Clover Rover
April 2008
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Wisdom is defined as being able to make practical applications
of truth in daily decisions.
A wise person considers the consequences of their actions and chooses the path which will result in the accomplishment of their goals. They realize that there are both negative and positive consequences for every action and are willing to suffer those consequences. Our youth can develop wisdom by listening to parents and coaches, learning from corrective actions, choosing their friends carefully and asking “What is the right thing to do?” For centuries, the great horned owl has been regarded as a symbol of wisdom. One reason is because the owl has two large, round eyes; sharp hearing and one very small mouth. Think about it. Coming in June: Joyfulness Information for this article was taken from Achieving True Success.
“Down on the Farm” at 4-H
Camp
Our 4-H camp counselors are hard at work planning an action-packed 4-H camp, based on their theme “Down on the Farm”. Camp will feature life in the great outdoors, with activities such as nature hikes, swimming, crafts, dancing and more! Camp will be held June 23-26, at Indian Hills 4-H Camp, in Miami County. The registration fee is $100.00. All youth, ages 8-14, are invited to attend. The 4-H Committee will be offering camperships to qualified applicants. Anyone interested in applying for a campership must complete the application and return it to our office by May 23, 2008. Camp registration information, as well as campership forms, will be available soon. Watch your mail in late April for a postcard with instructions on how to obtain registration materials, or visit our web page. Arts and The Science at
OSU: 4-H Mini Project College
4-H Project Mini College will be held Saturday, May 3, from 10:00am
until 3:00pm, at the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus.
This event features sessions related to aerospace, health and fitness, horticulture,
natural resources, communications, creative arts, photography and theater
arts.
Registration is due by April 25, and the cost to attend is $10.00, which includes lunch and all program materials. This event is open to members, parents and volunteers. For a copy of the registration materials, contact our office. Space is limited.
Special Activities Insurance
All 4-H clubs are encouraged to take out the accident insurance
that is available for your 4-H members.
If you or your members are traveling to or from any 4-H sponsored activity, you can receive accident coverage. You can take out an insurance policy for one event, or to cover all events in the year. Cost is $1.00 per member for most clubs. Horse clubs must pay $2.00 per member. For additional information or an application, visit their web site.
It’s the case of the missing mascot! Who kidnapped Brutus Buckeye? Come track the clues with 4-H sleuths from all over Ohio and spend three days at The Ohio State University learning basic biotechnology and forensic crime skills. This event will be held June 13-15, 2008, and is open to Ohio 4-H members entering grades 7, 8 and 9 this fall. Participants will be housed in Scott House, an OSU Residence Hall. Cost of the camp is $130.00, which includes accommodations, bed linens, crime kit with investigation supplies, meals, snacks and all materials. Contact our office for a copy of the registration flyer. Questions may be directed to Ron Sanderson, or Sally McClaskey. Youth
Pork Institute
The Sixth Annual Youth Pork Leadership Institute will be held
June 8-10, in Columbus, Ohio.
Highlights from last year’s institute include a tour of Routh Packing, taste testing in the Bob Evans test kitchen and learning about meat quality at the OSU Meat Lab. Participants must be between the ages of 16 and 21 and not have attended last year’s program. There is no cost to attend, as expenses are covered by OPPC, the Pork Checkoff and the Ohio Soybean Council. For a copy of the registration information, contact our office. The registration deadline is April 25, 2008. Questions may be directed to jkeller@ohiopork.org. Back To Top A Champions Choice Jr. Showman Camp will be held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds, May 9-11, 2008. This camp is open to those interested in learning more about showing lambs, hogs or steers. Topics include nutrition, management, showmanship, fitting, ethics and more. Instructors include Kirk Stierwalt, from Oklahoma, on showing steers and heifers; Terry Burks, from Kentucky, on showing pigs; and Chad Charmason, from Oklahoma, on showing lambs. For additional information visit their web site or contact our office for a copy of the flyer. Registration deadline is April 30. Several of our 4-H/Jr. Fair Committees have standard meeting times each month. If you are interested in attending any committee meetings, please put these dates on your calendar. All meetings are held at the OSU Extension Learning Center, unless otherwise noted. Senior Fairboard - First Wednesday of the month, Secretary’s Office, fairgrounds Goat Committee - First Tuesday of the month, 7:30pm Horse Committee - Second Tuesday of the month, 7:30pm Dog Committee - First Thursday of the month, 7:30pm Back To Top A camp for individuals with multiple handicaps will be held June
13-15, 2008, at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp, near Jackson, Ohio. All campers
must be accompanied by a caregiver.
The cost for campers is $60.00. Funding is provided to cover the cost of the caregiver. Registration deadline is May 30 and camp is limited to the first 30 campers and caregivers. Contact our office for registration information. Questions may be directed to Connie Goble. Back To Top
Cloverbud
Volunteer Training will be held Thursday, April 17, 7:00pm, at the Extension
Office. This training is for current 4-H volunteers who are interested
in adding the Cloverbud program to their club.
In order to offer the Cloverbud program to your members, you must have a volunteer who has attended a Cloverbud training session. There is no charge to attend, but you must call to pre-register. Contact our office for additional information. Back To Top CARTEENS Volunteers Needed
CARTEENS is a driver education program presented to teens with
first-time traffic violations. Teens, age 15 and older, are needed
to help present the program.
CARTEENS is held the second Saturday of each month at the Extension Office. CARTEENS is a great way to obtain community service hours. If you would like additional information, contact Diane Barga at 937.548.5215. Back To Top Odds
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Updated: April 2008