December 2011 Clover Patch

The December 4-H Newsletter is now available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters.

Upcoming Horse Events

Attention Horse Members & Leaders:  New meetings and events have been entered into e-data.  Details of the events will be entered when information is confirmed.  On Jan 4, 2012 at 6 pm a meeting of all Horsemanship Skills Examiners will be held at the Extension Office to discuss the future of Horsemanship Skills in Clinton County.  Please, if you are a HS examiner plan to attend.  A member will be doing a high school Senior Project this Feb 11 centered on a skillathon that will be open to all 4-H members, leaders and the public.  More details on this event will be distributed at a later date.  Both events are listed on e-data (minus the details).  Please register for the events or email hbm10@psu.edu if you have further questions.

4-H Poultry Workshop

A 4-H Poultry Workshop will be offered on December 8^th, 2011.  This will be a great opportunity for you to gain some poultry knowledge and skills from expert, Phil Clauer.  2 Volunteer Training Hours will be awarded for Volunteers who attend and register through e-data.  All who plan to participate should register on e-data at http://extension.psu.edu/edata.  They flyer for the event can be found at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/livestock/4-h-poultry-workshop/view.

November 2011 Clover Patch

The November 2011 Newsletter is now available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters.

Achievement Night Canceled- Awards List

After much consideration, we have decided to cancel the Achievement Night scheduled for Saturday, November 5^th due to little attendance expected.  After much discussion regarding rescheduling, the decision has been made not to reschedule due to the upcoming holidays and availability of facilities.  We feel it is best to move forward into the new year.  However, it is important for youth and volunteers to be recognized for their efforts this year, so a list has been placed online at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members.  Be sure to take a look at the document since many are being recognized for participation in various events along with some major awards.  We do encourage clubs to recognize their members at their next meeting and awards and gifts can be picked up at the Extension Office between November 7^th and December 22^nd. 

Project books may also be picked up during this time.  Leaders may obtain books for their members, but will be asked to sign for the books they take so that we can be sure none are lost.

This cancellation is unfortunate, but you can be assured that we will be planning to continue the event next year.  Thank you to all volunteers for your hard work and congratulations to all 4-H Members on a successful year! 

Achievement Night Reminder

Dear 4-H Families,

The Clinton County 4-H Achievement Night on Saturday, November 5^th is fast approaching.  It will be held at the Mill Hall Church of Christ and will be a pot luck dinner.  Dinner and a Silent Auction will begin at 6pm with the awards ceremony to follow.  Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish and clubs are asked to provide a theme basket for the silent auction. 

We are planning to provide a meat dish on behalf of Clinton County 4-H.  So, it is extremely important that everyone register through e-data by Monday, October 31^st if you plan to attend.  If you are bringing family members who are not members or volunteers and cannot register through e-data, please send me a note so that we have an accurate count. 

I look forward to seeing many of you there!

Christmas Parade

If any clubs are interested in being in the mill Hall Christmas Parade on November 26, 2011, please contact Barb Killerman at (814) 726-6159.

Polocrosse Clinic

Attention 4-H Horse Members and Leaders. 
In February 2010 a club was formed in Centre County called Happy Valley Polocrosse.  This club is one of many in the American Polocrosse Association (http://www.americanpolocrosse.org/). If you have not heard of polocrosse, it is a fun and exhilarating horse sport that is best described as Lacrosse on horseback!  Both mounted and unmounted practices are held. The American Polocrosse Association provides opportunities for clinics, exchanges and tournaments.  Happy Valley Polocrosse Club is holding a Polocrosse Made Simple Clinic this Fall with Ryan Murphy, World Cup Player. It will be held on October 22nd and 23rd on Rt. 550 in Warriors Mark. Please check out the flyer and entry form that can be found at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses. This club is not part of or sanctioned by the PA State 4-H program.

Attention Horse Members and Leaders

The District V Horse Meeting will be held at 7 pm on November 9, 2011 at the Bonanza Steak House in New Columbia, PA.  The District minutes of the May 2011 meeting are posted on the Clinton County Horse Web Site.  Please remember if you are a 4-H horse members who qualified to attend the 2011 PA State 4-H Horse Show you need to mail or drop off your stall fee(s) as soon as possible to the Clinton County Extension Office.  The deadline is Oct 7, but the sooner everyone gets their fees in, the quicker and easier it is for the office to sent it on to the state committee.  Hannah Norman and Winnie and Ellen Turner with Zips Honey Bun have additional classes they are participating in at the State Horse Show.  Hanna qualifies in Miniature Horse Trail In Hand class and Ellen in Senior Western Grooming & Showmanship!  Good luck to all qualifiers!

Countywide Service Project for the Women's Center

Clinton County 4-H will be collecting items for the Women’s Center from now until November 14^th.   A list of items needed are below.  This will serve as our Countywide Community Service Activity.  There will be two locations to drop items off and a collection box will also be available at 4-H Achievement Night.  The Extension Office will serve as one location and Susquehanna Eye Associates will be the other location.  Their address and hours of operation as follows:  930 Bellefonte Ave.  Lock Haven 

Mon, Tues, Friday 8 to 4:30.  Wed 8 to noon and Thursday 8 to 6pm.

Items to be collected:

Paper products - Toilet paper, paper plates, cups, napkins, paper towels

Chef Boyardee - Pizza in a box - Any flavors

Saran Wrap

Wood Cleaner

Kids DVD - New or used

Floor Cleaner

Coffee

Dryer Sheets

Clorax

Hand Soaps

Laundry Detergent for HE washers

Batteries - all sizes

Diapers/wipes - all sizes

State Horse Show Planning Meeting

Attention horse members: The 2011 PA State 4-H Horse Show Planning Meeting will be held on Oct 5 at 6 pm at Lea Ann Kimble's farm (rear of Millers Gun Shop).  The minutes of the Sept 21 planning meeting are posted at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses

Penn National Horse Show Youth Opportunities

Pennsylvania National Horse Show is offering two unique opportunities to any 4-H member or clubs who may be interested.  Any 4-H Club may have free admission any time during Junior Weekend (Oct. 13-16, 2011) and any 4-H member (or any child) may sign up for an equine learning experience with hourly behind the scenes tours and education stations on Saturday, Oct 15, 2011.  Flyers explaining these opportunities can be found at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses.  The Penn National Horse Show runs from October 13 - 22 at the farm show complex in Harrisburg. 

4-H Books Due!

Don't forget:  All 4-H Books are due to the Clinton County Extension Office by Friday, September 30th!

Farm Show Tagging Deadline

The Farm Show market swine, lamb, and goat tagging / entry deadline is 10/15/11.  If you are planning to show at the farm show and have not already, please contact Wayne Bechdel immediately so that he can tag your animals!

State Horse Show Meeting Minutes Available

The minutes for the Sept 7 PA State 4-H Horse Show Committee Meeting can be located at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses

State Horse Show Sweatshirts

Rachel Turner volunteered to order hood sweatshirts for 4-H members and qualifiers for 2011 State Horse Show.  They will be the color of Keystone Blue and will cost $18.00.  The sweatshirts for qualifiers will have on them Clinton County 4-H…2011 State Qualifier.  Others ordering will have on their sweatshirt Clinton County 4-H…2011 State Horse Show.  Qualifiers and anyone else interested (4-H members, families, parents, and friends) are welcome to order a sweatshirt.   Orders are due to Rachel by Sept 30.  Those who order and are going to the state horse show will pay Rachel and pick up their hoodie at the state horse show.  Those ordering and are not attending the state horse show need to contact Rachel for delivery and payment plans.  Please contact Rachel at rlturner@uplink.net 570-748-0219.

Clinton County 4-H Spaghetti Dinner

Don’t forget about the Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Clinton County 4-H on September 28^th!  Share the attached flyer with family and friends and don’t forget to let me know if you’d like to buy/sell some tickets!  The time is drawing near and we NEED to make this a good fundraiser, hopefully the only countywide one for the year!

September 2011 Newsletter

The September 2011 Clover Patch is now available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters.

Farm Show Camping fee for the 2011 PA State Horse Show

The Farm Show Camping fee for the 2011 PA State Horse Show will be $100.  This will be paid to farm show security when you hook up at the site.  You will possibly need to provide a driver's license and/or plate number for vehicles. at time of hook-up.

4-H Results from the Clinton County Fair

View all 4-H results from the Clinton County Fair at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/4-h-round-up-results/view.

Project & Office Books due September 30th

Dear 4-H Families,

Can you believe it’s almost September already!?  That means you will all probably be putting finishing touches on your 4-H project and officer books for the year.  This is a reminder that all books need to be turned into the Extension office prior to September 30^th, 2011.  So, you will need to be sure that your leader looks at and grades it prior to that time.  Anyone who does not complete a project book will not be able to take on that project next year. 

Please do not forget about your officer books as they are very important too.  We will need to collect the Treasurer’s Binder from ALL clubs in order to complete the club audits and tax filing information. 

HPDC Meeting

HPDC (Horse Program Development Committee) meeting is Sept 7 at 7 pm at the Extension Office.  All horse leaders, members and parents are welcome to attend.  Please remember to sign up on e-data.

State Horse Show Qualifiers Meeting

Congratulations to all the horse members who have qualified for the 2011 PA State 4-H Horse Show held at the Farm Show Complex Oct 28- 30.  On Sept 7 a State 4-H Horse Show meeting for qualifiers, leaders and members will be held at 6 pm at the Extension Office.  Information for the state horse show qualifiers is available on the horse web site: http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses.  Please remember to sign up on e-data.

Revised District V Ring Schedule

The District V, Aug 20 ring schedule has been revised from the previous schedule handed out on Aug 6 at the Clinton County Round Up event.  The revised schedule can be found at the link below.  The starting time of the District V Horse Show is 8:30 am and the show will be held at the Centre County Grange Fairgrounds.
 
http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses/upcoming-events-and-announcements/revised-district-v-ring-schedule/view

12 Clinton County 4-H Members Qualify for Production Show

12 Clinton County 4-H members with 23 horse entries qualified at the Aug 3 Regional Production Show in Williamsport, PA for the 2011 PA State 4-H Horse Show.  The names of the exhibitors and qualifying horses/ponies are available at  http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses/upcoming-events-and-announcements/2011-production-qualifiers/view

2011 PA 4-H Horse Program Outstanding Member Award

Hi all,

This is just a reminder that the deadline for the 2011 PA 4-H Horse Program Outstanding Member Award application submission is August 26, 2011.  Therefore, I must have any applications in at the Clinton County Office by Aug 23, to give me ample time to submit by the deadline.  Only one application can be submitted from each county, therefore if we have more than one application a committee will chose the application from Clinton County 4-H Horse Program that best fits the requirements.  Please submit applications to Attention: Helene

Thanks,

Helene

2011 Fair Reminders

1.      The 4-H Registrations will occur as follows on Friday, August 5th:

-        Livestock animal weigh in- 7am-noon @ barns

-        Livestock Passes & Book Check- 4-6pm@ 4-H Building

-        General 4-H Face to Face Judging, Book Check & Passes- 4-6pm @ 4-H Building

-        Horse Book Check & Passes- 6-7pm @ Horse Barns

2.      The Food Booth will be open on Friday, August 5^th from 8am-noon.

3.      Thank you cards and envelopes (leftover from the open house) will be available during fair week in the Extension Office at the fairgrounds for those who would like to get a jump start on thanking those who helped you through this project year, including buyers.

4.      Flyers will be available in the Extension office at the fairgrounds during fair week for anyone who would like to get a jump start on buying catalog ads for 2012.  

5.      Don’t forget to work with the exhibitors around you to keep your stalls nice and neat throughout the week for Good Housekeeping judging.  Free drinks will be given to the winners!

6.      Be sure to note when your club is assigned to work in the 4-H Food Booth throughout the week.  It is essential that everyone participates in this fundraiser in order for it to run smoothly.

7.      Thanks to a few volunteers along with a sponsor, the 4-H breakfast will be offered again this year.  A pancake breakfast will be served to 4-H members only on Thursday morning from 8am-10am.

8.      Arm bands will be given instead of ticket packets to youth over 12.  You will need to keep these on at all times throughout the week in order to be admitted to the fair.

9.      Don’t forget about the 4-H Line Dance to take place Monday night at 8pm in the 4-H Building.

10.   Those wishing to give presentations Wednesday at noon should register with me by Tuesday (the day before).

11.   A scavenger hunt will be available for all kids at noon on Thursday at the 4-H Food Booth.

12.   The 4-H Picnic will be on Thursday evening in the 4-H building.  Everyone should bring a covered dish to share. 

Mini Round Up News Article

Poise, eye-contact and charm wowed the judges as they were put to the challenge of scoring and placing nine courageous 4-H members who participated in the 4-H Mini Round Up on Thursday, June 30^th at 6pm in the Learning Center at the Education and Resource Center in Mill Hall. Those participating 4-H members grabbed the competition by the horns and showed off their public speaking abilities.

Threeand six junior 4-H members shared their speeches and presentations to a panel of judges who placed them according to how well they presented their topic. Criteria included not only subject matter, but also appearance, grammar and vocabulary, demonstration equipment and accuracy. The topics that the participators presented were chosen relative to their own particular interests. Proud parents and friends looked on from their seats cheering the nerves away from the young 4-H’ers as they concluded their presentations.

In the senior level, Alexis Lingenfelter took first with her presentation on the W.A.A.C’s during WWII. Lingenfelter was closely followed by Destiny Stover. Keri Ford took first place in the Senior Speech competition.  Kayla Kimble stole the first place prize in the Junior Division with her presentation entitled, “Before You Ride… Brush Their Hide,” which showcased the steps and importance of horse grooming. Ford was also closely followed by her competition, Morgan Kerstetter, Olivia Benna, Allison Benna, Blaze Bierly and Tanner Bierly.

The heated competition was cooled down with an ice cream social at the end. The 4-H participants chatted and “horsed” around with their competition, family and friends while enjoying their make-it-yourself sundaes. So, if you ask me, with an ice cream sundae, everyone won.

Written by: Lauren Dwyer

New Upcoming Horse Events

Attention horse leaders and members:  New upcoming events and activities have been posted on the Clinton County Horse Web site, with many having deadlines within the next few weeks.  Please contact the office if you have questions about these or other 4-H horse events.

•  4-H Equine Skillathon at Ag Progress Days (deadline Aug 5 to register)
• State 4-H Competitive Trail Ride (deadline to register Sept 2)
• Southern States 4-H Fundraising Campaign
• Clinton County Fair Horseback Games Class schedule and directions

TLC Car Wash Tomorrow!

The Clinton County 4-H Teen Leader Council will be holding a car wash tomorrow, July 16th from 10am-2pm in the Sears Parking Lot in Lock Haven.  They are asking only for a donation and it will go toward their activities for the year. 

Results of Public Speaking Contest

Congratulations to the County Public Speaking Participants!

Senior Speeches:
1st Place- Keri Ford

Senior Presentations:
1st Place- Alexis Lingenfelter
2nd Place- Destiny Stover

Junior Presentations:
1st Place- Kayla Kimble
2nd Place- Morgan Kerstetter
3rd Place- Olivia Benna
4th Place- Allison Benna
5th Place- Blaze Bierly
6th Place- Tanner Bierly

July 2011 Clover Patch

The July Newsletter can be found at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters/july-2011-clover-patch/view.

Successful Regional 4-H Camp Creates Memories to Last a Lifetime

The only real training for leadership is leadership. “Take the Lead” was the theme at this year’s Regional 4-H Camp.  Camp Kanesatake in Spruce Creek was buzzing with 4-H members from eight different counties across central Pennsylvania from June 19^th until the 23^rd.

The camp theme of “Take the Lead,” allowed the campers to be exposed to different leadership roles including workshops that promoted responsibility, self-help, self-esteem, public speaking and how to lead instead of boss. Those who participated, not only experienced workshops which helped to prepare them for leadership roles, but also were given the opportunities to ride on a zipline, swim in the enormous pool, join in sport and recreational games, partake in art and craft activities, enjoy campfires, catch fish, see local wildlife and attend a dance! Campers also had a blast, goofing around as Denny Huber, Balloon Artist and Magician, showed off his talents.

Clinton County had thirty traditional campers and seven mini-campers participate. Mini-Camp, an overnight experience for eight and nine year olds, took place on Sunday, June 19^th, until Monday afternoon. Traditional-Camp, a four-day, three-night experience for 4-H’ers ages nine to fourteen, took place from Monday, June 20^th until the evening of Thursday, June 23^rd. A half-price scholarship was graciously presented to those children who participated from Clinton County through a grant from the Community Foundation.

4-H camp is made possible by Penn State Extension as a time for 4-H members to not only relax and create summer memories that will last a lifetime, but also learn skills that will benefit them and their communities. Thirty-two teenaged volunteer councilors and eighteen adult staff, both extension employees and 4-H volunteers, helped to make this year’s 4-H camp a successful event for the young 4-H members to enjoy.

Youth & Adult Volunteers Needed

We are needing a few volunteers for the following items.  Please let Lauren Dwyer know if you are able to help by emailing her at l.k.dwyer@iup.edu or calling her at (570) 726-0022.

July 22– Youth Needed from 8:30am-11:45am at the Penn Stater for 4-H Display Table

August 2– Teens & Adults @ 6pm to get Food Booth ready for fair.

August 4– 1 or 2 Youth needed to talk about 4-H experience at Kiwanis meeting at noon.

August 5–  Youth or Adults from 8am-noon to work Volunteer Food Booth Shift.

4-H Round Ups & Fair Info Letter

I can't belive it's almost July already!  Before we know it, it will be time for the fair and our 4-H Round Ups!  Use the link below to access a letter filled with information for 4-H members at the fair.

http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/fair-and-food-booth-items/4-h-round-up-fair-info-letter/view

Regional 4-H Driving Clinic

Clinton County will be hosting a driving clinic that is open to all 4-H members and open drivers.  The date is June 27 at 5 pm.  Pre-registration is required.  If there are not at least 5 combination driver/horse registered for the event then the event will be cancelled.  For more information please contact the Extension Office 570-726-0022.

Pee Wee Horse Show and Tack Swap Canceled

The Pee Wee Horse Show and Tack Swap scheduled for June 25 at the fairgrounds have been cancelled.

Reminder for Public Speaking Contest and 4-H Mini Round Up

Don't forget to contact Becky Sellers if you are planning to participate in the Clinton County 4-H Public Speaking Contest by Friday, June 24th!  Everyone should also register for Mini Round Up on E-data by Friday. 

Correction to State Horse Show Fee

A recent blog message stated that all State Horse Show fees, including Production State Horse Show fees, were raised to $30.  The State Horse Program just released an update stating that the fee per class to show at States will be $25 as in past years.

Teen Leader Council to Host Car Wash

The 4-H Teen Leader Council will be holding a car wash on July 16, 2011 at the Sears parking lot in Lock Haven.  The car wash will go from 9am-2pm.  There is no set cost but they are asking for a donation.  Come on out and support the Teens!

2011 Fair Horse Stall Registration

Attention horse members who intend to stall horses during the 2011 Clinton County Fair.   Horse Stalling Registration forms and directions can be found at:  http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses.

Important Notice for Poultry Exibitors

We have just been informed by the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic laboratory that there will be a charge for some of the testing of poultry.    The majority of the testing fees are being absorbed by a grant – but each bird tested will be charged the following rates: 

AI AGID – (done on all exhibition birds except waterfowl) - $0.55 per sample

AI VI – (done on waterfowl)- $15.00 per swab pool of up to 5 birds (birds must be pooled by species, i.e. ducks and geese must be tested separately)

Pullorum – (done on all exhibition birds except waterfowl) – $0.50 per sample

So, for chickens & turkeys – the fee is $1.05 per bird that they are showing (this is the total for AI and pullorum testing). 

For ducks and geese, the fee is $15 per tube of swabs, and you can submit between 1 – 5 swabs per tube.  Unfortunately, this is a significantly more expensive test than the testing required for the other birds, but the less expensive AI tests do not work for waterfowl.

Payment for these fees must be remitted at the time of testing.   As a reminder, testing will be conducted at the Small Animal Barn at the Clinton County Fairgrounds on Friday, July 1 from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm and again on Saturday, July 2 from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.   You will need to bring exact change or a check payable to Animal Diagnostic Laboratory.  

For those showing ducks – I’m not certain how we can fairly do this – each tube submitted will be charged $15 (and can contain testing of two pairs) – the fee can be split between the two entries – however, if there is only one pair the entire $15 would need to be charged.    I believe we are aware of only three pairs that will be entered – so the “fair” thing to do would be to expect that we will need to submit two tubes – for a total of $30 – and the split would be $10 per each pair of ducks.   

I apologize for the delay in getting you this information – our original interpretation of the communication indicated that the fees would be completely subsidized by the grant – but we just received information that this interpretation was incorrect.    

If anyone has questions, please contact me at 570-726-7675.  Thank you.  

Bob and Gwen Bechdel

Poultry Chairs/Certified Poultry Technicians

IMPORTANT HORSE ENROLLMENT NOTICE

Both e-data and horse enrollment was due on June 1, 2011.  Many members HAVE NOT completed their horse enrollment.  Members MUST download to e-data, the Negative Coggins Test, the Veterinary Client Patient Relationship form, the Rabies certificate of verification and, if available, the Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) along with correctly entering horse information on e-data and submitting hard copies of the horse enrollment. 

If you are uncertain on whether your horse enrollment is complete please contact your organizational club leader and/or the Extension Office 570-726-0022 to check on your horse enrollment status.  All members will have until June 15 to make sure their horse enrollment is correctly completed on e-data and in hard copy.  Any horse members who do not have their horse enrollment complete by June 15 will not be able to participate in the August 6, 2011 Clinton County 4-H Horse & Pony Round Up held during fair week or in any Regional Production Show.

PA 4-H Horse Program Safety Award Application

Individual clubs, leaders and HPDC are eligible to submit an application for the PA 4-H Horse Program Safety Award Application.  More information and the application may be found at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs.

Volunteers- Level 3 & 4 Examiner Training

Any screened volunteer leaders interested in becoming a Level 3 & 4 examiner may attend a training July 12 at PSU.  You will need to obtain a recommendation form signed by the Clinton County Horse Program Assistant.  Pre-registration is required.  More information is available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses. 

June 2011 Newsletter

View the June Cloverpatch at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters/june-2011-newsletter/view.

Spots still available for 4-H Camp!

Clinton County is getting a great turnout for 4-H Camp, but we still have room for a few more campers.  So, if you missed the registration deadline and would still like to go, you are in luck!  Just go to http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/4-h-camp and fill out the registration form.  You may email it to me or send it via the U.S. Postal Service.  If you are going to mail your registration form, please reply to this email so that I will expect it. 

Photo Request

Photos being sought by PSU Horse Program.  FMI visit: http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/horses.

Amy Middleton Places 16th out of 70

Congratulations to Amy Middleton who placed 16th out of 70 participants at the Spring Livestock Judging Contest!

HPDC Meetings Canceled

June and July HPDC regularly scheduled meetings have been cancelled due to lack of participation from members.

St. Jude Fun Show

Centre County is having a benefit horse show for St Jude's Hospital on June 4 at the Centre County Grange Fairgrounds.  FMI:  flyer has been placed on the Clinton County Horse Web Site or contact Kathy Fye 814-280-3286 or kathyfye@hotmail.com.

Acknowledgement of Risk Forms

Leaders & Members-please remember to complete a hard copy of the Acknowledgement of Risk 4-H Youth form, and if a leader, An Adult Acknowledgement of Risk Form and submit with horse enrollment to the Extension Office.  If you are already participating in activities involving horses such as the upcoming horse camp, horsemanship skills activities, this form should already be on record in the Extension Office.  If you have any questions contact the Extension Office 570-726-0022.

2011 Outstanding 4-H Horse Member Applications

Anyone interested in submitting an application for the 2011 Outstanding 4-H Horse Member may pick up an application and information at the Extension Office.  Applications are due August 26.

May 2011 Clover Patch

The May 2011 Clover Patch is now available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/newsletters.

Designing Effective Displays Workshop Postponed

The Designing Effective Displays Workshop has been postponed until May 25th at 6pm due to severe weather.  If you are interested in attending, please register through e-data. 

4-H Camp Deadline Approaching

Don’t forget the 4-H Camp Early Bird registrations are due by May 1^st and the regular registrations are due by May 13^th!  All Clinton County participants will receive a $70 scholarship for traditional camp and a $10 scholarship. 

The information is available at  http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/4-h-camp

New Swine Production Class at Farm Show

Go to http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/livestock/other to read the press release with details about this addition. 

Clinton County Fair Association Barn Renovation Events

The Clinton County Fair Association is conducting events to secure funds to renovate the horse barn area at the fairgrounds.  Please consider supporting the Tack Swap and Pee Wee Horse Show events on June 25 that will be at the fairgrounds.  Flyers for the events are located on the Clinton County Horse Web Site.

Homeland Security Approved Training

South Central Mountain Regional Task Force is having a Homeland Security Approved Training on April 29-May 1 at PSU Park Campus from 1 – 6 pm on April 29 and from 8 – 5 pm on April 30 and May 1.  The deadline for registering was April 20, but they are accepting late registrations.  If interested contact the following for availability: 

Brenda Coe, Ph.D.
bxc10@psu.edu
PSU  DAS and Ag Eng.
814-280-2471

Horse For Sale

Anyone interested in purchasing a Registered Spotted Tennessee Walking Horse can contact Ann Brunner at the Extension Office 570-726-0022, for more information.

2011 4-H Camp

Before we know it, summer will be here again.  That means it's just about time for 4-H Camp.  Registrations are now open for the 2011 4-H Camp at Camp Kanesatake.  Go to the link below to find a camp brochure, registration form and workshop description list.  Clinton County participants will receive a $70 scholarship thanks to the Clinton County Community Foundation.  Note that Early Bird Registration is in May, so don't delay!

http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members

Farm Bureau's Youth Conference

There is still time to sign up for the Farm Bureau's Youth Conference.  So, if anyone is interested, please contact Becky Sellers- (570) 726-0022 ext. 131 or rad5003@psu.edu.

PA Equine Council Scholarship

Please find enclosed information about a new scholarship for students offered by the Pennsylvania Equine Council. Eligibility requirements and details can be found at Pennsylvania Equine Council website at: http://www.pennsylvaniaequinecouncil.com/index.php

Please share with those who may benefit from this opportunity. Thank you.

April 2011 Clover Patch

View the new Clover Patch at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members

WPSU interview with Dean McPheron

"When you touch your refrigerator door, you are shaking hands with Agriculutre"- Dean McPheron's anology to show that Agriculture effects everyone and Penn State Extension effects everyone.  Check out the entire interview at http://wpsu.org/radio/single_entry/LL-3682/stories

2011 Livestock Information Available

The Clinton County Livestock information is available at http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members/livestock

You can find the policies and procedures along with registration forms at that site. 

4-H Newsletters

The 4-H Newsletters can now be found on the Clinton County Cooperative Extension Website.  You can find them by selecting "programs", then "4-H", then "For Members".  The March Newsletter can be found at :

http://extension.psu.edu/clinton/programs/4-h/members

Internship with the Clinton County Conservation District

View the flyer at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/ConservationInternship.pdf

Upcoming Display Workshop

Dosie Cox will be teaching a workshop about designing effective displays.  This would be helpful in designing club displays, fair displays and even displays for work and school.  Come learn some tips about how to make your displays better! 

The workshop will be on April 27, 2011 from 6pm-8pm at the Learning Center.  Please register through e-data.  This will be counted as a Volunteer Training.

2011 Display Contest Results

Congratulations to the Display Contest winners determined at the 4-H Open House!

1st Place- Hoofbeats 4-H Club
2nd Place- Just for Kicks 4-H Club
3rd Place- Pine Creek Pioneers 4-H Club

Market Pig, Goat & Lamb Tag Day

All market pigs, goats and lambs are required to be brought to the Fairgrounds on May 7th or May 15th to be tagged with Clinton County tags.  You can come any time between 10am and 2pm.

Governor's Proposed Budget Cuts

For those interested in learning more about how the Governor's proposed budget cuts will effect Cooperative Extension and 4-H, please view the following file:  http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/BudgetPoints.pdf

Horse Camp Registration & Horse Enrollment

Horse camp registration is available on e-data and on the horse web site and Horse Enrollment form is available on the web site.

Quality Assurance and Ethics Clarification

Good afternoon,

I have been hearing some confusion among the 4-H community regarding the new Quality Assurance guidelines.  So, I thought I would send a note to clarify.

1.       This year ALL 4-H members taking ANY type of animal project needs to complete a Quality Assurance Training.  This includes, dairy, livestock, horse, small animals, pets or anything else dealing with animals.

2.      Registration for this training MUST be done through e-data in order to be counted.

3.      Participants active in multiple counties only have to complete the training once, but both counties should be notified.

4.      Those showing pigs at Farm Show need to attend a training with Becky Sellers or Wayne Bechdel in order to receive PQA training.

Currently, the March 22^nd training is full.  So, e-data will not allow anyone else to register.  This is set to a 40 person limit and we will not be accepting additional registrants for that date due to the interactive nature of the training.  So, please only plan to attend if you are registered and if you are already registered and not coming, please “un-register” so that other people may.

Please contact me with any questions or concerns.

Rebecca A. Sellers

4-H & Youth Development Educator

Clinton County Resource & Education Center

47 Cooperation Lane

Mill Hall, PA 17751

Phone: (570)726-0022

Fax: (570)726-2237

Cover Contest 2011 Winners

Winners of the Round up cover contests was Beech Creek Trail Blazers Club entry
Winners of the Round up cover contests back cover Olivia Benna from the Hoofbeats Club
Winners of the HPDC Activities Program booklet front cover Joey Rankinen form Just for Kicks Club 
Winners of the HPDC Activities Program booklet back cover Nikaelin Pacella from Beech Creek Trail Blazers Club

Capital Days Scholarship Deadline Extended

The deadline for Capital Days Scholarships has been extended till Monday, March 14, 2011.  Applications must be received by the extension office by midnight. 

Farm Bureau's Youth Conference

If anyone is interested in the Farm Bureau's Youth Conference, please contact Rebecca Sellers for more information.

Last Call for Capital Days Scholarship Applications!

Today is the last day for Capital Days Scholarship Applications!  They must be received by our office prior to 8am tomorrow morning.

e-data notification

E-data will be unavailable from Wednesday evening at 5pm till the following morning.  Please do not plan to use the system during this time.

A great Community Service Opportunity

View the flyer about the Tire Collection the Clinton County Solid Waste Authority is holding.  http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/LandfillFlyer.pdf

Horse Judging Resources

Are you interested in learning how to judge a horse’s conformation?  Many references, learning guides, articles and activities on this topic can be found on the internet.  If you would like to gain more knowledge on this subject please visit the North Carolina Horse Judging Website at: http://www.cals.ncsu.edu/an_sci/extension/horse/PDF%20Files/Intro_Horse_Judging_Manual.pdf

March 2011 Newsletter

View the March Clover Patch at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/CloverPatchMarch2011.pdf

Capital Days Scholarship Coming Due

This reminder is for anyone interested in going to Capital Days.  The scholarship application is due by Tuesday March 1st.  Applications will not be accepted after this date.  So, don't delay because it's a great event and the scholarships will pay for a large portion of the cost.  If anyone has questions they should contact Rebecca Sellers (570) 726-0022 ext. 131. 

Scholarships Available

Informaton about the KILE Scholarships are available at www.palivestockassoc.org.  Please note that both Horse and Livestock members are eligible for these scholarships, accept the Beef one which is obviously for Beef members. 

4-H Open House

View the flyer for the 4-H Open House at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/4-HOpenHouseFlyer.pdf

Penn State Dairy Judging

Anyone who would like more information about the Penn State Dairy Judging Contest, please contact Rebecca Sellers (570) 726-0022 ext. 131 or rad5003@psu.edu.

Winning Ways Horse Clinic

The Winning Ways Horse Clinic, sponsored by the PA Quarter Horse Association and PSU Dept of Dairy and Animal Science, featuring Art O’Brien AQHA World Champion will be held on March 12, 2011 at the Ag Arena at PSU.  Pre-registration deadline for reduced rates is March 5.  For more information visit:  http://www.das.psu.edu/4h/horses/event-details/winning-ways-clinic    or   http://www.pqha.org/.

Summer Assistant Position Open

To assist Penn State University Cooperative Extension staff in providing non-formal education for youth and adults.  Responsibilities will include:  organizing and conducting educational programs, 4-H camp, assisting at the Clinton County Fair and 4-H Round-up, and other duties as requested. Candidate must be at least 19 years old as of January 1, 2011.  The position will start around June 1 and run until mid- August.  The rate of pay is $10 an hour. To apply before April 1, 2011, contact the office at 570-726-0022 ext 126 for an application. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer.

Teen Retreat Participants Needed

ATTENTION TEENS:  We are looking for a few more teens to go to the 4-H Teen Retreat March 25-27, 2011.  The early bird registration cost of $75 (only $35 for Clinton County teens) is still available.  It is such a great opportunity!  Please let me know if you are interested.  (570) 726-0022 ext. 131 or rad5003@psu.edu.

Horsemanship Skills Practice Canceled

Horsemanship Skills practice scheduled for Feb 10 at Dosie Cox's Riverhill Farm in Farrensville has been cancelled due to the extreme cold weather.

Team Horse Power

The 2011 Team Horse Power program will be conducting a teen training on March 25 - 27.  Interested teens can find more information at the links below, e-data and on the Clinton County Horse Web Site.  Please contact Helene McKernan 570-726-0022 if you have questions.

Job Description- http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/JobDescriptionTHP.pdf

Application- http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/ApplicationEast.doc

Spring Judging Events March 19, 2011

The Penn State Judging Events will be held on March 19, 2011.  Anyone interseted should contact Rebecca Sellers for more information.

Jersey Shore Community Swim

Are you getting the winter blues?  Cabin fever setting in?  Come on out into the warm waters of the Jersey Shore High School pool for some fun and exercise as the Jersey Shore Community Swim kicks into gear.  The pool will open on Sundays from 2 to 4 pm until April 17.   $2 per person.  Don't let the cold weather get you down, join us for a swim.

Baker Scholarship Deadline Approaching

Just a friendly reminder that applications for the Baker Scholarship are due March 1^st. 

Completed applications should be sent to Amy Gregor, Youth Program Management Coordinator, The Pennsylvania State University, 116 Ferguson Building, University Park, PA 16802.

North East Pre Vet Symposium

View information abouat the NE Pre Vet Symposium at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/2011PreVet.pdf

Teen Retreat Deadline Extended

The Early Bird Deadline for Teen Retreat March 25-27 has been extended to next Friday, February 11, 2011.  The Community Foundation grant will cover part of this, so it means it would only cost you $35 to go.  Contact Rebecca Sellers if you need more details. 

Clearfield County Shooting Sports Event

The information for the Clearfield County shooting even can be found at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/ClearfieldShooting.pdf

Rabbits Available

Katherine Miller has Mini Rex & Netherland Dwarf Rabbits available.  They are not pedigree, but would make great pets.  She is only asking $6 each.  Anyone looking for a bunny should contact her at (570) 726-4884 Ext. 1.

HPDC Winter Social Rescheduled

The Horse HPDC Winter Pot Luck Social has been rescheduled for Feb 12.  Registration and information is available on e-data.

February 2011 Newsletter

View the February Newsletter at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/CloverPatchFebruary2011.pdf

Capital Days Scholarship Application

Before we know it, it will be time to go to Capital Days.  While the registration is not out yet, we do know that it will be held May 1-3, 2011 and the total cost will be about $300.  However, the 4-H Development Committee is offering 4 scholarships for teens to go, which will cut down on their costs immensely.  The application is due on March 7, 2011 and can be found at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/CapitalDaysScholarship2011.pdf. 

4-H, A Positive Youth Opportunity

             4-H is a long standing tradition in both Clinton County and the entire Nation.  The National 4-H Organization is now serving over 6 million youth from all walks of life.  It is no longer an organization for “farm kids”, but an opportunity for youth of any background to engage in hands-on learning experiences.  4-H has a wide variety of projects and experiences that allows youth to develop life skills they will use into adulthood. 

            The Clinton County 4-H program currently has 177 members and is still building its membership for 2011.  New members are enrolling all the time to get a taste of the action.  While new members, ages 8-18, are always accepted into the program, they must be enrolled by May 1, 2011 to participate in the 4-H Round Up in August.  An Open House will be held at the Ross Library in Lock Haven for those interested in learning more about the local 4-H program.  The event will be held on March 15, 2011 from 6pm to 8pm.  It is open to the public and will have a wide variety of activities for youth.  Those interested may also contact the Penn State Cooperative Extension Office at any time.  (570) 726-0022.   

            The 4-H program focuses on hands-on learning, community service, leadership development and healthy choices all with life skills development in mind.  The Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development did a longitudinal study at Tufts University to determine the impact of 4-H on youth.  This study concluded that members involved in 4-H were two times more likely to get good grades in school and plan to go to college.  They are 41% less likely to engage in risky behaviors and 25% more likely to positively contribute to their families and communities.  All of these results show that 4-H has a very positive impact on our local community. 

            Positive relationships with caring adults are a large part of the success the 4-H program has in providing a positive youth program.  Nation-wide, 4-H is supported by 3,500 Professionals and 540,000 Volunteers.  Over 50 of those volunteers are involved with the Clinton County 4-H program.  Without this adult support, the opportunities for youth would not exist.  We are always in search of good volunteers to be a part of the program.  Those interested may also use the contact information above to learn more about volunteering in the 4-H program. 

Meetings Postponed

The HPDC meeting and the Round Up Committee Meetings set for Feb 2, 2011 at 6 -8:30 pm have been rescheduled for Feb 9, 2011 -  6:00-8:30 pm at the Extension Office due to inclement weather. 

Scholarships Awarded for Teen Retreat

A scholarship of $40 will be awarded to all attendees of the Teen Retreat.  The Community Foundation did approve our grant to do this.  This would mean that those who sign up by tomorrow will only have to pay $35 and those who sign up after that will pay $55. 

The Early Bird Registration for Teen Retreat is due by tomorrow, February 1st.  The registration form can be viewed at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/TeenRetreat2011.pdf.

Showmanship & Fitting Clinic Canceled

You may have noticed a Showmanship & Fitting Clinic for all species in the newsletter.  This event was set tentativly for April 30th.  However, the grant we put in to fund this was not approved.  So, due to lack of funding, we will not be having this event this year. 

Teen Retreat Reminder

Attention all Teens:  4-H Teen Retreat Early Bird Deadline is just around the corner.  Sign up by for February 1st to get a great discount.  It's a great opportunity to meet new people and develop great leadership skills!  Check out the Clinton County 4-H Blog for more details.

PEC Meeting Canceled

The PA Equine Council meeting that Clinton County is hosting has been cancelled for Jan 27 noon to 5 pm in the Clinton County Learning Center.  A meeting will be rescheduled at a later time.  Please let anyone know from the HPDC leaders and members who were planning on attending.

Tractor Supply Opportunities for 4-H

TSC Clover Card: Enrollment is open for the TSC Clover Card! As 4-H youth, staff, families, volunteers, and alumni - you can sign up for your free, exclusive card at the TSC website. You will receive periodic printable coupons via email and a 10% off introductory coupon just for joining. In addition, each time you make a purchase at a TSC store and use your card, your club will be entered into a random monthly drawing to win a $500 TSC gift card! The TSC Clover Card is not a discount card.

DuMor Show Feed: TSC is launching a new line of private label feeds for cattle, pig, poultry, goat, and lamb on January 24, 2011; and for each bag purchased, TSC is generously donating $.25 per bag to support 4-H Animal Science curriculum development. More information about this new opportunity will be made available at the TSC website.

Spring Paper Clover: Mark your calendars, TSC and Del's stores will run our spring Paper Clover Fundraiser in all stores nationwide from April 15-25! Coming soon we will have customizable resources (press release template, posters, etc.) available for you at the 4-H website.

Central Region Production Show & Horsemanship Skills Testing

The Central Regional Production Horse Show will be held Aug 3, 2011 in Williamsport, PA at the Williamsport Riding Club.

Horsemanship Skills Testing for Level 3/4 will be held June 25 and July 13, 2011 at the Ag Arena at PSU.  Please contact Helene McKernan, Clinton County Horse Program Assistant at hbm10@psu.edu or 570-726-0022,  if you are a member and you are interested in being tested in either Level 3 or 4 Horsemanship Skills.  To participate and be tested at either date the required registration forms need to be completed.

Hoard's Dairyman Cow Judging Contest

The Hoard's Dairyman is now doing their Cow Judging Contest.  If your club is interested in participating in this contest, please contact Rebecca Sellers as soon as possible.  This is the contest they do where you actually mail the entries in and judge from the brochure they provide.

Announcement for Horse Members

Attention horse members:  information is available on the upcoming American Horse Youth Council Symposium and the AQHA Winning Ways clinic. FMI visit:  http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/Youth/horses/clinton_horses.htm or http://www.das.psu.edu/4h/horses.

Baker Scholarship

View the announcement about the Baker Scholarship at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/2011BakerAnn.doc.

View the application at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/2011BakerApp.doc.

Tack & Clothing Sale

See the flyer for details at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/flyer.pdf.

2011 Teen Retreat

Registrations are now open for the 2011 Teen Retreat.  This is a great opportunity for Clinton County youth and is available for any 4-H member over 13 years of age.  There is a grant pending that would allow each member who attends a $40 discount.  More information about this will be announced when available.

Check out the brochure at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/TeenRetreat2011.pdf.

January 2011 Newsletter

View the January Cloverpatch at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/CloverPatchJanuary2011.pdf

Bowmasters 4-H Meeting

Clinton County Bowmasters 4-H Club will meet on January 18, 2011 at 6:30pm.  The meeting will be held at Millers gun Shop. 

Parental Permissions Form

Find the Parental Permission Form at http://clinton.extension.psu.edu/4hblogfiles/ParentalPermission.pdf.