Canadian County 4-H CLOVERBUD Handbook

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1 The Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. OCES provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. Canadian County 4-H CLOVERBUD Handbook Name Club

2 The Cloverbud program is for any youth in Canadian County ages 5-8. It is a non-competitive program that involves the members in fun educational programs designed to help them learn by doing and develop new skills and interests. For information about joining Cloverbuds, contact the Canadian County Cooperative Extension Service at Notes... Canadian County Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Department P.O. Box 519 El Reno, OK Phone Fax Hillary Finck Liz Nicholson 4-H Educators

3 Bucket Calf 4-H PLEDGE The 4-H Bucket Calf Project is designed to introduce youth to Beef and Dairy 4-H projects. By allowing younger children the experience of working with a smaller less intimidating size of animal, they become comfortable with these projects as they grow. This is designed to be a short-term project with calves having been acquired by July 1 and finalized with the showing at the county fair in August. Who: Ages 5-8 years old (day of show) What: A bucket calf is an orphan or newborn calf purchased when they are one day to ten days old. The calves may be male or female, beef or dairy. The calves are started on a bottle (or bucket) and nipple. Limit: Paperwork entries for up to 2 calves - May be dairy or beef, orphaned, male or female. (Only one bucket calf per person may be shown at the fair.) Purchase Date: The project calf must be purchased, leased or acquired by July 1, H Extension Educator must be notified by same date as to participation in this program. Judging based on: Bucket calf classes are judged by conference method (personal interviews). The quality of the calf is not a consideration. The calf should be washed and dried. Rope halters only! NO CLIPPING, SHOW HALTERS, OR SHOW STICKS. Calf must be trained to lead in the show ring. No dressing or cutesy things! Calf should be washed and dried. Interview of exhibitor will be conducted in show ring with calf on rope halter. Questions may cover calf s care, health, expenses, and future plans. Ownership is not necessary. Weight limit will be 350 pounds day of show. I Pledge (Right Hand over Heart) (Arms at Sides) My HEAD to clearer thinking. My HEART to greater loyalty. My HANDS to larger service and (Right Hand Points to Forehead) (Arms Slightly Bent Palms Up) My HEALTH to better living for my club, my community, my country and my world.

4 Foodtacular Day When: November 5th, 2016 Where: Union City Elementary Tigers Den Do you like to eat? Do you like to cook? This is your chance to make something yummy. Lots of kids will be here to show off their goodies and give you information about food. You can enter in any of the following categories: 4-H Cafe 1:00 PM Breads any recipe using refrigerator biscuits Cakes 3 cupcakes, any recipe Poster Good Things for Me to Eat! (size 14 x22 ) Brown Bag Lunch See 4-H Handbook for details. Cupcake Wars-See 4-H Handbook Table Setting-See 4-H Handbook Classes for Cloverbuds in the Fair 1. *What I want to be When I Grow Up Poster 2. *Feelings Poster 3. *Puppet 4. *Trustworthy Eagle Mobile 5. Collage of Caring Actions No larger than 14 x22 6. Greeting Card or special Occasion 7. *Pet s Needs Poster, 14 x22 8. *Bird Feeder 9. *Pet s Needs Scrapbook 10. *Pet s Needs Mobile 11. Animal College No larger than 14 x Picture Book 3-4 pictures of you doing things with your pet(s) 13. *Pencil Caddy 14. *Leather-look Flower Pot 15. Mobil of Favorite Things any theme 16. Coasters set of 4 (use any medium) 17. Decorated container for bedroom 18. Puzzle (no larger than 9 x13 ) 19. *Popcorn Snack (2 cups in plastic bag) 20. *Cereal Crunch (2 cups in plastic bag) 21. *No-bake cookies 3 cookies on a plate 22. *Trail Mix attach a card listing 5 uses (2 cups in plastic bag) 23. *Meal list for one day using the MyPlate as a guide 24. *Marshmallow Cereal Cookies 3 cookies on a plate 25. Cloverbud Poster Art 26. Plastic Craft 27. Paper Craft 28. Wood Craft 29. Fabric Craft 30. Recycled Craft 31. Miscellaneous Items with an asterisk(*) have instructions available from the Extension Office; all other items can be completed as the Cloverbud Member desires. Check with the Fair Book for additional rules and information.

5 County Fair When: August 23rd-26th, 2017 Where: Fairgrounds, El Reno Varies Come join the fun and excitement at the fair. There will be a lot for you to do and see. There are animals to see and games to play. Feel Free to join in on the Pee Wee Show as well!! In the Educational Building there will be a special place for Cloverbud exhibits. Instructions for exhibits are available at the office. 4-H Has Talent When: December 6th, 2016 Where: First Christian Church El Reno 6:00 pm Share-the Fun is a talent show for kids like you. Do you like to sing, tell jokes, dance, or perform? This is a fun place to be. Come and see for yourself. Enter by turning in the 4-H Has Talent entry form in the newsletter to the Canadian County Extension Office. See you at the fair!!

6 4-H Day Cloverbud Day When: Usually in April *Date subject to change Where: TBA TBA Participate in the public speaking event by presenting a show-and-tell or reciting the 4-H pledge to a judge. When: Usually in June Where: TBA *Date subject to change 10:00 a.m.-noon A fun day with older 4-H ers for Cloverbuds to learn everything from plant life to animal life. We will have activities that will include workshops, games, and a chance to get close to the animals. Please wear something comfortable and join our fun filled morning!