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Scotts Bluff County 4-H Newsletter - September 2016

Way to Go!! Another fair is in the books and we all have a lot to be

proud of! 4-H members, their families, and dedicated

volunteers did a great job making the 2016 Scotts Bluff

County Fair a successful event. Our members really

showed off the skills they learned throughout their 4-H

career! Take time to reflect on how far you have come with

your projects!

Scotts Bluff Co 4-H

Scotts Bluff Co 4-H Website

Email Us

Remember to send your Thank You Notes

4-H Members: Please take the time to send "Thank You"

notes to those who sponsored your awards as well as those

who helped you with your 4-H projects. These people and

businesses have given their time and money to support not

only the 4-H program, but YOU! Please show your

appreciation for these generous people.

Fair Exhibits to Be Picked Up A few exhibits and ribbons from the Scotts Bluff

County and Nebraska State Fair are at the Extension

Office. Exhibits and ribbons need to be picked up as

soon as you can. We’re open Monday–Friday,

8 am to 5 pm. Thanks!

September 2016

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Scotts Bluff County 4-H State Fair Results 2016

During the 2016 Nebraska State Fair, which was held from August 26 to September 5 at the Nebraska State Fairgrounds in Grand Island, Nebraska, 4-H members from across the state entered exhibits showcasing their skills in the areas of livestock, public speaking, photography, sewing, robotics and numerous other static exhibits. The State Fair is a chance for about 144,000 Nebraska 4-H youth, representing all 93 counties, to share what they have learned and worked on throughout the year. Only exhibits receiving a purple ribbon at county fair are eligible to advance to the Nebraska State Fair. Scotts Bluff County was represented by 4-H youth who made the trip or sent projects to Grand Island. Highlights include: Livestock: Jackson Allen - Purple - Champion Intermediate Sheep Showmanship Jayden Allen - Purple - Champion All Other Breed Market Lambs Teagan Flick - Purple - Reserve Natural Color Market Lamb Morgan Heil – Purple – Best of Breed Californian Rabbit Sydnee Strain - Purple - Reserve Senior Sheep Showmanship Tate Talkington - Purple - Reserve Division III Market Meat Goat The Rainbow Recognition Award recognizes individuals whose 4-H projects drew special attention. Jessica Splichal – Quilt Exhibits receiving special recognition from the Nebraska Foundation: Kenna Krahulik - Photography exhibit (this will be displayed at the University of Nebraska Animal Science Department) Jessica Splichal – Quilt Class Winner For complete listing of State Fair Results, check out our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/

Scotts Bluff County 4-H Newsletter - September 2016

4-H Record Books - Deadline October 14th!

The Nebraska 4-H Career Portfolio is the annual record-keeping system used by Nebraska 4-H youth. It is

a composite of all 4-H and non 4-H projects/activities throughout the individual’s 4-H career. The 4-H

Career Portfolio is required for Nebraska 4-H youth to be eligible for many county and state awards.

The 4-H Career Portfolio includes the following:

Green 4-H cover ($3.70 at Extension Office)

pre-printed tab dividers ($3.65 at Extension Office)

application AND curriculum forms

4-H Career Portfolio

4-H Curriculum Story

supporting material (4 photo pages, 2 non-photo pages)

The 4-H Career Portfolio is scored on the following items:

Project Accomplishments

4-H Leadership, Community Service, Volunteer, Citizenship and Educational Experiences

4-H Career Story

4-H Support Materials

Non 4-H Experiences

General

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Scotts Bluff County 4-H Newsletter - September 2016

Project Record forms and Career Portfolio forms can be downloaded at http://4h.unl.edu/careerportfolio or

stop by the Extension Office for a paper copy.

Career Portfolios are due to the Extension Office by October 14th..

Remember, we are always here to help with filling out forms, record book questions, or for

other information. Please do not hesitate to contact the Extension Office at 308-632-

1480, Scotts-bluff-County@unl.edu, or Jana at jschwartz2@unl.edu.

Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program - Pins are awarded at all levels!

The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program is designed to encourage 4-H youth to engage in a variety of

projects and activities that will enable them to acquire the life skills necessary to lead successful lives as

competent, caring and contributing citizens.

The program’s overall goal is to provide 4-H members a rich and diverse learning experience. The

program consists of six levels that require a 4-H member to plan and report a broad range of age-

appropriate accomplishments.

The program is designed to enable every 4-H member willing to exert the effort an opportunity to be

recognized, regardless of how they are involved in 4-H. The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program is a

statewide form of recognition. Participation in this program is optional.

For each level, the Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover program provides a list of accomplishments from which

4-Hers choose their goals. The accomplishments are age appropriate and increase in quantity and

difficulty for each level. At the beginning of the 4-H year, participants PLAN what to accomplish and at the

end of the 4-H year, they REPORT on their completed accomplishments. Successful completion of a

Level’s Plan & Report form results in a 4-Her earning that level of the Diamond Clover program (Level 6

also requires a service-learning project).

4-H members will obtain a certificate of achievement at the end of the 4-H year once they have completed

a level. Levels 1 through 5 are awarded by the county extension office at Achievement Night. Level 6

recipients will be presented a certificate and diamond clover pin by the state 4-H office. The state 4-H Web

site will list all youth who have earned the Diamond Level. Plan and Report forms are due October 14.

· Improves self esteem

· Enhances the progress toward self-set goals

· Develops life skills

· Encourages and supports lifelong learning

· Provides opportunities for youth/adult partnerships

· Résumé building

For more information and details on the Diamond Clover program, visit

http://4h.unl.edu/diamondclover or contact the Extension Office.

Robotics Club

The Robotics Club will be meeting on October 5th from 4-5:30 pm at the Extension Office 4-H Room. The club

is open to 4-H members who were 9 and up on January 1st of the current year. If you are interested, please

contact Jana Schwartz at jschwartz2@unl.edu or 308-632-1480.

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An Award Winning Achievement Celebration is planned for November 6th!!

You are cordially invited to join us on Sunday November 6th for the Annual 4-H Achievement Celebration. Hosted by your local 4-H Academy of Fine Work (4-H Council) The event will be held in the beautiful Panhandle Research & Extension Center Auditorium from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Recognition of the fine members and their great performances and hard work will be the order of the day. There will be an After Party directly following the awards event in the Blue Stem Room. Please plan to attend this gala event with your whole family and all of the finest members of the 4-H Academy of Scotts Bluff County. Attire for the event is red carpet casual or your best showmanship attire.

Volunteer and Heart of 4-H Awards

The 4-H Council honors several individuals and businesses each year for their support of our youth program. Please contact our office with names of people you think deserve to be nominated.

4-H Council Nominations

Executive Council Members (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) are elected at the Achievement Night. By October 14th please contact a Council Member or the Nebraska Extension Office if you have nominations. The 4-H Council meets every other month. The President of the Council is also required to represent 4-H at six Extension Board Meetings each year.

I Dare You Award and Outstanding 4-H Member Awards

The “I Dare You” Award and Outstanding 4-H Member Award are two of the highest honors given on the county level. Both awards are based on a 4-Her’s activities and accomplishments. Each of these awards is given out every year. 4-H leaders, parents, the 4-Hers themselves, or a friend can submit an application for the 4-Her of their choice. Members who are 16–18 years of age as of January 1, 2016 are eligible. Applications are due October 14th and can be found online at http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/scottsbluff-morrill/scottsbluffcounty4h/.

Outstanding Leader Award

4-Hers and 4-H families, here is your chance to recognize your 4-H leader and all of the hard work they do. We are now accepting nominations for the Outstanding 4-H Leader Award. Our leaders are vital people in 4-H. Anyone who belongs to our 4-H family can nominate a leader. Just submit their names along with a short story about why you think they should be chosen. Applications are due October 1 and can be found at http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/scottsbluff-morrill/scottsbluffcounty4h/.

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Like us on facebook to stay in touch with all things 4-H in Scotts Bluff County. Find results and photos from

the Scotts Bluff County Fair and see how our members did at the Nebraska State Fair. Many THANKS to

Ron Ahlers at Make This Social for being our fair photographer and posting all the fabulous pictures to our

facebook page.

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Nebraska 4-H Club of the Month

Nebraska 4-H Foundation is taking applications for October's Club of the Month until October 25. Be sure to apply and be acknowledged for your achievements, service projects, and awards! Winners will receive a $50 check from the Nebraska 4-H Foundation and will be recognized statewide! Applications can be found at http://ne4hfoundation.org/recognition/

Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop Offered in Bridgeport

A Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop is scheduled for October in Bridgeport, NE. It will be held October 29-30 at the Prairie Winds Community Center in Bridgeport. The deadline to register for the session is October 19th. Volunteers have the opportunity to become certified as an adult (21 years and older) or apprentice (14-20 years old) leader. Five project areas will be offered at the Bridgeport Workshop - rifle, shotgun, hunting skills, pistol, and archery. There is a minimum number of participants needed to offer these disciplines at the workshops. Workshop participants will learn under expert instruction from members of the Nebraska State 4-H Shooting Sports Training Team. The registration fee is $100.00 per person for initial certification and $90.00 per person that are currently a certified instructor and are adding an additional discipline. This fee includes meals, supplies and program materials. Participants must make their own lodging arrangements. Registration on Saturday runs from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Please share this information with volunteers in your county. For more workshop information and registration link, go to the 4-H Shooting Sports web page at http://4h.unl.edu/shooting-sports/instructor/calendar, contact your local Nebraska Extension Office or Steve Pritchard at (402)395-2158 or (308)536-2691. Registration is available only online at the link provided in the brochure or they can register directly at - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQtG9wokwdHs4RbXlWX3hLr8shtf6M4bQ_3fXn8a8piHCo8A/viewform .

Get Ready for National 4-H Week

Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate your 4-H pride and put your club in the spotlight! How will you spread the word about 4-H during National 4-H Week?

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2016 SCOTTS BLUFF COUNTY 4-H CALENDAR

OCTOBER 2-8 – National 4-H Week 3 - Robotics Club - PREC- 4:00-5:;30pm 11 - Sale Committee - PREC - 6pm 11 - Livestock Committee Following Sale Committee 14 – Record Books Due 14 – Council and Award Nominations Due 14 – Diamond Clover Applications Due 17– Record Book Judging PREC - 6pm 29-30– Shooting Sports Leader Training - Bridgeport NOVEMBER 6 – 4-H Achievement Event - PREC - 2pm 7 – Pick up Premium Money PREC 24 – Thanksgiving Day-Office Closed 25 – Office Closed 28 – 4-H Council, 7pm PREC DECEMBER 26-Jan 2-Holiday Closedown – Office closed JANUARY 27 – Last Day to pick up Premium Money

Scotts Bluff County 4-H Newsletter - September 2016

4-H Council Members for 2016 President Wendi Callenius Vice-President Patty Pittman Secretary Julie Lane Treasurer Becky Spencer Youth Rep Alexis Souza Youth Rep John Thomas

UNL Extension in Scotts Bluff County

4-H Extension Associate: Jana Schwartz, jschwartz2@unl.edu Extension Educators: Kelley Rice, Jackie Guzman, Jim Schild, Gary Stone Office Manager: Stacy Brown

Secretary/Receptionist: Jeanne Yeoman

Scotts Bluff County

Panhandle Research and Extension Center 4502 Avenue I

Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Phone: 308-632-1480 Fax: 308-632-1481

Office Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm http://scottsbluff-morrill.unl.edu