Page 9 June / July 2011 What is The Green Promise? In today s world, 4-H competes for time from youth and volunteers. As a program we no longer just have to contend with school extra-curricular activities, sports and other youth groups because the global community has entered the picture. We are now connected to a world which screams new, innovative, trendy and immediate. The Green Promise simply describes our optimism that 4-H Youth Development is relevant in a world changing faster than any other time in history. The question is, are we providing youth, families and volunteers with the tools, projects and programs which stimulate interest and relevance? The State 4-H Parent-Volunteer Conference will be examining how Education, Creativity and Innovation prepare members and volunteers for life in the culture of the 21 st Century. Why this focus? Because employers are looking for millennial workplace skills such as knowing more about the world, thinking outside the box, thinking within the box, becoming smarter about new sources of information and developing good people skills. Historically, as a youth development program, our focus is on convergent thinking (single right answer). Is this developing an individual s creative potential or developing the ability to deal with complex problems or ambiguous questions? The question is how can 4-H transform our programming, events and project areas so youth are recognized for their unexpected, thoughtful and even brilliant ideas. Learn more about The Green Promise, July 9, at the State Parent-Volunteer Conference in Stillwater. Early bird registration is $35 and $40 after June 17. Certified volunteers attending the conference for the first time are eligible for a Monsanto Scholarship. The conference program and registration will be posted at http:// oklahoma4h.okstate.edu/volun/eduopp.htm after May 1. Ruth Noller, developed a symbolic equation for creativity: Knowledge obtained through our life experiences. Imagination one s ability to generate ideas or make connections. Evaluation examine the advantages and disadvantages of a particular idea or situation. Attitude need for a positive approach to change and challenge (s). Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments cooperating. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability or status as a veteran, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Page 10 Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service Bikes cause more childhood injuries than any other consumer product except cars. There are numerous things you can do to keep your child safe. Always wear a helmet on every ride Make sure the helmet fits correctly Make sure drivers will be able to see you Learn & follow the rules of the road The Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service is offering a Bicycle Safety Course on June 20th, 2011. The Course will cover: Rules of the road Hand signals Attire - proper helmet fit. DATE: June 20th, 2011 WHERE: Alfalfa County Fairgrounds, Cherokee, OK COST: $5.00 PRE-REGISTRATION is required by June 13th. WHO: Classes are available for: 6-8 Years old 1:00pm - 2:00pm 9-12 Years old 2:30-3:30pm 13-14 Years old 10:30-11:30am 15-19 Years old 9:00-10:30am Place: Alfalfa County Exhibit Building To pre-register contact the Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service at 580-596-3131. For more information about this program, 4-H or the Cooperative Extension Service visit with Marcy Wichert or Tommy Puffinbarger at 580-596-3131. Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments cooperating. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability or status as a veteran, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Page 11 Do I Use My Own ATV? 4-H ASI ATV Safety Rider Course The ASI, hands-on half-day, ATV Rider-Course is conducted by licensed ATV Safety Institute Instructors. The course offers students an opportunity to increase their safety knowledge and to practice basic riding skills in a controlled environment under the direct supervision of a licensed Instructor. The Rider Course includes pre-ride inspection, starting and stopping, quick turns, hill riding, emergency stopping/swerving and riding over obstacles. You ll also learn about protective gear, local regulations, places to ride and environmental concerns. Taking an ATV Rider Course: Improves riding skills Builds confidence Yes you can, but if you don t have one of the appropriate size, you can make specific arrangements and an ATV of the appropriate size will be made available at the training site. What Do I Have to Bring? ODOT-approved motorcycle helmet Goggles or face shield Over the ankle boots Sturdy gloves Long pants Long sleeve shirt or jacket Gets kids started right Teaches how to Tread Lightly! There will be 4 classes available on two separate dates. Dates to choose from: June 27th or July 14th Times to choose from: 8:00-noon or 1:00-5:00pm Cost: $10.00 Where: Alfalfa County Fairgrounds, Cherokee, OK Pre-Registration is required by June 22nd at the Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Office by calling 580-596-3131. Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments cooperating. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability or status as a veteran, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Page 12 Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service due by June 30 th. Late registration will be an additional $10.00. Tri-County 4-H Camp Hooked On 4-H Lew Wentz Campground, Ponca City, Oklahoma July 19-21, 2011 There are many things happening at this year s camp from workshops to games, sport fishing, videography and swimming. Please complete the camp form attached below and return it to the office. Camp costs this year will be $55.00, which will include two nights and three days of fun-filled activities. The fee this year will also include a camp T-shirt. So be sure to mark your registration form with the size you wear. Camp fees are Remember that we re going with two other counties so get your registration in early. There will be NO bus to transport 4- H ers to and from camp. If you would like to present a workshop at camp, you need to make an outline of your program with time lines and approximate cost and return to the extension office by June 30th. If you are 14 years old or older and would like to be a camp counselor, you must fill out an application form obtained from the extension office and return it by June 20 th. There will be a selection process of all applicants, and training will be held prior to 4-H Camp. For more information, please call the extension office
Page 13 90th State 4-H Roundup Plans are underway for the 90 th State 4-H Roundup. It will be on the OSU campus July 26 th -29 th, 2011. The cost is $110.00 if you stay in Kerr Hall or $124 if you stay in Village Suites for youth. For an additional cost you can order a t-shirt. Registration forms and payment will be due in the Alfalfa County Extension Office by June 9 th. For more information, please contact the Alfalfa County Extension Office at 580-596-3131. Attention! 4-H Record Books are due June 30 th, 2011 We would like to encourage every 4-H Member to create a record book. 4-Her s do so much during the year with a little more time and effort all this work can be documented in your record book and medal s can be won. Don t forget the other special awards such as; First Year Member and 4-H Hall of Fame. Deadline for County Books is June 30 th, 2011. Special Award Interviews 4-H Special Awards and Jr. & Sr. Hall Of Fame interviews will be held on July 25 th, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Interviews will be held at the Alfalfa County Exhibit Building. Individuals will be sent a confirmation letter stating the area for which they are being interviewed and the interview time. Alfalfa County 4-H Achievement Banquet The 2011 Alfalfa County 4-H Achievement Banquet will be held on August 16 th 2011, 6:00 p.m. at the Alfalfa County Exhibit Building. All members are welcome to attend. Meal will be provided by the Alfalfa County Adult Leaders.
Page 14 Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Picnic & Party Officer Election Alfalfa County 4-H is going to have a picnic and party at the Cherokee City Park on July 7 th at 6pm. Supper will be provided and will include hotdogs, fixings, chips drinks, and desert. All you need to bring is an appetite! After supper we will elect our county 4-H officers. Each club is allowed five voting delegates, 2 of which must either be a junior or senior 4-H member. For the voting process, junior members are 4-Hers who will be entering the 7 th grade and down for the coming year. Senior members are 4-Her s who will be entering the 8 th grade and up for the coming year. Officer applications are due in the Extension Office by 4:00pm on June 30 th. Applications are available on our web site or can be picked up at the extension office. After our officer elections we will have a swimming party. We will swim until approximately 9pm. All 4-H members and their families are welcome. 4-H Roundup Orientation An orientation for State 4-H Roundup will be held July 7th, 5pm at the Cherokee City Park Items to be discussed include dress code, safety issues, reviewing the program, discussion of travel plans and expectations. Everyone attending Roundup this year must attend or make arrangements with the Extension office. Leather Craft Workshop July 13 th, 2011, 1:30 3:00pm Alfalfa County Exhibit Building Participants will learn about leather craft tools and basic crafting techniques to make their own leather craft item. This will be a hands on workshop with youth making at least one leather craft item from start to finish. Rank 1-4 from the following which item or items you are interested in making. Leather cross Leather spur straps Leather key chain Cost is $10.00 and pre-registration is required by July 7 th. Name Address: Cell number of contact person Leather wrist band
Page 15 Kids Cooking School Make plans to attend the kids cooking school. The hands on classes will be organized in a progression series as to skills learned each day. Final day will be a mystery meal prep utilizing each participant s skill level. Come join the fun and be a Chef for a week. WHERE: Alfalfa County Fairgrounds WHEN: August 1-5, 2011 9:00am 11:00am WHO: Any child 9-14 HOW: Register and pay $25 fee by July 22 in the Alfalfa County OSU Extension Office Limited Space available. For more information call the Extension office 580-596-3131 Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments cooperating. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability or status as a veteran, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Page 16 Cattle, Swine, sheep and goat nominations for Tulsa State Fair Due July 1, 2011 Steer, barrow, gilt, wether lamb, doe goat and wether goat nominations are required for the 2011 Tulsa State Fair. This year there will be a mail-in nomination process. Nomination kits can be ordered by Ag Teachers and County Extension Educators. Individual families or exhibitors may not request kits. You must go through your Ag teacher or County Extension Educator. Nominations must be postmarked by July 1, 2011 for steers, b arrows, gilts, wether goats, does & wether lambs. Copies of the nominations, ruled and requirements sheets are available at the Extension Office. Contact Tommy if you have any questions. Please read all rules and regulations for each species on their website, www.tulsastatefair.com. Junior Market Broiler Show Tulsa State Fair Ordered Entry Deadline: July 1, 2011 Cost: The commercial broilercross straight run (as hatched) chicks will be used at cost, $2.30 each. Minimum order is 25 chicks @ $57.50 plus $6.00 postage, and a $15.00 fair entry fee for a total of $78.50. Entry Limits: Minimum order 1 pen (25 chicks) Maximum order 4 pens (100 chicks) Shipping date: The Broiler Pens will be shipped from Ideal Poul- try to the address the exhibitor puts on the order / entry from, in mid August. Normally broilers arrive the day after shipping. For more information please contact Tommy Puffinbarger at the Alfalfa County Extension Service, 580-596-3131. Dates to Remember June 4 NW District 4-H Horse Show, Cherokee, OK 7 Tractor & Machinery Operators Certification Program 9 Tractor & Machinery Operators Certification Program 9 Roundup Registration due in Alfalfa County Extension Office 6-18 State 4-H Horse Show, Shawnee, Okla. 20 Bike Safety Training 27 ATV Training 30 4-H Record Book due 30 4-H Officer Application due July 7 4-H Roundup Orientation 7 4-H Officers Election 7 4-H Party Picnic / Swimming 6pm 13 Leather Craft Workshop 14 ATV Training 19-21 Tri-Co 4-H Camp 25 4-H Award Interviews 26-29 90th 4-H State Roundup August 1-5 Kid s Cooking School 16 4-H Banquet
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Page 18 Alfalfa County Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Fashion Revue Beginner Ages 9-11 Chef or Work Apron Taryn Miller Bethany Lancaster & champion Simple Wearable Item made of Fleece Taryn Miller champion Jaden Allen Fun Item Taylor Miller champion Overall Top Seamstress: To be announced at Achievement Banquet Champion Ribbon: Haven Davis Reserve Champion Ribbon: Kristen Shepard Reserve Grand Champion: Taylor Miller Grand Champion and Top Model: Taryn Miller Intermediate ages 12-14 Simple Wearable Item made of Fleece Haven Davis champion Fun Item Haven Davis champion Intermediate Fashion Revue Grand Champion and Top Model Haven Davis 4-H Impressive Dress Contest Beginner Division Ages 9-11 Sports Wear Maddilyn Soderberg Taylor Miller Jaden Allen Taryn Miller Gabe Stewart Jazmine Vest Champion Taylor Miller Casual Wear Maddilyn Soderberg Taylor Miller Jaden Allen Taryn Miller Gabe Stewart Jazmine Vest Champion Taryn Miller 2011 Alfalfa County Fashion Revue and Impressive Dress Contest Dress Wear Maddilyn Soderberg Taylor Miller Jaden Allen Taryn Miller Gabe Stewart Jazmine Vest Champion Gabe Stewart Reserve Champion Beginner Division... Taylor Miller (Casual) Champion & Top Model Beginner Division Taryn Miller (Dress) Intermediate Division Ages 12-14 Sports Wear Haven Davis Bayli Hyde Alysson Stewart Kelsi Smith Champion Bayli Hyde Casual Wear Haven Davis Bayli Hyde Alysson Stewart Champion Haven Davis Dress Wear Haven Davis Bayli Hyde Alysson Stewart Kelsi Smith Champion Alysson Stewart Reserve Champion Beginner Division... Bayli Hyde Champion & Top Model Beginner Division Haven Davis