February
The Sonoma County 4-H calendar is now a viewable document on google. (*editable for Club Leaders)
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📅 Save the Dates
February 2022
12: Lincoln’s Birthday (UCCE closed)
21: Presidents’ Day (UCCE closed)
23: Feed Clinic 6pm @ YAL
24: Chicken Que Rep Meeting 7pm
March 2022
1 @ 7pm: County Council Meeting (YAL)
11: Fashion Revue Workshop #2 @ 6pm zoom
11: Fashion Revue Participation Form DUE
24: 4-H ChickenQue Rep Mtg 7pm (YAL)
31: Cesar Chavez Day (UCCE closed)
29: 4-H All-Star applications due
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YAL Spring Grants are due February 15, 2022 & YAL Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, March 11, 2022.
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🏢 From the Sonoma 4-H Office
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🦠 COVID-19 Update
Hello everyone,
Thank you for your patience and flexibility while the indoor meeting restrictions are in place. I want to share the latest update from the state:
Counties where cases are declining AND their test positivity are below the state average, may resume indoor in-person meetings, as long as the total number of participants does not exceed 75 people. Currently, Sonoma County COVID cases are declining, but the county has a test positivity rate of 15.3% and the state’s latest positivity rate is 9.5%.
Therefore, we are currently not allowed to have in-person meetings. However, when the guidance came out Friday afternoon, the numbers looked like this: Sonoma – 17%, California – 12.5%. This tells us the state and the county are trending in the right direction and the numbers are changing rather quickly. If the trend continues, we should be able to have indoor meetings within the next two weeks. I will notify you when that happens. Until then please continue to have outdoor meetings, while following all 4-H health and safety protocols. If needed, please let me know if you need a zoom room.
Thank you,
Diego Mariscal, Sonoma County 4-H Coordinator
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4-H Online Update from California 4-H
Thank you for your support as we transitioned to 4-H Online 2.0 this program year! As we approach the rollover of our program into the 2022-2023 program year, we would like to share important enrollment system closure dates with you.
The 4-H Online system will close for families and volunteers from noon on June 24, 2022 to noon July 18, 2022.
Families are encouraged to complete enrollments for the 2021-2022 program year prior to June 24th. Families are also encouraged to delay re-enrollment for the 2022-2023 program year until the system is open and they can complete the online self-enrollment process when 4-H Online opens enrollment after July 17, 2022.
If enrollment or re-enrollment is necessary during the dates the system is offline, Sonoma County 4-H Office staff will work with you to complete the enrollment process.
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🍀 4-H Council: President's Message
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Hi! I don't know why I always find myself being amazed at how Sonoma County 4-H continues to shine amidst the constant changes we face, navigating through the changing world; why am I surprised each time? Maybe surprised is the wrong word. I am impressed. That's a better description. Impressed.
February is here, and we have already had a successful Livestock Judging Event and Presentation Day Event, it's not only time for CCC Scholarship recipients to turn in their second-semester schedules for disbursement but almost time for the applications for next year! Keep an eye out for the current applications to go up online. (And please let your club members or past club members know that many have still not submitted for their FIRST payments.) Fashion Revue is coming! Camp is coming! Things are getting busier and busier!
The application for All Star Ambassador for the 2022-2023 year is almost ready and will be made available on the County Website soon so keep a lookout for that; if you have youth members who are interested in Sonoma County's highest working leadership honor, encourage them to apply! And if they have questions, they can contact Stefanie or me for an inside scoop.
We are excited about all of our upcoming fairs, including the Cloverdale Citrus Fair, Sonoma-Marin Fair, California State Fair and Sonoma County Fair and I want to remind all livestock exhibitors to complete their YQCA trainings for the year as it is required for all of them.
Don't forget that Diego and I will be hosting an open Zoom meeting on 2/17/22 at 7:00 pm as a forum for leader discussion; I hope you will join us and encourage your project volunteers to join as well. There were a few trends in the needs reported by leaders in a recent survey from the office, and we really want to provide a forum for discussion of those and any other issues that might be happening--collaborate together like we talked about at Leader Training. The office and Executive Board are here to support all of our volunteers and youth so please reach out!
Thank you to our office staff for the forthcoming weekly updates on meeting requirements/restrictions, too. I know it's a challenge when the rules keep changing, so I am grateful that Diego is keeping track of it and letting us all know weekly if there are changes.
Thank you to each of you again, for volunteering your time to this amazing program and its youth and for doing your part to help guide tomorrow's leaders. Here's to longer days, successful projects and continuing to make the best better.
Warmly,
Sara
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Hello, 4-H community!
I hope you all are settling into the new year with good health and enjoying the slow transition from winter to spring. I am missing seeing my club in person and interacting with this special community in person. As Chicken Que is slowly on the rise, we want to help raise more attention towards this event. The All-Star team would love to help promote Chicken Que through our social media. While we have Instagram, Tik Tok is a very popular social media app that many 4H members may have. We recently heard from Statewide 4-H that they have amended their policy on using Tik Tok as a promotional tool. While California 4-H has an official page run by State 4-H Staff & the State All-Star Ambassadors, we are working on creating Sonoma County All-Stars Tik Tok account to help promote to the youth and community. February is also the month of love, and we would love to express our gratitude towards you all for your support in these trying times and for your support in our Valley of the Moon fundraiser too! We deeply appreciate everything you all do. Cheers to a great month!
Alister Clark, Sonoma County 4-H All Star
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Sonoma County Livestock Judging Contest Results |
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The Sonoma County Youth Livestock Judging contest was held on January 29, 2022 at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds & Event Center. There were forty members participating from the 4-H and FFA programs. The youths judged classes and gave reasons in beef, sheep, swine, and goats. We had great support from our ag community. Our livestock breeders included Sonoma Mountain Herefords, the Kelseyville FFA Swine Show Team, Valera Club Lambs, King Diamond Ranch, and Top of the Hill Boer Goats. Special thank you to our officials Courtney King, Darrell Hansen, Steven Pozzi and Josie Bennett. Thank you to our wonderful sponsors, Sonoma County CCC, CA 4-H Animal Science Advisory Committee, Sawyer Construction, Wilco, Tesconi Farms and College Creek Creations. Much appreciation to our group volunteers and our crew in tabulations.
Here is a summary of our results:
4-H High Team Steuben 4-H
4-H High Point Senior Ayla Dungan – Annadel 4-H
4-H High Point Junior Gracie Ascoop – Steuben 4-H
FFA High Team West County FFA
FFA High Point Alivea Summers – Las Plumas FFA
Honorable Mention to our Primary Members Molly Fabian and Madison Giavando
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📍 Sonoma County 4-H Events
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Associated Feed Clinic
February 23, 2022 at 6PM
Youth Ag & Leadership Center
6445 Commerce Blvd, Rohnert Park, CA
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This free clinic will give you the skills you will need to be successful in raising and showing show livestock. We will cover selection, environment, feeding, nutrition, and exercise of market beef, sheep, goats, and swine.
This clinic is presented by Associated Feed and sponsored by Leading Edge Supplements and Supplies. Associated Feeds includes brands like ShowRite, ShowMaker, Rival, Sure Champ, and Lindner. Leading Edge is located in Sebastopol and is your one-stop shop when it comes to show livestock. We are a stock show family making the leading products available to livestock exhibitors right here locally. We sell show feed, supplements, and supplies, and help you get the most out of your project. We are an Associated dealer that carries all of their feeds and supplements and in addition, we carry show supplies from Sullivan’s, Weaver, and much more. Together we are presenting this clinic to help all livestock exhibitors be successful with their projects.
RSVP REQUIRED!
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Fashion Revue Workshop #2:
March 11, 2022 @ 6:00pm at the YAL Center in Rohnert Park
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Participant Entry Form Due, online: Friday, March 11, 2022
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Category Entry Forms Due, Monday, March 28, 2022
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before 4pm at the 4-H Office, if submitting printed forms
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before 11:59pm, if submitting online form
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Fashion Show and Awards, at YAL Center: Saturday April 2nd, 2022
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State Fashion Revue Entries Due, online: Friday, April 29, 5pm
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Northbay Science Discovery Day
Rescheduled for May 15
Due to the COVID-19 omicron surge, and out of an abundance of caution for public health, we are postponing the North Bay Science Discovery Day to Sunday, May 15, 2022, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa.
We are eager for a place-based event where children and youth can experience hands-on science engagement with a variety of STEM subject areas!
We appreciate your patience and understanding. Hope to see you on Sunday, May 15, 2022!
Thanks,
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📢 State 4-H Events and Information
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Youth are invited to share their experience with 4-H public speaking (survey)!
Please help us learn more about your experience growing your public speaking skills. The information you provide will help us learn how 4-H helps 4-H members strengthen their public speaking skills. The survey should take less than 10 minutes to complete. Responding to the questions below is voluntary.
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UC Davis Field Day 2022
March 4-5, 2022
The UC Davis Field Day will be hosted on campus again this year. This event is hosted by the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Contests are open to 4-H and FFA members, and some contests are qualifiers for national contests.
Changes to the registration process
For 4-H teams and contestants, registrations have to be managed by the county office. County 4-H staff must activate their account by emailing info@judgingcard.com for access to the account.
Registrations cannot be made by parents, coaches or students. JudgingCard accounts can only be accessed by county 4-H staff.
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Contests with registration caps will be filled based on registration order. Later registrants will be added to a waitlist.
Additional contest details, day-of-schedules, links, etc. will be shared directly with registered participants by the student contest coordinators.
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Schedule
Friday, Mar 4, 2022 - Job Interview and Parliamentary procedure and Debate
Saturday, March 5, 2022 - all other contests
Available Contests:
· Agricultural Mechanics
· Agricultural Sales
· Agronomy
· Best Informed Greenhand
· Creed
· Dairy Cattle Judging
· Farm Business Management
· Farm Power and Machinery
· Food Science and Technology (State Final)
· Forestry
· Job Interview
· Light Horse Judging
· Livestock Judging
· Meat Judging
· Milk Quality and Dairy Foods
· Nursery/Landscape
· Parliamentary Procedure and Debate
· Poultry Judging
· Small Engines
· Vegetable Crop Judging
· Veterinary Science
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4-H Shooting Sports Leader Trainer Course: Muzzle Loading Discipline
5 Dogs Range - Bakersfield, CA
Saturday, February 26, 2022 – 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, February 27, 2022 – 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
You will be certified as leader trainers and are eligible to serve as 4-H Shooting Sports Leaders for clubs or counties. You may also instruct and certify shooting sports volunteers.
Class size is limited.
There is no fee for this 4-H course.
If you wish to receive National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association instructor certification, there is a $60 fee.
To get more information about registering for the class, contact John Borba at: jaborba@ucanr.edu or telephone 661-868-6216.
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2022 California 4-H State Archery Hybrid Tournament
This tournament will offer both in-person and postal match options. Rules and registration information will be posted on the California 4-H website and emailed to each county early February 2022; Registration is due no later than March 15, 2022. In-person event hosted in Merced County will be on May, 29, 2021 and postal targets must be postmarked by May 31, 2022.
Divisions include Junior, Intermediate, Senior, and Leaders with the following categories:
1. Longbow
2. Recurve bow – no sights
3. Recurve bow – with sights
4. Compound bow – no sights
5. Compound bow – with sights
6. Archery leader – 50 yards
Registration fee is $10 for first category, and $5 for each additional category with a maximum of three categories.
Contacts for competition and registration information:
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2022 State 4-H Shooting Sports Match
Hosted by Siskiyou County 4-H Council
It’s time to sharpen your shooting skills and start preparing for the 38th Annual State 4-H Shooting Sports Match! This event is sponsored by the Siskiyou County 4-H Council.
Entries must be postmarked by March 15, 2022
- All registration forms must be sent to the UCCE office of the county in which each participating 4-H club resides.
- All entrants must be verified as current 4-H members or Adult volunteers by the UCCE 4-H staff.
- On or before the postmark date of March 15, 2022, the UCCE 4-H office personnel shall send the registration forms and payment to the Siskiyou County Leaders Council, 1655 South Main Street, Yreka, CA 96097.
Please see the 2022 Shooting Match Cover Letter for more details.
Payment
Clubs can pay with 4-H club checks directly to the contest or payments can be made by County 4-H Councils/VMO’s. Personal checks will not be accepted.
Rules
Questions
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State Fashion Revue National Qualifiers
For the first time, California 4-H sent three delegates to compete in the Fashion Revue at the 2020 Western National Roundup. These youth qualified in the 2019 State Fashion Revue. As previously announced, California 4-H will not be sending teams to the 2022 Western National Round-up in January in Denver, Colorado. This decision was made after many discussions with organizers of the Western National Round-Up and 4-H statewide leadership in order to comply with the current UC ANR protocols for overnight and out-of-state travel.
The four youth who qualified at the 2021 State Fashion Revue for the 2022 Western National Round-up will receive National Qualifier Plaques, in recognition of their achievement.
- Rebekah Kasperson, Los Angeles County, Cosplay Challenge (WNR constructed category)
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Emily Lavell, Sonoma County, Box Challenge (WNR constructed category)
- Aubrey Saunders, Contra Costa County, Vintage Challenge (WNR constructed category)
- Mackenzie Keslin, Monterey County, Consumer Science purchased (WNR purchased category)
California 4-H remains committed to providing a safe environment for youth to continue to grow their skills and experiences. Please consider joining our new Clothing & Textiles Advisory Committee to develop the program to offer more opportunities in the future.
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2022 National 4-H Conference
March 20-24, 2022
Hybrid format - Washington D.C. area hotel
Travel and conference expenses are covered by a generous grant from the Leavey Foundation.
The National 4-H Conference is the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture's premier youth development opportunity to engage youth in developing recommendations for the 4-H Youth Development Program.
Changes in 2022
· A new venue
· Expanded focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in our 4-H delegates, with a conference makeup reflective of our nation's youth population.
What you can expect
· Roundtable discussions to explore current issues affecting youth and the role 4-H can play in addressing them
· Conference facilitation led by Collegiate Facilitators (4-H alumni)
· Present outcomes from your roundtable discussions with federal partner agencies
· An opportunity to engage with your U.S. Senators and Representatives
Qualified youth are:
1. 4-H member ages 16-19
2. Experienced in 4-H. You must include a copy of your 4-H Resume.
See video testimonials from past attendees and learn more about this high-level opportunity to engage at the national level of 4-H! Go to the National 4-H Conference event page.
Apply by Jan. 21 at 8 a.m. Late applications will not be reviewed.
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Diamond Clover Application
Now completed online.
Applications are available year-round and open for youth members who are at least 17 and adult volunteers not older than 25 years.
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Sonoma Marin Cattlewomen & Cattlemen Scholarship
Application Deadline: Must be postmarked by April 1, 2022
*Scholarship to be awarded to a graduating high school senior or current college student who, first and foremost, has a genuine desire to further her/his education in any agriculture-related field such as, but not limited to, agri-business, nutrition, veterinary medicine, animal science/husbandry or food science, and who intends to attend a junior college, university or an accredited technical school.
*Applicants will be required to participate in a personal interview. Interview Date: May 4, 2022
* one-page essay (double-spaced) must be submitted with the application. Essay topic: “How do you see the future of agriculture in Sonoma County and Marin County?”
* A COPY OF YOUR OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT
* TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, ONE FROM A FACULTY MEMBER WITHIN YOUR MAJOR AREA OF STUDY AND THE OTHER FROM SOMEONE OTHER THAN A FAMILY MEMBER
* ONE-PAGE ESSAY
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The 4‑H Youth in Action Award Program recognizes four confident young leaders with diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives in our core pillar areas: agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living, and STEM.
Each year, Pillar Winners will experience an exciting year of telling their 4‑H story and celebrating their leadership. Winners receive:
· $5,000 higher education scholarship
· Opportunities to showcase their 4-H impact story
· All-expenses paid trip to National 4-H Council event
· Networking opportunities with 4-H celebrities and other prominent alumni
· Recognition as the official 4-H youth spokesperson for their pillar
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4-Her needing market lambs to raise?
We have several lambs born in Dec and (will be) January. These are crossbreeds: the ram is mainly St Croix / a little Barbados, the ewes are Suffolk or Dorper or Katahdin. We have both male and female lambs. You can take them during March. $50 deposit to reserve per lamb. Email DK Jacobsen if interested: dkj@globalraj.com
Photo shows the oldest set of twins - born 2021-12-02. 1 male, 1 female
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Forgotten Felines of Sonoma County has been in operation for 32 years serving the homeless, feral, community, and free-roaming cats in our county. We practice TNR (Trap, neuter, return). We provide alteration and medical services for these vulnerable cats who may otherwise never receive veterinary care. We also have an adoption program. We adopt out tame cats as house pets, and un-domesticated cats as Barn Cats to provide “Green” pest control to their locations.
Forgotten Felines is recruiting Volunteers & 4-H members interested in learning about what FFSC does and interested in learning how to Trap with them. We struggle to find enough dedicated volunteers to keep our trapping program regularly staffed. We rely strongly on community involvement. We think there is an overlap between the skills of 4H folks and what we desperately need in trapping volunteers. Trapping is a time commitment and takes place largely in the evening. As such should only be done by persons over 18 years old or a parent/older teenager team.
Contact:
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