4-H swine, sheep and goat tags are on backorder from the tag company. We know this is frustrating. Please know we are doing everything we can! We need your help though. If you plan to show swine, or state fair sheep, or state fair goats, please contact Amanda at clinton4h@iastate.edu or 563-659-5125 ASAP. The deadline of May 15 WILL NOT CHANGE. This means we need to prepare as much as we can. View both the Swine and Sheep/Goat letters to exhibitors online.

Pending weather and horse committee volunteers, the horse committee has some potential dates for workshops. Horse project members will receive additional email communication. Not sure if you’re enrolled in the horse project? Check 4hOnline. Under each youth you can select project areas.

WANTED BY THE FAIR BOARD:

This will be a new thing the Fair Board is adding to the fair to allow the public to interact and learn a little more about the animal and how they are taken care of each day. Anyone interested in helping please contact Chris McCulloh 563-249-1108.

Every Wednesday now through August, all 4hOnline enrolled members will receive an email with 4-H/FFA Reminders, Clover Kids Reminders, Key Dates, and a “Where do I find…” section. Emails will have ~3 bullets in each section. They are EASY to digest! We will archive them on our website too.

Each 4-H/Clover Kids family should have received a printed ORANGE fair book. If you don’t have it, check with your club leader or stop by the Extension Office. It is posted online.

Animals that MUST be identified for 4-H/FFA members include: beef, bucket bottle calf, dairy cattle, dogs, goats, horses, pets, sheep, and swine.

REMEMBER: This process only identifies the animal. You will still need to enter the animal in a specific class through Fair Entry between June 1- July 1, 2022. Page 38 in the fair book explains it. We will help you!! We want to help you succeed! You can call our office, stop by anytime, visit during extended office hours, email clinton4h@iastate.edu, send a pigeon! We do not know you need help until you ask! After May 15, we cannot help you. This is a state-wide deadline for animal identification.

Iowa 4-H members practiced and tested their leadership, communications, and college and career readiness skills as they participated in the annual State 4-H Recognition Day interviews March 27 at Iowa State University.

Clinton County’s own Sophia Costello of Charlotte Jr. Producers was selected to be an Iowa 4-H Reporter. Youth will receive hands-on training in video production, radio and journalism from 4-H partner organizations, and then work in teams covering events at the Iowa State Fair. Sophia joins eight other youth from Iowa.

YQCA transitioned to a new platform on March 23, 2022. The new website is www.yqcaprogram.org. Help sheets are posted on the Clinton 4-H County Fair website. There will be one more instructor-led training on May 3rd at 6 pm at the Extension Office. Please register! Coupon codes are available by emailing clinton4h@iastate.edu thanks to Megan Fuglsang, Farm Bureau Financial Services. Youth can also do the online course for a $12 fee.

New Grey 4-H shirts will be ordered soon! Please log into your 4hOnline account and confirm your t-shirt size is correct before May 15. Enrolled members will receive one free shirt courtesy of the Clinton County 4-H Foundation. Pick up will be included with your exhibitor packets in July.

Submit your club donation to the Iowa 4-H Foundation before May 15. Thank you!

We’re looking for nominations from 4-H families and volunteers for the 2022 Clinton County 4-H Hall of Fame inductee and Meritorious Service award winners. Please submit nominations to

clinton4h@iastate.edu by May 15! More information on the Recognition website.

Congratulations to our 4-H members who will be graduating this month! Enjoy your last year as a 4-H member! *Clinton 4-H Foundation Scholarship Recipient

Pop tabs will be collected until May 15 at the Extension Office and the Grow Clinton office (former Clinton Chamber). Please help the State 4-H Council collect 1,000 pounds across the state!

Check out the flyer for more information (page:

This is the most up-to-date list we have. Please check with your club leader or club Facebook group for more information!

Cal-Wheat Clover Kids - May 18

DeWitt Clover Kids - May 15

Elk River Eagles - May 5

Goose Lake Clover Kids - May 11

Grand Mound Clover Kids - TBD

Low Moor Clover Kids - May 5

Who: K-3rd grade

When: July 24 at 1 pm, during 4-H show

Where: Beef Arena Stage

Information: NEW in 2022! Clover Kids can strut their stuff and practice walking down a runway during the 4-H Fashion Show. Youth will wear a favorite outfit (does not have to be 4-H related!) to the event. 4-H Staff will read answers to questions youth answer during check-in.

Questions:

Youth will walk the runway in between 4-H member events.

In the Clover Kids Fair Activity Guide, you can learn about these events:

Animals are not required for all animal events! Ask the office for more details.

DeWitt camps are full however Wheatland camps have a few spots available. Youth do not need to be in Clover Kids to attend camp! All registrations are through 4hOnline this year. Please reach out with questions. We are excited for a fun-filled June with these day-camp opportunities! Learn more on our website.

This month's recipe is Lemon Chia Seed Muffins. Find the recipe on Spend Smart. Eat Smart.

With warmer weather, many clubs may host a swimming party. We LOVE the quality time and teamwork swim parties provide. HOWEVER parents of youth attending must fill out a water waiver for the activity. Watch for emails from your club leader or directly from 4hOnline with the waiver. Thank you!

Iowa 4-H has announced a new program priority area—Agriculture and Natural Resources! This area was formerly included in the STEM priority area. All five program priorities include:

What does this mean? We try REALLY hard to diversify our program offerings. 4-H members are interested in different things. You will continue to see a variety of programs so you can choose what YOU want to learn about. The new Iowa 4-H Equation is included in this newsletter.

Interested in learning about showing and fitting a dairy goat? On May 7th from 9am-3pm at Ma’s Acres in Bondurant, IA the Iowa Dairy Goat Association is hosting a FREE dairy goat showing and fitting clinic. No need to bring a goat with you there will be plenty to practice with. This is a hands-on clinic. Ring procedures and goat care will be covered. Please RSVP by texting Judi Nayeri at 515-250-4836 for this FREE event by April 30. Any questions can be

directed to Judi or Wendy Peffers, IDGA’s Youth Coordinator at 641-780-8600.

Who: 7-12th grade 4-H members When: June 9 Register: JotForm

Scott County 4-H is inviting you to a Mystery Trip around the Eldridge area on June 9th! Join 7-12th grade members for a day full of learning, leadership, and laughs. The destinations are a mystery but the fun is guaranteed! An FAQ document is available. Questions? Contact Emily at ejlyon@iastate.edu. Register and pay the $90 fee to save your spot.

This program will connect youth to skill and workforce development opportunities in their local communities. Youth can still register! If you are interested in becoming a potential partner, an informational webinar will be held on May 20 from 11-Noon. RSVP: https://form.jotform.com/220975120460954

This detailed handbook is a guide for 4-H'ers, 4-H leaders, county extension staff, show managers, judges, and others responsible for conducting 4-H light horse shows in Iowa. If you would like the updated version, please ask the office to print one for you. A summary of the changes will be coming soon. Watch your email! Access the PDF online.

Overnight Camping Options

Information about all camps is available on the Youth Programs website. These three camps are offered to ALL youth from Cedar, Clinton, Dubuque, Delaware, Jackson, and Jones counties.

The Extension Council hired a County Youth Coordinator—4-H and an Office Coordinator in late April. Both will start in May. Watch your email and our social media for a special announcement. Two summer staff will also be joining in mid-May to help with summer youth programs.

Format: Six 90-minute classes online. Next session begins May 5, 6:30 pm.

Learn more and register on our website.

About: Feeling stretched in your role as a caregiver? Caregiving can be stressful — physically, emotionally, and financially. Whether you care for a loved one at home or in a care facility, nearby or far away, your role is important. You will learn ways to take care of yourself, reduce stress, improve your caregiving confidence, and establish balance in your life as you care for others.

Intended audience: Adults age 18 or older

Format: One 3- to 4-hour workshop

Cost: $0    Register on our website.

About: Preserving your own foods can be a lot quicker and easier than you might think. It’s a great way to have delicious, local food all year long. This FREE hands-on workshop offers you the opportunity to learn safe methods to preserve jams and dehydrate foods in this ‘jam’ session and take home the fruit of your labors!

Check out numerous Master Gardener events coming up this May and June.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Extension Council, please reach out to Sam Genson, County Director or Jeff Macomber, Regional Director. Contact Information. More information is also available on our website.

When food prices are high or family finances are tight, buying groceries can become a challenge for many Iowans. Human Sciences state specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offer tips to help Iowans get the most for their money and eat well on a budget. Learn more about each of the tips online. A few tips shared include:

Weekly events and digging deeper topics plus a recipe of the week and parenting tips.