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Texas4-H STANDARD

A monthly publication of the Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program4180 State Hwy 6 South, College Station, Texas 77845

April 2013

Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin.

SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLESponsored by Prosperity Bank and in part-nership with Keep Texas Beautiful, the Don’t mess with Texas® Scholarship rec-ognizes the achievements of high school seniors who have taken leadership roles to prevent litter in their schools and/or com-munities.

Any high school senior planning to attend a Texas college or university next year and currently attending public, private, or home school may apply. One $3,000 scholarship and two $1,000 scholarships will be award-ed this spring to students planning to pur-sue a two- or four-year degree at a universi-ty or college in Texas.

If you are interested in applying for this scholarship please fill out our digital ap-plication at: DMWTScholarship.org or for more information go to: http://www.dont-messwithtexas.org/programs/scholarship.php.

Deadline for submission is April 12, 2013

NATIONAL 4-H CONGRESS! A 4-H EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIMEDr. Kyle Merten, [email protected] 4-H Congress is the flagship leadership and citizenship event of the National 4-H Program held annually in Atlanta, Georgia during the month of November. Approximately 1,000 4-H members from across the country participate in this event designed to enhance a members 4-H experience. 4-H members who attend this event have the opportunity to gain valuable leadership, citizenship, and culture experiences which are not available on the local or state level. This five day experiences allows 4-H members to meet new friends from Texas and the other 45 states that participate, while participating in a workshops ranging from Pilates to making your own science slime! General session’s feature guest speakers providing motivation, laughter, and sometimes tears as you hear their passionate stories and experiences. The nights are filled with excitement from a international night where 4-H members cross the globe with new food and entertainment from the 4-H members of Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

In addition to all the great leadership 4-H member’s gain at the event, they also give back through the community service projects and experiences they have in the greater Atlanta area.

The 2013 event will be Thursday, November 28th through Tuesday, December 3rd at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Georgia. The cost to attend this once in a lifetime event is $1,400 which includes hotel, airline from state meeting airport, event registration, and majority of meals during the event. Registration will open on 4-H Connect February 11th and close April 16th. For more information please contact Dr. Kyle Merten at [email protected] or visit http://texas4-h.tamu.edu.

TEXAS 4-H GOLF CHALLENGE CAMPDr. Kyle Merten, [email protected] Texas 4-H Golf Challenge Camp is back in 2013! Youth will not want to miss out on this fun and educational experience. This year’s camp will provide youth the opportunity to receive professional golf instruction, gain insightful knowledge on turf grass management, sports nutrition, and the rules and etiquette of golf. The

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Texas 4-H Golf Challenge Camp will serve as an excellent opportunity to prepare youth for each of the Regional and State Golf Challenges being held in 2013. The camp will be held April 26-28th in College Station and the cost to attend this year’s event will be $225. This includes all meals, lodging, and professional instruction. Registration is open but, limited to the first 30 Intermediate and Senior aged youth. Registration will open on 4-H Connect March 1st and close April 17th. Do not miss out on this fun filled weekend! For more information contact Dr. Kyle Merten at [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE: 2013 TEXAS 4-H GOLF CHALLENGE EVENTS ANNOUNCEDDr. Kyle Merten, [email protected] again the Texas 4-H Program will be hosting four regional Golf Challenge Events and a State Qualifying Event in 2013. Do not miss out on these fun and exciting opportunities this summer. Below is a full list of events:• EastRegion: July 8th

Twin Lake Golf Course, Canton Registration: May 20th – July 1st

• SouthRegion: July 15th, Pleasanton Pleasantan Country Club, Pleasanton Registration: May 20th – July 8th

• NorthRegion: July 18th John Pittman Golf Course, Hereford Registration: May 20th – July 8th

• WestRegion: July 22nd The Hideout Golf Club, Brownwood Registration: May 20th – July 13th

• StateEvent: July 30th Crystal Falls Golf Course, Leander Registration: May 20th – July 20th

YOUTH LIVESTOCK CAMP OPPORTUNITYDr. Billy Zanolini, [email protected] Livestock Community! One of the most frequent questions we get is: where to go for quality hands-on training and educa-tion. Well then, here you go. On May 3-5 at the Brazos County Expo Center in Bryan is the annual TJLA Camp and Show. For years now the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has joined forces with the TJLA to provide comprehensive education to fami-lies thirsty for expert knowledge and live-

stock project management techniques. This event has everything you need to improve your chances for success. Interested in spe-cies specific education? Check. What about a dynamic leadership workshop? Check. Do you want your student to get in the ring and learn? Check. Maybe your true pas-sion is livestock judging? Got you covered. You might be interested in visiting with the leadership of the major livestock shows and Texas A&M University? They will be there. This opportunity comes only once a year, so don’t miss out. For more information call the TJLA Office at 936-544-2787 or visit tjlaonline.com/2013/01/2013-tjla-camp for complete camp schedule and registration packet.2013 POULTRY INSTITUTE FOR YOUTHJennifer Allen, [email protected] 2013 Poultry Institute for Youth, sponsored by the Texas A&M University Poultry Science Department and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, will be held Sunday, June 16 through Tuesday, June 18, 2013 on the Texas A&M University campus in College Station, Texas. This program gives high school students with an interest in the poultry industry a chance to gain first-hand knowledge. They will have the opportunity to meet both Texas A&M faculty and Texas poultry industry leaders. A portion of the institute will also include hands on activities as well as field trips to local commercial poultry companies. Students who will be a junior or senior in high school in the Fall of 2013 or have just recently graduated from high school are eligible to attend. Interested students must complete and submit an application that can be found at http://posc.tamu.edu/files/2012/08/2013-Institute-Application.pdf by Friday, May 3, 2013. The cost to attend is $50/student (do not submit this with your application). Lodging and meals are provided. Students who are selected

will receive a confirmation packet after May 17, 2013. For any questions please contact Jennifer Allen at 979-845-1654 or [email protected]

MARKET POULTRY PRODUCTION & SELECTION WORKSHOP - MAY 11, 2013 Greg Archer, [email protected] workshop provides an excellent opportunity for CEAs, agriscience instructors, leaders, parents and youth to “hear the experts” and work alongside Texas’ major poultry judges. Youth interested in a career in poultry science should make a special effort to attend the workshop. Departmental personnel will be available to counsel potential students. Educational activities include in-depth discussion on brooding, management, sanitation and feeding programs and selection and processing methods for broilers, turkeys and roasters. Discussion on selection procedures and bird quality characteristics will be followed by “hands on” practice in early culling and selecting and “putting together” show pens.When: 8:30 am – 3 pm , May 11, 2013Where: Pierce PavilionRegistration: Advanced registration is online at agriliferegister.tamu.edu/index.cfm. Keyword – poultry• $50.00 per person or family• $25.00 for CEAs• $8.00 per person for optional lunch

(kids under 10 eat free)• Onsite or Late (after 5/1/13)

registration is $75.00 per person or family.

• Onsite registration starts at 8 am.

POULTRY EXTENSION UNIT FACEBOOK Greg Archer, [email protected] Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Poultry Unit has a facebook page where information on poultry, youth events, other poultry events and news are posted. It is a great resource for information and a place where you can ask your poultry related questions. Doing an egg to chick program and need some advice? Raising poultry for a 4H project? Or just want to know more about poultry like us on facebook. https://www.facebook.com/TexasAgriLifePoultryExtension


4-H VOLUNTEER CONFERENCECourtney Dodd, [email protected] Texas 4-H & Youth Development Program is pleased to announce plans for the 2013 4-H Volunteer Conference, which is scheduled for July 12-14 in Plano, TX. The conference will kick-off with a dinner and general session on Friday, July 12th at the District 4 Research & Extension Center. More than 40 educational workshops will be offered through the day on Saturday and Sunday morning at the Plano Centre. A pre-conference workshop will also be offered on Friday from 1:00 to 4:30 pm focused on club management with limited space available so register early! More information on the conference can be found at http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/volunteer_conference. Call for Workshop ProposalsVolunteers, County Extension Agents, Specialists and external professionals are invited to submit a proposal to present a workshop at the 2013 4-H Volunteer Conference. Educational workshops should be geared toward volunteers and organized to equip them with knowledge, resources and tools to take back to their ocunty and 4-H clubs. All proposals are due by April 15th. For more information and to acces the online proposal application, visit the conference website: http://texas 4-h.tamu.edu/volunteer_conference. Scholarships AvailableThe Texas 4-H Foundation is generously sponsoring registration scholarships to help reduce the cost for volunteers attending the conference. Each scholarship is in the amount of $75, which is half of the conference registtration fee. The online scholarship application will be open until May 1st, and recipients will be notified the first part of May. Visit the conference website for more information and to access the online scholarship application: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/volunteer_conference. 4-H MASH CAMPCourtney Dodd, [email protected] MASH Camp, scheduled for June 23-25 in College Station, for youth ages 12-17 (entering the 7th grade or completed the 11th grade). During the camp, youth are given an opportunity to learn about higher

education and career opportunities in the areas of medicine, accident and safety prevention and health. Activities include tours and hands-on experiences at the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Health Research Labs, interaction with first responders and medical professionals, passenger safety and accident prevention demonstrations. Registration is $250 and now open on 4-H CONNECT!

Courtney Dodd, [email protected] plans to join us for our next Leadership LIVE, which is scheduled for Monday, May 13th at 7:00 pm. 4-H members, volunteers, County Extension Agents, parents and anyone can join in and learn more about leadership by accessing the livecast through the internet. The theme for this even is “Women in Leadership.” Make plans to join us!

TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE OFFERING STATE PARK YOUTH PASSMichelle Haggerty, [email protected] is info on how to obtain and use the State Park Annual Youth Pass. This is intended for organizations whose primary purpose is to serve youth. The following info will help you understand how the pass works and some of the changes that have been made to open up this resource to be utilized by more youth groups. 1. The pass can now be purchased by any

non-profit that is a 501c-3 that serves youth. (This has changed in the past few years. It had been only open to scouting groups in the past. ) This is a positive change to increase access

to parks by all non-profits that serve youth.

2. Rather than being issued at the state parks which sometimes are challenging to get to if you are in an urban community, they are now offered through TPWD headquarters and sent out to the organizations.

3. Youth ages 13-17 and their adult chaperones, councilors or youth program team members are also covered by the pass when attending the youth trip. The ratio of child to adult must not exceed 50% adults on the trip.

4. If you are taking a youth group to a park and considering doing a service project, always contact the state park manager or interpreter to find out how they can assist with the project.

5. For more information visit- http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/pwdforms/media/pwd_1338_p4000_youth_group_annual_entrance_pass_application_packet.pdf

These are some great changes that are designed to help get more kids into nature and enjoying their public lands.

For more information contact Jennifer Bristol (512) 321-3740, [email protected]

HORIZONS SUMMER CAMPMark Carroll, [email protected] has begun for the Horizons Camp to be held June 4-8 at the Texas 4-H Conference Center in Brownwood for Texas youth who have completed grades 4-8 by the end of May 2013.

The Horizons Camp is a summer youth camp featuring six different 4-H project learning programs. Each participant will select from one of the six programs: • Lamb/Goat Project: This session is

dedicated to teaching students the fundamentals of the 4-H lamb and goat project. The session teaches 4-H members the basics of feeding, nutrition, health, facilities, selection and showmanship, and will enhance the animal care and handling skills of both beginner and experienced 4-H youth.

• Robotics: This program will provide


youth with activities in constructing a robot, programming a robot and how to use sensors in robots. It will also include activities using sound for robot response, plus information on the robot challenge contest.

• Water Science: This project will explore current water issues and how these impact our daily lives. It will also include fun and educational hands-on water projects and games.

• Recreational Leadership: Participants will learn to be creative and think outside the box. This program focuses on leadership styles and techniques and shows participants how to enhance their communications and public speaking skills. Participants practice leadership skills by facilitating and leading activities.

• Sport Fishing: Participants have the opportunity to become certified youth anglers in the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s anglers program. In addition to hands-on experience in lure-making, casting and knot-tying, youth learn about fishing techniques,

seasonal fishing patterns, water conditions, water pH, water oxygen, technology, fishing regulations, competition, water safety and more.

• Dog Project: This session for youth interested in working with ‘man’s best friend’ includes obedience training, an agility workshop, dog care and how to select the right dog. There are hands-on demonstrations with dogs in fly ball, flying disk, freestyle and agility. Others activities include presentations from professional dog handlers, a dog groomer, veterinarian and humane society professionals.

Horizons Camp will also include many of the fun activities youth have come to enjoy at the 4-H center, such as dancing, swimming and more. The 4-H Center offers more than just camping, we strive to provide opportunities for young people to understand themselves and others, promote teamwork and decision-making skills.

The cost for the camp covers all meals, lodging, refreshments, health-care services, facility and programming fees for the 4-night, 5-day event. Register at http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu. For early registration on or before May 20, the cost is $275. For late registration from May 21-28, the cost is $289.

CAMP CORRAL MENTORS WANTEDMark Carroll, [email protected] Texas 4-H Center is accepting applications for mentors to assist with Camp Corral this summer July 14-19, 2013. Camp Corral is a summer camp designated for children of wounded, disabled or fallen military families. The camp is a place where

kids, ages 8-15, are free to be kids, apart from the day-today challenges, they face as children whose parents were wounded or disabled during military service. Youth interested in serving as mentors must be from 15-18 years of age. Mentors will reside in the dorms and participate in all camp activities. They will shadow Texas 4-H Center counselors and be available to assist in whatever capacity is needed. This is a great leadership opportunity for the senior 4-H members of Texas and will help the children of our military have a fun filled camp experience. Registration for each mentor selected will cost $25 and this includes a commemorative t-shirt from camp. To apply for a Camp Corral Mentor position, please email Mark Carroll at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until May 1st.

STATE 4-H PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP AND PHOTOGRAPHY JUDGING CONTEST!Micah Holcombe, [email protected] Topics! New Contest! You wanted it – you got it! Based on feedback from previous workshops, we’ve shaken things up a bit by providing different instruction and a brand new contest. Make plans to attend this two day workshop on July 20-21st in Bell County.

This year’s photography workshop will concentrate on careers in photography such as portrait, internet/design, commercial, newspaper, outdoor/magazine, sports, forensic, wedding, and video production. You will have a chance to select several of these careers along with a basic and intermediate/advanced level class.

We will also be doing a state-wide community service activity, making photo


note cards for your favorite charity or church. Bring 5-10 of your own photos (3x5 or 4x6 size) and we will provide the instructions and mounting materials. You will have a chance to either donate your photos to Bell County for distribution or take your photos with you to donate in your local community. Assisted living facilities, Veteran’s Homes, Nursing Homes, and churches especially love receiving beautiful cards made by talented 4-H photographers!

Ever wonder how the judges decide what photo is best? Come to the workshop and learn what judges look for, then practice being one yourself. After instruction and practice, there will be a State 4-H Photography Judging Competition for Junior (8-13) and Senior (14-18) age categories. Advance registration will be required to participate in the competition so be watching future newsletters for more information.

Dance! Dance! Dance! We’ll wind the first day up with a dance from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Come as you are and join the fun as we kick up our heels to some good music!

Sunday morning caps the event off with hands-on practice at a local farm. Costumed role players, antique equipment, animals, and various activities will offer a large assortment of photography opportunities. We will wrap up by 11:00 to allow for travel, church or other family activities.

Registration information will be coming soon and can be found by going to: agrilife.org/bell4h/projects/photographyproject/statewide-4-h-photography-workshop/.

DOG SHOWMichelle Mihalke, [email protected] Texas 4-H Dog Show Registration is now open to 4-H members who certified dogs on 4-H CONNECT in January. The Texas 4-H Dog Show is an opportunity for 4-H members to exhibit the skills they have gained throughout the year. It offers 9 events for 4-H members of all ages who own dogs of all backgrounds and pedigrees including rescued mixed breeds to AKC registered purebreds. Held July 12-14, 2013 in Conroe, Texas registration is due May 10, 2013. Late entries will be accepted until May 17 for a $50 late fee. The rule book with a show schedule is available at http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/show along with lodging suggestions and additional information. For those who showed last year, the results are also listed on this page. You will need to refer to them and the rules for your event to help determine which skill level you should show in this year. There are also four opportunities to see what a 4-H Dog Show looks like or gain some show experience at a County 4-H Dog Show. If you want some practice or did not certify a dog for the State Dog Show here is a list of those opportunities. Registration materials are at the bottom of the web page under “Opportunities”.PawsAPlenty 4-H Dog Show, Tarrant County in Azle, Texas on April 20th. Registration is due April 9th.Happy Tails 4-H Dog Show, Williamson County in Hutto Texas on April 27th. Registration due April 12th.Wise County 4-H Dog P.A.C.K Open Youth Dog Show in Decatur, Texas May 4th. Registration due May 1st.Paw-fect Pals 4-H Dog Show, Brazos County in Bryan, Texas on May 18th. Registration due May1st. Showing is just a small part of what dog project members are doing. The Texas 4-H Dog Project is holding strong at over 1,500 4-H members and leaders in 168 counties across the State, urban and rural. With basic obedience they gain a well-mannered four legged family member along with confidence and self-esteem. In addition to learning how to better care for and train their four-legged friends, groups are performing community service projects such as pet therapy in hospitals, schools and

nursing homes, supporting animal shelters and conducting educational programs on responsible pet ownership. Along the way, 4-H members participating in the dog project have increased their ability to set goals, be organized, cooperate with others, and serve in leadership roles. Want to get something started in your area? Make an appointment with your County Extension Agent to discuss the possibilities.

TRADE SHOW AT ROUNDUPJana Barrett, [email protected] Texas 4-H Friends & Alumni Association is pleased to be hosting the 4th Annual Texas 4-H Roundup Trade Show. This area provides youth and adults the opportunity to visit with businesses and colleges about higher education learning opportunities and future career options. In addition, it will give youth and parents the chance to visit with businesses that support 4-H and its mission through fundraising opportunities, award ideas, youth training programs, scholarship opportunities and more. Within this area you will also be able to bid on the “I Support the Clover” silent auction items. For more information and to check out this year’s Gold Clover Vendors visit http://texas4hfriends.org/rounduptradeshow/ Also, don’t forget about the Trade Show Scavenger Hunt where your club or county will be eligible to earn CASH MONEY. Winners will be announced during Thursday’s Assembly and will be based on the largest participation by a club/county in the scavenger hunt! Top 3 places will be awarded a combined $400.

OPPORTUNITY TO EARN MONEY FOR YOUR LOCAL 4-H PROGRAMJana Barrett, [email protected] Texas 4-H Foundation is pleased to announce they will host the “I Support


the Clover” Silent Auction during the 2013 Texas 4-H Roundup. In an effort to support county 4-H programs, the Texas 4-H Foundation Board would like provide an opportunity for county 4-H programs to earn funds from the event. The Top 10 items donated by County 4-H Programs receiving the highest bid amounts, as compared to the other county donated items, will be awarded as follows:…of the items selling price• First Place 100% • Second Place 75%• Third through Six Place 50%• Sixth through Tenth Place 25% Visit our website at http://texas4hfoundation.org/silentauction/ to download the item donation forms. We ask that you complete this form, and submit it along with any additional supporting materials for the items your county plans to donate(ie. brochure from hunt, specs from electronic items, etc). We ask that your county notify us no later than Friday, April 5th with the information regarding the donated item(s), photo of the item(s), etc. All items need to be shipped to the Texas 4-H Foundation Office by Friday, May 24th. If you chose to bring the item(s) to Roundup, note that the Foundation plans to open the Auction Tables on Monday during the Scholarship Assembly. The sooner your item goes on display the more time for bidding. We look forward to having a great selection of county donated items to add to the list of items our Texas 4-H Foundation Trustees are gathering for the event. Proceeds from the auction will be used for State-wide 4-H Program Support efforts.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jana Barrett at 979-845-1213 or [email protected].

TEXAS 4-H HORSE VALIDATION CURRENTLY UNDER WAY!Teri Antilley, [email protected] 2013 Texas 4-H Horse Validation Process will start on March 1st on 4-H CONNECT and run through April 15th at a cost of $10.00 per horse. From April 16th to May 1st the cost increases $20.00 per horse. Validation is required for all horses that may be entered into either district or state horse shows. For those horses validated last year in 4-H CONNECT, you will need to re-activate and pay for validation. New horses you will need to provide photos of each side, and front, as well as a pdf copy of registration papers (if registered). For more information and to download instructions for validating horse, go to this link: http://animalscience.tamu.edu/academics/equine/state-4h-show

Derrick Bruton, [email protected] you love the great outdoors? Are you up for a fun, physical and mental challenge? If so, mark your calendars for June 29-30, 2013 for the 5th annual Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge to be held at the Texas 4-H Conference Center in Brownwood. Grab a friend. Learn, practice, and train to compete in a series of ten outdoor events, and then join us in June to test your knowledge and skills at the Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge! Registration will open on 4-H Connect in April. Check out the web page for contest rules and more details: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/outdoor

TEXAS 4-H EQUINE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMDerrick Bruton, [email protected] you a horse enthusiast? Do you consider yourself a leader among your peers? Do you want to be a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to take your 4-H horse project to the next level? Accept the challenge and apply to become a Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador! The Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador program is designed as an in-depth learning experience for selected youth to represent the equine industry in Texas. The 2013 training will be held in Gainesville on August 11-15. Training includes a short-course experience in the most heavily populated horse industry area of Texas. During this five-day training, more than 30 hours of rigorous instruction by industry professionals, university faculty, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Specialists, and County Extension Agents cover topics such as leadership, career development, horse care and training philosophies and Horse Industry advocacy. The online application will be active between March 1 and April 30. The link will be posted on the program’s page linked below. An “Ambassador Packet” containing eligibility requirements, details about the training, and application process can be downloaded from this page as well. Limited space is available, so take the time to submit a quality application, and then get back to horsing around! http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/equine


TEXAS 4-H FRIENDS & ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES ALLIANCE OPPORTUNITY FOR ALLCOUNTIESJana Barrett, [email protected] Texas 4-H Friends & Alumni Association is here to assist all 254 Counties across Texas with raising funds for their local 4-H programs. All your county has to have are 4-H Alumni and Friends of 4-H within your county lines to be a part of this new fund raising endeavor !!

Beginning August 15 - May 31, 2013, the Texas 4-H Friends & Alumni Association will be hosting “Roundup Former 4-H’ers and Supporters Across Texas” membership drive. A significant portion of the funds raised through this campaign will be returned to the local 4-H Club or County 4-H Program by the Friends and Alumni Association.

Recruitment materials will be made available on the Texas 4-H Friends & Alumni website or you can email Jana Barrett to have them sent to you direct. The membership drive materials will include talking points about the efforts of the Association, a membership information flier and F&A Membership recruitment forms.

The County and/or local 4-H Club portion of Memberships sold will be as follows:• Lifetime Membership ($50 donated to

County and/or Club)• Annual Membership ($10 donated to

County and/or Club)• Collegiate Membership ($5 donated to

County and/or Club)

The individual 4-H member recruiting “F&A Memberships” will be allowed to designate their portion of the funds to their specific local 4-H club (subject to verification of club charter by the State 4-H office and notification to the county), their local County 4-H Program, or split the funds between both their Club and their

County 4-H Program.

The 4-H membership recruiter will receive credit for both new and current members. If current members “join” within this time, their membership renewal date will be extended.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jana Barrett at 979-845-1213 or [email protected] .

FEMA IS LOOKING FOR OUTSTANDING 4-H MEMBERS TO APPLY FOR YOUTH PREPAREDNESS COUNCILThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking nominations for participants in the Agency’s Youth Preparedness Council (YPC). The Youth Preparedness Council provides an opportunity for young leaders to serve as a member of a distinguished national council; to complete a youth preparedness project of their choosing; to learn about youth disaster preparedness from the leadership at FEMA and other national organizations dedicated to youth preparedness; to voice their opinions, experiences, and share innovative ideas and solutions; and to participate in the Youth Preparedness Council Summit where the council meets with emergency management leadership to discuss steps to strengthen the nation’s resiliency against all types of disasters. Participants are expected to represent the youth perspective on emergency preparedness and relay information within their communities. Each council member is expected to develop and complete one preparedness-related project specific to his/her region and interests. In addition to attending the Summit in the summer of 2013, council members will potentially participate in national, regional, state, tribal and local preparedness meetings

and present their work. It is expected that members will meet with FEMA on a regular basis via conference call to provide ongoing input on strategies, initiatives and projects throughout the duration of their term. Anyone between the ages of 12 and 17, who is engaged in individual and community preparedness, is encouraged to apply or be nominated to serve on the Youth Preparedness Council. An individual may apply on his/her own behalf, or can be nominated by an adult familiar with his/her youth preparedness activities. Individuals interested in applying must submit a completed application form, a narrative, and a letter of recommendation. The letter of recommendation can be from any adult, including a parent, guardian, community first responder, or teacher. Applications that do not include a letter of recommendation will not be reviewed. Individuals interested in nominating a young leader to the council should complete the application form and narrative, but a letter of recommendation is not mandatory. Specific information about completing and submitting the application and attachments can be found on the application. All applications and supporting materials must be received no later than 11:59 E.D.T. on April 19, 2013 in order to be eligible. Council members will be selected based on vacancies and announced in May 2013. Once selected, members serve on the Council for one year, with the option to extend for an additional year, based on a formal request by FEMA. For more information about the Youth Preparedness Council and FEMA’s work on youth preparedness, and to access the application materials, please visit www.ready.gov/youth-preparedness. If you have any further questions, please contact Citizen Corps at (202) 786-9550 or [email protected] .


4-HMILITARY UPDATES

EL PASOANS FIGHTING HUNGERRecently the El Paso Food Bank moved to a new location. The new location offers more room and better facilities to serve the community. As you can imagine, moving a program like this is a project in itself. Luckily they had the help of some pretty awesome volunteers. Youth from Milam Youth Activities Complex on Ft. Bliss stepped up and offered their services.

These outstanding 4-H/OMK youth got up early and made it to the center by 8am. They got on a bus and drove to the new location where they sorted, cleaned and inventoried every single item the center had. Each item was checked for its expiration date and wiped down. This was no easy task but they all achieved their goal with a smile on their face.

Not only have these young people collected items for the center but they have now gone a step beyond with helping them get organized and ready to serve the needy in their community a lot faster. They have also assisted the food bank in prepping packages of food to be distributed to needy families and a meal for the homeless.

Giving back to the community is sometimes hard work but our outstanding 4-Hers and OMK Youth Board members met the challenge head on and showed military youth care about their community.

TEEN EXTREME SPRING BREAK CAMPThe Montague Youth Center, Fort Hood Texas, hosted the 2013 CYSS Teen Extreme Spring Break Camp. Texas Military 4-H Tech Wizards provided two programs for the camp on Wednesday, March 13, Lego Robotics and Water Awareness.

The Lego Robotics program was led by Annie May, 4-H Program Assistant – Tech Wizards. The youth built NXT projects using step-by-step instruction, which allowed the youth to become familiar with building and using the NXT kits. Some projects that the youth completed were catapults, bumper car, ball hunter, flipping

gymnast, rattlesnake, and many more. Youth were able to learn the basics and see a finished Lego Robotics project.

Todd Strait with the Clearwater Underground Water Conservation District provided Water Awareness program. The program was focused on education the youth about aquifers, water supply in Bell County as well as water conservation. This was a great opportunity for the youth to hear about where their water comes from and what they can do to help conserve the supply.

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Introducing AgSmart.TVAgSmart.TV is a streaming video channel on the Roku TV Player. Using Roku you can catch the latest on-demand educational videos from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas 4-H through the AgriLife TV Channel. Videos can also be viewed through your Internet browser at: agsmart.tv

Expand your leadership abilities through interaction with three women serving in leadership roles through their employment, community, and industry. Hear what leadership traits have helped them develop a strong voice for themselves!

Leadership LIVE is open to all YOUTH, PARENTS, VOLUNTEERS, and EXTENSION AGENTS!

Register for FREE today at: texas4-h.tamu.edu/leadershiplive

Monday, May 13, 2013 @ 7 pm

Rachel CutrerPresident & Creative DirectorRanch House Designs, Inc.

Randi Boleman, PhDRegistered Dietitian & Assistant Director for School Nutrition Services, Bryan ISD

Debbie SchronkChief Operating OfficerSan Antonio Stock Show & RodeoTexas 4-H Foundation Trustee

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Want to Interact with the Speakers?Tweet your questions & comments through

Twitter using hash tag #leadershiplive4h &@texas4h

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M A S HExperience Your Future!

Camp 2013M.A.S.H. camp is a hands-on learning experience that allows any youth in Texas learn about the medical, safety, and health career fields. During the three day camp, participants will participate in activities with the Texas A&M Health Science Center, , Texas A&M Research Labs, Texas A&M Department of Health & Kinesiology, AgriLife Extension Passenger Safety Team & law enforcement/first responders.

June 23-25, 2013Texas A&M UniversityCollege Station, Texas

Open to all youth in Texas from grades 7th to 11th.

(4-H membership is NOT required)

Registration NOW OPENon 4-H CONNECT(texas4-h.org)

M.A.S.H Camp will allow participants to:• Discover career opportunities in the areas of medicine, health and safety, first responders, and

nutrition. • Practice skills and techniques used by medical professionals.• Experience careers of first responders.• Gain knowledge of nutrition and healthy living, all while having fun! • Acquire knowledge of higher education opportunities at Texas A&M

University.

Camp Registration$250 per youth

For more informaiton contact Courtney Dodd at [email protected] or 979-845-6533

PASSPORT TO

EXCELLENCE

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NATIONAL 4-H CONGRESS ~ ATLANTA, GEORGIA

2013

National 4-H Congress

Ready to take your 4-H career to the

next level?

November 28 - December 3Atlanta, Georgia

experience

leadership

service

learningin a new exciting way with more than

950 4-h members from across

the united states.

My time at National 4-H Congress made me reflect on how great it is to serve others and how important it is, to be a part of something bigger than myself! Being

a part of 4-H, the largest youth organization in the world, has challenged me as an individual and as a productive citizen in our society and as I said before, my time spent at the 2011 and 2012 National 4-H Congress “put the icing on the cake” for my 4-H career and I wouldn’t trade the things that I learned or the people that I met for the world. I would highly recommend National 4-H Congress to anyone, it is one of those things that you will never regret and remember forever!

Landon WoodsHale County 4-Hdeadline for signing up is april 16, 2013

Texas 4-H SupportsMilitary FamiliesWhat is Camp Corral?It is an exciting week of fun outdoor activities for the children of wounded, disabled or fallen soldiers. Camp Corral is sponsored by Golden Corral Restaurants as a way of saying “thank you’ to these young people for the sacrifices they and their families have made.

Why 4-H?The Texas 4-H Conference Center in Brownwood will host Camp Corral July 14-19, 2013. The camp is free for the participants, their only expense is getting to and from camp.

How can You Help?The Texas 4-H Council invites you to collect Gift Cards for these families. The cards will be distributed upon their arrival at camp.• Cards should be valued from

$5—$20• Recommended vendors

• VISA, Mastercard• Walmart, Target, Academy• Golden Corral, McDonalds,

Wendy’s, Sonic, Subway, Chili’s, Olive Garden

• Keep in mind, the families come from all over the state, major chain type vendors are preferred.

Collect your cards and bring them to Texas 4-H roundup in College Station! The District who collects the greatest value of cards will be recognized with

a special gift!

CAMPING!2013FUN, ADVENTURE, AND FRIENDS

Texas 4-H Conference Center, Brownwood, TX

Be part of the fun this summer with your friends at the Texas 4-H Conference Center! Sign up and experience hands-on adventures on Lake Brownwood!

To register, go to: Texas4Hcenter.tamu.edu• All camp enrollment is based on grade

completed in the spring, 2013.

• 4-H membership is NOT required to participate in any camp.

• Registration program allows for:• pre-ordering of t-shirts• sending messages to friends encouraging

them to sign up for same camp.• pay a deposit by June 13th or full amount

for July camps.• discount fee if you register for July camps

before June 13th!

CAMP(Grade Completed)

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

REGISTRATION FEE(Youth/Adult)

HorizonsGrades 4-8

June 4th - 2 pmJune 8th - 10:30 am $275 / $130

County Camp I July 1st - 2 pmJuly 3rd - 11 am $175 / $80

Mission PossibleMentor Training

July 7th - 2 pmJuly 8th - 2 pm $80

Mission Possible July 8th - 2 pmJuly 10th - 10 am $175 / $80

County Camp II July 8th - 2 pmJuly 10th - 11 am $175 / $80

County Camp III July 10th - 2 pmJuly 13th - 2 pm $225 / $105

Camp Corral July 14th - 2 pmJuly 19th - 11 am military youth only

Prime Time IGrades 5th - 8th

July 21st - 2 pmJuly 24th - 10 am $225 / $105

Prime Time IIGrades 2nd - 5th

July 24th - 2 pmJuly 27th 10 am $225 / $105

LET’S GO

Texas 4-H Conference Center

WALL OFHISTORY

Be part of history at the Texas 4-H Conference Center and honor the person who has made a difference in your 4-H career! Honor your parents, a friend, a special volunteer, or a County Extension Agent. Each donation of $15.00 provides a permanent 4” X 4” photo printed tile of the honoree. All photo tiles will be framed, creating a mural effect and displayed in a prominent place in the Conference Center. Each framed unit will have a separate “legend” describing each tile within that unit. SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO TODAY

• $15.00pertile• Providephotoasajpeg

image(640X480pixelisminimumsize)

• Identifyindividualsinphoto.

• Emailto:[email protected],OR

• Mailto:DarleneLocke,Texas4-HConferenceCtr,5600FM3021,Brownwood,TX76801

• Methodsofpayment:Ca-shier’scheck,Visa,Mas-terCard.Creditcardinforma-tionshouldinclude,cardnumber,3digitalsecuritycodefrombackofcard,andbillingzipcode.

Honor that special person

that has made

4-H special to you!

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