Join us for another great year of 4-H! |
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4-H enrollment for the 2021 - 2022 year opens September 1st and we are SO excited! The cost of enrollment is $30 for 4-H members and you can register through 4HOnline2.0.com. Tell your friends & get signed up TODAY! |
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Help us share Dallas County 4-H with others! |
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In the 2020-21 Iowa 4-H year, there was a statewide decline in enrollment numbers. With the new 4-H year starting very soon, it is our job to share how awesome 4-H is with others!
What is 4-H?
4‑H is America's largest youth development organization—empowering nearly six million young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime.
Why is 4-H important?
Youth who participate in 4-H earn higher grades, have higher civic engagement and engage in less risky behavior compared to non-4-H youth (Lerner & Lerner, 2013).
How can I get others involved?
Tell your friends! We are happy to have youth and adult volunteers alike join our Dallas County 4-H family.
Please contact Allie at awisger@iastate.edu with questions about joining the Dallas County 4-H program.
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Join us for the post fair meeting September 21st! |
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We will be hosting the 2021 Dallas County Fair Post Fair meeting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, September 21st, 2021 at the Dallas County Fairgrounds in the Community Building. This is an opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas, and changes that you would like to see at the 2022 Dallas County Fair.
Can't make the meeting? Share your thoughts anonymously below.
We'd love to hear from you!
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Did you participate in the DreamDirt Virtual Premium Auction? |
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We have received all of the funds from the buyers and checks are ready to be picked up! If you participated in the virtual premium auction, please stop by the Dallas County Fairgrounds, outside of the Extension Office, on September 14th from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM to pick up your check!
Please bring a 'Thank You' note to be distributed to your buyers!
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Congratulate our Dallas County Fair
4H'ers of the Day!
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These awesome Dallas County 4-H members were selected by the County Council as Dallas County Fair 4-H Members of the Day! Congratulations!
- Kennedy Cheney; for helping all day at the horse show even though her horse was sick and unable to come to the fair.
- Gwenna Warmbold; for being supportive, positive and hardworking, (all attributes nominated by different people!)
- Jane Andrle; for taking leadership roles with younger members in both swine and goats.
- Calvin Justice; for discussing his rabbit project and being courteous,
- Ashlyn Atkins for her work ethic.
- Bailey Christensen for helping a younger 4-H'er with his cattle project in the show ring.
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Congratulate our Dallas County Fair
Herdmanship Award Winners
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The County Council would like to congratulate the members listed above for demonstrating outstanding herdsmanship during the 2021 Dallas County Fair.
So, what is herdsmanship?
Webster's dictionary defines herdsman as "a manager, breeder, or tender of livestock". Herdsmanship is providing quality, responsible care of our livestock animals by doing the following: feeding & watering on a timely schedule, grooming the animal, keeping their pen (stall) clean with fresh bedding, show respect, consideration for ALL livestock, keep aisles clean and clutter-free, as well as educate the public on the care, training, and showing of livestock.
Who is the County Council?
County Council is a group of Dallas County 4-H'ers from different clubs who work as a youth leadership team. They have regular meetings, do community service projects, plan fun events for Dallas County 4-H, and so much more! If you would be interested in joining the County Council, please contact Allie at the Extension Office.
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Help us congratulate Dan & Ila Taylor! |
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Dan & Ila Taylor are our
2021 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame recipients from Dallas County. The two have served Dallas County for years & we are so appreciative of all they have contributed to our 4-H program.
Interested in reading their story?
Click the link below!
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4-H'ers & Parents Welcome! |
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Interested in learning about floral design? Join us on September 22nd for a fun & educational evening with our Dallas County Master Gardeners! BYOJ (Bring your own jar!) and for $5 you will be guided in making a beautiful bouquet from the Master Gardeners cut garden. Parents & siblings are welcome! Pre-register below. |
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Congratulations, State Fair Exhibitors! |
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Dallas County had several 4-H participate at the 2021 Iowa State Fair!
Click the link below to view a full list of results.
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NEW Dallas County 4-H Club! |
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Dallas County 4-H is looking forward to the addition of the Dallas County Wild Finders, a new outdoor adventure-based 4-H club. The Wild Finders are looking forward to many hikes, conservation service projects, outdoor exploration, and other adventures. If you or anyone you know would be interested in joining, please contact Allie at the extension office. We are also looking for adult volunteers! |
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Wild Dallas County: Too Much FUN! |
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August 5th, Dallas County Extension, and the Dallas County Conservation Board partnered to present "Wild Dallas County" to 13 area youth (grades 5th - 7th grade). The participants were able to experience canoeing, kayaking, fire building, and shelter building. We are looking forward to offering this program again next summer and to the addition of "Wild Iowa", an overnight experience for 7th - 9th graders. See you there! |
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Dallas County 4-H represents at State 4-H Livestock Judging! |
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The Dallas County 4-H Livestock Judging Team has been competing across the state since they started practicing in January. This past weekend they competed at the Iowa State 4-H Livestock Judging competition in Ames, IA, where one of their junior teams took second place out of 15 teams from across the state! The second-place jr. team (Haylee, Jackson, Cole, & Eliza) was joined by an 8th place individual from Dallas County, Aidan. The team plans to return next year to take first place. Congrats team!
Information about joining the livestock judging team will be coming out later in the year. We would also like to send out a huge thank you to our awesome coach, Emily Wynn! You ROCK!
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Current Dallas County 4-H calendar:
More to come!
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So many exciting things are headed Dallas County 4-H's way! Keep an eye out for changes and additions. Looking for more things to do? Check out our website. |
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Dallas County 4-H Autumn Art Workshops |
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Interested in sharpening your artistic abilities? We are in the process of scheduling a 2021 Dallas County 4-H Autumn Art Workshop series that will include different topic areas such as photography, pottery, and drawing. Keep an eye out for dates to be released! There will be one in October, November, and December. Want to be added to the early contact group? Sign up below. We can't wait!
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Allison Wisgerhof
awisger@iastate.edu
515-993-4281
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