders Due Texas A&M Livestock Judging Healthy Lifestyles Practice, 6pm 4H Horse Camp, Glen Rose Camp Howard College Goat Camp Vet Science Workshop, San Angelo Horizons Camp Photo Community Service Project7:30am- 5:30pm, Hilliard Ranch Howard College Lamb Camp Howard College Lamb Camp 4-H Fuddruckers Day, Temple & Killeen Texas 4H Roundup, College Station Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp Recordbooks Due, CEO Military 4H Health and Fitness Camp, Temple Poultry Institute for Youth, College Station County Recordbook Judging, Temple Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp District Horse Show, Belton Cross Timber Lamb & Goat Camp, Tarleton Steer Validation 4-7p.m., Bell County Expo State Fair Validation 8:00-8:30p.m., Bell County Expo District Leadership Lab, Brownwood MASH Camp, Texas A&M Youth Range Workshop 30

16 Learn about careers in: Commercial Photography Internet/ Magazine Photography Wedding Photography Animal/Pet Photography July 20-21, 2013 Sports Photography THE ART BEHIND CAREER Texas 4-H Career Photography Workshop THE Hands-On FUNWorkshops Central Texas Christian School, Temple, Texas You know the art of photography, now learn about the careers behind it! This new and innovated workshop focuses on engaging youth in various photography careers through hands-on learning experiences both the classroom and in the field. Join in, have fun, and learn about the career behind the art of photography! Day 1 Photography 101 Photography Judging Contest. Learn how to evaluate and place photos! Community Service Project (bring 5-10 of your favorite photos either 3X5 or 4X6 in size). Exploring photography careers - learn about careers sports/ newspaper, forensic, portrait, wedding/special event, Internet design, commercial, outdoor, magazine, media teacher. Day 2 Hands-on photography practice at a working ranch taking photos of: Animals Team Roping Horse Plowing Static displays of trucks, pickups, barns, and farm equipment Period actors of Cowboys, Mountain Man, and Prairie Girl Participate in a Photography Judging Contest for awards and prizes! Join in the Saturday fun at an evening dance!! FUN DOORPRIZES FOR PARTICIPANTS! Registration open on 4-H CONNECT from May 1st to July 1st. Teaching Photography Registration $25.00 includes instruction, service project materials, Saturday lunch, and flash drive with all workshop materials!! For more information, contact Bell County Extension Office at or bell-tx@tamu.edu Website: tiny.cc/4j2zvw Registration is limited to first 100 participants!