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IMPORTANT DATES
As a reminder, per University and State policy until further notice all in-person 4-H activities are postponed until 7/31. Please stay updated by reviewing this newsletter and monitoring the official Facebook page.
We are actively creating opportunities for youth to continue their 4-H journey, as well as support our volunteers as we work together to keep 4-H thriving.
Thank you, and stay well!
May
18- District Council, 6 pm
19- Association Meeting, 10 am
June
1- Project Books & Reports Due
3- Horse Program Opportunities ZOOM
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COUNTY NEWS
4-H of the Month!
Project and Record Book Information- Still due by 6/1:
Project & Record books will still be collected for this year. You can turn them in either via drop off on May 30th or June 1st between the hours of 9 and 5 OR slip them through the mail slot at the Callahan Extension Office. To be eligible for grading/recognition you must have a completed project report according to your youth's age division. Record books have these built in, but project books will require them to be printed off, completed, and attached.
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State-wide Virtual Summer Camp Information
Announcing, 4-H Adventures!
Loads of different topics for all the age groups, cloverbuds included!
Choose from more than 40 topics including veterinary medicine, robotics, agriculture, legos, food, shooting sports, wildlife, healthy living, art, and so (so) much more! Most camps are FREE or very low cost.
Check it Out HERE
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ANIMAL SCIENCE
Horse Program Information
- Curious about all the (many) possibilities within the 4-H Horse program? Join us for a a webinar June 3 at noon to learn about the contests, scholarships, and more!
- Register HERE
- Virtual Riding Clinic- FREE!
- Review the patterns, film, and send your video in to receive in-depth feedback to improve your riding. All feedback is provided by the wonderful Jennifer Woodruff!
- Videos are due by July 10th
- Sign up HERE
- 4-H Intentional Riding Challenge
- Intentional riding means you are riding with a purpose in mind.
- We are challenging all 4-H riders to complete a 12 week, at-home riding challenge.
- The goal is 15 rides equaling 20 hours with your project horse. This is a nice solution to continue your horsemanship journey while also staying safe.
- To join this challenge have you or your parents follow the official facebook page HERE and 1. State your goals for you and your horse. 2. Upload conformation pictures of your horse. 3. Every time you ride upload a picture, tell us how long you've ridden for, and your most successful part of your ride.
- We will be providing tips, patterns, and so on to help everyone in their journey.
 Hippology
- Hippology is the study of horses. That's right, a place just to geek out over equines! We will cover a myriad of topics including anatomy, physiology, behavior, equipment, management, and training.
- Hippology is designed for youth ages 10+ and offers a state competition for youth ages 11 and up. Our meetings are mixed between classroom learning and hands-on lessons with our partnership barns, Appy Acres LLC & Kozland Farm.
- For the time being we have moved to a virtual school format! We aim to have weekly lessons, videos, quizzes, and so on so that we can continue our learning at-home. To join the virtual class (if you haven't already) simply e-mail Ms. Kelsey.
- If you have done ANY of the Hippology Virtual School assignments, please fill out this survey
- For more information about this program, contact Ms. Kelsey at 904-530-6354 or kelseymirvine@ufl.edu.
Virtual Showmanship Clinics
- Looking for ways to grow your showmanship skills with a variety of species in the comfort of your home? This fair point activity still has a few species left and are FREE!
- Check out the next clinic HERE
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LEADERSHIP
County Council/District Council
- Upcoming meetings will be conducted online using ZOOM: May 11th, June 8th @ 5 pm - zoom invitations will be sent by the remind app.
- Login Information for the meeting will be announced and emailed to each member before the meeting
What is County Council?
- A group that represents the entire 4-H program and provides a link between community clubs
- A chance for teens to exercise their leadership abilities and provide input to the county program
- A club focused on leadership, communication, citizenship, and community service
- County Council is open to youth ages 11-18 to grow their leadership skills. County Council is a very active club that helps organize many of the county's events as well as teach officer training.
- The Teach the Agent sessions will need to be scheduled in advance and should last 5-15 minutes. Depending on the topic we can come to you!
COVID-19 NOTICE
UF/IFAS is here to help! While we are unable to assist in person,
you can get the support you need via email, phone, or our social media sites.
Florida 4-H Presents: Studio 4-H
http://florida4h.org/blog/florida-4-h-presents-studio-4-h/
In the midst of social distancing, Florida 4-H present to you Studio 4-H! Studio 4-H is our social media campaign that shares various virtual activities via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Each week we will be bringing you “at home” activities that will keep the kiddos engaged. Studio 4-H ranges from informative and educational resources; ‘how to’ videos; funny joke of the days; trivia night and much more!
Be sure to use our handle @Florida4H to find us on each platform.
Farm to Curb
In an effort to assist our local businesses we're offering an online workshop covering best practices for keeping your products safe to consumers and techniques to improve your reach utilizing social media. Please see flyer below for details. If interested you can register here: Farm to Curb Registration Link: https://bit.ly/FarmtoCurb
2) Do you sell food and need help with getting the word out? We're promoting farms and farmers market vendors on our
facebook. Please fill out the form (link below) to be added to our Facebook event.
https://bit.ly/FarmerMarketVendorForm
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OTHER INFORMATION
Project & Record Books
- Need a project or record book? Call or swing by our office to pick yours up!
- Only Full members can receive books
- Remember, only 1 project book can be given out at a time but you can have multiple record books
- Always due June 1st to the office WITH the completed reports
- Cloverbud Report
- Junior Report
- Intermediate Report
- Senior Report
Florida 4-H State Council Fundraiser 2019-2020
Hosted by the Florida 4-H Executive Board Ways and Means Committee
This classic backpack (Port Authority® Basic Backpack) has a large main compartment with a computer sleeve and a zippered front pocket with a mesh organizer.
$27.90 – Price of backpack Additional $5.00 customizing option
All proceeds will benefit the Florida 4-H State Council Program and is available until July 13th!
For more information and to order use this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-4-h-state-council-fundraiser-2019-2020-backpacks-tickets-94238408617
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CLUB MEETING DATES- No in person meetings until 7/31!
Ask you club leader if you will be having a virtual club meeting.
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