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1506 Avenue. M Hondo, TX 78861 Ph 830-741-6180 Fx 830-741-6182 E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: http;//medina.agrilife.org Medina County IMPORTANT!!! STEER & HEIFER VALIDATION ORDER LAMB & GOAT VALIDATION TAGS TURKEY ORDERs GOAT & LAMB CAMPS CONTEST REIMBURSEMENTS DISTRICT HORSE SHOW REGISTRATION SUMMER CAMPS YOUTH RANGE WORKSHOP June Calendar Contest Results 2 3 District Contests 3 Contest Reimbursements 4 Leadership Lab 5 Gold, Silver & Bronze Star Awards Information 5 Steer & Heifer Validation 6 Lamb & Goat Tag Orders 6 Lamb & Goat Camps 6 Turkey Orders 6 Youth Range Workshop 6 Calf Roping & Break-A- Way School 7 District Horse Show Registration 7 Recordbooks 7 Outdoor Challenge 8 Back-To-Basics 8 New County Council Officers 9 Inside this issue: Coming in June June 5th - 7th - Lamb Workshop June 6th - 10th - Roundup June 12th - 14th - Goat Workshop June 14th - 15th - District Horse Show in Seguin June 22th - 24th - Leadership Lab June 24th - Steer & (State Fair) Heifer Validation June 26th - July 1st - Youth Range Workshop June 28th - 29th - Council Officer Training (Tentative) Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 8 9 10 11 D’Hanis Club Meeting 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 Club Managers Meeting 3 LaCoste Club Meeting 4 5 6 7 May 2016 4-H Newsletter Horse Validation Deadline District Horse Show Registration Deadline Hondo Clubs Meeting Devine, Castroville & Rio Medina Club Meetings State Roundup Registration Ends Feral Hog Workshop

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Page 1: Medina County 4-H Newslettermedina.agrilife.org/files/2011/03/16-05-May-NEWSLETTER.pdfSilia Lopez entered a fashion storyboard earning a 3rd place ribbon while her brother Diego Lopez

1506 Avenue. M Hondo, TX 78861 Ph 830-741-6180 Fx 830-741-6182 E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: http;//medina.agrilife.org

Medina County

IMPORTANT!!!

STEER & HEIFER VALIDATION

ORDER LAMB & GOAT VALIDATION TAGS

TURKEY ORDERs

GOAT & LAMB CAMPS

CONTEST REIMBURSEMENTS

DISTRICT HORSE SHOW REGISTRATION

SUMMER CAMPS

YOUTH RANGE WORKSHOP

June Calendar Contest Results

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3

District Contests 3

Contest Reimbursements 4

Leadership Lab 5

Gold, Silver & Bronze Star Awards Information

5

Steer & Heifer Validation 6

Lamb & Goat Tag Orders

6

Lamb & Goat Camps 6

Turkey Orders 6

Youth Range Workshop 6

Calf Roping & Break-A-Way School

7

District Horse Show Registration

7

Recordbooks 7

Outdoor Challenge 8

Back-To-Basics 8

New County Council Officers

9

Inside this issue:

Coming in June

June 5th - 7th - Lamb Workshop

June 6th - 10th - Roundup

June 12th - 14th - Goat Workshop

June 14th - 15th - District Horse Show in Seguin

June 22th - 24th - Leadership Lab

June 24th - Steer & (State Fair) Heifer Validation

June 26th - July 1st - Youth Range Workshop

June 28th - 29th - Council Officer Training (Tentative)

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

8 9 10 11

D’Hanis Club Meeting

12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31

1 2

Club Managers Meeting

3

LaCoste Club Meeting

4 5 6 7

May 2016

4-H Newsletter

Horse Validation Deadline

District Horse Show

Registration Deadline

Hondo Clubs Meeting

Devine, Castroville & Rio Medina

Club Meetings

State Roundup Registration

Ends

Feral Hog Workshop

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Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

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State Rifle Contest

6 7

8 9 10 11

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13 14 15 16 17 18

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County Record Books

Due

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26 27 28 29 30

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State Rifle Contest

June 2016

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COMING IN JULY

July 8th - Turkey Orders Due July 7th - Recordbook Judging & Jr Leader Rally July 11th - Back-to-Basics July 11th - 15th - State Shooting Sports Games July 18th - Back-to-Basics July 18th - 25th - 52nd Annual State 4-H Horse Show July 25th - Back-to-Basics

COMING IN AUGUST

August 15th - Lamb & Goat Validation Tag Orders Due

Lamb Workshop

4-H State Roundup

Goat Workshop

District Horse Show in Uvalde

Leadership Lab

Council Officer Training

Steer & (State Fair)

Heifer Validation

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Roundup Registration - For those who qualified for State Roundup - Registration is open on 4-H Connect until May 15th. If you need help registering, call the Extension Office at 830-741-6180.

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CONTEST RESULTS

REGION II WILDLIFE JUDGING

The Region II Wildlife Judging Contest was help April 12th on the ASU campus in San Angelo. Medina County Wildlife Judgers, Abby Zinsmeyer, Gage Hudspeth, Rebecca Schweers and Andrew Schweers placed third in the 4-H contest. Abby, Gage and Rebecca also placed in the top ten individuals. Congratulations, this is the first year they have seriously competed.

DISTRICT CONTESTS

Meat Judging – The District 10 Meat judging contest was held April 20th at Angelo State University. Senior team of Miles Langfeld, Jacie Henefey and

Shelby Gayre earned 4th place. Miles was also in the top ten individual scores.

Intermediate team of Luke Lessing, Rob Sexton, Shayla McElroy and Thomas Beard earned first place with Luke earning 1st high point individual, Rob 3rd high point

individual, Shayla 4th high point individual and Thomas 7th high point individual. Intermediate team of Shane Molitor, Jett Henefey and Mathew Young earned 2nd place with Shane earning 2nd high point individual. Intermediate team of Luke Langfeld, Logan Arnett and Trent Koch earned 4th place.

Junior team of Carynn Jacobs, Johanna Steubing and Coy Jacobs earned first place with Carynn earning 1st high point individual, Johanna 2nd high point individual and Coy 3rd high point individual. Junior team of Kenny Arnett, Logan DeCock, Jayden Puente and Molly McElroy earned 2nd place.

Livestock Judging – The District 10 Livestock Judging contest was held April 23rd in Fredericksburg. Senior team of Wyatt Wilhelms, Walker Hemphill, Rebecca Schweers and Laurell Pfeifer earned 3rd place

and will advance to the state contest. Wyatt also earned 4th high point individual and Walker earned 8th high point individual.

Intermediate Team of McKenna Tschirhart, Wade Kaden and Olivia Garza earned first place with McKenna earning 5th high point individual and Wade 8th high point individual.

Junior team of Leah Pfeifer and Allyson Runnels earned sixth place with Leah earning 9th high point individual.

Wool Judging - The District 10 Wool Judging contest was held April 27th in Junction. Senior team of Devin Gonzales, Emma Lessing and Hannah Jones earned 3rd place with Devin earning 5th high point individual. Senior team of Max Bales, Bailey Denton, Maddie Melton and Megan Gruber earned 4th place with Maddie earning 4th high point individual. The 4th place team will advance to the state wool judging contest in June in College Station.

Congratulations to all team members and coaches!

District 10 Fashion Show/Fashion Storyboard/Textile Show – The District 10 Fashion Show, Fashion Storyboard and Textile Show was held April 29th at the Guadalupe County Extension office in Seguin. Silia Lopez entered a fashion storyboard earning a 3rd place ribbon while her brother Diego Lopez entered the textile show earning a 5th place ribbon with his.

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CONTEST REIMBURSEMENTS 4-H members and leaders participating in 4-H events and/or trainings have the opportunity to request reimbursement of entry fees. The finance committee approved the following policy: “Entry fees from contest participation or training/ workshops are no longer paid by the 4-H Council prior to the event. 4-H members and leaders must submit a reimbursement request form with the entry fee receipt to the Medina County 4-H Finance Committee for review and approval of reimbursements.” The finance committee meets twice a year to review these requests and submit for approval and payments. Deadlines for turning in requests are April 1st and August 1st. The reimbursement request form is included in this newsletter and the ‘15-’16 budget guidelines are listed below.

Reimbursement Available for Some District and State Contests and Activities

Medina County 4-H Council has a reimbursement policy to help you defray the cost of district and state contests, leadership lab and some adult volunteer project leader certification training. We will accept reimbursement requests at any time, however, reimbursements are made only twice a year. Usually within 30 days of the request deadlines which are April 1 and August 1. If you plan to request reimbursements it is important that you keep your registration receipts as they are required along with the request form. Please see the complete guidelines below and the request form in the back of this newsletter for more details. These reimbursements are made possible through the proceeds from the annual Medina County 4-H Sausage Dinner, we hope that you will fully support this activity so that we may continue to support your 4-H activities.

Reimbursement Policy Guidelines

District 10 4-H Contests - Reimbursements up to approved budgeted amount

- D-10 Contests Full Registration Fee - D-10 Horse Show Up to $10 / participant

District 10 Leadership Lab - Reimbursements up to approved budgeted amount

- County Council Delegates 1/2 registration fee

- Additional Participants remainder of budget is divided by # of participants not to exceed 1/2 fees paid

State 4-H Roundup - Reimbursements up to approved budgeted amount (also includes other state contests not held during roundup)

- Contestants 1/2 registration fees (not including t-shirts/ workshops)

- Coaches 1/2 registration fees for 1 coach per team

- Lodging $10/night/person Meals $12/day/person - Workshop participants only Covers $0.00

State 4-H Recordbooks - Reimbursements up to approved budgeted amount

- Recordbook Entry Full Registration Fee

State 4-H Horse Show - Reimbursements up to approved budgeted amount

- Participants $20.00/ participant

National 4-H Contest - Entry fee - up to $600 / team

Adult Volunteer Certification Training - Reimbursements for registration fee up to $150 / participant

- Includes all Master Volunteer Training and Certification Training on state or regional levels. All participants must complete 50+ hours of volunteer service prior to reimbursement.

All requests will be reviewed by County Council Finance Task Force Committee and be considered for reimbursement at their first scheduled meeting after each reimbursement deadline. Completed request form with receipts attached, should be turned in to the county Extension office on or before the deadlines.

Reimbursement Request 1st Deadline: April 1, 2016 (for registrations through March 31, 2016)

Final - Reimbursement Request 2nd Deadline: August 1, 2016 (for registrations through July 31, 2016) * All reimbursement requests received after August 1st for the 2015-2016 year will not be paid.

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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

LEADERSHIP LAB 2016 Leadership Lab is held annually in June and 4-H members from ages 13-18 may attend. This year’s theme is “Lighting the Fire Within”. This event provides a variety of leadership, recreation, and project enhancement workshops that participants are challenged to take back to their own county and implement. District 4-H Council Delegates from the 21 counties are highly encouraged to attend and participate in the Business Meeting which includes the election of officers for the new 4-H year. Candidates for District 4-H Council will present their campaign speech and participate in a question and answer session in

front of the voting delegates.

Date: June 22nd - 24th at Texas 4-H Conference Center, Brownwood

Cost is $200 per youth which includes all meals. Registration on 4-H Connect May 2nd - May 31st.

If you are interested contact Debby Bodenchuk at: 830-741-6180 or [email protected]

JUNIOR LEADER RALLY

This event is designed for youth ages 9-13 and focuses on teaching skills in leadership, sharing information on new projects and activities in 4-H, and providing an opportunity for recreation. Teen leaders may also be involved in teaching sessions at the Junior Leader Rally. County delegates from the counties assigned each year to the Standing Committee are encouraged to get involved in this leadership opportunity. More information coming soon!

Date of event: July 7, 2016

SILVER STAR AWARD

The 4-H Silver Star Award is awarded to (2) 12 -14 year old 4-H members who have demonstrated active involvement in 4-H projects and activities. The award will be presented to the most deserving young people without regard to gender. The following requirements must be met:

A. The applicant must be 12-14 years of age as of September 1, 2015, and completed at least 2 years in 4-H including the current year

B. Applicant must submit a 4-H recordbook the year he/she is to be considered for the award.

C. To apply, indicate you want to be considered for the award when you submit your 4-H recordbook on Monday, June 20th at 5:00 pm.

BRONZE STAR AWARD

The 4-H Bronze Star is awarded to (2) 9 -11 year old 4-H members who have demonstrated active involvement in 4-H projects and activities. The award will be presented to the most deserving young people without regard to gender. The following requirements must be met:

A. The applicant must be 9-11 years of age as of September 1, 2015, and completed at least 2 years in 4-H including the current year

B. Applicant must submit a 4-H recordbook the year he/she is to be considered for the award.

C. To apply, indicate you want to be considered for the award when you submit your 4-H recordbook on Monday, June 20th at 5:00 pm.

GOLD STAR AWARD

The 4-H Gold Star Award is the highest County achievement award any 4-H’er can receive. The award will be presented to the most deserving young people without regard to gender. The following requirements must be met:

A. The applicant must be at least 15 years of age as of September 1, 2015, and completed at least 3 years in 4-H including the current year.

B. Applicant must submit a 4-H record book the year he/she is to be considered for the award.

C. To apply, indicate you want to be considered for the award when you submit your 4-H recordbook on Monday, June 20th at 5:00 pm.

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LIVESTOCK

STEER & HEIFER VALIDATION Heifer Validation for State Fair Only

Each exhibitor and a parent must sign validation forms. If you or one of your parents are unable to attend validation, contact the Extension office to make arrangements to come in and sign the forms before validation.

Date: Friday, June 24th Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Place: Aelvoet Farms in D’Hanis

IF YOU MISS VALIDATION - Late county validations will be done for one week after the official validation date with a $100 penalty per exhibitor.

LAMB & GOAT VALIDATION TAG ORDERS

The Lamb & Goat validation tag order forms are included in this newsletter. Please complete your tag order form and return it along with your payment to the Extension office by:

Monday, August 15, 2016

A prepaid tagging fee must accompany validation tag orders for all livestock.

COUNTY & MAJOR SHOW TURKEY ORDERS

Please complete your order form included in this newsletter and return it along with your

payment to the Extension office by:

Friday, July 8, 2016

LAMB CAMP

When: June 5th-7th, 2016

Where: Howard College Agriculture Department

Cost: $85.00 per person for meals and awards

GOAT CAMP When: June 12th-14th, 2016

Where: Howard College Agriculture Department

Cost: $85.00 per person for meals and awards

Call the Extension office for more information.

RANGE WORKSHOP

62nd Annual Youth Range Workshop

Mark your calendars for June 26th - July 1st. Youth, age 14-18, are eligible to participate in this week-long, hands-on workshop. Participants are exposed to actual land management practices and decisions through field trips to ranches and a wildlife management area. These field trips bring out facts on goals of land ownership and the responses of vegetation to practices conducted for livestock, wildlife, recreation, and rangeland restoration. All examples will be real-life applications.

The camp is headquartered on the Texas Tech University-Junction campus.

Applications will be accepted until 40 participants have been selected.

Applications can be found at: http://www.texasglc.org/media/1070/youth-range-workshop-app.pdf

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RECORDBOOKS

It’s time to start keeping records for your 2014-2015 Projects. Keeping records is a great way to hold on to your memories about your incredible adventures in 4-H. Record keeping is also a great way to develop skills in time management, communication, setting goals and deadlines, money management and project evaluations. In an effort to update the current recordbook system a committee has developed an online program with a data entry system that easily allows for updates, editing and printing.

There will be three (3) levels of recordbooks based on 4-H age (junior, intermediate, and senior). Information requested for each level will progressively add on to each other. The junior & intermediate books are significantly simplified from past recordbooks. The senior level book is similar to the past record book with some minor edits.

Parts of the report form will be standardized to allow for ease of completion and judging.

Much of the data from previous recordbooks that a member may have saved on their home computer may be “cut and pasted” into the new form

All 4-H members will begin using the new online forms or a new paper form that will be available for download from the Texas 4-H website.

Recordbooks will still be printed and turned in (in hardcopy form) to be judged by the deadline Monday, June 20th to the County Extension Office.

This system is available for use at: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/youth_recordbooks

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HORSE NEWS

DISTRICT HORSE SHOW REGISTRATION

Registration for the district horse show will be open from May 2nd - 20th. The entry fee for the district horse show is $15 per class. And it will be held at the Uvalde County Fairplex in Uvalde on June 14th & 15th. Changes to the 2016 Horse Show will be the addition of two age groups to select classes, those age divisions will be Junior/Intermediate (Grades 3-8) and Senior (Grades 9-12). Additional information for exhibitors can be obtained by contacting the Extension office 830-741-6180.

Again, in order to participate in the District Horse Show, your horse must have been validated before May 1st. The District 10 4-H Horse Show is scheduled for June 14th & 15th in Uvalde, At district, participants must enter and show in at least one class in each division to qualify for the State 4-H Horse Show in that division. The 53rd Annual State 4-H Horse Show will be held at the Taylor County Exposition Center on July 23rd-30th.

4-H HORSE CLUB Members interested in joining please contact: Melissa Brown 830-317-0343 or [email protected]

4-H CALF ROPING AND BREAK-A-WAY SCHOOL

On June 19-23, 2016, the Statewide Texas 4-H Calf Roping and Break-A-Way School will be held in Stephenville, Texas. The school will be held at the Tarleton State University Challenge Arena. This event has been developed in order to encourage young people in 4-H to develop leadership skills and to exercise their abilities in working with younger members in roping activities in 4-H. Participation is open to all districts of the state, with applications being accepted on a first-come, first- serve basis with first priority to those boys and girls who are 12 years of age and older.

The cost of the school will be $425.00 for the week and includes group insurance, meals, lodging, stall rent for one horse and will cover the cost of practice calves used in the teaching process. Most meals will be taken in the Tarleton State University Dining Hall. All students will be housed in the Tarleton State University Dormitories. Students will not be allowed to stay elsewhere.

Awards will be presented at the conclusion of the Roping School.

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Check out attached flier for fun Summer Camps!

OUTDOOR

4-H HEALTHY LIFESTYLES INVITATIONAL

The 4-H Healthy Lifestyles Invitational will be on Tuesday, June 7th giving youth an additional opportunity to participate in Roundup. The classes and resources for the 2016 4-H Healthy Lifestyles Invitational Contest are now available at:

http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/food-nutrition.

Previous contest classes are also posted on the website. The contest is held during Texas 4-H Roundup and is open to intermediate and senior age divisions. Youth may compete as teams or individuals.

SUMMER FUN….Back to Basics Workshops

There is a new trend to go back to the way Grandma used to do things…back to basics. This could be related to food, clothing or textiles. With that in mind we will be offering some back to basics workshops beginning July 11th. Each Monday through July 25th we will have fun workshops. Come to one or come to all. There will be a small fee depending on the workshop…

watch your emails and local newspapers for more details on workshops, times and cost or contact the Extension office at 830 741-6180. We are still in the planning stages so don’t have a definite schedule yet.

Bring your friends and get Back to Basics!

4-H OUTDOOR CHALLENGE Are you up for a challenge? Do you love the great outdoors? The 8th annual Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge to be held at the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center, Sequin TX on June 17th - June 19th.

Grab a friend and learn, practice, and train to compete in a series of ten outdoor events that will challenge you physically and mentally. Are you the ultimate Texas Outdoor Challenge team? Join in and find out!

For more info go to: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/outdoor-education-living-skills/

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GET YOUR FRIENDS INVOLVED!!

You can still register to become a member of 4-H. Don’t miss out on the fun summer projects and workshops provided to 4-H members, receive our monthly newsletter, and join the millions of youth worldwide who “Make The Best Better”. Enrollment is on 4-H Connect at: https://texas.4honline.com.

Here are some tips in using 4-H CONNECT:

If you already have a profile DO NOT create another one!

If you are new to 4-H, set up a profile and follow the prompts.

If you lost your email and password—call your county office they can tell you your e-mail address and reset your password!

To be an official 4-H member in Texas 4-H you must have an Active profile in 4-H Connect!

An active membership will not be granted until participation fee is paid

You cannot register for an event until your profile is ACTIVE.

If you have any questions or cannot access 4-H Connect please call the Extension Office at 830-741-6180.

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TEXAS 4-H VOLUNTEER CONFERENCE

The Texas 4-H Youth Development greatly values the contributions and leadership provided by 4-H volunteers. The program coordinators also believe in providing volunteers high quality, educational opportunities and resources so they are best equipped to return to their counties and work in partnership with County Extension Agents to further develop our youth.

This year, the Texas 4-H Youth Development has sponsored a virtual volunteer conference on a quarterly basis. Workshops are conducted during the day and evening hours using AgriLife Extension’s TTVN WebMeeting system. Upcoming training dates are:

August 4th and 5th

Check out their website: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/events/volunteerconference/ for recorded trainings from past conferences.

COUNTY COUNCIL NEW OFFICERS

The Medina County 4-H Council met April 28th to elect officers for the upcoming 4-H year. The 2016-2017 officer team is President – Jacie Henefey, 1st Vice President – Haley Steubing, 2nd Vice President – Silia Lopez, Secretary – Ashley Dickerson, Treasurer – Emma Lessing, Reporter – Wyatt Gibson and District Council Delegates - Jett Henefey and Devin Gonzales.

Congratulations to the new officers…looking forward to a fantastic year!

How to Contact Us

Sandra Kunkel: [email protected]

Derrick Drury: [email protected]

Debby Bodenchuk: [email protected]

Office Hours: 8:00am-Noon & 1:00pm-5:00pm

Enrollment for the 2016-2017 4-H year will begin August 15, 2016

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Club Managers

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SAUSAGE TICKET TOP SELLER

Thanks to all who did a great job selling tickets, you helped make our fundraiser a success !!

Castroville - Timothy Teague Devine - Sierra Brown D’Hanis - Karlee Lutz LaCoste - Makalyn Cashat Hondo Intermediate - Jacob Bailey Hondo Jr - Kallie Brucks Hondo High - Haley Steubing

Derrick Drury Sandra Kunkel Debby Bodenchuk

Medina County Extension Agent Medina County Extension Agent Medina County

Agriculture / NR FCS 4-H Program Asst.

Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating.

4-H GRANT APPLICATIONS

4-H Grant applications are available at the Extension office for one time start up funding, contests, tools and equipment. This is not for individual use, but for county wide club or team activities.

Grant applications are due Friday, June 17th. Contact the Extension office at 830-741-6180 for more information.

MEDINA COUNTY 4-H IS ON FACEBOOK

Sign up for Facebook!!! To connect with Medina County 4-H . just search “Medina

Co. 4-H” click on “Like” and you will be added to our “friends”. Tag “Medina County 4-H” on your photos!

CHANGES IN AGE/GRADE REQUIREMENTS FOR 4-H

Youth may participate in 4-H from September 1st of grade 3 through August 31st following completion of grade 12 with these restrictions:

Texas 4-H will have new membership eligibility based on SCHOOL GRADE and not age. The new eligibility rules and guideline are:

Minimum age - 8 (in addition to being in the 3rd grade)

Maximum age - 18 (as of August 31, 2015)

4-H Member Categories

Senior: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12

Intermediate: Grades 6, 7, and 8

Junior: Grades 3, 4, and 5

4-H Club Manager(s) Phone #

Castroville Leticia Teague

Aris Vogt

Beth Zinsmeyer

830-534-5310

210-274-1096

210-391-5188 Devine Jr.

(3rd-12th)

Katherine Hines

Jason Skow

Stacy Skow

John Naegelin

210-857-2475

210-487-0722

210-633-6499

210-218-9097 D’Hanis Letha Garrison

Laurie Henefey

830-931-4147

830-426-6260

Hondo Intermediate

(3rd-5th)

Jennifer Thigpen

Nicole Steubing

830-426-1963

830-423-4589

Hondo Jr.

(6th-8th)

Buffie Rogge

Laurie Lentz

830-741-2195

210-213-2088

Hondo High

(9th-12th)

Sandy Steubing

Paul Aelvoet

Chelley Gibson

Onnie Saathoff

Vicky Steubing

830-931-5327

830-931-4223

830-931-5076

830-741-5246

830-741-8030

LaCoste Melinda DeCock

Tracy Chafin

210-884-3065

830-709-5553

Natalia Eric Owens 830-444-6184

Rio Medina Michael Zinsmeyer

Rikki Zinsmeyer

830-931-5390

830-931-3368

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SUMMER CAMP FUN…...

FISHING CAMP Fishing Camp is a brand new program this summer July 25-July 27. Participants will have the opportunity to learn everything they need to know about fishing in Texas waters, from creating lures to permit laws. They will also get to participate in their favorite events from a challenge course, nightly dances and team challenges.

More Info: https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

COUNTY CAMPS I, II & III County Camp I will take place (June 27-June 29), County Camp II (June 29-July 1) and County Camp III (July 6-July 8). Camps will be filled with water games, color runs and much more FUN!!

More Info: https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

HORIZONS This five day, four night camp (June 27-July 1) focuses around project enhancement, career exploration, and personal/professional development. Participants choose their focus area where they will receive approximately 16 hours of instruction and introduction to careers in the field. Each workshop is limited to 20 youth and are filled on a first come, first served basis. Evening activities are geared towards professional development and workforce preparation, and of course, camp recreation and games! Dances each night!

More info: http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

MISSION POSSIBLE Mission Possible promotes the involvement of all youth. We invite youth with and without disabilities or special needs or who require special accommodations to participate in this unique summer residential camping program. 4-H membership is NOT a requirement. Camp will be July 6–8

The focus is on each campers’ Abilities and not their disabilities. Participants are encouraged to recognize their individual strengths and their own limitations while participating in a safe and fun camp environment!

More info: http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

PRIME TIME I & II Prime Time is an age-specific, four day three night residential camp experience. Session I is for youth who have completed grades 5-8 (July 17-20), while Session II (July 20-23) is for youth who have completed grades 2-5. Yes, those youth completing grade 5 can choose which session to participate in. Camp activities include swimming, kayaking, challenge course, rifle, archery, arts & crafts, dancing, games and lots more. Evening activities involve all youth in team building, dorm challenges and the nightly dance. Alternative activities are available during the dance.

More info: http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

Youth are housed in dormitories with other youth from the same county, where possible. You may also request cabin mates during the registration process. Those requests will be met, if possible.

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TURKEY ORDER - Due Date: Friday, July 8th

Name________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Address__________________________________________Phone#_____________________

Email_____________________________________________

Parents Signature______________________________________ Date____________________

1.Turkey orders are for both Major and County Shows. 2.A minimum 10 exhibitors are required in order to have the County Turkey Show.

Total Turkeys______ X $3.50 ea. = $________ (Total must be in multiples of 25)

Please make check/money order payable to: MECA

Mail or bring this form and payment to: Medina County Extension Office

1506 Avenue M

Hondo, Texas 78861

This is a validation tag order form only.

It does not enter you in any stock show (county or major).

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LAMB VALIDATION TAG ORDER-DUE Monday, AUGUST 15TH

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Address ______________________________________Phone #___________________

Email_________________________________________

Lamb Tags _______ X $12 each = $__________

Parents Signature_____________________________________ Date_______________

Make check payable to: MCJLS. Mail or bring this form along with your payment to:

Medina County Extension Office, 1506 Avenue M, Hondo, Texas 78861

This is a validation tag order form only.

It does not enter you in any stock show (county or major).

GOAT VALIDATION TAG ORDER-DUE Monday, AUGUST 15TH

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Name_________________________ Grade__ School______________ 4-H Club_____________

Address ______________________________________Phone #___________________

Email_________________________________________

Goat Tags _______ X $12 each = $__________

Parents Signature_____________________________________ Date_______________

Make check payable to: MCJLS. Mail or bring this form along with your payment to:

Medina County Extension Office, 1506 Avenue M, Hondo, Texas 78861

This is a validation tag order form only.

It does not enter you in any stock show (county or major).