July 2021 Newsletter

On June 30, 2021, Governor Inslee reopened Washington under the Washington Ready plan and all 4-H in person activity may resume without number limitations. For those who are not vaccinated, we recommend that they continue to wear masks indoors. Also, we encourage everyone to wear masks for safety and to model the behavior for youth, who are still required to wear masks.

In addition, the Kitsap County 4-H Offices will be closed to PHYSICAL PUBLIC ACCESS; however, 4-H Faculty and 4-H Staff will continue operations.

For up to date information please visit:
https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/2020/03/wsu-kitsap-extension-statement-covid-19/

July 14 - 4-H & Master Gardeners Cultivate at Blueberry Park
July 21 - 4-H & Master Gardeners Cultivate at Blueberry Park
July 22nd - 4-H Fair - Record Book - Forms - Etc. Q & A at 6:30pm via Zoom
July 28th - 4-H & Master Gardeners Cultivate at Blueberry Park
August 1st - Animal Entry Forms Due
August 1st - Camping Forms Due
August 4th - Leader's Council Meeting @ 6:30pm
August 7th - Super Saturday at the Fairgrounds
August 14th - Still Life Turn In
August 15th - Still Life Turn In
August 20th - Record Book and Educational Display Turn In
August 23rd - Food and Plant Science Turn In
August 24th - Vet Check
August 25th - 29th - Kitsap Fair and Stampede
August 28th - Jr. Livestock Auction
August 30th - Mucky Monday & Still Life Exhibit Pick Up
September 1st - Leader's Council Meeting @ 6:30pm
September 8th - McTakeover at McDonalds in Silverdale

In the Spotlight this month is Violet Adams. She 14 years old and has been in 4-H for 5 years. She is a member of the Majestic Monarchs 4-H Club. She is holding her Rex Market Rabbit Jethro. Violet has been in the Rabbit Project for 5 years and this year she added the Poultry Project. She is also in the Veterinary Science project and Plant Science project in her club.

She is amazing working with the Cloverbuds in our club and does the most beautiful Record Books, says Kelly Sciarrotta, Majestic Monarchs 4-H Club leader.

Violet enjoys riding horses, playing with animals and writing stories. She also enjoys playing the violin.

We look forward to seeing you at the Kitsap Fair this year, and seeing all the work you have put into your projects.

4-H in Kitsap County

4-H In Person Activities Are Back!!!

On June 30, 2021, Governor Inslee reopened Washington under the Washington Ready plan. For those who are not vaccinated, we recommend that they continue to wear masks indoors. Also, we encourage everyone to wear masks for safety and to model the behavior for youth, who are still required to wear masks.

If an activity is conducted outdoors, there is no requirement to wear masks. However, people should continue to practice physical distancing of six feet, if possible. There are no in-person number limitation to 4-H activities.

2021 Kitsap Fair and Stampede

We are excited to announce the Kitsap Fair and Stampede will be getting "Back to Our Roots" August 25th - August 29th at the Kitsap Fairgrounds. Kitsap County 4-H is excited to get back in the barns and show off all the projects they have been working on this year.

Invite your friends and family to come out and support our amazing youth! Admission to the Kitsap Fair is free this year. For information and a schedule of events visit the Kitsap Fair and Stampede website.

4-H Fair Information

4-H youth exhibiting animals must turn in Animal Entry Form by August 1st. All forms must be submitted via email this year due to the Norm Dicks Building being closed to the public. Please email your entry forms to kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu as soon as possible. The 2021 Exhibitor Guide and all forms can be found on the Kitsap 4-H Community Facebook group and the Kitsap County 4-H website under the 2021 Kitsap Fair Resources tab.

Camping forms must also be emailed by August 1st to kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu. Camping assignments will be assigned as soon as possible. If you have any questions please email sheila.jernigan@wsu.edu.

Don't forget... Animal Entry Forms are due August 1st via email to Kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu.

Fair is Happening...

Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 22nd at 6:30pm to have all your questions answered via Zoom! Not sure what forms your 4-Her needs to fill out, how they should complete a Record Book or what even is an Educational Display?? Worry no more! We will go over all of these things and answer all your questions.

Registration is required to join the Zoom meeting and you must have a Zoom account to register. Click Zoom to create a free account. Click the button below to register for the meeting! For more information email sheila.jernigan@wsu.edu.

Record Book and Educational Display Judges Needed!

Volunteers are needed to judge the 4-H Record Books and Educational Displays (posters) on August 20th. No experience necessary!! If you have never judged before, that is ok! You will receive training on how to judge each item. Turn in times for youth is from 12:00pm - 7:00pm. Sign up for a shift by clicking the button below! Treats will be provided!!!

The Kitsap County Market Auction will be Saturday, August 28th at 11:00am next to the Swine Barn. The ultimate worth of a livestock animal is determined by the price received at the market and the fair auction is the market for the 4-H members. All of the animals sold are high quality - each being raised with the utmost care and attention. The success of the auction is greatly determined by the number of bidders and the enthusiasm of those bidders so 4-H is always welcoming new bidders. Purchasing an animal through the fair is a win-win situation for both parties. The 4-H member is learning life and business skills and the purchaser is getting excellent cuts of meat.

Everyone will have the opportunity to bid on beef, lamb, swine, goat, rabbit, and chickens. Bid with a neighbor or friend and split the animal and make it financially more feasible. Get all the information about how auctions work by clicking Livestock Auction 101. If you do not want to purchase an animal you can make an Add-On donation to Market Project youth by filling out a donation slip and giving it to the auctioneer helpers in the ring.

A raffle to fund scholarships will be held during the auction. The winning ticket holder will receive their choice of half of a hog or $250 cash. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased from 4-H and FFA members or Auction Committee members. Sweatshirts and T-shirts are also available for purchase to support the Auction Committee.

Submit t-shirt designs on the Kitsap County 4-H website!

4-H Leader's Council Virtual Meeting
1st Wednesday of Each Month

Wednesday, August 4th
6:30pm

Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/92958524774?pwd=c0ZNRXc3RGxZSnRvSFNrQXBuN250UT09

Meeting ID: 929 5852 4774
Password: Council

Phone Call (long distance)

+1 669 900 9128
+16699009128,,92958524774# US (One Tap Mobile Call)

Due to increased security, all participants in WSU Zoom meetings will need to create a free Zoom account if they do not have a WSU email and password.

Explore 4-H Virtually!

Check out all the fun virtual events being offered this month on the
Explore 4-H with WSU Extension Facebook page.

Fundraising for 4-H

Mark your calendar for the 4-H McTakeover on September 8th!

State & National 4-H Opportunities

WE WANT YOU!
Make a brighter future as a Washington 4-H State Ambassador!

State Ambassador Program
Eligibility: Teens grades 9-12
Positions: 4 per district, 2 new each year
Term: 1-2 year term
Application Instructions: Email wa4hsa@gmail.com for an application
Application Due: Open Application
Selection: Application/Interview Process

The Washington State 4-H Ambassadors, promote and portray 4-H in a positive manner through cooperation and communication, with leadership and planning, as a bridge between state and local 4-H events and learning.

4-H Scholarship Opportunities

There are no scholarship opportunities at this time.

Don't forget to record those Volunteer Hours!

If you need help with login information or have questions about reporting hours please contact Lis by email at Elisabeth.nilsson@wsu.edu.

4-H Office Contact Information

Lis Nilsson

4-H Program Coordinator
360-228-7307
elisabeth.nilsson@wsu.edu

Sheila Jernigan
Outreach Coordinator
360-228-7309
sheila.jernigan@wsu.edu

General 4-H Email:
kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu

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Newsletter Submissions:
Please email information you would like included in the
4-H newsletter by the 20th of the month to:
Sheila.jernigan@wsu.edu

WSU County Offices will be closed to PHYSICAL PUBLIC ACCESS;
however, 4-H Faculty and 4-H Staff will continue operations.
By taking this action, our 4-H community will do our part to help
stop the spread of COVID-19.

Report Volunteer Hours:
VOLUNTEER

Get Connected!

The Kitsap 4-H Community Facebook Group is private group for 4-H enrolled youth and their families, volunteers, and staff. This group is for you to post club and project news and pictures!

Our mailing address is:
Kitsap County 4-H, WSU Extension
345 6th St., Ste. 550
Bremerton, WA 98311

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