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March & April 2019
  1. Welcome Message
  2. Upcoming County Events
       4-H Ontario CAM - Mar 22 to 24
       C-K Presentation Night - Mar 28
           Speak Up! Training Session - Apr 24
       Dairy Sen$e - May 2 to 4
       Discovery Days - June 22
       Mini Diagnostic Days - July 4
       Youth Adventure Camp - Aug 12 to 15
       Breakfast on the Farm
  3. Upcoming Meeting Dates
       Bike Club
       Barn Quilt Club
       Eberts Lifeskills
           Walk on the Wildside
  4. Club Press Reports & News
       "Mini" 4-H Dairy Challenge
       Archery Club
       Barn Quilt Club 
       Eberts Lifeskills
       Eberts Woodworking
       Horse & Pony 
       Maple Syrup Club
       Merlin Community Club
       Sporting Chance
  5. Provincial 4-H Leadership Camp
  6. Rally Night Awards
  7. Judging Night Awards
  8. Mental Health First Aid Clinic
  9. 4-H Ontario Opportunities
       Jeff Atkinson Memorial Scholarship
  10. YMCA Celebration of Youth Awards
Welcome Message

With the 2019 season of 4-H beginning in Chatham-Kent, the Board of Directors would like to introduce you to the new directors this year.  We would like to welcome Chris White, Lori Ball and Theresa Buis to the board and look forward to working with you! 
Chris White 

I am 41 years old and married with 3 kids. I have worked in agriculture for the last 18 years. We live on the family farm I grew up on just outside of McKay’s Corners. All 3 of our kids have been involved in many 4-H clubs. I have been a leader of the Sheep Club for 4 years and I am leading the Maple Syrup Club for the first time this year. I think 4-H is an organization that teaches kids many great life skills and I am proud to be able to help the organization.
Lori Ball

My name is Lori Ball, I live on a farm in the old Chatham township with my husband Jason and our two children, Rebekah age 13 and Wyatt age 11. I grew up on a farm in Tilbury. 

Both of my children are 4-H club members and are in a variety of clubs. They enjoy each and every club that they have joined.  I'm excited to be involved on the 4-H board of directors.

Theresa Buis
Hello! My name is Theresa Buis and I am very excited to have recently joined the Chatham-Kent 4-H board of directors. Growing up on a farm in North Raleigh Township, and being involved in various 4-H clubs I had lots of opportunity to enjoy learning about what it means to be a part of agriculture in our community. My entire life I have worked with crops and animals including farming with my family, and running my own equine business on my own farm. In my free time I love riding my horse, especially taking him to team penning events in the area. I love being in the outdoors and enjoying what nature has to offer. I’m excited and thankful for the opportunity to use my education and experience in agriculture in a new way, and help shape this amazing organization.

Upcoming County Events
4-H Ontario Volunteer Conference & Annual Meeting 
  • March 22-24, 2019 - Nottawasaga Inn Resort, Alliston
Chatham-Kent Presentation Night
  • March 28, 2019 - University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus
  • Sign-in beginning at 5:45 pm in the Agronomy Building
  • Pre-registration is required to participate and the deadline was March 8th however, you are welcomed to come out and participate as an audience member
Speak Up! Training Session
  • April 24th, 2019 - Tilbury Lions Hall: 3347 Quinn Line
    Space is Limited, Register now at: ofa-ffco.eventbrite.com/
  • Every farmer has a story. Here is a workshop on how better to tell your story.  This is sponsored by the OFA and Farm and Food Care Ontario.  Cost is $30 and the information/training is invaluable!
Dairy Sen$e
May 2 - 4, 2019; Registration deadline: March 31st
For youth ages 18–25. Held at the University of Guelph, Guelph, ON. A maximum of 45 participants can attend. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.

Discovery Days - Region 6
June 22nd, 2019 in Ridgetown; Registration deadline: June 10th  
At Discovery Days, youth aged 6 through 12 years old (as of December 31, 2018) explore the wide array of fun and interaction available in 4-H Ontario, through different activities and games.

4-H Mini Diagnostic Days 
July 4th at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus

Youth Adventure Camp
August 12 - 15th; Registration deadline: June 17th
For youth ages 12-15. Geneva Park YMCA Camp, Orillia, ON.

Breakfast on the Farm
Anyone interested in assisting with Breakfast on the Farm that will be held in Essex County later this spring, this is excellent training to have in advance. If you aren’t an OFA member and would still like to take part, please contact Carol Verstraete, OFA representative for Essex/Kent at 519-809-3040.
Upcoming Club Meeting Dates
Bike Club: 
  • Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 pm at Ridgetown Campus – guest speaker: Special Constable Koldyk
  • Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 pm at Ridgetown Campus - bicycle maintenance
  • Saturday, April 27, 2-5 pm at Rondeau Park – with Walk on the Wild Side 4-H club
  • Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 pm at Watson Park, Ridgetown – guest speaker: Mr. Jeremy Pfaff
  • Saturday, May 4, 9:30 am at Wheatley Provincial Park
  • Tuesday, May 7, 6:30 pm at member’s choice: Erieau, Ridgetown/Highgate...etc.
  • Achievement Night, Ride of Silence: Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 pm at Ridgetown Campus
Community Heritage/Barn Quilt Club:
April 11th, April 24th, May 15th, June 12th and July 24th
Club contact: Kyla Reid

Eberts Lifeskills:
Ebert’s Lifeskills Club may be doing a canning club this summer.  Those interested, please contact Tracy Henry at 519-354-6833 or e-mail tracyhenry1224@yahoo.ca or Sue Cameron at 519-683-4695 or e-mail dscameron1970@gmail.com.

Walk on the Wildside:
Walk on the Wild Side Club wants you!!!  Are you 13+?  Do you want to learn about camping and hiking?  Are you ready to try something new?  We have awesome hikes, field trips and an overnight camping trip planned!  We only have a few spots left!  Biking, hiking, pond exploration, old growth forest hike, bird ID, survival skills not to mention teamwork, planning and budgeting!  Parents are welcome to join us too for hikes and trips. Contact a leader today for more details (Amber Sayers sayersfive@xplornet.ca, Kathryn Luimes kathryn@luimes.ca and/or Katie Thompson katiempthompson@gmail.com).
  • Mon March 25 @ 7-9pm Ridgetown Campus B29
  • Thurs March 28 @ 5:45pm UGRC Public Presentation Night 
  • Sat March 30 @ 2-5pm Clear Creek PP forest
  • Sat April 13 @ 4-6pm Mountain Equipment Co-op, London
  • Sat Apr 27 @ 2-5pm Rondeau Provincial Park
  • Mon May 13 @ 7-9pm Ridgetown Campus B29
  • Thurs May 23 @ 7-9pm Ridgetown Campus B29
  • Achievement Program: Saturday May 25-26
Club Press Reports & News
*Click on the blue boxes to read more! 
"Mini" 4-H Dairy Challenge
Chatham-Kent 4-H Dairy Club members were invited to have their own “mini” Dairy Challenge as a shadow of the Dairy Challenge Teams at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus. Nine club members aged 13-20 participated by joining the college kids on Jan 15 at Moklee Dairy. They even made their own formal presentation! 
Read the full story HERE.
Archery Club - Meeting 1 by Rebekah Ball
Barn Quilt Club - Meeting 1 by Chelsea Campbell
Eberts Lifekills - Meeting 1 by Mikella Caron
Eberts Lifekills - Meeting 2 by Mikella Caron
Eberts Lifekills - Meeting 3 by Mikella Caron
Eberts Lifekills - Meeting 4 by Mikella Caron
Eberts Woodworking Club - Meetings 1 & 2 by Everett Pickering
Eberts Woodworking Club - Final Meeting by Everett Pickering
Horse & Pony Club - Meeting 1 by Gracie Doddy
Maple Syrup Club - Meetings 1 & 2 by Aiden Winter
Merlin Community Club - Meeting 1 by Abby Pepper
Sporting Chance - Meeting 4 by Gracie Doddy
Sporting Chance - Meeting 5 by Gracie Doddy
Sporting Chance - Achievement Day by Gracie Doddy
My Provincial 4-H Leadership Camp Experience
By: Nicole Litwin

Choosing to attend PLC 2019 was the best decision I could have made. I admit, it was unnerving to travel hours away from home to an isolated camp up north for 6 days with 71 people, most who I’d never met before, but taking that risk was beyond worth it. From the moment I stepped off the bus to the moment I was packing to head back home, I was having the time of my life, full of nonstop laughs, energizing activities, relationship building, and personal growth. In one week, I made more friends from all across Ontario than I thought was possible, and throughout the week those friendships became stronger and stronger.

While at PLC, there were many opportunities that allowed me to meet and bond with others. Primarily, we were each put on a ‘starship’ for the week. The people on this team became family very fast; I was on the ‘Columbia’ ship. Within my ship, we all joined committees that gave us chances to lead events for the whole camp. We all continuously challenged each other, competed together, grew together, and participated in fun activities such as snowshoeing, axe throwing, and square dancing. 

There are honestly no words that truly describe how life-changing PLC was for me. Anyone who has the opportunity to attend should definitely jump at the chance! The experience changes you and provides you with great leadership skills and self-confidence that you’re then able to bring home and use in your everyday life. While at PLC, I broke out of my shell. The supportive and energetic environment that the facilitators created allowed me to embrace both my leadership qualities and my ability to let loose and be goofy. Nothing feels better than being enthusiastic and cheering at the top of your lungs with your team. I’ve learned to never turn down an opportunity; you never know what experience you might miss.

Chatham-Kent PLC Attendees: Morgan Anderson, Hanna Reid, Andrew Vermey, Nicole Litwin, Adam VanMaanen and Molly Sayers
Rally Night Awards
2018 Non-Competitive Club of the Year

Kent Centre Lifeskills:
Crazy Crafters

Sponsored by: Lundy Insurance
Outstanding Agricultural Member 2018

Recipient: Alec Cameron

Presented by: 
Kris McNaughton, C-K 4-H President
Sponsored by:
Ontario Plowmen's Association 
Outstanding Lifeskills Member 2018 

Recipient: Hanna Reid

Presented by: 
Kris McNaughton, C-K 4-H President 
Sponsored by:
CFFO and Anne Verhallen
Kent Women's Institute
Scholarship 2018

Recipient: Molly Sayers

Presented by: Kay Quinton,
Kent Women's Institute
2018 Judging Night Awards
Cloverbuds: Leah Stoeckner, Kane Brown, Eric Devries
Junior: Mya Gates, Josh Heyboer, Meredith Anderson
Senior: Aidan Carnegie, Sarah Campbell, Maurice Verstraete
Novice: Alex Ross, Megan Devries, Addisyn Veccia
Intermediate: Alec Cameron, Molly Sayers, Morgan Anderson
Thank you to all of the Sponsors who support this event and awards!
Mental Health First Aid Clinic
On February 16 & 23, ten of us were able to attend a Mental Health First Aid Clinic put on by Insight Advantage. This clinic was made possible by the generous grant from Dowler-Karn. The clinic was very helpful in educating us on how to look for signs/symptoms for those with Mental Health issues. Being aware of change in behaviour or routine in family, friends, co-workers and our 4-H community is key in the process of helping someone who might be struggling. This was an excellent clinic and all who attended were thankful for the opportunity! Thank you Dowler-Karn and Chatham Kent 4-H! 
Submitted by: Kathryn Luimes
Back (L-R) - Mike Buis, Kathryn Luimes, Carol Verstrate, Jane Lawton, Adam Van Maanen.
Front (L-R) - Marcia Vermey, Lauren McKerrall, Tara Gallant, Anne Verhallen, Maureen McKerrall.

Mental Health First Aid Training Update
Ten Chatham-Kent leaders recently completed their Mental Health First Aid training in Chatham thanks to the generous support of Dowler-Karn and Pioneer.  

We would like to continue the trend of having Chatham-Kent 4-H leaders trained in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), and to do this the Chatham-Kent board has set aside funds to subsidize the training of five more leaders.  If there is a MHFA training that you would like to take, register and complete the course.  Once you have completed the course send the board a copy of your receipt and your MHFA certificate and the board will reimburse you up to $120 for the cost of the training.  The money will be given to leaders on a first come basis.

To find trainings the easiest place to go is the Mental Health First Aid Canada webpage and search for a course.  That being said there are some local upcoming classes, if they fit into your schedule, listed below. Thank you to all leaders who have taken the training!

Upcoming Classes - click on the date for more info:

Windsor (March 27-28th): basic MHFA
Chatham (April 10-11th): specifically adults who deal with youth
Chatham (April 25-26th): basic MHFA
Chatham (May 1-2nd): basic MHFA
4-H Ontario Opportunities - 
Grants, Scholarships & Awards

4-H Canada offers a variety of financial supports and opportunities each year. We are thankful for the corporate partnerships that allow these to exist for 4-H members, volunteer leaders and provincial 4-H offices. The applications can be accessed at: https://apply.4-h-canada.ca/.

Check out the upcoming Scholarship Opportunities: 
Jeff Atkinson Memorial Scholarship
Application deadline: June 15th, 2019 
Jeff Atkinson Memorial Scholarship Details
YMCA Celebration of Youth Awards
The YMCA has an event called Celebration of Youth Awards, which is a $1000.00 award for youth ages 17-20, which can be used for post-secondary or anything else of relevance for the youth.
  • Agriculture and Environment Award
  • Arts and Culture Award
  • baCK to Chatham-Kent Award
  • Business Spirit Award
  • Champion of inclusive Communities 
  • Creative Writing Award
  • Entrepreneurship Award
  • Health and Wellness Award
  • Health Sciences Award
  • International and Humanitarian Award
  • Mental Health Champion Award
  • Science and Technology Award
  • Volunteerism and Community Service
  • YMCA Youth Leadership Award 
Celebration of Youth Awards Application - Apply Today!
Thank You!

We would like to thank Lundy Insurance and Kent & Essex Mutual Insurance for their continued support of 4-H in Chatham-Kent!
Joke

Apparently you can't use "Beefstew" for a password. 
It's not stroganoff! 

Thanks for the joke Carol Verstraete! Do you have a funny joke you would like to share? Submit your joke!  
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Chatham-Kent 4-H Newsletter Editor:
Stephanie Campbell
519-352-2950
chathamkent4h@gmail.com  






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