January 22, 2021Marie's Message
Hi All,
At this point until March, 4-H and Extension 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/
It has been great to see all of the creative ways that 4-H Clubs are connecting with members between club meetings on Zooms, group recreation and lots of snowman building! Way to go leaders and members!
We have the county 4-H project kits available monthly. The registration is due on the 15th of the month prior. So the registration for March is due on February 15. We currently have the March and April kit registrations available. It has been exciting to see over 100 people ordering kits in the Dodge-Columbia-Sauk Area. 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.
All 4-H Club General Leaders should have received their club member & projects lists. If members have questions about their projects, they can contact their General Leader.
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...to Randy Clark (Lomira Clover Leaves), Lisa Justmann (River Oaks), and Holley Schwartz (Watertown Badgers) for completing the VIP Training as part of the certification to be an adult 4-H volunteer! Congratulations!
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Each kit will include the supplies necessary to complete the learning experience for the fee listed on the registration form.
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!
Sign up NOW to get your Explore at Home 4-H Project kits!
Registration and cost can be found HERE
Reserve Your March or April Kit!
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 - Using a variety of 4-H resources, you will get to 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 - Looking for ways to learn more about agriculture and life science, consider this 4-H project kit. Learning activities will be from the Acres of Adventures 4-H project curriculum and will focus on learning from four categories:
- 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 - Using a variety of resources, you will get to try out some cloverbud spring activities. There are several different resources for cloverbud activities, some will be items to make, and others will be some things to try, learn and reflect. Some activities include: CD art with decorating CD and planting a seed, egg projects and more
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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. It is also open to adult volunteers and extension staff. 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!
Website - https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/youthlivestock/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1mPVKo63rmBr5s3kFyvX9g
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wisconsinyouthlivestock/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/wiyouthlvstk/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/wiyouthlvstk
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Dairy Youth Advisory Committee (DYAC) presents...Scholarships & Grants 2021
- 2021 DYAC Scholarship Application is open. 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 The recipient must live in Dodge County and be a graduating senior from any public high school, parochial high school, or home school. READ MORE...
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DODGE COUNTY LAND & WATER CONSERVATION POSTER CONTEST
Healthy Forests=Healthy CommunitiesDodge County Land and Water Conservation Department will be participating in the 2021 NACD Poster Contest virtually. This contest is open to any Dodge County students in grades K-12. Prizes are awarded to the top three posters at each grade level for the county competition. The first place poster from each grade level will move onto the regional competition for a chance to win and move onto the state and national competitions.
Each poster must include the 2021 theme and must have a completed entry form that includes a signature from a parent or guardian. Forms that are not completely filled out or do not have a parent or guardian’s signature will not be accepted. DEADLINE February 15, 2021
Please submit a picture of your poster along with the completed signed entry form to bjjustmann@co.dodge.wi.us. If you have any questions please call the Land and Water Conservation Dept. at 920-386-3660.
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Dodge County Land & Water Conservation Speech Contest
The Conservation Speaking Contest aims to promote the conservation of natural resources and the protection or enhancement of environmental quality. Emphasis is placed on the subject as it relates to the locality or to Wisconsin.
- Elementary Division - Grades 5-6
- Junior Division - Grades 7-8
- Senior Division - Grades 9-12
Dodge County Land and Water Conservation Dept. will be participating in the 2021 Conservation Speaking Contest virtually. Students will have to film themselves giving the speech and submit it to the Land and Water Conservation Dept. Please see below for entry form, guidelines and link to WI Land and Water Association for information and helpful tips for filming your video. Your video should be emailed to bjjustmann@co.dodge.wi.us
Please contact the Dodge County Land and Water Conservation Department for more information at 920-386-3660. DEADLINE February 12, 2021
Entry form and guidelines
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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...
Participation is simple: Prepare and serve your Wisconsin Chili Lunch using as many locally-grown ingredients as possible, and customize it to meet your needs! Add local meats, cheese, or yogurt! Serve it in a bowl, on a baked potato, or with a cinnamon roll! Use a recipe listed below, or cook up your own favorite chili recipe. The key is to source as many Wisconsin-grown products as you can.
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