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April 15, 2022Marie's Message
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Hi All,
Next Week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week 4/17-4/23. I would like to take this time to say THANK YOU to the over 200 volunteers in the Dodge County 4-H program.
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. Each year, we shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers who lend their time, talent and voice to make a difference in their communities.
National Volunteer Week was established in 1974 and has grown exponentially each year, with thousands of volunteer projects and special events scheduled throughout the week. Today, as people strive to lead lives that reflect their values, the expression of civic life has evolved. Whether online, at the office, or the local food bank; whether with a vote, a voice, or a wallet – doing good comes in many forms, and we recognize and celebrate them all.
On behalf of all of the Dodge County 4-H members, thank you for your work as a volunteer!
Have a great April!
Marie Witzel
Positive Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
920.386.3790 (office) 920.210.3080 (cell)
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WI 4-H Hall of Fame 2022 Nominations Open
Nominations for the 2022 Wisconsin Hall of Fame laureate class are now open. Nomination forms and more information about the WI 4-H Hall of Fame can be found HERE. Reach out to Marie Witzel if you need help writing up a nomination or have a candidate to nominate. Nominations are due May 20. You can find an alphabetical listing of previous laureates HERE.
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Helmer Inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame
Dodge County 4-H is excited to announce the induction of Sherry Helmer (Trenton Highlights), Dodge County 4-H Volunteer into the Wisconsin 4-H Hall of Fame along with eight other statewide volunteers, supporters, and staff who have impacted Wisconsin 4-H. Helmer was awarded the Hall of Fame Laureate in 2020, and was inducted in-person into the Wisconsin 4-H Hall of Fame at the Wintergreen Hotel & Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells on Sunday, April 10, 2022. READ MORE...
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Volunteers Help Make 4-H Possible
To volunteer, you don’t need to have previous experience working with youth. The most important qualifications are
- a desire to work with young people to help them learn new things and gain life skills; and
- wanting to provide youth with positive experiences in a safe and welcoming environment.
Extension volunteers work with staff to deliver educational programs using University and other high-quality educational resources.
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Herman Hornets (Claire Zuern) Herman Hornet 4-H Members (4th grade and younger) did an egg hunt and 5th grade and older did an escape room. We also had a guest speaker, Mark Schellinger, talk about mason and leaf-cutter bees. Cleanup at Trinity Community Center will be in April.
Richwood Rangers (Maria Meier) Visitor Sue Trepte from the Haus of Peace-Women’s and Children’s Home spoke of their mission. The club decided to pay for a movie, popcorn, and one guest per person for recreation.
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4-H Wants YOU to be YOUThe 4-H Movement has launched another challenge with Chris Clover, the "4-H Wants YOU to be YOU" campaign! The first deadline for submissions is May 1st.
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Apply for a Dodge County 4-H Endowment Fund Grant!
Who can apply? Any Dodge County 4-H member and/or leader can apply on behalf of his/her Dodge County 4-H club; any Dodge County 4-H subcommittee or group; Dodge County 4-H Leaders Association, Inc.; and/or Dodge County Extension agent.
What are the funding criteria? Preference will be given to projects that meet the following criteria:
- Projects with an innovative or educational purpose
- Projects open to all of your club’s members
- Projects that increase awareness of 4-H in your community
- Projects with a community service focus
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Dairy Promotion Funding Available to ClubsThe Dodge County Dairy Promotion Committee and Wisconsin Women for Ag sponsor funding for 4-H clubs and groups to host dairy promotion events in their communities. This handy packet includes funding request forms, report forms, contest score sheets, and financial report.
DEADLINE TO REQUEST FUNDS: JUNE 1, 2022
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Livestock Project Educational Reminders
There are educational opportunities and Information on the MAS requirements, forms and opportunities listed HERE. Remember that the Educational Event Verification form is on that site to be completed.
HERE is the link for the Youth livestock event verification form for virtual events.
Youth and families need to keep the forms and attach to the 'Orange Cards' and hand in at or before the July 25th due date.
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2022 Dodge County Junior Fair Market Livestock Identification
For the 2022 youth livestock project year, the Dodge County Meat Animal Sale Committee will be identifying Junior Market Beef, Sheep, Swine projects with ear tags, DNA samples, and a Google Exhibitor/Family Registration form. Feeder Beef will be identified with tags and registration form.
ID packets (ear tags, DNA envelopes, specie paperwork) are available for pick-up at the Extension Dodge County office starting Monday, April 11th.
You will be required to request your Identification packets with the Extension office prior to pick-up at 920-386-3790.
WI State Fair US 840 tags may be used in place of Dodge Co tags if you are planning on showing at the Wisconsin State Fair, however, you will need to request and submit a DNA sample for each animal including the Google Exhibitor/Family Registration Form as outlined in the identification instructions.
DUE DATE FRIDAY, MAY 6TH, 2022 by 4:30 PM
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YQCA Transitions to New PlatformYQCA (Youth for the Quality Care of Animals) has transitioned to a new website platform. Visit https://yqcaprogram.org/ for information.
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is a national multi-species quality assurance program for youth ages 8 to 21 with a focus on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development.
All youth who exhibit beef, sheep, and swine at the Dodge County Fair will be required to complete YQCA training (YQCA does NOT count as an educational point).
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(There’s also an app available for Android and Apple users)
Please use the resources for further explanation of cuts and how classes are scored. Questions? Please contact Kari Behling at 608-444-2441.
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Apply for a Youth Dairy Grant Today!
The grant funds are to be utilized to purchase a dairy animal (any breed) to grow a youth’s dairy herd. $500 grants are available for the 2022 program. Grant money is made available through proceeds from the Dodge County Dairy Youth Recognition Auction, held each year at the Dodge County Fair. Deadline to apply June 1, 2022.
Youth Dairy Project Education Card
Questions about Dairy Project Education Cards or grant application? Contact the Dairy Youth Advisory Committee at dodgecountydyac@gmail.com or call Extension Dodge County at 920-386-3790.
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Share Basis Calf Project
Would you like to own a registered Holstein female? Or earn savings bonds by caring for a project heifer? If so, the Holstein Association Share Basis Calf Project is for you!
Objectives of the Share Basis Project:
-To promote interest in registered Holsteins among youth
-To provide club members an opportunity to build equity in registered Holstein by providing the feed, labor & care involved in raising a calf
-To provide a high-quality calf for members with limited fund who wish to purchase an animal through the project
-To encourage members to learn recommended methods o feeding, training, showing, breeding, advertising and merchandising of registered Holsteins.
-To provide a learning experience for youth in the economic and business of dairying. Standard forms for feed records, pedigrees, contracts and agreements are required to hel provide this experience.
Eligibility Qualifications include:
1. One year 4-H/FFA Dairy project [include showing at Fair]
2. Must agree to keep required records
3. Must have parents’ consent
4. Must fulfill terms/conditions of contract
5. Members must have a dairy home farm herd or be sponsore by a dairy farmer [keep the calf on a dairy farm –daily care would be by member]
6. Member must reside in Dodge County
7. Member must join Jr. Holstein Club and parents are asked to join Dodge County Holstein Association
8. Top rated exhibitor of Share Basis Calf will be one of the Dairy Auction participants
SEND STATEMENT OF INTEREST WITH NAME, CLUB/CHAPTER, EMAIL AND PHONE NUMBER TO: dodgecountydyac@gmail.com
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Rabbit & Cavy Project Meetings CAVIES at 6pm, RABBITS at 7pm
April 25 Oak Grove Town Hall
N5801 Grove Road, Juneau
For questions, email docorabbits@gmail.com
Upcoming Meetings
May 23 Small Animal Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds (6pm Cavies/7pm Rabbits)
June 27 Small Animal Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds (6pm Cavies/7pm Rabbits)
July 25 (CAVIES ONLY) Small Animal Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds 6pm
July 28 (RABBITS ONLY) Small Animal Building, Dodge Co. Fairgrounds 7pm
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Poultry Project MeetingsContact Dan Schwandt, Poultry Project Leader at schwandtdutch@aol.com or 920-763-8030.
- NO APRIL MEETING
- May 19th 7pm - Youth Building @ Fairgrounds
- June 16th 7pm - Small Animal Building @ Fairgrounds
- July 21st 7pm - Youth Building @ Fairgrounds
- September 15 - Youth Building @ Fairgrounds
On March 14, officials confirmed avian flu virus in a Jefferson County flock. Extension poultry specialist Ron Keane spoke on WI Public Radio about avian flu, biosecurity practices, and issues facing poultry farmers. LISTEN HERE
IMPORTANT UPDATE!: Ron Kean, Poultry Specialist, from WI Dept. of Ag, Trade, & Consumer Protection has officially suspended all poultry shows, exhibitions and swap meets statewide through May 31, 2022.
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- April 18 4-H Dog Project Zoom, 6:30pm (link will be sent to project members)
- April 18 Livestock Educational Meeting, Wesley Center, Waupun 7pm
- April 19 Dodge Co. 4-H Leaders Association Meeting, Leroy Town Hall, 7pm
- April 21 Dairy Judging Seniors/Reasons, Dodge Co. Admin. Bldg, Juneau 7pm
- April 25 Cavies Project Meeting, Oak Grove Town Hall, 6pm
- April 25 Rabbits Project Meeting, Oak Grove Town Hall, 7pm
- April 28 Horse Project Meeting, 7pm
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