Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Frederick County Agriculture Week at the Mall The Frederick County Agriculture Week will be held on February 15-20, 2016 at the Francis Scott Key Mall in Frederick, Maryland with the theme of #Frederick County’s Ag Story. Many displays and events are being planned for this year and changes have been made to the schedule and times of events. If you have any questions concerning Frederick County Ag Week or your business or organization would like to place a display at the mall, please contact Ted Albaugh at 240-446-3054 or at dayslandacres1@comcast.net or Ronald Murphy at 301-788-3847 or at rwm186@hotmail.com Exhibits may be set up on Sunday, February 14, 2016 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Activities currently planned are: Coloring contest – A coloring picture and entry form will be printed in the Frederick News Post prior to Ag Week and the Frederick County 4-H website https://extension.umd.edu/ events/mon-2016-02-15-0000-2016 -ag-week-mall . Coloring picture entries will be accepted on Monday, February 15, 2016 and Tuesday, February 16, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the 4-H Display (near Dairy Queen) and judging will take place on Wednesday. The pictures will be displayed throughout the week. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each category. Categories are: novice (3 years and under); Juniors (4 years-7 years); and Youth (8 years – 12 years) and Adult (13100+). Also, the Frederick County 4-H Royalty will be conducting a “hat drive” for local cancer patients at the FSK Mall. A collection bin will be located at the 4-H booths (near Dairy Queen). Please bring any new hats, any style and size and place in the collection bin during Ag Week. A collection bin will also be placed at the Extension Office at 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick, Maryland. Monday, February 15, 2016 – Ice Cream Making Contest – Registration will begin from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the entrance near DSW Shoes and churning will begin at 6:30 p.m. Groups will need to supply their own hand crank freezer (which is in good condition and the mix is placed in a food grade, cleanable container inside the “bucket”), floor covering, supplies, (no eggs to be used in recipe), salt, ice, etc., along with a copy of the ice cream recipe for the judging. Supplies should be purchased immediately prior to the event and transported to the event site in a cooler. Space also will be limited, (so individuals may have to take turns churning for their group). Those teams participating will also need to supply ice cream for those in attendance and will be required to clean up their area after churning. If teams do not supply ice cream for public consumption, the team will be disqualified. The Frederick County Dairy Princess and Dairy Maids, and the Frederick County 4-H Royalty will be assisting with the ice cream churning and distribution. Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. For further information or questions, please visit the Frederick County Health Department’s website, Food Control Division. If inclement weather occurs or the FSK Mall is closed on Monday evening, the ice cream churning will be held on Thursday, February 18th. Continued on page 2 Inside this issue: Ag Week, Achievement Night, BSS 2 Mt. Todd, Ms. Doniells, Bunny Basics, Model Horse Show 3 Deadlines, Goat Getaway, Dairy Bowl 4 Fair Info., Elite East, Email List, QA 5 Broiler Chick Project 6 Camp, Record Book Judges, Scholarships, Healthy Lifestyles, Horticulture Program 7 Fashion Revue, Communications, 4-H Mall 8 Club News 9-12 UME Volunteers, All Stars, Camp Community Service Schedule 13 Canning Classes 14 UME Volunteer Info., Calendar 15 Maryland Day 2016 Saturday, April 30th University of Maryland College Park, MD marylandday.umd.edu Frederick County 4-H Office 330 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 301-600-1589 Jennie Schiazzi schiazzi@umd.edu Frederick County Website Page 2 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Ag Week continued from page 1 Tuesday, February 16, 2016 – The annual Marcie Becker Cake and Pie Contest and Auction will be held near center court. Please bring your cake or pie (with the recipe) to the center court at 6:00-6:30 p.m. No baked goods that may promote rapid growth of bacteria may be entered, including cream pies, cream or meat filled pastries, custards and custard pies, pumpkin, meringue, mousse, ganache, curd, cream cheese icing, cheesecake or traditional butter cream icing will be allowed. Also, cakes and/or pies may not be decorated or garnished with fresh fruit or vegetables. An auction of all baked items will start at 7:30 p.m. John Roop of Roop Auction Service will serve as the auctioneer that evening. Please plan to attend and purchase a delicious cake or pie to support Ag Week at the Mall. For further information or questions regarding bake sale guidelines, please visit the Frederick County Health Department’s website, Food Control Division. Also, the Farm Family of the Year (Mehrl Mayne Family); the Ag Advocate of the Year (Denny Remsburg) and the Agri-Business of the Year (H.C. Summers) will be recognized prior to the cake sale. If inclement weather occurs, or FSK Mall is closed, the contest and auction will be held on February 17, 2016. The Frederick County Dairy Princess Committee will be constructing a Giant Ice Cream Sundae that evening at Center Court at 7:30 pm. The Maryland State Dairy Princess, Frederick County Dairy Princess and Dairy Maids will be assisting with the construction of the sundae. On Saturday, February 20, 2016 - the Frederick County Sheep Breeders Association will be having demonstrations from 1:00-5:00 p.m. and the Frederick County 4-H Entomology Club will be having a display of insects between 12:00-3:00 p.m. A demonstration by Scales and Tails will be presented at 6:00 p.m. near the center court and the annual Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull will be held at 7:00 p.m. in front of the DSW store, with registration beginning at 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Many agriculture organizations and businesses will be having displays during Ag Week at the Mall and can display old scrapbooks, etc. Donations from the fountain at center court during Ag Week at the Mall will go towards expenses of the Frederick County Ag Week at the Mall. All displays and exhibits must be entered between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 14, 2016, unless prior approval of the Ag Week Committee is received; any organizations bringing machinery should check with the Ag Week Thursday, February 18, 2016 – The Frederick County 4-H Committee on times and all exhibits MUST remain until Robotics Club (Robo Rangers) will be conducting various 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2016. No machinery demonstrations and building events at center stage from exhibits will be removed until after the mall closes on Sat4:30-9:00 p.m. The 4-H Tailwaggers 4-H Club will be availa- urday, February 20, 2016. Exhibits must be picked up by ble with their dogs to do a demo in front of DSW store from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 20 or they will be consid6 – 8 pm. ered abandoned and removed from the property; all machinery exhibits must have plastic on the floor under the oil Friday, February 19, 2016 – The Roy Porter Memorial pan, and cardboard or carpet under the tires and jack. NO Log Sawing Contest will tentatively be held at 7:00 p.m. STEEL WHEELS; booths and exhibits should be kept neat Registration will begin at 6:30 p.m. Contestants will be and clean all week. The Chairman of each activity must judged on the best time and will be limited to a FFA boys make sure activities are cleaned up; no vehicles will be alteam and FFA girls team from each FFA Chapter in Frederlowed in the mall unless approved by the Ag Week Comick County. A monetary prize will be awarded to the FFA mittee and raffles must be approved by the Ag Week ComChapter for the winning boys team and the winning girls mittee and proper permits obtained. team. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 – Mike Dickson of the Seeds of Life Nurseries will host various demonstrations and events at center court from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Beef, Sheep & Swine Meetings All meetings will be held at the 4-H Camp and Activity Center starting at 7:00 pm. Tuesday, February 16th March 24th April 13th May 11 (snow date) BSS Sale Committee Meeting Thursday, May 19th 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office in the small conference room. Achievement Night Frederick County 4-H Achievement Night will be held on Tuesday, April 12th at the 4-H Camp and Activities Center. This year we will recognize Diamond Clover award recipients, Blue Ribbon and Top Project Record Books, Outstanding 4-Hers and UME Volunteer Service award recipients. Doors open at 6 p.m. for refreshments; program begins at 6:30 p.m. Any awards not received by the recipient at Achievement Night will be taken back to the 4-H Office and given to the Club Leader to disburse. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 3 News from Mr. Todd What an adventure I have had over my first few months of working for 4-H in Frederick County. From visiting several club meetings to attending the steer weigh-in, I have been overwhelmed by the generosity and welcoming individuals I have met along the way. I have learned so much already and feel lucky to be a part of this great program. Some of the highlights for me in my first three months have been getting the chance to meet our club leaders at my first leaders meeting, working with the Royalty to plan some events and coordinate different charity drives and attending the Volunteer Forum in Ocean City, MD. Looking ahead, I am eager to start working more with you all as plans start to come together. A few opportunities that I am looking forward to is offering workshops to our volunteers to assist in the great work that they do for Frederick County 4-H, as well as re-establish the youth council to offer leadership development opportunities to those who participate. Additionally, I am thrilled about the planning and preparation that is going into providing a dynamic camp this summer. We have a host of enthusiastic counselors that will begin training very soon and I am beyond excited to be a part of this experience. On a personal note, I am happy to announce that our daughter Eloise Harper McKinney arrived on January 26th. We are so happy with our new addition and ecstatic that we will be able to raise her alongside this inclusive 4-H community. Meeting Dates Club Leaders Spring Meeting Wednesday, March 23rd 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office, includes dinner Building/Livestock Superintendents Meeting – Wednesday, May 25th 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office, includes dinner A Note from Ms. Donielle Where did the last month go? Frederick County 4-H is off to a busy start for 2016. Ag Week is just around the corner and Livestock Skillathon practices are well underway with over 22 youth participants. A special thank you to Nell’s Meats in Littlestown, PA for allowing our group to tour the facility and learn about the different cuts of meat. During the month of January I was fortunate to be able to visit with four 4-H clubs. Each of your clubs are doing amazing work in your communities and have some awesome presenters. I am super excited for the next 4 months and all the club visits we have lined up to visit. Another exciting piece as we enter the spring months is our school 4-H program, a partnership with the Maryland Agriculture Education Foundation. Ms. BreAnn and I have been preparing for our 4-H classes to begin in March. We hope to be able to join many of you in your classrooms for our spring Ag Literacy program focused on Farm to Table, and whole grain nutrition. We are also up to our ears in Record Books! Thank you for the time and effort put forth in completing your 4-H record book. We will be reviewing each book and providing suggestions and comments to help you document your 4-H experiences in the coming years. We hope you are able to join us at the County Achievement Night when we will honor our record book award winners. As you start your 2016 4-H project year be adventurous, try new projects and meet new people. There are so many opportunities available to each of you in the 4-H program. And remember, “You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” –A.A. Miline Bunny Basics Have you toyed with the idea of having a rabbit project in 4-H? Are you signing up for the first time this year? Then, plan to attend Bunny Basics on Saturday, April 2nd from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. to learn all about this "hare-raising" project. Topics to be covered include: choosing a breed, preparing for your rabbit, purchasing your rabbit, caring for your rabbit and rabbits at the Great Frederick Fair. We will end with participants having time to pet and handle some breeds of rabbits. Workshop is limited to 30 participants. To register, email Deb Spurrier at dvltrt@aol.com by Monday, March 28th. 2016 Howard County 4-H Model Horse Show The model horse show is one where youth can enter their model horse(s) in a variety of classes. Collecting and showing model horses is both interesting and informative. 4-H horse lovers of all ages will enjoy participating in the show. It is especially a wonderful learning experience for 4-H'ers who do not have horses or for 4-H'ers who, because of health reasons, cannot physically work around live horses. The 2016 Howard County 4-H Model Horse Show is scheduled for Sunday, February 28th at the Howard County Fairgrounds starting at 11:00 a.m. You DO NOT need to be enrolled in the horse project to participate. Please see the link below for additional information. http://extension.umd.edu/howard-county/4 -h-youth-development/model-horse-show The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 4 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Upcoming Deadlines/Events Goat registration forms are due to the 4-H Office by Friday, May 20th Sheep/Swine registration forms are due to the 4-H Office by Friday, May 27th Poultry, Rabbit & Cavy registration forms are due to the 4-H Office by Wednesday, June 1st ——————————— Sheep Weigh-in: Monday, June 6th (details to be shared at the Apr BSS meeting) Swine Weigh-in: Saturday, June 4th (details to be shared at the Apr BSS meeting) Market Goat Weigh-in: Saturday, May 28th at 8:00 a.m. ——————————— Beef Workshop: Saturday, April 23rd 9 :00 a.m.-12:oo p.m. at the Frederick Fairgrounds bldg. 18 Dairy and Meat Goat Workshops: Saturday, May 28th 10:00 a.m. at the Frederick Fairgrounds Sheep Workshop: TBD Swine Workshop: Saturday, April 16th 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the Frederick Fairgrounds bldg.14 ——————————— Alpaca, Dog & Horse ID cards are due to the 4-H Office by Wednesday, June 1st Breeding & Performance leases (along with the Statement of Understanding) due Friday, July 1st unless attending Wills Fair then they are due May 2nd to the 4-H Office Interested in dairy cattle and/or the dairy industry? Dairy Bowl practice will begin February 21st 7-9pm at (NEW LOCATION) Walkersville Community Church 207 Braeburn Dr, Walkersville. Club Leaders: Fair Eligibility forms due to the 4-H Office by Wednesday, June 1st. Have fun learning about the dairy industry while preparing for the state contest held April 16th. For directions or more information contact: Cindy Rhoderick - waylufarm@aol.com or 240-367-7619 To have the Goat Getaway packed emailed to you contact lstrong@umd.edu Dairy Bowl The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 5 It's Time to Sign Up for Wills Fair !!! http://extension.umd.edu/howard-county/4-h-youth-development/wills-fair The show is May 21, 2016 at the Howard County Fairgrounds. Entries are due by April 22, 2016 to the Carroll County Office. 2015 Maryland State Fair 2016 Great Frederick Fair August 26th to September 5th September 16th - 24th Join the MD 4-H Animal Science Email List Do you want to keep up to date with MD 4-H Animal Science Program activities and events? We have several email lists established for volunteers affiliated with the 4-H Animal Science Programs. The list will be monitored to prevent unrelated viruses and emails from being distributed. 4-H Horse Volunteers, 4-H Dog Volunteers, 4-H Poultry Volunteers, 4-H Livestock Volunteers. To join a list, email your request to Chris Anderson canders2@umd.edu with your name, county and email address. Animal Husbandry & Quality Assurance All Maryland 4-H members enrolled in alpacas, beef, dairy, goats, horse and pony, poultry, sheep, swine and rabbits are required to complete the Maryland 4-H On-Line Animal Husbandry & Quality Assurance (AH&QA) Program. This program is offered to help youth who participate in 4-H animal projects in Maryland learn about the importance of caring for, grooming and showing their animals in safe and ethical ways. More information to come when the website is up and running. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 6 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 7 Healthy Lifestyles Camp 2016 Day Camp: July 11th - 15th Day and Residential Camp: July 18th - 22nd https://extension.umd.edu/frederick-county/4h-youthdevelopment/camp Register Now! Mark your Calendar for the 2016 Healthy Lifestyles Workshop! 4-H'ers of all ages are welcome. The topics have not all been finalized, but will follow in the tradition of bringing you the latest trends in fitness, nutrition and healthy living. Healthy Lifestyles Workshop- Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Montgomery County Extension Office. Register online before April 4 (registration will be made available in February). If you don’t want to register online, you can call Mike Laudwein at 301-5902824, but please don't just leave a message because he needs to ask you questions. https://extension.umd.edu/montgomerycounty/healthy-lifestyles-workshop Healthy Lifestyles & Visual Presentations Contests- Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Montgomery County Extension Office. Are you interested in serving as a camp counselor for This is a Central Maryland 4-H event (Montgomery, Frederick, & summer 2016? Applications are now being accepted for Howard Counties) you may compete in both. More information teens interested in serving as a 2016 Camp Counselor. Training begins Sunday, February 28th at 1:00 p.m. at the to come. https://extension.umd.edu/montgomery-county/ healthy-lifestyles-visual-presentation-contests Frederick Extension Office, bring your application with you! No experience needed, just an enthusiastic attitude. https://extension.umd.edu/sites/default/files/_docs/ Exciting New Horticulture Program Camp%20Counselor%20Application%202016_0.pdf ‘Make It Take It’ projects for any 4-H or FFA member of Frederick County; click on the link below or on the 4-H website. Projects are as follows: Camp Counselors Needed Record Book Judges Needed Volunteers interested in helping judge record books should email BreAnn breann@umd.edu. General Record Book Judging will be Saturday, February 27th. An orientation will be provided from 9 – 9:30 a.m. and judging will follow until 3 p.m. Lunch is provided for judges, and individuals can judge for either the morning / afternoon or both. Scrapbook using grocery bags February 16, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E094AADAE2CA75-february 4-H Scholarships Pressing Flowers/Leaves October 18, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E094AADAE2CA75-october Be sure to check our webpage for updated information about upcoming scholarship due dates and application forms. http://extension.umd.edu/frederick-county/4hyouth-development/awards-and-scholarships Frederick County scholarships are due Friday, March 4th by 4:00 p.m. to the 4-H Office. Beef, Sheep and Swine scholarships are due Friday, March 4th by 4:00 p.m. to the 4-H Office. There will be two $500 Camp Center scholarships awarded. Applications are to be postmarked by March 1st and mailed to Jen Martin. The Darren S. Kennedy Scholarship is due April 30, 2016. MD 4-H Foundation scholarship applications are to be postmarked by June 1, 2016. Seed Charts March 15, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/ go/30E094AADAE2CA75-march Silk and Fresh Corsages April 19, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E094AADAE2CA75-april Hypertufa Containers May 17, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/ go/30E094AADAE2CA75-may17 Evergreen Centerpieces November 15, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E094AADAE2CA75-november Holiday Gathering & Award Certificates of Completion for participating in at least 4 this year. December 20, 2016 www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E094AADAE2CA75-december In addition to the FUN learning activities, we will have a short lesson on some aspect of the NJHA [National Junior Horticulture Association] (www.njha.org) contest. They include: Identification of Trees & Shrubs, Houseplants, Vegetable Market Packs, Identification of Cut Flowers, Sampling Fruits, Smells of Herbs and Vegetables, Identification of Evergreen and Cones. Instructors include: Myrtle Sturtz, 4-H Horticulture Coach; Donielle Axline, 4-H UME Educator; Susan Trice, UME Horticulture Educator/Master Gardener Coordinator; and various other UME volunteers and community leaders. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 8 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Attention Fashionistas and Crafters!! If you are interested in helping plan, create decorations or share ideas for the 2016 4-H Fashion Revue? Please join us on Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. at the Howard County Fairgrounds. For more information please email Donielle at dinskeep@umd.edu All are welcome!! Communications Workshops/Contest Workshop has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. at the Howard County fairgrounds. For more information go to https:// extension.umd.edu/montgomery-county/ communication-visual-presentation-workshops Communication Contest- March 12, 2016 to be held at Bushy Park Elementary. 4-Her's may participate in four different Communication Contest areas: Prepared Speech, Interpretations, Radio/Public Address, Extemporaneous Speech. Clovers are welcome to participate in Prepared Speech area only, reciting the American or 4-H pledge. For more information go to https://extension.umd.edu/ montgomery-county/communication-contest New Activities for Cloverbuds Available from the 4-H Mall! Fun and educational, Cloverbud activities are designed for children ages 5-8. Adaptable to a variety of settings, these activities are ideal for 4-H clubs, homeschool programs, summer camps, afterschool sessions, or even for families looking for weekend activities. http://www.4-hmall.org/ cloverbuds.aspx? utm_medium=email&utm_source=News%20and% 20Notes%20January% 2026&utm_campaign=New% 20Product&utm_content=Cloverbuds%20Activities 4-H Online Resources for Marketing Your Club & Activities The Fashion Revue is an educational activity which allows youth to develop life skills in the following ways: Decision Making - Youth develop and apply decision-making skills when selecting fabric, patterns, or ready-to-wear garments. Leadership - Youth expand their leadership skills by working in committees to plan the fashion revue. Communication - Youth apply their skills in writing and speaking by developing and presenting narrations for the Fashion Revue. Creative Thinking - Youth create the theme, design stage decorations, and choreograph the Fashion Review Self Confidence - Youth develop poise and increase self esteem through modeling. Responsibility - Youth accept obligations and assume responsibility for completion of a set of goals. https://extension.umd.edu/montgomery-county/fashion-revue The 4-H Marketing Online Resource Center (MORC) is the go-to resource for 4-H volunteers for all of their 4-H marketing materials including photos, templates, ads, and logos. Register for access to today! http://www.4-h.org/resource-library/4Hmarketing-online-resource-center/ Looking for Club Supplies Hurry! Starting today, all products under our Club Supplies umbrella, which includes record book covers, flags, signs, and stickers, are all 20% off. Sale ends Tuesday, February 9th, at midnight, with all discounts applied at checkout. http://www.4hmall.org/Category/clubsupplies.aspx? utm_medium=email%20&utm_source=News% 20and%20Notes%20February% 202&utm_campaign=February%20Club% 20Supplies%20Sale The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 9 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter On December 5th the Rocky Ridge 4-H Club went Christmas caroling in the Thurmont community and made bake goods to hand out. Afterwards, the members of the club went to the Thurmont grange for a pizza party. During the month of December the club collected donations for Toys For Tots for kids with cancer. For community service the club made desserts and served the guests of the Thurmont Ambulance Company annual banquet. Rocky Ridge 4-H Club Reporters Brittnee Brown, Samantha and Natalie Bentz Johnsville 4-H Club has been busy the past two months; on Decem- ber 10th we Christmas caroled through Johnsville. Santa & the 4-H members along with their families sang Christmas songs and delivered goodie baskets to the homebound residence of the community. The baskets included soups, sandwiches, candy, cookies and homemade apple butter the club members made. On December 18th our club hosted Bingo for the residence of Homewood at Crumland Farms; we made snowmen crafts that were given as prizes. Both the 4-H members and the residents really enjoy when we host Bingo. On January 9th we had a club craft day. We made snowmen out of a fencepost; each club member that participated can enter their craft at the fair. At our January meeting we discussed Ag Week and what flavor ice cream we wanted to make. We also had demonstrations presented from Haley & Abby Dinterman on how to make rock candy. We also recently held a club demonstration day. On January 16th we had a holiday party with a DJ, photo booth, door prizes & games. That was a really fun time for the club members and their family. Upcoming activities include participating in Ag Week activities, 4-H Paint Night, Sewing Craft Day , Hosting Bingo at Homewood. Ella Jacobs, Club Reporter The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 10 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter On Sunday, January 10th, members of The Bug Patrol visited the Suitland Annex of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and received a "behind the scenes" tour of the facility. Members saw some of the more than 1 million insects stored there; a collection of elephant bones, including the skull of an elephant shot by President Teddy Roosevelt; some crocodiles; a bunch of specimens stored in alcohol, and even a giant squid. Officers in photo-left to right top to bottom. Cullen Leck, Alexandra Broadhurst, Jay Andrews, Kelly Blahut, Catherine Jenkins, Grace Kreuzburg, Joanna Cleaver. The Fredrick Tailwaggers have elected their officers and had a Christmas party since the end of 2015. The Christmas party was held at the CKC, on January 2nd, where there was food, games, and a gift swap. Everyone enjoyed themselves and a couple people interested in the Tailwaggers came and met the kids, parents, and our Obedience, Rally, and Showmanship trainer, Miss Randy. The elected officers are, President: Joanna Cleaver. Vice President: Cullen Leck. Secretary: Cullen Leck. Treasure: Jay Andrews. Corresponding: Kelly Blahut. Historian: Grace Kreuzburg & Alexandra Broadhurst. Reporter, Catherine Jenkins The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 11 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter The 4-H Achievers held their annual toy drive in December for the Toys for Tots collection. Many toys were collected and donated by club members. The 4-H Achievers have been busy preparing for Ag Week at the Mall. Members have been making posters and working on a booth to display. Members also have been busy planning for their many activities for the year. The 4-H Achievers meet the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Frederick Masonic Lodge on Blentlinger Road. Club members collected and donated over 25 toys for Toys for Tots. Shown with a few of the donations are (from left), Brandon Kreh, Bella Tranchina, Blair Kreh, Sarah Peltzer, and Wally Leatherman; and (center), Buck Leatherman, and Bella’s younger brother, Alex. Brandon and Blair Kreh are placing the toy donations in the collection box. 4-H members are busy working on their posters for Ag Week at the Mall. The Alpha Alpaca 4-H Club has had a busy last few months. In November we volunteered at the Howard County Fairgrounds for the Maryland Alpaca Association's Fiber Festival. We had a booth set up where we demonstrated carding alpaca fiber and we had a few obstacles set up to show how we do performance shows at the fair. The club members had a great weekend talking about alpacas to the public and were even featured in the Baltimore Sun the next week. In December we had our annual Christmas party. The party was held in a local church fellowship hall and included games, gift exchange, and lots of good food. We started out the New Year right with our club’s fun activity day that involved bowling, pizza, and a movie. We look forward to many exciting events coming up this year including alpaca shows, volunteering. and community service .....all for the love of alpacas. Club members and their families enjoyed a pizza party and gift exchange during their annual Christmas party. Alayna Mahosky, Club Recorder The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 12 Calico Clovers 4-H UPDATE By Abby Sharp, Club Reporter We had a great time at the Calico Clovers 4-H meeting on January 21, 2016! The big event was to welcome members of the Brunswick American Legion, who received a special gift. Six blankets made by the Calico Clovers were given to the Warm the Vet program. Calico Clovers 4-H’ers and members of the Brunswick American Legion: Connie and Dave House, Nannette Cline, Pam Holzman, Donna and Greg Fuss, Andrea Anderson, and Special Corps legion member Shane Powers Clover members Colin Arnold, Ian Bass, Aeriana Carter, and Brooke Crown showed off their big snowflakes before the big snow. I wonder if they knew what was coming? Morgan Thompson and Ava Vrany gave an interesting demonstration on raising sheep. The model they built taught us all of the important things we need to know, in a way that is easy to understand. Ian Sanville demonstrated his skill in Mixed Martial Arts, and showed us his uniform and the padding that allows him to practice safely. His brother Ben told us all about animal byproduct. He brought us a sow’s ear used for pet chews, a cow hide for leather products, and sheep wool for weaving things like blankets to keep our Veterans warm. We heard an extra special presentation, The Top 3 Tips for Public Speaking, from Mrs. Ellen Crown. 4-H members who want to tell the world about the great stuff we do can learn a lot from an experienced speaker like her. Clear thinking heads need clear speaking mouths! Please check the 4-H calendar for upcoming events like Ag Week at the Mall, Mini-College, and the Valentines Dance! And join us at our next meeting on February 18th. Calico Clovers members knotting one of the five blanket members made for Warm the Vet project sponsored by the Brunswick American Legion. Picture attached - Calico Clovers 4-Hers took 25 mittens from the Valley Elementary School giving Christmas tree. We went shopping as a group and then went to Golden Coral to wrap the presents and shared dinner together with our families. It was a great night. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 13 Camp and Activities Center Community Service Schedule Club Leaders - please contact Christy Fuss at the Camp Center 240-397-9442 prior to your club’s month to see when and if your club’s help is needed for any events. 2016 Feb - Boots n Buckles, Rocky Ridge, Bits n Bridles Mar - Shookstown, Alpha Alpaca Apr - Valley Urbanites, Jefferson Co-Eds May - Shooting Sports, Middletown Dairy, Greener Pastures Jun - Tailwaggers, Adamstown, Kaleidoscope Jul - None Aug - 4-H Achievers, Middletown Valley Youth Sep - None Oct - Walkersville, Paddock Pals Nov - Johnsville, Calico Clovers Dec - Jr. Dairy Club, Goat Club, Tom’s Creek Did you know… only 4-H Members and trained UME Volunteers have profiles in the 4HOnline system. If you are a parent, your info. is in your child’s profile. All Stars The Frederick County All Stars currently meet twice a year, in January and then again in June prior to the County 4-H Campfire. The organization is calling for more member involvement as we strive to build a strong local program. Interested members should call Viola Noffsinger at 301-418-1760. 2016-01-30-All Stars meeting-HonoreesBobbie Fogle, Aaron Weedy, and Elizabeth Zimmermann Benitez 2016-01-30-All Stars meeting Viola Noffsinger and Pam Saylor 2016-01-30-All Stars meeting-J im Wightman, Pat Fellows, Pam Saylor, Cristy Fuss, Bobbie Fogle, and Myrtle Sturtz UME Trained Volunteers Renewal and Re-Enrollment Information There are 2 steps for to renew and remain active as a UME Trained Volunteers. 1st is to send in your Renewal form and your Behavioral Expectations form which were emailed or mailed to you. If you don’t have one or need it resent please contact Lisa at lstrong@umd.edu 2nd is to re-enroll yourself in the 4HOnline system. Your login is your family email address; If you don’t remember your password you can request one to be sent to your email. Not sure if you have an online profile? You can email Lisa at lstrong@umd.edu and she will look it up for you. If you have children then your name should also be listed under your family’s member list; if you don’t see it then you need to add yourself as an adult. 2016 Apr-May Newsletter deadline: April 1, 2016 Send articles and pictures to lstrong@umd.edu The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Page 14 University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. University of Maryland Extension - Frederick County 4-H Youth Development Frederick County 4-H Newsletter Page 15 UME Volunteer Information Interested in becoming a certified UME 4-H Volunteer? Its a simple 3 step process: 1. Go to the Frederick County 4-H website http://extension.umd.edu/frederick-county/4h-youth-development/ ume-volunteers and fill out and return the 6 necessary forms by email or postal mail to: Attn: Lisa, UME Frederick County 4-H, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702 or lstrong@umd.edu 2. After your completed paperwork has been returned to the office Lisa will contact you to schedule an over the phone Interview which takes about 10-15 minutes. 3. After your Interview Lisa can sign you up for the online orientation training. After these steps are done and all paperwork is in, the 4-H Educator will review your file and when approved you will receive your 4-H Maryland Leader card. You will need to set up an online profile. To keep your certified volunteer status current each year you will need to sign a Renewal Appointment Agreement and a Behavioral Expectations Form. Any questions contact Lisa Strong at lstrong@umd.edu or 301-600-1595. Month Date Time February Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. 16 16 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 20 March 7 Horticulture ‘Make It Take It” 2 BSS Meeting Ag Week at the Mall 8 Fashion Revue Meeting @ Howard County Fairgrounds 8 Communications Workshop @ Howard County Fairgrounds 21 7:00 p.m. 4 Dairy Bowl Practice Begins @ Walkersville Community Church 27 9:00 a.m. 7 Record Book Judging @ FC Extension Office 28 11:00 a.m. 3 Model Horse Show @ Howard County Extension Office 28 1:00 p.m. 7 Camp Counselor’s Training 1 4:00 p.m. 7 Deadline: Camp Center Scholarship Application (Postmarked) 4 Deadline: Goat Getaway 7 Deadline: BSS and Frederick County 4-H Scholarships 12 8 Cluster Communications Contest @ Bushy Park Elementary 15 7 Horticulture ‘Make It Take It” 18-19 4 Goat Getaway @ Frederick County 4-H Camp and Activities Center 4 Spring Leader’s Meeting @ FC Extension Office 3 Deadline: Bunny Basics Registration 6 Deadline: Broiler Chick Project Orders to 4-H Office 13 Deadline: Apr-May Newsletter 3 Bunny Basics Workshop @ FC Extension Office 5 Elite East Show and Sale @ Frederick Fairgrounds 2 Achievement Night 22 5 Deadline: Wills Fair Registration 30 7 Deadline: Darren S. Kennedy Scholarship 1 4 23 4:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 28 April Livestock Skillathon @ FC Extension Office 1-2 15-20 20 Page 1 4:00 p.m. 1 2 1:00 p.m. 9 12 6:00 p.m. The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION FREDERICK COUNTY OFFICE 330 MONTEVUE LANE FREDERICK, MARYLAND 21702 301-600-1589 http://extension.umd.edu/frederick-county/4h-and-youth-development Donielle R. Axline Faculty Extension Assistant 301-600-1590 dinskeep@umd.edu Check us out on Facebook! To be able to view the page click on this link and sign in or sign up for a facebook account. Todd McKinney Extension Educator 301-600-3583 tmckinn2@umd.edu