4-H TRIBUNE
November 2012
Volume 5 Issue 9
UNIT COMPLETIONS!!!
Are due into the CC 4-H Extension Office from club leaders on Wednesday, November 28,
2012! Individual club leaders will need to set the date due to them.
Other items to note this year:
**In September’s Tribune are helpful hints for you as you complete your project records.
**Remember, all market livestock, horse, rabbit, poultry, photography, garden, and plants/flowers
projects are required to show at the 2013 CC 4-H/FFA Fair.
**Please staple rather than paper clip pictures, etc. to unit completions (project records) so they
do not get misplaced. Also, please DO NOT put unit completions in a folder, sheet protector,
binder, record book cover, etc. We have to take them out anyway to judge them, so please just
staple them together. Thank You!
Beef Weigh-in
We have scheduled steer weigh in for Saturday, January 12th at the Westminster
Livestock Auction beginning at 8am till 12noon. Because of the location change,
all steers/heifers must be on a halter and reasonably broken! Registration
Papers and AnSc Code of Ethics are in this Tribune. They are due to the CC
Extension Office by Friday, Jan. 4th, 2012. Tag cost is $1 per steer. Make checks
payable to CCEAC.
Fair Photos
Photos from the 2012 Carroll County 4-H/FFA Fair are available in the Extension Office. All
orders are due by November 16, 2012 and will be returned to the Extension Office by
December 17, 2012. All orders will be held and placed at one time. Any orders placed after
the original order date will be subject to a negative finding fee for each photo. Please come
in before November 16th to place your fair photo order.
4x6 $4.00
5x7 $7.00
8x10 $10.00
Please make checks payable to Wyatt Griffin.
Any returned check will be subject to a $35.00 fee.
Check Out the Fair Photos!
Come out to the Extension Office on Monday, November 5th from 5-8pm and check out the fair
photos. We will have the photos available for viewing this evening. If you can’t make it in during
office hours, don’t miss out on this opportunity.
CLUB LEADER’S MEETING
National Trips for Senior Members
Due to “Hurricane Sandy” and the
inclement weather we experienced, we will
need to reschedule the last two club leader
meetings. To reiterate, there is extremely
important information that will be shared at
these meetings. If you were not able to
join us at our first meeting held on
October 25, please make sure that at
least one leader from your club is in
attendance on one of the following
dates:
If you are a senior member and
would like to possibly be awarded a
National Trip, then it’s time to start thinking
about that Senior Portfolio!
Trips for Senior Portfolios include
National 4-H Congress, Camp Miniwanca,
West Virginia Old Members’ Conference
and Virginia 4-H Congress. Senior
Portfolios will be due on January 3, 2013.
Also, ALL other senior portfolios not
applying for a National Trip will be due
January 3, 2013.
If you would like help or advice on
putting together a senior portfolio, please
call Becky at the office and she would be
glad to help.
This year’s essay question is:
Thursday, November 8 at 7pm
Tuesday, November 27 at 7pm
Due Dates
ALL Senior Portfolios – will be due to the
Extension Office by COB January 3, 2013
ALL Junior Record Books – will be due
to the Extension Office by COB February
1, 2013
Diamond Clover Levels – will be due to
the Extension Office by COB February 1,
2013
Club Planning, Secretary and Treasurer
Books – will be due to the Extension
Office by COB February 15, 2013
Senior Portfolios and Junior Record
Books
If any club is interested in learning more
about Senior Portfolios and/or Junior
Record Books, please contact the
Extension Office to set up a date for Becky
to come out to your club meeting. Contact
information is 410-386-2760 or
bridgewa@umd.edu
“How do the life development skills you
have learned through 4-H help you
serve
as
a
mentor
to
others?”
Diamond Clover Awards
Are you working toward achieving one of
the six levels of the Diamond Clover
Award? They are due to the 4-H Office by
February 1, 2013 (or earlier!). All of the
Diamond Clover forms can be found on the
Carroll County Extension website. If you
have questions please contact Becky at
the Extension office.
UME Volunteer Leader Training
Would you like to be a University of
Maryland Extension Volunteer? Are you
helping out at club meetings with projects
or activities? Do you have parents in your
club who have expressed an interest in
being a 4-H volunteer?
The next UME training is scheduled for
Thursday, January 3 at 6pm. Please call
the Extension Office at 410-386-2760 to
register.
HORSE JUDGERS!
HORSE BOWLERS!
The State 4-H Office has decided to
continue to host all 3 contest on the same
weekend, April 20-21, 2013 at the
University of Maryland’s College Park
Campus. Following are the list of dates for
judging/bowl practices.
Nov 7
Nov 14
Nov 28
Dec 5
Dec 12
Dec 19
Jan 9
Judging
Bowl
Judging
Bowl
Judging
Bowl
Bowl
Watch for more dates to come.
Alpacas
Did you ever have an interested in
Alpacas? Did you ever want to work with
one and show it? There are opportunities
to participate in the Alpaca leasing
program. If you are interested in learning
about this program, contact Kathy Gordon
at 410-386-2760 by January 1, 2013 to find
out all the opportunities there are with
leasing an Alpaca!
SKILLATHON!!!
Do you have an interest in learning more
about livestock? Watch in the next couple
of Tribunes for dates when the Skillathon
practices will start!! The State Contest is
the first weekend in March, so weekly
practices will start in January!
Swine Weigh-In
Swine weigh-in and tagging will
be held on Friday, May 3, 2013. Mark this
date on your calendar!
Sheep and Goat Weigh-In
Sheep and Goat weigh-in and tagging will
be held on Friday, May 10, 2012. Mark
this date on your calendar!
Beef Field Day
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 6,
2013 for the Beef Field Day.
2013 Poultry Expo
The 2013 Mid-Atlantic Small Flock
Poultry Expo is scheduled for
Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the Carroll
County Ag Center from 8:30am-3:30pm.
For additional information on the Expo,
check out the flyer at the end of the
Tribune.
BEAT THE MID WINTER BLAHS!
Beat the Midwinter Blahs will be held on
Saturday, January 26, 2013, at the Carroll
County Ag Center. Please mark the date
on your calendar now and plan on joining
us for this informative and fun day.
Attached to the September issue of the
Tribune is a form requesting classes for
The Blahs. If you are interested in
teaching, please be sure
to fill out the form and
send it to the Extension
Office. If you have a class
idea but cannot teach,
please fill out the form
and check the appropriate spot. We can
give up to 5 hours of community service
for teaching. We are looking for a wide
variety of topics to meet the interest of
everyone. Class information is due to
the office by Friday, November 2, 2012.
If you have questions, please feel
free to contact Becky at 410-386-2760 or
bridgewa@umd.edu.
Fashion Revue Meeting
Camp Dates
The Fashion Revue Committee will be
holding a meeting on Wednesday,
December 19th at 7pm at the Extension
Office. All youth interested in planning next
year’s events are welcome to attend.
We have selected the dates for the 2013
camp. Mark your calendars!
Demonstration Day!
It’s time to start thinking about
Demonstration Day 2013! This event will
be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013,
beginning at 9am. Start thinking about that
demo that you’ve been wanting to do. This
is a great opportunity to compete at the
county level while also fulfilling a
requirement for unit completions! If you
have any questions, call the Extension
Office or superintendent, Mary Rasche,
410-756-7280.
Outdoor Recreation Club!!
Do you have an interest in exploring the
outdoors? Would you like to learn basic
outdoor survival skills? Do you like to hike
and camp?
If you answered “yes,” “maybe,” or “I don’t
know” to any of these questions, then there
may be a new opportunity for you in 4-H! If
you are interested in being a part of this
club as a member or a volunteer, please
contact Jim Serfass at 410-386-2760 or
jserfass@umd.edu.
Week 1 – June 24 – 27, 2013
Week 2 – July 15 – 19, 2013
All camper applications and scholarship
forms will be due by April 12th. If you do
not fill out the scholarship form, you will not
be considered for a scholarship. All forms
and money will be due into the office by
May 17th. If ALL forms and money are not
in by this time, you may forfeit your spot at
camp.
Clover Day Camp
Mark your calendars for Clover Day Camp!
Clover day camp will be held at the CC
Extension Office July 8 – 11, 2013. Keep
an eye out in upcoming Tribunes for more
information.
Fair Board Meetings
Don’t forget that everyone is welcome to
participate in Fair Board meetings held at
the Extension Office. Next meeting date is:
November 28, 2012 at 7:30pm
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
CAMP STAFF APPLICATIONS DUE
Even though the leaves are falling, it’s
already time to start thinking about summer
camp staff applications! Both youth and
adult UME volunteers are needed for
successful camp weeks. Residential camp
will
be
held
at
the
Hashawha
Environmental Center and Clover Camp
will be held at the Extension Office. Forms
are being sent to previous adult and youth
staff and are also attached to this issue of
the Tribune. These applications are due
back to the Extension Office by December
1.
2013 CARROLL COUNTY
4-H/FFA FAIR WILL BE HELD
JULY 27TH – AUGUST 2ND
ONLINE FAIR ENTRY SYSTEM
WILL BE OPEN
MAY 1 – JUNE 10, 2013
Too Many Ribbons?
Don’t throw them away? Bring them to the
Extension Office or a Fair Board Meeting.
The Fair will recycle them for next year! So
don’t throw them out, let’s recycle
everything including ribbons!
Superintendent Meetings
There will be an Indoor Building
Superintendent meeting on November 19,
2012 at the CC Extension Office at 7pm.
FAIR PREMIUM CHECKS
If you haven’t received your check already
from your club leader you need to make
arrangements with him/her to pick it up. All
checks need to be cashed before
NOVEMBER 10th.
They will not be
honored after that date.
If you find that we missed any premiums
after reviewing your Premium Statement,
you
must
send
an
email
to
carrollcountyfairentries@yahoo.com
Include the following information:
Exhibitor name as it appears on
check/statement, address, phone #,
department, section AND class number for
the missing item (can be taken off entry
tag). We need all corrections sent in no
later than November 9th. Checks will be
written after that date, and no additional
corrections will be made.
2013 Fair Theme
The Fair Board is asking current 4H/FFA members to come up with a theme
to be used for the upcoming 2013 Carroll
County 4-H/FFA Fair. Entries can be
mailed to Carroll County 4-H/FFA Fair, PO
Box 207, New Windsor, MD 21776 or email
to cc4hffafairmanager@yahoo.com.
Please include your name, address,
phone # and club information along with
your entry.
Entries must be postmarked to the
above address by November 26, 2012.
“Potential Poultry Exhibitors Meeting
for 2013 Fair”
There will be a mandatory poultry meeting
held February 11, 2013 and February 26,
2013 at the 4-H Extension Office starting at
7pm. Both meetings will contain the same
information, so you need to attend only
one.
Some topics to be discussed: health
requirements for show, what breed do I
have, expectations when I exhibit.
You will need to attend one of the meetings
in order to exhibit poultry at the 2013 fair;
even if you are not sure, you should attend.
Sam’s Creek 4-H Club is hosting a
“Mostly Retired” Basket Bingo on Saturday,
December 8th at the Carroll County Ag
Center–Burns Hall. Bring a canned food
item and receive an Early Bird game card.
Please call Brenda Barber at 410-6352819 for information
Pleasant Valley 4-H Club participated in 3
events recently to promote the 4-H Youth
Development Program. In September, the
club received 2nd place on their parade
float “4-H Takes You Places!” at the
Westminster Fallfest. Members portrayed
important role models in history that have
promoted the values of the program.
Taylor Blizzard, Kaitlyn Blizzard, Jordan
Blizzard, Suzy Spriggs and Katie Fairbank
participated.
In October, the club
displayed their service learning board,
shoe box float and banner at the Town
Mall, Westminster, along with other clubs
during “4-H Week at the Mall”. Also, they
set up a display at the Pleasant Valley
Fallfest and spoke to attendees about the
4-H program while they distributed
informational fliers, stickers and temporary
tattoo clovers. Taylor Blizzard, Kaitlyn
Blizzard, Jordan Blizzard, Suzy Spriggs
and
Katie
Fairbank
participated.
Carroll County 4-H Hot Shots is hosting a
Scrapbooking Fundraiser on Sunday,
November 4th at the Carroll County Ag
Center–Burns Hall, from 9:30am-5:30pm.
For more information please contact Timna
Shaw at 410/848-1645.
Lineboro 4-H Club is sponsoring a
Basket/Bag Bingo on Friday, November 9th
at the Manchester Fireman’s Activity
Building. Please call 410-374-5098 for
more information.
Club Leaders
Don’t forget to have all of your paperwork turned into the office by January 31, 2013.
You received this information at the organizational meetings held in
October/November.
Remember this is VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!
2012 Promotional Display Contest Results
Congratulations to all 4-H Clubs that participated in the Promotional Display Contest!
Table Top Display: Champion - Carrollton 4-H Club; Reserve Champion - Rolling Clovers 4-H
Club; Red Award - Pleasant Valley 4-H Club and 4 Pawed Freedom 4-H Club
Window Display: Champion - Chevonaire 4-H Club; Reserve Champion - Cheetah’s 4-H
Club; Blue Award - Lineboro 4-H Club, Clover Buddies 4-H Club, Deer Park 4-H Club, and
Gaither 4-H Club; Red Award - Fine Feathered Friends 4-H Club and Sam’s Creek 4-H Club
Grand Champion: Chevonaire 4-H Club, Reserve Grand Champion: Cheetah’s 4-H Club
Kathy Gordon
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development
kgordon1@umd.edu
Jim Serfass
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development
jserfass@umd.edu
Becky Ridgeway
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development
bridgewa@umd.edu
www.carroll.umd.edu/4h The Carroll County 4-H Website. Find The Tribune online, plus other forms and
information for youth and leaders.
www.maryland4h.org The Maryland State 4-H Youth Development Website. News & information from all over
the state, plus forms and information for youth and leaders.
Carroll County 4-H Youth Development
Phone:
410-386-2760
University of Maryland Extension
Toll-Free:
888-326-9645
700 Agriculture Center
Fax:
410-876-0132
Westminster, MD 21157-5700
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, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political
affiliation, or gender identity and expression.
If you have a disability that requires special assistance for your participation in a program, please contact the Carroll County Extension
Office at 410-386-2760, fax: 410-876-0132, two (2) weeks prior to the program.
The information given herein is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement by University of
Maryland Extension is implied.
Upcoming Dates to Remember…
Nov 2
Nov 5
Nov 12
Nov 16-18
Nov 22-23
Nov 28
Dec 1
Dec 19
Beat the Mid-Winter Blah’s Class Info. Sheet Due to CC Ext Office
Fair Photos for viewing, CC Ext Office, 5-8pm
CC Extension Office Closed, Veteran’s Day
Volunteer and Youth Forum, Ocean City, MD
CC Extension Office Closed, Thanksgiving
Unit Completions Due, CC Ext Office
Residential Camp Staff/Adult applications due, CC Ext Office
Fashion Revue Committee Meeting, CC Ext Office, 7pm
2013 Dates
Jan 3
Jan 3
Jan 4
Jan 12
Jan 20
Jan 26
Feb 1
Feb 15
Feb 23
Mar 16
Apr 6
Apr 13
Apr 19
Apr 20-21
May 1
May 3
May 10
June 10
June 24 -27
July 8 – 11
July 15-19
July 27 – Aug 2
Senior Portfolios Due, CC Ext Office
UME Volunteer Training, CC Ext Office, 6pm
Beef Steer/Commercial Heifer Registration & Code of AnSc Conduct
forms due to CC Ext Office
Beef Weigh-In and Tagging, Westminster Livestock Auction 8am-12pm
Maryland 4-H Gala Awards Banquet, Carriage Room, Laurel Park
Beat the Mid-Winter Blahs, CC Ext Office and Ag Center
Junior Record Books Due, CC Ext Office
Diamond Clovers due, CC Ext Office
Club Planning, Secretary and Treasurer Books Due, CC Ext Office
Demonstration Contest, CC Ext Office
Public Speaking Contest, CC Ext Office
Beef Field Day, CC Ag. Center
Food Preservation Workshop, CC Ext Office 9am – 4pm
Carroll County 4-H Achievement Program, CC Ag Center
Horse Judging/Bowl/Hippology Contest, University of MD, College Park
Fair On-line entry system is open
Swine Weigh-In and Tagging
Sheep/Goat Weigh-In and Tagging
Fair On-line entry system closes
CC 4-H Camp, Hashawha
Clover Day Camp, CC Ext Office
CC 4-H Camp, Hashawha
CC 4-H/FFA Fair
Maryland 4-Hers Win at 2012 National 4-H Engineering Challenge
Maryland 4-Hers took first place in both the Tractor Operator and Small Engines Events. Our
Robotics Team narrowly missed first place in the final round during a second overtime
session. Again, the Maryland 4-H Engineering Team has returned from a successful trip to
Lafayette, Indiana, for the 62nd National 4-H Engineering Challenge, September 23-25, 2012.
The eleven-member team participated in individual and team events and a team of 8
competed in the 4-H Engineering Bowl. They also attended educational workshops at
Purdue University and educational field trips in the Lafayette area to Ice Cream Specialties
and Lafayette Interior Fashions. The event had 50 youth from 9 states competing in nine
project areas. Safety is a major component of this event.
Most of the Maryland team members were the state grand champions in mechanical science
events in Division V, 4-H Engineering Events at the Maryland State Fair in August 2012. The
youth first competed in their counties. Most counties offer these 4-H activities. The national
events include tractor operator safety, lawn tractor, arc welding, small engines,
electric/energy, computer, robotics, aerospace and bicycle. Maryland did not have senior
contestants in Electric/Energy and Computer this year.
The robotics team, consisting of Jordan Kiesel and Michael Scott (Carroll County),
competed in both a remote control challenge and an asynchronous (pre-programmed)
challenge, placing second in both. In the remote control challenge their robot had to pick up
a ball and balance it on top of a vertical pipe. In the asynchronous challenge their robot had
to move to grab the end of a rolled up measuring tape and pull it out exactly 57 inches. In the
remote control event they lost in the finals by a narrow margin in second overtime and in the
asynchronous event a mysterious operations error in two of three runs after many perfect
operations in practice caused penalty points. Regardless, it was an amazing display of
talent. Mr. Brian Kiesel, a Carroll County volunteer, was MD robotics coach at the national
event. This is part of an effort toward SET – science, engineering and technology educational
programming.
Maryland contestant Levi Lantz (Garrett County) placed first in the Tractor Operator Event in
a group of 9 contestants while Benjamin Wolf (Carroll County) placed first in Small Engines.
Mikail Perrine (Garrett County) placed second in a group of 8 contestants in Lawn Tractor
(Learn to Earn).
For the first time in many years Maryland had an Aerospace Team, consisting of Marlena
Nothwehr (Montgomery County) and John Schepis placed second in the team event. Mr.
Joseph Schepis, a Montgomery County volunteer, served as Aerospace Coach for the team
on this trip. The Maryland Engineering Team received a Bye in the Engineering Bowl
Competition; then narrowly lost their round.
In other individual events, Ethan Alster (Carroll County) placed third in the Bicycle Event,
Joseph Coshun (Carroll County) placed fifth in Lawn Tractor (Earn to Learn) and Travis
Clark (Cecil County) and Aaron Lantz (Garrett County) placed sixth and seventh, respectively
in Welding. In welding there were only 3 points difference between third and seventh place
so five contestants were almost tied. The Computer Event included the traditional
manipulation of word processing and spreadsheet files but also a new area for the
development of an App.
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MARYLAND 4-H LIVESTOCK REGISTRATION
Please print neatly with a pen!
Year ________________ Date Due_________________________
Name _________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Phone _________________________________________________________________
ONE Registration Form PER CATEGORY
Check Category:
____ Beef Steers
____ Market Goats
____ Dairy Steers
____ Commercial Beef Heifers
____ Market Hogs
____ Commercial Breeding Sheep and
Meat Goats
____ Market Lambs
_____ Other (Indicate what)___________
Club Name _____________________________________________________________
County/City ____________________________________________________________
IF ANIMAL IS HOUSED AT A DIFFERENT ADDRESS THAN ABOVE, PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING SECTION!
Name _____________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________County/City _____________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4-H Tag Number
(Leave Blank)
Personal Tag
Number/Tattoo
Breed(s)
Sex
Check One
Bred & Purchased
Owned
Date of Birth
(If Known)
Tag Day
Weight
Date
Weighed
Comments and Weigh Master
Signature and Verification
My signature indicates that the above animal(s) are under my care, I own them, and I have correctly and honestly filled this form out to the best of my knowledge.
________________________________________________________
4-H Member
________________________________________________________
Parent or Legal Guardian
The University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, disability or national origin. Information provided to UME may be used and shared within UME, the
University of Maryland and the University System of Maryland and with outside entities as necessary or appropriate in accordance with applicable law and the mission, purpose and functions of UME and the University.
Because the University is a State educational institution, such information may also be subject to disclosure under the Maryland Access to Public Records Act. A person may inspect and/or correct his or her personal
information as provided by the Maryland Access to Public Records Act and/or applicable University policy. The purpose of these materials is to enroll all market and commercial animals with the 4-H Tagging Program and to
ensure members will receive all materials. By not providing all requested materials, one may not receive all associated materials associated with the project, as well, as not being able to participate in shows in which animals
must be tagged with the Maryland 4-H Livestock tag.
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University of Maryland Extension (UME) 4-H Code of Animal Science Ethics
4-H members enrolled in animal science projects (e.g., beef, camelids, dairy, dog, goat, horse, poultry, rabbit, sheep, small pet, and swine) shall, at all times, conduct themselves with honesty and good
sportsmanship, including while with their projects and at all 4-H animal science activities and events. Their conduct should always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote the advancement of 4-H and its
animal science program. 4-H members, as well as parents, UME volunteers and others working with them, are under an affirmative responsibility to do more than avoid improper conduct or questionable acts; and their conduct
and values must serve as a positive influence on others.
This Code of Ethics applies to all 4-H members who are enrolled in animal science projects, and to others (4-Hers, parents, volunteers, owners, etc.) who participate in the animal science program; and it covers daily
animal care, as well as participation in competition and other 4-H animal activities and events.
4-H members and others who violate this Code of Ethics demean the integrity of 4-H and its animal science program. 4-H members who violate the code of animal science ethics are subject to sanctions including,
but not limited to, forfeiture of premiums, awards, and/or auction proceeds and may be prohibited from participation in 4-H or 4-H/UME events or activities; other violators may also be subject to sanction, as appropriate.
Infractions may be reviewed by 4-H and/or UME (on the local or state level, as appropriate to the infraction and to the event and/or activity in question), and/or may be subject to a fair oversight committee or other entity that
oversees an activity or event. In addition, some acts may also be subject to review based upon the 4-H Behavioral Expectations (4-H 418) and/or other UME policies.
The following is a list of standards and requirements for all 4-H animal science projects, at all times, whether at home, at animal exhibitions or events, or any other 4-H event or activity.
1. The care of all 4-H project animals is the responsibility of the 4-H member. 4-H members must properly care for and groom their animals for the duration of their project.
2. All project animals are expected to be housed at the 4-H member’s residence unless a different location is submitted to and approved in writing by the local 4-H staff. Any change in location must be approved in writing by
the local 4-H staff; however, it is not necessary to report direct transport to and from shows or other events.
3. Upon request of 4-H, UME, or other program, fair, event or animal officials, 4-H members must present proof of ownership, length of ownership, identity and/or age of all 4-H project animals owned or leased.
Misrepresentation of ownership, age, or identity of animal, or any facts relating thereto is prohibited. If a 4-H project animal is sold in a livestock sale, it is no longer eligible to be shown in a 4-H event in Maryland in that year.
4. 4-H members must provide appropriate animal health certificates upon request of 4-H, UME, or other program, fair, event or animal officials.
5. 4-H project animals must be presented to competition, activities and/or events, where they will enter the food chain, free of volatile drug residues. Animals which are presented to competition, events and/or activities that do
not culminate with the animal entering the food chain, shall not be administered drugs other than in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and rules. 4-H project animals shall not be exhibited if
drugs administered in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and rules may affect the animal’s performance or appearance at the event. At any time after an animal arrives on a fair or other 4-H activity or event
premises, a licensed veterinarian must administer or, in consultation with fair, event, UME, or 4-H officials, direct the administration of any treatments involving the use of drugs and/or medications.
6. The act of enrolling in a 4-H animal science project, and/or entering a project animal in a 4-H competition, show, activity, or other event, gives consent for 4-H or UME or event authorities to obtain any specimens of urine,
saliva, blood, hair, tissue, or other substance from the animal to be used for testing purposes including, but not limited to, drugs or identification. It is presumed that the sample of urine, saliva, blood or other substance tested by
the approved laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved, and all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are
correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the
4-H owner to prove otherwise at any review in regard to the matter conducted by a fair or other event or the 4-H program. If the laboratory report on the chemical analysis of saliva, urine, blood, hair, tissue or other sample,
taken from a 4-H animal science project, indicates the presence of forbidden drugs or medication, this shall be prima facie evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally.
7. Any surgical procedure or injection of any foreign substance or drug or the external application of any substance (irritant, counter irritant, or similar substance) which could affect the animal's performance or alter its natural
contour, conformation, or appearance, except external applications of substances to the hoofs or horns of animals which affect appearance only and except for surgical procedures performed by a duly licensed veterinarian for
the sole purpose of protecting the health of the animal, is prohibited.
8. Using ice, ice packs, cold packs, or cold compresses, internally or externally, other than those prescribed to relieve heat stress or a medical condition as diagnosed by a duly licensed veterinarian for the sole purpose of
protecting the health of the animal, is prohibited.
9. The use of showing and/or handling practices or devices, such as striking animals to cause swelling, using electrical devices, or other similar practices, are not acceptable and are prohibited.
10. All judges, fair and event officials and/or UME/4-H staff and volunteers shall be treated with courtesy, cooperation, and respect, and no person shall direct abusive or threatening conduct toward them or toward exhibitors
or others participating in the activity. In addition, direct criticism or interference with a judge, fair, show or event official, exhibitor, breed representative, or UME/4-H staff or volunteer before, during, or after an event or other
activity is prohibited.
11. No one shall violate this Code of Animal Science Ethics or conspire with another person or persons to intentionally violate this Code of Ethics or knowingly contribute or cooperate with another person or persons either by
affirmative action or inaction to violate this Code of Ethics.
12. The application of this Code of Ethics provides for absolute responsibility for an animal's condition to the 4-H member whether or not he or she was actually instrumental in or had actual knowledge of the treatment of the
animal in contravention of this Code of Ethics.
13. By enrolling in an animal science project and/or entering an animal in a fair or other 4-H event or activity, the 4-H member, and his/her parent or guardian, consent to have disciplinary action taken by appropriate
authorities (including UME, 4-H, fair, event and/or other activity officials) for violation of this Code of Animal Science Ethics and/or any other applicable rules of UME, 4-H, a fair, activity or other event, without recourse
against UME, 4-H and/or other authorities. In addition, the 4-H member, and his/her parent or guardian, further understand and agree that any action which contravenes these rules, and is also in violation of federal, state, or
local laws, statutes, regulations, or rules, may be released to appropriate law enforcement authorities with jurisdiction over such infractions.
Note: By signing this form the 4-H member, and his/her parent or guardian, each verify that he or she has read and understands the UME 4-H Code of Animal Science Ethics and the consequences of and penalties provided
for violations of the Code.
4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECT ENROLLMENT STATEMENT
I have read and understand the UME 4-H Code of Animal Science Ethics, and, in consideration of being permitted to enroll in a 4-H animal science project and/or participate in Maryland 4-H animal
events or activities, I consent to and agree to abide by the UME 4-H Code of Animal Science Ethics. I understand this Statement must be signed by the 4-H member and his/her parent or guardian and will be on
file in the local 4-H office and will apply to all 4-H animal science activities and events. By not signing, I may not receive all associated materials and will not be eligible to enroll in an animal science project or to
exhibit or participate in covered activities.
___
4-H Member Signature
Date
Printed Name of 4-H Member
Parent or Guardian of the 4-H Member Signature
Date
Printed Name of Parent or Guardian
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This Code of Ethics has been adapted from the IAFE Code of Show Ring Ethics; LMH; JWS; JWL 2001; JWL 2002; JWL 2007; CWA, Reviewed by DA 3/2009. Updated for Extension name and logo change –CWA 11/2009.
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Carroll County 4-H
Adult Camp Position Request
Please return to the Carroll County 4-H Office, 700 Agriculture Center,
Westminster, MD 21157 by December 1.
Name_______________________________
Youth Organizational Positions [Please rank from 1 to 6 your preference; with 1 being the one you
would prefer the most]
Description
Younger Week
Older Week
Small Group Leader Facilitator
Recreation Leader Facilitator
Crafts Leader Facilitator
LIT Facilitator
Campfire Facilitator
Educational Facilitator
____________
____________
____________
____________
____________
____________
___________
___________
___________
___________
___________
___________
Activity Coordinators [Please rank from 1 to 6 your preference; with 1 being the one you would
prefer the most]
Large Group/Evening Coordinator
____________
Overnight/Chaperone Coordinator
____________
Cookout Coordinator
____________
Swimming/Afternoon Activity Coordinator ____________
Snack Coordinator
____________
Check-In/Check-Out Coordinator
____________
Health Services Coordinator
____________
___________
___________
___________
___________
___________
___________
___________
DUE by December 1 to:
Carroll County 4-H Office
700 Agriculture Center
Westminster, MD 21157
University of Maryland Extension is collecting information in order for you to participate as a 4-H Residential
Camp Staff person. If you do not provide the requested information, you may not be able to receive additional
program materials. The information you provide may be shared with UME and short-term appointed volunteers
or instructors. Information provided to UME may also be shared among offices within the University and within
the University System of MD and outside entities as necessary or appropriate in the conduct of legitimate
University business and consistent with applicable law. Because the University is a state educational institution,
such information may also be subject to disclosure under the MD Access to Public Records Act. Individuals may
inspect and/or correct their personal information as provided by the “Public Records Act” and/or other applicable
law or University policy.
CARROLL CO. 4-H CAMP ADULT VOLUNTEER STAFF APPLICATION
(For all those 19 years or older as of Jan. 1, 2013)
Name:_______________________________ Email Address: _______________________________
Address:_____________________________ Phone (Day):_________________________________
_______________________________ Phone (Evening):_____________________________
1. I prefer to work with: (Rank your preference beginning with #1 as your first
choice.)
____ Small Group Leaders
____ Recreation Leaders
____ Craft Leaders
____ Leader In Training
2. Camp preference:
____ June 24 thru June 27 – for 8 to 11 year old campers
____ July 15 thru July 19 – for 10 to 14 year old campers
____ Either week is fine
____ Can/Will attend both weeks if appointed
*Please list any time conflicts you may have with your selected week. (Example:
can only attend evenings after 5:30 p.m., will not be available Tuesday, etc.)
IF YOU HAVE SERVED as a Carroll County 4-H Camp Adult Volunteer in the past, please
skip to Question 4.
Complete the following:
•
Recreation – LIST sports, games, or recreational activities you are skilled at
teaching with youth staff and campers.
•
Crafts – LIST below the crafts which you are willing to teach with youth staff to
campers.
•
LIST any hobbies or special skills you may have that would assist you in your staff
position at camp.
•
Camp Leadership – LIST your previous experiences in camp leadership positions.
What organization and how long you were involved?
•
Solve this problem:
It’s free time, you are in the cabin with other campers, a storm comes up
and the lights go out. What should you do?
•
Solve this problem:
Jimmy refuses to participate in a certain game. He says “it’s stupid”. This
situation is bad for the whole group as the success of the game depends
on the participation of the entire group and Jimmy’s example (which the
other campers look up to) is decreasing morale in the whole group. To
keep this game from being a flop, you would …
3. Working with children – check those experiences you have had:
____ Babysitting (____________________________ages)
____ Teacher (______________________grade and _____________________subject)
____ Coach (____________________________________what)
____ Day Care Provider (License Number________________ & County_____________)
____ Youth group volunteer other than 4-H (_______________________organization)
____ Other (Explain …________________________________________________________)
4. Other skills you can offer a camping program:
• Do you hold a certified Red Cross First Aid Card?_______________
Exp. Date______________
• Are you a Red Cross Certified Life Guard?__________________
Exp. Date______________
• Do you have a current CPR Card?_________________________
Exp. Date______________
• Other – (explain):
5. Why should you be selected as an adult volunteer staff member of the Carroll
County 4-H Resident Camp?
6. How will you encourage teamwork, spirit, and cooperation among the youth
staff members?
7. What wildlife or natural resource subject could you facilitate being taught at
camp?
8. In your opinion, why is camping an important delivery method for youth
development?
In completing and submitting this application, I understand that there is an obligation to
attend and participate in planned camp staff trainings and become a UME appointed
volunteer.
Signature:__________________________________________
Date:____________________
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, or national origin, marital
status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.
DUE TO:
Application Due:
ATTACH
A
CURRENT
PHOTO
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Carroll County 4-H
700 Agriculture Center
Westminster, MD 21157
December 1, 2012
All interviews will be scheduled between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Please check
your DATE & TIME preference:
DATE
TIME
___Dec. 22 ___ Dec. 23 ___ Morning ___ Afternoon ___ Evening
___Make Up Interviews – Jan. 5, 2013 at 10 a.m.
University of Maryland Extension is collecting information in order to include you as an applicant for a 4-H youth camp
staff position. If you do not provide the requested information, you may not be able to attend nor receive the
appropriate information regarding this position. The information you provide may be shared with UME and short-term
appointed volunteers or instructors. Information provided to UME may also be shared among offices within the
University and within the University System of MD and outside entities as necessary or appropriate in the conduct of
legitimate University business and consistent with applicable law. Because the University is a state-educational
institution, such information may also be subject to disclosure under the MD Access to Public Records Act. Individuals
CARROLL COUNTY 4-H CAMP YOUTH STAFF APPLICATION
[Please attach a current photo -- forms without photos will not be accepted!!!!]
All leaders must be 14 years or older as of January 1, 2013
Leaders-in-Training must be 12 years or older as of January 1, 2013
Name:_____________________________________
Birth Date:____________________ Grade:__________
Address:____________________________________
Email address __________________________________
_____________________________________
Phone:_________________________________________
Please furnish complete contact information for three references (NON-FAMILY MEMBERS).
• Name: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________________
Street: ___________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:____________________________________________________________________________
•
Name: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________________
Street: ___________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:____________________________________________________________________________
Name: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________________
Street: ___________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:____________________________________________________________________________
We authorize the 4-H Youth Development Program, Carroll County Office, University of Maryland
Extension, to contact the individuals listed as references.
•
Applicant signature:______________________________________________Date:_______________________
Parent/Guardian signature:_______________________________________Date:_______________________
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1.
Camp Youth Staff Application
[Feel free to attach additional pages if needed.]
2013
I prefer to be (rank your preference beginning with #1 as your first choice):
____Small Group Leader (Leader will provide support and assistance to 16 to 18 youth campers at the
Resident Camp. Youth staff members will work closely with camp youth coordinators, fellow youth leaders,
and adult staff in coordinating all camp activities and programs.) Youth must be age 15 as of January 1,
2013.
____Craft Leader (Leader will select, plan, teach, and assist 16 to 18 youth campers during camp craft
activities. Youth staff members will also assist the small group leader in coordinating all family activities.)
Youth must be age 14 as of January 1, 2013.
____Recreation Leader (Leader will select, plan, teach, and assist 16 to 18 youth campers during camp
recreational activities. Youth staff members will also assist the small group leader in coordinating all family
activities.) Youth must be age 14 as of January 1, 2013.
____Leader-In-Training (Youth will provide leadership and guidance of a cabin of 15 campers, and assist
their group’s leaders in coordinating all family activities.) Youth must be age 12 as of January 1, 2013.
2. I would like to be considered for the following setting:
____June 24 – 27, 2013 – residential camp dates for campers ages 8 to 11 years old
____July 15 – 19, 2013 – residential camp dates for campers ages 10 to 14 years old
____Either Residential Camp Week is fine
____Can/Will attend both residential camp weeks if appointed
____Day Camp (July 8 – 11, 2013) – for campers ages 5 to 8 years old
3. Working with children – check those experiences you have had:
____ Babysitting (indicated children’s ages - ________)
____Junior Leader
____ High School Child Development Classes
____Day-Care Aide
____ Nursery School or Church Nursery
____ Camp Staff Member other than 4-H
____ Outdoor School Staff Member
____ Other … (explain): ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. Other skills you can offer to a camping program:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Do you hold a certified Red Cross First Aid Card? _________________
Are you a Red Cross Certified Life Guard? _______________________
Do you have a current CPR card? _______________________________
Other … (explain below):
Exp. Date: ____________
Exp. Date: ____________
Exp. Date: ____________
5. Have you served as a Carroll County 4-H Camp youth staff member before? ____ Yes
____ No
•
If your answer is YES, what position(s) did you hold and for how many years?
•
If you are a returning staff member applying for a new position this year, please
attach a short written response explaining why you would like to be considered for
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5.
Camp Youth Staff Application
2013
(Continued)
•
If your answer is NO, proceed to questions 6, 7, and 8 AND …
Then, for new camp staff applicants please attach a written response to the following
question: Why do you want to be part of the youth staff at Carroll County 4-H Camp?
6.
Why would you like to become a youth staff member?
7.
Explain your experiences working with children. What is the best thing about
working with younger children?
8.
What is the hardest part of working with younger children?
####
In completing and submitting this application, I understand that there is
an obligation to attend and participate in the planned camp staff
trainings. I understand that there will be a fee for me to attend the
Camp Training Weekend and camp weeks.
Youth Signature: _________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________________________
Date:______________________________
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, or
national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.