Information for the food show, nutrition quiz bowl and food challenge will be coming soon. If you are interested in any of these projects or are wondering what these are, let Sarah know.
Those who participated in the food challege last year really enjoyed the new contest. There are some changes this year with the MyPyramid being replaced - do you know what the new recommendations are? Join us in one (or all 3) of the food and nutrition projects and find out!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Sock & Underwear Collection
The Texas 4-H Clothing and Textiles Advisory Board is taking this opportunity to coordinate and sponsor a new sock and underwear drive for individuals impacted by the wildfires. Bring NEW socks and/or underwear for all ages to the Extension Office (the deadline on the flier says the 27th but we'll take them til the 30th here).
Click here to see the promotional flier.
Prospect Shows in Hays County
Click here to find out more about the Bobcat Classic in San Marcos and the Dripping Springs Fall Classic. Opportunity for those with goats, sheep, swine, steers or heifers.
Monday, September 19, 2011
4-H Week Activities in Bastrop County
Proclamation signing declaring 4-H week in Bastrop County by County Judge. Monday, September 26 at 9:00 a.m. at the court house. Anyone who can, meet at the extension office and we'll go tot he court house together a few minutes before 9. Email sstribling@ag.tamu.edu or call 512-581-7186 to let us know if you plan on attending and need an eligib. ility form to miss school.
Pictures and articles for the 4-H Tabloid by Bastrop Advertiser must be emailed or brought to the Extension Office NO LATER THAN 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 27. If we don't have it by then, it can't be included.
You are also encouraged to do activities as a club and/or on your own to promote 4-H during National 4-H week, October 2-8.
Pictures and articles for the 4-H Tabloid by Bastrop Advertiser must be emailed or brought to the Extension Office NO LATER THAN 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 27. If we don't have it by then, it can't be included.
You are also encouraged to do activities as a club and/or on your own to promote 4-H during National 4-H week, October 2-8.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Junior Leadership Retreat
Junior Leadership Retreat is the epitome of “youth teaching youth”. Members of the Texas 4-H Council serve as the coordinators of the weekend leadership retreat and facilitate all of the concurrent workshops. Junior and Intermediate level 4-H members have an opportunity on a state-wide basis to begin networking with other 4-H members while learning about new and exciting 4-H projects and opportunities. This year’s focus will be on Healthy Lifestyles, Outdoor Challenge, Record Keeping, Housing and Agricultural Products.
WHO: 4-H members ages 9-14 (and adult chaperones)
WHAT: State level leadership development program
WHERE: Texas 4-H Conference Center, Brownwood
WHEN: Friday November 11 arrive 7:30-8:30 p.m. throught Sunday Novmeber 13 depart by 11:00 a.m.
COST: $105 for youth, $70 for Adult Chaperones (includes two nights lodging, four meals, two evening snacks and program fees)
Registration is open and can be accessed from the 4-H Center website texas4hcenter.tamu.edu Just click on the Register Now button. Deadline to register is November 4.
WHO: 4-H members ages 9-14 (and adult chaperones)
WHAT: State level leadership development program
WHERE: Texas 4-H Conference Center, Brownwood
WHEN: Friday November 11 arrive 7:30-8:30 p.m. throught Sunday Novmeber 13 depart by 11:00 a.m.
COST: $105 for youth, $70 for Adult Chaperones (includes two nights lodging, four meals, two evening snacks and program fees)
Registration is open and can be accessed from the 4-H Center website texas4hcenter.tamu.edu Just click on the Register Now button. Deadline to register is November 4.
2011-2012 District 10 4-H Contest Dates
Below are dates for district events that have been scheduled. Let us know if you would like more information on any of the activities.
| Oct 8, 2011 | |
| One Day 4-H | |
| Oct 15, 2011 | |
| 4-H Honors Banquet | Uvalde |
| Dec 3, 2011 | |
| Food Show, Nutrition Quiz Bowl | San Marcos |
| Jan 4, 2012 | |
| Food Challenge | San Marcos |
| Feb 10, 2012 | |
| Dairy Judging | San Antonio |
| Feb 16, 2012 | |
| Horse Judging | San Antonio |
| Feb 18, 2012 | |
| Consumer Judging | San Antonio |
| April 14, 2012 | |
| Smallbore Rifle Contest | Floresville |
| April 18, 2012 | |
| Range and Pasture ID | Kerrville |
| Wool and Mohair Judging | Kerrville |
| Meats Judging Contest with District 7 | San Angelo |
| Soils Judging Contest | Kerrville |
| April 21, 2012 | |
| Roundup | TBA |
| Leaders 4 Life | TBA |
| Beef Quiz Bowl | TBA |
| Horse Quiz Bowl | TBA |
| Swine Skill-A-Thon | TBA |
| Photography Contest Display @ Roundup | TBA |
| Senior Fashion Show @ Roundup | TBA |
| April 28, 2012 | |
| Livestock Judging Contest | Fredericksburg |
| Entomology Judging Contest | Fredericksburg |
| June 11-15, 2012 | |
| Texas 4-H Roundup | Lubbock |
| June 19-20, 2012 | |
| District Horse Show | Seguin |
| June 26-29, 2012 | |
| Leadership Lab (D6, D7, D10) | New Braunfels |
| July 12, 2012 | |
| 4-H Recordbook Judging | Helotes |
| 4-H Junior Leader Rally | Helotes |
| July 15-18, 2012 | |
| Texas 4-H Congress | Austin |
| July 16, 2012 | |
| Jr./Int. Fashion Show & Fashion Storyboard | Hondo |
| Textiles Show | Hondo |
| July 22, 2012 | |
| State Horse Show | Abilene |
| Aug 18 or 25, 2012 | |
| Mega Meeting | TBA |
| Oct 7-13, 2012 | |
| National 4-H Week | |
| Oct 13, 2012 | |
| One Day 4-H | |
| Oct 20, 2012 | |
| 4-H Honors Banquet | Uvalde |
Club Meeting Times and Locations
There have been some changes to club meeting times and locations. Double check to make sure you know when and where your club is meeting!
Bastrop 4-H Club
Brush Poppers 4-H Horse Club
Lone Star's September and October meetings will be at 7:00 the 3rd Monday!
Vet Science group will meet at the Elgin Frontier Bank at 6:00 the 3rd Monday of October.
Paige 4-H Club
Rockne 4-H Club
Bastrop 4-H Club
Second Monday, 6:00 p.m.
Wexford - 278 Hwy 304 - Bastrop
Brush Poppers 4-H Horse Club
First Monday, 7:00 p.m.
Cedar Creek United Methodist Church
K-9 Cadets 4-H Dog Club
Second Tuesday, 6:45 p.m.
Bastrop Show Barn
Lone Star 4-H Club
Second Monday, 7:00 p.m.
Frontier Bank Meeting Room, Elgin
Lone Star's September and October meetings will be at 7:00 the 3rd Monday!
Vet Science group will meet at the Elgin Frontier Bank at 6:00 the 3rd Monday of October.
First Sunday, 4:30 p.m.
Paige Community Center
Second Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Rockne Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Rockne
Thursday, September 8, 2011
NEW 4-H RECORD KEEPING SYSTEM
Starting October 1, you can visit http://www.4hreports.com to see a newly created online 4-H recordkeeping system. While there really are not major changes, you should be very pleased with the changes. You also have the option of utilizing the online system or the printed forms. A highlight of changes includes:
- 3 levels of recordbooks - Junior, Intermediate, & Senior with the Junior & Intermediate books being simplified
- The 5 4-H objectives will no longer be referenced in the report form
- Photo captions not required
- Resume for seniors not required
Online trainings have been planned for October and November, and these sessions will be recorded so you can listen to them at your convenience.
- 3 levels of recordbooks - Junior, Intermediate, & Senior with the Junior & Intermediate books being simplified
- The 5 4-H objectives will no longer be referenced in the report form
- Photo captions not required
- Resume for seniors not required
Online trainings have been planned for October and November, and these sessions will be recorded so you can listen to them at your convenience.
NATIONAL 4-H WEEK
National 4-H week is Sun., Oct. 2 - Sat., Oct. 8.
It will be here before you know it, so be sure your club is planning some festive activities. We will also be planning some things to do at the county level. Be watching for more information!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)