January 15, 2021

Marie'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/

We have the county project "Explore 4-H at Home" kits available monthly. The registration is due on the 15th of the month prior. The registrations for March kits are due on February 15; we will be listing the March and April kit information next soon.

Next week is a busy week in 4-H. On January 18, we have a 4-H Livestock Education Zoom along with a Family Fun Night: Curd Science Zoom. On Tuesday, January 19 is another Family Fun Night: Paper Boxes Zoom!

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.

Juneau Victorians (Maya Krause). Maya Krause talked about the no sew blankets; Bethany Cameron talked about cake decorating. Cassidy Wittnebel talked about cookie decorating and her scrapbook and Rose Lake talked about repotting her plant.

Richwood Rangers 4-H Club made a basket for front line workers at Watertown Regional Medical Center 3rd Floor to honor them and say thanks for the work that they are providing during the COVID epidemic.

Each kit will include the supplies necessary to complete the learning experience for the fee listed on the registration form.
February – Child Development, Cloverbud, STEM Mechanical Science
Kits available on Feb. 15th must be registered and paid for by Jan. 15th.
Register by JANUARY 15th for a FEBRUARY kit!
Sign up NOW to get your Explore at Home 4-H Project kits for February!
Registration and cost can be found HERE

Reserve Your February 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.

Statewide 4-H Virtual Game Night TONIGHT!

Connect with 4-H’ers from around Wisconsin on January 15th at 7 p.m. for a fun and exciting game night! We’ll play multiple virtual games and hopefully learn a few things to take back to your clubs. Register HERE. You won’t want to miss it!

Dodge County 4-H
Family Learning FUN 2021

4-H Family Learning Fun 2021 is here with opportunities for everyone!

4-H Family Learning Fun - Dairy Trivia Night sign up will end on Tuesday, January 19. If anyone still wants to join this zoom, they need to sign up by Monday. Also anyone thinking about presenting a Family Learning Fun Zoom may want to watch this Zoom to get an idea of how they can present their topic. We are looking for more people willing to teach on a Zoom. Contact Ellen Bohn 920-386-3790 or ebohn@co.dodge.wi.us.

Participants receive an emailed link for each Zoom the week before the scheduled session. Each Zoom has a separate registration, please sign up for each session separately. Be sure to check your Focus on 4-H every week, we will be adding more Zooms for February and March!

Monday, January 25th @ 7:00pm: Dairy Trivia Nite: How well do you think you know about dairy, farming, cheese and cows? If you said a lot, then this night is for you! We will be playing Kahoot Dairy Trivia LIVE via Zoom and will be lots of fun for all ages. There will be dairy prizes given away during certain questions and an overall winning prize (you will need to pick your prizes up at the Extension Dodge County Office). Taught by Brenda Conley, Dodge County Dairy Ambassador. REGISTER HERE

WI 4-H State Art Team Applications - DUE Jan. 15
(Youth 9-13 Grades Eligible to Apply)

We are excited to announce that applications for the 2021 WI 4-H State Art Teams are now open! The teams include Drama Company, Art Team, and Communications Team. Each of the teams provide unique opportunities for youth leaders to further develop their leadership skills, engage with others from around the state and explore the arts in new and meaningful ways with the support of positive and caring adults.

Applications for the State Arts Teams are now open in 4HOnline through January 15th, 2021. Each application has different requirements. Please review the information HERE.

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

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

DODGE COUNTY LAND & WATER CONSERVATION POSTER CONTEST
Healthy Forests=Healthy Communities

Dodge 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.

http://www.nacdnet.org/general-resources/stewardship-and-education-materials/contests/
Poster contest entry form and guidelines

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.

Please submit a picture of your poster along with the completed signed entry form to bjjustmann@co.dodge.wi.us.

Please read through the updated guidelines and forms as some rules have changed.To find out more information about (NACD) The National Association of Conservation Districts or National Contest Rules Visit:

If you have any questions please call the Land and Water Conservation Dept. at 920-386-3660.

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.

Entry form and guidelines

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