MINNESOTA 4-H CLOVER UPDATE

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NORTHEAST REGION -- NORTH ST. LOUIS COUNTY July 2019

In This Issue Stay Up to Date with NSL 4-H ............................................................... 2

County Ambassadors ............................................................................ 2

NSL 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Practice …………… ..... ………..2

Volunteering at the County Fair ............................................................. 2

County Fair ......................................................................................... 2-3

Fair Entry is Live .................................................................................... 3

4-H County Fair Work Day ..................................................................... 3

4-H Horse Play Day .............................................................................. 3

4-H Livestock Showmanship Workshop ................................................ 3

Animal Stalls ....................................................................................... 3-4

County Fair Animal ID Check In............................................................. 4

Livestock Show Ring Attire ................................................................... 4

4-H Pocket Pet Show .......................................................................... 4-5

State Fair Encampment Aug 27-29 ....................................................... 5

State 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Invitational Sep. 6-8 ............. 5-6

State Horse Show Sep. 13-16 ............................................................... 6

NE Livestock Show Sep. 14-15 ............................................................. 6

State Dog Show Sep. 21-22 .................................................................. 6

NSL 4-H & Monarch Larva Monitoring Project .................................... 6-7

The personal benefits of volunteering ................................................. 7-8

Extension Development and Minnesota 4-H award 15 scholarships .... 8

Register for 2019 State Arts-In! ............................................................. 9

Keeping youth safe – have emergency plans in place .......................... 9

Follow the medication policy and procedures ................................... 9-10

Utilize Cloverbud policies and practices when planning programs...... 10

Take advantage of this great 4-H video-making opportunity! .............. 10

Above: Cari E. and Abigail T from Ely Knight Hawks enjoying the river boat cruise at YELLO! this year.

CONTACT US St. Louis County Extension Northland Office Center 307 1st St. South, Room 105 Virginia, MN 55792 218-749-7120 800-450-9777, Ext. 7120 Nicole Kudrle 4-H Program Coordinator Vande422@umn.edu Shirley Lantz Support Staff lantz003@umn.edu www.4-H.umn.edu http://www3.extension.umn.edu/county/st-louis-virginia/4-h www.facebook.com/northstlouis4-H Twitter @nstlouiscount4H Instagram @northstlouiscounty4-H

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Stay up-to-date with NSL 4-H There is always a lot going on in north St. Louis County 4-H. Stay up-to-date by:

- Accessing the County 4-H Calendar- http://z.umn.edu/1czk

- Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/North-St-Louis-County-4-H

- Follow us on Twitter @nstlouiscount4H

- Follow us on Instagram @northstlouiscounty4-H

County Ambassadors Our County Ambassador Team has done a great job planning many fun and exciting activities for the County this upcoming year. If you are in grades 6 through a year past high school we would still love to have your help. Our next meeting will be Sunday July 21st from 4:00-6:00pm at the Tower DNR office. We will be planning Winter Outdoor Skills Day! NSL 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Practice Learn important life skills through safe and educational experiences. Trained and certified 4-H leaders throughout Minnesota lead this program.

Disciplines include: archery, air rifle/pistol, and shotgun!

WHERE Hibbing Rifle/Pistol Club Marksmanship RD Hibbing.

WHEN: WEDNESDAY from 6:30-8:00pm Starting June 12th- September 11th.

COST: $5 per youth Checks made payable to: NSL 4-H Federation Volunteering at the County Fair Your help is needed before, during, and after County Fair both in the 4-H building and on the grounds.

For every hour that 4-H volunteers work on the grounds (not in the 4-H building), the Federation receives a financial donation from the County Fair Board.

This donation is used to help fund Federation activities such as State Fair scholarships. If all families work at least one shift it makes a significant contribution to our Federation budget.

For more information on what each volunteer slot involves please go to: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lHqLbJXqnyGf9hfXECbYre2pl3uhMduoypBA6kdn37U/edit?usp=sharing

For more information on what an Adult in Charge involves please go to: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yFu-Moni4IOsHU69YRYZs17wKL0sCH-Kn4Ahbz_cOr0/edit?usp=sharing

Please sign up by Monday July 15th at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E45A8AD2BA2FC1-county4 County Fair! It is hard to believe that the school year is winding down and the “Five Best Days of Summer” are right around the corner! Lots of families and clubs are

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kicking their “4-H” life into high gear as we look forward to the July 30th Entry Day! Please contact the office if you have any questions.

St Louis County Fair Guide, Cloverbud Guide, Club Exhibit Registration, Parent letter and a Tentative Schedule can be found on our website under the download section. Fair Entry is Live! It’s time to start registering your County Fair Projects in the Fair Entry System starting Monday June 3 until Sunday July 21st.

The process is very simple and laid out on page 4 of your Fair Guide Book or at the link below. You will use your 4Honline account user name and password to access FairEntry- https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/3177 4-H County Fair Work Day A work day at the County Fair is planned for Thursday July 11th at 4:00pm. This work day is to unload all of the 4-H displays into the 4-H building, do some repair work, and set up the 4-H building. Please come dressed and ready to paint and clean. Please RSVP by Monday July 8th by calling 218-749-7120 or email vande422@umn.edu 4-H Horse Play Day The NSL Horse Ambassadors have been hard at work planning the Horse Play Day 2019! All North St Louis County 4-H’ers are encouraged to take part in this fun event!

When: Sunday, July 14th at 10am

Where: St. Louis County Fair Grounds

Cost: $10.00

Registration: Deadline to Register is Wed. July 10th Please fill out the form https://forms.gle/e9y5iYdnjX2A6tJ97 4-H Livestock Showmanship Workshop 2019 Calling all youth who will be showing livestock at the County Fair. You are encouraged to attend the Livestock Showmanship Workshop with Troy Salzer, Extension Educator, Ag Production Systems. You will have an opportunity to learn more about showing livestock for your specific species, and have your questions answered about showing at the St. Louis County Fair. Tuesday July 16, 2019 6:00-7:30pm Northland Office Building Cost: Free! Registration: Pre-Registration is required. Deadline to Register is Friday July 12th. Please fill out the form at https://forms.gle/ihcHceZLkjvjS8TA6 Animal Stalls! Don’t forget to reserve your animal stalls for the 2019 County Fair by July 15th! Here is who to contact:

- Poultry- Shirley Curtis-218-244-2363

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- Rabbit- Heather Lindula- 218-404-6057 - Cattle- Rachel Pearson- 218-780-5361

or Jeff Pearson 218-410-0856 - Sheep- Tom Calivas- 218-254-3190 - Swine- Jake Grass 651-249-6583 - Goat- Liz Voelker- 218-254-3190 - Horse Stall Reservations- Fair Office-

218-263-4256

County Fair Animal ID Check In Prior to livestock being shown at the County Fair you will need to complete an Animal ID Check In with our Animal Check in Clerk. This will occur:

- Rabbit and Poultry- in the Rabbit and poultry tent on Wed. July 31st from 8:30-9:30am.

- Goats, Sheep, Swine and Cattle- in the cattle tent from 5-7:00pm on Wed. July 31st.

Here is what to expect during the animal ID check in process:

- The animal being checked in and the exhibitor need to be present during the check in time.

- The Animal Check In Clerk will double check ear tag, birthdate, and breed of the animal being checked in. This will be

matched to your animal ID information that was submitted by May 15th.

- The Animal Check In Clerk will review your fair registrations for the animal being checked in. Notify the animal check in clerk of any changes to the show class.

- This is a great opportunity to ask the Animal Check In Clerk any questions that you have about showing your animal.

Livestock Show Ring Attire The preferred attire for showing livestock at the County Fair is as follows: Sheep, Swine, Beef Cattle, and Meat Goats- black pants/jeans without holes, a nice shirt like a button down or polo shirt (white is preferred), and leather boots/ closed-toed shoes. Dairy Cattle and Dairy Goats- white shirts with white jeans/pants and leather boots/ closed-toed shoes. If white pants cannot be found, blue jeans or black jeans are okay. Poultry and Rabbits- a long sleeve button down shirt (white is preferred), black pants/jeans without holes, and leather boots/closed toed shoes. 4-H Pocket Pet Show

Here is an opportunity for all 4-H youth in Kindergarten through a year past high school to show your pet at the 1st

Annual 4-H Pocket Pet Show at the St. Louis County Fair. This fun show will begin with a short clinic on how to show your pet. Followed by judging based on overall health and knowledge of your pet. The judge will ask basic questions such as what do you feed your pet, what breed is it etc.

Possible Pocket Pets Include: Aquatic Animals or Amphibians, Fish, Salamanders, Frogs, Turtles, Birds, Finches, Parrots and other Non-Poultry eligible birds Mammals Mice, Rats, Hamsters, Lizards And more!

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Animal Requirements: - May not be shown in a 4-H or open

class livestock show at the fair. - Animals shown cannot be poisonous - All animals must have some form of

restraint (leash, cage, pet carrier, etc.). - All youth in grades k-2 must have an

adult present and in control of animals at all times.

When: Friday August 2 at 1pm

Where: St. Louis County Fair Grounds

Registration: Pre-registration is required. Deadline to Register is Sunday July 21st Please fill out the form https://forms.gle/mpkbuGaagB91wz3b7 State Fair Encampment- Aug. 27-29

4-H members selected for trips to the State Fair must have completed the 6th grade and not be more than one year beyond high school graduation. Names of members eligible for State Fair trips will be posted in the 4-H Building. You have 24 hours from the time of the posting to accept your trip. State Fair registration will be from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 4th in the 4-H building. State Fair trip recipients will be expected to attend the State Fair orientation at that time. A parent needs to attend this meeting also in order to sign appropriate papers. Make sure to have your 4-H online and

Fair Entry log in information as well as a check for payment (cash is not accepted). Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, or judging teams. When articles chosen for State Fair are too large to be transported by car with other State Fair projects, it will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to arrange for the item’s transportation to the State Fair. State Fair exhibits will be taken directly from the fair on Sunday so will need to be properly packaged and labeled. State 4-H Shooting Sports & Wildlife Invitational- September 6-8. The Minnesota State 4-H Shooting Sports & Wildlife Invitational will be held at the Alexandria Shooting Park, 6533 County Road 87 SE, Alexandria, MN on September 6-8, 2019 The registration form submission deadline to county offices is July 17th. 4-H members shall be considered eligible to participate in the Minnesota 4-H State Invitational Match if they meet these minimum requirements:

- A minimum of 8 hours of wildlife education must be completed annually.

- 15 hours of discipline instruction and shooting for each participant (including basic safety, range rules and etiquette, and scoring) in each event in which the participant competes for the first year.

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After the initial training, the participant shall have an additional eight (8) hours of training annually in each discipline he/she is to participate in.

- Youth in grades 4th and up. Except with BB youth in grades 3 and up.

For more information and to register go to https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UarWuVE4hjadDbX5JTEMlCaYOT1LwDcsTRT85wf9z2E/edit State Horse Show September 13-16 The Minnesota 4-H State Horse Show is held each September on the weekend after Labor Day. Preparing for and taking part in it gives 4-H'ers life skills. It's a great experience for 4-H'ers and their families. To be eligible to attend youth must have completed 6th grade, be no more than one year beyond high school graduation and be enrolled in the 4-H Horse Project. This year NSL has earned 2 pleasure trips and 2 game trips. Trips are selected based upon the number of points (based on a 6 point system) earned during the County show for pleasure and for games. The 2 highest point winners in pleasure and in games will be eligible for the State Horse Show. You have 24 hours from the time of the posting to accept your trip. Registration for the State Horse Show will be from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 4th in the 4-H building NE Livestock Show Sept 14-15 Youth in grades 3 or higher who received a Blue Ribbon at County Fair in beef, dairy, market goats, poultry, rabbits, sheep or swine.

Youth in grades 6 and up must have current LQA certification to attend. Animal cannot be shown at both State Fair and North East Livestock show. This will take place September 14-15 at the Crow Wing County Fairgrounds in Brainerd. This great event places emphasis on fun and showmanship. Youth will participate in showmanship and livestock judging, education activities, scavenger hunt, an evening at a hotel water park, and an award program. Registration for the NE Livestock Show will be from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 4th in the 4-H building State Dog Show – September 21-22

The Minnesota 4-H State Dog Show is an annual event held in the fall after the Minnesota State Fair. The show consists of agility, obedience, showmanship and rally events.

To be eligible, 4-H youth need to have completed 3rd grade at the time of the show and have earned a blue ribbon. Registration for the State Dog Show will be from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 4th in the 4-H building. NSL 4-H & Monarch Larva Monitoring Project Calling all youth in grades 6 and up to be a Citizen Scientist! Join us for an afternoon learning about the Monarch

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Larva Monitoring Project and how you can be a Citizen Scientist. Katie-Lyn from the Monarch Lab will be presenting. In this workshop you will learn about the life cycle and ecology of Monarchs, basic Monarch identification, and migration patterns of Monarchs. These skills will prepare you to participate in the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project, a citizen scientist program! WHEN: Friday August 23rd, 2019 10:00am-4:00pm COST: FREE! Monitoring kits will be available for purchase and include: clipboard with ID guide, life cycle cards, Milkweed Monarchs & More pocket field guide, hand lens, pencil, folding ruler, thermometer, rain gauge and a drawstring bag to keep everything together. Kits cost $35. WHERE: Olcott Park Greenhouse

711 9th AVE W Virginia, MN REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is required. Deadline to register is Monday August 19th https://goo.gl/forms/6T7oZDnTCPacR0SL2 The personal benefits of volunteering Dear 4-H families and volunteers,

In 4-H, youth collaborate with caring adults to explore topics like science, health, agriculture, civic engagement and the arts. Last year, 11,000 volunteers helped to provide a positive environment where 69,000 youth could learn by doing.

Our team at the Extension Center for Youth Development was curious about the impact of being a 4-H volunteer. My colleague Sam Grant, along with other 4-H youth development professionals, set out to answer this question. Over 200 of you responded to our research survey. Here’s what you told us. Adults benefit from 4-H involvement Volunteers come to 4-H hoping to support youth and make a difference. In the process, you gain skills in teaching, leadership and communication. These skills transfer to other environments in which you work and live. According to our study, 92% of you build new relationships with youth within the scope of your volunteer role. That is so important because research shows a clear connection between a young person’s relationships with caring adults and their capacity to thrive. I love how one volunteer from Norman County described the outcome of such intergenerational connections: “Youth and adults work together toward common goals. We focus on strengths instead of weaknesses and strive to break down social barriers so that all feel welcome.” Gaining skills and confidence to lead I was glad to see that 86% of you can identify tangible skills that you’ve built within your 4-H volunteer roles. And what a pleasure to know that those skills are proving useful in other areas of your lives. A 4-H volunteer from Beltrami County commented that “volunteering in 4-H gave me the confidence to apply for a management position at work and the experience to thrive once I got it.” Another volunteer, from Goodhue County, reflected on the growth he’s seen in his ability

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to speak publically and lead with poise. “It was hard to speak in front of a group,” he recalled. “I would talk fast and veer from the main point. After volunteering with 4-H, I have relaxed and become a better leader.” What wonderful benefits there are to being a 4-H volunteer. We join for the sake of young people, and as we walk alongside them, we ourselves grow and change. We wouldn’t be 4-H without you I am proud of all the ways that youth in 4-H are supported throughout their learning. This support is provided by caring adults every step of the way. It’s provided by you. I’m so pleased to know that you are personally benefiting from being in 4-H. Thank you for building new relationships, gaining skills as you go and sharing your passion with Minnesota young people. You are making a difference. I cannot imagine what we would be without you. With gratitude, Jennifer A. Skuza Minnesota 4-H state director P.S. You can view our full volunteer report on our website. If you haven’t already, consider joining our volunteer team! Extension Development and Minnesota 4-H award 15 scholarships Congratulations to the 2019 Minnesota 4-H scholarship recipients! These fifteen outstanding 4-H youth and alumni across Minnesota stood out among over 120 individuals who submitted applications. David E. Pace and Valerie Halverson Pace Leadership Scholarship

• Nathan Goldade, Anoka County • Kylie Kasprick, Hennepin County • Alternate: Christina Kuismi, Douglas

County CCI Innovation in Agriculture Scholarship • Anna Prchal, Le Sueur County • Alternate: Ryan Hansen, Freeborn County

Kern Scholarship • Gigi Otten, Freeborn County • Sydney Poquette, Goodhue County • Kendra Waldenberger, Houston County • Alternate: Lucas Doll, Watonwan County

Ada and Helmuth Schroeder Scholarship Samuel Bobendrier, Pipestone County • Lucas Doll, Watonwan County • Mackenzie Lampton, Mahnomen County • Sophia Nienaber, Chisago County • Dalton Piotter, Cottonwood County • Alternates: Hannah Eichstadt, Beltrami

County and Elsie-Irie Nudd, Anoka County Searles Family Scholarship (for Olmsted County 4-H Youth) • Amber Dierkhising, Olmsted County • Braden Neumann, Olmsted County

4-H Adult Scholarship for Workforce Re-Entry • Ann Lemke, Meeker County • Catherine Sheetz, Carlton County

Extension Development and Minnesota 4-H are committed to continuing development efforts so that additional scholarships can be available for college-bound 4-H youth and alumni. If you know of an individual or business who would be interested in sponsoring a scholarship, please contact Jane Johnson, chief development officer of Extension Development and Minnesota 4-H at (612) 626-3717 or johns350@umn.edu.

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Register for 2019 State Arts-In! Minnesota 4-H State Arts-In is a 22-day intensive arts experience. Youth prepare a musical to perform 3-4 times daily during the Minnesota State Fair. Each year, State Arts-In youth perform at least 35 shows to more than 12,000 audience members in the 4-H building on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. State Arts-In is about:

• Performing arts including singing, dancing, acting, instrumental accompaniment, costume design, set construction and technical work.

• Leadership, goal-setting and teamwork.

Participants continue to work on goals by putting on several daily performances, serving in leadership roles and acting as 4-H representatives to building visitors. Learn more and register. Keep youth safe – have emergency plans in place Planning in advance to be prepared for a variety of 4-H activities is an important key to keeping all participants safe. Utilize the “keeping youth safe” website for resources and information, and make sure to develop and have in place an emergency plan for all 4-H programs, activities and outings. An emergency can occur at any time. The importance of creating a plan for emergencies can help individuals recognize a problem, take action and minimize or eliminate the danger. Best practice is to develop and have in place an emergency plan for all 4-H programs, activities and outings. Use the following resources from the keeping youth safe site to help you plan ahead and be ready to respond to emergencies: • The risk management planning tool will help

to develop the plan.

• Emergency planning and procedures highlights what to include when planning for emergencies.

• The information sheets titled “responding to emergencies” provide information on a range of topics such as allergic reactions, lost or missing people, bee stings, tick bites and toxic plants, fire and severe weather.

Preparing in advance for emergencies can help everyone stay calm, understand what actions to take and keep everyone safe. Work with your 4-H program coordinator if you have questions on preparing emergency plans or if you need help accessing the resources. Plan now for a safe and fun summer of activities and events! Follow the medication policy and procedures The 4-H medication policy and the procedures are designed to help keep all youth safe by ensuring that medications are administered appropriately. The policy and procedures must be followed at all 4-H programs, including local, regional and state events and activities (including state fair) when they occur overnight or during the day when a parent/guardian is not present. This policy pertains to the use of ALL prescriptions medications. To help you and your family understand the policy and follow the procedures you will need to utilize the following resources: • The information sheet for

parents/guardians titled medication administration policy and procedures for Minnesota 4-H programs (includes events, activities and gatherings).

• The authorization for giving medication form must be completed by the parent/guardian for all prescription

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medications needed during a 4-H activity/event.

Contact the program coordinator in your county if you have questions about the medication policy, procedures and authorization form. Utilize Cloverbud policies and practices when planning programs The 4-H Cloverbud program supports the positive development of children as they explore their world, discover possibilities and practice basic social skills. The 4-H Cloverbud information sheet for parents, guardians and mentors provides program options, safety considerations, policies and rules.

This resource will aid you in:

Planning age appropriate types of programming.

Understanding cooperative versus competitive programming.

Understanding the rules for Cloverbud participation across all types of programs.

Ensuring safety measures are in place to keep all Cloverbuds safe when participating in programs and activities.

Utilizing this resource will help you plan and deliver programs for Cloverbuds that are safe and age appropriate for all K-2nd grade 4-H participants.

Take advantage of this great 4-H video-making opportunity! The state 4-H video committee is planning a 4-H video workshop where you will receive training from Film North, a company which offers equipment and logistical support for filmmakers and videographers through classes and teen summer camps.

In this 4-day workshop you will:

• Learn from professionals in the field of videography and filmmaking.

• Learn the elements of making a video and what needs to be considered when planning.

• Learn about equipment needs and use (cameras, tripods, mics, etc.)

• Edit your raw footage using computer software.

Instructors and committee members will mentor you and provide you with feedback. Your completed video will be shown to the workshop group and in the 4-H photography display area at the Minnesota State Fair. This workshop will provide you with skills that you can share with 4-H members back in your county. Workshop details Who: 4-H members grade 6 and up – limited to 20 participants. When and where: Aug. 22-25 at the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota State Fair during livestock weekend to allow for combining rides with your county delegation. Registration and cost details will be announced next month -- stay tuned! Accompaniment, costume design, set

construction and technical work. Leadership, goal-setting and teamwork.

Participants continue to work on goals by putting on several daily performances, serving in leadership roles and acting as 4-H representatives to building visitors. Learn more and register.