atascosa county 4-h awards...
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Inside This Issue
Salute to Excellence Award 2
Jam Making Class 2
Roundup Results 3
District Horse Show Results 4
County Council Officer Retreat 5
Leadership Lab 5
Election Convention 5
County Recordbook Results 6
District 12 Recordbook Contest 6
Clubs Around the Community 7
Volunteers Needed ! 7
Club Officer Training 8
Club Manager Training 8
Interviews 8
4-H Open House 8
Livestock Day Camps 9
Ranch Horse Program 9
Beef Showmanship Clinic 9
Saddle & Sirloin Futurity 10
Race Day Classic Steer Show 11
State Fair of Texas Information 11
Aggie Meat Judging Camp 12
Maroon & White Goat Sale 12
Rabbit Extravaganza 13
Texan Livestock Judging Clinic 13
HTYA Summit 14
Scholarship 14 Club Information 15
Printable July Calendar 16
Atascosa County 4-H Awards Banquet
August 2, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Pleasanton Jr. High Cafeteria
We are excited to announce the 2019 awards banquet is just
around the corner. Tickets are $7.00 for parents, non-4-Hers and
guest, and 4-H Member price is $5.00. Due to limited seating, we
cannot guarantee tickets will be available at the door. Please pur-
chase your tickets in advance at the Atascosa County Extension Of-
fice or by mailing in a check by July 23rd.
This years guest speaker will be
Hannah Ward, former member of
Mesquite 4-H Club.
We ask that anyone that can volun-
teer bring in their favorite desert to
share and please include serving
ware.
There will be a silent auction to raise funds for the County Merit
Scholarship. Anyone wishing to donate goods or services may
bring their items to the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office
prior to the event.
Atascosa County Council will be holding a canned food drive at
the Awards Banquet. We ask that you please bring at least one
canned food item to help stock the pantry at local food banks.
We are needing pictures for the sideshow during the banquet. If
you have any photos participating in 4-H Events please send them
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Jimmy Meyer Receives Salute to Excellence Award
at Texas 4-H Roundup
Each year, the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program provides awards and recognition for
4-H Volunteers and Leaders that provide support to the 4-H program. The Texas 4-H Sa-
lute to Excellence Award recognizes 2 volunteers from each district for their outstand lead-
ership and role they play in the 4-H program. Jimmy Meyer was presented with the Salute
to Excellence award on Wednesday June 12, 2019 at a luncheon during the Roundup compe-
tition. Pictured along side him are, from left to right, Dr. Parr Rosson, III; Jimmy Meyer;
Dale Rankin; and Dr. Courtney Dodd.
Jam Making Class
On June 12, 2019 the ladies of the Brush Country
Study Group held a Jelly Making Class for any 4-H
Member that was interested in attending. Abigail
Kumuas was in attendance to learn the ins and out
of making Strawberry Jam. In addition to leaning
how to make the jam she was able to take home a
few jars of the delicious jam for herself. The
Brush Country Study Group looks to hold more
classes at later dates so pay attention to the
monthly 4-H Newsletter for more chances to learn
other great crafts.
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Atascosa County 4-H At Texas Roundup
Members of the Atascosa County 4-H traveled to College Station, Texas to participate
at the Texas 4-H Roundup at Texas A&M University. Senior Teams participated in Ag
Product ID, Consumer Decision Making, and Livestock Judging. Junior 4-H Member
Tucker Fair participated in Entomology. Both the Consumer Decision Making and
Livestock Judging Teams had to qualify by winning the District 12 Contest in both
events. The Consumer Decision Making team won 5th place at Roundup; the Live-
stock Judging Team won 10th place at Roundup; and Tucker Fair won 3rd with his En-
tomology collection. Great job to all of those 4-H Members that Participated.
Consumer Decision Making team: Stayton Hagen, Ken-
dall Hagen, Caitlyn Nieschwitz, and Trey Hagen Livestock Judging team: Coach Joe Taylor, Hunter Nor-
ment, Mason Vick, Nathan Ricks, Madison Maglievaz, and
Dale Rankin
Tucker Fair with the Ag Product ID team: Caitlyn
Nieschwitz, Kendall Hagen, Stayton Hagen, and Trey
Hagen
Tucker Fair with his Entomology Col-
lection.
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Texas State Horse Show July 21—27, 2019
Brazos County Expo Center, Bryan, Texas
Texas State Horse Show Schedule at:
https://files.constantcontact.com/180ea6f5201/eed3d6ce-bb85-4ed3
-b664-a7b0976842d4.pdf
To the left: Charity Harris on horse Ac-
claimed Invitation, Abigail Henry, and
Joleann Besancon with horse Triple Paint-
ed Madam
Members of Atascosa 4-H Participate in the District 12 Horse Show
(held in cooperation with District 11)
Showmanship at Halter:
Senior: Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Geldings 5 & Over:
Grand Champion Gelding: Charity Harris
Mares 5 & Over:
Grand Champion Mare: Joleann Besancon
Western Pleasure:
Senior: Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Western Horsemanship:
Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Trail:
Senior Charity Harris
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Hunter Showmanship:
Senior: Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Hunter Under Saddle:
Senior: Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Hunt Seat Equitation:
Senior: Charity Harris
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Hunt Seat Versatility:
Senior: Charity Harris 1st
Junior: Joleann Besancon 1st
Senior Hunter Grand Champion:
Charity Harris
Junior Hunter Grand Champion:
Joleann Besancon
Senior horseman Grand Champion:
Charity Harris
Junior Horseman Grand Champion:
Joleann Besancon
To the right: Charity Harris and Joleann
Besancon with their prizes from the day
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Atascosa County 4-H County Council Officer Retreat
The 2019—2020 Elected County Council Officers spent the day on June 4 getting to know one
another by participating in team building activities and planning the 2019—2020 4-H Year.
Leadership Lab and Election Convention 2019
Madilyn Vick
attended the Dis-
trict 12 Leadership
Lab on June 18—
21. This was
Madi’s 2nd year in
a row to attend.
She is pictured-
with friends she
met at a prior
Leadership Lab
and participating
in Leadership
building activities.
Ely Rankin
attended the
2019 District 12
Election Conven-
tion held at the
end of Leadership
Lab. At the Con-
vention he took
place in voting on
new Officers for
the District Coun-
ty Council while
representing
Atascosa County
4-H.
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District 12 4-H Recordbook Contest
All 1st place winners in each category are eligible for the District 12 Recordbook Contest. Registration for the District 12 Contest are to be submitted on 4-H Connect by Tuesday
July 2nd. All Record books for the District 12 4-H contest are due to the Atascosa Exten-sion Office on Monday July 8, 2019, by 5:00 PM.
County Record Cook Results
Senior Categories:
Beef: Caitlyn Nieschwitz 1st
Derek Scharmann 2nd
Citizenship & Civic Education: Kendall Hagen 1st
Autumn Hagen 2nd
Entomology: Stayton Hagen 1st
Horse: Charity Harris 1st
Consumer Education: Trey Hagen 1st
Intermediate Categories:
Beef: Ely Rankin 1st
Chloe Nieschwitz 2nd
Dog Care & Training: Abigail Kumaus 1st
Goat: Usvaldo Landa 1st
Horse: Annlisa Duck 1st
Consumer Education: Holden Hagen 1st
Casper Ringelstein 2nd
Junior Categories:
Horse: Hailey Hannah 1st
Consumer Education: Cross Ringelstein 1st
STEM: Mallory Fey 1st
Rabbits: Cason Wilson 1st
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4-H Clubs Around the Community
Abigail Kumaus K-9 Handlers Club Volun-
teering at Animals Alliance
The Atascosa County Animal Shelter is look-
ing for willing people that want to help walk
and play with dogs at the shelter. If you
would like to help out please contact the
Shelter at (830)769-2341
Montana Aguilar, Mallory Fey, and Reagan Aguilar
showing Members of the Costal Bend College
Summer Camp about MyPlate.
Help wanted for Concession Stand!
The Cowboy of the Year Open Rodeo and Festival will be held Au-
gust 15—17, 2019.
Atascosa County 4-H has sent volunteers to help out in the Conces-
sion Stand and they have provided a part of the proceeds back to
4-H. We need help to fill spots.
We have multiple shifts available each day. If you would like to
help out please contact Ashlie at the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension
office at [email protected] or 830-569-0034 and she can schedule
you for a shift that works best for you.
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Club Officer and Manager Training
The annual officer and manager training workshop will be held on Monday July 15,
2019 at 6 PM.
The training will be at the Atascosa County Extension Office.
Fun Activities are planned for the officers so come excited for a new 4-H year!
This training is for any elected officer for all of the clubs in Atascosa County and club
managers.
Star Awards, Ambassador, and Scholarship
Interviews
Interviews will be held on Monday July 8, 2019 at
the Atascosa County Extension Office if you
applied and did not receive an email with your in-
terview time please contact the Extension Office.
Watch your email to get the exact time of your in-
terview. Every applicant must interview at their
scheduled time.
Save the Date for 4-H Open House
August 18, 2019 3 PM—5PM
Atascosa County Extension Office
Come out to the Atascosa County Extension Office and see what all projects and
clubs Atascosa 4-H has to offer. This is a great opportunity if you have any friends
that want to know more about 4-H, and also for the experienced 4-H Members to
see the different projects that are offered in our county. If you have any questions
please contact the Atascosa County Extension Office at 830-563-0034.
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Livestock Summer Day Camps 2019
August 8, & 9, 2019
Camps will run from 9AM—2 PM. Early drop off can be arranged by
contacting the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office. More
information about topics being covered each day will be coming out soon so
keep a close eye on the Atascosa County 4-H Facebook Page. Please RSVP
for the Camps to [email protected] or 830-569-0034.
Beef Showmanship Clinic
August 10, 9 AM—12 PM, Atascosa County Extension Office
Mr. Stephen Zoeller Extension Agent for Kendall County will be speaking. For
more information please contact the Atascosa County Extension Office.
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Race Day Classic Steer Show, July 21, 2019
Judge: Dr. Scott Schaake
Barn opens Friday July 19, at 8 AM. Registration begins Friday at 4 PM. All cattle must be
in barn and checked in by 9 AM Saturday July 20. Classifying will begin at 10 AM on Satur-
day. Show time July 21, 8 AM.
Entry Fee: July 15, 2019 or before $40 per head. Late fee at registration only $60 per head.
For more information visit:
http://www.gillespiefair.net/events/race-day-classic-steer-show-2/
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are being added and updated all of the time. For more information on other
scholarships please see the Atascosa County AgriLife Website under the scholarship tab.
https://atascosa.agrilife.org/scholarships/
Glenn Weigang Memorial Scholarship: Deadline July 1, 2019; http://counties.agrilife.org/
atascosa/files/2019/03/2019-Glenn-Weigang-Memorial-Scholarship.pdf
SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS
4-H is a “learn by doing” youth education program for children grades 3—12. It promotes
positive values, social responsibility, and lifelong learning. An af iliated program, Clover
Kids, is available in some areas for children 5 to 7 (K to 2). Through 4-H and the opportuni-
ties it provides, 4-H members have the ability to participate in many events and activities, as
well as apply for scholarships, travel the country, and meet new friends. Enrollment begins in
August.
Atascosa Club of Equine Enthusiasts
4th Sunday of the Month, 7pm
First United Methodist Church
Pleasanton, TX
Karen Harris - (830) 570-9222
Black Hill 4-H
2nd Sunday of the Month, 6:00pm
Black Hill Comm. Building
Black Hill, TX
Kim Lutz - (830) 570 - 3320
4-H K9 Handlers
2nd Thursday of the month 6:30pm
Atascosa Co. Extension
Office Leming, TX
Brenda Gibbon—830-570-0796
La Parita 4-H
2nd Thursday of the month, 6:30pm
Cowboy Fellowship Church,
Jourdanton, TX
Jason & Valerie Aguilar—210-260-6046
Leming/Verdi 4-H
2nd Monday of the Month 6:30pm
Verdi Community Center, Verdi, TX
Carl Royal 830-480-4018
James Caraway 830-570-3946
Matt Adamitz 210-275-879
Lytle 4-H
2nd Monday of the Month, 6:30pm
Lytle Primary School Cafeteria Jennifer
Criswell— (210) 387-4918
Mesquite 4-H
2nd Monday of the Month, 6pm
Pleasanton Elementary, Pleasanton, TX
Sue Ann Smith - (830) 570-4399
Johanna Hagen - (830) 281-2119
Marla Rankin- 830-570-4249
Poteet 4-H
1st Tuesday of the Month, 7pm
Poteet High School Cafeteria,
Stephanie Scharmann (210) 365-9632
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County Council Meeting September 17, 2019, 6:45 PM
Atascosa County Extension Office Auditorium Club Council Delegates are required to attend.
Any Atascosa County 4-H Member can attend.
Ambassadors Meeting September 17, 2019, 6:00 PM
Atascosa County Extension Office Cafeteria
There are no club meetings in
July
Atascosa County 4-H JULY 2019 Events Calendar
July 2, Last day to register for District 12 Record-
book contest on 4-H Connect
July 4, Independence Day, Atascosa Extension Office
will be closed
July 5, 5 PM, Last day to return Recordbooks for Dis-
trict 12 Recordbook contest and Interviews.
July 7—12, Texas 4-H State Shooting Games Rifle
Match, Manor, TX
July 8, Ambassador, Scholarship, and Star Interviews,
Interview times have been email to each person
July 9, District 12 Recordbook Contest
July 10—12, County Camp III
July 15, 6PM, 4-H Club Officer and Manager Training
at the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office
July 16—20, Texas State Shooting Games Archery
Match, National Shooting Complex, San Antonio
July 16—20, Texas State Shooting Games Shotgun
Match, National Shooting Complex, San Antonio
July 21—27, State 4-H Horse Show
July 23, Awards Banquet RSVP Deadline
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The Atascosa County Extension Office will be closed
on July 4, 2019 in observance of Independence Day.
We will open on Friday July 5th at 8AM.