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Pine County 4-H Update
5.9.24
Welcome to the Pine County 4-H Update!
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. Early bird registrations due May 10.
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
In an effort to help families complete their IDs, Sarah has set aside 2 specific times to meet with her to pick up tags and get assistance entering IDs:
- Thursday, May 9 from 2-6:30pm at North Pine Government Center in Sandstone
- Tuesday, May 14 from 2-6:30pm at Pine County Courthouse in Pine City
Families may also come to the Extension office at the courthouse during office hours any day until the deadline. We recommend calling ahead to be sure staff are available for you.
If you have any questions, please contact Sarah at 320-591-1654 or sodendah@umn.edu.
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.
Premium Book
Are you ready for summer 4-H fun? Find a copy of our county fair premium book at z.umn.edu/PinePremium.
If you would like a paper copy, please contact Joanna at 320-591-1651.
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
Summer Theater Camp
Learn more at z.umn.edu/PineTheaterCamp. Registrations due by May 31.
Animal Science Day Camp
Join us on June 25, 2024 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm for a day filled with interactive learning and fun experiences. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the world of animal science and connect with fellow enthusiasts at our immersive day camp! Dive into the exciting world of livestock with a focus on rabbits, poultry, meat goats, and dairy goats. Our hands-on activities cover everything from animal selection to showmanship, nutrition, and more. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced enthusiast, there's something for everyone to learn and enjoy.
Learn more at z.umn.edu/AnSciDayCampAitkin
Meet our Summer Intern
We are thrilled to have Alana Mangan joining us this summer as our 4-H intern. Please help us welcome her when you meet her at programs and events this summer.
Alana started May 6 and can be reached at manga162@umn.edu.
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 us at Summer Camp!
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.
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
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
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.
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