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Pine County 4-H Update
4.25.24
Welcome to the Pine County 4-H Update!
Enrollment Deadline May 15
If you prefer paper enrollment forms, or if you're unsure if your enrollment is complete, please reach out to Joanna at 320-591-1651.
Animal ID Deadline May 15
It's time to start preparing for the 2024 Pine County Fair! IDs for all 4-H animal projects are due Wednesday, May 15 by 11:59pm.
Access ID information documents at z.umn.edu/PineAnimalID or find more information on our website at https://extension.umn.edu/news/animal-id-deadline-0
Meet our Summer Intern
Hello! I am Alana Mangan, currently a freshman at the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, and I am studying English Education. I have been involved in 4-H since I was in fourth grade and have enjoyed creating projects, showing swine and poultry, and holding different leadership roles over the years. This summer I am looking forward to planning fun and engaging experiences for the youth of our community and learning alongside all the 4-Hers. This experience will help me grow as a future educator and will allow me the opportunity to know my community more!
Alana will be starting in early May and working through the summer. Please help us welcome her.
Federation Meeting April 29
Join us Monday, April 29 at 7 p.m. for our federation meeting. The federation is open to all 4-H members and screened volunteers. It works to provide learning and leadership opportunities to all members of Pine County 4-H. We ask that at least one youth and one adult from each club join us for the meeting. The more voices we have, the stronger our work!
The meeting will be held at the Pine County Courthouse Boardroom, located at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063
If you would like to attend virtually, go to z.umn.edu/PineVirtualFederation
Federation Officer Nominations
Expand your leadership skills by serving as a Federation Officer! The Federation meets 4 times a year to help guide and support 4-H activities across the entire county. Meetings are the last Monday of February, April, June, and September at 7pm.
We are currently looking for nominations for:
- President, Secretary, and Treasurer (must have completed 8th grade)
Youth may nominate themselves, or youth and adults can nominate a 4-H member who they believe would be a good fit.
To make a nomination, go to https://z.umn.edu/Pine4HOfficers or call Joanna at 320-591-1651.
Livestock PDC Meeting
Are you interested in 4-H livestock projects or supporting livestock project youth? Join us for the Livestock PDC mixer and meeting on May 13, 2024. This event will be held at the Hinckley Community Room, located at 106 1st St SE, Hinckley, MN 55037.
Our night will begin with appetizers and conversation, followed by a Cloverbud activity, and meeting.
Meeting agenda items include:
- Prizes
- LQA&E
- County Fair work teams
For questions or concerns, please contact Sarah at sodendah@umn.edu. If you would like to attend virtually, you can join the conversation at z.umn.edu/PineVirtualLivestock.
Cloverbud Saturday May 18
All youth in grades K-2 are invited to participate in 4-H Cloverbud Saturdays. Each session will highlight a different 4-H project area and give youth the opportunity to explore, complete hands-on projects, make new friends and learn new skills. Join us on Saturday, May 18 as we explore engineering!
When: Saturday, May 18 from 9:30-11am
Where: North Pine Government Center (1602 MN-23, Sandstone, MN 55072)
RSVP at z.umn.edu/PineCloverbuds or by calling Joanna at 320-591-1651.
Questions? Contact Sarah Odendahl, Pine County 4-H Extension Educator, at sodendah@umn.edu or 320-591-1654
Livestock Quality Training June 11
All youth in grades 6+ planning to participate at the Minnesota State Fair or Northeast Livestock Show as a livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat and dairy goat and llama-alpaca must complete Livestock Quality Assurance and Ethics Training.
Register to attend LQA&E training on June 11 from 5-8 pm at the Kanabec County Courthouse located at 317 E Maple Ave, Mora, MN.
This training is free for Pine County 4-H members and is good for three fair seasons. Register in
4-HOnline or by calling the Extension Office at 320-591-1650.
Kanabec County Nutrition Night
Dale Hansen, from Luxemburg Feed in St. Cloud, will be presenting on feeding requirements for farm animals vs show animals, sources of protein and fats, how feed is mixed, and why all feed isn't equal. He will also share how to work with your local feed suppliers to maximize your investment. Handouts will be available for 4-H youth to take home.
Register in 4-H Online or by calling Joanna at 320-591-1651.
Join 4-H at YELLO!
Invite your friends to “Exploring a Universe of Leadership” at Youth Exploring Leadership and Learning Opportunities (YELLO) this June 12-15! YELLO is a 4-H leadership conference for youth in grade 7+ that prepares youth to learn and lead in their communities. To learn more about YELLO and register visit https://z.umn.edu/4hyello.
Join us at Summer Camp!
STEM Camp @UMD
Youth who have completed grades 6-10 are invited to join Minnesota 4-H at STEM camp, July 8-11. During camp, you will engage in hands-on science and engineering design activities with professors and students at the University of Minnesota Duluth's Swenson College of Science and Engineering. You will also learn more about yourself as you consider your own pathway to higher education.
Learn more and register at: https://extension.umn.edu/event/northeast-4-h-stem-camp
Animal Science Day Camp
Save the date! NE Animal Science Day Camp is coming Tuesday, June 25. More information and registration materials will be available soon.
Pine County Youth Grant
Need some help to make your summer fun happen? Pine County is offering the Youth Opportunity Grant Application (YOGA) to help youth engage in positive activities and reduce substance use this summer. Funds can be used for registration fees, snacks, and more.
Learn more at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PC-YOGA
Sensational Soybeans Kits
Looking for a new project this summer? Try your hand at growing soybeans! Youth grades 3 and up can register by May 1 to receive a supply kit and guide for summer soybean experiments.
Learn more at https://extension.umn.edu/event/4-h-sensational-soybeans-kits
Connect with Calendars
Want to keep up to date with Pine County 4-H? There are a few ways to stay up to date.
- Visit our county web events calendar anytime to see what is coming up.
- If you use Google Calendar, subscribe to our Pine County Google calendar to see all our 4-H events in the same place as your other activities.
- You can also view our Pine County Google calendar without subscribing.
Contact
Email: sodendah@umn.edu
Website: extension.umn.edu/local/pine
Location: 635 Northridge Drive Northwest, Pine City, MN, USA
Phone: 320-591-1654