January 29, 2021Marie's Message
Hi All,
At this point until March, we are still working under the current guidance of less than 10 people in inside spaces. You can find that information at https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/4-h-faqs-related-to-covid-19/.
We have the county 4-H project kits available monthly. The registration is due on the 15th of the month prior. We currently have the March and April kit registrations available. The kits are based on the curriculum available to clubs so any of the projects would be great to share at club meetings and possible to exhibit at the county fair.
In addition we have a number of virtual 4-H opportunities that are happening all over the state! These sessions are available to anyone from any county. The registration happens through your 4-H Online account. Check them out there, look under events and make sure you scroll down to see everything that is offered. Some may have age restrictions, so if you click on it and are not old enough, you would not be able to register. You can find out more about the opportunities at https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/vlc/ Have a great time exploring all of the opportunities in 4-H throughout the state! If you have questions on how to register feel free to email me and I can help you out at marie.witzel@wisc.edu
Please feel free to contact me with questions, and I look forward to a great 2021!
Marie Witzel 4-H Youth Development Educator marie.witzel@wisc.edu 920-210-3080 I am following Wisconsin Department of Health Services, UW-Madison, and federal guidelines due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak. I am working remotely and am also available by phone at 920-210-3080.
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HATS OFF...4-H Family Learning Fun 2021 Zoom presenters Lorna O’Donovan (Achievers), Teresa Stowell (Achievers) and Brenda Conley (Neosho Utopians).
CONGRATULATIONS...to the top winners in the Dairy Trivia Nite Zoom: MacKenzie Gudex (Lomira Clover Leaves), Macyn Gudex (Lomira Clover Leaves), Madison Gudex (Lomira Clover Leaves), Marissa Spoke (Portland Boosters), Ian Spoke (Portland Boosters) and Claire Bingen (Neosho Utopians). Thanks to all who played!
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Kits must be registered by the 15th of the month. Kits must be paid in full prior to the pickup date Register by FEBRUARY 15th for a March kit! Register by MARCH 15th for an April kit! Registration and cost can be found HERE Make check payable to Dodge County 4-H and mail to: Extension Dodge County - 4-H Program 127 E. Oak Street Juneau, WI 53039 Call Extension Dodge County at 920-386-3790 with any questions.
MARCH 2021 KITS Cloverbud - Try out a Cloverbud learning activity in each of the major 4-H project areas -- animal science; arts and communication; family, home and health; mechanical science; natural resources; plant and soil science; and science & technology. Some activities will be items to make and others will be some things to try, learn and reflect upon. Aerospace Reduce, Reuse and Recycle - Using a variety of resources that you have around the house, we will work to make some great projects. Some examples include decorating a bottle and adding flowers, cd coaster, tin can art, and more
APRIL 2021 KITS Agriculture Science
- All About Agriculture--Homegrown Play Dough;Bread Basket Weaving; and Tie Dye Agriculture (using natural dyes)
- Fast Food Agriculture--High Speed Mystery Food
- Mystery Agriculture--Mystery Mush and Tofu Timbe
- Plant Detectives--Seed Sort and Soil Sam
Home Environment Cloverbuds - Try out some Cloverbud spring activities. Some activities include: CD art with decorating CD and planting a seed, egg projects and more!
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Scholarships are open to Dodge County 4-H'ers and 4-H Alumni! Apply today!
Most scholarships are due by March 1, 2021
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The Virtual Learning Community is a group of staff, volunteers, and youth members from across the state that are working to provide high quality virtual learning opportunities to people all across Wisconsin. You can find the Wisconsin 4-H Virtual Learning Community and check out their schedule of events at HERE!
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Wednesday Nite @ The Lab – A Part of the Wisconsin 4-H Virtual Learning Community
Join the Biotechnology Center every Wednesday night for Wednesday Nite @ The Lab! Each week features a speaker teaching about different science topics. These talks are available statewide and will be held on Zoom for the foreseeable future. Come join us!
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Join a 4-H State Art Team!
Applications for State Art Teams are now active in 4HOnline! You can apply via the events tab in 4HOnline. Applications are due February 15th, 2021.
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This year Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center is offering a virtual Camp Counselor Training Program. This training is intended to be applicable for both beginning counselors (as participants) and experienced counselors (as leaders) to prepare youth to excel in their counselor role during Summer Camp 2021. This opportunity is open to all experienced counselors, whether your group camps at Upham Woods or elsewhere. LEARN MORE...
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Youth sought to showcase their ‘Livestock Lessons’ – Round 2
Wisconsin Youth LIvestock Program are releasing the next round of Livestock Lessons ending on March 5, 2021. The potential topics for your lessons are endless! We would love for you to submit your 4-H demonstrations, FFA public speaking entries, any videos, and written work that aligns with the work your already doing. READ MORE...
Like & Follow Wisconsin Youth Livestock!
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Dairy Youth Advisory Committee (DYAC) presents...Scholarships & Grants 2021
- 2021 DYAC Scholarship Application Deadline March 1, 2021. READ MORE HERE...
- Dodge County Dairy Youth can apply for the 2021 DYAC Grant Program to purchase a dairy animal (any breed) to grow a youth's dairy herd. Deadline June 1, 2021 READ MORE HERE...
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Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarships!
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation will award more than $15,000 in scholarships to outstanding Wisconsin 4-H members and alumni pursuing higher education in 2021. To be considered for financial support, applications must be received by the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation via email by Monday, March 15, 2021. For more information, visit Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarship
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Master Gardener Assocation Scholarship
The Dodge County Master Gardener Association will award a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior who is planning a career in some area of horticulture. READ MORE...
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Join the Wisconsin Chili Lunch
Watch, learn, share and celebrate the Wisconsin Chili Lunch!
The Wisconsin Chili Lunch is a great way to highlight your farm to cafeteria efforts, practice sourcing local foods, support Wisconsin farmers and join forces with cafeterias and kitchens across the state to be “vocal for local.”
Celebrate local foods by cooking and serving a chili recipe made with local ingredients on National Chili Day—Thursday, February 25, 2021! LEARN MORE HERE...
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