July 28, 2023
Marie's Message
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What is an exciting summer we are having! I would like to use the cover this month to highlight Dodge County Shooting Sports.
First, congratulations to the Dodge County 4-H members and Archery, Air Rife Leaders who competed and hosted the Annual Dodge County Invitational State Shoot last weekend. The group under the leadership of Jessie and Eva Lynch hosted 38 youth from 8 counties at the competition.
Youth interested in qualifying for Wisconsin’s 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships Team compete in Competitive Shoots across the state. Scores from these competitive shoots are used to determine who will represent Wisconsin on a National Championships Team.
For the second year in a row, Kayden Qualmann from Juneau Victorians, represented Dodge County and Wisconsin at the National Championships. In 2022, she competed in Archery Compound. Since you can only go to nationals one time, this year she competed in Archery Recurve. She spend 4 days shooting at the event which lasts for an entire week.
Kayden said she had a great time meeting other kids from different states and also shooting with her WI teammates. There were 42 states competing with over 700 kids in the different disciplines of shooting sports
Check out some of the pictures of Kayden at the National Shooting Sports Championships below.
Have a great weekend,
Marie
4-H Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
920.386.3790
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Club Happenings
Hyland Prairie (Vivian Lichty) We made bags with dairy treats for first responders. Families volunteered to deliver them. The July meeting will be a full meal, along with elections. It will be held at Leader Emily Schultz’s home, Healing Hearts Sanctuary, LLC.
Leipsic (Owen Hemling) Jacob Adsit reported on Space Camp. Max Luedtke reported on the American Spirit Trip.
Astico Perseverance (Braxton Soldner) Evelyn Schweoerer was a counselor at 4-H Camp and told us that she had lots of fun. Alex and Dane Laufenberg were there as well and agreed that it was lots of fun.
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National Night Out Opportunity
Sinissippi 4-H invites fellow 4-H members to bring an animal to host a small animal station at the annual National Night Out at the Hustisford Community Hall (outdoors) on Monday, August 7th from 5-8pm.
Great way to earn any last minute points on your Activity cards or get practice speaking to the public with your animal! Small animals only (calf, rabbit, lamb, goat, poultry, Guinea pig, etc).
Our club will also be hosting an activity booth there with Dairy games, prizes, and face painting!
Please call or text Tracy Malterer, Sinissippi 4-H at 920-285-1817.
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MAS HELP NEEDED
MEAL HELPERS MEETING:
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3RD @ 7PM
MAS OFFICE @ FAIRGROUNDS
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MEAL HELP:
The MAS Bidder/Buyer Meal has been going up in cost. The Committee has made some changes to make it more affordable, however they need some help! Please contact Mike Guenther at micglen2@hotmail.com if you can help on the committee and take care of serving the meal.
AUCTION HELP:
The Committee also needs some auction help! We need a couple of organized, friendly faces to help check in buyers for the auction. Please contact Marie Witzel at marie.witzel@wisc.edu to volunteer.
Thank you for your help volunteering! Volunteers are what make it possible for us to continue to be successful year after year.
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YOUTH BUILDING
HELP NEEDED!!
Youth Building Set-Up: Thursday, August 3 at 6:30 pm. We need strong bodies to help move display cases for the fair. If you can help contact Ellen Bohn at ebohn@co.dodge.wi.us
Youth Building Clean-Up: Saturday, August 5 from 9:00 am to noon. We need people to sweep in the Youth Building and do cleaning in the office. Also to set up benches, tables and chairs.
Judges Helpers Needed: It takes many hands helping to make the fair run smoothly. If you would like to help during the Junior Fair judging, let us know we need help in several departments. Contact Ellen Bohn at ebohn@co.dodge.wi.us.
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RC Planes!!
Do you remember this from April:
Dodge County recently received a donation of RC airplanes. I am looking for anyone that may have knowledge about RC and who may be interested in the airplanes.
One 4-H youth leader took me up on the offer:
I am Andy Hoefs of Hyland Prairie 4-H. I was wondering if there are any planes left because I believe it would be a fun learning experience for our 4-H club. I have been flying RC planes for a little over a year and would love to teach anyone who wants to learn!
Andy Hoefs mentored another 4-H member, Winston Lichty to build a custom RC plane from the donated items.
WAY TO GO ANDY HOEFS! THANK YOU FOR MENTORING WINSTON!
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Meat Animal Sale Scholarship Opportunity
The Dodge County Meat Animal Sale (MAS) Committee has budgeted funds, of which they may give scholarships to any Dodge County 4-H or FFA member in good standing who is a graduating high school senior through one year beyond high school graduation (12th or 13th grade on fair entry tags). Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in any post-secondary education for the upcoming year.
Scholarships will be awarded depending on applications received. There will be a minimum of 4 scholarships for no less than $1,000 each. Scholarships will be distributed after proof of successful completion of their Fall semester. Scholarships will be administered through the MAS Scholarship Committee.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 30TH
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ATTENTION Livestock Show Camp Participants
If youth attended the livestock show camp, remember that the Meat Animal Sale Committee has some money in their budget to help support your attendance. Please email Marie at marie.witzel@wisc.edu with the registration fee paid and where to send the check to get reimbursed.
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Fair Stand Schedules!
Check with your Club's General Leader to sign up for shifts in the following Fair Stands:
- 4-H Cream Puff Stand (only 2 shifts left!)
- 4-H/Farm Bureau Food Stand - ALL FILLED!!
- WI Woman for Ag Ice Cream Stand (10 shifts open!)
- 4-H Promotion Booth - ALL FILLED!!
- 4-H Fish Pond - ALL FILLED!!
- Youth Building Supervisors Needed
There are times available for everyone to volunteer! Contact your club's General Leader to sign up for a shift!
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Upcoming Horse Events:
Wed Aug 2nd:
Judge’s clinic 6-8pm at the Fairgrounds
Thurs Aug 24:
Pizza Night 6pm at the Fairgrounds
Please Note: NO SEPT MEETING
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Beef Project Display Challenge!
The Wisconsin Beef Council and Wisconsin 4-H Foundation are offering a display contest to all Wisconsin 4-H beef project members. The goal of the contest is to encourage 4-H beef project members and exhibitors to create an informative and appealing display that will educate consumers attending fairs or other events throughout the summer.
Entry deadline: September 30th.
Get all of the details here:
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Cloverbud Judges Needed
Are you in seventh grade or higher and interested in being a Cloverbud Judge at the county fair? Then this is for you! Cloverbud judging takes place in the Youth Building on Tuesday, August 17 from 9 am to 7pm or until finished. Judging shifts are 9-11am, 11-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm and 5pm until finished. Let us know what shifts will work best for you.
There will be a Cloverbud Judging Training workshop on Wednesday, August 9 at 6:00pm in the Youth Building on the fairgrounds for all new judges and optional for returning judges.
Sign-up by clicking the button below; you may sign up for 1 or 2 shifts.
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National 4-H Congress Registration Open!
Registration is now open in 4HOnline for National 4-H Congress until August 5th!
November 24-28, 2023
Atlanta, GA
Youth currently enrolled in Grades 9-12
National 4-H Congress is a five-day Educational Experience held in Atlanta, GA. Congress is the premiere nation-wide event for 4-Hers to network with others from around the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. While at Congress, 4-Hers engage in leadership, citizenship, global awareness, and inclusion. Highlights include educational workshops, exploring the city, international events, community service, educational tours, and the National Congress Gala. Click the button below to learn more:
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Goat Project Meetings
Dodge Cty Fairgrounds
August 12 | 8:00 AM - Pen Set-up at the Fair
Any questions: April Doll at 920-219-1953.
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Fair Entry Questions:
The new Fair Entry Clerk is Natalie Siedschlag. She is your new contact for Blue Ribbon/fair entry questions. Her number is: 920-386-3834 and email is: dodgecountyjrfair@gmail.com
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- July 29 - County Fair Dog Show
- July 31 - Wild Wacky Weekday Camp @ Harnischfeger Park, Ixonia
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- August 3-13 - Wisconsin State Fair
- August 5 - Youth Building Set-Up @ Fairgrounds
- August 12 - Dodge County Horse Show
- August 15 - Fair Entry Day
- August 16-20 - DODGE COUNTY FAIR
- August 28 - MAS Livestock Listening Session @ Fairgrounds
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