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February 3, 2023Marie's Message
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Hi All,
Research shows that youth who attend camps during the summer come away with so much more than what camping programs are given credit for.
4-H is intentional in providing critical components of a successful learning experience as part of all its summer camp curriculum. These Essential Elements are: Belonging, Independence, Mastery, and Generosity. They are designed to meet the developmental needs of youth. Let me give you some examples!
4-H Camp attendees experience a sense of Belonging, the first Essential Element, while being supported by camp staff, counselors, and 4-H Youth Development Professionals. Campers enjoy being in a safe place with their peers to learn and grow. 4-H accepts youth where they are and helps them ignite the spark that exist within them, enabling them to reach their potential.
Independence, the second Essential Element, is a key element that a residential or day camp provides for its attendees. Providing the opportunity for youth to be independent thinkers and to better understand themselves develops at camp as youth learn to make decisions based on experiences and knowledge obtained during camp.
In order to develop the self-confidence needed for youth to feel they can be successful, camp provides many opportunities for Mastery, the third Essential Element, to take place. Whether it is passing the swim test, learning a new skill, or leading a game, having that “I can do this” moment for a camper can make a positive impact on a young person’s life.
Lastly, 4-H camps provide opportunities for youth to learn the importance of Generosity, the fourth Essential Element, by learning and working with campers who may be different than themselves. Through planned program curriculum consisting of team building and get acquainted activities throughout the week, the campers learn to focus on what they have in common and to value the contributions of others who may not look or act like them.
So being away from home, making new friends, being a part of a team, and trying new things are key building blocks to obtaining a successful experience to meet the developmental needs of youth. 4-H summer camp provides youth the platform to create great memories and lasting relationships that can last a lifetime. Adapted from Marcus Boston Jr. University of Florida Extension
Check out links in this Friday’s Focus for the Columbia, Dodge, Sauk Summer Camp in June or the Open Enrollment Camp at Upham Woods in July.
Please feel free to contact me with questions, and I look forward to an exciting camping season.
Marie Witzel
4-H Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
920.386.3790 (office)/920-210-3080 (cell)
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Message from 4-H Leaders Executive Board
Amy Voigt (Past President), Teresa Stowell (President Elect) and Eric Salmi (Current President) are looking for invitations to your club meeting. We would like to be placed on your agenda to take 5 minutes of your club's time to discuss the Executive Board and possibly recruit youth and adults for the future. When possible our current 4-H Leaders Exec. Board Youth Reps will be coming along. We are currently missing youth on two different boards and would like to fill these vacant positions to help get the member’s feedback at Executive and Leaders Meetings. These are opportunities for youth and adult leaders. We are continuing to make the “Best Better”.
Please feel free to contact any one of us at the below emails or phone numbers.
- Amy Voigt avoigt0310@gmail.com/920-210-1647
- Teresa Stowell trstowell@yahoo.com
- Eric Salmi mastrivianight@yahoo.com /920-988-1817
We look forward to hearing from your club!
Eric Salmi, Dodge County 4-H Leaders Association President
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Family Learning Day Returns!Family Learning Day returns February 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
*If you are emailing your registration form separate from mailing in the payment, please email to tmalterer@co.dodge.wi.us
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 4, 2023
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4-H Summer Camp 2023 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/
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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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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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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!
- Patricia Hahn Dodge County 4-H Legacy Scholarship Due March 1, 2023
- Dodge County 4-H Youth & Alumni Scholarship Due March 1, 2023
- Dodge County 4-H Endowment Fund Scholarship Due March 1, 2023
- Esther Haase Menn 4-H Memorial Scholarship 2023 Due March 1, 2023
- Dodge County Dairy Youth Recognition Auction Committee Scholarship Due March 1, 2023
- Kuhlman Family Dairy Promotion Scholarship (PDF) Due March 31, 2023
- WI 4-H Foundation Scholarship Due March 15, 2023
- WI Rural Opportunities Foundation DUE March 1, 2023
- HCE Scholarship DUE April 1, 2023
- WI Towns Association Scholarship Competition Due May 26, 2023
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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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Trivia Night 2023Trivia Night is fast approaching us. Do you have your Trivia Night checklist completed?
- Livestock Exhibitors – did you send your photo’s into mastrivianight@yahoo.com to be on the power point
- 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.
Prizes have started to come in so far we have many gift cards and a few gift baskets. We also have 2 halves of a hog that will be raffled off.
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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- February 16 Cavies Project Meeting, 6pm, Dodgeland School
- February 16 Rabbit Project Meeting 7pm, Dodgeland School
- February 16 Poultry Project Meeting 7pm, Dodgeland School
- February 21 Dodge County 4-H Leaders Association, Dodge County Administration Building, Juneau
- February 23 Horse Project Meeting, Dodge County Administration Building, Juneau
- February 25 Family Learning Day, Dodgeland School
For the 2023 4-H Calendar, please visit HERE
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