THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
THE CLOVER GAZETTE
4-H NEWSLETTER
MAY 2023
MAY 2023
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4-H NEWSLETTER
THE MAIN EVENT
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES!
We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Boulder 4-H members who are graduating high school this month! Your time in 4-H has been marked by your dedication to developing your leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, and we are so proud of the incredible young adults you have become. We know that the lessons and values you've learned in 4-H will stay with you for life, and we can't wait to see how you will use them to achieve great things in your future pursuits. We wish you all the best as you take the next steps on your journey. Once again, congratulations on this wonderful achievement!
We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Boulder 4-H members who are graduating high school this month! Your time in 4-H has been marked by your dedication to developing your leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, and we are so proud of the incredible young adults you have become. We know that the lessons and values you've learned in 4-H will stay with you for life, and we can't wait to see how you will use them to achieve great things in your future pursuits. We wish you all the best as you take the next steps on your journey. Once again, congratulations on this wonderful achievement!
-Your 4-H Team
-Your 4-H Team
Here's a look at our 4-H Members who are graduating High School in 2023
Here's a look at our 4-H Members who are graduating High School in 2023
Charlotte "Charley" Helgans
2023 will be Charley's 6th year in 4-H. She started by exhibiting her art at the county fair, then progressed to the dog, horse, and market beef projects over the years. This year, although her last in 4-H, she is trying a brand-new project.... swine!
Charley was on the state conference- winning Parlipro team, competing with her horse at the Colorado State Fair
All the friends she has made along her 4-H journey. She is grateful for her years of fun, leadership, and learning in 4-H.
Charley plans to study engineering at a CalPoly.
Julia Ruddick
My name is Julia Ruddick and I have been in 4-H for seven years now, and have shown pigs at boulder county, selling them in the Jr. Livestock Sale, and participating in the 4-H gymkhana this year. While in 4-H I have learned many new things every year that I will take with me my whole life, all while having fun and meeting new people who have similar interests as me. Though I am sad that my 4-H years are coming to an end I am excited to start a new chapter in my life, starting with studying animal science at Laramie County Community College.
Isaiah Schieffer
I have been in 4-H for nine years and throughout those years I showed cattle, horses, swine, lambs, and dairy goats.
I am going to the College of the Ozarks where I will study Video Production, Theology, and Biblical Studies. I will also be in an Army program where I will graduate as a commissioned officer.
Moriah McQueen
“Is your glass half empty or half full?”, asked the mole. “I think I’m grateful to have a glass,” said the boy.
-The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse
Over the past 10 years of my participation in 4-H, I have been able to learn so, SO very much. However, I am walking away with one keyword. The word is “gratitude.” I haven’t had a program impact me quite the way 4-H has. Between the laughs, the cries, the highs, the lows, and everything in between, I am walking into this next phase of my life equipped with useful skills I have acquired through this amazing program. Furthermore, I am walking away with the realization that I am called to live for a purpose greater than just myself. While it is great to make improvements, meet goals, and accomplish different milestones, there is always room for improvement. Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching. As I am moving into this next phase of my life where I will be attending Texas A&M University as a member of their D1 Equestrian Team, the Boulder County 4-H program will forever hold a special place in my heart. In the meantime, I urge you to soak up the good times, make the best of the bad times, and enjoy everything in between. Thanks and Gig’ Em’ Aggies!
-Moriah McQueen
Nora Tayefeh
Nora participated in a variety of projects throughout her 10 years in 4-H: entomology, fiber goats, dog, poultry, shooting sports, and horse. As she reflects on her 4-H experience, she is grateful for the lifelong friends and connections she has made. She is also very thankful for her club and county-level leaders and the vast volunteer network, who guided her in so many ways to explore her interests in depth which helped lead her to pursue a degree in the sciences. She has learned valuable lifelong skills such as leadership, critical thinking, self-directed inquiry, animal husbandry, archery, and training dogs, to name a few. There are so many opportunities for project exploration and leadership in 4-H. For Nora, it has been a very rewarding experience and she hopes all 4-Hers are inspired to pursue their interests to the fullest extent possible!
Congratulations to Nora on being selected as a recipient of a 2023 Boettcher Foundation Scholarship! She will attend Colorado State University in the fall, majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in Entomology.”
Jett Hinze
Jett has shown market beef for the last two years and is currently working with his animals to hopefully win Grand Champion in his third and final year. He has enjoyed being part of the club Chutes and Boots throughout his time in 4-H.
Jett plans to study business management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Conor Zaruby
Joining 4-H has been a great and positive experience for me. I joined it as a way to connect with peers that held similar interests and were part of a good community. I’ve met new people, seen a whole new side of shooting sports, and just genuinely enjoyed myself while I was at it. I’m kinda regretful that I didn’t join sooner but even though I’ve only been a part of it for a year, it has changed me for the better.
Next year I will be studying Applied Math and Data Science at the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada.
Kylee Roberts
I have been in 4-H for 3 years. It has really helped me and my horses build structure and discipline. I am very grateful for my club and everything they do for us and will it in the coming years.
Lucie Dolenc
Lucie started 4-H when she was 8 years old! Since then she has shown rabbits, poultry, lambs, swine, and goats. She has been the historian, president, and secretary of her club - Goats and Galore. One of her favorite memories with 4-H is walking in the Boulder County Fair Parade. She would like to thank her parents, club leaders, project leaders, and fellow 4-H members for their support!
Lucie plans to attend Dordt University to study Agricultural Missions.
Mackenzie Weber
I have been in 4-H for 6 years participating in the horse project. I have shown at both the county and state levels, and I am a level 4 rider in English, Western, and Showmanship. I have been treasurer, Vice President, and am currently the President of Easy Riders. I have also been a member of the Horsebowl and Hippology Teams, where I have had to opportunity to compete in several national-level contests.
Starting in the fall, I will be attending the University of Colorado Boulder where I will major in Biomedical Engineering.
Jared Ingmire
Jared has been in 4-H since 2015. He has enjoyed a variety of projects over the years. After graduating from Erie High School, he plans to attend the University of North Dakota in the fall. He will be studying high-altitude unmanned aerial drones.
Raven Jean Vogels
I've enjoyed my time doing the horse project in 4-H.
I'm planning on going to college for Equine Science and Agricultural Business
Ragan Roberts
I have been in 4-H for 3 years, I’ve had so much fun, and have grown so much.
Sarah Shehigian
Sarah is completing her ninth year in 4-H. She has had the privilege of showing alpacas, goats, rabbits, poultry, cavies, and now dogs. She is grateful to Boulder County 4-H for the opportunities she has been given as a youth member.
Sarah is headed to CSU in the fall to study exploratory environmental science.
Sheridan McBee
I’m Sheridan McBee and have been in 4-H for 13 years. I am graduating from Mead High School and my current projects are dogs, horses, and archery along with 4 market lambs through FFA. I’ve been in every officer position multiple times (except secretary as I'm not a great writer) and was the reporter for the St. Vrain Valley FFA chapter. My younger self would be shocked to know I can talk in front of a crowd and this year I currently serve as our Boulder County Fair Lady in Waiting and will be the 2024 Queen.
This fall I will be attending Aims Community College with a major in welding. I’ll always cherish the memories and friends I’ve made along this journey and I can’t wait to come back to help in the coming years.
Carly Borchers
Hello, my name is Carly Borchers I have been in 4-H for 7 years. I have grown so much as a person and 4-H member, when I first joined, I was a very shy person who didn’t talk much and kept to myself. After a year I realized I can be myself around all 4-H members and started making friends, talking about my projects, and encouraging others to join.
The 4-H community has been so kind to me from the leaders to the volunteers and of course the members. They can always bring a smile to my face even if I’m having a rough day. 4-H has taught me how to take care of my animals, how to show them, and how to treat animals with care and kindness. Thanks to 4-H I have been able to discover this part of myself.
I have met such great people and friends through my projects, Thank you all for being so kind to me.
Harrison Falborn
Harrison has been in 4-H for many years and most recently was the President of the Niwot Nifties Club.
Sophia McBee
Hello, I'm Sophia McBee, I have been in 4-H for 13 years and the experiences I’ve had are irreplaceable. I cannot be more thankful for my 4-H leaders that helped me along the way…Clare, Heather, Curt, Fay, Anne, Janet, and especially my Mom and Dad, who have been leaders that have molded me. I have created some of my longest and strongest friendships over these many years and I have gained valuable leadership and community citizenship skills. From showing bunnies, goats, and dogs as well as competing in archery, leathercraft, ceramics, and early on in cake decorating, I have truly enjoyed it all and will miss this huge part of my life.
I am very excited about my future as I’m graduating from Niwot High and will be attending Clark University in Massachusetts and majoring in Biology!
Ava Wright
I have been homeschooled since 1st grade alongside my younger sister, Audrey. I have competed in 4-H in the Horse, Breeding Sheep, and Market Lamb projects plus several rodeo associations since I was 11. I am finishing my 4-H career as the 2023 Boulder County Fair Queen and doing so has uncovered my passion for horses and mentoring kids.
This fall, I will attend Tarleton State University in Stephenville Texas where I will compete on the Stock Horse Team and study both Agricultural Communications and Animal Science Business with an Equine Certification. My goal with these skills is to raise and train horses, be a social media manager, and mentor youth.
I would like to thank my family and friends for their inspiration, support, love, and laughter. I am excited to embark on the next leg of my adventure and stand by the opening quote in the Clone Wars Season 4, Episode 1, “Our actions define our legacy.”
Katrina Canfield
Michael Kingery
COUNCILS AND ACTIVITIES
COUNCILS AND ACTIVITIES
YOUTH COUNCIL
YOUTH COUNCIL
All 4-H members are encouraged to join. We are always ready to welcome new members! It's not too late. We hope to see you at our next meeting on May 3, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Natural Resource Building Extension Office Meeting Room . The Executive team will meet at 5:45 pm.
Click HERE for more information on Youth Council.
4-H ADULT COLLABORATIVE
4-H ADULT COLLABORATIVE
(FORMERLY THE LEADERS ADULT ADVISORY COUNCIL)
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 May 3, 2023– at 6:30 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, May 1, 2023, at 6:30 pm
Currently virtual meetings - contact Brenda Kwang for Zoom link - bkwang@bouldercounty.org
CLOVERBUDS
CLOVERBUDS
All registered Cloverbuds are welcome to join us on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, in the Clover Club Room at Boulder County Fairgrounds at 6:00 pm
Come join us as we explore The Incredible Egg Drop! We will be having an egg drop experiment. See you there!
Cloverbud Leader: Karli Hardesty
4-H NEWS- STATE
4-H NEWS- STATE
STATE 4-H NEWS/EVENTS
Colorado State 4-H Conference
Calling all Colorado 4-H members ages 14 and up!
Don't forget to mark your calendar for the Colorado 4-H State Conference occurring June 20-23, 2023! The theme this year is "Opening Doors".
Senior members attending will have the opportunity to learn more about CSU through guest speakers, workshops, tours, and contests.
Youth/Adult Registration is a flat fee of $150 (does not include commuter parking pass ONLY dorm lot parking). Participants will need to select their desired lodging, contest (s), and workshops. Please review the Tentative Schedule below
All contest individuals and teams must have a Coach and/or Adult chaperone that is an approved and enrolled Volunteer in 4HOnline.
Registration Deadline: May 17th @ 11:59 PM – No refunds after the deadline
Tentative Schedule | 4HOnline Registration Now Open! | Workshop Descriptions | More Info.
2023 Colorado State University Livestock Judging Camp
This camp will provide an opportunity for 4-H and FFA members to practice their livestock judging skills through in-class instruction, sample classes, one on one and small group reasons help, and a contest taking place on the final day. Students will be able to get individualized help with judging topics that they are either struggling with or want to improve on through both current and past CSU livestock judging team members.
The camp will be held May 31-June 2 on the CSU campus, as well as at ARDEC, our university's farm. Participants will have two options for registration: commuting to camp each day ($200) or staying in the dorms ($300). Below is the link to register, and attached is the informational flier.
Link to register: https://forms.gle/GmccpQquiSdaH96Q6
CSU Livestock Judging Camp Contact Information:
Mesa Kutz
mesa.kutz@colostate.edu
(479)236-8888
4-H NEWS- AROUND COLORADO
4-H NEWS- AROUND COLORADO
WORKSHOPS AND OTHER EVENTS
Rabbit Members- Check out this workshop! We understand this one is a little further away, but it may be worth the drive. It could be such a good learning experience!
GENERAL 4-H NEWS
GENERAL 4-H NEWS
WORKSHOPS/TRAINING
We have several workshops/training going on the next few months. Check them out! All these events can be found on our Calendar.
TECHNOLOGY DAYS
New this year!
Boulder County 4-H is going techy. Two tour dates are set for June. We’ll be visiting 1-2 businesses each day (same program for each day) and participating in activities about technology and space. The program will run from 9 Am until 2 Pm. Parents are welcome. Please register by June 1. The cost is $10 / person. Invite your friends and Register today!
Please contact Faith with questions.
DISTRICT 2 JUNIOR JAM-SAVE THE DATE
District 2 Junior Jam.
This is an event for Junior aged youth in Larimer, Boulder, and Weld counties. More details and registration will be coming soon. It is a 1-day camp held at The Ranch on June 16th from 8 am -11 am.
Please follow this link to register for camp:
https://us.openforms.com/Form/03b83aa0-3291-468f-b94a-835a5dc60eef
The cost of this event is $25.00 per camper. Payments will be made online at the time of registration.
Registration is limited to the first 50 members to sign up.
Please contact Faith with questions.
COMMUNITY SERVICE- SHOOTING SPORTS
April was a busy month for the Shotgun and 22 members fulfilling Community Service activities at the Berthoud Gun Club.
April 8th was the grounds clean-up day. 4-H Volunteers were able to complete these tasks:
raked
picked up trash
picked up shell casings
picked up debris from all three level ranges.
April 22nd was a cool but pleasant day repairing the fence. Special attention was placed on the second level where the 22 shooters shoot. There the fence had been down in several places and in disarray for a few years. Between the 8th & 22nd Berthoud Gun Club members dug and reset new posts in preparation for the 22nd to upright and repair the downed fence with minimal cost.
4-H & Berthoud Gun Club volunteers secured or reattached pickets or moved the older picket panels to the new posts to fully upright the entire southern fence. A slight error in ordering enough pickets as a small opening remains, but overall the fence is standing once again.
WE HAVE THE BEST VOLUNTEERS- CONGRATULATION KENDRA!
Boulder County Volunteer Program Enrichment Awards recognized seven volunteers who
made noteworthy contributions to the county and awarded each of the seven programs $900. Volunteer managers countywide were invited to nominate volunteers, and Kendra was of the seven people chosen!
Let's take a moment to shine a spotlight on Kendra McConnell, our 4-H Volunteer Leader for Horse Judging in Boulder County. 🐴🏆
BOULDER COUNTY FAIR
BOULDER COUNTY FAIR
FAIR BOARD BUZZ
LIVESTOCK SALE - We are gearing up for the livestock sale this year on Sunday, Aug 13. It is never too early to start sending letters, and go out and meet with potential buyers for your animal. Each youth participating in the sale should have engaged with at least 10 potential buyers prior to the fair.
Watch this space each month to see how the fair is progressing, we can't wait to see you at the fair!
~Melanie Bohren, Fair Board President
Congratulations to Charnoff Family for being selected as the Fair Family for 2022! Brande Charnoff is our Poultry Superintendent and has recently become the Cat Superintendent, which is one of our fastest-growing projects! Check the web page for their complete bio.
ROYAL CRITTER CONTEST
ROYAL CRITTER CONTEST - Do you have a pig that's a ham, a goat that gobbles up the applause, a pony that loves the limelight, a dog that knows a few tricks - or any guinea pig, cat, cow, chicken, horse, sheep or duck with royal potential? Enter in the First Annual Royal Critter Contest!
Submit an entry form and essay to the Boulder County Fair by July 1, a panel from the Fair Board will select finalists that will compete in person on Tue, Aug 1, where one lucky critter will be crowned Critter King or Queen of the Boulder County Fair. The Royal Critter will reign throughout the fair, with a special stall or pen set up for their adoring public to visit with them and regular updates on the web page and social media. The winner will be awarded a $100 cash prize and a rotating trophy!
ROYALTY PAGEANT
Wouldn’t you LOVE to be a part of the Boulder County Fair Royalty?
Our pageant will be held on July 17th, 2023 at the BoCoFairgrounds
Are you between the age of 15 and 18? Would you love the opportunity to represent your Boulder County Fair?
Applications can be found at www.bouldercountyfair.org General Info Tab Royalty Tab
Deadline to submit June 26, 2023
GENERAL PROJECTS
GENERAL PROJECTS
SPEECH AND DEMONSTRATION RESULTS
Congratulation to our members who qualified to represent Boulder County 4-H in the State 4-H Speech contest at Colorado State 4-H Conference in June!
Mattea McQueen: Prepared Speech
Audrey Wright: Horse Prepared Speech
Clare DeSouza: Horse Prepared Speech
Thank you to their coach Kendra McConnel who helped prepare them for their regional contest!
FOODS AND NUTRITION TIPS
The 4-H Youth Healthy Habits survey, commissioned by the National 4-H Council, polled over 1,500 youth between the ages of 13-19 nationwide and found that:
68% satisfy their hunger with junk food because it’s more accessible to them at school than healthy food.
66% spend more time deciding what they want to watch on Netflix and YouTube than thinking about what they eat.
85% say junk food is more accessible and cost-effective, which usually drives decision-making for their families and friends.
Learning how to make healthy snacks and meals will help you stay healthy and beat these statistics. The 4-H website has practice recipes and tips. Be sure to register through 4-h.org to see more information on these activities online. The below is just a sampling, there is a lot to learn!
-Erin Williams
4-H Foods and Nutrition Superintendent
CAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP
Join us to practice decorating a cake in the unit that you are enrolled in for 4-H cake decorating. We will review tips and tricks for completing a successful cake for the fair.
All participants should bring: a cake or cupcakes (depending on the unit), a cake board with foil, wax paper, scissors, scotch tape, a frosting tool, buttercream frosting, or frosting allowed by the unit. Depending on your unit requirements also bring these items that will help you enhance your selected theme: edible items, bags/couplers, specific tips, flower nails, fondant, etc. Cake decorating project members we look forward to seeing you at this workshop!
Register today!
Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/cakewkshp
CAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP
Front Range Cake Decorating Contest – our qualifying event for the State competition at the State Fair
Front Range Cake Decorating Contest – our qualifying event for the State competition at the State Fair
Front Range Cake Decorating Contest will be held on Saturday, June 3 beginning at 10 AM at the Jefferson County Extension office, EMCR room.
Registration will be 9:30 - 10 AM.
Contest begins at 10 AM
Awards will tentatively be at 12:30
Families with multiple participants should complete this registration for each member separately.
All ages are encouraged to participate! We'll have a special category for Cloverbuds. Please click here for access to the rules and classes: Contest Rules
Awards will be held following a brief break at the conclusion of all classes.
Each county will provide ribbons/awards for the event. This is a qualifying event for the State Cake Decorating contest during the Colorado State Fair.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19 – https://bit.ly/2023cake
REGISTRATION FEE: $6.00/person - https://boulder-county-4-h.square.site/
ROCKET FLY DAY
TAKING OFF WITH 4-H ROCKETS
TAKING OFF WITH 4-H ROCKETS
Boulder County Rocket Fly Day!
Sunday, May 21, 2023
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Fairgrounds Parking Lot
Rocket Fly Day Contest Rules:
1. Rocketry members are asked to bring their own rocket that matches the unit signed up for. We will furnish all launching equipment. Each contestant will be required to launch their rocket twice (time and weather permitting). Members are to supply rockets, engines, igniters, parachutes, and wading. A field box is advisable.
2. Rockets must be launched with FIRST FLIGHT ENGINES ONLY and use a parachute recovery system (streamer and tumble recovery not allowed).
3. Event will be judged on construction, flight stability, range safety, chute deployment, and landing. Rockets must be painted.
4. Rocket must be checked in with color panel (picture) from the kit which indicates engine size, or from the catalog with proof of skill level and recommended first flight engine. Units 1-4 must have a colored picture of the rocket from the kit or catalog with proof of skill level and recommended first-flight engine. Unit 6 must state the size of the first flight engine at check-in.
5. Exhibitors must fly a rocket pertaining to the skill level in which they are entered.
Items You Will Need to Bring Day of Launch
1. Bring three engines with you - every contestant gets to launch twice. The engines to be used are the first flight engines. A list of engines is located on the package your rocket came in. The first engine size listed is the one you should be using on the day of launching.
2. Be sure to have plenty of igniters with you
3. Bring extra recovery wadding
4. Bring an extra parachute
5. You are allowed to make repairs. Bring super glue, baby powder, and any other items for your rocket.
6. Need to be at the launch location at 9:00 am for check-in. Flights will wrap up around 11:00 am, awards will be handed out after the last flight.
The FLY day is contingent on local weather conditions and fire danger. Best efforts will be given to notify participants of changes at least 24 hours in advance.
Cloverbuds are welcome to make and launch any type of rocket!
Please RSVP
DOG
DOG
DOG NEWS
5 Ways To Keep Your Dog Safe In Spring
5 Ways To Keep Your Dog Safe In Spring
By: Alessia Daelli - 4x4 Dog Club Reporter
Poisonous plants look delicious to your dog- Dogs think that plants, such as tulips, are beautiful and delicious treats but if digested they can be very destructive to the digestive path. Other poisonous flowers include oleander, azaleas, chrysanthemums, and daffodils.
No mid-walk grass snacks - When your dog is playing in the yard or you are on a walk you shouldn’t let them nibble on grass due to the dangers. Grass, like flowers, looks very tasty to dogs. The fertilizer on grass can be toxic to dogs. You should also take care when fertilizing your own yard and make sure that it is pet-friendly fertilizer, to keep your pup healthy and safe.
Splashing in puddles not for drinking - Puddles have many surprises that can harm your dog. They may have dangerous bacteria that can harm your furry friend's digestive tract.
Insect issues- Fleas and ticks are one of the biggest problems that dogs have to face in the warmer seasons. Make sure to treat your dogs with fleas and tick medication soon.
Bug spray can be deadly to dogs - Bug spray is a great thing in the summer to keep bugs away from you, but it's fatal to dogs. If bug spray is ingested by your dog the side effects can cause death. When spraying yourself with bug spray make sure that you are in a separate area, away from your dog to avoid any issues. All insecticides should be stored in a cabinet that your dog can’t get into or reach.
LIVESTOCK
LIVESTOCK
4-H AC & MQA WERE A SUCCESS!
Thank you to everyone who helped with our training!!
Thank you to everyone who helped with our training!!
ANIMAL CARE AND HOUSING FORMS
Animal Care and Houseing forms are now completed in 4-H Online; members must only submit a hard copy of the Animal Care and Housing form by the designated ownership date ONLY if they WILL NOT be housing the animals at the address listed in 4-H online. The hard copy forms must have all appropriate signatures.
If at any point in the year, a member houses their animals at a different address than listed in their 4-H online profile, they must submit another signed animal care and housing form to the Extension Office. Animal care and housing forms can be found at: Boulder County 4-H Enrollment Page
DAIRY CATTLE
Scheduled 2023 County-Wide Dairy Cattle Workshops
May 19 @ BCF Barn C 6 PM
June 2 @ Pohlmann’s 6 PM
July 21 @ BCF Barn C 6 P
2023 Dairy Cattle Shows
May 5/6 - Little American Royal (LAR) (1 day @ Kersey)
June 9-10th Rocky Mountain Brown Swiss State Show @ Greeley
June 11-13 - CO Dairy Youth Extravaganza (2-1/2 day Sun-Tue) @ Greeley
Aug 10-13 - Boulder County Fair 3-1/2 day @ Longmont
Aug 31-Sept 2 - CO State Fair (2-1/2 day Thurs - Sat) @ Pueblo
Oct 16-22 - SWNBS Show (5 days + 2 travel days) Stillwater, OK
Tentative 2023 CO Dairy Cattle Judging Schedule
Possibly June 8 -9:30 AM WCE or a dairy
June 15 - usually 9:30 AM @ various dairies
June 22 - usually 9:30 AM @ various dairies
June 29 - usually 9:30 AM @ various dairies
July 6 - usually 9:30 AM @ various dairies
July 13 - usually 9:30 AM @ various dairies
July 20 – State Dairy Judging Contest 8:30 AM @ Docheff Dairy
PREMISE ID
A Premise ID is required to exhibit at the Boulder County Fair and Colorado State Fair for livestock animals. Premises identification will provide quick and accurate traceability of livestock and locations in the event of an animal health concern, which will help maintain the health of all Colorado livestock. For complete information and instructions, please visit the General Livestock Information page: https://boulder.extension.colostate.edu/4-h-livestock-general-information/
MARKET SWINE ID
In order to nominate market swine and breeding swine for the 2023 Boulder County Fair, youth must do self-tagging and upload into 4HOnline by May 4, 2023, or attend the swine ID Day on May 8, 2023 along with the sheep and market goat tag in. More details were sent out to those members enrolled in the swine project on that process.
Swine Identification forms, tags, and tagging supplies can be picked up at the 4-H Extension Office (Natural Resource Building) starting April 3, 2023. Our office hours to the public are Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-noon and 1:00-4:30PM. If you need a lunch hour pickup, just let us know ahead of time and we can usually arrange for someone to be here.
Tags are $4 each payable by check or cash at pickup time.
More details on the process and information can be found here when available: https://boulder.extension.colostate.edu/4h/animalid/
MARKET GOAT & SHEEP TAG IN
TAG-IN, RETINAL SCAN, & WEIGH-IN
Livestock: Market Lambs & Market Goats
Where: Boulder County Fairgrounds, BARN C
When: Monday, May 8th, 2023, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. (Time spots reserved- see signup sheet)
(https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FABA628A31-20231 )
Summary:
We will be utilizing the drive-through process in Barn C. Please be prepared before your arrival.
Required:
Male market animals must be castrated or banded
Ewes and does must have scrapie tags
Market goats must be dehorned or have horns “tipped” before exhibiting
Premises ID must be provided
Paperwork should be completed PRIOR to coming to the fairgrounds
$4 per tag – cash or check
Take a photo of your paperwork before turning it into staff. It is your responsibility to be sure your animals are identified, tagged and forms completed correctly.
Process:
Be prepared-
Fill out the tag-in form for market sheep or market goats or both. It is also available at the 4-H Extension website
Tag Fees-
There is a $4.00 fee for each tag. Staff will be collecting the fees and will be located mid aisle. (Exact cash appreciated)
Traffic Flow- see attached diagram
Enter from the SOUTH fairgrounds entrance to the BARN C - EAST SIDE
There will be ONE EAST side entry point. Stop before entering to be sure your paperwork is complete.
If you forgot your paperwork at home, get new forms and complete prior to coming into the barns. Let other trailers pass if you are not ready.
Once paperwork is completed, drive into barn C from the EAST.
Animals should be removed from the vehicle/trailer or brought to the trailer door for tagging & retinal scan to be weighed,
Sheep and Goats will both be weighed this year. They are required to have halter/lead rope on each one of them. Please be prepared with enough halters so we can move through process quickly.
Exit WEST- Upon completion of tag-in, drive outside of the barn to park, turn in tag-in forms, and pay.
LIVESTOCK E-RECORDS
4-H Livestock E-Records are Available:
Check out our livestock pages for more information on your 4-H e-records!
Download them now and start working on them. https://boulder.extension.colostate.edu/4h/projects-2/
If you have challenges with the excel file download- you can get a full zip file of all e-record books at the bottom of this page: https://co4h.colostate.edu/program-areas/colorado-4-h-project-information/
HIPPOLOGY CONTEST
Hippology Coach Donna Pattee, team members Eliza Sanderson, Jocelyn Fiegland, Alarice(Ali) Corlett-Wilkins, Anna Fott, Luke Fieglandand Allegra Sanderson, and Horse Bowl Coach Carmen Porter
Boulder Green Team ready for final round of horse bowl-Deklan McGinley from Campbell County, Allegra Sanderson, Luke Fieglandand, and Anna Fott
Luke Fiegland, Anna Fott, Jocelyn Fiegland, Allegra Sanderson, Eliza Sanderson, and Ali Wilkins-Corlett preparing their judging notes and cards for the live judging contest
The Hippology contest had two team problems.
Prepared (the teams worked together to tack a horse with harness)
Impromptu
Boulder Green Team at awards-DeklanMcGinley of Campbell County, Anna Fott, Luke Fieglandand Allegra Sanderson
On Saturday, April 22, the Boulder County Junior Hippology and Horse Bowl junior teams traveled to Wheatland, Wyoming to participate in the Platte County 4-H Invitational contests and had a fabulous fun learning experience. Platte County provided both contests in one day, including lunch and free T-shirts!
In HorseBowl, both teams performed well buzzing in and answering questions. “Boulder Blue” team consisted of team captain JocelynFiegland, Eliza Sanderson, Alarice(Ali) Corlett-Wilkins, and added team member Alayeh, from Wyoming, who had only joined 4-H one week ago! The “Boulder Green” Team consisted of captain Anna Fott, Luke Fiegland, Allegra Sanderson, and added member Deklan McGinley from Campbell County, Wyoming. The team captains did an outstanding job of including the new members in their teams so that they could have a positive team experience! The Boulder Blue team placed 5th, and the Boulder Green team advanced to the final round and were Reserve Champions.
Platte County, Wyoming, Hippology Contest
The Boulder County hippology team members competed at the Platte County, Wyoming, contest on Saturday, April 22, and had a great contest. The two teams were: Blue Team – Jocelyn Fiegland, Eliza Sanderson, and Alarice Corlett-Wilkins (plus a fourth member from Wyoming); Green Team – Anna Fott, Luke Fiegland, and Allegra Sanderson (plus a fourth team member from another county).
It was a fun but long day with five stations of 20 questions each, a written test, both an impromptu and a prepared team problem, and two live-horse classes to judge in the Wyoming wind! For Eliza, Alarice, and Allegra this was their first contest ever.
The results of the contest were as follows:
Team
• Team Problem Champion – Boulder Green
• Written Test Champion – Boulder Green
• Judging Champion – Boulder Green
• Stations Reserve Champion – Boulder Green
• Overall Champion – Boulder Green
Individual Juniors
• Judging Champion – Luke, Alarice (tied)
• Judging Reserve Champion – Allegra
• Stations Champion – Luke
• Stations Reserve Champion – Alarice
• Stations 3rd place – Allegra
• Written Test Champion – Luke
• Written Test Reserve Champion – Allegra
• Overall Champion – Luke
• Overall Reserve Champion – Allegra
Individual Intermediates
• Judging Champion – Anna
• Stations Champion – Anna
• Stations 3rd place – Jocelyn
• Written Test Reserve Champion – Anna
• Overall Champion – Anna
• Overall 3rd place – Jocelyn
I am very proud of all these team members and look forward to the next contests at Arapahoe County and El Paso County!
-Donna
HORSE JUDGING TEAM
HORSE JUDGING MEETING DATES AND TIME:
HORSE JUDGING MEETING DATES AND TIME:
The Horse Judging Team meets every Wednesday evening to learn about what judges are looking for in the various classes, how to judge and score and practice our presentation skills. Enrollment in the Horse Project and horse ownership is NOT required. We welcome interested youth to come join us for a few practices.
Contact coach Kendra with questions: bouldercountyhorsejudging@gmail.com
SAVE THE DATE:
SAVE THE DATE:
Benefit Horse Show | Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 8:00 pm | Boulder County Fairgrounds
Contact coach Kendra with questions: bouldercountyhorsejudging@gmail.com
SHOOTING SPORTS
SHOOTING SPORTS
SHOOTING SPORTS COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM
Help Boulder County 4-H Shooting Sports with the Community Rewards Program
Help Boulder County 4-H Shooting Sports with the Community Rewards Program
King Soopers is committed to helping our communities grow and prosper. Year after year, local schools, churches, and other nonprofit organizations will earn millions of dollars thanks to you! Our Community Rewards program makes fund-raising easy..all you have to do is shop online or at your local store and swipe your Loyalty Card, funds will then be donated to the organizations of your choosing at no added cost to you or loss of your points.
Here are your steps:
Sign In or Create an Account to Enroll
Once you have an account just sign in and you can enroll or update your Community Rewards account under Savings or go to your Account Settings.
Enroll Now: https://www.kingsoopers.com/i/community/community-rewards
Organization Name: Boulder County 4-H Shooting Sports Council
Organization Number: GU624
RIFLE & PISTOL PRACTICES
All outside practices for 22 Rifle & 22 Pistol will be held (weather permitting) at Berthoud Gun Club on the lower range. All shooting disciplines MUST complete 1 safety class AND at least 5 safe practices signed off by a 4-H certified Shooting Sports instructor & have a hunter's safety card to shoot at the Boulder County Fair Shoot in July. All rifle & pistol shooters in Air & 22, along with certified leaders must sign up to attend each practice, a Sign-Up Genius invite will arrive to you by email for each practice date.
If you have NOT completed a safety class and you would like to shoot at the BCF you need to contact Lisa ASAP!
Air Rifle & Air Pistol practices are held at the fairgrounds in Barn A
Mondays:
May 8th
May 22nd
June 12th
June 26th
July 10th
Wednesdays:
July 14th
Set up, practice & clean up from 5:45 - 6:00 PM.
22 Rifle practices will be held at Berthoud Gun Club at 5:45 PM on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays monthly.
May 11th
May 25th
June 8th
June 22nd
July 13th.
22 Pistol practices will also be held at Berthoud Gun Club on Sunday, 8:45 - 11:45 AM
May 7th
May 21st
June 4th
June 18th
July 9th
July 10th
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
05/08 -Market Lambs & Market Goats Tag In
05/09 -Rabbit Project Meeting
05/13 -Goat Handling Workshop
05/13 -Poultry Project Meeting
05/17 -Cake Decorating Project Workshop
05/21 -Rocket Fly Day
05/21 -Blazing Saddles Horse Show
05/22 -Cat Project Meeting
05/24 -Extension Office Closed
05/29 -Extension Office Closed
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.
Electronic copy only. The Extension staff reserves the right to make any editorial changes deemed necessary.
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
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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.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
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