Colorado State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Pueblo County cooperating.

Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.

Colorado State University Extension—Pueblo County 701 Court Street, Suite C

Pueblo, CO 81003 (719) 583-6566

Fax (719) 583-6582 Email pueblo2@coop.ext.colostate.edu

http://pueblo.colostate.edu

Inside This Issue:

FOR YOUR INFORMATION ►Plan for the Speech Contest .................................... 2 ►Combined Newsletters ............................................. 2 ►Apply To Be A 4-H Leader ....................................... 2 ►Public Notice ............................................................ 2 ►Deadlines ................................................................. 2 ►Fair Board Meetings ................................................. 2 ►Selection fo Trips and Awards ................................. 2 ►NWSS Group Sales Info .......................................... 3 ►Organizatiional Leader’s Meeting ............................ 3 ►Fairgrounds Usage Requirements ........................... 3 ►A Message From Our New 4-H Agnet ..................... 3 ►New International Exchange Countries .................... 4 ►4-H Carnival ............................................................. 4 ►Enrollment Policy ..................................................... 4 ►Cake Decorating Updates ........................................ 5 ►Promot 4-H Camp .................................................... 5 ►Tufts University Study on Youth Development ........ 5 ►Officer’s Training ...................................................... 6

OPPORTUNITIES ►Youth Fest 2012 ....................................................... 6 ►Leadership Development Conference ..................... 6 ►State Conference Dates ........................................... 6 ►District Retreat ......................................................... 6 ►Demonstration Contest ............................................ 7 ►Speech Contest ........................................................ 8

DOG ►Dog Project Updates ................................................ 9 ►Study Guide for Dog Test......................................... 9 ►Dop Show Dates ...................................................... 9

HORSE ►Horse Committee ................................................... 10 ►Horse Council ......................................................... 10 ►New Leaders .......................................................... 10 ►Safety Clinic Date ................................................... 10 ►Test Dates .............................................................. 10 ►Show Dates ............................................................ 10 ►Levels Testing ........................................................ 10 ►Rater’s Training ...................................................... 10

LIVESTOCK ►Livestock Council Meeting .................................... 11 ►Animal Care and Housing ...................................... 11 ►Fiber Fun Fest ........................................................ 11 ►MAQ Policy ............................................................ 11 ►PQA Policy ............................................................. 11 ►2013 Purebread State Show .................................. 11 ►Craig Thalhamer Memorial Goat Chain ................. 11

SHOOTING SPORTS ►Shooting Sport Council .......................................... 12 ►Leader Certification Training .................................. 12 ►Mandatory Shoots .................................................. 12

4-H LEADER NOTES

JANUARY/FEEBRUARY CALENDARS

If you need any special accommodation(s) to participate in the events listed in this newsletter, please contact Colorado State University Extension at 719-583-6566. Your request must be submitted at least five business days in advance of the event.

January February 2013

4-H 101 and 4-H 201 are events that provide information and communication to new and seasoned 4-H families and volunteers. If you weren’t able to join us last year, please plan to join us this year! Complimentary dinner, door prizes and a resource

notebook will be provided!

You Are Invited! Please join us for an evening of

learning, meeting new people and fun!

“4-H 101” New Parent and Volunteer Welcome Night

Complimentary Dinner! Prizes! Materials! Fun!

January 30, 2012 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Creative Arts Building—State Fairgrounds

Please R.S.V.P. by January 25 The program is planned for adults. If childcare is

required, please R.S.V.P. accordingly. Call 583-6566

Vsit informational booths about projects, contests, trips and camps, etc. During your complimentary dinner, enjoy a short presentation about all the things you never knew

about 4-H. Finish the night by getting all of your 4-H questions answered!

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COUNTY FAIR DATES

July 6 — July 14, 2013

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Plan for the 4-H Speech Contest Now January and February are the times to promote the 4-H Speech Contest. The contest will be held on February 28, 2013, at CSU-Pueblo. Several levels of speech participation are provided to 4-H members including impromptu, interpretative reading and regular speeches. Public speaking is one of the most valuable life skills 4-H teaches! A speech workshop will be held on February 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Extension Office.

Apply Now to Become a New 4-H Leader Are you or someone you know interested in being a 4-H volunteer as a club leader, project leader, activity leader or county project leader? If so, please call us for an application.

Public Notice The Pueblo Board of County Commissioners is seeking interested applicants to fill three vacancies on the Pueblo County Fair Board. Interested persons are asked to complete an application. Applications are available in the Pueblo County Clerk & Recorder's Office or call 583-6514 to obtain an application or call the Extension Office at 583-6566.

Please send application to: CSU Extension – Pueblo County

Attention: Fair Board 701 Court Street Suite C Pueblo, CO 81003-2976

Or fax them to 719-583-6582

Combined 4-H Newsletters We will combine newsletters in 2013 and usually send out a newsletter every other month, in order to use our resources more wisely. If we get information after a newsletter is printed, we will post it on our website and on our Facebook site. Also, if you’d like to be added to our 4-H email list, please let Marnie know. You may email her at: pueblo2@coop.ext.colostate.edu Please plan to check the website and Facebook sites regularly for the latest information.

Fair Board Meeting When: January 16, 6:30 p.m. Where: CSUE Meeting Room Please call Julie Crain if you’d like to be on the agenda.

The Selection of Trips and Awards Did you know that many of our special trips outside the county and state require youth to complete and turn in a County Report Form? And, did you know some of the most prestigious 4-H awards Pueblo County gives require youth to complete and turn in a County Report Form?

Report forms have been, and still are, the best way for 4-H

members to show what they do in 4-H, their school, their

church, and their community. Some of the items to keep track

of for your report form are:

Your project, what you have learned, how many

hours involved in completing your project and how

you have shown growth in your project over the

years.

Any community service you have done with 4-H or

with any other outside organization.

Any leadership roles you hold in 4-H and any type of

citizenship activities you are involved in

School and church activities

Awards in 4-H

The report form is an excellent record keeping tool. As youth

prepare for college scholarship and awards applications, they

are able to use all the information that’s been compiled in their

report form. It takes a little time to fill out each year, but it is well

worth the work. Start now – the junior (8-13) and senior (youth

14-over) report forms are on our website. If you have

questions, please call the Extension Office.

A Report Form workshop will be held July 24th at a location yet

to be determined.

Deadlines To be fair and just, and to ensure the smooth functioning of the 4-H program and the Extension Office, we will strictly enforce all deadlines. In addition, meeting deadlines is a valuable life skill that we expect all of our 4-Hers to learn, and one that we expect all of our volunteers and parents to model. We will give you as much notice as possible for all deadlines. We have also published a year-long calendar in this newsletter that includes some of the year’s biggest deadlines, so put those on your calendar now. We want everyone to be able to participate, but to be fair and build future opportunities, we must adhere to our deadlines. Thank you for your understanding!

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

National Western Stock Show Group Sales Ticket Offer

4-H Day at NWSS is Tuesday, January 18! All Colorado 4-H families and invited guests are eligible for discounted prices on reserve seating at the National Western Stock Show, January 12-27 in Denver. The prices offered are unavailable to the general public and tickets purchased through this special offer are free of all service charges, an additional savings of $3.75 per ticket. Tickets must be purchased through Group Services. Discounts are not available at the Stock Show Box Office. You may request a group sales from www.NationalWestern.com/tickets/group-tickets.aspx or order by phone at 303-295-2979. To see descriptions of shows and events, visit www.nationalwestern.com/groups and order through January 22. Orders are subject to availability.

Contest Day—April 20, 2013 — Prepare Now!

See page 7 for full details! Contest Day includes the following categories:

● Creative Cooks ● Cake Decorating ● Demonstrations ● Performing Arts

Usage Requirements for the Fairgrounds Due to budget constraints, the Colorado State Fair again has a decreased amount of staff, They have requested we continue the following protocol for our use of the facilities at the Fairgrounds: The State Fairgrounds is closed on Mondays through

April 2013 You must make all building reservations through the

Extension Office. All reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Reservations/requests and building set up instructions must

be made at least two weeks in advance of the event, using the appropriate form from the Extension office.

If you cancel your event, you must notify the office and your club members.

A club representative must pick up a key at the State Fairgrounds, the day of the event between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Keys must be put in the drop box on the 4-H Exhibit Hall. Staff will no longer unlock or lock buildings.

4-H Organizational Leaders Meeting When: February 6 Where: 6:30 p.m. A light dinner will be provided at 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP by February 1. If you are a 4-H Club Organizational Leader, please plan to attend. If you cannot attend, feel free to send another leader in your place. Also feel free to bring additional leaders with you! We would like to have a discussion and get ideas about making the most of the club experience for families, supporting organizational and other club leaders, etc. In addition, Devin will be showing Organizational Leaders how to access all of their club member’s information in 4HOnline. This is a skill that will save club leaders a lot of time this spring! If you have a wireless internet device—laptop, tablet/iPad, smart phone, etc.—please bring it with you!

A Message from the new 4-H Youth Development Agent:

I am so excited to be working here in Pueblo County! I have had the pleasure of meeting several of you over the past few weeks and I look forward to meeting more of you soon! For those of you that I have not yet met, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Devin Engle and I am the new 4-H Youth Development Agent here in Pueblo County. I grew up in a rural part of northern New York State where snow and dairy cows are plentiful! I joined 4-H when I was nine years old and I have been in love with the program ever since. I have degrees in Animal Science and Agriculture Education, and I completed multiple internships in New York, Florida and Colorado. I have worked as an Agricultural Education teacher for two years and as a 4-H Program Assistant for two years. My husband and I relocated to Colorado in the summer of 2009. For a year I lived and taught at the Woodlin School in Last Chance, Colorado, but then we moved to Colorado Springs. (It’s a good thing I love both urban and rural areas!) My husband is originally from Woodland Park, so we have lots of family nearby. My passions are spending time with family, friends and my pets – Maggie, an 8 year old cocker spaniel and Cynders, a 16 year old shorthair cat. I also love spending time outdoors, especially mountain biking and skiing! My other interests are food science, horticulture, natural resources and agriculture (both rural and urban.) I also really enjoy traveling, eating new foods, teaching and working with volunteers and youth! I am thrilled to now serve you as the Pueblo County 4-H Youth Development Agent! I think this county has tons of potential so I am really excited about working with you to make 4-H even bigger and better here in Pueblo County! I really want to get to know you so be sure to introduce yourself the next time you see me - even stop by the office and say hello if you can! Happy New Year! Devin

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Enrollment Policy and Information The following enrollment fee will be in effect for the 2012-2013 year:

A $35.00 fee will cover the enrollment for up to two projects One additional project can be added for $5.00* Enrollment fee for Cloverbuds will be $20.00

All enrollments and add/drops for the 2012-2013 4-H year must be done electronically using our new online enrollment system—4HOnline. This new system will help to make sure that we all have the most accurate records. In addition, members and their parents will sign their enrollment forms electronically helping to eliminate the enrollment paper shuffle! Please let us know if you need help or internet access. *4-H youth may enroll in no more than three projects during one year. Each 4-H member is expected to complete ALL of the projects in which they are enrolled; that means completing a record book for each of those projects and exhibiting their project (preferably at the Pueblo County Fair except under special circumstances). We understand that each 4-H member and their family has time constraints, and by taking a reasonable amount of projects that can be completed, the member will feel successful, enjoy their 4-H experience, and increase their knowledge. If a family feels their 4-H member has the time and resources to take and complete more than three projects, youth may write a brief request outlining their plan to take and complete additional projects. Requests should be sent to Devin.

NEW—All member enrollments and add/drops will be done electronically in 4HOnline this year! All enrollments and add/drops are due by 5:00pm on March 15, 2013.

4-H Carnival & Dance - Plan To Join Us! Saturday, March 2—Creative Arts Building at the Colorado State Fairgrounds

COME ONE COME ALL to the 4-H Carnival and Dance – a fun 4-H family day and event on March 2. It’s a great time to involve all our 4-H and community families! There will be games, activities, prizes, concessions by the 4-H Trip Group.

Carnival: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dance: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Please register your club’s booth(s) and pay the entry fees by February 25. The cost is $9 per booth and checks should be made payable to Extension Program Fund. Please let us know what booth you are having and the prizes you plan to give away. Clubs who have had a particular booth in the past have first priority of that booth if fully registered by February 19 (including payment and information). If a club misses the February 25 deadline, it will still be able to have a booth and all proceeds from the tickets will be donated to 4-H. At the carnival, clubs are responsible for collection of their tickets. Each club should have a container to collect tickets. Containers will be turned in after the carnival and youth will count the tickets. Clubs make 75% of the proceeds from their booth and $5 of their entry fee. The remainder goes to 4-H. Booths may be set up in the Creative Arts Building on the Fairgrounds the day of the carnival beginning at 2:00 p.m. You will be provided one table per booth. Spaces are approximately 15 square feet. All booths must be set up and ready by 3:30 p.m. Clubs are responsible for taking down their booths and cleaning their space by 7:30 p.m. There has been a terrific turnout of clubs hosting booths and community youth attending the carnival the last few years. It is a great, inexpensive family event. Thank you in advance for your support and participation!

Colorado 4-H International Exchange Expands to New Countries What do Cameroon, Korea, and Tanzania have in common? Answer: these countries are being added to the travel and hosting opportunities Colorado 4-H families can take advantage of. In 2013, Colorado 4-H will offer summer, four-week hosting opportunities for inbound delegates from Argentina, Japan, Norway, as well as the new countries being added to the list of Cameroon and Korea. Outbound summer, four-week travel, will be available to Argentina, Australia, Costa Rica, Finland, and Japan, as well as the new destination of Tanzania. As in past years, high school delegates will also be hosted in Colorado for 10 months from Japan and Eurasian countries. The Colorado IFYE program will continue to collaborate with countries in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, and South America for the hosting of inbound and outbound delegates (two-six month duration). For more information about 4-H Exchange opportunities, contact Courtney Loflin at 970-491-2711.

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

2013 4-H Cake Decorating Project Updates For 2013, there are all new manuals for Cake Decorating with changes to exhibit requirements! Units 1-3 Basic Cake Decorating – REVISED -was new for 2012 – and has a few corrections being made for 2013.

Unit 1 – Edible Decorations – exhibit 8 or 9 inch round or square cake, or a 9x13 inch cake – frosted and decorated with edible items (no decorator tips allowed). Fondant can be used for decorations only. No royal icing or fondant can be used as base frosting.

Unit 2 – Single Layer Decorating with Tips – again the 3 cake size options, decorating with the leaf tip, star tip and writing tip. No fondant or royal icing may be used as icing or decorations on the cake.

Unit 3 – Double Layer Decorating with Tips – 8 or 9 inch round or square, two-layer cake – decorated using writing, leaf and star tips, featuring side borders and figure piping. No fondant or royal icing may be used as icing or decorations on the cake.

Note: Units 4 and up do not have to be taken in order as numbered. Units 4-6 – Creative Cake Decorating – NEW – features two familiar units and one totally new unit.

Unit 4 – Character Cakes – exhibit cake must be a character or object made without cutting, decorated with star tips and other appropriate tips.

Unit 5 – Cupcakes – NEW –with three exhibit options Cupcake Theme – exhibit 3 to 6 cupcakes decorated using one theme Stacking Cupcakes – exhibit 2 to 4 stacked cupcakes – decorated using one theme Character ----using multiple cupcakes – a

character designed by grouping and decorating several cupcakes – 9x13 inch maximum size of display Unit 6 – Cut-up Cakes – exhibit one decorated cut-up real cake using three different types of decorating tips, along with edible

materials. Patterns or diagrams for all required cakes must be included in e-record. Units 7-9 – Flower Power – NEW – Intermediate and Seniors -- revised and reorganized units on making flowers and using

fondants. Unit 7 – Flower Power – making a variety of flowers on flat surface and using a flat flower nail and a two-layer cake or cake form. No fondant.

Unit 8 – Fondant – learn to cover and decorate cakes in fondant and gum paste on a two-layer cake or cake form. Unit 9 – Flower Power – making a variety of flowers using the lily flower nail and string work on a two-layer cake or cake form.

Units 10-12 – Advanced Cake Decorating – NEW – Seniors Only - revised and reorganized units learning advance skills of tiered cakes, molding products, and a create-your-own unit.

Unit 10 – Tiered Cakes – exhibit a cake or cake form of three or more tiers of graduated sizes. Unit 11 – Molds – learn to mold and shape different edible materials, and feature them on a cake or a separate display. Unit 12 – Create Your Own – plan, develop and evaluate your own cake decorating project – exploring advanced techniques or

career options.

Tufts University Study on Positive Youth

Development

The results of the eight year longitudinal study of Positive Youth

Development was recently completed by Tufts University and is

now posted to the Colorado 4-H website:

http://www.colorado4h.org/research_impact/index.php

More than 7,000 adolescents from diverse backgrounds across 44 states (including Colorado) contributed to this ―first of its kind‖ impact study. This study compared the positive youth development potential of the 4-H program with other youth serving organizations such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls clubs, and Big Brothers and Big Sisters to arrive at its landmark results. Study findings show that compared to their non-4-H peers, young people in 4-H are:

Less likely to engage in risk behaviors, such as drinking,

smoking, and drug use,

Two times more likely to plan to go to college, More likely to be involved in STEM activities, and girls in 4-H

are twice as like to be involved in STEM, Three times more likely to delay sexual activity by Grade 12, Two times more likely to exercise and be physically active, Three times more likely to contribute in their communities.

Time To Promote 4-H Camp We know it is only January, but June will be here before we know it. We are pleased to announce that the 2013 4-H Camp will once again be held at the Beulah Mountain Environmental Center on June 28, 29, and 30, 2013. In order to hold the camp, we will need at least 40 campers. We are working the price at this point and waiting for a contract from the camp. We do know that all linens will be provided and six meals will be included in the price. We always try to keep the price affordable for families. But for now – MARK YOUR CALENDARS and plan on attending 4-H Camp in 2013. More information in future newsletters.

Leathercraft and Clothing Construction Classes Joe Talbott will be offering leathercraft classes for all units. The first meeting will be held January 17, 7:00 p.m., at the Pueblo West Ecumenical Church. Future dates/times will be set at this meeting. If you have leathercraft tools, bring them. Some tools will be provided, and a list of beginner tools will be made available. Mary Talbott will be offering clothing construction classes and the first will be January 17, 7:00 p.m. at 2230 N Greenwood. The classes are open to all members, regardless of club affiliation. For more information call Joe or Mary at 544-3730

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

OPPORTUNITIES

Plan Ahead For State 4-H Conference June 17-21 at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins for senior 4-H members. It is an amazing experience and opportunity to meet youth from around the state. There are workshops, motivational speakers, dances, competitions and more!

Club Officer’s Training February 2 —10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

We are hosting an Officers Training and Leadership Workshop on February 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the CSU Extension office. There will be a general session on leadership and parliamentary procedure, followed by sessions for officers — President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Reporter. Lunch will be provided! Please plan to attend! Register by calling (719) 583-6566 no later than January 31, 5:00 p.m. so we know how much food we will need! At least eight youth must sign up to hold the training.

Leadership Opportunity! Would you like to be a district officer? Holding an office is a lot of work, but a great leadership experience serving your peers and the 4-H program! We can nominate one Pueblo County youth for each office in District 7 and the South Central District: President, Vice President/Treasurer and Secretary. See the article on District Retreat for more details!

District Retreat South Central District Retreat is March 15-17, 2013 at Silver Cliff Ranch near Buena Vista and is open to 4-H youth ages 13 and older. The cost will be approximately $120 and will include two meals, lodging, activities, dance and workshops. The camp has an outdoor hot springs pool. We will be taking a county van to the camp. Youth may need to get out of school a little early on Friday. Youth may not drive themselves to camp. Once more details (including registration deadlines) are confirmed, a special email will be sent to all 13-18 year olds in 4-H. If you know in advance that you are interested in attending, please contact Devin at Devin.Engle@colostate.edu or 719-583-6566. Youth interested in running for either a District 7 office or South Central District Office must let Devin know by email by February 15. You must attend this retreat to be eligible for an office. We can nominate one Pueblo County youth for each office in District 7 and the South Central District: President, Vice President/Treasurer and Secretary. Holding an office is a lot of work, but a great leadership experience serving your peers and the 4-H program!

Leadership Development Conference and 4-H Day at the Capitol

Are you interested in exploring how to be a better leader through hands-on participation in a fun conference? If so, you should attend LDC and 4-H Day at the Capitol! This conference takes place January 26-28, 2013 at the Renaissance Hotel in Denver. In addition to the conference workshops, there is a county night out, 4-H rally and a dance! It promises to be a fun and exciting experience! If you are a 4-Her age 14-18, you should have already received an email with all of the details about this conference. If not, let us know and we can send it to you. Registration is due by January 11, but we would like to know by January 2 if you are interested in attending.

Youth Fest Youth Fest will be February 8-10 at the Ponderosa Retreat Cen-ter in Larkspur, CO. This camp is for youth who are ages 9-13. The cost is $115. Counselors have to be 16 years old and they need to contact the District President. Each District has the opportunity to have two counselors. One should be the District Vice President and then another one from the counties. The counselors will pay $70 for this event. The theme is ―Living the Red, White and Blue.‖ Community Service is ―Operation Gratitude.‖ Registration will start the middle of January. Here are the workshops that the state officers have put together for Youth Fest: Dance---youth will learn to dance ---Health Operation Gratitude/Communications—Youth will learn how

to communication their thoughts of gratitude to those who are fighting for our country -Hands

Boot Camp/ Draw it –Heart –Helping each other through a maze and learning to listen to each other

Build a Bridge---Head –Learn to solve problems through teamwork.

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OPPORTUNITIES

Demonstration – Performing Arts – Creative Cooks – Cake Decorating Contest Day – Saturday, April 20, 2013

It’s time to prepare for Contest Day! This year, Contest Day will be held April 20, 2013 at the Colorado State Fairgrounds. Come out and try something new! You may enter one or more of the contests. Through our county contests, youth can qualify for the State Contests held during Colorado State Fair. The deadline for entries is April 16. Late entries will be accepted up until April 19 but ONLY as space allows for a $10.00 late fee per event entry. Performing Arts Contest — 4-H Auditorium Any 4-H member may enter Dance, Theatrical, and (or) Musical Divisions plus Master/Mistress of Ceremonies Category. It’s a great time to show off or try out your talent! Pueblo County always has a tremendous turnout during the State 4-H Performing Arts Contest during State Fair. Junior, Intermediate and Senior winners in the county contest qualify for State Fair! Please read the 2013 Colorado 4-H State Contest Requirements for more details. Demonstration Contest — Creative Arts Building Any 4-H member may enter the contest. Cloverbud, Junior, Intermediate and Senior age divisions will be used in this

contest. Demonstrations are related to a project in which they are enrolled. The demonstration or illustrated talk should be 10 minutes with 5 minutes allowed for setup and take down. A team (two members) demonstration should be 10 minutes. Juniors or beginners should not be expected to give a long or complicated presentation. Posters, projects, or any type of visual aids may be used in these presentations. The Danish System of judging will be used with the top county winners going on to state competition. (Cloverbuds receive a

participation ribbon and do not go to State Fair) Refer to "Leader's Guide to 4-H Club Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks" Booklet L91002. Copies may be ordered with

manuals or obtained from the Extension Office. Please read the 2013 Colorado 4-H State Contest Requirements for more details. Cake Decorating Contest — Creative Arts Building The object of the event is for youth to decorate a cake while being judged. All members enrolled in the Cake Decorating Project are eligible to compete. Members must enter in the project unit in which they are enrolled. Contestants must enter in appropriate unit and age division, of junior, intermediate or senior. All contestants in a unit work at the same time. Judges circulate to observe methods used. Project exhibit rules apply to the contest. All contestants must bring cake or cake forms for decorating (depending on unit), all equipment and materials required to decorate a cake, and their own frosting (colored and ready to use.) Please read the 2013 Colorado 4-H State Contest Requirements for more details. Creative Cooks Contest — Creative Arts Building Youth may enter as an individual or as part of a team of two people in either regular division or Colorado Specialty Foods Division*. The contestant will plan a menu for a meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, barbecue, picnic, high tea, campout, sports game, holiday or birthday party). Set one place setting appropriate for the meal selected. Each contestant or team is allowed 48‖ square for their display area. All props must fit within the designated space. Contestants provide their own card table as part of their presentation. A poster detailing the entire menu must be included (no larger than 8 1/2 ― by 11‖). Participants prepare and bring only one food item from the menu, to be sampled by the judge. Judging is based on the exhibitor, his or her understanding of meal planning, menu, nutrition knowledge, prepared dish, table setting, food safety and creativity. Please read the 2013 Colorado 4-H State Contest Requirements for more details. *Contestants in the Colorado Specialty Foods must use one or more of the following ―Colorado Specialty Foods‖ - Amaranth, Anasazi Beans, Blue Corn, Quinoa, Mung Beans, Edible Soy Beans (tofu), Sunflower Seeds, Popped Wheat, Sesame Seeds, Black Turtle Beans, Bolita Beans/Adzuki Beans, Wild Game Meat, Fish and Poultry (if using deer or elk meat, a copy of the Chronic Wasting Disease test result is required).

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SPEECH WORKSHOP February 11

6:30 p.m. Entry deadline for the speech contest will be February 11—you may turn your reservation in at the speech workshop on February 11. The workshop will include Speech, Interpretative Reading, and Impromptu. SPEECH CONTEST: February 28 The 2013 Speech Contest will be held at the CSU Student Center, 2nd floor. Rooms will be marked. The Speech Contest is a very important part of the 4-H program – teaching the art of public speaking and communication before a group. The deadline for entry is February 11. DIVISIONS: Cloverbuds 5-7 (participation ribbon only) Junior Division — 8-10 Intermediate Division—11-13 Senior Division— 14 and over All ages are based on 4-H age as of December 31, 2012 Complete rules are on the Pueblo County website. SPEECH The speeches should relate to some aspect of 4-H club work (projects, activities, benefits, citizenship, leadership, etc.). The score card includes content, delivery and articulation, fluency, appearance, gestures, eye control, effectiveness, composition, speech structure, choice of words, materials and speech value.

INTERPRETATIVE READING The reading should not be over 10 minutes. It can be one or several articles including poetry, humor, or anything appropriate for 4-H. The selection should be introduced and explained before it is presented. The winner in this category may be entered in the Theatrical Division, solo skit, pantomime or mime of the Performing Arts Contest if there are no entries in those classes. IMPROMPTU SPEECH The contestant will be given a subject or word and 10 minutes to prepare their speech. After ten minutes they will give a presentation on that subject not to exceed 5 minutes. This speech should include an introduction to gain the audience’s attention, reasons and explanation of the subject and a conclusion to summarize. Contestants will receive blue, red and white ribbons. A champion and reserve champion will be named in each division if merited. Senior Champion and Reserve Champion Prepared and Impromptu speech will be eligible for the state contest. Remember—monetary awards are presented to winners of the Speech Contest at Achievement Night, so do a good job now and get paid in October!

SPEECH CONTEST ENTRY Name__________________________________________________ Club_______________________________________ Age (12/31/12)_____________________ Phone:__________________________________ Email address:_____________________________________________________________________________________ I will be entering the following: __________Junior; __________Intermediate; _________Senior __________Speech Contest - Title of Speech______________________________________________________________ __________Interpretative Reading – Title of Reading________________________________________________________ __________Impromptu

Return this application to the Extension Office by February 25. (You may turn it in at the Speech Workshop)

OPPORTUNITIES

SELF EXPRESSION & Speech Contest - TALKING EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!

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DOG

Dog Shows For 2013 At this point, the only dog show date that has been confirmed with the fairgrounds is May 18th at the Colorado Building and the Fine Arts Building. We will keep you informed about the other Pueblo shows and their dates and locations.

Dog Project Changes For 2013

There are several MAJOR changes for the dog program for 2013. Some of them are:

All Sub Novice classes will now have a new name and new requirements. The classes will be:

Beginner Novice A: This class is a first year class for the handlers and their dogs. This class is open only to

handlers and their dogs in their first year of dog obedience training work.

Beginner Novice B: This class is open only to second year dog obedience training members and must be the same

youth and dog team that showed in 2012 in Sub-Novice A.

Beginner Novice C – 1st year: This class includes members with previous obedience training who are working with a

new dog OR a dog with previous experience in an organized training class working with a new 4-H member. All

exercises will be performed on leash.

Beginner Novice C – 2nd year: This class is open only to those in the second year of Beginner Novice (Sub Novice

C) training and must be the same youth and dog team that showed in 2012 in Sub Novice C – 1st year.

Beginner Novice Exercises and Scores. The exercises and maximum scores in the Beginner Novice classes:

1. Heel on Leash 40 points

2. Figure Eight 40 points

3. Sit for Exam 40 points

4. Sit Stay 40 points

5. Recall 40 points

Maximum Total Score 200 points

The State 4-H Dress Code will be followed for all classes including obedience and rally. The State Dress code is available on

the State 4-H Website – just search Dress Code.

In addition, dog show classes will also have specific rules for foot attire. ―Proper foot attire for dog showing are shoes with are

closed-toed. No flip-flops, sandals or other open-toed shows will be allowed in the show ring for any class.‖

Appropriate clothing must be worn in all dog show classes including Obedience and Rally.

The member will be given 5 minutes to change into an appropriate outfit if the judge or superintendents deems their clothing

inappropriate.

If the clothing has been deemed inappropriate by a judge or superintendent, the member can be denied the opportunity to

show their dog until the clothing has been changed.

Youth will be given a dog show number at the first Pueblo County Show – this number will be used all year for all shows in

Pueblo County and County Fair. Carol has purchased water-proof numbers for your use, so please don’t lose these numbers.

The Colorado State 4-H Dog Program has adopted changes to the division as were outlined by the American Kennel Club in

April, 2012. There is an updated Rally Regulation packet on the State 4-H website. Please refer to that for the new rules and

signs. These new sign and regulations will be in effect at the 2013 Pueblo County Shows and State Fair.

Pueblo County will no longer be using the Danish System for ribbon placing for dog shows. We will instead be awarding 1st

through 10th place with all other placing receiving participation ribbons. Carol will once again keep track of all scores for Pueblo

County shows and County Fair. Remember, if you attend outside shows, score sheets are due to Carol within one week of the

show. You can fax, scan, mail or deliver these sheets to the Extension Office.

Study Guide For Dog Tests Carol is working with our new 4-H Agent Devin Engle on a study guide for the 2013 tests. It will be sent to all main leaders when it becomes available. Test dates for 2013 are May 9th and June 3rd.

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Levels Testing The levels program is a valuable tool for leaders and youth to determine (regardless of age) how you can evaluate a 4-H members’ experience as a horse person. Levels testing is an important part of the 4-H Horse Project. Youth should be encouraged to ―test up‖ if you as a leader or trainer feel they are ready. Contact Carol in the Extension Office for more information on levels tests.

HORSE

Horse Council Meeting The next 4-H Horse Council Meeting will be held Tuesday, January 8 at the 6:30 at the 4-H Auditorium at the Colorado State Fairgrounds. Many important changes will be discussed at this meeting – please plan to attend and give us your input – this is YOUR horse program!!!

New Horse Leaders The horse program in Pueblo is growing and the number of leaders is diminishing. If you know of someone that would be willing to start a new horse club or assist with an established club, please have them get in touch with Carol in the Extension Office. They would need to fill out an application, go through a background check, provide three references and attend a new leader orientation meeting. Let’s keep our successful horse program going in 2013!

4-H Horse Safety Clinic Date Set There will only be ONE safety clinic for the 2012-2013 year — Saturday, March 16. The practice show will also be held the same day. The Horse Safety Training Guidelines for 2012-2013 will be as follows:

If you are a new member to 4-H, you MUST be evaluated

for the 2012/2013 4-H year.

If you are a transfer from another county and/or are a

beginner you MUST be evaluated for the 2012/2013 4-H year.

Remember - you DO need to bring your horse, your equipment and helmets must be worn.

Time For Horse Tests As we get closer to testing dates for Spring, Summer and County Fair Horse Shows, please be advised that these dates will be April 23 for the Spring Show in the Creative Arts Building, June 11 for Summer Show and June 24 for Pueblo County Fair in the 4-H Auditorium and Dining Hall.

State 4-H Horse Level Rater’s Training Carol is working with Fremont County in planning a date to host a level rater’s training in the Spring either in Pueblo or Canon City. Dates and more specific information will be announced in future newsletters.

2013 Horse Show Dates We have contacted the fairgrounds and made the following res-ervations for upcoming Horse Safety Clinic and Horse Shows. Horse Safety Clinic and practice show– March 16 Spring Show – April 26, 27, 28 Summer Show – June 14, 15, 16 County Fair – July 6, 7, 8 – pending approval by Fair Board.

Rocky Mountain Horse Expo Visit http://www.coloradohorsecouncil.com and click on ―Expo.‖

Douglas County 4-H Open Horse Show Buckle Series

Five 2013 shows for overall high point. Dates: February 24 and June 22 -Indoor Arena; May 18, June 8, July 13 – Outdoor Arenas. Registration 8:00 AM and ends 15 minutes before classes begin. Entry fee $6.00 per class; $6.00 office fee or an all day fee of $50.00 (1 horse, 1 rider). For a list of all classes go to the Douglas County web page at www.douglascountyextension.org > click on ―horse‖ tab in center column.

Horse Committee Meeting The next Horse Committee Meeting will be held on January 3, 2013 in the Extension office starting at 5:30 PM. We will review what was discussed as changes for the horse program for 2013. Devin Engle, 4-H Agent and Carol are looking into several of the topics that were discussed and will share that information with you at the next meeting. Please call Carol if you cannot attend.

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LIVESTOCK

4-H Meat Quality Assurance (MQA) Policy 4-H members must take the Meat Quality Assurance training once as a junior and once as a senior. The first opportunity to attend the program is May 11 for the HANDS ON TRAINING WITH EDUCATIONAL STATIONS. Members will have another opportunity to take it in the evening on Monday, June 3, but it will be offered classroom style.

Livestock Council Meeting When: Thursday, January 10, 2013 Where: CSU Extension Office Each club with members enrolled in livestock should send representatives to the meeting, then report action back to the club. Hope to see you there!

Pork Quality Assurance for STATE FAIR AND NATIONAL SHOWS

If you plan to show swine at the State Fair or a national show, you will need to take the Pork Quality Assurance training. The May MQA hands-on training qualifies.

Colorado 4-H Animal Care and Housing Form Due With Enrollments—March 15, 2013

This year it is easier than ever to submit your Animal Care and Housing Form! If ALL of your animals are housed on your property, then you just simply need to electronically sign the first page of the form when you enroll in 4-H using the 4HOnline website. If your animals are housed at a different location, you must submit BOTH the front and the back page of the Animal Care and Housing Form for approval. Since the back page is NOT on 4HOnline, you will need to submit a hardcopy. The back page will ask you where you house your animals. 4-H members are required to care for their own animals, whether they are housed at their home or at another location. This form simply verifies where they are kept and who the primary care giver is for the animals. Each youth enrolled in livestock/animal project must complete the form (electronically in 4HOnline if the animals are housed at the member’s home, hard copy if they are housed elsewhere) and return it to our office by the final enrollment deadline of March 15. The form will be available on our county 4-H website and is in this 4-H newsletter. Please note—Premise ID numbers are also required and will be collected on fair entry forms.

Craig Thalhamer Memorial Goat Chain – Applications due March 1

Pueblo County 4-H families started a Dairy Goat Chain in memory of friend and 4-H member Craig Thalhamer. The last recipient was Johanna Klein. Applications are due no later than March 1 and are available in the Extension Office. One member will be selected each year to receive a registered doeling. Requirements are as follows:

Members must be enrolled in 4-H for the year in which the application

is made.

Members must enroll in the dairy goat project for the coming year.

Housing, feed, and care of the dairy goat must be provided by the 4-H

member.

Your 4-H leader must recommend you for this award and sign that

they know you are capable of caring for the animal.

The dairy goat project must be complete for at least the next two

years, and the doe must be shown at the Pueblo County Fair.

Breeding of the doe will be provided by members of the CTM Dairy

Goat Chain.

The first doe kid from the scholarship doe will be returned to the CTM

Dairy Goat chain for another 4-H member.

Members may elect to pay an agreed price if they wish to keep their

first doe kid.

No bucks may be sold from your scholarship doe. (This may be

waved.)

Upon completion of the above requirements your contract will be

considered complete and you will then be the official owner of the original doe.

In case of the death of your scholarship doe, the above requirements

will be dropped. (CTM Committee must be notified through CSU extension office.)

Fiber Fun Fest This fun filled day is presented by Larimer County 4-H. It will be held February 16, 2013 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the McKee Building, Larimer County Fairgrounds in Loveland, Colorado. It is open to the public. Fiber Arts Workshops include: Rake Loom-ing, Cable Knitting, Kumihimo, Beginning Crochet, Counter Cross Stitch and more. All fiber arts workshop require pre-registration beginning January, 2013. Learn more at www.Larimer.org/ext and click on 4-H Button.

2013 Colorado State Fair Purebred Market Hog Show

All Purebred Market Hogs exhibited at the 2013 Colorado State Fair must be registered within their respective breed associations. The National Junior Swine Association (NJSA) includes the Duroc, Hampshire, Landrace and Yorkshire while the Team Purebreds includes the Berkshire, Chester White, Poland China and Spots. Market hogs must meet all registration eligibility requirements of their respective breed associations.

Registration papers must have been transferred to or registered in the name of the junior exhibitor and NOT in a family of farm name by July 15, 2013. All NJSA market hogs are to be guaranteed negative of the stress gene to be exhibited at NSR or NJSA event. At a Team Purebred event, all Chester White market hogs are guaranteed to be stress negative. Berkshire market hogs must be stress negative and stress status must be put on the pedigree.

Jeanne Robison/CSF Livestock Manager If you have any questions please feel free to contact: CSF Livestock Manager Jeanne Robison at 719-404-2035 email jeanne.robison@state.co.us or: Marlin Eisenach, Morgan Co. Ext. Office at 970-542-3543 email marlin.eisenach@colostate.edu

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SHOOTING SPORTS

Shooting Sports Certification Training In order to be a 4-H Shooting Sports Leader, you must attend a Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Certification Training. In order to attend the state training, you must be an authorized Pueblo County 4-H Volunteer and must have attended the county orientation. If you are already a trained leader in Pueblo County and would like to attend one of the trainings, please visit http://www.colorado4h.org/ss/workshops.php for instructions on how to register using your 4HOnline account. If you are not yet an authorized 4-H Leader, please call the office for an application, so we can begin the process of your becoming a volunteer. Background checks and orientation must be completed in order for you to register for the State Shooting Sports Certification Training. Participants may certify in one discipline per training. Disciplines are Air Pistol, Archery, Coordinator, Muzzleloading, Outdoor Skills, RSO, Rifle and Shotgun/Trap. Not all disciplines may be offered at all trainings. Check the website listed above for more details. Currently, training is scheduled as follows:

January 4-6, Lincoln County, Limon February 1-3, Morgan County, Brush March 8-10, Douglas County, Castle Rock March 15-17, Routt County, Steamboat Springs March 22-24, Pueblo County, Pueblo March 22-24, Washington County, Akron April 5-7, Mesa County, Grand Junction April 5-7, Boulder County, Longmont April 12-14, Montezuma County, Cortez

January Shooting Sports Council When: January 3, 6:30pm Where: CSU Extension Meeting Room New Club Voting Representatives will be presented to the Council and must be introduced in writing by a letter from the club’s leader. Election of council officers for the 2013 4-H year will take place at this meeting. All current or interested adults and youth are invited and encouraged to attend.

2013 Mandatory Shoots In order to shoot at the Pueblo County Fair, youth must first shoot in one mandatory shoot for each discipline they are enrolled in. The 2013 Mandatory Shoot dates are as follows: Archery: April 23, May 21, June 11 Fairgrounds/Livestock Pavilion at 5:00pm Air Rifle/Pistol: April 27, May 18, June 15 Fairgrounds/4-H Auditorium at 7:30am Shotgun: April 24, May 15, June 5 Pueblo Skeet & Trap Club at 4:00pm .22 Rifle, Muzzleloader, Centerfire Rifle: April 20, May 11, June 8 Pueblo West Range at 7:30am

Reminder If you have any youth in your club interested in enrolling in the shooting sports projects, the club the youth is a member of must have a certified shooting sports instructor in every discipline in which any youth are enrolled. If your club doesn’t meet this requirement, there are still ways to make it happen (get leaders certified or join another club for shooting.) Contact the Extension office Ron Brown at tbg8colo@aol.com or Chris Cude at cjcude@earthlink.net for information.

Carol Kuhns

4-H Coordinator

Pam Neelan

Community Coordinator Devin Engle

Extension Agent 4-H/Youth

4-H LEADER NOTES

This is a special page in the 4-H Clover Power Newsletter. It is designed to be a simple resource to put important dates and brief information at your fingertips—in a hurry. Details of deadlines, events, etc, will be inside the newsletter. All dates are subject to change and more dates will be added as locations/times are confirmed.

January 1 -- CSUE Office Closed 2 -- Parent/Leader Group 3 -6 -- National Western 4-H Roundup 3 -- Shooting Sports 3 -- Horse Committee 8 -- Horse Council 10 -- Livestock Council 16 -- Fair Board 21 -- CSUE Office Closed 26 - 28 -- LDC 30 – 4-H 101 February 2 -- Officer Training 6 -- Organizational Leaders Mtg 7 -- 4-H Foundation Annual Meeting 8 - 10 -- Youth Fest 11 -- Speech Workshop 16 — Fiber Fun Fest, Larimer Co. 16 -- Beef Weigh In—TENTATIVE 18 -- CSUE Office Closed 20 -- Fair Board 28 -- Speech Contest March 2 -- 4-H Carnival and Dance 6 -- Parent/Leader Group 7 -- Shooting Sports Council 12 -- Horse Council 14 -- Livestock Council 15 - 17 -- District Retreat 16 — Horse Safety Clinic 20 -- Fair Board 22 - 24 -- Shooting Sports Training in Pueblo 27 - 28 -- Adventure Day Camp 30 -- Horse Clinic & Ride

April 3 -- Parent/Leader Group 6 -- St. Jude Horse Show 6 - 12 -- National 4-H Conference 9 -- Horse Council 17 -- Fair Board 20 -- Contest Day 20 -- Muzzleloader, .22, Centerfire Mandatory Shoot 23 -- Spring Horse Show Test 23 -- Archery Mandatory Shoot 24 -- Shotgun Mandatory Shoot 25 -- 4-H 201 26 - 28 -- Spring Horse Show 27 -- Air Rifle/Pistol Mandatory Shoot 29 -- Camp Counselor Meeting May 1 -- Parent Leader Group 2 -- Shooting Sports Council 9 -- Dog, Livestock Tests & Mandatory Showcase Sale Meeting 11 -- Sheep, Goat Weigh In - Fair Board Approval 11 -- Muzzleloader, .22, Centerfire Mandatory Shoot 11 -- MQA Trailer—Pueblo 13 -- Camp Counselor Meeting 14 -- Horse Council 15 -- Fair Board 15 -- Shotgun Mandatory Shoot 16 -- E-record Trng 18 -- Air Rifle/Pistol Mandatory Shoot 18 -- Dog Show 21 -- Archery Mandatory Shoot 27 -- CSUE Office Closed

June 3 -- MQA, Dog/Livestock Tests 5 -- Shotgun Mandatory Shoot 8 -- Muzzleloader, .22, Centerfire Mandatory Shoot 8 -- Dog Show 11 -- Horse Council & Summer Show Written Test 11 -- Archery Mandatory Shoot 13 -- Pueblo County 4-H Scholarship Interviews 14 - 16 -- Summer Horse Show 15 -- Air Rifle/Pistol Mandatory Shoot 15 - 17 -- Shooting Sports Family Camp—Victor, CO 17 -- Shooting sports e-record grading 18 - 21 -- State 4-H Conference 19 -- Fair Board Meeting 22 - 29 -- State Washington Focus Trip 24 -- County Fair Horse Written Test 28 - 30 -- 4-H Camp July 4 -- CSUE Office Closed 5 - 14 -- COUNTY FAIR 17 -- Fair Board Meeting 24 -- Report Form Workshop 28 -- Little Britches Clean-up/ Horse Council August 21 -- Fair Board Meeting 23 - Sept 2 -- STATE FAIR

September 2 -- CSUE Office Closed 3 -- State Fair Exhibit Pick Up 10 -- Parent/Leader Officer's Meeting 12 -- Livestock Council 18 -- Fair Board 19 -- Grade Horse Records 26 -- Grade Horse Records October 2 -- 4-H Parent/Leader 6 - 12 -- National 4-H Week 8 -- Horse Council 10 -- Livestock Council 16 -- Fair Board 18 -- Achievement Night November 6 — Parent/Leader Group 7 -- Shooting Sports 8 - 10 -- Colorado Leadership Camp 11 -- CSUE Office Closed 12 -- Horse Council 14 -- Livestock Council 15 - 17 -- Dare To Be Camp 20 -- Fair Board 28 - 29 -- CSUE Office Closed 29 - December 3 -- National 4-H Congress December 7 - 8 -- Bells Of Christmas Craft Show 18 -- Fair Board 25 -- CSUE Office Closed

MEETINGS and EVENTS:

January 11 — Reservations Due—LDC 25 — Reservations Due - 4-H 101 31 — Reservations Due - Officer Training February 1 — Reservations Due—Organizational Leaders’ meeting 19 — Carnival Registrations due (earlybird) 25 — Carnival Registrations due (final) 25 — Speech Contest deadline

March 1 -- State Washington Focus Applications due 15 -- 4-H Enrollment Deadline April 1 -- State Scholarship Applications Due 15 -- Camp Counselor Applications Due 16 — Contest Day Entry Forms May 1 -- Dog ID Forms Due; Horse Registrations and Leases Due

May (con’t) 30 -- County 4-H Scholarship/Farmer's Marketeers' Apps due June 1 — National Conference Apps Due 1— Outstanding Volunteer Leader & Youth Leader Nominations due 3 -- All Due: Fair Entries, Record book updates 10 -- Shooting Sports e-Records Due

September 9 -- Record Books Due 27 -- Completion Reports, Financial Reports, Shooting Sports Instructor Reports Due October 1 -- CSU 4-H Scholarships Due December 1 -- Catch-a-calf applications due 27 -- Club Organizational Plan Due

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