August🌻
Need the County Council Meeting Zoom Invitation?
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📅 4-H Events
August
27: Club Year-End Paperwork Due
27: Officer Books due to County Office
27: Record Books due
27: Club Leader Orientation YAL Center 9-12 noon
September
5: UCCE/4-H Office CLOSED
24: YAL Fundraiser
Head🍀Heart🍀Hands🍀Health
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Youth Ag & Leadership Foundation 18th Annual BBQ Fundraiser!
Saturday, September 24 | 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Richard's Grove & Saralee's Vineyard, Windsor
The Annual BBQ Fundraiser would not be the success it is without the help and support of our committed volunteers. We will be needing help in the following areas:
• Live or Silent Auction Donations - Clubs will receive 50% of the proceeds
• Club Project Displays - This is a great opportunity to have a table at the event and showcase your project.
• Youth/Adult Volunteers - We will be needing many youth and adult volunteers to help at the event. To sign up, Click Here
We ask that you share this information with your club. Thank you all for your support in making the 18th Annual BBQ Fundraiser a success!
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🏢 From the Sonoma 4-H Office
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4honline Enrollment Open!
Families and volunteers are encouraged to self-enroll in 4-H using 4-H Online.
If you have questions, please contact Michelle at the 4-H office, via email mnozzari@ucanr.edu or by phone at 707-565-2681.
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Warm Welcome to our New Community Education Specialist: Jasmine Dingler!
UCCE Sonoma & Sonoma County 4-H welcomes Jasmine Dingler, our new Community Education Specialist! Jasmine has extensive experience in youth development, community engagement, and volunteer management. She has a Masters in Science from UC Davis, belongs to North American Association for Environmental Education’s Guidelines for Excellence Trainer’s Bureau, is a Certified Interpretive Guide, and California Naturalist Program Instructor. She is also a member of the Sonoma County Environmental Education Collaborative and administrator for their Facebook group, where she shares family programs, events, and educational resources (https://www.facebook.com/groups/997877847021023/).
Jasmine is passionate about teaching and enjoys bringing people together. She is especially excited to start meeting 4-H youth and volunteers and is looking forward to growing program offerings. In her free time, Jasmine enjoys studying wildlife, gardening, cooking, photography, hiking, and spending time with her dog.
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4-H Policy Reminder: Youth Protection Interaction with 4-H Members During 4-H Activities
When planning 4-H events and activities, the expectation is always that a minimum of 2 approved 4-H Adult Volunteers will be present.
Only in the event that an appointed 4-H Adult Volunteer has had an urgent matter, and it then becomes impractical or impossible for a minimum of 2 appointed adult volunteers to be present for the 4-H event or activity, would staff then coordinate and designate another adult at least 21 years old to participate. Use of a non-appointed adult to fulfill these roles is to be done as a last resort, not the standard approach for staff when planning 4-H events and activities.
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🍀 4-H Council: President's Message
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It's hard to believe that "summer" is almost over (many have already returned to school!) and the new 4-H year is winding up! It was so great to see so many faces and projects represented at the Sonoma County Fair this year. I loved seeing everyone and I was so impressed by your hard work and skills! Great job to all of you!
We are working hard to have great Leader Training and Officer Training sessions on August 27th at the YAL Center, and are looking forward to seeing everyone there! Remember each club needs to send a leader to the training, bring all of your end of the year documents and submit any record books (electronically) by that date. Each CCL should have received an email with the upload link information for record books; if you have questions please direct them to our I&R Chair Ellen Johnson. Record books are the ONLY thing we are accepting digitally this year. Also remind your club VECs that they should plan to attend Leader Training as well.
Without spoiling any surprises or sharing information that isn't mine to share, I do want to tease that we should have a new face to introduce at Leader Training as well, so you do NOT want to miss it. Please come.
You can expect our monthly CCC meetings to resume in-person only this year, 7 o'clock at the 4-H Office September through December and then at the YAL Center January through May. At this time no hybrid version is planned.
I know we have all struggled with the last couple years of decreasing enrollment, difficulty finding volunteer leaders and changes that are just inherent to the changing landscape, but I want to offer this: we are always open to new things and work together to adapt and continue to provide this amazing program to our youth. If you or your club is struggling, please reach out to your Club Council so we can actively support your needs and help! We are a dedicated bunch and want your and your youth to succeed! Let's keep working together to make the best better.
I am so looking forward to this upcoming 4-H year, and working alongside each of you to keep the program strong, positive and full of life. Helping to guide tomorrow's leaders is an honor. Thanks for being here with us for it!
Smiles,
Sara
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2021-2022 Sonoma County All-Stars have come full circle! On August 10, The All-Stars have dropped off all the stuffed animals they collected for undersrved youth as their final public service project of their term. Congratulations to the All 2021-2022 All Stars! |
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📍 Sonoma County 4-H Events
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County Record Book & Officer Book Resources |
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UPDATE From California 4-H
2022-2023 Manuals and Forms are available now (Word, Google Docs and Google Sheets formats) and have not changed from the 2021-2022 edition. Members still working on 2021-2022 and those moving into the new program year, use the same forms and manual.
PRIMARY Record Books
JUNIOR, INTERMEDIATE, & SENIOR Record Books
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📢 State 4-H Events and Information
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Explorers of the Deep
Explorers of the Deep, focuses on the mysteries and adventures of ocean exploration—with robots! Young people learn how to use science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to explore Earth’s Ocean and how it relates to all life on the planet.Explorers of the Deep activities can be done all at once or individually.
1. Ocean Robot Test Tank is an activity where youth learn how to “ballast” their ocean robot by adding weights to replicate the sinking and floating behavior of a real ocean robot. They will investigate data collected by ocean robots and learn about the value of ocean exploration.
2. Ocean Expedition is a board game where youth navigate their ocean robot around the world while learning key ocean concepts. Topics include aquaculture, climate change, innovation, human impact and the ocean ecosystem.
3. Ocean Communicator is an activity in which young people investigate challenges that ocean scientists, engineers and technologists are currently exploring. They design and advocate for innovations and technical solutions that inspire public action.
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Join the 2022-2023 State 4-H
VEX IQ Robotics Project
Apply by September 1, 2022
Teams (at least 2 to 3 youth + 1 adult) are invited to apply to join the VEX IQ statewide 4-H robotics project 2022-2023!
Target age: Junior and intermediate 4-H members (9 to 13 years old; although fine for older youth, too)
Location: Zoom
Teams will receive a VEX IQ kit, meet monthly on Zoom, and prepare for a showcase on May 27, 2023 (using the annual VEX competition).
VEX IQ are plastic, snap-together pieces designed to build highly functional robots. The system does not require any prior knowledge in robotics. Youth can easily build their first robot, and the wide variety of additional parts means that they can build anything they imagine as they learn.
For questions, please contact:
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4-H Shooting Sports Instructors Meeting
October 1, 2022, 10am - 3pm
Where: Safety First Shooting Sports River Oaks Range in Merced County.
Who: All Shooting Sports Instructors in ALL Disciplines
This will be an in-person only meeting. Light morning refreshments will be available and lunch will be provided for all in attendance. We will have a RSVP poll going out soon to know who will definitely be attending so we can get an accurate count for meals.
The meeting will be an opportunity to share:
· Recent changes and updates to any 4-H/UC policy as it concerns the shooting sports program
· Discussion for all disciplines about how they manage their projects
· Tips and hints for better engagement
· Additional volunteer development opportunities.
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Join Engineering Week 2023
UC 4-H Celebrates Aspiring Engineers - 3rd annual at-home STEM activity!
Design and Build a Solar Caring
Youth may design, build, and test their solar car using the materials provided along with any other household materials.
STEPS
2. The kit will be shipped to you from KELVIN.
3. Youth design, build, and test a solar car by February 25, 2023.
4. Join us on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 3:00 to 4:00pm to share your solar car.
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Cow Palace Livestock Judging Contest 2022
Thursday, October 6, 2022
Entry
· $45 Entry Fee
· Entries open on August 15
· Late Entries September 16
· Entries Close October 1
Divisions
· Junior Division: 5-13 years old
· Senior Division: 14-18 years old
· College Divisions: Individual and Team
Awards
Buckles Leather Banners
Custom Awards
More Info
Adam and Rebecca Mendoza
209.602.6106
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You do not need to register through the county program office. Learn more and enter by visiting the Cow Palace website
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Join the 2022-2023 State 4-H
Computer Coding Project
Apply by September 1, 2022
California 4-H youth members (age 9 to 18) are invited to apply to join the 4-H computer coding project.
Target Age: Junior and intermediate 4-H members (9 to 13 years old; although fine for older youth, too).
Location: Zoom
Two Projects:
1. Beginners (MIT Scratch) - First Saturday 4-5 p.m. Scratch is a block-based visual programming language aimed at children aged 8 to 16.
Beginners to Intermediate (Python) - Third Saturday 4-5 p.m. Python is a high-level, general-purpose programming language emphasizing code readability with significant indentation.
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4-H Calling all Champions Photo Contest 2022 - for 4-H Members and Alumni!
Manna Pro & 4-H are happy to present our 2022 photo contest! Please enter your photo of you in your 4-H gear and your animal for a chance to win your local 4-H county program a $1000 donation from Manna Pro on your behalf and the chance to win $100 worth of Manna Pro Products for yourself.
Manna Pro will also be donating $10 per photo submission to National 4-H Council with a guaranteed donation of $50,000, so be sure all your friends are aware of this fun and exciting contest where the winner will be selected from a random drawing, they won’t want to miss out!
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Diamond Clover 2022 Application
The California Diamond Clover is the highest achievement for which a 4-H youth member and/or recent graduate is recognized. Applications are open to youth members who are at least 17 and adult volunteers not older than 25 years. The application is due by September 5, 2022
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2022 Higher Education Scholarships
With help from donors, statewide scholarships are available for graduating high school seniors and college-attending students. The application is due by September 5, 2022
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2022 Golden Clover Nominations
The Golden Clover Awards recognize outstanding achievements of members, volunteers, program staff, and groups within the 4-H Youth Development Program. The application is due by September 5, 2022
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Career & Volunteer Opportunities |
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Calling 4-H adult volunteers: Lead a STEM project
For 4-H project leaders
Welcome to the new 4-H program year! Here are a few resources to help you think about organizing a 4-H STEM-oriented project!
· Project leader checklist (left)
Project sheets (below) are a guide for 4-H project leaders to develop their projects with meaningful content. These three are examples of the dozens available!
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Advisory Committee Youth Member
Ag + Open Space is currently recruiting two youth members to join its Advisory Committee – a citizens’ advisory committee that provides review and advice on real property transactions, provides broad-based citizen input on Ag + Open Space operations and acts as ambassadors for the agency within the community. The committee includes representatives from each of the supervisorial districts, the Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association, as well as individuals representing youth, agriculture, the environment, real estate, and business.
What are the responsibilities and qualifications required of the youth members?
Young people interested in being an official youth member should:
- Live or attend school in Sonoma County and be between the ages of 16 and 24
- Serve through June 2023 (with option for extension)
- Participate in a new member orientation*
- Attend regular meetings – the fourth Thursday of the month from 5-7pm*
- Contribute your input and perspective and vote on action items
- Work closely with an adult ally that is a current committee member
- Share news and information with your school and community
- Optional: Participate in a subcommittee
- Optional: Complete a project educating your peers about district issues
*At this time, all meetings and orientations will be conducted via Zoom
What are some of the benefits and incentives for participating?
This is a great opportunity if you want to make a difference. Other benefits could include:
- Earn community service credit required by many high schools and colleges
- Develop your leadership skills and get involved in Sonoma County government
- Explore new career opportunities
- Learn about issues affecting your community and how you can take action
- Develop strong peer relationships with adults, including working with an adult ally
- Meet new people while having fun!
How do interested young people apply?
Positions open until filled.
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4-H Community Education Supervisor 1, Region 3
Region 3: Shasta, Trinity, Tehama, Glenn, Butte, Colusa, Sutter/Yuba Counties
The 4-H CE Supervisor 1 will build bridges between counties, managing conflict and providing consistent leadership, with a focus on supervision, programmatic leadership, training, budgeting, and administration.
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UC ANR - Davis
Under the supervision of the 4-H State Director, this position is responsible to manage and lead statewide educational programs in the areas of animal and equine science and related educational content.
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Attention 4-H Equine Community,
Deborah Bailey is looking for a pony or donkey to lease for her grandchildren. She already has two horses on her property in Alexander Valley. She has experience with horses for 40 years. If you have a pony or donkey for lease please contact Deborah at 707-292-1552 or via email at debbyilene109@yahoo.com
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Attention 4-H Equine Community,
Robin Goldsmith has two horses available for 4-Hers to purchase for an equine project. Both horses are healthy and she wants them to go to loving homes.
- 24/25 years old Arab
- 14/15 years old Foxtrotter
They both have trial experience. You can reach Robin at 707-799-9876.
Thank you! - Robin
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Attention 4-Hers looking for Steers,
Thank you!
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Hello, Gaston is a beautiful young French Black Copper Maran cockerel about 4 months of age. Unfortunately, I am not allowed to have roosters in my neighborhood. He’s sweet and absolutely gorgeous, as you can see in the photo.
Please contact me at:
707-480-4202
Looking forward to speaking with you,
Martha
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