September/October 2014
4-H Flash
Caroline County
4-H Youth
Development
Faculty/Staff:
Sharon L. Pahlman,
Extension Educator
Wendi L. Potter,
Administrative Asst. II
Mailing Address:
9194 Legion Road,
Suite 4
Denton, MD 21629
Happy FALL everyone! With the county and state fair
behind us we look forward to a very busy fall.
A very big thanks is extended to many 4-H members
and their families as donations of cakes helped Mrs.
Joanne Wooters add more money to her active 4-H
scholarship fund.
In addition, a big thanks is extended to many
members for the helping hands they provided to make
the Caroline-Dorchester County Fair a huge success.
Phone Info:
Phone: 410-479-4030
Fax: 410-479-4042
Email:
spahlman@umd.edu
wpotter@umd.edu
Website:
http://caroline.umd.edu
Facebook:
University of Maryland –
Caroline County 4-H
Equal Access Programs
“Making the
Best Better”
Open House: 2014 is the 100 year anniversary of the National
Cooperative Extension System. Extension has been educating
and helping residents of Maryland learn life skills for a century.
We are having an open house with the goal of increasing public
awareness of our educational programs. Please plan to come
celebrate as we have invited local residents and partner organizations to join
our staff on this momentous occasion at our office (9194 Legion Rd., Denton).
This event will take place on October 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Please plan to
share what 4-H means to you and help the public better understand why you
and your family are active members of the county 4-H program. Wear your 4-H
t-shirt! This is a celebration you do not want to miss! Must RSVP by October 20.
Halloween Happening! Friday, October 10, 6-8 p.m. at
the 4-H Park, main building. A fun regional 4-H event is
planned for Talbot, Dorchester and Caroline County 4-H
members. This is your chance to meet and make new
friends from other clubs. Consider bringing a friend who
is considering joining 4-H as a way of welcoming him or her to the program.
The evening will include games, food, learning activities and a costume
contest. (Costumes are optional.) Please bring a side dish and/or a dessert to
share! Register by calling 410 479-4030 by October 3 so we can plan how
many to prepare for. Please provide your name, phone number, e-mail, and
number of youth and adults attending.
If you plan to raise and show beef as your 4-H project for 2015 you are required to own the animal
by January 1, 2015. Please let Ms. Charlotte Brown know of your intentions as soon as possible.
Gabrielle Parsley attended and enjoyed the Eastern Shore 4-H Camp, where she participated in the teen leadership track.
Way to go Gabrielle!
The Maryland 4-H State Rifle Match was held on Saturday, Sept. 6. The following members represented our countyjunior: Spencer Seaborne: 7th place; intermediates and seniors: Mark Hopkins: 12th place; Brockman Harris: 13th place;
Dustin Saathoff: 17th place; Taylor Dodson: 18th place and Isaac Dodson: 19th place. We are very proud of each member!
A big thanks to the club leaders Bob Fletcher, Linda Garrett and David Mielke.
Best of luck to both the Archer’s 4-H Club members as they participate in the upcoming State 4-H archery match and to
the Caroline County 4-H Shotgun Club as they compete in the State 4-H shotgun match.
The Eastern Shore Large Car show (truck show) was a big success. The following clubs were represented by helping with
the sales of drinks and parking cars: the 8 to 18 4-H Club; NCHS Green Club- Environmental Science Club; the Tailwaggers
4-H Club and the Silver Spurs 4-H Club. Each of these clubs will receive funds for their efforts.
Do you like to write and share your love of 4-H? The Delmarva Farmer is once again seeking news from
4-H members about what is happening that is of interest to you in 4-H. You can write about the county
fair, about your projects and your club leaders and more. You can also send them special photos.
Contact Amanda Cloughtery; akbrown@umd.edu as soon as possible to let her know of your interest.
Walk MD! Maryland Extension offers a challenge to you and to your club to get active, get healthy and get moving!
Encourage each other to participate in the Walk MD program. Log in and enter the miles you walk each week on the
following website: https://extension.umd.edu/walkmd to find out more about the program.
Please remember that keeping records is an important part of your project. Every member is encouraged to complete at
least one project during the year. A record book workshop for those needing help and new members will be held on
Monday, Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the extension office.
Record Books will be due on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the extension office. Be sure to keep records too of your service
hours. In addition, if you are working on the Diamond Clover plans do not forget that they will be due at this time as well.
Special animal project records available online at: extension.umd.edu/4-h/4-h-program-areas/animal-science-resources.
Maryland 4-H has a new rule that will be followed strictly in 2015. Pleases remember that you must sign up for the projects
and actively work on them to enter exhibits in the various divisions within the state fair. Such as you can only enter flowers
if you are enrolled in the flower project.
Seniors: If you are interested in applying to attend the National 4-H Conference – applications are due by October 15. All
other national trip applications are due January 15. A senior portfolio is required. Let Ms. Sharon know if you need more
details. Go online to http://extension.umd.edu/4-h/youth-families/awards-recognition for more information.
Congratulations to our 4-H members! We had a wonderful fair this year and the effort and hard work of many of you
made for great memories. (Please keep track of your service time.)
Thanks to many for sharing their animal exhibits during the children’s program; members teaching the public about their
livestock projects; members working with the air rifle trailer- helping others learn about shooting sports; and 4-H
members serving as clerks and helpers during judging and set up and clean-up efforts, etc. The fair was a good
experience because many hands helped. Congratulations to the following 4-H members as they earned Champion and
Reserve Champion rosettes!
Are you interested in considering a future in a health care position? The Health Careers 4-H Club meetings
for intermediate and senior 4-H members will be held on the following dates: Oct.1, Oct. 29, Nov.12 and
Dec. 10 at the Easton Hospital beginning from 5:30- 7:00 p.m. The club introduces members to health
careers by allowing them to interact with medical professionals. Please let Ms. Sharon know if you would
like to join this club. (October 29th we will be visiting a local veterinarian’s office.)
National 4-H Week! October 5-11: Every year, National 4-H Week is celebrated during the second week of
October. Across the country, club members are encouraged to help other youth learn about the
opportunities that 4-H provides for young people. Please consider making posters to display at your school,
or in the community and tell others about 4-H. In addition, perform a community service project or think of
an even better way to promote 4-H. Do not forget to thank your club leaders as they invest many hours to
help you “make the best better” in your own 4-H work and efforts.
Harvest Festival! Sunday, October 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Talbot Ag Center, Hiner’s Lane, Easton is
hosting a harvest themed event to highlight traditional and modern agriculture practices and celebrate the
harvest season. The event includes educational activities, game booths, yummy food and much more.
Are you interested in becoming a University of Maryland Extension volunteer for 4-H? A training for
volunteers will take place on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 6:00 p.m. at the Caroline County Extension office, 9194
Legion Rd, Denton. Please call the 4-H office to register by Oct. 22 and let Ms. Sharon know you are
coming. This training is for any parents/adults wanting to learn more about how they can serve in a
volunteer position with 4-H.
Fall Fest: Martinak State Park, 137 Deep Shore Rd., Denton, will hold their annual fall celebration on
Saturday, Oct. 25 from noon until 4 p.m. This is another educational event that is worth your time and
support.
Yard and Craft Sale: Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tables are for rent at $10 each. Clubs can
have a table for free. Proceeds benefit the county 4-H program. Call Becky Boncella for more information
(410 714-0807.) She is in need of help with set up, Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. Let her know if you can
help please.
The Northeast Regional Volunteer Forum (November 21 – 23, 2014) will take place in College Park at the
University of Maryland Conference Center. Registration has been extended until September 30. This 4-H
leadership forum will have participants from 13 states. You can attend for all three days or only on
Saturday if you wish. Please let me know if any teens and or leaders are interested. Scholarship funds are
available. Go to www.mymaryland4hfoundation.com for details.
Maryland 4-H Foundation news: to support the NERVF conference an online auction is being held from
Nov.1-20 running through BiddingforGood.com. Donated items are appreciated. Check the web address
and consider bidding if you are interested.
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Congratulations to our Maryland State Fair participants: Paul Saathoff spent several days at the fair showing his beef
projects. He reported that he had a good experience. We were proud to walk through the Cow Palace and see our Caroline
County 4-H banner hanging there and knowing that Paul was doing a fine job of showing his heifers. Way to go Paul!
Gabrielle Parsley, Sandra Todd and Jarrett Keys participated in the state 4-H rabbit and cavy show. They reported that each
one earned numerous ribbons.
The following members entered numerous exhibits in the indoor divisions: William Blankenship, Hope Blankenship (Reserve
Champion- art: drawing), Julie Cesarini, Gabrielle Parsley (Champion- Home arts- quilt top), Samantha Garman, Jarrett Keys
(Champion- electricity: lamp exhibit), Tabitha Lednum, Cynthia Lednum, Emma Beaven, Anjelica Mercado, Caroline Saathoff,
Paul Saathoff, Sandra Todd, Jeremy Fisher, Connor Cochran and Quinn Cochran.
Gabrielle Parsley earned a champion rosette in the State 4-H Fashion Revue with her business professional –grey dress.
Have you always wanted to be a philatelist?
AKA…stamp collector!
A volunteer is willing to start a club focused on stamp collecting.
Anyone interested? Please contact the office at 410-479-4030.
University of Maryland – Caroline County
9194 Legion Road, Suite 4
Denton, MD 21629
Please save
½ gallon milk
cartons for a
craft project
for Christmas
In Caroline.