Gentian Waller's Experience in 4-H

For those of you who did not get to see this article from last summer, here it is. Gentian was interviewed by Johanna Boyle form the Mining Journal and featured in a Sunday paper. This article was printed the Sunday after she won her State Award during Exploration Days. She shares her unique experience and love for 4-H. Gentian has made the most of her years in 4-H, there is no question. Way to go, Gentian!
Gentian Waller Article

Input Session about the U.P. State Fair

There is a U.P. State Fair Conference Call/Input session schedule here in Escanaba  (MSU Extension Service Conference Room, 2840 College Avenue ) on  Monday, November 26^th at 6:30 PM EST to discuss the U.P. State Fair livestock programs, gather input and begin the planning process for the 2013 Upper Peninsula State Fair.  All MSU Extension County Program Coordinators and 4-H Leaders are encouraged to participate. 

The meeting will be held at the Delta County MSU Extension Service Conference Room, 2840 College Avenue, Escanaba. 

Please RSVP to the Upper Peninsula State Fair at 906/786-2192.  If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, you may attend by teleconference or Skype.  Please call this number with your contact information.

 

2013 4-H Council Senior Scholarship

Graduating Seniors, here is the 4-H Council Scholarship letter and appication. The deadline has been pushed up for this year. They are now due in February. This allows the scholarship recipients to be recognized for this achievement during their awards banquets at school. Best wishes to all of you as you step into a new era of life!

2013 4-H Council Senior Scholarship Cover Letter

2013 4-H Council Senior Scholarship Application

2013 Marquette County Fair Livestock Record Books and Pre-Entry Forms

The link below is to the home page of the Marquette County Fair website. Go to Forms to get the Pre-Entry Form and the Livestock Record Books. Please note the deadlines for pre-entry for the different categories. That is located on the top of the Pre-Entry Form.

Marquette County Fair

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Bruce, the Livestock Superintendant. Her home phone is 906-238-4237 or her email is embruce@SirFcu.com.

*While you are on the Fair website take a minute to see the Livestock Auction information from last year under the Exhibitor Info. drop down menu and select Livestock.

Volunteer Workshops

Here is a link to the Volunteer Training Workshops available at Kettunen Center. These are for adults and TEENS!

http://4h.msue.msu.edu/4h/4_h_volunteer_training_workshop_schedule

2012 4-H Halloween Party

4-H Halloween Party Invitation

Click on the link to view the invitation.

 

Bring a friend!

Bring a snack!

Bring your costume!

Bring your dancing shoes!

 

 

*Note the location change.

American Legion Judging Sheet Example

The American Legion Post of Marquette gives two $50 prizes to 4-H members at the Marquette County Fair. 4-H members who win a rosette can sign up for an interview to compete for the award. The link below provides you with an example of what the judges are looking for during these interviews. Of course, no one ever gets a perfect score, but this example will give you pointers.
For those of you who have been trying for years to win this honor, you now have a chance to see where you can improve for next year. Best of luck!
American Legion Judging Sheet

Marquette County 4-H Awards Party

Marquette County 4-H Awards

The Marquette County 4-H Awards Planning Committee invites all Marquette County 4-H members, leaders, parents, families, and volunteers to attend the 2012 Awards Party!

When: Saturday, October 6th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Marquette County Fairgrounds
in the 4-H Building

Come enjoy recognition, appetizers and dancing!

Negaunee Rod & Gun Club Youth Day Event

For those of you who enjoy shooting sports, here is a day full of it. It is open to all youth ages 10-16 and FREE!
Try: Air Rifle, .22 Rifle, Archery, Shotgun, and more! The link below is a flyer with more details.

Safe Hunting & Shooting Youth Day

2011-2012 Awards

About the Awards Program:
The Awards program is an annual event that provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the many accomplishments of 4-H members, leaders, volunteers, and families. An invitation  to this event will be posted later this year.

Individual Awards
As in past years, 4-H youth members (ages 9 and up) need to fill out the Project Awards Form if they would like to be considered for a project pin. Each enrolled 4-H member is eligible for a year pin and a project pin. The same project pin and/or award cannot be received two years in a row. (Cloverbuds (ages 5-8) will receive a year badge and certificate, but are not eligible to receive project pins).

Leadership, Citizenship, and Achievement Awards

Youth ages 12 – 19 (4-H age determined by age of child on 1/1/2012) are also eligible for Leadership, Citizenship, and Achievement Awards. Youth must fill out a cover sheet for these awards and write an essay.

Volunteer and Community 4-H Awards

Also, be sure to make nominations for Volunteer & Community 4-H Awards. Youth, leaders, volunteers and parents are encouraged to fill out a nomination sheet. This is your opportunity to recognize the outstanding contributions and efforts that others make to 4-H!

Awards Handbook
The Awards Handbook provides more information on the awards process and eligibility for all awards. If you have questions about the awards, please contact your club leader or the MSU Extension office. Download the MarquetteCounty 4-H Awards Handbook 

Awards Forms

Printed forms are available to pick up from the Marquette County MSU Extension office, or may be downloaded here:

 Project Awards Form

 Leadership,Citizenship and Achievement Awards Sheet

 Volunteerand Community Awards Nomination Sheet

 2011-2012 Project Awards List

(If you would like forms mailed to you please contact the MSU Extension office)

Deadline

Forms are due to the Marquette County MSU Extension office no later than Friday September 21, 2012. Only those who submit completed forms to the MSU Extension office by the deadline will be considered for awards. If you would like to submit your forms electronically, please email them to deisenro@anr.msu.edu.