October & November 2017
A Publication of Cornell Cooperative Extension
October & November 2017
4-H NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE DAY Claudia Walrath, Mason Patchen and Gabriel Wood engineered and built functioning health monitors.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie & Otsego Counties 4-H Youth Development Staff
4-H Youth Development Mission Statement
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Teresa Adell 4-H Association Subject Educator 518-234-4303 ext. 113 [email protected]
he mission of Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development is to build youth-adult partnerships to enable youth to become fully engaged in their learning process. New York State 4-H is a leader in enabling youth to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities to become productive citizens and is a catalyst for positive change to meet the needs of a diverse and changing society. Through 4-H Youth Development, youth will: Practice effective problem-solving and decision-making skills Possess positive work attitudes and skills Value diversity Accept community and social responsibility Contribute to positive relationships with families, peers, and community Demonstrate communication and leadership skills Value lifelong learning Cornell Cooperative Extension values: 4-H Youth development as the focus of all youth development activities Partnerships for supporting, conducting, and extending the program Volunteerism as a cornerstone of the program
Patti Zellmer 4-H Program Leader 607- 547-2536 ext. 225 [email protected]
The Cobleskill office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension, in partnership with Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School and Schoharie Central School, provides afterschool programs that serve over 110 students in grades K-6. The program serves students at Schoharie Central (grades K-6) and Ryder and Radez Elementaries, (K-6). The afterschool program offer 4-H projects, indoor/outdoor recreation, arts, crafts, games, homework helper, and a nutritious snack. In addition, cultural exposure, computer literacy, conflict resolution, and service learning enrich and instill life-long skills. 4-H Youth Development Programs use experiential, research-based educational opportunities to help youth develop independence, a sense of belonging, generosity, and mastery. For additional information, please contact After School Program Coordinator Susan Salisbury at [email protected], or 518-234-4304. Watch here for updates and activities, 4-H youth are doing in the 4-H Afterschool Program
The Schoharie County 4-H Newsletter is published eleven times a year by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie & Otsego Counties. The information provided here is with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsements by Cornell Cooperative Extension implied. Contents may be reproduced with credit given. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties 173 Grand Street, Suite #1 Cobleskill, NY 12043 518-234-4303 Ext 113, 518-296-8310 f. 518-234-4305 http://cceschoharie-otsego.org 2
4-H Calendar Events 2017-2018 NOVEMBER 1 3 9 10 11 13 17 18 23 & 24 DECEMBER 1 6 6 9 15 16 17 25,26 31 JANUARY 1 1 3 13 15 20 27
4-H Program Committees-Dairy & Consumer Science, 6:30 p.m, CCE Extension Center 4-H Achievement Night, 6:00 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Program Committees-Horse & Rabbit/Poultry, 630 p.m. CCE Extension Center Veterans Day, observed, CCE offices closed 4-H Officer Training, 9-Noon, CCE Extension Center 4-H Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. 4-H Trip to Museum of Science, Boston Thanksgiving Day, CCE offices closed
4-H Earn-an-Animal applications available 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. New Leader Training, 6:00 p.m, CCE Extension Center Candlelight Evening at the Farmers’ Museum, 3-7 p.m. Fine Arts Workshop-Making Jewelry, 5:30 p.m., CCE Extension Center 4-H Science Workshop-Drone Discovery, 9-Noon., CCE Extension Center 4-H Shooting Sports, Introduction to Archery, Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club, 1-4 p.m. Christmas Holiday observed, CCE Offices closed DEADLINE for re-enrollment to be eligible for Schoharie County Sunshine Fair and year end completion
New Year’s Day, CCE Offices closed 4-H Earn-an-Animal applications due to 4-H Office 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. 4-H Cooking Clinic, CCE Extension Center, 9-12 p.m. Martin Luther King’s Birthday, observed, CCE Offices closed 4-H Public Presentation Workshop, Evaluator’s 10-12, 4-H Members 1-4 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Earn-an-Animal Interviews, 1:00 p.m., CCE Extension Center
Reminder Year-end Completions and Re-enrollments are due December 31, to be eligible for the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair and year end completion. If you do not have your re-enrollment package please contact the 4-H office to make arrangements. 3
4-H Club News The Green Tree Club In the month of October, the Green Tree Club did many activities. One of the activities we did was elect our club officers for the new 4H year. Alexandria Lincoln - President, Hannah Sulas - Vice President, Brooke Lincoln - Reporter, Evan Clark - Treasurer, and Olivia Parrish - Secretary. Then we made a 4-H display for National 4-H week. We set up the display at the Masonic Lodge in Schenevus. Finally we went to a class that taught us how to make terrariums. Our club had a lot of fun and looking forward to doing projects in November. Brooke Lincoln, Reporter
Welcome New Clubs We welcome three new clubs to Schoharie County: The Kool Kats Dog Club led by Emmy Patchen, Craft & Critters led by Dar lene Zurek and Mar ilyn Hanley The Clover Club led by Sar ah Davis
Schoharie County 4-H clubs celebrated National 4-H Week from October 1-7.
William Wetsell from the Driftwood Riders hung a display at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Office door.
The Animal Aggies had a table with 4-H information to share with the public at the NBT Bank in Cobleskill.
The Green Tree Club had a display showcasing different kind of 4-H animal projects at the Masonic Lodge in Schenevus. National 4-H Week provides a great opportunity to put our local 4-H in the spotlight. Each year clubs put displays in our local communities as one of many ways to tell others about 4-H and encourage them to consider getting involved in our Schoharie County 4-H program. 4
up
Animal Science 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program 2018 The 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program, gives youth the opportunity to purchase, raise and show an animal. Animal species in the 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program include: beef and dairy calves, dairy and meat goats poultry, swine, sheep and rabbits. All Schoharie County youth ages 8-19 are encouraged to apply for a 4-H Earn-an-Animal. Youth must complete an application, be interviewed, and formally agree to the project requirements. The grant funds are awarded after the projects successfully completed. Applications are due January 1. On December 1 applications can be obtained from the 4-H office. For more information contact the 4-H office at 518-234-4303, 296-8310.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2017 Earn-an Animal Award Recipients Ben Walrath, Breeding Rabbit Claudia Walrath, Breeding Rabbit Brooke Lincoln, Nigerian Dwarf Goat Alexandria Lincoln, Nigerian Dwarf Goat Marilyn Hanley, Nigerian Dwarf Goat
Alexandria and Brooke Lincoln with their Earn-an-Animal Nigerian Dwarf Goats at the Farmers’ Museum Junior Livestock Show in July.
The Schoharie County Dairy Promotion Committee is looking for candidates for Schoharie County Dairy Princess. If you are interested and would like more information please contact Debbie Herrington at 518-657-9967.
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4-H Events
In October on National 4-H Science Day 4-H members from Schoharie County built a wearable health monitor using a very small, low cost computer called the THING, pulse oximeter, tilt sensor, power supply, alligator clips, jumper wires, felt, Velcro strip and AA batteries. The challenge was to make a wearable health monitor that should be small and easy to wear and nice to look at or even trendy!
The Riders Club, Food Friends, and the Kool Kats Dog Club all helped sell
Claudia Walrath, (left), Gabriel Wood (bottom) and Mason Patchen (bottom right) designing their incredible wearable.
4-H clovers at the Tractor Supply Paper Clover Sale to support 4-H Thank you to all who supported this event
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4-H Events
It’s a hands-on engineering design challenge that explores the science behind drones and how they are being used to solve real world problems. Youth will learn everything from flight dynamics and aircraft types, to safety and regulations, to remote sensing and flight control. Saturday, December 16, 9-12 p.m. CCE Extension Center Must register by December 9th
Call for Carolers Looking for Caroling Groups! Mark Your Calendars! The Farmers' Museum Candlelight Evening Saturday, December 9, 2017 3 to 7 p.m. Please call or e-mail Meg Preston before December 1, to sign up. Meg Preston, Events Coordinator for Candlelight Evening (607) 547-1452 e-mail: [email protected]
4-H Intro to Archery Sunday, December 17, 1-4 p.m. Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club Participants, age 10 and older, will learn the basic rules of safety, proper equipment selection and care, and beginning shooting techniques. Pre-registration is required through the 4-H office, deadline is December 8.
JEWELRY WORKSHOP Participants will learn how to make beaded jewelry. All materials provided and no experience necessary. Parents are encouraged to stay to help. Friday, December 15 5:30 p.m. CCE Extension Center $5.00 per person Deadline for sign up 12/8 7
4-H Schoharie County 4-H Re-Enrollment 2017 Deadline is December 31, 2017 4-H Members that re-enroll AFTER December 31 will NOT Be eligible to participate in Jr. Livestock Show, County Fair, end of the year recognition and are subject to a $5.00 late fee. See your club leader for your enrollment forms or stop by the 4-H office for independent members. Thank you to the following member s that ar e enr olled for 2017! If your name is not on this list
Animal Aggies4-H Club Club Leader/ Volunteer Lisa Kuehnle Jennifer Walrath Colleen Badger Members Allison Prezorski Rubie Cook Ronald Cook Emma Rogers Amaya Krufchinski Alex Badger Claudia Walrath Benjamin Walrath Nathan Kuehnle Arietta Kuehnle Annika Falco Thomas McConnelee Andrew McConnelee Die Hard Dairy Club Leader/ Volunteer Ed Bradt Lydia VanEvera Carrie Edsall Kelly Yacobucci Jennifer Conard Members Mason Yacobucci Case Yacobucci Olivia VanEvera Maya Korona Carson Law Brady Law Tyler Lloyd
Isaac Conard Brooke Haslun Ava Moreland Daniel Bradt Kristin Hauenstein Jackson Reed Ethan Reed Carliegh Reed Driftwood Riders Club Leader/Volunteer Sandra Emanuel Members William Wetsell Hannah Wetsell Food Friends Club Leader/Volunteer Tatianna Larson Andrea Klopman Scott Larson Members Carolyn Larson Jaden Merill-Klopman Cheyenne LaGuardia Lily Rossman Green Tree Club Club Leader/Volunteer Stephanie Lincoln Betsey Clark Members Hannah Sulas Lillian Parrish Olivia Parrish 8
Evan Clark Alexandria Lincoln Brooke Lincoln Happy Hoofsters Club Leader/Volunteer Shelby Coons Vicki Moorhead Melissa Vedder Jodi Barnes Members Ashley Moorhead Kelsey Campbell Lillian Hillicoss Haile Hillicoss Abigail Hillicoss Kaycee DeJong Savannah Traverse Dalton Oliver Skylar Shook Hannah Vedder MaKayla Vedder Kathryn Santoro Sydney Seegers Danika Davis Jase DeJong Madelyn Palmer Julianna Perillo Nicole Barnes Maryn Glassbrenner Riley Lawyer Elizabeth Zurek Malachai Zurek Zachary Perrott
4-H Schoharie County Jefferson Generals Club Leader/Volunteer Faye Harris Kathryn Bulka Teresa Mulliken Karen Harris Members Annie Schulz Elliana Allen Ashlyn Harris Mikayla Harris Brandon Harris Michael Stoesser Grayson Stoesser Kelly Mattice The Riders Club Club Leader/Volunteer Jan Ryder Connie Ryder Brionna Ryder Members Krista Moxham-Ryder Makayla Ryder Jackson Ryder Leland Ryder Logan Ryder Thundering Hooves Club Leader/Volunteer Ann-Marie Kyes Albert Richardson Meghan Mazzareillo Margo Kyes Members Jonathan Kaya Emily Mazzareillo Adam Hockman Kelsey Mink
Independent Volunteer Lynette Lawyer JoAnne King Jon Thompson Jill Thompson Members Anna King Rylee Fancher Haley Lawyer Devin Lacko Emily Thompson Dylan Thompson Jillian Burton Ava Burton The Clover Club Club Leader/Volunteer Sarah Davis Sam DeSocio Joanna DeSocio Kelly Walton Kelly Coons Paige Bulmer Members Tessa Davis Gabriel DeSocio Gus DeSocio Patrick Bulmer Lilah Coons Matilda Walton Kool Kats Dog Club Club Leader/Volunteer Emmy Patchen Heather Minch Members Westin Patchen Mason Patchen Lexie Patchen Ashlynn Minch Ethan Minch 9
Crafts & Critters Club Leader/Volunteer Darlene Zurek Marilyn Hanley Jill Hanley Michelle Peavey-Wood Members Madelyn Palmer Elizabeth Zurek Malachaie Zurek Rosie Zurek Nichole Perrott Zachary Perrott Emma Lacko Ava Benninger Gabriel Wood Kelsey Campbell Ian Hoop Jaesen Hoop Patrick Hoop Jackson Shaw Lucas Shaw Dalton Bashwinger Corey Bashwinger Alyssa Wayman Jeremy Wayman Jacob Work Lauryn Work Addyson HughesCharboneau Jackson HughesCharboneau Ellie Shaul Meghan McCanron Kaitlyn Rickson Jenna Warner
4-H Schoharie County
4 - H L E G I S L AT I V E I N T E R N P ROGRAM The Legislative Intern Program is sponsored by the 4-H program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie County. Students meet monthly to participate in seminars, discuss current government and citizenship related issues, tour county offices, visit the New York State Capitol, meet with elected officials and department heads and learn first hand about the way government works.
4-H Legislative Interns met on October 25 for their first meeting of the year. In the morning, they met with representatives of the Board of Elections and talked with Steve Wilson, County Administrator. Earl VanWormer III talked to the interns on his role as town supervisor as well as his duties as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors. In the afternoon Lisa Thom from the Office of Real Property explained to the interns her roll and what her office does. New York State 4-H Agribusiness Career Conference was held on October 19 & 20 at SUNY Cobleskill and local agri-businesses. The conference is co-sponsored by NYS 4-H, and the State University at Cobleskill. This career exploration conference is open to all youth ages 14 and over who wish to become more aware of opportunities with agriculture and also academic requirements for professional positions available in the various agri-business. It featured mini-tours to farms and operations in the Cobleskill area as well as seminars, guest speakers and guided tours of the SUNY Cobleskill agriculture facilities.
Two of the area farms that were toured were Sweet Tree Farm and The Stables at Sunny Knolls Farm 10
September Registration/Information Please return to: Cornell Cooperative Extension 173 South Grand Street Cobleskill, NY 12043 Call 518-234-4303 or fax 518-234-4305 Email [email protected] Website http://cceschoharie-otsego.org Please send me information on the following or register me for:
November For office Use
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11 13 18
4-H Officer Training 4-H Leader’s Meeting 6:30 pm 4-H Trip to Boston Museum of Science
December ____ 1 ____ 6 ____ 9 ____ 15 ____ 16 ____ 17
Earn-an-Animal Application New Leader Training Farmers’ Museum Candlelight Evening Fine Arts Workshop, Jewelry Making 4-H Science Workshop, Drone Discovery NYS Shooting Sports, Intro to Archery
Date Received: Check # Amount:
Make checks payable to: Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties
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Telephone
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October & November 2017
4-H NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE DAY Claudia Walrath, Mason Patchen and Gabriel Wood engineered and built functioning health monitors.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie & Otsego Counties 4-H Youth Development Staff
4-H Youth Development Mission Statement
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Teresa Adell 4-H Association Subject Educator 518-234-4303 ext. 113 [email protected]
he mission of Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development is to build youth-adult partnerships to enable youth to become fully engaged in their learning process. New York State 4-H is a leader in enabling youth to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities to become productive citizens and is a catalyst for positive change to meet the needs of a diverse and changing society. Through 4-H Youth Development, youth will: Practice effective problem-solving and decision-making skills Possess positive work attitudes and skills Value diversity Accept community and social responsibility Contribute to positive relationships with families, peers, and community Demonstrate communication and leadership skills Value lifelong learning Cornell Cooperative Extension values: 4-H Youth development as the focus of all youth development activities Partnerships for supporting, conducting, and extending the program Volunteerism as a cornerstone of the program
Patti Zellmer 4-H Program Leader 607- 547-2536 ext. 225 [email protected]
The Cobleskill office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension, in partnership with Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School and Schoharie Central School, provides afterschool programs that serve over 110 students in grades K-6. The program serves students at Schoharie Central (grades K-6) and Ryder and Radez Elementaries, (K-6). The afterschool program offer 4-H projects, indoor/outdoor recreation, arts, crafts, games, homework helper, and a nutritious snack. In addition, cultural exposure, computer literacy, conflict resolution, and service learning enrich and instill life-long skills. 4-H Youth Development Programs use experiential, research-based educational opportunities to help youth develop independence, a sense of belonging, generosity, and mastery. For additional information, please contact After School Program Coordinator Susan Salisbury at [email protected], or 518-234-4304. Watch here for updates and activities, 4-H youth are doing in the 4-H Afterschool Program
The Schoharie County 4-H Newsletter is published eleven times a year by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie & Otsego Counties. The information provided here is with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsements by Cornell Cooperative Extension implied. Contents may be reproduced with credit given. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties 173 Grand Street, Suite #1 Cobleskill, NY 12043 518-234-4303 Ext 113, 518-296-8310 f. 518-234-4305 http://cceschoharie-otsego.org 2
4-H Calendar Events 2017-2018 NOVEMBER 1 3 9 10 11 13 17 18 23 & 24 DECEMBER 1 6 6 9 15 16 17 25,26 31 JANUARY 1 1 3 13 15 20 27
4-H Program Committees-Dairy & Consumer Science, 6:30 p.m, CCE Extension Center 4-H Achievement Night, 6:00 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Program Committees-Horse & Rabbit/Poultry, 630 p.m. CCE Extension Center Veterans Day, observed, CCE offices closed 4-H Officer Training, 9-Noon, CCE Extension Center 4-H Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. 4-H Trip to Museum of Science, Boston Thanksgiving Day, CCE offices closed
4-H Earn-an-Animal applications available 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. New Leader Training, 6:00 p.m, CCE Extension Center Candlelight Evening at the Farmers’ Museum, 3-7 p.m. Fine Arts Workshop-Making Jewelry, 5:30 p.m., CCE Extension Center 4-H Science Workshop-Drone Discovery, 9-Noon., CCE Extension Center 4-H Shooting Sports, Introduction to Archery, Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club, 1-4 p.m. Christmas Holiday observed, CCE Offices closed DEADLINE for re-enrollment to be eligible for Schoharie County Sunshine Fair and year end completion
New Year’s Day, CCE Offices closed 4-H Earn-an-Animal applications due to 4-H Office 4-H Legislative Intern Program, Schoharie County Office Building, 9 - 2 p.m. 4-H Cooking Clinic, CCE Extension Center, 9-12 p.m. Martin Luther King’s Birthday, observed, CCE Offices closed 4-H Public Presentation Workshop, Evaluator’s 10-12, 4-H Members 1-4 p.m. CCE Extension Center 4-H Earn-an-Animal Interviews, 1:00 p.m., CCE Extension Center
Reminder Year-end Completions and Re-enrollments are due December 31, to be eligible for the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair and year end completion. If you do not have your re-enrollment package please contact the 4-H office to make arrangements. 3
4-H Club News The Green Tree Club In the month of October, the Green Tree Club did many activities. One of the activities we did was elect our club officers for the new 4H year. Alexandria Lincoln - President, Hannah Sulas - Vice President, Brooke Lincoln - Reporter, Evan Clark - Treasurer, and Olivia Parrish - Secretary. Then we made a 4-H display for National 4-H week. We set up the display at the Masonic Lodge in Schenevus. Finally we went to a class that taught us how to make terrariums. Our club had a lot of fun and looking forward to doing projects in November. Brooke Lincoln, Reporter
Welcome New Clubs We welcome three new clubs to Schoharie County: The Kool Kats Dog Club led by Emmy Patchen, Craft & Critters led by Dar lene Zurek and Mar ilyn Hanley The Clover Club led by Sar ah Davis
Schoharie County 4-H clubs celebrated National 4-H Week from October 1-7.
William Wetsell from the Driftwood Riders hung a display at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Office door.
The Animal Aggies had a table with 4-H information to share with the public at the NBT Bank in Cobleskill.
The Green Tree Club had a display showcasing different kind of 4-H animal projects at the Masonic Lodge in Schenevus. National 4-H Week provides a great opportunity to put our local 4-H in the spotlight. Each year clubs put displays in our local communities as one of many ways to tell others about 4-H and encourage them to consider getting involved in our Schoharie County 4-H program. 4
up
Animal Science 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program 2018 The 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program, gives youth the opportunity to purchase, raise and show an animal. Animal species in the 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program include: beef and dairy calves, dairy and meat goats poultry, swine, sheep and rabbits. All Schoharie County youth ages 8-19 are encouraged to apply for a 4-H Earn-an-Animal. Youth must complete an application, be interviewed, and formally agree to the project requirements. The grant funds are awarded after the projects successfully completed. Applications are due January 1. On December 1 applications can be obtained from the 4-H office. For more information contact the 4-H office at 518-234-4303, 296-8310.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2017 Earn-an Animal Award Recipients Ben Walrath, Breeding Rabbit Claudia Walrath, Breeding Rabbit Brooke Lincoln, Nigerian Dwarf Goat Alexandria Lincoln, Nigerian Dwarf Goat Marilyn Hanley, Nigerian Dwarf Goat
Alexandria and Brooke Lincoln with their Earn-an-Animal Nigerian Dwarf Goats at the Farmers’ Museum Junior Livestock Show in July.
The Schoharie County Dairy Promotion Committee is looking for candidates for Schoharie County Dairy Princess. If you are interested and would like more information please contact Debbie Herrington at 518-657-9967.
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4-H Events
In October on National 4-H Science Day 4-H members from Schoharie County built a wearable health monitor using a very small, low cost computer called the THING, pulse oximeter, tilt sensor, power supply, alligator clips, jumper wires, felt, Velcro strip and AA batteries. The challenge was to make a wearable health monitor that should be small and easy to wear and nice to look at or even trendy!
The Riders Club, Food Friends, and the Kool Kats Dog Club all helped sell
Claudia Walrath, (left), Gabriel Wood (bottom) and Mason Patchen (bottom right) designing their incredible wearable.
4-H clovers at the Tractor Supply Paper Clover Sale to support 4-H Thank you to all who supported this event
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4-H Events
It’s a hands-on engineering design challenge that explores the science behind drones and how they are being used to solve real world problems. Youth will learn everything from flight dynamics and aircraft types, to safety and regulations, to remote sensing and flight control. Saturday, December 16, 9-12 p.m. CCE Extension Center Must register by December 9th
Call for Carolers Looking for Caroling Groups! Mark Your Calendars! The Farmers' Museum Candlelight Evening Saturday, December 9, 2017 3 to 7 p.m. Please call or e-mail Meg Preston before December 1, to sign up. Meg Preston, Events Coordinator for Candlelight Evening (607) 547-1452 e-mail: [email protected]
4-H Intro to Archery Sunday, December 17, 1-4 p.m. Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club Participants, age 10 and older, will learn the basic rules of safety, proper equipment selection and care, and beginning shooting techniques. Pre-registration is required through the 4-H office, deadline is December 8.
JEWELRY WORKSHOP Participants will learn how to make beaded jewelry. All materials provided and no experience necessary. Parents are encouraged to stay to help. Friday, December 15 5:30 p.m. CCE Extension Center $5.00 per person Deadline for sign up 12/8 7
4-H Schoharie County 4-H Re-Enrollment 2017 Deadline is December 31, 2017 4-H Members that re-enroll AFTER December 31 will NOT Be eligible to participate in Jr. Livestock Show, County Fair, end of the year recognition and are subject to a $5.00 late fee. See your club leader for your enrollment forms or stop by the 4-H office for independent members. Thank you to the following member s that ar e enr olled for 2017! If your name is not on this list
Animal Aggies4-H Club Club Leader/ Volunteer Lisa Kuehnle Jennifer Walrath Colleen Badger Members Allison Prezorski Rubie Cook Ronald Cook Emma Rogers Amaya Krufchinski Alex Badger Claudia Walrath Benjamin Walrath Nathan Kuehnle Arietta Kuehnle Annika Falco Thomas McConnelee Andrew McConnelee Die Hard Dairy Club Leader/ Volunteer Ed Bradt Lydia VanEvera Carrie Edsall Kelly Yacobucci Jennifer Conard Members Mason Yacobucci Case Yacobucci Olivia VanEvera Maya Korona Carson Law Brady Law Tyler Lloyd
Isaac Conard Brooke Haslun Ava Moreland Daniel Bradt Kristin Hauenstein Jackson Reed Ethan Reed Carliegh Reed Driftwood Riders Club Leader/Volunteer Sandra Emanuel Members William Wetsell Hannah Wetsell Food Friends Club Leader/Volunteer Tatianna Larson Andrea Klopman Scott Larson Members Carolyn Larson Jaden Merill-Klopman Cheyenne LaGuardia Lily Rossman Green Tree Club Club Leader/Volunteer Stephanie Lincoln Betsey Clark Members Hannah Sulas Lillian Parrish Olivia Parrish 8
Evan Clark Alexandria Lincoln Brooke Lincoln Happy Hoofsters Club Leader/Volunteer Shelby Coons Vicki Moorhead Melissa Vedder Jodi Barnes Members Ashley Moorhead Kelsey Campbell Lillian Hillicoss Haile Hillicoss Abigail Hillicoss Kaycee DeJong Savannah Traverse Dalton Oliver Skylar Shook Hannah Vedder MaKayla Vedder Kathryn Santoro Sydney Seegers Danika Davis Jase DeJong Madelyn Palmer Julianna Perillo Nicole Barnes Maryn Glassbrenner Riley Lawyer Elizabeth Zurek Malachai Zurek Zachary Perrott
4-H Schoharie County Jefferson Generals Club Leader/Volunteer Faye Harris Kathryn Bulka Teresa Mulliken Karen Harris Members Annie Schulz Elliana Allen Ashlyn Harris Mikayla Harris Brandon Harris Michael Stoesser Grayson Stoesser Kelly Mattice The Riders Club Club Leader/Volunteer Jan Ryder Connie Ryder Brionna Ryder Members Krista Moxham-Ryder Makayla Ryder Jackson Ryder Leland Ryder Logan Ryder Thundering Hooves Club Leader/Volunteer Ann-Marie Kyes Albert Richardson Meghan Mazzareillo Margo Kyes Members Jonathan Kaya Emily Mazzareillo Adam Hockman Kelsey Mink
Independent Volunteer Lynette Lawyer JoAnne King Jon Thompson Jill Thompson Members Anna King Rylee Fancher Haley Lawyer Devin Lacko Emily Thompson Dylan Thompson Jillian Burton Ava Burton The Clover Club Club Leader/Volunteer Sarah Davis Sam DeSocio Joanna DeSocio Kelly Walton Kelly Coons Paige Bulmer Members Tessa Davis Gabriel DeSocio Gus DeSocio Patrick Bulmer Lilah Coons Matilda Walton Kool Kats Dog Club Club Leader/Volunteer Emmy Patchen Heather Minch Members Westin Patchen Mason Patchen Lexie Patchen Ashlynn Minch Ethan Minch 9
Crafts & Critters Club Leader/Volunteer Darlene Zurek Marilyn Hanley Jill Hanley Michelle Peavey-Wood Members Madelyn Palmer Elizabeth Zurek Malachaie Zurek Rosie Zurek Nichole Perrott Zachary Perrott Emma Lacko Ava Benninger Gabriel Wood Kelsey Campbell Ian Hoop Jaesen Hoop Patrick Hoop Jackson Shaw Lucas Shaw Dalton Bashwinger Corey Bashwinger Alyssa Wayman Jeremy Wayman Jacob Work Lauryn Work Addyson HughesCharboneau Jackson HughesCharboneau Ellie Shaul Meghan McCanron Kaitlyn Rickson Jenna Warner
4-H Schoharie County
4 - H L E G I S L AT I V E I N T E R N P ROGRAM The Legislative Intern Program is sponsored by the 4-H program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie County. Students meet monthly to participate in seminars, discuss current government and citizenship related issues, tour county offices, visit the New York State Capitol, meet with elected officials and department heads and learn first hand about the way government works.
4-H Legislative Interns met on October 25 for their first meeting of the year. In the morning, they met with representatives of the Board of Elections and talked with Steve Wilson, County Administrator. Earl VanWormer III talked to the interns on his role as town supervisor as well as his duties as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors. In the afternoon Lisa Thom from the Office of Real Property explained to the interns her roll and what her office does. New York State 4-H Agribusiness Career Conference was held on October 19 & 20 at SUNY Cobleskill and local agri-businesses. The conference is co-sponsored by NYS 4-H, and the State University at Cobleskill. This career exploration conference is open to all youth ages 14 and over who wish to become more aware of opportunities with agriculture and also academic requirements for professional positions available in the various agri-business. It featured mini-tours to farms and operations in the Cobleskill area as well as seminars, guest speakers and guided tours of the SUNY Cobleskill agriculture facilities.
Two of the area farms that were toured were Sweet Tree Farm and The Stables at Sunny Knolls Farm 10
September Registration/Information Please return to: Cornell Cooperative Extension 173 South Grand Street Cobleskill, NY 12043 Call 518-234-4303 or fax 518-234-4305 Email [email protected] Website http://cceschoharie-otsego.org Please send me information on the following or register me for:
November For office Use
____ ____ ____
11 13 18
4-H Officer Training 4-H Leader’s Meeting 6:30 pm 4-H Trip to Boston Museum of Science
December ____ 1 ____ 6 ____ 9 ____ 15 ____ 16 ____ 17
Earn-an-Animal Application New Leader Training Farmers’ Museum Candlelight Evening Fine Arts Workshop, Jewelry Making 4-H Science Workshop, Drone Discovery NYS Shooting Sports, Intro to Archery
Date Received: Check # Amount:
Make checks payable to: Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties
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Name
____________________________________________
Mailing Address
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