Clover Digest
December 8, 2023
In This Week’s Clover Digest you can expect:
Annual Volunteer Training
Food Stand/Building Committee Meeting
Office Closed
January All Livestock Meeting
January Federation Meeting
FYI: New Vision Co-op Calf Program Returns
SAVE THE DATE: Annual 4-H Fundraiser
Market Beef & Dairy Steer ID Deadline: February 15
2024 Nobles County Fair Dates
HIRING: 2024 Summer Interns
Re-enroll in 4-H Online
Volunteer Re-enrollment
Regional, State & National Events
Annual Volunteer Training
Food Stand/Building Committee Meeting
In preparation for future successful food stand fundraisers, the food stand committee and building committee will meet in December to discuss food stand improvements and next steps. If you are interested in working with this group, please join us for an initial meeting on Tuesday, December 19 at 5:30 pm in the Farmers Room. Youth and adult volunteers are welcome on the committee.
Office Closed
In celebration of the winter holidays, the Extension Office will be closed on the following dates and staff will be unavailable:
December 22, 2023
December 25, 2023
December 26, 2023
January 1, 2024
Anna will be out of the office from December 22, 2023 - January 1, 2024 and will not have access to phone or email during this time; she will return your message after she returns to the office on January 2.
January All Livestock Meeting
The livestock committees will meet on January 8, 2024 at 6:30 pm in the Farmers Room. At this meeting we will discuss educational opportunities for the next year and work on some team building activities.
January Federation Meeting
Plan to attend the January Federation meeting on January 16 starting at 7:30 pm. Advisory council will meet at 6:30 pm. We will discuss the annual fundraiser at this Federation meeting and fundraising packets will be distributed.
FYI: New Vision Co-op Calf Program Returns
Thanks to generous support from New Vision Co-op the co-op calf program will return in 2024. Watch the Clover Digest and Nobles County 4-H social media for more information and the application.
SAVE THE DATE: Annual 4-H Fundraiser
Once again this year, we will sell food items for our annual fundraiser. The fundraiser will start in January. The pick up date will be in March. Watch the Clover Digest and Nobles County 4-H social media for more information. Fundraising packets will be available to pick up at the January Federation meeting.
Market Beef & Dairy Steer ID Deadline: February 15
As a reminder, the market beef and dairy steer animal ID deadline is Thursday, February 15, 2024. Ear tags will be available in the Extension Office in January. For more information about ID requirements please refer to the 4-H animal ID website.
2024 Nobles County Fair Dates
The dates for the 2024 Nobles County Fair are August 7-11. General project entry day and livestock interviews will take place on August 6. Performance, clothing and demonstration day will take place on August 2. A detailed schedule of 4-H events will be available at a later date.
HIRING: 2024 Summer Intern
Summer intern applications are now open! Summer interns work with day camps, Cloverbuds and the county fair during their internship! The next round of applications will open in early January. Apply at z.umn.edu/4hsummerintern.
Re-enroll in 4-H Online
Volunteer Re-enrollment
Every three years, volunteers must complete the Safety of Minors Training and re-enroll in 4-H Online. If you have received notice that you need to renew, please reference this renewal guide.
Regional, State & National Events
PHOTO CONTEST: A Day in the Life
Minnesota 4-H photography is excited to offer a statewide photography challenge open to youth in grades K-13! Capture a moment in your life each day for a week. Document your daily activities as they unfold naturally - mealtime, friends, family, hobbies, backyard, animals, etc. For more information and a complete list of rules, review the website article. Registration is required in 4-H Online.
Attend Citizenship Washington Focus in June 2024
Applications close on December 15 for the 2024 Citizenship Washington Focus experience. Learn more and apply today.
BLU/TEEL
Registration is now open for the annual BLU and TEEL leadership events. Building Leadership and Understanding (BLU) and Teens Engaged in Emerging Leadership (TEEL) is a regional leadership conference for youth in grades 6-13. Nobles County 4-H pays half the registration fee for youth who attend this experience. Learn more and apply today.
4-H Plant Science Needs Assessment
In the next week, all families enrolled in Nobles County 4-H will receive an email asking them to complete a 4-H Plant Science Needs assessment. The plant science program in MN 4-H is growing and they need your help determining their next endeavors.
Training: Connecting New Youth to Your Club
Are you looking for some take home resources to use for club recruitment? Join two local 4-H Educators for a training session sharing practical resources and exploring ideas to recruit new members on January 23, at 8:00 PM via zoom. Registration is now open at z.umn.edu/SWVolChats.
Animal Science Leadership Team
Youth team members in grades 8 and up will have the opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate a variety of animal science programs while exploring their passions and practicing leadership skills. They will also serve as positive role models for Minnesota 4-H and the animal science program. This experience will offer an opportunity to network with peers, mentors and industry professionals. Applications are due December 15. Learn more and apply today.
2024 Down on the Farm
Cloverbuds are invited to Down on the Farm in January 2024! This virtual animal science program will explore the wonderful world of animal science through hands-on activities and guest speakers. Sessions will be offered Saturday mornings January 6-27 from 10-10:30 a.m. Find full details and register at: z.umn.edu/2024DownOnTheFarm
Redwood Co Wildlife Event
Save the date for the Redwood County Wildlife Event on February 10. This event will include Cloverbud programs and wildlife hours for Shooting Sport and Wildlife 4-H members. Registration will be available soon.
Save the date for the Minnesota 4-H state leadership conference: YELLO
Don't miss out on the 4-H state leadership conference! Youth Exploring Leadership and Learning Opportunities (YELLO) will take place June 12 - 15, 2024. YELLO is open to youth in grades 7+. It’s a great way to learn, build leadership skills, and make new friends! Learn more.
Mental Health Sessions
Let’s Talk about Mental Health is a five-session series designed to provide a safe place for youth to have important conversations about mental health and wellbeing. This series demonstrates to youth that they are valued and welcomed by 4-H and gives all youth the tools to be supportive and effective. This virtual series starts in January.Learn more and register today!
Anna Rose & Wendy Baumgartner
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