2013 2014 activity guide

2013-2014 Activity Guide

About the Natchitoches 4-H Office

The 4-H club program is the youth’s education division of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service. It is funded in Natchitoches Parish by: ~ United States Department of Agriculture ~ Louisiana State University Agricultural Center ~ Natchitoches Parish School Board ~ City of Natchitoches ~ Natchitoches Sheriffs Office Location: Live Oak Building (Next to Lasayone’s) 624 Second Street Natchitoches, LA 71457 Mailing Address: Natchitoches Parish 4-H Office 624 Second Street Natchitoches, LA 71457 Phone Number: Fax Number: (318) 357-2224 (318) 357-2225 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Meet Our Staff… 4-H Program Youth Development/Leadership/FCS Gwen Fontenot [email protected] ivestock/Agriculture/Outdoor Skills Steve Roberts [email protected] Administrative Coordinator Dera Killingsworth [email protected]

Keep up with the latest 4-H Activities & News! View our monthly newsletter at www.la4h.org/natchitoches

or pick up a copy at your 4-H club meeting! Like Natchitoches Parish 4-H

Who’s Responsible for What? The following agents are responsible for the 4-H program in Natchitoches Parish. For specific project

questions related to subject matter, see the list below. If you have other general questions,

please call or send an email to contact them.

Steve Roberts: [email protected] Gwen Fontenot: [email protected]

Steve Roberts Gwen Fontenot

Aerospace Dog Care/Pet Care

Bicycle Child & Family Development

Environment/Shooting Sports/

Hiking

Citizenship

Forestry/Wood Science Clothing

Horticulture Communications

Insects Foods and Nutrition

Plant Science Health

Poultry Home Environment

Rabbits Personal Development

Swine Theatre Arts

Beef Photography

Dairy Leadership

Horse Computers

Goats Electric Energy

Sheep Club Leaders

Jr. Leadership Club Jr. Leadership Club

Livestock Club and Shows 4-H Club Meetings

Camp Roughin’ It Food and Fitness Camp

Survival Camp Fashion Camp

4-H Summer Camp 4-H Summer Camp

4-H University 4-H University

Challenge Camp State Records/Portfolios

LOST Camp Newsletters

Experience Day Experience Day

Jr. Leadership Conference Standard of Excellence

Youth Wetlands Week Cookery Contests

mailto:[email protected]

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September: 2 4-H Office Closed: Labor Day 22 Jr. Leader Recruitment Social 23 DUE: Military Poster Contest 23-28 Parish Fair 28 Beef and Egg Cookery Contest October: 6-12 National 4-H Week 9-20 Tractor Supply Clover Sale 10 Jr. Leader Meeting 21 State Fair Entries 26 4-H Night w/ the Tigers 26 State Fair Talent Show 26 State Fair Quiz Bowl Competitions 27 DUE: State Fair BB Gun Registration 31 AgMagic at the State Fair November: 1 AgMagic at the State Fair 1 DUE: Survivor Camp Registration 2 State Fair BB Gun Contest 7-8 AgMagic at the State Fair 10 State Fair Ends 11 State Fair Entries Must Be Picked Up 14 Jr. Leader Meeting 15 DUE: LA Connections Camp Registration 25-27 Survivor Camp 28-29 4-H Office Closed: Thanksgiving December: 7 Louisiana 4-H Day of Service 12 Jr. Leader Meeting 13-15 LA Connections Camp 20 DUE: Fashion Camp Registration 24-1 4-H Office Closed: Christmas January: 1 4-H Office Closed: New Year’s Holiday 9 Jr. Leader Meeting 17 DUE: Food and Fitness Camp Registration 25-26 Fashion Camp 30-1 District Livestock Show 31 DUE: Junior Leadership Conference Registration 31 DUE: Honey Bee Essays

February: 1 District Livestock Show 7 DUE: 4-H Challenge Camp Registration 8-15 LSU Livestock Show 13 Jr. Leader Meeting 14 DUE: Beef and Dairy Posters 17 Pecan, Poultry, and Seafood Cookery Contest 21 DUE: Camp Roughin’ It Registration 22-23 Food and Fitness Camp March: 1 MDA Shamrock Drive Begins 7-9 Junior Leadership Conference 13 Jr. Leader Meeting 14-16 Challenge Camp 24-26 Camp Roughin’ It 31 MDA Shamrock Drive Ends April NO SCHOOL CLUB MEETINGS 10 Jr. Leader Meeting 17 DUE: 4-H Portfolios/Record Books 17 DUE: Standard of Excellence Applications 17 DUE: 8 Activity/Event Applications 18 4-H Office Closed: Good Friday 21-25 Youth Wetlands Week 24 Area Cookery Contest May 2 4-H Experience Day 8 4-H Awards Banquet 26 4-H Office Closed: Memorial Day 28 4-H Day at the Capital June 2-6 4-H Summer Camp 17-20 4-H University 28 DUE: Project Books for State Record Competition August 4-8 LOST Camp TBA: State 4-H Honor Cord, Key Club, Award of Excellence Scholarship Deadline Southern Livestock Show State Horse Show

2013-2014 Natchitoches Parish 4-H Activity Calendar

Dates are subject to change. Be sure to check out the monthly 4-H Newsletter published Sept-April for the most current, up to date information.

For more information contact the 4-H Office at 357-2224. Visit us at www.la4h.org/natchitoches Find us on Facebook: Natchitoches Parish 4-H

MONTH PROGRAM TITLE LIFE SKILLS &

CHARACTER

September 4-H Orientation

Leadership, Citizenship, and

Responsibility

October Qualities of a Leader Who am I?; Pride Lines

Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills,

Communication

November Communication Connection Pretzel Activity

Communication, Teamwork, Cooperation,

Social Skills, Problem Solving

December There’s No I in Team Jelly Bean Jar

Teamwork, Communication, Cooperation,


January Go for the Goal Body Parts

Teamwork, Communication, Cooperation,


February What Were You Thinking? When Somebody Claps Twice; Musical Paper

Bags

Decision Making, Problem Solving,

Teamwork, Communication, Conflict

Resolution

March Leading with Vision Red & Black Card Game

Problem Solving, Decision Making, Social

Skills, Planning, Organizing

April No Club Meetings due to LEAP

testing

May 4-H Experience Day

COMMON CORE STANDARDS COVERED DURING OUR LESSONS: K-5 ELA: Reading-Key Ideas and Details: 1; K-5 ELA: Writing- Text Types and Purposes: 1, 2;

Production and Distribution of Writing: 4; K-5 ELA: Speaking and Listening- Comprehen-sion and Collaboration: 1, 2, 3; Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas: 4, 6; K-5 ELA: Language

- Knowledge of Language: 3; Vocabulary Acquisition and Use: 6; 6-12 ELA: Reading- Key Ideas and Details: 1; 6-12 ELA: Writing- Text Types and Purposes: 1, 2, Production and

Distribution of Writing: 4; 6-12 ELA: Speaking and Listening- Comprehension and Collabora-tion: 1, 2, 3; Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas: 4, 6; 6-12 ELA: Language- Knowledge of

Language: 3- Vocabulary Acquisition and Use: 6

GOAL: For youth to learn and practice leadership

skills that build strong citizens of the future

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Enrollment

Volunteers/Leaders

- Returning and new volunteers must complete the 4-H Volunteer Enrollment Form

- All volunteers must complete the Volunteer Leader Job Description

MUST have 10 or more youth enrolled and attending meetings to be considered

a club. If an Extension Agent attends a total of 3 meetings where there are 9 or less members

present, we will no longer visit that school.

CLUB ENROLLMENT DUE: OCTOBER 25, 2013. After this date youth must enroll as a mem-

ber at large through the 4-H office.

Members Returning and new members must the complete the 4-H Member Enrollment Form

*See next page for example

Reminders:

- Fill in all the blanks

- Insert correct year in 4-H (if this is their 1st year write “1” not “0”)

- Write e-mail address legibly (this is our main form of communication)

Youth are not required to enroll in or select a 4-H project book, however they

are encouraged to because it teaches project mastery. We do have specialty

project clubs that work with youth and provide opportunities in order to com-

plete their book such as Livestock, Shooting Sports, Horse Club etc.

Youth wishing to attend 4-H Experience Day at the end of the year must either

turn in a completed 4-H project book/portfolio or complete the Experience Day

application which requires participation in at least 8 activities sponsored by the

4-H office.

Youth are limited to one project book. Exceptions will be granted upon

approval of the 4-H Club Leader or 4-H Agent. If a child is enrolling for 4-H for the first

time and is in grades 4th through 6th they must enroll in Discovering 4-H.

Getting Your Project Books You have 2 options:

-Bring enrollment cards to our office and select your books from our supply room OR

-Get enrollment cards to the 4-H Office and the 4-H Agent will deliver them to your

October or November meeting!

Project Books

Club Invoice/Assessment Fee Clubs will receive an invoice in January 2014. Any youth enrolled in your school club

by January 1, 2013 will be assessed the $7.00 parish club fee. Therefore, it is the

club leaders responsibility to notify the 4-H Office before January 1, 2014 if a youth

withdraws from their school 4-H club.

What is Jr. Leadership?

Junior Leadership is a service leadership club, open to all 7th through 12th

graders in Natchitoches Parish. The club meets the second Thursday of every month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Natchitoches Arts Center.

We emphasize service to our club, our communities, our country and our world.

We work on activities that benefit the local community such as collection drives

for the Women’s Resource Center, D.O.V.E.S. and Toys for Tots. We also work

with needy families and more!

Club member is open. Dues for the entire year are only $10.00. To join 4-H must

complete a Jr. Leadership Membership Registration form and submit with a

$10.00 payment to the 4-H Office. Enrollment closes at the October Jr.

Leadership Meeting.

What are Project Clubs?

Project clubs are special clubs open to all 4-H’ers and are conducted by

volunteer leaders. If you have a parent or leader that might be interested in

forming a project club, contact the 4-H Office.

Shooting Sports Project Club

4-H Shooting Sports is active program that is attractive to

both youth and adults. The program uses experiential

learning and positive interactions with youth and adult role

models. Shotgun, rifle, pistol, muzzleloader, archery, and

hunting disciplines are used to help young people

develop self-concept, self-assurance and a positive

self-image. The curriculum is designed to assist young people in establishing a

personal environmental ethic.

Shooting Sports is an activity for everyone-girls, boys, young, old, urban and

rural. Participation in Shooting Sports is limited by age, skill or physical abilities.

The 4-H Shooting Sports program is open to youth ages 9-19. This a fun, action

oriented program. You will get to make new friends and develop skills that will

last a lifetime. If you would like to schedule a shooting sports program for your

school or club contact Steve Roberts at the 4-H Office (357-2224) for more in-

formation.

Specialty Clubs

Northwest Louisiana 4-H Horse Club The Natchitoches Parish 4-H Horse Club is organized as a part

of the Natchitoches parish LSU AgCenter. The project club is

dedicated to teaching youth more about the care, training

and riding of horses. The goal of the project club is help youth

and their families achieve success with horse 4-H projects. For

more information contact Mary Kelley

[email protected] or find them on Facebook at

Northwest Louisiana 4-H Horse Club.

Natchitoches Parish 4-H Livestock Club The primary purpose of the youth livestock program is to

provide an opportunity for the development of youth through

involvement in an activity that interests them. The secondary

purpose is to teach them how to care for, fit and show their

animals. Through the responsibilities and experiences of

livestock projects, youth develop positive character traits. The

club offers field days, educational trips, and hands-on

activities with professionals. For more information contact the

4-H/County Agent, Steve Roberts, at 318-357-2224 or at

[email protected].

Camping Opportunities

Food and Fitness Camp Usually held during the spring at Camp Grant Walker, this camp is perfect for those

interested in health, diet and physical activity. Quota is 4 per campers with at least

ONE overnight chaperoned trained volunteer. Campers must be in grades 4th

through 7th.

Fashion Camp The Fashion Board is responsible for administering this camp at Camp Grant Walker.

Held during the spring this camp is open to those whom have a interest in sewing

and design. Quota is 4 per campers with at least ONE overnight chaperoned

trained volunteer. Campers must be in grades 4th through 7th.

LA Connections Camp This camp reinforces civic knowledge, attitudes and actions and education. It

helps youth form attitudes and behaviors that employers repeatedly report they

seek in potential employers. It is a great experience for those wanting to know a

little more about Louisiana history as well.

Challenge Camp Open to all 7th and 8th graders this camp focuses on teambuilding, problem

solving and leadership skills. Quota varies each year but is usually limited to

10-15 campers for Natchitoches Parish. Held in the spring at Camp Grant Walker.

Camp Roughin’ It and Survival Camp Camp Roughin’ It (4th-8th graders) and Survival Camp (9th-12th graders) are out-

door skills camps where you camp in tents, cook your own food and learn about

the environment! Events include: wildlife, archery, gps, forest health, atv, canoe-

ing...and fun nighttime activities! Quota is limited each year and varies but is usually

limited to 20 campers for Natchitoches Parish. Held at Gum Springs or Caney Lake.

Junior Leadership Conference Provides a unique opportunity for a diverse group of youth who are

currently engaged in significant leadership and/or other service

learning activities to come together while further learning and develop-

ing their leadership and teamwork skills. Camp held in the Spring at

Camp Grant Walker. Open to Jr. Leaders at 14 years and older.

LOST Camp Held the last camping week of the summer at Camp Grant Walker, LOST camp is

for 7th and 8th graders. For 4-Her’s who loved going to camp this was a chance to

once again experience 4-H Summer Camp! Tracks offered include rockery/

robotics, wetlands, energy, outdoor skills, GPS/GIS and forensic science. Quota is

limited for Natchitoches Parish and is determined each year.

4-H Summer Camp The most popular camp among youth in grades 4th through 6th. Each year

Natchitoches parish goes camping at Camp Grant Walker for 5 days and 4

nights. The week we go varies each year but is usually held in early June.

Tracks include wetlands, outdoor skills, art and drama, nutrition and many

more! Quota is usually limited to approximately 30 youth but varies each year.

Registration for summer camp will open in early spring.

4-H University Trips, scholarships, cash awards plus a lot of FUN are waiting for those 4-H Club

members who want to attend this camp held in Baton Rouge at the LSU Cam-

pus in June. Must be 13 years or older before January 1st of the year to attend.

For more information on how to qualify and the wide range of contests and

clover college sessions contact the 4-H Office, 357-2224.

Natchitoches Parish Camping Policies 1. ALL Camp forms (registration, health form, parental consent to

administer medicine and code of conduct) must be completed by the parent or guardian and signed appropriately by the parent or guardian and/or child attending (if needed). Under no circumstances is anyone else allowed to complete these forms.

2. NO CAMP SUBSTITUTION ALLOWED. If your child signs up for a camp and cannot attend NO OTHER CHILD is allowed to take his/her place for that camp.

Why should I keep a Record Book?

4-H members enjoy working with their projects, but often record keeping

is not an activity enjoyed or done on a regular basis. However, since

keeping records is necessary throughout life, anytime is a good time to

begin developing good record keeping skills. Reasons why Record Books

are important are numerous. The benefits include the following: Members

who keep good records:

Are eligible for 4-H scholarships, and 4-H awards trips such National 4-H

Congress

Learn important life skills: goal setting, organizing, planning, and written

communication

• Possible county, state, and/or national recognition

• Have an invaluable personal memory book (this has proven very helpful

as older 4-H youth complete resumes and apply for awards, including

college scholarships, job applications, & Senior portfolios)

• Learn how to set goals and evaluate their project’s progress

• May reflect on and evaluate their personal growth Basic Guidelines

1. All records should be placed in a 4-H portfolio cover or a 3 ring NO

POCKET FOLDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

2. The time period of the 4-H portfolio work covers one school year.

3. Use section dividers (Section 1—8)

4. Print or type clearly. An online version is available at

http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/4H/teens/4h_portfolio/

5. Write a caption for each picture.

6. SAVE newspaper clippings, letters etc. TAKE lots of pictures throughout

the year.

7. DO NOT include ribbons in your portfolio.

Portfolios (Record Books) are due

April 17, 2014

by 4:30 p.m. to the Natchitoches Parish 4-H Office

Books received after this deadline are not

guaranteed to be evaluated and scored.

Portfolio and Record Keeping

Awards and Scholarships

Louisiana State 4-H Foundation Junior Award of Excellence

Awarded annually to youth in grades 4-6 statewide for active participation in the

4-H program. Number of recipients varies by parish and is based on the previous year’s

club enrollment. Application available from 4-H Agent.

Key Club Award

Recognizes 4-H Club members who have shown outstanding leadership ability in their

club and in their parish. The object of the program is to encourage project growth, a

broad program of 4-H club members who have show outstanding leadership ability in

their club and in their parish. A club member may win the award only one time. Youth

must be a member of the Junior Leadership Club for one year.

Senior Honor Cord

Recognizes graduating seniors in the LA 4-H program. For youth to receive the 4-H Hon

or Cord they must meet the following requirements: must be an enrolled 4-H member in

good standing; must be a graduating senior; must have been enrolled in 4-H for 3 years

of their high school career; must have participated in at least one state sponsored 4-H

program in the last 3 years; must fill out application form and turn in to their parish office

by the deadline date.

Louisiana 4-H Foundation Scholarships

Each year the LA 4-H Foundation recognizes high school graduates who have excelled

in 4-H project work, community service, leadership and academic work through the LA

4-H scholarship program. To apply for a scholarship, club members must complete an

application form, include a letter of recommendation, and a transcript of grades, and

submit to the LA 4-H Foundation by their deadline.

Natchitoches Parish Awards Natchitoches Parish Standard of Excellence

This award is meant for 4-H members who have shown exceptional work within the 4-H

program, especially at the parish, district and state level. Recipients are honored at an

awards program in May. To be eligible youth must submit completed application by

parish deadline; turn a completed project book and portfolio; participate in four

community service activities and participate in a minimum of eight 4-H sponsored

activities. See application for details.

Scott Truck and Tractor Scholarship

Established by the late Mr. Tom Scott and his daughter Mrs. Betty Cummings, this

scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has shown outstanding leadership

and devoted him or herself to community service projects within the parish. The amount

ranges from $1000 to $2000 and may divided among more than one person.

Awards and Scholarships Continued

Natchitoches Parish Awards Natchitoches Parish Junior Leadership Club

Each year Jr. Leadership Officers are recognized for their leadership at the annual

awards banquet/reception. At the discretion of the 4-H Agent, awards may also be

given for overall leadership, community service involvement or other areas deemed fit.

Natchitoches Parish Friends of 4-H

The Natchitoches Parish 4-H Foundation recognizes adult volunteers who have gone

above and beyond their call of duty. Recommendations are made by the 4-H Agent

and are based on dedication to the 4-H program and volunteer commitments (project

club leaders, shooting sports instructors, livestock leaders etc.) to the program over the

past year. There is no limit as to the number of awards given for category.

Natchitoches Parish 4-H Club Awards Membership Increase

The club that increases their membership percentage the most as compared to last

year.

Most 4-H Activity Participation

The club with the most participation in 4-H sponsored activities such as the cookery

contest, state fair events, poster contests etc.

Most Community Service Participation

The club that completes the most community service activities. At least four of the

activities have to be the 4-H military service projects.

Camping Award

The club that has the most youth attend 4--H overnight camping events, including 4-H

University and 4-H Summer Camp held in the summer of 2013.

Natchitoches Parish 4-H Standard of Excellence Award Application

(2013-2014) Due to the 4-H office by: April 17, 2014

Name of Applicant: Age: School or Club Name: Grade: Goal of this award: This award is meant for 4-H members who have shown exception-al work within the 4-H program, especially at the parish, district and state level and to reward their work. Those who receive the award will be recognized at the end of the years Award’s Banquet/Reception held in May 2014. Criteria used to determine outstanding recipient: A recipient of this award must complete EIGHT (8) parish/district/statewide activities/contests; complete 2 Natchitoches Parish 4-H sponsored community service activities and 2 on your own or with your club and turn in a completed 4-H Portfolio and Project Book at the end of the year. Have you turned in an acceptable 4-H Portfolio and Project Book to your club leader and has he/she signed your book? (circle yes or no) YES NO Check at least 3 Natchitoches Parish 4-H Military community service projects that you have participated in this past year and list 2 others you participated in with your club or by yourself.

Military Service Projects ______ Fall into the Holidays for Troops _____ Cater to our Canines ______ Seasonal Sights, Sounds, and Sweets _____ Send ‘em Some Spring ______ Warm a Troops Heart Drive _____ Let the Games Begin

Other Service Projects (1) _____________________________ 2)_______________________________ I have read the above information and all criteria for the Natchitoches Parish Standard of Excellence Award. The information provided is true and accurate. Signature of 4-H Club Member Date Signature of Parent/Guardian Date Signature of 4-H Club Leader Date Revised 7-29-2013

Check off the contest and/or activities sponsored by the Natchitoches Parish 4-H Program that you participated in this year. You must have participated in at least EIGHT (8) of the events listed below. You may add additional events upon approval of 4-H Agent(s). Individual club activities do not count. Event must sponsored by the 4-H Office.

Awards 2013 4-H Foundation State Award of Excellence 2013 4-H Foundation Key Club Recipient Camps 2013 Camp Roughin’ It 2013 4-H Summer Camp 2013 4-H University 2013 LOST Camp 2013 Survivor Camp 2013 LA Connections Camp 2014 Fashion Camp 2014 Food & Fitness Camp 2014 Junior Leadership Conference 2014 Challenge Camp 2014 Camp Roughin’ It Clubs 13-14 Club Officer (President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Parliamentarian, CRD Chairman, Social) Does not include committees, does not include chairman of committees! 13-14 Attended at minimum of 5 Jr. Leader Meetings Cookery Contests 2013 Beef Cookery 2013 Egg Cookery 2014 Pecan Cookery 2014 Poultry Cookery 2014 Seafood Cookery 2014 Area Cookery Horse Club 13-14 Attended at minimum of 5 mtgs/activites ______ 2013 District Horse Show ______ 2013 State Horse Show 13-14 Other Horse Show (Count as “1”) Natchitoches Parish Fair 2013 Horse Show 2013 Rabbit Show 2013 Poultry Show 2013 House Pet Show 2013 Livestock Show 2013 4-H Has Talent Show 2013 Competitive Exhibits (counts as “1”) 2013 Educational Board Construction/Presentation 2013 Kids Day at the Fair Volunteer

Livestock 2014 Natchitoches Spring Livestock Show 2014 District Livestock Show 2014 LSU Livestock Show 2014 Southern Livestock Show 13-14 Jackpot Livestock Show (counts as “1”) 13-14 Livestock Project Club (min. 5 meetings) Other Contests 13-14 Beef Poster Contest 13-14 Dairy Poster Contest 2013 Military Poster Contest 13-14 4-H Sponsored Photography Contest 13-14 Summer Camp Slogan Contest 2013 Honey Bee Essay Other State 4-H Sponsored 2014 Commodity Illustrated Talk Contest 2014 4-H Day at the Capital 2013 State Record Book Participant/Winner Parish Clubs/Events (not contests) 2013 4-H Experience Day/Awards Banquet 13-14 Parish Wide Project Club 13-14 Public Service Announcements (print/written) Shooting Sports 13-14 Attended at minimum of 5 practices 2013 Regional Shooting Sports Contest 2013 State 4-H Shooting Sports Contest Sporting Events 2013 4-H LSU Football Game 2014 4-H Night New Orleans Hornets State Fair of Louisiana 2013 Talent Show 2013 Quiz Bowl Team 2013 BB Gun Contest 2013 Competitive Exhibits (counts as “1”) 2013 Livestock/Poultry/Rabbit Show 2013 AgMagic Participant/Volunteer: Oct. 31, Nov 1, 7, & 8

Other Activities to be Approved by 4-H Agent List Below. Maximum of 3. DO NOT include volunteer, community service or donations.

Revised 7-29-2013

Please Print CALENDAR YEAR ______________

1. NAME__________________________________________________________________

(First) (Middle) (Last)

2. 4-H’ers E-MAIL ADDRESS (if applicable)__________________________________________

3. MAILING ADDRESS________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

(City) (State) (ZIP Code)

4. PARISH ENROLLED LAST YEAR ______________________________________________

5. DATE OF BIRTH (Month/Day/Year) _______________ GENDER Boy Girl AGE _______

6.

7. CIRCLE THE AREA WHERE YOU LIVE:

1. 2. 3.

Farm or Town under Town and

rural area 10,000 city 10,000 to 50,000

8. GRADE _______ YEARS IN 4-H including this year _______

9. PARENT/GUARDIAN ________________________ PHONE________________________

10. Does anyone in your immediate family serve in:

11. CIRCLE ONE TYPE OF CLUB:

School Community Member-at-Large

Name of school/club ______________________________________________________

Active / Career Guard Reserves

Air Force

Army

Coast Guard

Marine Corps

Navy

Air Guard

Army Guard

Air Reserves

Army Reserves

Coast Guard Reserves

Marine Force

Reserves

Navy Reserves

RACE (check one) ETHNICITY (check one)

American

Indian or Alaskan

Native

Asian

Black or

African

American

Native

Hawaiian or other

Pacific Islander

White

Hispanic or

Latino

Not Hispanic or

Latino

Permission for _____________________________________________________________________________ (your child’s name)

My child has my permission to join 4-H. I will encourage and assist my child in completing the 4-H project book(s).

Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian E-mail: _____________________________________________________________________

Note: Your child(ren) may be photographed or videotaped for promotional or educational purposes.

I understand my child may participate in and/or complete surveys and evaluations that will be used to determine

4-H program effectiveness or to promote the program. Youth will be asked their consent before completing a

survey or evaluation. Participation in surveys and evaluations is voluntary and does not affect eligibility to par-

ticipate in the 4-H program.

NATCHITOCHES PARISH ONLY DUE BY: ________

Put a check () in the left box of the project unit to enroll. Put a check () in the right box if you need a book.

enroll Project need book

Pet Care

6359 Pet Pals (4th)

6360 Pets: Scurry Ahead (5-6th)

8148 Cat: Purr-fect Pals

8166 Dog: Wiggles and Wags

Healthy Living Project

7144 Nutrition: Six Easy Bites

8174 Health: First Aid in Action

8334 Bicycling for Fun (4-5th)

8335 Bicycle: Wheels in Motion (6th)

Citizenship Project

7906 Step Up To Leadership - My Leadership Journal (6th)

8156 Communications: Picking up the Pieces

8182 Service Learning: Agents of Change (5-6th)


Discovering 4-H

2348 Discovering 4-H (5th)

3265 Discovering the World of 4-H (4th)

Science, Engineering & Technology Project

7162 Gardening: See Them Sprout (4th only)

7163 Gardening: Let's Get Growing (5-6th)

8060 Sewing: Under Construction

PC1 Focus On Photography

Outdoor Skills

**Shooting Sports books will ONLY be distributed to those

who attend practice.**

750 Shooting Sports: Rifle

751 Shooting Sports: Archery

752 Shooting Sports: Shotgun

754 Shooting Sports: Hunting/Wildlife

7598 Sports fishing: Take the Bait (Level 1)

Raising Animals

2390 Poultry Project

6363 Poultry: Scratching the Surface (4th)

6364 Poultry: Testing Your Wings (5-6th)

6367 Lambs, Rams and You

7909 Meat Goats: Just Browsing

8048 Vet Science: From Airedales to Zebras

8053 Horses: Giddy Up & Go

8065 Swine: The Incredible Pig

8080 Rabbits: What's Hoppening

8143 Beef: Bite Into Beef

8161 Beef: Cowabunga

8352 Dairy Goat: Getting Your Goat

You can help your 4-H member and the 4-H

Club by assisting in the following ways:

I will provide help by working with a special activity or

activities during the year. (check one) Yes No

I want more information about working with a small

group of youngsters as a volunteer project leader.

The project I would like to work with is:

_______________________________________

I would like to help (check one):

Locally (School) Parish wide Both

Visit our websites:

www.LSUAgCenter.com

www.4-HClubhouse.com

The LSU AgCenter provides equal opportunities in

programs and employment. (Pub. 2706-B 7/13 Rev.)

ONLY CHECK ONE PROJECT BOOK.

NEW! Activity Guides

First Aid (Level One)

Bullying Prevention (Level One)

Cyber Bullying (Level One)

Communication: Let’s Talk About It (Level One)

Healthy Living (Level One)

Photography: Selecting the Camera for You (Level One)

Photography: Taking Your Best Shot (Level One)

Pet Care: Healthy Pets (Level One)

Natchitoches Parish Enrollment Fee: $7.00

My School Club Dues: ______

TOTAL: ______

Make checks payable to:

I would like more information about the following

project clubs:

Horse Project Club

Livestock Project Club

Shooting Sports Project Club (rifle, shotgun, archery)

YES! Please add me to your 4-H

Newsletter Email List!

Email Address: ___________________________________________

SELECTING A PROJECT BOOK IS OPTIONAL. YOUTH CAN COMPLETE

EIGHT (8) 4-H ACTIVITIES/EVENTS INSTEAD OF A PROJECT BOOK.

4th-6th Grade


1. NAME__________________________________________________________________



3. MAILING ADDRESS________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________




6.


1. 2. 3.







School Community Member-at-Large Junior Leadership Club (separate dues/meets outside of school)



Air Force

Army

Coast Guard

Marine Corps

Navy

Air Guard

Army Guard

Air Reserves

Army Reserves


Marine Force

Reserves

Navy Reserves


American

Indian or Alaskan

Native

Asian

Black or

African

American

Native

Hawaiian or other

Pacific Islander

White

Hispanic or

Latino

Not Hispanic or

Latino













Science, Engineering & Technology Project

7164 Gardening: Take Your Pick

8049 Vet Science: All Systems Go

8061 Fashion Forward

PC2 Photography: Controlling the Image

Outdoor Skills

**Shooting Sports books will ONLY be distributed to

those who attend practice.**

750 Shooting Sports: Rifle




7599 Sport fishing: Reel in the Fun, (Level 2)

Raising Livestock Animals

2571 Swine

6368 Shear Delight - Sheep

7910 Goat: Get Growing With Meat

8054 Horse: Head, Heart, & Hooves

8081 Rabbit: Making Tracks

8144 Here's the Beef

8162 Dairy: Mooving Ahead

8353 Dairy Goat: Stepping Out

8055 Horse: Stable Relationships

6365 Poultry: Flocking Together

8066 Swine: Putting the Oink in Pig


Pet Care 2511 More About Pets

8167 Canine Connection - Dog

8149 Climbing Up! - Cat

6360 Scurry Ahead - Pets

Healthy Living Project 7146 Nutrition: Tasty Tidbits

8175 Staying Healthy

8335 Wheels in Motion - Bicycle

Citizenship Project 7906 Step Up To Leadership - My Leadership Journal

8157 Putting it Together - Public Speaking

8182 Agents of Change - Service Learning


Jr. Leadership Dues: $10.00


TOTAL: ______









_______________________________________



Visit our websites:

www.LSUAgCenter.com







Email Address: ___________________________________________


project clubs:

Horse Project Club

Junior Leadership Club




Don’t Strike Out with Your Heart (Level Two)

Bullying Prevention (Level Two)

Cyber Bullying (Level Two)

Communication: Let’s Talk About It (Level Two)

Healthy Living (Level Two)

Photography: Selecting the Camera for You (Level Two)

Photography: Taking Your Best Shot (Level Two)

Pet Care: Pet Ownership (Level Three)



7th-8th Grade


1. NAME__________________________________________________________________



3. MAILING ADDRESS________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________




6.


1. 2. 3.







School Community Member-at-Large



Air Force

Army

Coast Guard

Marine Corps

Navy

Air Guard

Army Guard

Air Reserves

Army Reserves


Marine Force

Reserves

Navy Reserves


American

Indian or Alaskan

Native

Asian

Black or

African

American

Native

Hawaiian or other

Pacific Islander

White

Hispanic or

Latino

Not Hispanic or

Latino











Junior Leadership Club (separate dues/meets outside of school)


enroll Project need book Science, Engineering & Technology Project

2570 You and the Environment

2595 Vet Science

2600 From Home Designs to Housing Issues

PC3 Mastering Photography

Outdoor Skills

**Shooting Sports books will ONLY be distributed to those

who attend practice.** 750 Shooting Sports: Rifle




7600 Sports fishing: Cast Into the Future (Level 3)

Raising Livestock Animals

2671 Swine

4H460 Poultry Judging

6365 Poultry: Flocking Together (9th)

6369 Sheep: Leading the Flock

7911 Goat: Meating the Future

8056 Horse: Riding the Range

8057 Horse: Jumping to New Heights

enroll Project need

book

Pet Care

6361 Pets: Scaling the Heights

8150 Cat: Leaping Forward

8168 Dog: Leading the Pack

Healthy Living Project 7148 You’re the Chef

8176 Keeping Fit

8032 Consumer Roadmap

Citizenship Project 8158 The Perfect Fit — Communications

7907 Step Up To Leadership - My Leadership Portfolio

8183 Raise Your Voice-Service Learning









_______________________________________



Visit our websites:

www.LSUAgCenter.com






Email Address: ___________________________________________


Don’t Strike Out with Your Heart (Level Two)

Bullying Prevention (Level Two)

Cyber Bullying (Level Two)

Communication: Let’s Talk About It (Level Two)

Healthy Living (Level Two)

Photography: Selecting the Camera for You (Level Two)

Photography: Taking Your Best Shot (Level Two)

Pet Care: Pet Ownership (Level Three)


Jr. Leadership Dues: $10.00


TOTAL: ______



project clubs:

Horse Project Club

Junior Leadership Club





8082 Rabbit: All Ears

8145 Beef: Leading the Charge

8163 Dairy: Rising to the Top

9th-12th Grade

2013 2014 activity guide

Documents

h office

h summer camp

h week

h club program

h day of service

parish fair

h club meetings camp

state fair entries