June 2022 Newsletter
Be diligent with ATV safety this summer
School is out and for families in the agriculture industry, children likely will spend countless hours lending a hand with various chores. While safety is important any day of the year, summer is a time of year to be even more diligent.


Jim Rhodes, Oklahoma State University Extension west district 4-H Youth Development program specialist, said the top three causes of fatalities on the farm/ranch are machinery, motor vehicles and drowning. The top three causes of injuries are falls, livestock, and machinery/vehicles.
Gateway to the Globe
Come travel with us as we unlock a gateway to the globe!
 
From July 12th to the 15th, we will discover what it means to be a global citizen. We will learn about what makes up a culture, discover our own culture, and learn about the different cultures around the world. July 12th-14th we will be meeting on Zoom from 1-2pm and on July 15th, youth will present their “passports” in person or virtually. The first 50 people to register will get a kit of supplies which they may pick up at the extension office. Register by June 30th.  

To start your worldwide adventure, register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ChGk4s7NJP
Summer H.U.G.S.
Oklahoma County 4-H is expanding the HUGS (Hats, Underwear, Gloves, and Socks)
donation program in partnership with the Lynn Institute to meet the needs of the unhoused population this Summer. Through the month of June, you can bring donations to the extension office (2500 NE 63rd St., OKC, OK 73111)

We are looking for NEW:
• sunblock • deodorant • hats • shoes

and would also appreciate:
• new jeans • tents • sleeping bags • new SPF lip balm • and new travel size toiletries

All items are being donated to the Homeless Alliance.

Call the office (405)713-1125 to request a donation box.
Change for Change
This year, money collected through Change for Change will benefit the Children's Hospital Foundation of Oklahoma City.

Collect pocket change at your local club meetings and bring it by the county extension office by July 8th to donate!
SE District Leadership L.E.A.P.
Leadership L.E.A.P. is designed for youth who have completed grades 5-8th grade by July 6, 2022. The goal of this event is to engage youth in a one-day leadership event to teach life skills in different 4-H project areas, provide an opportunity for networking, and encourage teens to pursue leadership opportunities through running for District office, getting involved in SEDAT or state level leadership opportunities.  

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, July 6th, 2022
Registration Due to County: June 17th, 2022
Location: Pontotoc County AgriPlex, 1700 N. Broadway, Ada, OK
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 for participants & adult chaperones who stay for the day. Fees will cover lunch, snacks, insurance, nametags, t-shirt, and workshop materials. All SEDAT and District Officers will be required to pay this fee as well.

Forms Needed:
4-H Camp Registration
Email Mindy if you need financial assistance for camp. Camp Registration price $275 due June 3rd.
FCS Skills Day
Due June 1st
Lil' Champs Sheep & Goat Camp
Email to Kodi Peters or call 405-821-7709. 
Register by June 1st.
Food, Fun, 4-H in Our Great State!
SED Animal Science Field Day
Due June 1
4-H: A Universe of Endless Possibilities
The 101st State 4-H Roundup will be held July 27-29, 2022 with County Night Out on July 26th on the Oklahoma State University Campus.
4-H'ers will need to have completed 7th grade by July 1st, 2022 to attend. The cost is $150. Registration is due to the county office by June 8th. The State 4-H Roundup website will update with State Contest details throughout the months of May and June. You must be registered for Roundup before you can register for contests.
ZZZ's Under the Sea
Ever dreamed of dreaming with the sharks or sea turtles? Come join us at the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks, OK, for our ZZZs in the Seas overnight event on June 17-18, 7pm-8am! Who can attend? Everyone is invited to participate in this event, even non-4-H members. The registration fee of $45 is due June 8th to the Oklahoma County Extension Office.
 
Summer Workshops
 Email registration and the photo release form to Janet and/or Caitlyn. Call 405-713-1125 to make a card payment.
22-23 Oklahoma 4-H Leadership Council
The application for the 2022-2023 Oklahoma 4-H Leadership Council is available on the State 4-H Website. Applications are due to Cathleen Taylor by June 15th. Applicants must view the training video and complete the quiz.
County Record Books, Star Awards, and Medals, OH MY!
Oklahoma County 4-H encourages all members to apply for awards and submit a record book.
Everything is Due June 1st.

Oklahoma Youth Legislative Experience
Apply by June 1st.
Dairy Judging
Dairy Judging Field Days
June 16 – OSU Field Day at Totusek Arena
June 17 – Brown Swiss/Ayrshire/Milking Shorthorn at Perkins Ag Building

Registration begins at 9 am and judging starts at 10 am.
2022 Wheat Show
The 2022 4-H/FFA Wheat show will be held Tuesday July 19, 2022 at the Payne County Expo Fairgrounds located at 4518 Expo Circle East, Stillwater, Ok. Please refer to the rules and guidelines form below for entry forms and information. This program has excellent scholarship opportunities for the 4-H youth. 
Calendar

Babysitting 101:
June 1-2

SED FCS Skills Day Registration Due:
June 1

County Record Books Due:
June 1

County Star Awards & Medal Applications: June 1

SED Animal Science Field Day Registration Due:
June 1

Final Deadline for 4-H Camp:
June 3

SED Horse Show:
June 7-8, Shawnee, OK

State 4-H Round-Up Registration Due:
June 8

ZZZ's Under the Sea Due:
June 8

SED Dutch Oven Contest:
June 9

4-H Camp:
June 14-17, Canyon Camp, Hinton

Dairy Judging Field Days:
June 16-17

SE District Leadership LEAP Registration Due:
June 17

SED Animal Science Field Day:
June 21

SED Skills Day:
June 23

Jam & Jelly Making Registration Due:
June 27

Jam & Jelly Making Day Camp:
June 30

Gateway to the Globe Registration Due:
June 30

SE District Leadership LEAP:
July 6, Ada, OK

Eco Academy Registration Due:
July 7

Gateway to the Globe:
July 12-15

State Horse Show:
July 14-16, Chickasha, OK

Salsa Savvy Registration Due:
July 18

Eco Academy:
July 19

Wheat Show:
July 19

Salsa Savvy Day Camp:
July 21

Big 3 Field Days:
July 20-22, Stillwater, OK

Plant-it Earth Registration Due:
July 22

Plant-it Earth:
July 26

Roundup:
July 26-29, Stillwater, OK

4-H Enrollment Site, Zsuite, is closed from July 1-31 for maintenance.

Enrollment begins August 1st for the 2022-2023 school year.

Club and County Officer Training: Aug 6

Volunteer Training: Aug 6

4-H Community Kickoff: TBD Aug

Free Fair Livestock, Poultry, & Rabbit Show:
Aug 19-20

County Free Fair & Horse Show: Aug 25-27

County Awards Banquet: August 28


These dates are subject to change.
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