March 24, 2023 Marie's Message
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| Register soon for Summer Camp. This is an exciting return to summer programs at a new location. Check it out at https://camplakotah.com/ The tri-county educators, adult staff and youth are excited as we are preparing for the summer event. Remember youth are not approved until we have the health forms and payment at the extension office.
-Camp will be held June 14-17, 2023.
-Camp Lakota in Wautoma Wisconsin.
-A partnership with Dodge, Columbia, and Sauk County 4-H.
-Open to youth in grades 3-6 (grades based off of previous school year).
-Registration open now in 4-H online through April 1st.
-Cost: $200 per person (all food, lodging, and materials materials are included in the cost).
-Campers will be bussed to camp from the Fairgrounds; you are responsible for getting campers to and from the fairgrounds.
-The Leader’s Association is covering the cost of the bus to and from camp.
-More information will follow on exact departure and return times.
Check it out at Camp Lakotah!
The Leaders association continues to provide additional monetary support for families who may need it. Please fill out the Dodge County Campership Application. This remains a confidential process.
If you are interested in learning more about camp, feel free to check out the Tri-County 4-H Camp 2023 presentation that was given at the February Leaders Association meeting.
Please feel free to contact me with questions,
Marie
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Marie Witzel | 4-H Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
UW-Madison Extension Dodge County
920-386-3790
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- Family Learning Day - Saturday, March 25th @ Dodgeland Schools. Registration starts at 8:30 AM. Session 1 begins at 9 AM.
- Horse Project Meeting - Monday, March 27, 2023 at 6 PM | Dodgeland School Rm 312
- 4-H Demonstration Contest - Thursday, March 30th @ 6:30 PM. Location: Dodge County Administration Building Auditorium. Deadline to register is March 23rd. More info HERE. Register in 4H Online.
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March Family Learning Day
We will see all that have registered tomorrow! You may begin checking in at 8:30 AM. Please note this change: use DOOR #6, at the HIGH SCHOOL entrance, SOUTH side of building.
THANK YOU for signing up, and participating in the February and March Family Learning Days.
We appreciate you spending the day with 4-H, and thank our presenters and volunteers for taking the time to put on this awesome event.
Thank you to the Dodge County 4-H Leaders Assoc. and the Dodge County Dairy Promotion Committee for providing the morning snacks and milk. Thanks to Hyland Prairie for providing lunch concessions!
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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 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. 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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WANTED: Small Animal Project Youth
Sinissippi 4-H is seeking 4-H'ers in the Rabbits, Poultry, or Goats project to host a small animal station at the annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Hustisford Community Library on Saturday, April 8th from 11am-2pm. Seeking baby goats, rabbits, or chicks as a part of the baby animal/small animal station. Great way to earn a point on your Small Animal Project Activity card! Please call or text Tracy Malterer, Sinissippi 4-H at 920-285-1817 to sign up with your animal by March 27.
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Introducing the 2023 Summer Academy!
Join us on the UW-Madison Campus for the new Summer Academy, June 19-22, 2023. This new Positive Youth Development program will help you discover pathways to your future. Signup to learn what it takes to have a career, or a hobby in several SPARK areas including STEM, service, leadership, arts, trades, and many more. There will be fun opportunities to build networks and friendships with folks from all over the state of Wisconsin.
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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
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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