La Paz County 4-H News

La Paz County 4-H News La Paz County Cooperative Extension - 2524 Mutahar Street PO Box 3485 - Parker, AZ 85344 928.669.9843 http://extension.arizona.edu/la-paz Feb 3 P-Town Wranglers Club meeting 5:30 p.m. Feb 5 - Leaders Council meeting 5:00 p.m. Feb 5 Swine meeting Lower 40 6:30 pm Feb 9 Rabbit Working meeting ( all invited) 11:00 am Feb 9 McMullan Valley Club Meeting 5:00pm Feb 11 Best N Better Club meeting 6:00 pm Feb 11 - Swine meeting Best N Better Feb 12 Clover Buds meeting 5:00pm Feb 13 Lower 40 club meeting 6:30 pm Feb 14 Fair entry forms due 12:00pm Feb 17 Rabbit working meeting 11:00 am Feb 18 Fair Board meeting 6:30 pm Feb 25 Youth Livestock meeting 6:30 pm Feb 26 Clover buds 5:00 pm March 1 Best n Better swine fitting 1:00pm March 2 Rabbit meeting 11:00am March 5 Lower 40 swine meeting 6:30pm March 7 & 8 RVs to Fair grounds 9:00am to 5:00pm March 8 Pen/Indoor Project area set up 9:00am March 11 Enter indoor projects/interview 3:00pm to 7:00pm March 12 Animals to fair grounds 9:00am to 3:00pm March 12 Clubs decorate bales 9:00am to 3:00pm March 12 Weight in/sifting 3:00 pm March 13 Opening ceremony 8:45 am March 13 Herdsmanship 9:00 am to 7:00pm March 13 Large animal Market Classes 9:00 am March 13 Small animal Market Classes 3:00pm March 13 Animal costume contest 5:00 pm March 13 4-H indoor exhibit open March 14 Herdsmanship 9:00am to 7:00pm March 14 Large animal Showmanship 9:00 am March 14 Small animal Showmanship 3:00 pm March 14 Cavy Exhibition following small animal showmanship March 14-4-H indoor exhibit open March 15 Herdsmanship 9:00 am 7:00pm March 15 Round Robin Showmanship 9:00 am March 15 Parade of Clubs/ Awards 11:45 March 15 Livestock auction 1:00 pm March 15 4-H indoor exhibit open March 16 Load animals into truck 7:00 am March 16 Clean up 9:30 am March 16 Club competition/olympics 11:00 am March 16 Pick up indoor projects 6:00 pm. Susan Walter Susan Walter Administrative Secretary Debbie Pettigrew 4H Program Coordinator

Fair 101 Fair Entry Requirements It is time to enter your projects into the fair. The first thing you should do is READ the guidelines and requirements listed in the fair book. You can obtain a copy at the 4-H Office, online at lapazcountyfair.org or by calling the Fair Office (669-8100) and having it emailed to you. After reading the requirements, TALK to your leader if you have any questions, and if you need clarification ASK for help. If you need additional help CALL the 4-H Office. The key to a successful entry day is communication La Paz County Fair Website All persons who are between the ages of 6 99 are required to have a pass to get into the Fair. Parents and Family members, remember to get your fair passes early. Last year we had parents standing at the gate at 7:00 unable to get into the fair grounds with their children. The ticket booth does not open until 8:00 am each day. The fair office will be selling passes the week prior to the fair and will be open on Sat. when we are doing fair set up. La Paz County Fair Admission Prices Daily Admission 5 and under Free Youth 6-12 and Senior 65 and older - $6.00 Anyone 13-64 - $8.00. http://lapazcountyfair.org/ La Paz County Fair 2014 March 13-16 From Wagon Wheels to Ferris Wheels Seasonal Pass 5 & under Free Youth 6-12 and Senior 65 and older - $15.00 Anyone 13 64 - $23.00 If you have any questions, please contact the fair office at 669-8100.

Fair 101-Interview Judging 4-H Agricultural & General Projects and Family and Consumer Science Entry Day is coming up fast. All Exhibitors must participate in an interview. Here are a few quick tips to have a successful interview: 1. If you have more than one entry into any area, you only need to interview once. For example, if you make 3 different kinds of cookies, you will only interview in one. Pick your favorite! 2. If a 4-H member has an entry in food, sewing, livestock related projects, each project will require a separate interview. 3. Official 4-H Dress is required for the interview. 4. Shake the judge s hand and introduce yourself before being seated. 5. Make great eye contact. 6. Know your project! Be able to tell what your favorite thing about the project, your least favorite, was it hard to make, what were three things you learned, would you do it again and if so what would you change? If you are interviewing for food and nutrition make sure you know the recipe and the nutritional value. 7. Practice have someone role play with you before Entry Day. 8. Shake the judge s hand before leaving the interview and thank the judge for their time. 9. Smile! A smile leaves a lasting impression.

Set a Good Example Remember that the fair is an exhibition and a way for the public to see what you have been working on all year long. With that being said, keep in mind that you re representing your family, your 4-H club and the La Paz County 4-H Program while you re at the fair. Be mindful of setting a good example for others with your behavior, your clothing and your attitude. Parents as well as members should remember to be good sportsmen! La Paz County Fair Dress Code La Paz County Fair Official 4-H Dress consists of dark blue or black pants; a long sleeved solid white or dark green (no lime, neon, light or checked) collared, tucked in, shirt that fastens in the front; closed toe black or brown leather or canvas shoes and belts are required. 4-H green neck ties are suggested. Arm bands or other accessories are optional. It is important to remember that your white show shirts can become transparent in some light, so all should remember to wear white tank tops or t-shirts under your shirts. Also, during sifting and weigh in you must be in closed toe shoes for safety and appropriate clothing as to be covered up when you re bending over or climbing over pens and fences! If you have any additional questions about show dress, please call and ask ahead of time.

Exhibitor Number Holders La Paz Youth Livestock has determined that all exhibitors will be required to wear number halters that display exhibitor numbers in front and in back. The numbers youth receive at weigh in should correspond with the animal s ear tag/tattoo/band. Youth with more than one animal will have multiple cards to match the animal they are showing. It is the youth s responsibility to ensure they are wearing the correct number prior to entering the show ring. Displaying the wrong number could be cause for disqualification. Number Halters can be purchased at any livestock supply store. If you have any question please feel free to contact me. RV s All 4-H RV s will be placed down below just like last year. Cost is still $25.00 for the week. You must deliver your RV either on Friday the 7 th or Saturday the 8 th between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. When you arrive please see Janie or Nikki for the proper Paperwork. If you have any questions, please contact the fair office 669-8100.

Fair Clean-up Schedule for 4-H Clubs Thursday Following Large Stock Show. Garbage cans around show ring Lower 40 Clean up under and around Bleachers McMullan Valley Following Small Stock Show Garbage cans around show ring Best N Better Clean up under and around Bleachers P- Town Garbage can located in the large and small stock area should be dumped as they are filled. SO if you place garbage in the bins and you see that it is full empty it. Wash rack will remain clean if you pick up after yourself. Friday Following Large Stock Show Garbage cans around show ring McMullan Valley Clean up under and around Bleachers Lower 40 Following the Small Stock Show Garbage cans around the show ring P-Town Clean up under and around the Bleachers Best n Better Saturday After Auction Clean up Wash rack including trash cans in large stock area Best N Better Garbage cans around show ring P-Town Small stock area including trash cans Lower 40 Clean up under and around bleachers McMullan Valley Sunday All exhibitors must clean their own area and take to garbage bin once animals are released. You will be fined if your area is not cleaned. Small stock area garbage cans, pens stacked, grounds cleaned Best N Better Clean up around and under bleachers including announcer area Lower 40 All Garbage cans - McMullan Valley Wash rack area and open grounds. P-Town Washing Schedule 5:30 to 6:30 FFA 6:30 to 7:15 McMullan Valley Swine 7:15 to 7:45 Lower 40 Swine 7:45 to 8:00 Best N Better and P Town Swine 8:00 to 8:30 All 4-H Steer, Sheep & Goats

La Paz County Fair Photo Contest La Paz County Fair will be sponsoring a Photo Contest. The contest deadline is February 15 th, 2014. Have fun and show us what happens prior to getting to the fair. The guidelines are: 1. Must be a Fair project related photo. In can include working, showing, playing with animal projects, food project preparation or consumption, sewing projects being made or modeled, hiking activities, etc. A description of photo and name of who took the photo needs to be included please. 2. There is no limit on entries. 3. Photo needs to be emailed to Nikki at lapazcountfair@yahoo.com 4. Categories will be divided into age groups and non 4-H members (parents, friends, relatives ) 5. Division are 6 th grade and under, Jr. High, High School, and non- member. 6. Photo needs to be a JPEG format with highest resolution possible. 7. Photos will become the property of La Paz County Fair. 8. 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd prizes will be given. Winner will be announced during the Fair March 13-16, 2014. 9. Winning photos will be displayed in the exhibit area during the fair and then be placed in the Fair office after the completion of the fair. If you have any additional questions please don t hesitate to contact Nikki at lapazcountyfair@yahoo.com Colorado River Small Stock Show To all of you who participated in the Colorado River Small Stock Show, congratulations. I am proud to say that La Paz County had animals of every species competing for Champion and many of our youth competing for Champion Showmanship. Vicki Ferris had champion pigeon and Conner Smith was Reserve Champion Intermediate Round Robin Winner. Special thanks to all La Paz County Parents and Supporters who set up for the show, worked booths, announced, reworked quizzes and cleaned up after two long days.

RECORD BOOK PHOTOS Photos can show a well-rounded picture of your 4-H experience. Be sure to include photos of you doing different activities throughout the year, such as helping with a community project, going to events, workshops, etc. Include pictures working on your projects (action pictures). Tell a complete story of your experiences through photos. If you have questions contact your community club leaders. Record Books All record books are due on April 18, 2014 by 5:00 here in the 4-H Office. You can get the fillable forms on line at http://extension.ariaona.edu/4h/state/forms under the member tab, or pick up here at the 4-H office. Begin working on your story early. They need to be signed by your community club and project leaders, so don t wait until the last minute! We will be judging record books on Wednesday, April 23 rd and need help. Please let me know if you are interested in helping with record book judging. YUMA SAILA 5 Members of Lower 40 4-H represented La Paz County at the Yuma SAILA. Congratulations to all of you. You did a great job. I am proud to say many of our youth were 1 st or 2 nd in their class and were called back to compete in the Championship Final. Parents and youth alike stated that this show was a great learning experience.

P-Town Wranglers Lower 40 On our January 6 th club meeting Caysen Romo did a presentation on his bore goat. He had some very interesting information on goats. One of which was 63% of red meat consumed is goat meat. This past month has been very exciting be able to see everyone s animals for fair. We have been able to weigh all the animals twice and make home visits to all the members with animals. Upcoming Events February 3 rd - Mariah Vilafonia and Zavier Zeyoma will be doing animal presentations February 8 th - Pin set up February 22 nd - Buyers Lunch at the preserve Lower 40 had our monthly meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at the Freeman Sharp Building. Thank you to everyone who volunteered to serve at the CRIT Community Feed. And thank you to the volunteers who wrapped presents this holiday season. Mandatory fairgrounds cleanup will be on Saturday, January 11, 2014. Quality Assurance training will be on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 11:30am at the fairgrounds. You need this if you are raising large livestock. Colorado River Small Stock Show will be on January 17 & 18, 2014 at the fairgrounds. Yuma S.A.I.L.A will be at Yuma fairgrounds on Saturday, January 25, 2014. The next pig meeting will be on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at 6:30 at Players. The next Lower 40 club meeting will be on Thursday, February 15, 2014 at 6:30 PM at the Freeman Sharp building. BEST N BETTER MEETING 01/14/14 Happy New Year family! We held our meeting at the First Baptist Church of Parker, we discussed the upcoming small stock show, and what attire should be worn as well as what to expect as far as registration. Please bring a raffle item for the Small stock show from the club, or personal donation. Our Raffle to earn money for the Fair entry bands will be held at our next meeting, February 11 th. We handed out tickets for the members to sell, and for each set of tickets they are to bring in a raffle item. Should be a good time!