March 3, 2023 Marie's Message
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Happy March!
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin gave her first official presentation to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents in February. She shared the following highlights regarding Extension:
“And our biggest statewide footprint is through the Division of Extension, which has put rocket boosters under our statewide engagement since we brought them back to UW–Madison five years ago.
Their daily presence in all 72 counties is connecting our researchers in a much more direct way to some of the biggest problems this state is facing – like opioid addiction, water contamination, and health disparities. Extension is a bridge between university research and the work happening “on the ground” in our communities, making the work on both sides stronger and better. This is the very best of the Wisconsin Idea”.
Please feel free to contact me with questions,
Marie
Marie Witzel
4-H Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
920.386.3790 (office)/920-210-3080 (cell)
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A 4-H Hats Off thank you to these Family Learning Day volunteers: Mary Pat Boschert, Rich Grulke, Gloria Hafemeister, Nicki Meagher and Helen Weisensel!
Thank you to Melissa Lake and Gina Wittnebel and members of the Juneau Victorians 4-H Club for providing lunch!
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Hats Off to the 4-H Dairy Bowl teams who competed recently with a Junior and Senior Team, under the guidance of Dori Lichty. The teams learned alot and had fun!
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Dodge County 4-H Jr. Dairy Bowl Team: Katelin Freson, Malcolm Spoke, Jacky Paulson and Finn Spoke
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Dodge County 4-H Sr. Dairy Bowl Team: Ian Spoke, Marisa Spoke and Mara Skalitzky
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February Family Learning Day Highlights
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Fun with Fondant! Presenter Jennifer Othmer.
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Bovine Reproductive System participant Maddy Grosenick of Lebanon Luckies 4-H.
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Inside the Hive with presenter Holly Westenberg with 4-H participants Brenda and Paige Conley of the Neosho Utopians.
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Tie-Dyeing with Lauder Klein of Astico Perseverance 4-H!
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Incredible Edibles with presenter Bonnie Borden of the Herman Hornets.
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- Richwood Rangers - (Samantha Zubke) New business Glenns Brat Haus fundraiser. March community service is writing letters to seniors.
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Radio Astronomy Workshop | March 11, 2023
There's a hidden universe out there, radiating at wavelengths and frequencies we can’t see with our eyes. Join us for a hands-on workshop with Professor Zhang, a UW Radio Astronomer, and the Director of Space Place, Jim Lattis who will introduce you to the world of radio astronomy. Youth will explore the local radio environment, the characteristics of radio energy and build their own sensor to explore the spectrum.
Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 1:00-2:00pm
Location: UW Space Place, 2300 S. Park Street, Madison
Cost: Free | Ages: Grades 6-13
Friends welcome! Youth do not need to be in 4-H to attend.
Complete one form for each youth attending.
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Register for March Family Learning Day!The second Family Learning Day will be held on March 25, 2023 at Dodgeland School. Payment must accompany registration with form via U.S. mail. No online registration sales.
*Mail registration and payment to: Dodge County 4-H c/o Extension Dodge County, 127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 10, 2023
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Registration OPEN for Tri-County 4-H Camp Grades 3-6
While the weather outside may be frightful, it is a good time to start thinking about summer! Summer brings the return of in-person Summer 4-H Camp. We will be camping at Camp Lakota in Wautoma on June 14-17 with 4-Hers from Columbia and Sauk Counties. Registration for 4-H Summer Camp for grades 3-6 IS OPEN! Register for Summer 4-H Camp 4HOnline for more information. You can check out Camp Lakotah, on their website at https://camplakotah.com/
Registration is DUE April 1st. Please make the check payable to: Dodge County 4-H and mail to 127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039
Contact Marie Witzel, 4-H Youth Development Educator at marie.witzel@wisc.edu or 920-386-3790 with questions.
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4-H Demonstration Contest
Thursday, March 30 – 6:30 PM
Dodge County Administration Building
127 E. Oak Street, Juneau WIDemonstrations are more showing and doing. Illustrated Talks rely more on charts, pictures, and description. For topic ideas, check with your general leader or the 4-H Office.
Many 4-H'ers have given brief demonstrations or talks at 4-H meetings. Just polish up the presentation. Please, no product labels.
Divisions and Time Guidelines
Grade 5K-2 5 minutes or less
Grades 3-4-5-6 6 minutes or less
Grades 7-8-9 5-8 minutes
Grades 10 & up 5-8 minutes
There is no minimum time limit for grades 1-6, but at least 4 minutes is suggested. Participants will be judged on: clear, pleasant voice/self-confidence, enthusiasm/poise, appearance/posture, appropriate introduction, accurate information, visual aids, orderly progression, summarization, adequate preparation, interesting subject, and purpose accomplished. Easels will be provided.
Team Demonstrations (two members) may also be given. In a team demonstration the grade division is that of the older member. The older member also determines time guidelines.
- Participants will be scheduled by grade to give demonstrations.
- Top demonstrators in each grade group will be selected.
- Upon completion of the contest, ribbons will be awarded and top demonstrators will be announced.
- No reminder letters are sent!
If unable to attend after registering, you are expected to call the Extension office at 920-386-3790.
Sign up in 4HOnline.com
DEADLINE: March 23, 2023
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4-H Scholarships Open!
Dodge County 4-H offers a variety of scholarships to 4-H'ers in 12th grade or alumni enrolled or will be enrolled in a post-secondary education. Check it out!
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Dodge County Master Gardener Scholarship
The Dodge County Master Gardener Association will award a scholarship totaling $1,000 to a graduating high school senior living in Dodge County, who is planning a career in some area of horticulture. Careers may include, but are not limited to horticulture, plant science, soil science, agriculture, environmental science, landscaping, forestry, science education. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to the winning applicant after the recipient provides or sends a copy of proof of receipt for payment of tuition from the college bursar’s office. Deadline: April 1, 2023.
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Dodge County 4-H Horse Project Meetings
March 27, 2023 at 6 PM | Dodgeland School Rm 312
April 27, 2023 at 6 PM | Dodge County Administration Building, Auditorium
Join Dodge County 4-H Horse & Pony on Facebook or contact Sherry Helmer at 920-210-9553 or email helmshe13@gmail.com with questions.
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Fabric Shop Hop // Get your WOOL on!
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Wisconsin Make It With Wool encourages all who participate in the Fabric Shop Hop to use wool fabric to create garments to wear at future Make It With Wool competitions held in conjunction with the Sheep and Wool Festival at the Jefferson Fairgrounds in September each year. Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 22 to gkanable@gmail.com Meet in Onalaska/LaCrosse, Wisconsin at 10 AM at the Arby’s by Woodman’s, Onalaska. Arby’s Address: 3210 N. Kinney Coulee Rd, Onalaska.
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Trivia Night 2023Trivia Night is fast approaching us. Do you have your Trivia Night checklist completed?
Livestock Exhibitors – did you seek out any donations for door prizes or raffle items?
Do you have your teams signed up? REGISTRATION FORMS HERE
Thanks to all the Exhibitors and Parents that have reached out with prizes and or offered to help. Your continued support is appreciated.
Any questions please contact Eric Salmi at either 920-988-1817 or mastrivianight@yahoo.com
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Introducing the 2023 Summer Academy!
Wisconsin 4-H and UW-Madison Extension are excited to announce a new student opportunity: the Summer Academy!
This program is open to any 4-Hers in grades 7-10 and will be held from June 19-22, 2023 on the UW-Madison campus. Students will be able to experience life in a residence hall, with the chance to build lifelong friendships with other students from across Wisconsin.
The theme of the inaugural Summer Academy is “Exploring Your WHY,” with the goal of providing students the resources to discover pathways to their futures. There will be chances to learn about higher education from UW-Madison and Madison College, as well as career discovery and networking opportunities.
Students will be able to choose from 7 SPARK tracks to learn what it takes to have a career or hobby in a field that fits them the best. These tracks are:
- Arts & Communication
- Leadership & Civic Engagement
- Agriculture & Animal Science
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
- Human Services (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health)
- Construction & Trades
- Hospitality Management & Culinary Science
During the event, there will also be fun activities and entertainment from the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council, the Wisconsin 4-H Drama Company, and more!
Registration opens in April, keep an eye on this page for more information to come! We can’t wait to see 4-Hers from all of your counties this June!
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Dodge County 4-H Member Experience Applications Summer Academy June 19-22, 2023 for 7th-10th grade
Registration opens April 2, 2023. Cost $350. Plus bussing and seminar costs.
National 4-H Congress November 24-28, 2023 for 9th-12th grade.
Registration opens May 1, 2022. Cost ~$1,350
There are three categories of ME applications indicated by the colors green, pink and yellow, (category I, II or III respectively). Fill out the category color ME form that matches the Educational choice you have registered for in 4HOnline and return it to the Extension Office Dodge County by the due date listed for each experience trip. Send this along with the initial payment of one-half the cost of the trip made payable to the Dodge County 4-H Leaders Association. The second interview date will be April 25, 2023 for Summer Academy, National 4-H Congress and Wisconsin 4-H Key Award. Applications are due to the Extension Office by April 7, 2023.
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2023 Wisconsin 4-H Key Award
Applications Due Date: April 7, 2023
Interviews Date: April 25, 2023
The Wisconsin Key Award is one of the most prestigious honors awarded to 4-H members across Wisconsin. This is your opportunity to highlight what you have accomplished through 4-H.
The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award Program recognizes a select group of 4-H participants who’ve demonstrated consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied leadership skills, and actively participated in the functions of their 4-H club and community.
Candidates must have passed their 14th birthday on January 1 of 2023 and must have completed at least three years of 4-H and one year of youth leadership. Selection is based on an evaluation of the candidate’s total 4-H record (membership, projects, activities, leadership, personal development and county 4-H and community involvement.) Each Key Award recipient receives a certificate, a Key Award pin and notable recognition.
The application is available on the website at: https://dodge.extension.wisc.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-trips-awards/
Questions Call or email Ellen Bohn, 4-H Program Assistant at 920-386-3790 or ebohn@co.dodge.wi.us.
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- Family Learning Day | March 25, 2023 | More info HERE.
- Demonstration Contest | Thursday, March 30, 2023 | Information HERE. Register in 4-H Online.
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