Second Quarter (April-May-June) 2019 Teresa’s Tid Bits…...
Wow! I can’t believe we are in the second quarter of 2019 already. Where has the time flown to? I want to take a moment to thank all of our outstanding volunteers, without you we would not be able to have such a strong youth development program. If you are interested in helping out just give us a shout at the extension office and we can get you on board. Please take a moment to read through this edition of our newsletter as we have more changes to prepare for. The biggest change this year is the fair entry dates. The deadline is two weeks earlier in the year, so we can be better prepared for the fair. Fair Entry will open on June 17 and will close on July 19. All entry fees for the fair will be due by July 19. These dates have been changed to help us (and our barn superintendents) to plan our layout for the fair. Don’t forget to sign up for a Quality Assurance class if you are taking an animal to sell at the fair. Yes you will even need to take this class if you are only selling a rabbit. We would like to be
excellent producers of a quality product for our end consumer! You will need to sign up on 4HOnline for the classes, just check the livestock section in this newsletter for more information.
Teresa Balderrama
Kootenai/Shoshone County 4-H Program Coordinator
Kootenai County 1808 N. 3rd Street
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83814 Phone 208/446-1680
Email: [email protected]
State Teen Association Convention
Mark Your Calendar!
Idaho State Teen Association
Convention
S.T.A.C.
June 24-27, 2019
Moscow Idaho
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Do you need helpful reminders for 4-H events, deadlines,
etc.??? If you do, sign up for the “Remind Texting App”.
Stop by the office or send Teresa an email (with name and
number to text to) to get your name added to the list.
Quality
Assurance
Trainings!
If you are planning on selling any livestock this year at fair, you must attend one
of the below Quality Assurance trainings. They will be held at the Extension Office
and will last approximately an hour and a half. To sign up log onto your family
4HOnline page and register for an event. All classes will be held at the Extension
Office
April 12, 6:00 PM June 29, 11:00AM
May 3, 6:00PM June 29, 3:00PM
June 12, 3:00PM July 31, 10:00AM
Note: There is an online option to take this class at YQCA.org You will need to
register using the 4HOnline option, and be sure to print off your certificate to
submit. There is a fee to complete the online option, the live classes from Sharla
are free.
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2018-2019 Fair Entry
Once again we will be using the Fair Entry System to enter projects in to fair. The enrollment will open June 19th!
www.fairenty.com
The Official Word
Idaho 4-H Policies and Procedures is the official publication for Idaho 4-H policies and procedures. It is revised and published biannually. The publication provides information on the vision and mission of Idaho 4-H and a variety of topics of interest to volunteer leaders. Topics include membership/age, 4-H code of conduct, use of the 4-H name and emblem, and liability coverage and grievance procedures. Copies are available at the Extension Office and on the Idaho 4-H web site.
Project Requirements
As you plan for next year, please remember that project requirements and exhibit standards are fully described in the Kootenai/Shoshone County 4-H Project Requirements - every Organizational Leader will receive a full copy and project leaders need to get requirements for the projects they are signed up to lead. These will also be posted on our Kootenai County Extension website (when it gets up and running) and at your 4-H Online family home page. Remember that our county project requirements are similar to the State level requirements, but there are slight variations that supersede the state version. There will be extra copies at the Extension Office or available electronically by request.
If all leaders, members, and parents review the project and exhibit requirements at the beginning of a project, then there shouldn’t be any problems when a project is submitted for exhibit at next year’s Fair. Remember - All projects have a record book or
portfolio! All record books include a story! All projects require a demonstration! All projects have an exhibit standard!
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Volunteer Association
Needs Your Help
Next Meeting: May 16th, 7 PM
NOTE:
We will be meeting at the Extension Office
2018-2019
Officers:
President: Nicole Olson
Vice Pres.: Candy Shelton
Sec: Nicole Wasserberger
Treasurer: Elliot Taub
Trips t0 Take National 4-H
Dairy Conference
The United Dairymen of Idaho
sponsor 4-H Members to attend
the National Dairy Conference
every year. The conference is in
late September in Madison,
Wisconsin. Members must be
between 15 and 19 and have
excelled in either Dairy Cattle or
Dairy Foods for the last 3 years.
For complete eligibility
requirements and an application
form, contact the Extension
Office or visit the State 4-H web
site at www.uidaho.edu/4h.
National 4-H Congress
National 4-H Congress will be held in late November in
Atlanta, Georgia. This is a really great experience for
those members who have excelled in the 4-H program.
Congress includes workshops, cultural events,
community service projects, a fashion review, and
sightseeing. Idaho 4-H members who are 14-18 years
old as of January 1, 2019 and who have not previously
attended National 4-H Congress, will be selected to
attend. State and local donors provide partial support;
the State 4-H Program secures registration and lodging
funds. Delegates help pay a portion of their travel
expenses. Contact the Extension Office for more
information. Application are open through 4HOnline
from early April 1 to early June 10.
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Continuing to Welcome New
4-H Members! Despite March 1st,
having come and gone, we are still
welcoming in new 4-H members. The
process for these members is having them
register and pay at the Extension Office. We
will provide them with a list of clubs and
have them reach out to the Organization
Leaders to see if the club is still accepting
members and if so, that the meeting times
and locations work for them. The only
difference between these member’s and
the members who were registered before
March 1st, is they aren’t able to compete at
the North Idaho State Fair as a 4-H member.
If the project they are completing has an
open class they will be able to compete in
NExA (Northwest Expedition Academy) will be joining our
4-H Family as their own club!
This will be an exciting new adventure for our 4-H program and all of the
new members and families.
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The Stock Barn
Kootenai 4-H Shop and Swap
Pass on gently used show clothes, boots, livestock
equipment, fencing, trailers, animals…..what sits in your
barn???
Beef Goat Sheep Swine
Minimum
Weight 1,000
lbs* 60 lbs
105
lbs
230
lbs
Maximum
Weight
(Capped weight
for Stock Sale)
1,425 lbs 110
lbs
150lb
s
300
lbs
Minimum
ADG
(to qualify for finals)
2.00
lbs/day
0.25
lbs/
day
0.40
lbs/
day
1.60
lbs/
day
* for those members with registered Aberdeen steers, the
minimum weight for 75% to pure is 750lbs and for 50% to 74% is
900 lbs.
Swine Weigh-In May 21st from 3-9 PM @ Fairgrounds
This year we will have no club schedule to weigh in your pigs. Members are encouraged to come to the scale between 3-9 PM. Members with breeding stock at home will NOT have an early weigh in time. If you have a pig showing signs of any kind of sickness we ask that you contact the Extension Office prior to this event and plan to weigh in at the end of the weigh in time period.
Small Animal Council June 3rd at 6 PM @ Extension Office
Livestock Leaders The Livestock Leaders next scheduled
meeting is May 8 th at 7:00 PM. There will be a stock sale committee meeting at 6:30 PM.
Buying Animals and COOL As you purchase animals for your 2018-
2019 4-H projects, remember that you need to get documentation on where they were born and where they have been raised. We have a sample “Bill of Sale” form here at the Extension Office that you may want to use. Also remember that all cattle need brand inspections and that all animals crossing state lines need health certificates at the time of purchase. It is your responsibility to make sure you are in compliance with state and federal laws.
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Next
Horse Leaders
Meeting is
May 7th @ 6 PM
Equine Retreat and Horse Camp will be June 16th-22nd
Register in 4HOnline and Pay at the Extension Office.
Mark your Calendars!
Help Needed
Horse Leaders: We are looking
for help this summer with shows,
clinics, and more. If you can
volunteer your time when you
are at the shows please let us
know. We would love the extra
help this summer!
April 2 …....Horse ID due on 4HOnline
April 2….…Sign up/Payment night for Camp/Retreat
April 20…...County Oral Presentations
April 25.…..County Hippology Contest - 6pm
April 27.......Helping Hands Clinic - 10am
May 11….…Helping Hands Show - 9am
May 4...…..Shaggy Days Show (games for fun) - 9am
May 18…….Horse Judging Contest - 1pm
June 8……..Poor Boy Show - 8am Helping Hands
The Helping Hands clinic and
show are for 1st and 2nd year
horse members to get a better
understanding of how prepare
for 4-H shows and what it is like.
Do Not bring your horse to the
clinic - but do bring your horse
to the show. Get more infor-
mation from your leader or the
Extension Office
County Horse Expectations
In addition to your club and project meetings and activities, each horse member needs to complete the following: • Participate in at least 1 County Activity (Horse Bowl, Oral Presenta-
tions, Hippology or Horse Judging) • Have ID’s for any horse you may use in 4-H completed by April 2nd • Give an Oral Presentation at they club level or above • Exhibit in a 4-H Horse Show (or other pre-approved horse show) • Submit a completed Record book and other required forms by the last
business day of September
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Club Fundraising Opportunity
Does your Club need a fundraiser idea?
Every Saturday from May until October, your 4-H club has
a chance to earn some $$$
The Kootenai County Farmers market is partnering up with
4-H to provide the farmers market shoppers assistance with
purchased goods through the “Kids With Carts” program.
Your club will spend a scheduled
Saturday from 8:45 AM –2:00 PM at the
farmers market located at Prairie and
Hwy 95 providing a cart service to
shoppers. Your club will provide excellent
customer service to shoppers and get to
keep all the tips earned during the day.
Your obligation will be to provide a minimum of one adult to
be in charge for the day and three 4-H members to operate the
carts.
This is a great way to provide a service to our community,
share about our 4-H program, and make a few bucks for your
club! Please contact Teresa to schedule a Saturday for your
club to be involved!
(208) 446-1680
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Dog Leaders
Dog Leader Meeting The Dog leaders will meet
on Monday, May 13th at 6:00 PM, Extension Office to begin program and event planning for this 4-H year.
2019 Kootenai/Shoshone 4-H Dog
Upcoming Dates
April 2 Dog ID Due on 4HOnline
April 5 Fairgrounds Dog practice Begins - 6:00 PM
April 20 County Oral Presentations 8:00 AM
May 1 Sign up Deadline for AKC Good Citizenship Test
May 13 Dog Leader Meeting - 7:00 PM
May 26-28 & June 7-9 Dog Agility Fundraiser
June 11-14 Dog Camp, Fairgrounds
Canine Good Citizen Test This year we will be performing an agility performance at the fair
that will be bigger than last year. Our agility demonstrations were a
huge hit and we have been asked to return! To qualify for this
years performance you need to pass the CGC with your dog. If
your dog has passed this test in the past please contact Teresa at the extension of-
fice. The testing is free for 4-H and will be held on multiple dates. The testing ses-
sions are limited to 10 dogs, and will be available to sign up on 4HOnline on May 1st.
Classes will be available until filled. All testing will be done at the Fairgrounds. CC
tests are as follows:
May 11th 10:00 AM
Dog Camp Week date TBD
June 29th 6:00 PM
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T-Shirts
Still Available
$10 each
Shooting Sports Leader Training We are again offering Shooting Sports Training for leaders in
April in the following disciplines: Archery, Hunting, Pistol (handgun),
Rifle, Muzzleloader, & Shotgun. Mark your calendars for the 13th and
14th of April. Registration is now open and forms are available at the Ex-
tension Office or drop us an email and we will get one out to you. The
Kootenai/Shoshone Volunteer Council has budgeted funds to scholarship
leaders for this training, so what are you waiting for….get signed up to-
day!
April 13 & 14 @ The Kootenai County Fairgrounds
Leaders: If you are showing a “Pending” status on your
4HOnline profile, check under the training tab to see if
your protecting minors training is completed.
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Volunteer Association News
The Volunteer (Leader) Association is
currently working on updating the bylaws.
At the next meeting, we will be voting on
the proposed amendments.
Please take a moment to read the
changes and make plans to join us for the
vote. We hope to see you there.
The bylaws are posted on your
4HOnline home page.
The Next Volunteer
Association
meeting is May16
@7:00 PM.
Attention High School Seniors………
Now is the time to apply for the Volunteer Association and Ford
Cederblom College Scholarships! The applications are on your
4HOnline home page or you can stop by the Extension Office and
pick up one up! The deadline in July 1st and the winners will be
announced at our awards presentation at fair!
Deadline is July 1, 2019
Note for Fair……
If you are taking a building project to
fair, don’t forget to look at the new project
rubric !
It is posted on your 4HOnline home
page. Be sure to check it out…...This is
what your judges are going to be using to
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The 2019 Fair Theme is “Fair Necessities” Mark your calendars for
a week of fun!!!!
Leaders:
MAY 1st will be the
last day to order
project curriculum
materials without
any fees.
The only exceptions
will be Project
Record Books,
Involvement
Reports, and
Checklists
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Dates to Remember April
1—Final Enrollment Fees and Information Due (LEADER TRAINING MUST BE COMPELTED)
2—MATERIAL/REGISTRATIONS DUE: Horse ID Sheets, Dog ID Sheets
2—Horse Camp/Equine Retreat Registrations open, 5:00-6:30 PM, Extension Office
2—Horse Leaders, 6:00 PM, Extension Office
6-11—National 4-H Conference, Washington DC
7—County 4-H Market Beef Weigh-In, 12:00-3:00 PM
8—Small Animal Council, 6:00 PM, Extension Office
13-14—Shooting Sports Training, Coeur d’Alene
16—MATERIAL/REGISTRATIONS DUE: National 4-h Dairy Conference Application, International Host Family
Application, Idaho 4-H State Teen Association Convention Early Bird Registration, Mike Beck Teen
Conference Scholarship
16—Horse Camp/Equine Retreat registration opens to outside 4-Her’s and leaders, no restrictions
20—County Oral Presentations, 8:00AM, County Admin Building
25—County Hippology Contest 6 PM, Extension Office
27—Helping Hands Clinic, 10 AM, Joy Richards Barn, Hayden
May
1—Club Enrollment Summary with signatures Due to Extension Office
1—Deadline to pick up Project Materials (without added costs)
4—Shaggy Days Show, 9 AM, Fairgrounds-North Arena
6—Poultry Testing for the Gem State Shock Show @ Fairgrounds
7—Horse Leaders, 6:00 PM, Extension Office
30-5/4—Junior Livestock Show, Spokane
8—Stock Sale Committee, 6:30 PM, Extension Office
8—Livestock Leaders, 7:00 PM, Extension Office
9—Idaho State Forestry Contest
11—Dog CGC Test @ Fairgrounds 10:00 AM2
11—Helping Hands Show 9AM, Fairgrounds-North Arena
12—County Fair Swine Ownership Deadline - 100 DAYS TO FAIR!
13—Dog Leaders Meeting 6 PM, Extension Office
16—Project Review Committee, 6:00 PM, Extension Office
16—Awards Committee, 6:30 PM, Extension Office
16—Leaders Association, 7:00 PM, Extension Office
18—County Horse Judging Contest, 1 PM, Fairgrounds-North Arena
18-19—Gem State Shock Show, Fairgrounds
21—County Swine Weigh In, 3-9 PM, Fairgrounds
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Dates to Remember (cont.) May
22—County Fair Livestock Ownership Deadline - 90 DAYS TO FAIR! (Except these market animals: Beef,
Swine, Sheep, Goat, & Poultry)
25-26—Diablos Schooling Show Fairgrounds –North Arena
25-26—Dog Agility Fun Match, Fairgrounds –Main Arena
June
3—ALL NON-MARKET CATTLE, SHEEP, SWINE, AND GOAT ID SHEETS DUE
3—MATERIAL REGISTRATIONS DUE: Idaho 4-H State Teen Association Conference S.T.A.C.
3—Small Animal Council Meeting, 6 PM @ Extension Office
4—Horse Leaders, 6:00 PM, Extension Office
6—Idaho Horsemanship Written Test, 1:30 PM, Extension Office
6—Horse Camp Orientation, 5:30 PM, Extension Office
6—Equine Retreat Orientation, 7:00 PM, Extension Office
6-8—Dog Agility Fun Match, Fairgrounds Main Arena
8—Poor Boy Horse Show, 8 AM, Fairgrounds-North Arena
10—MATERIAL/REGISTRATIONS DUE: County DSA Nomination, National 4-H Congress
11—County Fair Market Sheep and Goat Ownership, 9:00-11:00 AM - 70 DAYS TO FAIR!
11-14—Dog Camp at Fair Grounds
13—Idaho 4-H State Teen Association Conference Orientation, 7:00 PM
13-23—Citizenship-Washington Focus, Washington DC
14—County 4-H Market Lamb and Market Goat Weigh-In, 6-8 PM, Fairgrounds, Optional 4-H Livestock
Weigh Day
14-16—Kootenai Classic Livestock Clinic & Jackpot Show, Fairgrounds
16-22—Equine Retreat at the Fairgrounds
16-22—Horse Camp, Kingston
24-27—Idaho State Teen Association Convention , Moscow
29—Dog AKC Good Citizenship Test at Fairgrounds, 6 PM