Nobles County 4-H Clover Update

July 2018 Nobles County Clover Update

Here's what's new on the Nobles County 4-H website this month!

What are you doing this summer? 2018 Project Tour & More

Nobles County 4-H has several opportunities for exploratory learning for youth ranging in age from Kindergarten-6th Grade! Come check out our 5 summer programs happening in July, all of which happen in varying areas of Nobles County!

2018 Nobles County Fair detailed schedule

Are you ready for the Nobles County Fair?! Here's a schedule for you which has ALL OF THE DETAILS you may need! This Schedule includes Performance Day, Pre-Fair Clean Up, Livestock Pen/Gate set up, Stall Card Hanging, Office moving to the Fair, Dog Show & Set Up, show schedules, ID & Weigh In times, and awesome fairboard planned activities.

Please note the fair is a week prior to it usually take place. This year, we have also altered our Livestock Show Schedules- TAKE NOTE!

July Cloverbuds-"Amazing Race"

The next Cloverbud meeting will be on Tuesday, July 10th from 6:00-7:30 p.m., under the Plaza at the Nobles County Fairgrounds.

The Clovers 4-H Club is planning the activities for this month's meeting, with the theme of Amazing Race! The Clovers ask that all youth participating wear clothes they can run and get dirty in, and absolutely NO Flip Flops/Sandals! RSVP by July 6th.

County Fair help sign up

This year, to sign up for county fair helper jobs, we will be using SignUp Genius. This is the same website used to sign up for shifts at the 4-H foodstand!

On July 1st, Katie will send out the link for SignUp Genius to the Ambasadors via email and text message. The Ambassadors will have one week to to sign up for their choice of jobs, then on July 5th, Katie will email out the SignUp Genius Link to the Youth Leader aged youth (6th grade & Up) for them to choose a job if they would like!

Pre & Post-Fair clean up shifts

Clubs! Please don't forget your designated Pre-Fair and Post Fair Clean Up Shifts!

Pre-Fair Clean Up Shifts take place on Saturday, July 21st and Monday, July 23rd. Post Fair Clean Up takes place Sunday, August 5th! We will need all hands on deck to make these days go smoothly!

Pre-Fair livestock set up

Alright Livestock Families, we need your help with pen/gate set up! Each Livestock Committee has set up their own time to set up pens/gates and need all the bodies and muscle that we can get!

Check out the times in which have been set by each committee.

Remember your foodstand shifts!

Don't forget to sign up for your foodstand shift today! It is expected that any youth participating in the Nobles County Fair (with the exception of Cloverbuds) will serve the appropriate amount of time at the 4-H Foodstand. It is also expected that one parent/adult from each household serve a foodstand shift as well.

The foodstand shifts are organized by day and time. Certain jobs are designed for older youth, adults or younger youth. Please find one that works within your schedule!

July Federation meeting celebration!

The July Advisory Board meeting will take place on Monday, July 16th at 6:00 PM.

The annual July Federation Meeting Picnic will begin at 6:30 PM, with the July Federation Meeting to follow at 7:00 PM. Any youth who participated in ISE, 4-H Camp, YELLO, or Ambassador program, please plan to attend the meeting and report back on your summer experiences!

This year, the Advisory Board decided to treat our families for a celebration of the accomplishments and volunteer time they've put into our program in 2017-2018 by providing the meal for the picnic. Please RSVP by July 12th

More 4-H news this month

Link to Nobles County Extension web site

Performance Day takes place July 20th, "Nobles County 4-H in Full Bloom"
The 2018 Performance Day Judging and Public Show takes place Friday, July 20th at the Minnesota West Fine Arts Building! Performance Day Judging includes the following Project Areas: Clothes you Make, Clothes You Buy, Fashion Review, Performing Arts, & Public Presentations Click the article title to learn more about specifics dealing with this judging period and public show!

Did you sign up for a Livestock Interview?

Read this article to find out some tips and potentiall questions when participating in the 4-H Livestock Interview Program! Livestock Interviews take place Tuesday, July 31st from 9 AM-11 AM in Olson Arena.

Foodstand punch cards for sale July 16th!
Do you find yourself always giving your children money for food at the foodstand?! Here's an easy way to feed your family throughout the day, buy a 4-H Foodstand Punch Cards! Learn more about 4-H Foodstand Punch Cards by clicking the article title!

Reminder: What is your current LQA&E status?

You don't want to forget to have a current LQA&E status! LQA&E stands for Livestock Quality Assurance & Ethics, and this is a training for youth who show livestock. ALL youth who plan to attend the Minnestoa State Fair must have a current LQA&E Status in 4-H online. In Nobles County, youth who show Swine also must have a current LQA&E status to adhere to the PQA rules.

2018 Ribbon Sale Update
Are you thinking about participating in the Ribbon Sale at the 2018 Nobles County Fair? This year, the Ribbon Sale will take place on Friday, August 3rd at 6:00 P.M. Click the article title to find out some updates and education that you might want to hear about before the fair arrives!

State Fair chaperones are needed!
The Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner! We are in need of SCREENED 4-H Volunteers to help keep our youth safe while away from home! Click the article title to find out more information.

Hotel rooms blocked off for Livestock Encampment at Minnesota State Fair
This year, there are two options with rooms blocked off for Nobles County 4-H while attending the Minnesota State Fair during the Livestock Encampment August 22nd-26th, 2018. Click article title for the details!

2018-2019 Federation Officer Team & Advisory Board open seats
Are you interested in gaining new leadership skills? Consider running for a Federation Officer Position! Adults- are you interested in being more involved within the County? Perfect! We have options for you too! Click article title for more information regarding these upcoming Leadership Opportunities

Mark your calendars!
Here is a complete list events, meetings, deadlines, etc. for the month of July & August! Please note the additions to the calendar!

Message from Dorothy: 4-H and agriculture: Preparing youth for a lifetime of impact

Associate dean and state 4-H director Dorothy Freeman encourages youth and the adults who support them to explore an agrisciece project this year. It's a great way to build skills, connect with mentors and find real solutions to challenges in your community!

Plan to attend annual volunteer training this fall

Powerful things happen for youth when they're in a positive relationship with caring adults. The 2018 annual volunteer training, "4-H Grows Relationships," will ready youth and adult volunteers to connect to young people in meaningful ways. Watch for dates and locations across the state this fall and plan to bring a team of youth and adult volunteers.

Extension Development and Minnesota 4-H award eight scholarships

Congratulations to the 2018 Minnesota 4-H scholarship recipients! These eight outstanding 4-H youth and alumni from across Minnesota stood out among over 100 individuals who submitted applications.

Remember livestock demonstration opportunities

Again in 2018 the Minnesota Livestock Breeders Association will be providing $30 cash awards to all 4-H members who complete a livestock demonstration during 4-H livestock weekend at the Minnesota State Fair. Start planning your livestock demonstration today!

Learn about scholarships available for college-bound 4-H youth

Two scholarships are being offered for Minnesota 4-H youth pursuing post-secondary studies at accredited colleges and universities. Over $58,000 is awarded annually through a competitive application process.

Calendar

Check out all of the upcoming events in Nobles County on our website. The events are in chronological order and can be filtered by subtopic at the top of the web page.

Katie Klosterbuer | Program Coordinator | 507-293-5313 | [email protected] | www3.extension.umn.edu/local/nobles/

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