Feb, 2012
Hello,
I know that lots of you are focused on public speaking and presentations in your 4-H life, but there are a few other things happening too. I know that there were quite a few of you at Leaders’ Conference in Edmonton and at Senior Members’ Conference at the 4-H Centre. I hope that you enjoyed yourselves there and picked up some new information.
The Provincial Equine Leaders’ Forum is next weekend (February 10 -1) at the 4-H Centre. I look forward to seeing many of you at that program. The acceptance letters for both East and West Central Winter Camp were sent our earlier this week, so you should be receiving them in your mailbox soon, if you applied to attend.
Other 4-H (and some non 4-H) Events and Activities:
Public Speaking and Presentations
West Central
Senior Public Speaking Saturday, March 24, 2012 –Red Deer District Hosting
Intermediate Public Speaking Sunday, March 25, 2012 – Alberta 4-H Centre, 1:00 p.m. start time
Presentations Saturday, March 31st, Leslieville Hall, 11:00 a.m. start, Presenters please arrive at 10:30 a.m.
East Central
Public Speaking Saturday, March 17, Delia School – Start Time 10:00 a.m. Judges please arrive by 9:30 a.m.
Presentations Sunday, March 18, Flagstaff District Hosting
Provincial Public Speaking will be held at Northlands in Edmonton on Saturday, April 14.
Multi Species Judging
East Central
Pre-registration will ensure that we have adequate resource people and supplies to present the workshop and competition for all who attend, please pre-register, particularly if you are planning to attend the workshops.
Monday, February 20, 2012 – Killam
The cost for everyone attending is $ 5.00 and this will cover lunch. The cost is for the competition and/or the workshop.
There will be a workshop at the Multi Purpose Room in Killam before the competition. The workshop details are:
Registration 9:30 a.m.
Start Time 10:00 a.m.
Completion Time 11:30 a.m.
Topics to be Covered Basics of Judging, Giving Reasons, Improving your Reasons
Registration Please pre-register by Wednesday, February 15 with number of members attending and age of members attending. You can reply to this e-mail to pre-register or dial 310-0000 and then at the recorded message 403-742-7547. Registration for the workshop automatically registers you for the competition.
The competition will be held at McGowan’s Arena, east of Killam and details are:
Registration 12:00 Noon
Start Time 12:30 p.m.
Registration Please contact the 4-H office by return e-mail or by dialing 310-0000 and then dialing 403-742-7547 at the recorded message to let us know how many people are attending. We would like to know the number of participants in the competition and how many others will be attending so that we can arrange food for everyone. The $ 5 registration fee covers the cost of lunch.
Saturday, March 31, 2012 – Veteran
This competition will be held at Dryland Cattle Trading Corp. at Veteran. Lunch will be available from the concession at Dryland Cattle Trading.
Again there will be a workshop before the competition. Details:
Registration 9:30 a.m.
Start Time 10:00 a.m.
Completion Time 11:30 a.m.
Topics to be Covered Basics of Judging, Giving Reasons, Improving your Reasons
Registration Please pre-register by Wednesday, March 28 with number of members attending and age of members attending. You can reply to this e-mail to pre-register or dial 310-0000 and then at the recorded message 403-742-7547. Registration for the workshop automatically registers you for the competition.
Competition details are as follow:
Registration 12:00 Noon
Start Time 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 14 – 4-H Building, Shorncliffe Lake, Czar
Details will be sent out in a later e-mail blast.
West Central
The competition details will be sent out at a later date.
Olds College
Olds College is hosting a competition on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the College. Contact me for more details.
Lakeland College
The Lakeland College Competition will be held in Vermilion on Friday, March 17. Here’s a link to the information:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h6586/$FILE/WCJC_2012.pdf
“4-H Age”
I have had a few questions in the last little while that regarding how we determine the age of a 4-H member for activities such as public speaking, presentations, judging, and other programs. 4-H age is calculated as of January 1st of the current 4-H year. This means the January 1 that is part of the 4-H year we are now in. For the 2011 – 12 club year, that is January 1, 2012. Your “4-H Age” is how old you turned in 2011. If you were born in 2000, you turned 11 in 2011, so your “4-H age” is 11, and you are a junior. If you were born in 1999, you turned 12 in 2011 so your “4-H age” will be 12 and you are an intermediate.
Ski Trip
The Ski Trip is still accepting application and will be until Friday at Noon. If you would like to attend, please call Richard at 403-597-8494 and let him know you want to go on the trip. A decision needs to be made on Friday regarding whether to go with a second bus or not. They still need a few more people to fill that bus. Here’s a link to the ski trip information:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/SkiTrip2012.pdf
On-Line Horse and Beef Bowls
Registrations are still being accepted for on-line beef and horse bowls. The contest will happen between March 9 and 18. Thanks to Lakeland College for hosting this contest once again. The deadline for applications is February 3. Here’s the links to more information:
Horse: http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=956
Beef: http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=1043
US National 4-H Conference – Washington
Alberta has an opportunity to send a delegate this conference in 2012. 4-H members age 16 – 20 are invited to apply for this trip. The deadline for submissions is February 3rd, so there isn’t much time. If you want more information, check out this link: http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=1055
Alberta Girls’ Parliament
There are still opportunities for girls who would like to attend Alberta Girls’ Parliament as a representative of Alberta. The deadline for applications has been extended February 10, 2012. If you want more information, check out this link: http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=974
Heifer Show
The Regional Heifer Show – open to both East and West Central 4-H members will be held on Sunday, June 17 at the Bashaw Agricultural Show Grounds. More details will be sent out to beef clubs and members with a female project at a later date, but mark your calendars!
Beef Policy Revision
The Alberta 4-H Council has approved some revisions to the beef policy. Check out this link to check out the revised policy: http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h9107/$FILE/policy605.pdf
Equine Events
The following dates are for equine events happening either provincially or in the East and/or West Central Region:
March 31 Ponoka Renegade Riders Fun Horse Show – Ponoka – more details available from the 4-H Office
April 21/22 Provincial Drill Team Clinic with Ruth Fowler at Double W near Bluffton
May 18 – 21 Grandma Shirley’s Horse Camp – Donalda – more details and application forms available from the 4-H Office
May 6 Shadow Riders Fun Show - Benalto
May 12 Leslieville Trail Trotters Fun Show – Rocky Mountain House
June 1 – 3 West Central 4-H Horse Show – Red Deer Westerner – entry forms will be distributed at the February 21 Committee Meeting
June 2, 3 4-H Rodeos – Halkirk – Details will be sent to East Central Clubs in late February
June 9 or 10 Tentative 4-H Rodeo – Halkirk
June 23, 24 4-H Rodeos – Gooseberry Lake – Details will be sent to East Central Clubs in late February
Alberta 4-H Watches Lacrosse
Alberta 4-H has an opportunity to check out professional lacrosse on the weekend of March 9 and 10. The Edmonton Rush and Calgary Roughnecks are holding home and home games – March 9 in Edmonton and March 10 in Calgary. The deadline for ticket orders is February 14th and tickets are $ 25 each. For information about the Edmonton Game, check out this link: http://www.4h.ab.ca/RegionEventDetails.aspx?a=1044
For the Calgary Game: http://www.4h.ab.ca/RegionEventDetails.aspx?a=1056
Get Growing
The Marketing Action Committee (MAC) has issued a challenge to all 4-H clubs in Alberta – Get Growing. They are challenging 4-H clubs to increase their membership for the 2012 – 13 club year. In each region, the 4-H club that has recruited the most new 4-H members – brand new members, not members who have transferred from another club – will be invited to attend a fun weekend at the Alberta 4-H Centre on May 17 – 19, 2013. The weekend will include activities for all family members, whether they are 4-H members or not. This would be a great time to start thinking of ways to attract new 4-H members to your club.
4-H Day at the Farm and Ranch Show
Saturday, March 31 will be 4-H Day at the Farm and Ranch Show at Northlands. The day will include sessions for 4-H members and also gives them an opportunity to check out the displays at the Farm and Ranch Show. Watch this web-site for more information: http://farmandranchshow.com/
Cleaver Kids Feedback
The Cleaver Kids pilot is in it’s third year of three this year. The Alberta 4-H Council committee looking after the pilot is asking for some feedback from clubs, councils, members and leaders before they make decisions regarding whether or not to proceed with this project as a permanent part of 4-H in Alberta. If they do proceed, what guidelines and rules should be in place. There is a document available for consideration and as a framework for feedback. If you would like to have a copy of the document, please contact me and I can forward it to you. The deadline for feedback is March 1, 2012.
Leader Travel Opportunities
I am looking for leaders for the following travel opporunities:
From East Central:
Montana 4-H Leaders’ Forum, Billings, Montana, September 27-30, 2012
From West Central
Montana 4-H Leaders’ Forum, Billings, Montana, Sepetmber 27-30, 2012
AB/NWT Agriculture Development Tour – Yellowknife, NWT – 10 days in July or August (dates determined by chaperones). Note this is a chaperoning opportunity
Western Regional Leaders’ Forum – Hawaii, March 21 – 24, 2013
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact the 4-H office. Leaders who go on these trips pay a registration fee which covers the air travel, meals and accommodations. Chaperones do not pay the registration fee.
UFA Member Loyalty Program
A reminder that UFA has their 4-H member loyalt program which is open to all 4-H club members. Any 4-H member with a 2011-12 4-H membership card received 15% off of all livestock supplies and tack products used for their 4-H projects. If you have not received your card yet, contact a UFA Member Experience representat ive and they can arrange for someone to attend a meeting. For more information about the program and a list of Member Experience representatives, check out this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/PR_UFAloyaltyProgram.pdf
Lammle’s Western Wear and Tack Discount Available
4-H member and leaders receive a 10% discount on regular priced items at Lammle’s Western Wear and Tack. You must show your 2011 – 12 member or leader card at the time of purchase. Check out Lammle’s Western Wear and Tack web-site for store locations and more information about products available:
http://www.lammles.com/index.php
Peavey Mart Discount Available
All 4-H Members can recieive a 15% discount on products purchased for use on your 4-H project. You need to show your 2011-12 membership card and youcan receive the discount on feed, veterinary supplies, pails, feed, tack and other supplies. Check out their web-site for information on products available:
http://www.peaveymart.com/
Green Looks Good On You Challenge
Alberta 4-H (with the support of Cenovus Energy) is helping steward the environment in local communities by developing a enw resource. If the environment is something you and/or your club is interested in, visit the web-site and get involved in the challenge. http://www.greenlooksgoodonyou.ca/Login.aspx
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist - East and West Central
Phone 403-742-7547 Fax 403-742-7575
Jan 2012
Hello,
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. As we move into 2012, there are a few things I would like to let you know about.
Selections
For 4-H members who are 16 years of age or older (as of January 1, 2012), the deadline for application to Selections is January 15th. The program is from April 27 – 30 at Olds College. Selections is a program where 4-H members get the chance to explore a topic of interest to them through a variety of sessions. It is also at Selections were we determine who will represent Alberta the over 40 trips outside Alberta. These trips vary from a camping trip to the Northwest Territories to trips to programs in California, Montana and Toronto. As well the 4-H Ambassadors and Premier’s Award Recipient are chosen at this event. Here’s a link to more information and the application form:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/Selections2012.pdf
4-H Watches Lacrosse
The Edmonton Rush and Calgary Roughnecks have a home and home series on March 9 and 10 in Edmonton and Calgary. They have offered 4-H clubs the opportunity to purchase group tickets at a cost of $ 25 per ticket. This would be a great opportunity to check out Lacrosse and wear your 4-H colours to the event. If you want more information or to order tickets – here’s the link:
http://www.4h.ab.ca/RegionEventDetails.aspx?a=1045
Winter Camp Applications
The winter camp application deadline is coming up for both the East and West Central Regions. The deadline is January 20th. Both camps are for 4-H members aged 9 – 12 as of January 1, 2012, and promise to be lots of fun for everyone.
The West Central Camp will be held at the Alberta 4-H Centre at Battle Lake from March 2 – 4. Here’s the link to that application:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/WC_WinterCamp.pdf
Ski Trip
With much thanks to the West Central Alumni who have organized the ski trip – there will be trip in 2012. The trip is open to all 4-H members in the East and West Central regions who are 14 years of age or older as of January 1, 2012. The trip goes to Fernie BC and the cost is $ 300 per person, based on quad occupancy. If you want more information, here’s a link to the application form. The deadline for application is January 15.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/SkiTrip2012.pdf
4-H on Facebook
Alberta 4-H has a Facebook page. If you are on Facebook, check it out. Information about upcoming 4-H events is often highlighted on the Alberta 4-H page. To find the page search for “Alberta 4-H”.
Alberta Girl’s Parliament
4-H sends two female delegates to the Alberta Girl’s Parliament each year. This year the event will be held March 28 – 31, 2012 in the Edmonton area. The event is open to girls between the ages of 15 and 18. If you are interested, here’s a link to more information and the application form. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2012.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/AlbertaGirlsParliament.pdf
Green Looks Good On You
Alberta 4-H and Cenovus have partnered to develop an on-line resource which focuses on the environment. You can participate as a club, or as an individual by going on-line and completing the challenge by Earth day (April 22). There are prizes that can be won if you complete the challenge. Here’s the link:
http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=1039
100th Anniversary Celebrations Committee
We are looking for volunteers to assist in planning celebrations for the 100th Anniversary of 4-H in Canada (2013) and Alberta 2017). The deadline for committee member applications is January 20th. If you want more information, please check out this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/100CelebrationsCommittee.pdf
Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Scholarship
The Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial scholarship is a $ 2,000 scholarship which is awarded to a young people who are from outside of Edmonton and Calgary. There are 5 $ 2,000 scholarships available. For more information and the application form, check the link below. The application deadline is January 14.
http://www.4h.ab.ca/About/scholarships.html
Western Canadian Judging Competition
This competition will be held at Lakeland College in Vermilion on March 16. Here’s the link to more information:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h6586/$FILE/WCJ2011.pdf
I have also received a bit of information about a Judging Competition at Olds College. It will be held on March 10th. I will forward more information as I get it.
Ronald McDonald House
4-H is in a partnership with Ronald McDonald House in Alberta. 4-H clubs can participate in a number of fundraising activities to assist Ronald McDonald houses in Alberta. If you club is looking for Community Service activity, consider this one. Here’s a link to more information:
http://agapps16.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/RMH_Online.pdf
Servus Credit Union’s Feel Good Ripple
Servus Credit Union is continuing their Feel Good Ripple project. Every day we have the opportunity to do something for another person – it could be helping someone carry their groceries to their car, help out at a community event, or some other activity. Remember how good it feels to do this? Well, Servus wants to have this feel good ripple travel across Alberta. Once you have done a “Feel Good” activity, report it on their web-site and help the ripple grow. Here’s the link to their web-site:
http://www.feelgoodripple.ca/
Pitch In Week
Pitch In week is from April 23 – 30, 2012. This theme of the week is Pitch In and the objective is to get as many Canadians as possible involved in local projects that restore the environment and benefit and enhance their communities. Your 4-H club could organize an activity in your community, or assist with an already organized event. Here’s a link to the Pitch-In Web-site.
http://www.pitch-in.ca/
That’s all for January. This e-mail has been sent to the 900 4-H members, leaders and parent I have e-mail addresses for. Please feel free to share the information with others in your club.
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist - East and West Central
Phone 403-742-7547 Fax 403-742-7575
Dec 2011
Congratulations to 4-H Members on Judging Trips
In the last month 4-H members from Alberta travelled to Billings, Montana and Regina Saskatchewan to participate in judging contests. All the teams did very well. At the Agribition Judging Competition in Regina, Gail Verleyson of Vermilion won the competition and the Alberta Team finished first. Team members included Aydon Almberg of Czar, Katelyn Dietrich of Forestburg, and Luke Marshall of Innisfail. Congratulations to all of them.
At the Northern International Livestock Exhibition competition in Billings, Montana which had 3 West Central members – Lauren Crick and Devann Crick of Lacombe and Jessica Sperber of Ponoka placed 6th out of 67 teams. The team was 3rd in beef and 5th in reasons. . Jessica was 7th overall, out of over 200 judges and she was in the top ten in swine and reasons.
Congratulations Zane
Zane Perreault of the Leslieville Trail Trotters travelled to Toronto to represent Alberta in the Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition. Zane placed third in the competition which had about 20 competitors. Way to go Zane!
Regional Fun Days
West Central Fun Day will be held at Usona Hall (west of Highway 2 on Secondary road 611). Registration will be from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. the event will conclude at 3:00 p.m. Come prepared for a fun filled day of activities. Bring warm clothes as the last event of the day will be outside. Registration is $ 5.00 per person. Pre-registration is requested by December 16th. They ask the clubs register
Equine Project Camp
The Big Valley Rusty Spurs are hosting an Equine Project Camp for 4-H members on May 18 – 21, 2012 at the Donalda Ag Grounds. This event is in memory of Shirley Woods, a long time 4-H leader from the Big Valley area who passed away in October of this year.
The events include:
Friday Horse Health, Games, Meet and Greet
Saturday – Sports Day – Gymkhana Clinics, Polocrosse, etc.
Sunday – Horsemanship, Showmanship, Trail Classes
Monday – Horse Show and Gymkhana
Food will be supplied, camping is available and there are indoor and outdoor arenas. The cost will be $ 100 per member –regardless of the days attended. If you just want to enter the gymkhana and show then a class fee will be charged. Registration will be limited and the forms will be available in the new year. This event is open to East and West Central.
If you want more information, contact me and I will give you contact names.
Selections
Applications for Selections are being accepted now. Selections is a program for 4-H members between the ages of 16 and 20 as of January 1, 2012. The program focuses on an area of interest to senior 4-H members and there are numerous small group sessions which provide members an opportunity to discuss the topic of the program. Another feature of the Selections program is that travel opportunities are awarded to approximately 50 4-H members and the Ambassadors for each region and the Premier Award Recipient will be determined. The deadline for applications is January 15. To apply, please send an application form and all of your 4-H diaries to the 4-H office in Stettler. Here is a link to the application form.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/Selections2012.pdf
Public Speaking and Presentations
Regional and Provincial Public Speaking and Presentation dates have been set for 2012. They are as follow:
West Central
Senior Public Speaking March 24 - Tentative location Red Deer College
Intermediate Public Speaking March 25 - Location TBA
Presentations March 31 - Tentative location - Leslieville Hall
Provincial
Public Speaking and Presentations - April 14, Edmonton Northlands
District, zone and semi-district dates have also likely been set at this time. Contact your District Council representatives or Key Leader for information on these dates.
Victory Canola
Victory Canola has a program which is open to 4-H clubs in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. It offers 4-H clubs an opportunity to apply for up to $ 2,500 to be used to carry out worthwhile community projects. The projects must centre on Health and Nutrition or Environment or Education. To apply, create a video and sent it in. For more information on this program, check out this link:
https://www.victorycanola.com/promotions.shtml
Provincial Equine Leaders’ Forum
The Provincial Equine Leaders’ Forum will be held February 10 – 12, 2012 at the Alberta 4-H Centre. This is a great event for 4-H leaders involved in the equine project. The event provides a variety of informative sessions on a wide range of topics of interest to people involved in the 4-H equine project. Additionally it is a great opportunity to learn from other 4-H leaders. The registration deadline is January 4th. Here’s a link to the registration form.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h6499/$FILE/PELF.pdf
4-H Night at the Red Deer Rebels
Saturday, February 11th is 4-H Night at the Red Deer Rebels. 4-H members, leaders, parents, siblings and friends can all gather at the Red Deer Centrium to watch the Red Deer Rebels play the Moose Jaw Warriors. Tickets are $ 11.00 each and should be ordered by Friday, January 6, 2012. Here's a link to the order form:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/Rebels.pdf
Judging Workshop
The Camrose District Council and the Camrose Beef Committee invite all 4-H clubs to participate in a judging workshop during the Canadian Bull Congress. This event will be held at the Camrose Regional Exhibition on Saturday, January 21st. The cost is $ 7 per member which includes lunch. Here's a link to the application:
Lakeland College Judging Competition
The Western Canadian Judging Competition hosted by Lakeland College will be held on March 16th at the Lakeland College Vermilion campus. 4-H clubs are invited to send teams of 4 judges to participate in the competition. If you want more information about the competition, or an entry form, please let me know and I will forward it to you.
http://www.4h.ab.ca/RegionEventDetails.aspx?a=679
Think Safe Agriculture Course
Safe Think Agriculture is a new course specifically designed for the agriculture industry in Alberta. It has been designed to assist people involved in agriculture to predict and prevent hazardous situations on the fly. Courses are offered around Alberta and in 2012 the course will be offered in Airdrie and Provost. Here's a link to more information:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/EFE.nsf/all/7240C6AD61A4B86B8725793600722C3A/$file/SafeThink-ag-training.pdf
West Central Record Book Competition Results
Beef Junior Market Steer
Mickey Wollin Lakedell Beef
Beef Junior Multi
Ty Harink Falun East Beef
Beef Intermediate Market Steer
Shannon Bickley Red Deer West
Beef Intermediate Multi Project
Austin Cummings Falun East Beef
Beef Senior Market Steer
Emily Henschel Lakedell Beef
Beef Senior Multi Project
Laci Schmidt Falun East Beef
Canine Intermediate
Cydnee Sparrow Innisfail Nails, Needles and Noses
Creative Opportunities Intermediate
Sarah Magnuson Alder Flats Multi
Horse Junior Single Project
Brianna Sigouin Bits and Spurs
Horse Intermediate Single Project
Paytten Fankhanel New Norway
Horse Senior Single Project
Katelyn Godwin Leslieville
Horse Senior Multi Projects
Kimberlee Lacey Shadow Riders
Non Livestock Intermediate Multi Project
Nicola Schatz Innisfail Nails, Needles and Noses
Other Projects Junior
Layne Magnuson Alder Flats Multi
Outdoorsman Senior
Leah Reid Alder Flats Multi
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist - East and West Central
Phone 403-742-7547 Fax 403-742-7575
Nov 2011
Hello,
Welcome to 4-H Month in Canada.
This e-mail is going to all those I have an e-mail address for. I apologize to those of you who are no longer 4-H members and/or leaders if you receive this, but I am still in the process of updating the e-mail list and am using much of last year’s list. If there are new members in your club, please share this with them, as they may not be receiving this e-mail.
UFA 4-H Member Discount Program
A reminder that UFA offers 4-H members a discount card for 15% off of merchandise you would use for your 4-H project – this includes grooming products, tack and equipment and a list of approximately 2,600 items. It does not include feed and medication. If the store in your area does not normally carry the items you are looking for, they may be able to order them in for you. To get your card you can go to a UFA and request it, one leader or parent can go to a UFA to request the cards for your club or you can invite a UFA representative to attend your meeting, talk about the program and deliver the cards. For more information and a list of UFA Member Experience representatives, check out this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/PR_UFAloyaltyProgram.pdf
Regional Dates
The dates for regional events are posted on the 4-H web-site. Here’s a link:
West Central http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/WC_Dates2011.pdf
National 4-H Month Activities
I know that some clubs have planned activities for National 4-H Month. The Big Valley Rusty Spurs are going to be at the Stettler UFA the afternoon of Friday, November 4th serving coffee and cookies. If you are in the neighbourhood, stop in and say hello. If you have something planned, please let me know too.
Leader Screening
I have had a number of questions regarding Leader Screening. This year the Leader Screening process will be done on-line. The final details are being worked out regarding the process and will be announced shortly. The letter which leaders being screened need to take to their local police station in order to get a Criminal Record Check is available on-line for those who would like to get a head start on the process. Here’s the link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/LC_CriminalRecordCheck.pdf
Winter Camps
Both the East and West Central Regions are holding Winter Camps this year. The camps are for 4-H members aged 9 – 12 and have always been lots of fun for members who attend.
West Central camp will be held at the Alberta 4-H Centre, west of Wetaskiwin on March 2 – 4, 2012. Here’s the link to that application:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/WC_WinterCamp.pdf
In addition to campers we are looking for Counselors. If you are 16 years of age or older and have attended LTCS, please consider counseling at one of these camps.
4-H Night at the Red Deer Rebels
Saturday, February 11, 2012 is 4-H Night at the Red Deer Rebels. This event is open to 4-H members, leaders, families and friends. Tickets are $ 11 per person and should be ordered as a club group. The ticket order forms were sent to club leaders in the startup package.
Regional Public Speaking and Presentations
Regional Public Speaking and Presentations will be held in March in both the East and West Central regions this year. 4-H members speak at their club level and then in some districts advance to zones or semi-districts. In other regions they advance to District competitions and then some of those members advance to the Regional Level. Seniors advance to the Provincial Level which will be held on Saturday, April 14th at Edmonton Northlands.
West Central
March 24 Regional Senior Public Speaking – Red Deer District Hosting
March 25 Regional Intermediate Public Speaking – Wetaskiwin District Hosting
March 31 Regional Presentations – Rocky Mountain House District Hosting
Times and locations will be announced at a later date.
Leaders’ Conference
This year the Alberta 4-H Leaders’ Conference will be held January 13 – 15, 2012 at the Radisson Hotel in Edmonton. The conference offers lots of great sessions and also provides opportunities for leaders to talk to and learn from other leaders. The application deadline is November 23rd. Here’s a link to more information: http://www.4h.ab.ca/EventDetails.aspx?a=940
Canadian Bull Congress
Canadian Bull Congress will be held January 20 and 21 in Camrose. On Friday, January 20th there will be a 4-H Heifer show. If you are interested in attending, here’s more information (you will have to go the correct pages to find the information): http://bullcongress.com/ei-completehandbook.html
There will also be a 4-H judging workshop for all members. If you want more information about that, contact me and I will forward it to you.
On Saturday, January 14th the Bull Congress is sponsoring a grooming and fitting workshop at the Camrose Regional Exhibition. Check page 21 of the link above for more information.
Call for Volunteers to Plan 100th Anniversary Celebrations
We are looking for volunteers to help us to plan for the 100th Anniversary celebrations of 4-H in Canada in 2013 and 4-H in Alberta in 2017. If you are interested, or know of others who might be interested, please share this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/100CelebrationsCommittee.pdf
The deadline for committee chair applications is November 15th and sub-committee chairs is January 20th.
Grants and Other Funding Opportunities for Clubs
Don’t forget that there are grants available for clubs from a variety of sponsors through the Canadian 4-H Council. In my last e-mail blast I listed them and some of the deadlines have passed, but some are upcoming. Check this link for a listing:
http://www.4-h-canada.ca/core/en/grant-programs
Family Day at Northlands
Tuesday, November 8th is Family Day at Northlands. Here’s a link to what’s happening. I think you can still register – even though the deadline has passed. They like to have numbers for meals and supplies.
http://www.farmfair.ca/programs-and-schedule/special-events-and-programs/4-h-family-day
UFA Alumni Volunteer Service Award
UFA recognizes 4-H Volunteers who have been 4-H members and are now 4-H volunteers and are between the ages of 20 and 35. These volunteers may receive a gift certificate from UFA with a value of up to $ 2,000. The deadline for nominations is November 30th. Please check out this link:
http://www.4h.ab.ca/_docs_/960/UFA%204-H%20Alumni%20Volunteer%20Service%20Award%20Nomination%20Form.pdf
National 4-H Volunteer of the Year
December 16th is the deadline for nominations for this Canadian Council Program – sponsored by Co-operators. Nominations must come from 4-H members and there is one leader from each province recognized. Check out this link for more info:
https://www.4-h-canada.ca/register/Common/Awards/NVLYA/
Horse Trophies
I have someone who has a number of horse trophies they are willing to donate. If your club could use some trophies with horses on them, let me know and I’ll pass their name on to you.
West Central Casino
The West Central 4-H Region is working a casino in Red Deer on November 15 and 16. Proceeds from this casino go towards scholarships for 4-H members in the West Central region and to regional programming. We are looking for workers for this event. If you are over 18 and are interested in working, please let me know.
Programming at Miquelon Provincial Park
I received an e-mail from someone who works at Miquelon Lake Provincial Park. They program to a diverse public on a wide range of environmental subjects. Our programs are hands-on and experiential in nature. If you 4-H club is looking for a different type of programming, check out this link
http://www.albertaparks.ca/pitc.aspx
Western Regional Leaders’ Forum
Western Regional Leaders’ Forum is held annually in one of the 13 participating states. This year Wyoming is hosting in Cheyenne. If you are interested in attending, here’s the link:
http://4-h.uwyo.edu/WRLF_12.asp
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist - East and West Central
Phone 403-742-7547 Fax 403-742-7575
Oct 2011
Hello,
Welcome to a new 4-H
year. I know that many clubs have been had their start-up meetings, club
elections have been held and that there have been some other.
Something To
Say
Both West and East
Central are holding Something to Say workshops. These workshops are for 4-H
members aged 13 to 16 as of January 1, 2012. The focus of the workshop is
improving communication skills, have fun and meet other members. The West
Central event will be held October 21 and 22 at Lincoln Hall (north west of
Lacombe). Here’s a link to the application:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/WC_SomethingToSay2011.pdf
I am still accepting
applications for this event, even though the deadline has passed.
UFA
Opportunities
UFA has been a
terrific supporter of the 4-H program and they currently are highlighting two
opportunities:
4-H Member
Loyalty Program
This is a new
program which UFA launched recently. 4-H members can receive 15% off of over
2,600 items carried in UFA stores. These items include grooming supplies, tack
and other materials used for your project. Feed and medicine are not included
in this program. If the UFA store nearest you does not have the item(s) you are
looking for, talk to the people who work in the store and they will likely be
able to order it in for you if it is in the UFA product line. To be eligible
for this discount the 4-H member must go to the UFA store with their membership
card and they can receive the loyalty card.
UFA staff are
willing to attend 4-H club and council meetings to discuss this program and to
sign members up. Contact the Member Experience representative for your area to
arrange something. For more information on the program or to find out who the
member experience representative for your area is, check out this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/PR_UFAloyaltyProgram.pdf
UFA Alumni
Service Award
This year UFA will,
once again, be recognizing five 4-H Alumni who are volunteers in their
community. The alumni must be between the ages of 20 and 35 and should have
pursued post-secondary education and then returned to a rural community and
volunteered with the 4-H program for at least two years. If you know someone
who fits this bill, check out this link for more information. The recipients
will receive $ 2,000 UFA gift certificates. The deadline for submissions is
November 30, 2011.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/PR_UFAloyaltyProgram.pdf
Scholarship
Opportunities
There are some
scholarship opportunities available for 4-H members and former 4-H members.
CIBC 4-H Post
Secondary Scholarship
Each year three $
2,500 scholarships will be awarded to 4-H members in their last year of high
school who are at least 16 years of age. The scholarship recipients must be
planning to attend post secondary education – in any field of study. The
application deadline is December 5, 2011. Here’s the link to the information
about the scholarship:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/CIBC/
TD 4-H
Agriculture Scholarships
This scholarship is
open to young people in their final year of high school in September, 2011 who
are planning to attend post-secondary education in the area of agriculture or
agri-business. The application deadline is October 21, 2011. Here’s the link
to all the details and the application:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/TD/
Grants
Available
Agrium Youth
Leadership Initiative
Funding is available for clubs and
councils for programming in the areas of:
-
Youth Asset
Building: Personal Development, Challenging Delegates Potentials,
Building Individual Assets, Recognizing Weaknesses, Exploring Group
Processes.
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Career Planning: Developing Resumes, Exploring Career Choices, Developing Interview
Skills, Job Search.
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Communication Skill
Training: Effective Communications, Public Speaking Demonstrations,
Multi Media, Judging.
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Organizational
Leadership: Meeting Management, Parliamentary Procedure
The application deadline is October
21, 2011. Funding must be used between March 1, 2012 and February 28, 2013.
Here’s a link to the information about this grant:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/Agrium/
FCC 4-H For
Ever
Clubs may receive up
to $ 500 to assist them with club programming from the FCC 4-H For Ever program.
There are lots of eligible activities that can be used in the application. The
funds must be used between March 2, 2012 and February 28, 2013. For more
details, check this link:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/FCC/
RBC Rural-Urban
Outreach Program
This program assist
new 4-H clubs in areas where 4-H has not been previously been operating. The
program deadline is December 9th. Here’s the link to the program
outline:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/RBC/
Sears Young
Futures
The Sears Young
Futures 4-H Club Grants Program provides funding support to 4-H groups that
provide after-school programs so youth can have fun while developing leadership
skills, citizenship, and life skills in a positive and safe environment. The
grant program is available for any 4-H club in Canada, and each club is eligible
to receive up to $1,000. The application deadline is October 21, 2011. Here’s a
link to more information:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/Sears/
Co-operators
Volunteer of the Year Award
Each year the
Canadian 4-H Council and Co-operators recognize one 4-H leader per province at
the “Volunteer of the Year”. Volunteers recognized by this process must have
the support of 3 active 4-H members. The recipient receives a $ 100 cash
prize. The deadline is December 16th. For more information, check
this link:
https://www.4-h-canada.net/register/Common/Awards/NVLYA/
Congratulations 4-H’ers
Over the summer, 4-H
members from the West Central regions participated in a number of
summer programs. At some of these programs, 4-H members were chosen to represent
Alberta at competitions. Congratulations to these members:
From the Provincial
4-H Judging Competition:
National 4-H and
Youth Judging Competition at Agribition in Regina, Saskatchewan
Luke Marshall of Bow
Inn Beef, West Central
Northern
International Livestock Exhibition Judging Contest, Billings Montana
Jessica Sperber,
West Ponoka Beef, West Central
Devann Crick, Tees
Wranglers, West Central
Lauren Crick, Tees
Wranglers, West Central
From Horse
Classic:
Western 4-H
Roundup Hippology Competition, Denver Colorado
Cassandra Crick,
Tees Wranglers, West Central
Jennifer Wrubleski,
Lakedell Light Horse
Congratulations
4-H’ers, good luck and have fun on your trip.
FREE Safety
Clinics
John Deere
dealerships across Alberta are offering free Safety Clinics for 4-H members. The
goal is to train members on safety relating to agriculture and turn equipment.
Participants will receive a John Deere t-shirt and certificate of completion.
Contact your local John Deere dealer for more information. Here are some
links:
www.martindeerline.com – Dealer in
Wetaskiwin
www.agroequipment.com – Dealers in
Coronation, Ponoka, Stettler
www.briltd.com - Dealers in Camrose, Killam,
Provost
Contact the dealers
directly to make arrangements if you are interested in this program. Be sure to
allow adequate time for the dealers to order supplies.
Farm
Safety
The Farm Safety
staff who I work with have developed a series of personal protective equipment
videos. These videos are short and easy to watch. If you would like to check
them out, here’s the link:
http://www.youtube.com/user/AlbertaAgriculture#p/c/7628148DD747FA90
If you watch this,
you may recognize the two young people in the videos – they’re 4-H members from
the Calgary region.
4-H Family
Day at Farmfair
Farmfair is hosting
a 4-H Family day once again. It will be on Tuesday, November 8th.
There are lots of activities planned, including rope halter making, candy
bouquet making and others. Pre-registration is requested, as lunch is
provided. You can also get discounted Heritage Ranch Rodeo tickets. Here’s a
link to more information and the registration form:
http://www.farmfair.ca/programs-and-schedule/special-events-and-programs/4-h-family-day
Tire
Recycling and Electronics Recycling
The Fall 2011 Tire
and Electronics recycling programs are operating from October 1, to November 30,
2011. If clubs want to participate, they should make a motion at one of their
meetings and then register with the 4-H Foundation of Alberta. For more
information, check out these links:
Tires http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/FR_TireRecycling.pdf
Electronics http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/FR_ElectronicRecycling.pdf
Monarchy
Diamond Jubilee
2012 marks the
60th Anniversary of the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth
II. Canadian Heritage has funding available for communities that plan
celebration events. If you community or 4-H club would like to plan an event,
check out this link for information about possible funding:
http://www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1315852578931/1316017942769
Alberta
Provincial Poultry Show
The Alberta
Provincial Poultry Show will be held December 9 – 11th at the Red
Deer Westerner grounds. They Canadian Heritage Breeds Association, the host of
the show anticipates about 600 poultry entries and 1,500 pigeon entries. If you
would like to learn more about this event, please contact me and I will pass the
contact information on to you.
Step Up
The Canadian 4-H
Council in conjunction with the Canadian Farm Business Management Council and
some other partners are offering the Step Up program to youth interested in farm
management. The program will pair a youth with an experienced farm manager.
This program is open to young people over 18 years of age. The young person
must commit to working side by side with their mentor for a minimum of 8 weeks
and they should be willing to travel to the location of their mentor. If you
know someone who sounds like a good candidate for this program, please have them
check out this link:
http://www.farmcentre.com/Features/TheNewFarmer/resources/stepup/Default.aspx
Canadian
Council – 4-H Adventure
The Canadian Council
and Marlin Travel are arranging a trip to Boscobel Resort and Golf Club in
Jamaica from February 11 – 18. Here’s a link to more information:
http://www.4-h-canada.net/core/files/4-H_Beaches.pdf
That’s it for this
time.
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist -
East and West Central
Phone
403-742-7547 Fax 403-742-7575
Hello,
Here’s some 4-H and other information you might be interested in:
Selections Results
There were a number of West Central 4-H members in attendance at Selections at Olds College from April 29 to May 2. Award Recipients are:
Ambassadors
West Central
Lindsey Salomons Blindman Light Horse
Jennifer Wrubleski Lakedell Light Horse/Armena Beef
Award Recipients
Montana 4-H Congress, Bozeman Montana
Jennifer Wrubleski Lakedell Light Horse/Armena Beef
Seminar on United Nations and International Affairs
Kellyn Christensen Silver Valley Riders (West Central)
National 4-H Conference: Science and Technology Symposium, Toronto
Jenalee Blackhurst Gilby Beef (West Central)
National 4-H Citizenship Seminar, Ottawa
Carling Matejka West Ponoka Beef (West Central)
Samantha Stretch Central Ponoka Beef (West Central)
Alternates
Luke Marshall Bow Inn Beef (West Central)
Wilson Lougheed Red Deer West Beef (West Central)
Key Members
Applications are now being accepted for Key Members. Members who are eligible to become a key member should have received a letter in the mail indication how to apply, but in case you didn’t, here’s a few details.
Key Members are aged 15 and older and they should have an interest in doing presentations and/or workshops on a variety of different topics that would be of interest to 4-H members. There are lots of benefits to being a key member. Some are being invited to attend Key Member Training – August 19 – 21 in Vermilion (free of charge), getting to other 4-H members, access to great resources to assist you to do workshops. To apply to become a Key Member, you should submit a cover letter and resume to the 4-H office (e-mail - janet.kerr@gov.ab.ca or fax 403-742-7575 or mail 4-H Office, BAG 600, STETTLER AB T0C 2L0. Applications should be received in my office by July 1, 2011.
If you want more information about the Key Member program, please contact me and I can give it to you.
Sad News
I received some very sad news recently about a former 4-H member. Carlie Bell, who was a member of the Morrin 4-H Multi Club and very active on the Drumheller District Council passed away on May 22. Carlie completed her high school education about a year ago and chose to travel to New Zealand for six months. She returned to Drumheller in mid-May. While travelling she was bitten by an insect and contracted a disease which ended her life.
I met Carlie through her involvement in the Drumheller District Council. She served on their executive for a number of years and was instrumental in arranging events for the members of the Drumheller District. As a 4-H member she took on the responsibility to organize events and always did so in a pleasant and cheerful manner.
My condolences and I am sure those all 4-H’ers in the area go to Carlie’s family.
Summer Program Spaces Still Available
There are still some spaces available for the following summer programs. If you are interested in applying, here’s the information and a link to the application form:
Combined 2 - August 8 – 12 http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/camping.pdf
Intermediate 6 Day – August 1 – 6 http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/camping.pdf
PDP 2 - July 24 – 29 – Focus on Entrepreneurship http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5979/$FILE/pdp.pdf
Summer Program Acceptance Packages
I know that a number of you have applied to attend summer programs and have been wondering when you will hear if you have been accepted. Acceptance packages for LTCS and summer camps were sent out on Monday and PDP went out Wednesday. If you have not heard from the 4-H Staff regarding your application then you have been accepted into the program you applied for. If you do not receive your package by Thursday, June 23rd please contact me or the Airdrie 4-H Office and an e-mail acceptance package can be sent to you. No e-mails will be sent out before that date.
Heifer Show
The Regional Heifer Show – open to East and West Central – is still taking entries. The show goes on Sunday, July 3, 2011 at Bashaw. You can move in Saturday evening or Sunday morning. Here’s a link to the entry form.
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5769/$FILE/WC_HeiferShow.pdf
Please either fax (403)742-7575 or e-mail me if you plan to enter so that we know how many members to expect.
West Central Casino – November 15 and 16
The West Central 4-H Region will be working at a Casino in Red Deer on Tuesday, November 15 and Wednesday, November 16th. Each 4-H District should supply staff to work 6 shifts. There will be 2 shifts each day and the approximate times will be 11:30 a.m . to 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. An individual may work more than one shift during the duration of the casino. The casino will be held at the Cash Casino which is north-west casino in Red Deer. The council will provide hotel accommodation for anyone who requests it. If you are able to work this casino, please let me know by return e-mail or by dialing 310-0000 and then at the recorded message 403-742-7547. If you work the casino you may not play at that casino those two days.
East Central 4-H Equine Games Day – July 16
The Big Valley Rusty Spurs are hosting a games day for all equine 4-H members in the region. The event will be lots of fun and we hope to see lots of members there. The event will be held: Saturday, July 16 starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Donalda Ag. Grounds. If you want to arrive the night before, there will be camping available and there are some outdoor pens available for horses to use.
The cost is $ 10 per rider and each family is asked to provide an item for the pot luck lunch. Please also bring plates and cutlery for your family. Burgers and buns will be supplied. Each club should provide 2 games that they can run for the entire group. Pre-registration is requested by contacting Karen Sorensen at 403-742-8719 or snook66@gmail.com . Please pre-register by July 8th so that they have enough burgers and buns.
Equine Vet in Red Deer available for Workshop
I receive information from an Equine Veterinarian in Red Deer who would be willing to do a Saturday or Sunday workshop on Equine First Aid, Wound Management and Bandaging. He is also available during some evenings. If you would like more information about this, contact me and I will pass his contact information on to you.
Horsemanship Workshop in Stettler
The Stettler Silver Stars are hosting a clinic with Marty Gardner on June 18 and 19, 2011 at Stettler. All 4-H Club members are invited to attend. If you want more information about clinic contact the Stettler 4-H office.
4-H Rodeos
The final rodeos on the East Central Rodeo Circuit will be June 25 and 26 at Gooseberry Lake Rodeo grounds. Entries will be taken on June 15th. Here’s a link to all the information about the rodeos:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h5772/$FILE/EC_RodeoDates.pdf
Sponsor Support
A quick reminder to clubs that they should be acknowledging the support of various sponsors at their club achievement days and/or year end banquets. If you have a sponsor sign to post, please do and take a picture of it while you have it on display to send to the sponsor. As well, you may choose to acknowledge sponsors by including their name and/or log in your show program. Sending thank you notes to your sponsors is always a good idea and if you can include a picture that is a great idea too.
Opportunity for 4-H members with Heifer Projects
GrowSafe Systems in collaboration with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development’s Research Division is looking for 6 correct beef type, well cared for, quiet and halter broke yearling heifers to be part of the GrowSafe Systems’ display at this year’s Calgary Stampede. This display will be part of a large beef cattle interactive display called “The Cattle Trail” that has been designed to be premiered in 2011 showcasing all aspects of the beef industry from cow/calf to feedlot to retail beef. Ideally, this would be a 10 day commitment for the cattle and 4H members, but could be split into 2 five day commitments running July 7th to 12th or 12th to 17th.
4-H members (project owners) are to be on location at the Stampede grounds, taking care of their animals, keeping the pens clean, speaking to the public, etc. (training will be provided on site for the GrowSafe Systems). Heifers will be loose in a pen (3 per pen) with feedbunks and water.
GrowSafe Systems will provide:
- Reimbursement for cattle feed costs
- Passes to the Calgary Stampede including parking passes
- Student stipend paid to each family based on the number animals they bring. For example, a family providing 3 animals would be paid 100.00/day up to $1,000.00 for the 10 day commitment.
- Billeting options for some of the kids if required, and/or space to park a trailer.
An excellent opportunity for intermediate and senior 4-H members to learn “hands on” how GrowSafe’s advanced technology is playing a major role in the future of the beef cattle industry. It will also allow them to gain marketing skills and continue to develop their public speaking skills.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact the 4-H Office in Stettler, or Susan Markus at susan.markus@gov.ab.ca
Westerner Days
Westerner Days is going to be in Red Deer at the Westerner Grounds from July 20 – 24. As part of the event there are some livestock shows – for beef, Junior Beef, Goats, Miniature Donkeys and Miniature Horses. Check this link for more information or to enter:
http://www.westernerdays.ca/livestock/
ATB Contest – Why 4-H is Great
ATB is sponsoring a contest with a Gord Bamford concert in your home community. Videos can be submitted that are a maximum of 5 minutes in length that highlight why 4-H is great. The deadline for applications is June 28. For more details, check this link:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/Whyis4HGreat.pdf
ATB Contest – Musicians
Any past or present 4-H member can open for Gord Bamford at the concert given to be community that wins the “Why 4-H is Great” contest. Singers should submit a video of themselves singing one song. The deadline is June 28th. Here’s the details of the contest:
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/4h1080/$FILE/AB4HMusician.pdf
That’s it for now.
Janet Kerr
4-H Specialist - East and West Central
Phone 403-742-7547
Fax 403-742-7575
