Nebraska Extension in Knox County, PO Box 45, 308 Bridge Street, Center NE 68724 Phone: 402-288-5611 - Fax: 402-288-5612 - Email: knox-county@unl.edu Website: http://knox.unl.edu/county4h https://www.facebook.com/knoxcountynebraskaextension/ July 2018 4 H News Important Dates: July 12.22 & Shotgun Practice, 6 pm, Blfd July 13 Entries DUE for Cook-Off, Food Revue & Presentation Contests July 15 Dog Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield July 15-19 State 4-H Horse Show July 16 Archery Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield July 16 BB Gun & Air Rifle Practice, 7 pm July 17 Cook-Off Contest, Food Revue, & Presentation Contest, Center July 19.22 & Shotgun Practice, 6 pm, Blfd July 22 Dog Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield July 23 Entries DUE for Shooting Sports Contests July 23 Entries DUE for Talent Contest July 23 Entries DUE for Fashion Show & Clothing & Textile Exhibits July 23 Archery Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield July 23 BB Gun & Air Rifle Practice, 7 pm July 26.22 & Shotgun Practice, 6 pm, Blfd July 27 Fair Pre-Entry Forms DUE July 30 Archery Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield July 30 BB Gun & Air Rifle Practice, 7 pm August 2 Clothing Judging & Fashion Show August 2.22 & Shotgun Practice, 6 pm, Blfd August 3 Dog Practice, 7 pm, Bloomfield August 4.22 & Shotgun Contests, Bloomfield August 5 Talent Contest, 12 noon, Bloomfield August 5 Archery Contest, Bloomfield August 8 4-H/FFA Horse Show August 8 BB Gun & Air Rifle Contest, Blfd August 8 Static Exhibit Check-In, 4-8 pm August 9 Fair Livestock Check-In Aug 8-12 Knox County Fair August 10 Online SF Entries DUE by 8 pm Aug 20-21 SF Static Exhibits Due in Center Aug 24-31 NE State Fair Aug 28 Fair Livestock Superintendent Meeting & 4-H Council Meeting Sept 1-3 NE State Fair Dear Knox County 4-H Family & Friends, Summer is going fast and the County Fair will be here soon. Please contact the office if you have questions on any of your 4-H projects. The 4-H newsletter contains information about the year s activities, projects and deadlines. Knox County 4-H information is also available on our website at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/ Sincerely, Ruth Vonderohe, Extension Educator IMPORTANT UPDATES IN THIS ISSUE: Don t forget to pay the 4-H dues to the 4-H Council. Plan to participate in the Food Revue, Cook-Off Contest, and the Presentation Contest on July 17. Pre-register by July 13. Plan to attend the Shooting Sports practices so you can participate in the Official Contests. You must attend at least 2 practices in each discipline to participate. See the dates for the practices in the newsletter. Entry forms were mailed out to those enrolled in the Shooting Sports disciplines on Tuesday and are due back by July 23. Entries are DUE for Fashion Show & Clothing & Textiles judging by July 23 (entry forms were mailed out to those enrolled in Clothing & Textiles on Tuesday). Plan to share your talent at the 4-H Talent Contest on Sunday, August 5. Pre-register by July 23. Don t forget to complete Quality Assurance training (YQCA) by July 27 if you are showing animals at the fair (not needed for Clover Kids, cat, dog & horse). Nebraska Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United Sates Department of Agriculture. The 4-H Youth Development program abides with the nondiscrimination policies of the University of Nebraska Lincoln and the United States Department of Agriculture. 2018 1
4-H DUES The 4-H Council asks that dues be paid by 4-H members the same time that enrollments are due. The council strongly suggests a donation of $4.00 per member and $1.00 for Clover Kids. The 4-H dues are used for 4-H programming, supplemental insurance, and scholarships in the county. Make checks payable to the Knox County 4-H Council and send to the Extension Office. 4-H Fairbooks Available The 4-H section of the Fairbook has been updated for 2018 and the books are available at the Extension Office. One book has been allowed for each family. The fairbook has the guidelines for 4-H projects and exhibits, so please check it over carefully. The fairbook is also on our website at http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/fair/. Reminder for 4-Hers Enrolled in Horticulture and Floriculture Please keep track of your variety names as these are needed when you enter your fair entries. You can do this by saving your seed packets or keeping a garden journal. The following resources are available to help you prepare your exhibits for the fair on our webpage at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/4-hhorticulture-floriculture-project/ or from the office: - Selecting & Preparing Vegetables, Herbs & Fruits for Exhibit - Preparing Cut Flowers for Exhibits Dog Practice Dates Set Julie Dather will be holding practices for those interested in the 4-H Dog Project again this year. Open to 4-H members and Clover Kids. If you want to learn about dog obedience and showmanship, then you will want to attend. Bring your dog and show leash. The practices will be held at the Knox County Fairgrounds in Bloomfield. The dates are: Sunday, July 15, 7:00 pm Sunday, July 22, 7:00 pm Friday, August 3, 7:00 pm 2018 4-H Photography Themes Unit 2 & 3 Nebraska Theme - True Leader Exhibit Print: Explore true leaders in your community. True leaders can be anyone from community leaders, teachers, and volunteers to parents and friends. So, what sets them apart? What makes someone a true leader? What effect do they have on the 2018 County Theme is Wildlife people or environment around them? How can you tell their story through photography? Cook-Off Contest, Food Revue and Presentation Contest Make plans now to take part in the Cook- Off Contest, Food Revue, and Presentation Contest on Tuesday, July 17 at the Center Community Hall. The Cook-Off Contest and Food Revue will begin at 5:30 p.m. The Presentation Contest will start at 7:30 p.m. Call the Extension Office to preregister by July 13 th. If you have questions about the contests or need helping in preparing, resources are available from the office or can be found at http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/4 -h-pre-fair-contests/. 2
The Seasons of 4-H was the theme of 4-H Clover Kid Camp The Seasons of 4-H was the theme of the 2018 4-H Clover Kid Camp that was held on Wednesday, June 6. Forty-seven Clover Kids participated in the camp that was based on the book, What Makes the Seasons? The Farm Bureau Federation in Knox County graciously provided each family with a copy of the book. The Clover Kids decorated a T-Shirt, and created a flower, rain stick, snowman and an animal from a pine cone. Thanks to all the wonderful helpers who made the day a fun, educational experience for the Clover Kids! 4-H Fashion Show and Clothing/Textiles Construction Judging Thursday, August 2 St. Mark s Lutheran Church, Bloomfield Registration 1:00 pm; Judging 1:30 pm Public Fashion Show 7:00 pm Fliers available at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/knox-county-4- h-fashion-show-clothingtextiles-judging/ Resources for Clothing & Textiles available at: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/4-h-clothingproject/ Sewing Skills for STEAM I, II, III STEAM I Pattern Possibilities STEAM Beyond the Needle Skills Beyond the Needle Tips & Tricks Determining Personal Colors Do-You-Know Contest August 2 Plan to participate in the Do-You-Know Contest on Thursday, August 2 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the St. Mark s Lutheran Church in Bloomfield. Participants will test their knowledge in different areas such as: Foods & Nutrition; Child Development; Clothing; and Design. These will be hands-on, simple matching activities to enhance your knowledge in these areas. Horticulture Judging Contest August 2 It s time to start sharpening your skills for the Horticulture Judging Contest to be held at the St. Mark s Lutheran Church in Bloomfield on Thursday, August 2 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants will be asked to identify plants based on the whole plant, leaves, fruit, nut, edible portion, or seed. There are four categories: Flowers and Foliage; Woody Plants and Turfgrasses; Fruits and Nuts; and Vegetables and Herbs. There are 15 items in each category to identify. There is also a written exam to take and there will be some items to judge as well. Come and test your knowledge of plants. 4-H Talent Contest & Luncheon Sunday, August 5, 12 noon Bloomfield Community Center If you sing, dance or play an instrument, plan to take part in the 4-H Talent Contest and share your talent with others. The afternoon will showcase the talents of 4-H members and you can enjoy a lunch. Information available at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/k nox-county-4-h-talent-contest/ 3
Horse Program On-line Resources Available for Horse Producers Resources and helpful websites are available for horse owners and producers at the following site: http://animalscience.unl.edu/horse Horse Show Dates July 15-19 State Horse Show, Fonner Park, Grand Island July 28 - Boots & Saddle Club Horse Show, Carney Park, O Neill July 28 - Commancheros 4-H Club Annual Open Horse Show, 8:30 am. For Show Inquiries, contact Jolene Greckel, 402-640-0445 or Kate DeHaan, 641-780-3919 Sept 22-23 AKSARBEN 4-H Horse Show, Thompson Arena, Grand Island 4-H ers Do Well in the 2018 District Horse Show Six 4-H ers participated in the 4-H District Horse Show that was held June 13 at Ord and one participated in the District Show on June 21 in Central City. Results are as follows: Junior Western Pleasure: Kaitlyn Byerly-Blue; Jenna McDonald-Purple Junior Western Horsemanship: Kaitlyn Byerly-Blue; Jenna McDonald-Blue Junior Reining: Jenna McDonald-Blue Senior Pole Bending: Jessica Lange -Purple Junior Pole Bending: Carson Carl-Reserve Champion; Alexa Cunningham-Purple; Dyson Cunningham-Purple; Mercedes Carl-White; Jenna McDonald-Red Senior Barrel Racing: Jessica Lange-Purple Junior Barrel Racing: Mercedes Carl-Champion; Carson Carl-Reserve Champion; Alexa Cunningham- Purple; Dyson Cunningham-Blue; Jenna McDonald- Purple Each 4-H er who received a purple or blue ribbon has qualified to compete in the State Horse Show to be held in Grand Island on July 15-19. Congratulations to all exhibitors! Upcoming Livestock Events Sept 8-9 Norfolk Beef Expo Sept 27-30 AKSARBEN 4-H Stock Show, Grand Island Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Nebraska 4-H requires all youth enrolled in livestock projects to complete annual quality assurance training through the YQCA program. YQCA is a national multi-species quality assurance program focused on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development. 4-H members who exhibit beef animals, dairy cattle, dairy goat, meat goat, poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine at the Knox County Fair must have the YQCA completed by Friday, July 27. 4-H members who exhibit at the Nebraska State Fair or AKSARBEN will need to have their YQCA training requirements met by the date of entry for those respective shows. Contact the office for more information on completing the training. Poultry Calendar Photo Contest Give Us Your Best Shot! The Nebraska Department of Agriculture s Poultry Calendar Photo Contest is open to Nebraska 4-H and FFA members. Photos must be taken by the contestant and feature poultry. Entry deadline is July 15, 2018. Entry forms are available from the Extension Office or at http://www.nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian/c ontest/poultry-photo-18.pdf 4
Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Program Safety first but lots of fun! Learn safe gun handling skills and sound fundamentals of shooting under the guidance of caring and knowledgeable adult volunteers. Promotes positive youth-adult interaction and peer ledership. The focus is on the total development of the young person. Knox County 4-H Shooting Sports Contest Dates.22 Rifle & Shotgun Contests Saturday, August 4, 1:00 pm, Knox County Fairgrounds Archery Contest Sunday, August 5, 2:00 pm, Knox County Fairgrounds BB Gun & Air Rifle Contests Wednesday, August 8, 3:00 pm, Knox County Fairgrounds Concession Stand for BB/Air Rifle Contest Would anyone be interested in having a Concession Stand during the BB Gun/Air Rifle Contest on Wednesday, August 8 starting at 3:00 pm? A need was expressed last year for a stand as nothing else is open and the contest goes rather late. Please contact the office if interested. Archery Practice Dates Monday, July 16 Monday, July 23 Monday, July 30 All practices start at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Bloomfield Airport. If you have questions about the Archery Practices, contact Kevin Millikan at 402-640- 3322 or Becky Millikan at 402-640-4643. Remember, all shooters must attend at least 2 practices each year to participate in the official contest. The official county shoot will be held Sunday, August 5, 2:00 pm at the Knox County Fairgrounds. 22 Rifle and Shotgun Practice Dates Thursday, July 12, 6:00 pm Thursday, July 19, 6:00 pm Thursday, July 26, 6:00 pm Thursday, August 2, 6:00 pm All practices will be held at the Knox County Fairgrounds in Bloomfield. Remember, all shooters must attend at least 2 practices each year to participate in the official contest. The official county shoot will be held Saturday, August 4, 1:00 pm at the Knox County Fairgrounds. BB Gun & Air Rifle Practice Dates Monday, July 16 Monday, July 23 Monday, July 30 All practices will start at 7:00 pm and will be held at the Bloomfield Airport, 54240 880 Rd. Remember, all shooters must attend at least 2 practices each year to participate in the official contest. The official county shoot will be held Wednesday, August 8, 3:00 pm at the Knox County Fairgrounds. Are you interested in ordering a 499 Competition BB gun? Eric Fuchtman will be putting an order together for anyone that wants a Daisy 499 competition BB gun. This is the most accurate BB gun made and he can get them for about $95.00. You are getting a lot of gun for your money! We will have some of these as club guns so kids can try them or use them. Call or text Eric at 402-394-8201 if interested. Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshops: 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop, October 20-21, 2018, Hastings NE More can be found at https://4h.unl.edu/shootingsports/instructor/calendar. Upcoming Shooting Sports Dates: 3 rd Annual Boone County Triathlon Archery- Rifle-Shotgun Events, September 9, 2018, Albion. More information available at https://4h.unl.edu/shooting-sports/calendar 5
Fair Pre-Entry Forms County fair pre-entry forms will be mailed out within the next week and are due back to the Extension office by July 27. County Fair Information Knox County Fair August 9 12, 2018 4-H T-Shirts The 4-H T-shirts for showing your animal projects at the fair are available at the Extension Office and we will have them at the County Fair also. Cost of the green 4-H T-shirts are: Youth (10-12 & 14-16) and Adult (Small, Medium, Large, XL) - $8.00 each. We also have some of the white 4-H T-shirts left for $6.00 each. Dress Code: 4-H exhibitors showing any animal projects (beef, dairy, sheep, goats, swine, cat, dog, poultry, pets and rabbits may wear a long-sleeve white shirt, white T- shirt (no club names), or the official Knox County T-shirt (either the green or the white T-shirt) and blue or dark jeans are preferred. No neck ties, hats, caps or other type of headgear are to worn in the show ring. Hard soled shoes or boots are recommended. Horse show exhibitors will find dress code regulations in the Horse Division of the fairbook. Bucket Calf Project Bucket calves need to be entered on Thursday, August 9 from 9-11 am and may be released after the show on Friday or stay the entire fair. Bucket Calf projects will be judged on 3 factors: 1/3 project record book; 1/3 interview; and 1/3 show ability of animal (handling, cleanliness, health). Bucket calf record books must be turned into the 4-H Fair Office by 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 9 so that the record book judging can take place prior to the show. The Bucket Calf Show will start at 10:00 p.m. on Friday, August 10 th. (No record book for Clover Kids bucket calf.) Bucket Calves will not be allowed to participate in the Feeder Calf Showmanship that starts at 1:00 p.m. This is for feeder calves only. Bucket Calf showmanship will be part of the Bucket Calf Show. Recognition will be given to the top record book score, top interview score, and top show score in the Bucket Calf Show. Fairground Camping Sites The contact for camping sites at the Knox County Fairgrounds is Debbie Nipp, phone 402-373-4655. 4-H Round Robin Contest The 8 th Annual 4-H Round Robin Showmanship Contest will be held on Sunday, August 12 th following the Large Beef Show or approximately 4:00 p.m. 4-H Dress Code is required. The Round Robin Showmanship Contest provides an opportunity for the 4-H Champion and Reserve Champion Senior and Junior Division Showman from the large animal species (horse, small beef, sheep, swine, and large beef) to compete for the best all-around senior and junior showman honors at the fair. It is very possible that one of the reserve showman could be named as Champion Round Robin Showman. Complete rules are available on page 18 of the fairbook. Belt Buckles for Round Robin Contest Belt buckles will be given to the Champion and Reserve Champion Senior and Junior Showman. Thanks to Jesse & Adele Rader, Rader Feed & Supply LLC, Creighton for sponsoring the belt buckles. Bucket Calf Record Books Bucket calf record books are split into a Beginning Level (ages 8-12 on Jan 1) and Advanced Level (ages 13 & over on Jan 1). Contact the office for a record book or they are available at http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/ani mal-resources/ Second Year Bucket Calf Project For those in the Second Year Bucket Calf project, the animals need to be entered on Thursday, August 9 th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and stay the entire fair. Showmanship and judging will take place on Sunday, August 12 th during the Large Beef Show. Record books need to be handed in on entry day, Thursday, August 9 by 6:00 p.m. The record book from the previous year needs to be handed in also. Record book available at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/a nimal-resources/ 6
Resources for Showing Beef Animals The following resources are available at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/animal-resources/ or from the extension office: Tips for Showing Beef Guide for Livestock Showmanship Contest Scrapie Information We have had some questions about the Scrapie Program and scrapie tags. In 2001 the USDA initiated a program to eradicate scrapie from the nation s sheep flocks and goat herds. The Nebraska State Fair requires that all sheep and goats be identified with a scrapie tag and these are the guidelines that Knox County follows. Information on the Scrapie Program can be found at http://www.nda.nebraska.gov/animal/diseases/scrapie/index.html Need tags call toll free 1-866-873-2824, select option 7 to request official ear tags at no cost and/or a flock ID number. Watering Information for Pigs at Fairs Benny Mote, UNL Swine Extension Specialist has shared information about providing water to your pigs at fair time. Benny shares that water is the most important nutrient you provide your pig to keep them looking and performing their best. Check out his article at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/knox/swine%20exhibitors_water.pdf 7
2018 Nebraska State Fair Information The 2018 State Fair 4-H Fairbook is available at http://4h.unl.edu/fairbook. State Fair Livestock Entry Link The deadline for livestock animal registration for 4-H and FFA is by Friday, August 10 at 8:00 p.m. The online registration opens July 10. The entry of livestock for State Fair is done by the families, not by the Extension Office. This is the link directly to the State Fair 4H/FFA page where important documents and the online entry system link is https://www.statefair.org/p/getinvolved/4hffa State Fair Premier 4-H Science Award As you plan your 4-H fair exhibits, remember to incorporate 4-H Science into your exhibit. The Premier 4-H Science Award recognizes 4-H youth static exhibits incorporating or demonstrating concepts from the areas of 4-H Science (science, technology, engineering, or math) at the State Fair. Exhibits in all curriculum areas will be considered for the award. Youth can identify one exhibit to be considered for the Premier 4-H Science Award. The application must be submitted along with a photograph of the exhibit (to be used for identification only). All projects successfully incorporating 4-H Science, based on the judging sheet, and selected to be exhibited at State Fair will be recognized with a certificate and up to 3 top exhibits will receive a $100 cash award sponsored by the Nebraska 4-H Foundation. More information at https://4h.unl.edu/fairbook/premier-scienceaward NE State Fair Volunteer Opportunities Do you want to spend a few hours at the state fair as an important part of the 4-H programming going on during the fair? We need your help! Nebraska 4-H is looking for volunteers to help with exhibit entry day, judging, and serving as 4-H exhibit building hosts. Volunteers will also be needed to serve as the Lil Green Mascot and an event photographer. We also need people to assist with all 4-H contests and events throughout the fair. State Fair 4-H volunteers will receive a gate pass for the day(s) they volunteer. Volunteers can sign-up by completing the 4-H Volunteer Interest Form available online at https://go.unl.edu/2018statefairvolunteer. If you have questions about being a 4-H volunteer at the Nebraska State Fair, please contact: Cathy Johnston, Extension Educator, cjohnston1@unl.edu or (402) 472-1762. We look forward to seeing you in Grand Island! Elite Showman Competition at Nebraska State Fair The Nebraska Department of Agriculture along with the Rural Radio Network will be hosting the 13 th Annual Elite Showman Competition on Saturday, September 1 st at the Nebraska State Fair. The contest is open to both 4-H and FFA youth and the county must select one individual (either 4-H or FFA) to represent the county at the state event. Exhibitors must be between 14-18 years of age (as of Jan 1). The contest rules, schedule and structure of events can be found at http://www.nda.nebraska.gov/showman/index.html State Fair 4-H Culinary Challenge Contest The 2018 Challenge Ingredient is beef. Each team must incorporate the challenge ingredient into their food item that will be presenting during the contest. More information is available at https://4h.unl.edu/fairbook/contests/culinarychallenge 8