THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
JANUARY 2025
JANUARY 2025
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4-H NEWSLETTER
EVERY 4-H MEMBER SHOULD ATTEND THIS EVENT!
EVERY 4-H MEMBER SHOULD ATTEND THIS EVENT!
COUNCILS AND ACTIVITIES
COUNCILS AND ACTIVITIES
4-H ADULT COLLABORATIVE
4-H ADULT COLLABORATIVE
We welcome new members all year! The role of the council is to:
Help mentor new leaders
Provide overall guidance and ideas for the Boulder County 4-H
Learn how adults can be involved in the 4-H program.
This is a great resource if you are a new or seasoned leader. Parents/guardians of youth as well as leaders are welcome. Hope to see you all there! Our next meeting is January 8 – at 6:15 PM (Hybrid) at the Clover Club Room
Click HERE for more information on this group.
HORSE LEADERS COUNCIL
HORSE LEADERS COUNCIL
Boulder County Horse Leader Council is open to:
All organizational, project, activity, and resource leaders
Interested parents.
Membership consists of all leaders enrolled in the Boulder County 4-H program. Our next meeting will be held on Monday, January 6, at 6:30 pm
Currently virtual meetings - contact Brenda Kwang for Zoom link - bkwang@bouldercounty.org
CLOVERBUDS
CLOVERBUDS
We will not be having a meeting in November or December. Please join us for the Cloverbud Gingerbread House 4-H Fun Day on December 7 or the Winter Social on December 11.
Next meeting: January 28 —6:00 PM
Cloverbud Leader: Karli Hardesty
GENERAL 4-H NEWS
GENERAL 4-H NEWS
4-H WEBSITE
We encourage all of our 4-H members, families, and volunteers to make the most of the resources available on our website at Boulder4H.org. Our website is designed to provide you with the information and tools needed for a successful and rewarding 4-H experience. Below are some key areas that you might find helpful:
For Members and Families:
4-H Communications Pathways: Stay informed about the latest news, events, and updates through our website, newsletter, social media channels, and more.
Calendar: Never miss an important date! Our calendar includes all upcoming events, meetings, and deadlines.
4-H Clubs & Projects: Explore the different clubs and projects offered, including Shooting Sports, Livestock, and various General Projects. Dive into project pages like Rabbits, Dogs, Poultry, and more to find specific resources and requirements.
For Volunteers:
4-H Volunteer Enrollment: Thinking about volunteering? This page provides all the information you need to get started.
4-H Leader Resources: Leaders, make sure to take advantage of this page for training materials, tools, and guidance to help you support your club and members effectively.
4-H County Policies: Stay informed about the policies and guidelines that govern our Boulder County 4-H community.
For Everyone:
Newsletter: Check out our monthly newsletter, the Clover Gazette, for important updates and highlights.
Social Media & Upcoming Events: Follow us on social media and stay connected with our vibrant 4-H community! Our Upcoming Events page ensures you’re in the loop with what’s happening next.
Be sure to visit Boulder4H.org regularly to explore these pages and discover everything Boulder County 4-H has to offer!
IMPORTANT RE-ENROLLMENT DEADLINES
Please remember to re-enroll your 4-H member on time!
Complete your enrollment and payment by the last Thursday in January to avoid a $20 late fee.
The final deadline for all enrollments to participate in the Boulder County Fair is the last Thursday in April.
Thank you for staying on top of these dates! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your support!
DISCOVER THE FUN OF HORSE BOWL & HIPPOLOGY
Are you a horse enthusiast or just curious about learning more about these amazing animals? Horse Bowl and Hippology are fantastic opportunities for 4-H members to dive into the world of equine science while making new friends and having fun!
What’s Horse Bowl?
Think of it as a team quiz game where you and your teammates buzz in to answer horse-related questions! It's a friendly competition that challenges your equine knowledge and teamwork skills.
What’s Hippology?
Hippology means “the study of the horse,” and it's a mix of challenges designed to test your horse knowledge. You'll solve problems, identify horse-related items, judge horses, and more—all in a hands-on, fun setting!
Practice Details:
📅 When: Starting Thursday, January 9, 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM
📍 Where: Clover Building, Upstairs Fairgrounds Meeting Room
📆 Practices are held weekly through mid-May for juniors (ages 8-13) and through the state conference in mid-June for seniors (ages 14-18).
Want to Learn More?
Contact:
Carmen Porter (Horse Bowl Coach): 303-885-5702
Donna Pattee (Hippology Coach): 303-482-7581
Why Join?
These programs are a fantastic way to:
🌟 Build your horse knowledge
🌟 Make new friends
🌟 Work as a team
🌟 Prepare for fun, educational competitions
Whether you’re a seasoned horse lover or just want to explore something new, Horse Bowl and Hippology are open to ALL 4-H members. You can even try out both teams! Practices are combined, so you’ll cover the same topics for both.
Come to the first practice to check it out—we’d love to see you there! 🐎
FAMILY FORUM
What is the 4-H Family Forum, and who should attend?
The 4-H Family Forum is a fun and informative event for all 4-H families to learn about the five key project completion requirements: Record Book, Demonstration, Community Service, Judging Activity, and Project Exhibition.
Join us on January 22, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Barn A at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. Dinner will be provided, so come enjoy a meal while connecting with other families and gaining the tools to support your 4-H member's success.
We encourage all 4-H families—especially new members—to attend!
COLORADO 4-H SCHOLARSHIPS
Colorado 4-H awards scholarships annually to outstanding youth who have actively engaged in Colorado 4-H clubs for at least three years. The scholarship process is open from November 1, 2024, through March 1, 2025. Scholarship recipients will be announced in May 2025. There are opportunities available for all kinds of students, including those attending CSU or other universities, trade schools or junior colleges, transfer students, and continuing students. We encourage our 4-H participants to apply.
For more information on the scholarship process and scholarships available, visit https://co4h.colostate.edu/about-us/scholarships/.
If you have scholarship questions, please contact OEE_Giving@colostate.edu.
GENERAL PROJECTS
GENERAL PROJECTS
SEWING PROJECT
CAKE DECORATING
SHOOTING SPORTS
SHOOTING SPORTS
LEADER TRAININGS
Calling all new and re-certifying Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Leaders! Get ready to enhance your skills and gain certification in various disciplines. Training will be held across four counties in March 2025:
March 7-9: Morgan County – Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, and Archery
March 14-16: Weld County – Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, and Archery
March 21-23: Pueblo County – Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, Archery, Muzzleloading, Western Heritage, Hunting and Outdoor Skills
March 28-30: Garfield County – Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, Archery, Muzzleloading, Western Heritage, Hunting and Outdoor Skills
Please note: You must be an approved Boulder County 4-H Leader before registering for the Shooting Sports Leader Training. This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and lead—don’t miss out!
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
ANIMAL/LIVESTOCK
ANIMAL/LIVESTOCK
CAT PROJECT
DOG PROJECT
2025 4-H Dog Training Schedule
The Training Schedule for 2025 is now available and included in this newsletter! The schedule is also posted on our website's 4-H Dog Project page. Classes are listed on the 4-H Team Up Calendar. Most of our classes will be held on Wednesday evenings, but we will meet a few times on other days due to building availability. Training locations bounce between the Exhibit Building, Barn A and the Indoor Arena, so be sure to check the location on the schedule for each class. Most classes will start the year training in the Exhibit Building and then move over to Barn A. We also have several nights reserved in the Indoor Arena for Agility training and Obedience training on the dirt arena floor. Sometimes during the year classes are moved or cancelled. Notification of any changes will be emailed to the address listed in 4HOnline. Questions about the schedule can be directed to the Dog Superintendent at ajanicki@comcast.net.
Save the Date!
Orientation for NEW Dog Project families will be held on Wednesday, February 12th in Barn A from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. If this is your first year in the 4-H Dog Project, please plan to attend this meeting. We will explain the project requirements, training class placement and schedules, and will discuss recommended training equipment. Dog project trainers and volunteers will be there to answer any questions you have about your dog or the project.
Dog Interviews
Beginning in January, Dog Project trainers will be scheduling one-on-one meetings with new families to meet your pup and to evaluate individual training needs. These informal meet ups will give you an opportunity to share any particular training concerns you might have, and will help our trainers better prepare for our first few training classes.
Dog Vaccination Requirements
For safety reasons, ALL dogs participating in the 4-H Dog Project MUST be current on their vaccinations for Rabies, Parvo and Distemper. Bordatella is an optional vaccine, but is strongly encouraged. Now is a good time to confirm your pup’s vaccination status! In order to participate in group dog training, members are required to provide proof of current vaccination PRIOR to attending classes.
RABBIT PROJECT
CAVY PROJECT
SHEEP PROJECT
Suffolk Sheep Association – Ewe Grant Program
Hey 4-H youth with an interest in Sheep. Unites Suffolk Sheep Association Ewe Grant Program is designed to provide financial assistance for a young person in purchasing a registered Suffolk ewe, for youth starting a Suffolk flock. Applications are due March 1, 2025. For more information visit the grant application.
DAIRY CATTLE PROJECT
HORSE JUDGING
HORSE JUDGING
WELCOME NIGHT
Join Boulder County 4-H Horse Judging Team for the 2025 Season Kickoff!
Interested in learning more about competitive horse judging? Join the Boulder County 4-H Horse Judging Team for a season kickoff potluck on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. Discover more about the team, fulfill your 4-H judging requirement, and see what competitive judging is all about! No horse ownership or 4-H horse project enrollment required.
BOULDER COUNTY 4-H
BOULDER COUNTY 4-H
BOULDER COUNTY 4-H EVENT CALENDAR
OUR TeamUp Calendar IS UPDATED OFTEN AND IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND OUR MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION (https://teamup.com/kstehhrw3yyee6xjph)
DATES TO REMEMBER THIS MONTH
01/04 -Rabbit Project Workshop
01/11 -Cavy Project Workshop
01/17 -Dairy Cattle Project Classroom Workshop
01/20 -Cake Decorating Project Workshop
01/27 -Cat Project Open House
01/29 -Horse Judging Team Welcome Night
01/30 -Enrollment deadline (without an additional fee) for returning members
01/22 -Family Forum
SHARE YOUR CLUB NEWS
The Clover Gazette 4-H Newsletter is published 11 times a year. News articles are welcomed by members, leaders and clubs! Please email your articles/entries to Jeannie on or before the 20th of the preceding month.
Do you have photos you'd like to share? Please send them to Jeannie.
Fair warning: They will probably be posted on social media and used on our marketing materials.
MEET OUR TEAM
MEET OUR TEAM
4-H Youth Development/ Outreach County Specialist
4-H Youth Development/ Livestock & Animals County Specialist
4-H Project Assistant
4-H Program Secretary
Boulder County Extensions Office
9595 Nelson Rd, Box B
Longmont, Colorado 80501
(303) 678-6238
4hinfo@bouldercounty.org
Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider.
Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.
CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
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