4-H
Newsletter
BALTIMORE COUNTY OFFICE
1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2
Cockeysville, Md 21030
(P) 410-771-1761
(F) 410-785-5950
Inside this Issue
February 2013
Club Achievement Night
Banner Contest
1
www.baltimorecounty.umd.edu
Announcing the BC 4-H
2013 Day Camp
1
Let’s Grow our 4-H
Program
1
Another Great Yyear at
Winter Workshop
2
BC 4-H Fair Dairy Steer
Show
2
Greater Loch Raven
4-H Club
2
Maryland 4-H Public
Speaking Contest Rules 3
Dramatic, Poetry, and
Humorous
Interpretations 4
UME Tractor Safety
Training for Youth
4
Join the Teen Council 5
Kudos
5
Did You Know They
Were In 4-H?
5
Exciting Opportunities
for 4-Hers
5
BC 4-H Livestock Sale
Scholarship
5
Baltimore County 4-H
Livestock Sale
5
Club Corner
6
MD 4-H Engineering
Camp Save the Date
6
Club Achievement Night Banner Contest
This year we are having our 5th annual Club Achievement
Event Banner Contest- We are asking that ALL CLUBS
create a club banner that represents
them! You can bring these banners to
Achievement Night on Sunday, March
24, 2013. This is not only a fun contest
to participate in but is an effort from our
Teen Council to increase club attendance
to Achievement Night.You can follow
the Baltimore County banner guidelines.
Please call the 4-H office for more details
on this exciting contest!
The Volunteer Association is sponsoring a Chinese Auction.
Please bring an item for placement in the Chinese
Auction. The committee would like the items brought
to the 4-H office prior to the evening. They can then
set up for Achievement Night. These donations could
be handmade items, 4H memorabilia, products for animal
care, etc. Tickets will be sold at the door. We will hold the Auction
interspersed throughout Achievement Night. Any questions, please
feel free to contact the 4-H office at 410-771-1761.
Announcing the BC 4-H 2013 Day Camp
Mark your calendars for this year’s
summer day camp.
It will be offered on June 24 -28
at Oregon Ridge Park.
Look for more details in the
upcoming newsletters.
GrowGrow
4-H Grow!
Let’s
our
4-H Program
The 4-H program is a great
way for youth to gain life
skills that will prepare them
to be successful adults.
Youth learn a variety of skills
including leadership, science,
citizenship and healthy
living. We want to reach at
least 2,000 young people
ages 5-18 with 4-H in 2012
through clubs, afterschool
programs, school enrichment
programs, camp, special
interest and individual study.
We challenge each club and
4-H program to increase
their reach in 2012! The club
with the highest increase in
enrollment in 2012 will be
recognized in a future county
newsletter. For promotional
ideas, please contact Nia
Fields at Nfields@umd.edu.
2,000
1,800
1,600
1,544
1,400
1,200
1,000
The 4-H Office in
Baltimore County will
be CLOSED on:
800
600
400
• February 18, 2013
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Local Governments U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating
The University of Maryland is equal opportunity. The University’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age,
national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans
With Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Director of Personnel/Human Relations, Office of the Dean, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Symons Hall, College Park, MD 20742
Maryland 4-H Public Speaking contest rules
1.The contest consists of four categories:
’’Prepared Speech
’’Extemporaneous
’’Radio Spot
’’Interpretations
Speeches are given by individuals, not teams.
2. Each of the above categories includes three age
groups:
’’Junior: 8-10
’’Intermediate: 11-13
’’Senior: 14-18
Ages are as of January 1st of the current year.
3. Time Limits:
Prepared: Juniors: 3 to 5 minutes, Intermediates and Seniors: 4
to 6 minutes;
Extemporaneous: Juniors and Intermediates: 2 to 3 minutes,
Seniors: 3 to 5 minutes;
Radio Spot: 30 seconds for all age groups.
Interpretations: Juniors - 1 ½ to 3 minutes,
Intermediates - 2 to 4 minutes, Seniors - 3 to 5 minutes;
Judges may deduct points for presentations not meeting or exceeding
time limits.
4.Visual aids, including posters, are not permitted.
Appropriate gestures are encouraged. For Dramatic
Interpretation, contestant may opt to sit for presentation.
Podium use is optional.
5. Prepared Speech contestants may speak on any topic.
It may be wise to discuss topics that could be considered
controversial with your 4-H leader or educator before the
contest. The speech may be written for a specific audience, such
as a 4-H club, PTA, or a Rotary Club. Note cards containing a key
word outline are permitted. Only juniors may use a complete
script. Memorization is not encouraged.
6. Extemporaneous speakers will draw three topics and
choose one topic to speak on. Juniors and Intermediates may
have up to 30 minutes and Seniors up to 15 minutes to prepare
their talk. Contestants may use one side of up to four, or both
sides of up to two, 5 x 8 inch note cards to their key word
outline. Extemporaneous speakers will be shown color time
cards at correctly timed intervals indicating
“30 SECONDS”, “1 MINUTE” AND “STOP”.
Baltimore County 4-H Public Speaking Contest
March 15, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in the Baltimore County Ag
Center, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030
Register by March 4, 2013
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7. Prepared Speech, Extemporaneous Speech and
Interpretations contestants should not introduce themselves
as part of their presentation. This will be done by an MC or
room Host/Hostess.
8. Radio spots should be exactly 30 seconds in length and
may include a musical or sound effect introduction and/or
background, but may not include a spoken introduction or “tag”
by anyone other than the contestant. If music or a sound effect
is used, the contestant must provide and operate the soundmaking device. The contestant will provide a complete
written script (including notations about music/sound effects)
to the timekeeper to aid in timing accuracy. Musical/sound
effect introductions and endings are considered a part of the
radio spot and must not cause the 30 second time limit to be
exceeded. The spot should relate to 4-H, be original and be
created by the contestant.
9. Interpretations: See back for more detailed information
10. Speaker can speak or interpret in language of their choice.
If using language other than spoken English, participant must
inform Extension Office before the event to ensure appropriate
judges.
11. Judges may ask questions of contestants in the
prepared, extemporaneous and interpretations categories
related to the topic. Due to time constraints, questioning should
be limited to two or three minutes per speaker. Questions will
not be asked in the radio spot category.
12. At the State Contest, a contestant may only compete in
one category. If a contestant wins more than one category at the
County Contest, they must choose which category to compete
in at the State Contest.
13. The champions from the county contest will be sent to the
State Contest that is held in April.
14. State Champions may not enter the same category and
age group a second time.
DRAMATIC, POETRY, AND HUMOROUS INTERPRETATIONS
Interpretations are to be memorized oral interpretation
or a selection of narrative in language of speaker’s choice.
Interpretations consist of three categories:
Dramatic Interpretation
a. Oral interpretation, memorized by the speaker or a
serious selection of narrative or dramatic literature. Monologues
are acceptable.
b. Mime – use your body to create an interpretation
c. Poetry Interpretation – a memorized oral interpretation
by the speaker.
d. Humorous Interpretation – a memorized oral
interpretation of a humorous selection by the speaker. Cuttings
may be taken from published plays or prose.
Rules:
1.Time limits:
a. Juniors & Intermediates: 2 to 3 minutes
b. Seniors: 3 to 5 minutes
2.Visual aides are not permitted. Appropriate gestures are
encouraged. For Dramatic interpretation, contestant may opt to
sit for presentation. Podium use is optional.
3. Contestants are to bring two (2) copies of the script
including reference. Language other than spoken English must be
translated.
4. Speaker can speak or interpret in language of their choice.
If using language other than spoken English, participant must
inform Extension Office before the event to ensure appropriate
judges.
5. At the State Contest, a contestant may only compete in
one category. If a contestant wins more than one category at the
County Contest, they must choose which category to compete
in at the State Contest.
6. The champions from the county contest will be sent to the
State Contest that is held in April.
State Champions may not enter the same category and age group a
second time.
UME Tractor Safety Training for Youth
The University of Maryland
Extension 4-H staff is planning
a weekend training, FridaySunday, March 15-17, 2013,
to provide certification for youth
wanting to work on a farm.Youth
must be between the ages of 14
to 16 to take this training.
Participants will stay at the
Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park
in Centreville, Maryland and will
have off site visits to local Tractor
Dealers.
The weekend training will cost
$30. The registration fee and application will be due to the
Queen Anne’s County Extension office by February 15.
Registration forms must be completed and returned
to the Queen Anne’s County Extension Office, 505
Railroad Ave. Suite 4, Centreville, MD 21617 by
February 15, 2013. Contact Chris Johnston cjohnstn@umd.
edu or 410 758-0166 for a registration form. Forms may also
be downloaded from our web site www.queenannes.umd.edu
“if you need assistance to participate in a 4-H activity, please contact the University of
Maryland Extension at 410-771-1761 at least two weeks prior to the activity date.”
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4-H PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST REGISTRATION FORM
Due to the 4-H Office Friday, March 4, 2013
The 4-H Public Speaking Contest will be held Friday, March 15, 2013 at the New Baltimore County Ag
Center, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030, 410-771-1761 beginning at 6:30 pm.
NAME_____________________________________________ PHONE #______________________
STREET ADDRESS__________________________________________________________________
CITY_________________________________________ STATE ____________ ZIP______________
CLUB ___________________________________________________________________________
AGE (As of January 1, 2013) ____________________
AGE DIVISION – CIRCLE ONE:
Clover (5-7)
Junior (8-10)
Intermediate (11-13)
Senior (14-18)
Please check below what areas you will be participating in:
 Prepared Speech – Please list your title so we can print it in the program.
Title:_______________________________________________________________________
 Extemporaneous Speech
 Radio/Public Announcements
 Dramatic Interpretation
 Poetry Interpretation
 Humorous Interpretation
 Pledge Communication Contest (For Juniors only)
 Clover Show and Tell
Clovers will receive participation ribbons only. They will not be judged.
You must be on the Baltimore County 4-H roll as of 2/1/13 in order to participate in the
Public Speaking Contest.
The University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all citizens and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age,
sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information,
political affiliation, and gender identity or expression.
Another great year at Winter Workshop
BC 4-H Fair Dairy Steer Show
Greater Loch Raven 4-H Club
New Class
There will be a new class for the 2013 Baltimore
County 4-H Fair Dairy Steer Show for Feeder
Steers born January 1, 2013 – April 30, 2013.
Steers in this class must be tagged and weighed at the May 11th
weigh in event.You need to call the county 4-H office by April 1,
2013 to register your intent to show Feeder Dairy Steers.
Feeder Dairy Steer – under 600 lbs, Born between 1/1/2013
& 4/30/2013 (Tagged May 11, 2013)
Feeder Dairy Steer – 600 to 999 lbs, Born on or after January
1, 2012 (Tagged January 5, 2013)
Market Dairy Steer – 1000 to 1500 lbs, Born on or after
January 1, 2012 (Tagged January 5, 2013)
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The new Greater Loch Raven club learned skills in robotics
during a recent club meeting.
Agricultural
Sc ie nce
S eries
The Baltimore County 4-H Program is
committed to educating 4-Hers and the
general public about the importance of
Agriculture. We have created a series
of Ag and Animal Science based workshops for 4-H and non
(future) 4-Hers.
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Did you know they were in 4-H?
Meet Jeff Herath, a Virginia 4-H alum
and NASA engineer who developed
the RTIMS technology for the Mars
Curiosity rover.
We hope to see you there! To register for this session, please
call the 4-H office at 410-771-1761. Sessions will be held at the
Ag Center/4-H Office at 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD
21030. All classes will be from 1pm – 5pm.
The next sessions are:
February 23, 2013
March 9, 2013
Fibers Workshop
Intro to livestock judging and
selecting a project animal
Learn about
fiber animals
Livestock judging is a process
including sheep
of evaluating, selecting, and
and alpacas and
placing various livestock
learn about spinning,
species. Come and learn just
felting, and dyeing fibers.
what you need to do.
Meet Lynn Sakutori
and a Hawaii 4-H
alumna who became
a successful fashion
designer and
entrepreneur because
of 4-H.
Join the Teen Council
Join a group of Baltimore County teens and gain
leadership skills, meet new people and help
plan a county wide 4-H event. Our next
meeting is March 20, 2013 at
6:30 pm. If you’re interested in
learning more about the council,
please contact Nia Imani Fields at
TEEN COUNCIL
410-771-1761 or Nfields@umd.edu
Kudos
We are proud to announce that Leo Wolff, Jr.
was awarded the Maryland 4-H Hall of Fame
award. This is the top award in Maryland 4-H.
Leo started as a 4-H member when he was 8
years old, and hasn’t stopped since. A leader in
both Baltimore County and several Maryland
state positions, Leo has served as a leader for
54 years! The annual Baltimore County 4-H Fair
began 48 years ago, and Leo has been engaged in
it since its inception as a leader, board member,
and department superintendent. Leo volunteers
for the job that needs to be done and that most
people don’t want to do!
In addition to Leo’s award, several of our youth
received awards or honors during the Maryland
4-H Gala for their efforts this past year.
Level 5 Emerald Clovers
Horse Judging Team
Award
Bethany Gillett
David Thomas
Horse Bowl Team
JoAnn Weichseldorfer
Shannon Fielder
Bethany Gillett
Dana Levin
Ashley Blum
Engineering Science
National 4-H
Congress Team
& Leadership
Challenge Team
Jennifer Coroneos
Dwayne Murphy
National 4-H Congress
Ashley Blum
exciting opportunities For 4-Hers
The Maryland 4-H program
has a lot of exciting
opportunities that Baltimore
County can participate in.
To the right you will find
various MD 4-H contests
and workshops. If you are
interested in leading or joining
a county team, please contact
the 4-H office.
Livestock Skillathon*
March 2
Triple Crown Horse
Contest Weekend
April 20-21
Dairy Bowl practice is every
Wednesday 7pm at Yanett
Fiedler’s house. If you are
interested please contact
Yanett at 443-491-3253.
BC 4-H Livestock Sale Scholarship
The 4-H Livestock Committee is accepting applications for the
2013 Livestock Scholarship. Up to two $1,000 scholarship will
be awarded at the Baltimore 4-H Livestock Sale. Applications
are due May 1, 2013.
The new criteria, eligibility
requirements and application
can be found at the Livestock
Sale Web Page www.bc4hlivestocksalemd.webs.com
If anyone is unable to access this information, please contact
casellman@verizon.net or 410-655-0042
Baltimore County 4-H Livestock Sale
Market livestock exhibitors who plan to sell an animal at the
2013 Baltimore County 4-H Livestock Sale should be actively
pursuing potential buyers. The Livestock Sale website at
www.bc4hlivestocksalemd.webs.com provides valuable
information on how to contact buyers, several different ways
buyers can bid and an invitation letter to the sale. Exhibitors
can refer potential buyers to this website for information on
how the sale works.
If exhibitors have questions or need additional information,
contact the Sale Committee at casellman@verizon.net.
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It’s that time again! We are preparing
for our annual Achievement Event where
we recognize the achievements of our
4-Hers and contributions of our dedicated
volunteers. This will be an exciting year
with the 5th annual Club Banner contest,
3rd annual Club Attendance Awards, 4-Her
presentations, finger foods and awards!
Dig
It!
Finger Foods and Refreshments
served: 3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Program begins promptly at: 3:45 p.m.
2013 Baltimore
4-H
County
ACHIEVEMENT
EVENT
In order to make this evening a success,
we are asking for a $5.00 donation from
each family in attendance. In order for us
to plan appropriately, we are asking that
RSVP forms and donations be returned
to the office by March 21, 2013.
Call the office for more
details 410-771-1761.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Oregon Ridge Park
13555 Beaver Dam Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
Dig
It!
Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Programs.
2013 Achievement Event RSVP and Donation Form
Please make checks payable to BCEAC and send to
Baltimore County 4-H, 1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2, Cockeysville, MD 21030.
I would like to RSVP for the following number of guests to attend the Baltimore County 4-H Achievement Night:
_________________ 4-Hers
_______________ Adults
Club/program:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Name: _______________________________________________________Contact Number: _____________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Donation Enclosed: $_________________
4-H Afterschool:
Agricultural Science Program:
ÊÊ Continue to grow
the Baltimore
County 4-H after
school program.
Continue to seek
interns utilizing
local College
students to
provide leadership
within our after
school programs.
ÊÊOffer a series of Agricultural science
workshops. Topics include:
ÊÊ Livestock feeding
ÊÊ Fiber
ÊÊ Livestock showmanship
ÊÊ Meats (identification / judging
/ cooking)
ÊÊPlan field trips to places of interest
ÊÊIncrease use of the Maryland
AGsploration curriculum
ÊÊFarm safety / tractor safety classes
ÊÊ Partner with
BCPS to offer 4-H after school club
programs.
ÊÊ Continue to partner with BCPL, PAL
and local community organizations.
Entrepreneurship and
Workforce Readiness:
ÊÊ Continue to offer Entrepreneurship
and Workforce Readiness trainings
led by the youth/adult training team
(statewide initiative)
SET (Science, Engineering
and Technology):
ÊÊ Promote mechanical engineering
projects in the county and statewide
ÊÊ Expand the reach of our Adobe Youth
Voices project
ÊÊ Work with volunteers
to establish a
robotics club /
team
Teen Council:
ÊÊ Continue to offer leadership
opportunities to teen council
members
ÊÊ Increase community service
involvement in the county
ÊÊ Provide advisory opportunities for our
Teen Council members
A 4-H Standout
4-H Youth are more likely to
pursue future careers in science,
engineering and technology.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Nia Imani Fields,
Extension Educator,
4-H Youth Development,
nfields@umd.edu
410.771.1761
Dwyane Murphy,
Extension Assistant Educator,
4-H Youth Development,
dmurphy2@umd.edu
410.771.1761
University of Maryland Extension
programs are open to all citizens
without regard to race, color, gender,
disability, religion, age, sexual
orientation, marital or parental status,
or national origin.
2012 Annual Update &
2013 Program Goals
The Maryland 4-H Youth Development
Program provides a supportive setting
for youth to reach their fullest potential.
Children learn beneficial cognitive and
life skills through community-focused,
research-based, experiential educational
programs. Participation is open to
all youth ages 5-18 who reside in
Baltimore County. The Clover Program
is open to ages 5-7 years and the 4-H
Program is targeted toward 8-18 year
old participants.
4-H has an over 100 year tradition
of voluntary action through strong
public-private partnerships at federal,
state and community levels. Local
volunteer leaders partner with Baltimore
County Extension staff to provide direct
leadership and educational support to
young people in urban, suburban, and
rural communities.
University of Maryland Extension
Baltimore County Office
1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2
Cockeysville, Md 21030
www.baltimorecounty.umd.edu
4-H youth develop relationships
that inspire people to voluntarily
help themselves and others as they
interact with caring adults and peers.
4-H Program areas include:
• Environmental Science
•P
lant Sciences; Family Consumerism;
Nutrition, Health and Fitness
• Personal Development and Training
• Animal Projects
• 4-H Club and Volunteer Development
Highlights from the 2012 4-H program:
ÊÊ Program Update: 22 clubs,
1 special interest group,
12 after school programs, 3 school
enrichment programs, 241 volunteers,
and 1,544 club and program members.
ÊÊ Winter workshop was a success with 8
hands-on classes and 47 youth and adult
participants
ÊÊ Trained 25 new volunteers in 2012
repair, tractor driving, welding and electrical
safety. Along with these “hard” skills
participants also learned to work as part
of team to solve engineering problems in
a creative way. The development of these
critical thinking skills will give participants
an advantage in today’s job market.
Participants were able to explore various
engineering career options and research
the educational requirements for each.
ÊÊ 5th year of the Teen Council. The council
ÊÊ Baltimore County received a $13,000
sponsored the Youth Activity Corner at
g rant to lead a science mentorship after
the county fair. Council
school and a camp program at Sweet
members, engaged in
Potato Kids in Randallstown.
community service with
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Ê
Nearly 300 4-H youth and adult volunteers
their adopted a highway
exhibited projects or volunteered during
on Shawan Road. They
the county fair. 665 youth and adults
also demonstrated
participated in the youth led fair and
leadership and
Agroland educational tour program.
facilitation skills while
leading a music instrument session at the ÊÊ Baltimore County was represented at the
state level for:
Winter Workshop.
ÊÊ The 5th continuous year of Baltimore
County 4-H Day Camp. 29 full time
campers, 8 clovers, 8 counselors
in training, 13 counselors & 5 adult
volunteers.
Horse Bowl
Horse Judging
Large Tractor Driving contest
Lawn Tractor contest
Rifle/ Small bore match
Fashion Revue
And various other state fair
opportunities
ÊÊThrough group activities campers
learned valuable teamwork /
interpersonal skills. Campers spent
many hours hiking and exploring the
ÊÊ 31 4-Hers, Clovers, volunteers and parents
natural setting, research has shown
were in attendance at the Public Speaking
that this type of outdoor activity
program. Youth enhanced public speaking
leads to a stronger awareness of
skills through formal speeches and
environmental issues. Physical activity
questions and answers from judges.
during camp promotes a healthy active
lifestyle.
ÊÊCounselors developed skills in event
planning, risk management, and
work ethics throughout the process of
planning and running the 5 day camp.
Counselors displayed leadership skills
through teaching classes, leading small
groups of campers, and modeling
teamwork.
ÊÊ Baltimore County co-hosted our 3rd
annual engineering camp in April for 50
youth ages 11 – 18 from 16 counties.
Participants learned basic skills in engine
A 4-H Standout
National 4-H research shows
that 4-H youth are more likely to
report better grades, higher levels
of academic competence and an
elevated level of engagement in
school.
2013 Annual Goals:
General 4-H Goals:
ÊÊ Through outreach and increased
programming, we will continue to
sustain, increase and diversify our
Membership base. Our goal is to
better share the value
of Baltimore County 4-H
with the community and
have our 4-H program
better reflect the diverse
communities within
Baltimore County.
Our goal is to reach
2,600 youth in 2013.
ÊÊ A continuing goal is to support,
increase and diversify the Volunteer
base. We plan to add informative
presentations during the Volunteer
Association meetings to help us
retain quality volunteers and better
understand how we can grow as
a County. We plan to have a base
of 230 volunteers in 2013.
ÊÊ Continue to enhance our web
site, Facebook page, marketing
material and fundraise to grow and
better promote 4-H programs and
opportunities. Like us on Facebook
at Baltimore County 4-H or find
us on the web at
www.baltimorecounty.umd.edu .
ÊÊ Continue to grow
our clubs, the
Baltimore County
Teen Council
and our Science,
Engineering
and Technology
programs.
ÊÊ Enhance training opportunities for
volunteers and club leaders.
ÊÊ Offer 4-H shotgun project to Baltimore
County 4-H members through the
Harford County shooting sports club
ÊÊ Partner with our neighboring counties
to offer additional regional 4-H
opportunities including livestock
judging.
A 4-H Standout
An increase in volunteerism
and leadership is associated
with stronger communities,
measurable health benefits and
civic engagement.
4-H Clubs:
ÊÊ Continue to provide annual
club leader trainings to
enhance youth development
and 4-H policy knowledge.
ÊÊ Provide officer, record book
and other leadership training
opportunities for members.
ÊÊ Offer opportunity for local
clubs to virtually meet with
our international clubs.
International 4-H Clubs:
ÊÊ Baltimore County 4-H continue the
partnership with 2 international
clubs at Navy Bases in Naples and
Sigonella, Italy.
A 4-H Standout
Nia Fields,
4-H Educator
traveled to
Serbia along
with USDA/
FAS to deliver
a 4-H 101 training to Serbian
Extension professionals and the
Ministry of Education.
February
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Books,
1 Record
Senior Portfolios
2
7 Volunteer
Association
8
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and Award
Nominations
Due
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5
6
Meeting at
7:30 pm
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17
Day
18 President’s
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4-H Office Closed
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21
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g Science series
23 AFibers
Workshop
1-5 pm at the
4-H Office
4-H Day in
Annapolis
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25
26
27
28
Fair Board and
Association
Meeting
7:30 p.m. in the
Museum Building at the
Fairgrounds
March
Sun
3
Mon
4
Tues
5
Wed
6
Thu
7
Fri
Sat
1
2
8
Science class
9 Aong Judging
L
ivestock
Skill a Thon
Livestock
1-5 pm at the
4-H Office
10
11
12
13
Speaking
ME Volunteer
14 UTraining
15 Public
16
Contest
6:30—8:00 p.m.
UME Ag Center
6:30 pm at the
4-H Office
17
24 Achievement
Night
pm
31 3:00
Oregon Ridge
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25
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26
20
27
een Council
T
Meeting
6:30 pm at the
4-H Office
Fair Board
21
Meeting
22
23
28
29
30
7:30 p.m. in the
Museum Building at the
Fairgrounds
April
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
to show
1 Intent
swine, lamb,
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3
4
5
4-H
6 National
Conference
4-H
8 National
Conference
4-H
9 National
Conference
4-H
10 National
Conference
4-H
11 National
Conference
12
Science
13 Animal
Workshop
Bowl
14 Dairy
UMD- Animal
15
16
17
18
19
21 Engineering
Camp
22
28
29
goats, commercial
beef, heifers
and commercial
breeding sheep
7
National 4-H
Conference
“Making Salad
Boxes”
1 - 5 pm in the
4-H office
Sciences Bldg,
College Park, MD
23
24
Fair Board &
25
Association
Rock State Park
Horsebowl
Contest UMD- Plant
Sciences Bldg, College
Park, MD
Horsebowl Contest
UMD- Plant Sciences
Bldg, College Park, MD
The Maryland 4-H
Skill-a-thon
Engineering
Camp
Rock State Park
26
20 Engineering
Camp
Rock State Park
Horsebowl
Contest UMD- Plant
Sciences Bldg, College
Park, MD
D Day
27 M
University of MD
College Park
State 4-H Public
Speaking Contest
Meeting
7:30 p.m. in the
New Building at the
Fairgrounds
30
May
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thu
1 Member
enrollment
2 Volunteer
Association
3
Sheep & Wool
4 MD
Festival 5/5-5/6
8
9
10
swine,
11 Tagging
lamb, goats,
deadline to show in
County Fair
Swine, lamb, goats, commercial beef
heifers, commercial breeding sheep
ownership deadline
Sheep & Wool
5 MD
6
Festival 5/7-5/8
7
Fri
Meeting
7:30 pm at the
Ag Ctr./4-H Office
Sat
commercial
beef heifers,
commercial
breeding sheep
Sheep & Wool
Skillathon
12
13
14
15
16
17
Fair,
18 Wills
Howard County
19
20
21
22
Fair Board
23
Meeting
24
25
30
31
7:30 p.m. in the
New Building at the
Fairgrounds
26
Day
27 Memorial
4-H Office Closed 28
29
The Smith family
1234 any road
any town, MD 21234
Cockeysville, Md 21030
1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2
BALTIMORE COUNTY OFFICE
CLUB CORNER
Maryland 4-H
Engineering
4-H
Camp Maryland
Engineering Camp
Fair Board and Association:
All meetings are held at the New Building at the MD
Fairgrounds at 7:30 pm February 28 FB & A
mandatory for superintendents, March 21 FB,
April 25 FB & A, May 23 FB, June 20 FB & A, July 18
evaluation meeting will be April
19 – 21 at the
Harford County
4-H Campgrounds.
Registration will
open in February.
University of Maryland Extension
4-H Volunteer Training:
This is for New UME 4-H Volunteers the Webinar is
2 hrs.
A volunteer must have completed all UME Volunteer
paperwork before attending the training. Please call
410-771-1761 to register.
4-H Volunteer Association Meetings
May 2, 2013 @ 7:30 pm
Annual Club leader/volunteer training
September 15, 2013 10 am – 3 pm
4-H Staff
Nia Imani Fields 4-H Extension Educator
nfields@umd.edu
Dwayne Murphy Extension Assistant Educator
dmurphy2@umd.edu
Wendy Dilworth Administrative Assistant wendydil@umd.edu Kriss Cocoros Administrative Assistant kcocoros@umd.edu Trish Moore
Graphic
Designer
pmoore@umd.edu