April 6, 2023
Marie's Message
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| Spring looks like it is finally coming! That means it is finally time that we can be back outside enjoying the warmer temperatures and new life is beginning to bloom.
I wanted to share a couple of items with you regarding staffing at the Extension Office.
First, a reminder that Tracy has taken a new job, which has left the office a bit short of support. The county is in the process of hiring, but this position is a bit different than what you may recall from the past. The position summary from the Dodge County Human Resource Department is listed below:
- This position is responsible to assist the Area Extension Director with the daily oversight of office operations, serves as a liaison between the county and Extension business partners, providing program assistance and administrative support for programs, and provides responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents.
- The University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension – Dodge County Department is a cooperative educational outreach program of Dodge County, the University of Wisconsin System, and the United States Department of Agriculture.
While the hiring is in process, we do not expect a person to enter the role with experience working with potentially any of the many computer systems to support the variety of programs that are offered by UW Extension. Please be patient with all of the staff during this transition.
Second, I anticipate there will be a delay in fair books and opening the entry system. Again, I would ask that you are patient and wait to hear more about those hopefully in May.
Thanks for your patience and support.
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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Attention 4-H Clubs
Amy Voigt (Past President), Teresa Stowell (President Elect) and Eric Salmi (Current President) are looking for invitations to your club meeting times and locations. We would like to be placed on your agenda. We would like to take 5 minutes of your clubs time to discuss the Executive Board and possibly recruit our youth for the future, when possible our current 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 our 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.
920-210-1647
92-988-1817
We look forward to hearing from your group to keep in touch by our visit.
Eric Salmi
Dodge County 4H Leaders Association
Executive Board 4H President
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2023 Dodge County Dairy Brunch
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Gault Valley Farms, W1970 Adams Rd., Neosho
The Dodge County Dairy Brunch is Sunday, June 4th. The sign-up for volunteer workers is open in Sign-Up Genius at the link below! Contact Brenda Conley at dodgecountydairy@gmail.com for more information.
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Registration extended to April 28th! Consider coming to camp! It’s going to be a great time, for sure!
Registration has been extended to April 28th! Register in 4-H Online. Cost is $200; which includes food, lodging & supples. Please make the check payable to: Dodge County 4-H and mail to 127 E. Oak Street, Juneau, WI 53039.
Camperships are available and many clubs offer financial support to attend.
Contact Marie Witzel, 4-H Youth Development Educator at marie.witzel@wisc.edu or 920-386-3790 with questions.
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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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Dive into Dairy Showing Event Saturday, June 10 - Sunday, June 11, 2023; Jefferson County Fair Park
Join the Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Commitee for a two-day dairy project learning event! The activities will simulate exhibiting at the County Fair.
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Dodge County 4-H Horse Project MeetingsApril 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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April 20 - Tattooing & Grooming
May 18 - Herdsmanship/Showmanship
June 26 - Herdsmanship/Showmanship
July 24 - Herdsmanship/Showmanship
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Market Livestock Identification
The Dodge County Meat Animal Sale Committee will be identifying Youth Market Beef, Market Sheep, Market Swine and Feeder Beef for the Dodge County Fair between Monday, April 17 and 4:30 pm on Friday, May 5, with an in-person request and pick-up day on April 29th. Junior Fair Market Beef, Sheep and Swine will be identified through tagging, DNA collection, and a 2023 Google Exhibitor/Family registration form. Tag requests may be made to 920-386-3790 starting April 17th. See the 2023 Junior Market Livestock ID letter HERE.
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Dodge County 4-H Member Experience Applications
Summer Academy June 19-22, 2023 for 7th-10th grade
Youth will have the opportunity to sign up for one of seven different track options for Summer Academy. Check out track descriptions and registration information HERE.
Registration opens April 1 - 30, 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
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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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2023 Wisconsin 4-H Key Award
Applications Due Date: April 7, 2023
Interviews Date: April 25, 2023
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.
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