1. finance
2. grants, scholarships and financial aid
3. scholarships

January 2015
Weld County 4-H
Dog and Cat Vaccine Clinic
Highlights in this issue:
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4-H Re-enrollment
4-H and Non 4-H Scholarships
Important workshop and meeting dates
Club Re-enrollment
4-H Club re-enrollment is due in the Extension office
January 19, 2015. Please remember that re-enrollment cannot
be accepted until the following items are on file:
1. Re-enrollment check list
2. Enrollment Fees
The enrollment deadline to be eligible to exhibit at the Weld
County Fair is March 1, 2015. Project add/drop deadline is
March 1, 2015.
www.Weld4h.org
The Dog Project members would like to invite you to our
fundraiser of a vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday,
January 10th from 8 – 10 am in the Exhibition Building at Island
Grove Park, Greeley. This will help the kids earn money to
purchase equipment and materials for the program. Services
will be provided by Dr. Powell of Kersey. The cost of the
vaccinations are: Rabies (1 year) $15.00 per animal, distemper/
parvo $18.00 per animal, bordetella (kennel cough) $18.00 per
animal and cat leukemia $33.00 per animal. We ask that cats be
caged and dogs are on leashes at all times. Please RSVP to the
Extension office 970-304-6535 by Wednesday, December 31,
2014 so that we are able to have enough vaccinations on hand.
If you have any questions feel free to email Denise Miller at
denmile@hotmail.com.
The Extension Office can only accept enrollment forms and
fees from 4-H Organizational Leaders.
Western Region Forum
4-H 101
New parent and volunteer welcome night.
Join us for an evening of learning, meeting new people & fun!
February 19, 2015
Complimentary dinner begins at 6:00 pm and program begins at
6:30 pm at the 4-H Building, Island Grove Park, Greeley.
Prizes! Materials! Fun!
Please RSVP by February 12, 2015
Call 970-304-6535 ext. 2076
4-H Makes a Difference
We all know what a difference 4-H makes in our lives and in our
community, but do all of your friends and classmates know
about 4-H? Invite them to your club meetings and tell them
what you love about 4-H. The first 25 members who enroll and
bring one new person into 4-H will win a prize! You must be
enrolled by January 15th. To qualify email Markley with your
name, club name and the new members name.
Weld County will be hosting all three leader sessions at the
Extension office. To register please contact Markley Walsh at
970-304-3565 ext. 2086 or mwalsh@co.weld.co.us. All 4-H
Leaders, Parents and senior members are encouraged to attend.
If you would like more information on the different sessions
please visit http://oregon.4h.oregonstate.edu/wrlf2015
Fiber Fun Fest
Club Challenge
Fiber Arts Workshops including: Rake Looming, Cable Knitting,
Kumihimo, Beginning Crochet, Counted Cross Stitch and more
will be held February 21, 2015 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at
Larimer County Fairgrounds, McKee 4-H Building, The Ranch,
Loveland.
We are challenging clubs to a competition to generate new 4-H
membership (does not include 2014 members that transfer to
your club from another club). Cash awards of $100 will be awarded to the club with the most new members and to the club with
the highest percentage of new members. Members must be
new to 4-H. To enter, send
All fiber arts workshops require pre-registration. Go to
Index
an email to Markley at
www.larimer.org/ext (Click on 4-H button) for a complete
General/Natural
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workshop list and registration information. If you have questions, mwalsh@co.weld.co.us by
Family Consumer Sciences…….5
March 4, 2015.
contact Nicole Wright at 970-498-6000.
Colorado State University Extension, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Colorado
counties cooperating. Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.
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Small Animals……………..8, 10-11
Livestock…………………..8-10, 12
County Fair………...…………..…13
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Members/Leaders
What is the 4-H re-enrollment deadline for re-enrolling
members?
The deadline for re-enrolling members and clubs is January 15,
2015. You must have your enrollment completed and fee turned in
to your club leader by the club deadline so they can get them turned
into the Extension Office. The 4-H enrollment deadline for new
members and for all members who wish to exhibit at the 2015 Weld
County Fair is March 1, 2015. There are other deadlines associated
with specific projects. Check with your leader if you have questions.
4-H Membership
The 4-H year runs from October 1 to September 30.
4-H age is the age of the individual on December 31 of the
current 4-H year.
- Cloverbud: 5-7 years old
- Junior member: 8-10 years old
- Intermediate member: 11-13 years old
- Senior member: 14-18 years old
4-H Enrollment will be Online!
What is the enrollment fee?
The annual enrollment fee is $35.00 when submitted by the
January 15th deadline. The 4-H Cloverbud member fee is $25.00.
The fee is an additional $10.00 for each when submitted after the
January 15th deadline.
How do I choose my projects for the year?
There are lots of resources to help you choose your projects. You
can ask 4-H leaders for help. You can go the state 4-H website
(www.colorado4h.org) click on “Projects and Record Books” and
then click on the “Resource” tab at the top, check out the 4-H
Clover Guide, the 4-H Project Selection Guide, and the exhibit
requirements. You can come to project workshops scheduled
throughout the year. You can call the 4-H Agents and you can talk
to other 4-H members about their projects.
How do I get my 4-H manuals and record books?
All 4-H manuals are ordered when your leader submits
re-enrollment forms and fees to the Extension Office. The State
4-H Office sends the manuals directly to your leader who will
distribute them to club members. Record books are available
online at the State 4-H website: www.colorado4h.org. Click on
“Project Resources and Record Books” to find the right e-record
for your project.
What is a Self Determined Project?
The self determined project is designed for 4-H members who have
an interest in a topic that is not included in the 4-H Project List. Self
determined projects include these county projects that are not
offered as state projects: Crops, Pocket Pets and Restoration. If
you wish to re-enroll in a self determined project, use the project
name next to “self determined.” For example: Self Determined/
Pocket Pets. County projects are not eligible to qualify for state fair.
How to enroll for Weld County CWF?
The Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) is not included in the
project list in 4-H online. Please follow these instructions to enroll.
CWF is for members who will be 15 years old by June 1, 2017 or
have completed the 9th grade.
Instead of clicking continue when you get to the Groups page, you
need to go to the “Add a Group” box. Go to the first box and click
on the down arrow and select the CWF Group you are associated
with. Now click the “add to group” button. Once you have added
the CWF Group you are associated with in the Group section you
can click continue and submit your enrollment.
The Extension Office will ONLY accept enrollment forms and
fees from 4-H club leaders.
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Members will be able to enroll in 4-H once there club has
been Chartered by the state 4-H Office. We will notify the
Organizational Leader when their club has been chartered.
Re-enrolling in 4-H as a member or a leader is easy. Each
family will login using their family email address and
password to enroll electronically. If you don’t remember
your family email to start this process, please get with your
Organizational Leader to verify your family email. Members
will be able to log in at any time to refresh their memory of
what projects they are enrolled in!
Signatures for the forms are electronic this year. AN
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE IS TYPING THE FIRST AND
LAST NAME OF THE INDIVIDUAL. Initials and partial
names are not accepted. So, you will not have to print and
sign forms this year. The only paperwork you will have to
print out is the Animal Care and Housing Form if your
animals are located at a different property. Once
families submit their enrollment, organizational leaders will
be able to confirm your enrollment. The 4-H staff in our
county will view and approve each enrollment. Families will
continue to be able to make some changes throughout the
year – such as address, email address, phone number, etc.
You can add or drop a project after your initial enrollment by
updating your online account or fill out the add/drop form
prior to March 1 and give it to your club leader.
We are excited for this way to enroll in 4-H. After confirming
your family email with your leader, 4-H members and leaders can enroll themselves online at www.4honline.com.
There will be step by step instructions to help you enroll
posted on the Weld County 4-H website www.weld4h.org.
Considerations in Selecting a 4-H Project
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Select a project you like
Select a project that can be completed
Consider the costs (check the Project Selection Guide
for cost estimate)
Consider the space and equipment that will be needed
Consider parental support for the project
Be aware of the opportunities for growth in the project
Select only the number of projects that you can
complete
A 4-H project should be fun, serve a purpose and be
worth the effort!
In addition to the guide, talk with other members, leaders
and 4-H staff to learn more about the project.
4-H Scholarships
The 2015 Weld County 4-H Scholarship Packet is now available!
Did you know that the Weld County 4-H Program offers over 20 scholarships to graduating 4-H members? You could be eligible to
receive one of them, or more! Applicants must be presently enrolled and active in a Weld County 4-H Club (Exception: college
students applying for the Martin Produce, Norgren, Ben Wilson or Youth Executive Council Scholarships) and must have
completed at least three (3) years of project work immediately prior to current year of enrollment. All you have to do is fill out one
application to be considered for most scholarships (some require additional application information). You can find the application
at www.weld4h.org. Applications are due to the Extension Office by 5:00 pm on March 2, 2015.
Brief descriptions of scholarship opportunities are listed below:
$500 Weld County 4-H Dairy Scholarship and
$500 Alvie Rothe 4-H Dairy Scholarship
Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Dairy Advisory Council.
Members must be enrolled in the Weld County 4-H Dairy
project. Must have completed at least three years of dairy
project work immediately prior to current year enrollment.
$1000 Weld County 4-H Family Consumer Science
Special supplemental page must be completed and submitted
Scholarship - Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. with scholarship application.
Member must be currently enrolled in a family consumer
Two $500 Weld County 4-H Youth Executive Council
science 4-H project.
Scholarships - Sponsored by Weld County 4-H Executive
$1000 Weld County 4-H Agriculture Scholarship—
Council. Members may be enrolled in any 4-H project.
Sponsored by the Weld county 4-H Foundation. Member must Demonstrated leadership in 4-H activities beyond the local club
be currently enrolled in an agriculture 4-H project.
level will be a major determining factor in selecting recipients.
Two $1500 Paul and Jean Hoshiko Family 4-H Scholarships
Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. These
scholarships will be awarded to outstanding 4-H members
based on demonstrated 4-H leadership, community service
and 4-H accomplishments.
Three $1000 Weld County 4-H Foundation Scholarships Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. Member may
be enrolled in any 4-H project.
$1000 Martin Produce Company 4-H Scholarship for High
School Senior or a College Student - Sponsored by Martin
Produce Company. Eligible college students must be enrolled
in a college program leading to a degree in an agricultural
discipline. Must have at least 4 years of project work in the
Weld County 4-H program.
$1000 Norgren Family 4-H Scholarship for College
Students - Sponsored by the Norgren family through the Weld
County 4-H Foundation. Must have completed one year of
college working towards a degree in agriculture. Preference
will be given to upper classmen. Must have at least 4 years of
project work in the Weld County 4-H program.
$1000 Ben Wilson Memorial Scholarship for College
Students - Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation
through a donation in the memory of Ben Wilson. Must have
completed one year of college. Must have a minimum of 4
years of project work in the Weld County 4-H program. Must
be enrolled in a college program leading to a degree in an
agricultural discipline.
$500 Weld County 4-H Shooting Sports Scholarship Sponsored by the Weld County Shooting Sports Council.
Members must be enrolled in the Weld County Shooting Sports
program. Special supplemental page must be completed and
submitted with scholarship application.
Two - $500 – Weld County 4-H Horse Scholarships –
Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Horse Council. Eligible
applicants must have completed three years of 4-H horse
project work. Applicant must be an incoming freshman or be
actively enrolled in an accredited institution.
$500 Mary C. Barnett Memorial Scholarship - Sponsored by
Weld County 4-H Leader’s Council. Member may be enrolled
in any 4-H project.
$500 Weld County 4-H Youth Executive Council Leadership
Award - For high school or college students. Sponsored by the
Weld County 4-H Youth Executive Council. Must have served
and been active on the Weld County Youth Executive Council
for three years. Special supplemental page must be completed
and submitted with scholarship application.
$500 Greeley Kennel Club 4-H Scholarship - Sponsored by
the Greeley Kennel Club. The member must have completed
two years of dog obedience in 4-H to be eligible. This
scholarship would be renewable for the recipient’s second year
at college if established criteria are met. Special supplemental
page must be completed and submitted with scholarship
application.
$500 Gene Inloes Memorial 4-H Livestock Judging Scholarship - Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. Members must have participated in the Weld County 4-H Livestock
Judging program for three years. Special supplemental page
must be completed and submitted with scholarship application.
$400 – Leaders Council Scholarship – Sponsored by the
Weld County 4-H Leaders Council. Member may be enrolled in
any 4-H project.
$300 Helmut Brunner Memorial 4-H Scholarship -Sponsored
by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. This scholarship will be
awarded to a member enrolled in an agricultural project and
who will be attending Colorado State University.
$250 Kenneth & Clarice Benson Memorial 4-H Scholarship Sponsored by the Weld County 4-H Foundation. Member may
be enrolled in any 4-H project.
$100 Josh Jarman Memorial 4-H Scholarship - Sponsored by
the Josh Jarman Memorial Fund in memory of Jarman, a former
4-H member. The recipient should show exemplary leadership
in 4-H community service. This scholarship may be awarded to
an applicant who is receiving another county 4-H scholarship.
Member may be enrolled in any 4-H project.
PLEASE LET FORMER 4-H’ERS IN COLLEGE WHO MEET
THE DEGREE CRITERIA KNOW ABOUT THESE
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Members/Leaders
Colorado State University
Conducts Background Checks
on all Volunteers
Volunteers serve at the request of Colorado
State University Extension. That request can
be withdrawn for any reason, or no reason, at
any time. Volunteers agree to abide by the 4-H
Code of Conduct and to enforce the Code of
Conduct with 4-H members they supervise.
Interested in being a Key Leader?
If you have an interest in sharing your time and
talent to help 4-H members with a particular
project please give us a call. You can help by
being a resource leader, key leader, or by
simply offering a single workshop.
Colorado 4-H Foundation Scholarships
The 2015 Colorado 4-H Foundation Scholarship application form is now
available on the Colorado 4-H Foundation website:
www.co4hfoundation.colostate.edu/scholarships.shtml.
2015 Scholarship Application Procedure
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All application materials will be submitted using the electronic universal
application form.
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No letters of reference, transcripts or signature pages are required.
Students will supply the names of three people we may contact for
references. Needed transcripts will be requested directly from the High
Schools.
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All applications will be evaluated for the Holthaus, Murdoch’s and Smith
scholarships.
Helpful Hints:
• Fill out and submit only one electronic 4-H scholarship application form.
• Review the requirements for the CADA, Kimberling, Portouw and
Sandstead scholarships. If you meet the requirements, highlight the
boxes on the electronic application form.
• Questions. please contact the Colorado 4-H Foundation at
970-491-1537 or 970-491-2768.
Winners are selected by the Colorado 4-H Foundation Scholarship
Committee
Colorado Agri-Women Scholarship
The Colorado Agri-Women are proud to offer a $400 scholarship to one high
school senior woman who will be continuing in a vocational or traditional
collage setting in any area of agriculture. This scholarship application is due
by February 10, 2015. For more information and application, please go to
www.weld4h.org. The application is on the right side on the homepage.
Colorado Association of Fairs and Shows Scholarship
The Weld County Fair is a member of the Colorado Association of Fairs and
Shows (CAFS) who is offering a scholarship to any active 4-H or FFA member
that volunteered at their local county fair.
This scholarship is open to High School Seniors or a Graduate with a minimum
of a "B" average in both the junior and senior year of high school. This scholarship application is due by March 20, 2015. For more information and application, please go to www.weldcountyfair.com/ScholarshipOpportunities.html.
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For General & Natural and Family Consumer
Science projects call Markley at ext. 2086.
For Livestock and Horse projects call Larry at
2093.
Becoming a Leader
The Weld County 4-H program is a team effort.
The volunteers, Extension staff, parents and
members work together to plan and carry out a
program for the growth and development of
young people. If you or someone you know are
interested in becoming a volunteer leader, here
are the steps that need to be completed to become an approved leader in Weld County 4-H:
1. Fill out and submit a volunteer leader
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application
Have 3 positive references
Have a background check
Complete an orientation training
Have an interview with the 4-H agents (all
organizational leaders and others in some
cases)
Once you are approved as a leader you must
complete and submit an enrollment form and
continue to do so on an annual basis in order to
stay active in the system. If you do not submit
enrollment annually, the system will drop
you as a leader and will be required to
reapply. If you are active in a specific club,
the organizational leader will submit your
enrollment form along with the rest of the club.
If you are a key leader, resource leader, or an
activity leader, you may submit your enrollment
form directly to the Extension office.
Until these steps are completed, you are not
authorized to act as a 4-H leader and are not
covered by CSU insurance.
Members & Leaders
Do you love the Shooting Sports Project?
To become a shooting sports instructor, individuals are required to
become an authorized Weld County 4-H Leader and to complete
the shooting sports certification workshop (see schedule below).
To find out more about this wonderful volunteer opportunity and
becoming a shooting sports instructor, contact Markley at ext. 2086.
Shooting Sports Certification Workshop
Interested in being apart of the growing Weld County Shooting
Sports program? Then mark your calendars because Weld County
will be hosting one of 6 Leader and Jr. Leader Shooting Sports
Certification workshops in the state. You can register for this
workshop through 4honline, registration will be open until the day of
the workshop but don’t delay because the price of the workshop will
go up after February 20th.
Workshop Information:
Date: February 27 (evening start)-March 1, 2015
Location: 4-H Building at Island Grove Park
Cost for teen members and enrolled leaders: $95 before
February 20th and $105 until February 27, 2015
Cost for non 4-H individuals: $120 before February 20th and
$130 until February 27, 2015
Please contact the Weld County Extension office for more
information or visit http://www.co4hshooting.org/leader-trainingworkshops/index.php#
4-H Shooting Sports
Last year 226 youth enrolled in the Shooting Sports project
here in Weld County. Ask any one of those members why
they love the project and you are likely to hear about how
much fun they have, about the life skills they learn like
discipline, concentration and confidence. It is just as likely
that they will tell you about the amazing leaders who plan
and organize the project and serve as instructors.
Shooting Sports takes a lot of volunteer power to make
it happen! Without parent and other adult participation,
this experience would not be possible for 4-H’ers.
In order to keep this project going strong in the
2014-2015 4-H year we need your help. Having a county
program REQUIRES the use of trained and certified 4-H
instructors. You can become certified by participating in a
workshop and it requires no special skill to start beyond
being an involved parent who cares about young people.
There are many other ways that you can support this project
as well.
The 4-H Shooting Sports Council is a group of dedicated, hard working leaders who have made it possible for
your child to have this wonderful opportunity. Now we
need your help.
Please plan to attend a special meeting!
Wednesday, February 4, 2015, 7-8 pm
at the Extension Office
A light supper will be served beginning at 6:30 pm.
Together, we can make sure the Shooting Sports project
continues to change young lives in Weld County 4-H.
There are only 6 shooting sports certification workshops in the state
including:
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Lincoln County (Limon), January 2-4, 2015
La Plata County (Durango), February 6-8, 2015
Weld County (Greeley), February 27 - March 1, 2015
Pueblo County (Pueblo), March 27-29, 2015
Mesa County (Grand Junction), March 27-29, 2015
Grand County (Kremmling), April 10-12, 2015
Model Rocketry
Interested in Model Rocketry? Phil Rouse is willing to come to your
club and put on a workshop if there is an interest of 3 members or
more. Phil will provide a level I model rocket workshop at the club
meeting to any junior member in their 1st year of model rocketry. If
you are interested please contact Markley at ext. 2086.
Model Rocketry workshops will be held at 7:00 pm on April 23rd,
May 9th and May 23rd in the Outrider Building (the green building at
the 11th Avenue entrance close to the Grandstand Arena), Island
Grove Park, Greeley.
Dog Sport Day
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The Weld County 4-H Dog Team are planning a fun Dog Sport Day.
Mark your calendar for this fun event. Watch the February 4-H
newsletter for more details. March 21, 2015 Exhibition Building, Island Grove Park, Greeley, Colorado 5
Members & Leaders
Working with Club Officers
4-H Club Officer Information
The officers of the club sit at the table in the front of the community
building and nervously wait for the noise to stop so they can start the
meeting. Finally, the leader speaks loud enough to get everyone’s
attention and calls for order. The club president asks what they need to
talk about first. The leader tells her and things begin. With every item
of business, parents and leaders talk about the pros and cons of issues
to ensure the members make the right decisions. The president was
disorganized, there was no agenda, the group didn’t focus on
discussion items and there was continuous personal chit chat going on.
Does any of this feel familiar? 4-H club meetings are great opportunities to teach life skills such as decision making, problem solving, critical
thinking, leadership, contributing to the group effort and teamwork.
However, it takes some intentional effort to create a climate where
those life skills can best be developed. People feel frustrated, disorganized and question the use of their time at 4-H club meetings when
an effort hasn’t been made to create a productive experience for the
meeting. The best organizational leaders that work as facilitators and
advisors acknowledge five characteristics of all productive meetings.
4-H Club Officers
Congratulations! It is an honor to be selected by your
fellow 4-H members to serve in the important position of
a club officer. 4-H Club Officer guides are available at
the Extension Office. Call to arrange to pick up a copy.
1. Purpose - There is a goal or reason to meet.
2. Setting - There needs to be an atmosphere that encourages
participation and discourages cliques.
3. People - Who needs to be at the meeting and who has the
authority and responsibility to follow-up on decisions?
4. Agenda - Is the plan for the group defined from beginning to end?
5. Follow-up - Dividing responsibilities among members, taking
notes, gathering information and doing the work. The responsibilities of the leaders and parents are to help the members achieve
goals and get things done by providing influence and guidance.
Leadership is no accident.
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Notify - members and parents of time, place and expectations.
Organize - resources, information and agendas with the officers
ahead of time.
Acknowledge - people. Trust needs to be built by getting to know
one another.
Contact - prior to meeting contact the officers to discuss business
at hand.
Communicate - to avoid breakdowns and keep everyone
informed.
Identify skills - so that no one’s strengths are overlooked.
Divide and delegate - responsibilities among the group with
committees that can support individuals.
Encourage - sparks of interest and enthusiasm. They are
contagious!
Notes - are the record of what needs to be done and what is
accomplished.
Thank you - are the two powerful words which help value the
efforts of others.
Helping 4-H clubs and their members requires you to advise them in
decision making. They learn by practicing their skills and facing
challenges and failures. Jim Fey, an educational consultant said, “The
price of learning is as cheap now as it will ever be.” Explore how you
can work with youth to define problems, gather information, explore
alternatives, weigh the consequences, decide on an action and
evaluate the results. It’s a blue light special now, while the price is right!
—Jean Glowacki
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An Officer Training will be held on Tuesday, February 3,
2015 at 6:30 pm at the 4-H Building at Island Grove
Park, Greeley. For more information, contact Teresa at
970-304-6535 ext. 2070.
4-H Club Secretary
Serving as 4-H secretary is certainly an honor, but it also
includes many duties and responsibilities. You should
become familiar with these so you can serve your club
well and keep a good record of all the club’s activities
through the year. You are required to keep accurate
minutes of meetings and records of attendance. You
also will maintain the 4-H Club Activities calendar. A
complete list of your responsibilities and all of the forms
that you need are included in the 4-H Secretary Book.
The book is available on the web at:
www.colorado4h.org or you may call and arrange to pick
up a copy at the Extension Office.
Clubs are required to submit a copy of their Secretary
Book to the Extension Office at the end of the 4-H year!
4-H Club Treasurer
You have a very important job! The treasurer is
responsible for taking care of the club’s money and bank
accounts. This responsibility requires honesty, integrity,
cooperation and communication with the members of
your club. 4-H clubs must complete an Annual Financial
Summary report and submit it to the Extension Office.
This report creates an open, public record of each nonprofit group receiving public donations and it also fulfills
the audit concerns of CSU and federal requirements for
financial accounting by 4-H clubs. The USDA requires
that 4-H clubs file financial statements and plans with the
Extension Office. You should review all of your responsibilities as treasurer with your club leader. The
complete 4-H Treasurer Book, which includes all of the
forms that you need is available on the web at
www.colorado4h.org or you may call to arrange to pick
up your copy at the Extension Office.
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Judging Teams
Youth Executive Council
Happy New Year Weld County
4-Hers! The long awaited 2015 year
is finally here! Hopefully we'll find a
way to complete our New Years
resolutions. Maybe one of these will
include trying a new 4-H project, or
even joining an activity such as
livestock judging or Youth Executive
Council. There's always a new
opportunity for everybody!
The Youth Executive Council will be
holding an upcoming event for those
who are interested in officer positions
and learning team building skills.
These positions include president,
vice president, secretary, treasurer,
parliamentarian, reporter, and district
2 senator. This event will be held on
February 3, 2015 at 6:30 pm.
Everyone is welcome to join. Just
remember, if you are interested,
please remember to RSVP to Teresa
Johnson by January 30!
Are you planning on joining YEC for
the 2015 4-H year? Do you want to
interact with other youth leaders in
your community? Do you want to be
an involved member within the Weld
County 4-H? These are only a few of
the amazing skills and opportunities
you could have when you join the
Youth Executive Council! If you are
interested, our next meeting will be
held on January 6 at 7:00 pm in the
4-H Building.
Madison LaBorde, Mattea Klein, and
Michael Kocherha - YEC Reporters
Larimer County
Horse and Livestock
Save the Dates
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Livestock Field Day - Saturday,
March 7th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
Larimer County Fairgrounds at
The Ranch in Loveland
Horse/Livestock Tack Swap and
Garage Sale Saturday, March
21st, 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.,
Larimer County Fairgrounds at
The Ranch in Loveland
Horse Levels Field Day –
Saturday, April 18th 8:30 a.m.,
Larimer County Fairgrounds at
The Ranch in Loveland
Judging Opportunities for 4-H Members
Judging is a great opportunity for 4-H members to improve decision making,
communication, problem solving, and time management skills in a fun, team-oriented
setting. Members do not have to be involved in any specific project to take part in judging
programs. Some potential benefits of judging include college scholarships, opportunity to
travel, personal and team awards. Check out one or more of these judging opportunities!
Horse Judging
Develop an eye for horses and understand what exactly goes on in the show ring.
Workouts generally start in January or February. The State Horse Judging Contest is
held in Fort Collins in conjunction with the State 4-H Conference in June. There are
opportunities for members of top placing teams to travel to national level contests. For
more information contact coach Dave Moore at 970-378-8835.
Horse Bowl
By participating in Horse Bowl, you can learn about the horse in a fun setting. The team
competes in knowledge bowl contests that demonstrate understanding of equine science
and management. Work-outs generally start in October or November. The State Horse
Bowl Contest is held in conjunction with the State 4-H Conference in June. There are
opportunities for members of top placing teams to travel to national level contests. For
more information contact coach Teresa Johnson at 970-302-9040.
Horse Hippology
Very similar to Horse Bowl is the Hippology program. It’s a fun and competitive setting for
youth enrolled in a horse project to demonstrate the breadth of their knowledge and
understanding of equine science, and in particular the practical application of this
knowledge and skill. A hippology contest consists of four phases: judging, written test,
stations, and team problem. Top state teams have the opportunity to travel to national
level contests. Practices normally start in October or November. For more information
contact coach Teresa Johnson at 970-302-9040.
Livestock Judging
Workouts for Livestock Judging normally start in early March. Generally, the team will
also compete in several county contests prior to the State contest in June, held in
conjunction with the State 4-H Conference in Fort Collins. Team members will learn
livestock evaluation skills for beef, sheep and swine. Top placing teams have the
opportunity to participate in national level contests. For further information contact coach
Steve Gabel at 970-396-6881.
Dairy Judging
Dairy judging is a state-based program where members participate on an individual basis.
Following the State Contest, generally held in July, the top individuals are chosen and
have the opportunity to participate in national level contests. In dairy judging members
will learn about the parts of a dairy cow and dairy cattle evaluation skills. Workouts
normally start in June. For more information contact coach Keith Maxey at 970-304-6535
ext. 2075.
Rabbit Judging
Team members learn the basics of rabbit judging – body types and how to pose them;
point schedule on specific breeds and what characteristic(s) earn the most points; breed
identification; and how to give reasons. Practices normally start in January. The team
will participate in various contests prior to the State Contest which is held in Pueblo in
conjunction with the Colorado State Fair. For more information contact coach Teri
Peterson at 970-301-6530.
Meats Judging
Members will learn how to evaluate various qualities and yield differences in beef, pork,
and lamb meat products. In addition, they will be required to identify the species,
location (primal) and cooking method of over 100 retail cuts derived from beef, pork, and
lamb carcasses. Members will also be taught safe meat handling practices. Practices
began in October. The State Contest will be in Fort Collins in April. The State winning
team has the opportunity to travel and participate in a national level contest. For more
information contact coach David Jacobs at 303-886-6620.
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Livestock
Weld County 4-H/FFA Dairy Heifer Replacement Project (DHRP)
The purpose of the program is to provide 4-H and FFA members an opportunity to:
Learn how to select a dairy heifer that has the potential to be a good producing cow.
Learn how to raise a good quality animal, demonstrating approved management principles.
Offer for sale a top quality dairy replacement animal at the conclusion of the program.
Give non-farm members the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the dairy industry.
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The Weld County 4-H Dairy Advisory Council will oversee and assist in managing this project.
Eligibility
1. Any duly enrolled Weld County 4-H or FFA member is eligible for this program.
2. The member must enroll, or be enrolled, in a 4-H or FFA dairy cattle project.
3. The member must specifically enroll their project heifer in the DHRP by March 1 of the project year. Forms are
available at the County Extension Office or online at www.weld4h.org, then click on “forms”.
Requirements
1. Members may enroll up to three (3) heifers each year. All nominated heifers may be shown, but you are limited to
showing one (1) heifer in the DHRP class and to selling that same one (1) heifer. Members must designate their
DHRP heifer on their Fair entry.
2. Member must be the sole owner of the animal. A copy of the brand certificate or bill of sale must be submitted with
enrollment. Two photos of the heifer, one of each side, must be included with the enrollment.
3. The animal must be:
a. Born September 1 – November, 2013 (21-23 months old at Fair time).
b. From a registered sire (AI or natural breeding).
c. From a dam that is either registered or grade. Production records must accompany enrollment.
d. Positively identified by a 4-H Leader, FFA Advisor, Extension Agent, or member of the Council.
e. A minimum of 40 days pregnant as of March 1. A certificate of pregnancy from a licensed veterinarian or
other qualified individual must be turned in with enrollment. Heifers should not be bred to calve before
September 1.
4. Any breed of dairy is acceptable. Heifers must be bred to a registered service sire (AI or natural) of their same breed.
5. Heifers must be exhibited at the Weld County Fair. All heifers enrolled in this project will show in a separate “Dairy
Replacement Heifer” class.
6. Members are strongly encouraged to participate with their project heifer at the Colorado Dairy Youth Extravaganza,
May 31 - June 2, 2015 at Island Grove Park in Greeley.
Sale
1. Heifers will be sold at the Weld County Fair.
2. Heifers will be inspected and pregnancy checked at the Weld County Fair prior to the sale. Heifers will not be allowed
to sell if:
a. They are not at least six (6) months pregnant,
b. They are not healthy or in good condition according to breed standards. Heifers are expected to meet the
following height and weight measurements (measurements listed are for Holstein heifers; for other breeds
contact the Weld County Extension Office):
i. 21 month old heifer – 1086-1372 lbs; 52-56” at withers
ii. 22 month old heifer – 1148-1420 lbs; 52-57” at withers
iii. 23 month old heifer – 1148-1420 lbs; 53-57” at withers
3. Members will receive all proceeds from the sale less a five percent (5%) commission, as long as they have turned in a
completed record book after the Fair.
4. Members are encouraged to contact potential buyers for their animals. Buy back opportunities will be available for
businesses that purchase animals.
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Livestock
Market Beef Identification Day
4-H Livestock Manuals
Each household will receive one manual to be shared by siblings
for the projects they are enrolled in. If a family wishes to purchase
additional manuals they are welcome to do so at the Extension
Office. The manuals are for all livestock and horse projects,
including the dog project.
Animal Care and Housing Form
February 7, 2015
 To be eligible for the 2015 Weld County Fair and
Junior Livestock Sale, all market beef animals must be
identified.
 Identifying will be done ONLY on Saturday, February
7, 2015 at the following location:
GREELEY PRODUCERS SALE YARD, 711 “O” Street,
Greeley, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
All 4-H members with animal projects will be required to have a
completed, signed and approved Animal Care and Housing Form
for Colorado 4-H Livestock Projects on file at the Extension Office.
This form will be provided in two ways;
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1. 4-H online for those that have their animals at their place of
residence and
2. on our 4-H Website www.weld4h.org/Forms.html for those that
have their animals some place other than their residence.
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If your animal project is housed at your place of residence you
can fill out this form while filling out your paperwork during the
enrollment process online.
If your animal project is not housed at your place of residence then
you will need to go to our 4-H Website, print the Animal Care and
Housing form and fill out both sides of that form. This gives us
additional information about your specific situation and helps with
the approval process. Please give us detailed information or we will
send them back for you to adjust your comments.
Talk to your club leader, or contact Larry at ext. 2093 if you have
any questions.
Premises ID
Premises identification will provide quick and accurate traceability of
livestock and locations in the event of an animal health concern,
which will help maintain the health of all Colorado livestock. For this
program, a premises is defined as a location or site where livestock
are born, handled, housed, managed, marketed, processed, or
exhibited. Premises ID is managed by the Colorado Department of
Agriculture.
For the 2014 – 2015 project year, 4-H members with livestock
projects (beef, dairy, goat, horse, sheep, swine, poultry, and rabbit)
are strongly encouraged to obtain a Premises ID. It is required to
exhibit at the Weld County Fair and Colorado State Fair. It is also
required for other livestock shows.
If you don’t already have a Premises ID, you can obtain one by
calling the Colorado Animal ID coordinator at 303-869-9134.
Youth Loan Program
American AgCredit’s AgYouth Program provides interest-free loan
funds for qualifying projects to 4-H and FFA members. For
information, please contact Steve Sterkel at American AgCredit in
Greeley at 970-330-4071.
National Western Stock Show
January 10-25, 2015
Premium books are available on-line. Visit the National Western
Stock Show webpage at www.nationalwestern.com and be sure to
check the changes they are making for the 2015 Junior Livestock
Shows.
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Animals will be weighed for a beginning weight.
Retinal scans, and/or DNA will be collected on ALL
market beef for the Weld County Fair and as requested for the Colorado State Fair and AK-SAR-BEN.
AK-SAR-BEN is a 4-H only show for member
10 years old & older (4-H age).
A $4.00 fee for retinal scans, ear tags and brand
inspection will be collected at this time. Checks can
be made payable to Weld County Fair (AK-SAR-BEN
will be extra).
Calves will be brand inspected. You need to bring the
following documentation with you:
 Valid proof of ownership
 Out-of-state animal from a brand state needs a
brand certificate
 Out-of-state animal from a non-brand state needs
a witnessed bill of sale
 In-state animal needs a brand certificate unless
home raised
 Health papers for all out-of-state animals
There will be NO make-up date. All cattle need to be
identified on February 7, 2015.
Youth Livestock Field Day
Weld, Larimer, Adams, and Boulder counties are teaming
up to present the 6th annual Youth Livestock Field Day,
March 7, 2015. The event will be held at The Ranch
(Larimer County Fairgrounds) in Loveland.
Many workshops and activities are being planned to help
4-H members learn about their Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goat,
Poultry, and Rabbit projects. Included at this event is
your opportunity, if applicable, to become Meat Quality
Assurance (MQA) and Pork Quality Assurance (PQA)
certified!
Mark your calendars now and reserve this date! More
about this exciting program, including registration
information and location will be coming. Please look for
more details in the February 4-H Newsletter.
2015 Weld County Goat Extravaganza
No matter what breed of goats you might have, there is
sure to be something for you at the 2015 Weld County
Goat Extravaganza, April 24-26, 2015. Activities will take
place in the Livestock and Exhibition Buildings at Island
Grove Park, Greeley. Stay tuned for details, go to our
website, www.wcgoate.com or call Larry at 970-304-6535
ext. 2093 if you have questions.
Livestock/Small Animals
Enrolling in Poultry
If you are registering for poultry you need to register for
everything that you are going to show. Example:
Ducks, Geese, Pigeons, Turkeys market or breeding,
Market chickens. If you are going to show all these at
fair than you need to sign up for all of them. If you are
going to do the egg production then you will sign up for
the breeding. If you are just showing your chickens
than you will sign up for show birds.
Poultry Bands available at Extension Office
Weld County Extension Office has four (4) sizes of
poultry bands available for sale. Bands cost $0.50
each.
Rabbit Project Info
Our show will once again be American Rabbit Breeders Association
(ARBA) and Rocky Mountain High Shows, Inc. (RMHS) sanctioned. If
you are not a member of ARBA or RMHS, you can still show, membership is not required. But do understand that our show will be following
ARBA rules. If you are a member of ARBA and/or RMHS, this will be
an opportunity for you to earn some sweepstakes points at our show. If
you want your breed sanctioned as well, you will have to pay for that by
30 days prior to the fair show. Again, to be clear…YOU DO NOT HAVE
TO BE A MEMBER OF ARBA NOR RMHS to show at ARBA/RMHS
sanctioned shows.
There are currently 48 breeds of rabbits that are recognized by the
American Rabbit Breeders Association. These breeds come in all
kinds of sizes, colors, purposes and temperaments. How do you find
the breed best suited for your project? An excellent place to start your
2015 Poultry Meeting Schedule
research is the American Rabbit Breeders Association website:
 January 15th at 6:30 pm in the Outrider Building www.arba.net. You will find links to specific breed sites. Another good
This is a green building at the 11th Avenue Entrance place to do some research is at a local all breed show. There are a
 February 19th at 6:30 pm in the Bunkhouse
couple of local shows you can visit and talk to the exhibitors. January
 March 19th at 6:30 pm in the Bunkhouse
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 April 16th at 6:30 pm in the Bunkhouse
County Fairgrounds. The second show is the Long’s Peak Rabbit
 May 21st at 6:30 pm in the Bunkhouse
Breeders Association show February 7, 2015 at the Larimer County
Fairgrounds. Both shows will run until late afternoon if you are
 June 18th at 6:30 pm in the Bunkhouse
interested. You can find dates and places of other shows on the
ARBA website also. Meet the breeders, learn about the breeds they
Identification Form for
are showing, ask questions about any breed you may be interested in
Rabbit Project Members
raising/showing. And you will get to see how a rabbit show works.
Rabbit project members who plan to show meat pens at
Market Rabbit Project members do not forget that we now have two
the 2015 Weld County Fair will need to identify their
classes in the Market Rabbit Project. This means you have two
does that are used to kindle the litters of meat pen
opportunities to exhibit a Market Rabbit Project at fair – the Meat pen of
rabbits. This form, titled DOE IDENTIFICATION FOR
RABBIT MEAT PENS must be completed and filed with Three and/or the Single Fryer. Rules for the single fryer are similar to
the meat pen. The rabbit cannot be over 10 weeks of age, minimum
the Extension Office by May 1, 2015.
weight of 3 pounds and maximum weight of 5 pounds. The meat pen
If you are anticipating showing a meat pen of rabbits at
has the same age and weight requirements except the meat pen is to
the County Fair, please contact the Extension Office and be made up of 3 animals of the same breed and variety. All disqualifirequest this form, or you can download a copy at
cations apply to the single fryer and meat pen rabbits except body smut
www.weldcountyfair.com and then click on Fair Book
and non-descended testicles. The rules for both Meat pen and Single
Divisions and Entry Forms, then Livestock/Animal DiviFryer will be in the Weld County Fair Book.
sions or go to www.weld4h.org and then click on Forms.
If you are interested in raising a meat pen, and end up having one or
two extra fryers – show them in the single fryer class. If you were
2015 Weld County Rabbit
unable to put together a meat pen of three fryers, show the one or two
Judging Schedule
rabbits in the single fryer class. Unfortunately single fryers will not be in
1/10/15 – Platte River Rabbit Fanciers show; Adams
the sale.
County Fairgrounds
Don’t forget the Rabbit 101 workshop scheduled for February 28, 2015.
1/17/15 – Rabbit Judging Practice; Outrider building
The workshop will be held at Adams County Fairgrounds, in the Al
th
(green building at 11 Avenue entrance) from
Lessor Building. There will be area breeders exhibiting different breeds,
9 am-12 pm
workshops on feeding, general care, raising meat pens and single fry1/24/15 – Rabbit Judging Practice; Outrider building,
ers, how to check for disqualifications. Tentatively we will have a cage
from 9 am -12 pm
vendor and a feed vendor. Want to learn a little more about rabbits
2/7/15 – El Paso County Rabbit Judging meet; Larimer
before purchasing your project animal(s)? Want to talk to area experts
County Fairgrounds
one on one? Come to the Rabbit 101 workshop. The workshop will
2/7/15 – Long’s Peak Rabbit Show; Larimer County
from 9am-2pm. Lunch will be available for purchase. Contact Teri P at
Fairgrounds
the phone number/email address listed below to register for workshop.
2/14/15 – Elbert County Rabbit Judging meet; Elbert
Rabbit judging team starts the season with a practice on January 17,
County Fairgrounds
2015 in the Outrider Building 9 am-12 pm. If you are interested in
2/21/15 – Rabbit Judging Practice; Outrider building,
checking out Rabbit Judging please join us at that time. The only thing
from 9 am -12 pm
you need to bring is your eagerness to learn about rabbits.
2/28/15 – Rabbit 101 Workshop; Adams County
Fairgrounds, Al Lessor Building
Any questions please call or e-mail Teri Peterson at 970-301-6530or
Setup 8-9 am; workshops 9 am -2 pm;
teribunnies@gmail.com
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clean up 2-3 pm
Horse/Livestock/County Fair
4-H Horse Project Night
A Mandatory Horse Project Night is scheduled for Monday, February 23,
2015 in the 4-H Building at Island Grove Park, Greeley, pizza at 6:30 pm
and meeting at 7:00 pm. Some of the items to be covered are:
 Horse ID requirements
 ID packets will be available from last year to update and
resubmit by the June 1st deadline.
 Advancement Levels
 Recognition of individuals who attained levels certifications
in 2014
 Opportunities for levels certification in 2015
 Weld County Fair information
 Colorado State Fair information
 Horse project opportunities (Judging, Horse Bowl, etc.)
For more information on Horse Project Night, contact Larry at
970-304-6535 ext. 2093.
Horse Advancement Levels for 2014
Congratulations to the following individuals for their accomplishments
in achieving one or more certifications in the Colorado 4-H Horse
Advancement Levels program in 2014!
English Level I
Kayla Bean
Amanda Bush
Courtney Carr
Molly Koslosky
Connor Lovell
Aubrey Luckeroth
Jonathan Malovich
English Level II
Shaylee Baum
Kayla Bean
Amanda Bush
Courtney Carr
Micaiah Culbertson
Jonathan Malovich
English Level III
Amanda Bush
English Level IV
Andie Jensen
Ranch II
Shaylee Baum
Ryleigh Carr
Hallie Carroll
Micaiah Culbertson
Jaynee Halverson
Jonathan Malovich
Coy Shoemaker
Bryana Tannehill
Western Level I
Caitlyn Anderson
Madison Buckridge
Amanda Bush
Hallie Carroll
Quirt Carroll
Blake Fabrizius
Tyne Killip
Molly Koslosky
Jonathan Malovich
Lanie Payton
Samuel Scanga
Coy Shoemaker
Sadie Smith
Bryana Tannehill
Savannah Vermeulen
Western Level II
Amanda Bush
Ryleigh Carr
Hallie Carroll
Micaiah Culbertson
Jonathan Malovich
Coy Shoemaker
Bryana Tannehill
Western Level III
Kassandra Shoemaker
Western Level IV
Andie Jensen
Ranch III
Kassandra Shoemaker
Any corrections to this list should be reported to Larry Hooker at the
Extension Office, 970-304-6535, ext. 2093.
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Weld County Beef Seminar
Weld County Extension and Weld County Livestock
Association is presenting a 2 annual Beef Cattle
Seminar on EPD’s or Indexing, Bovine Viral
Diarrhea Virus, Meat Cutting Demonstration and
a Niche Marketing segment. It will be held on
Saturday, February 21, 2015 in the Exhibition
Building, Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley, CO,
from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm (Check-in 9:00 am—
10:00 am). Go to www.weldextension.com, click on
Livestock Seminar/ Beef Cattle Seminar/Beef Cattle
Seminar Registration form, or call 970-304-6535 for
more information. Registration is due by Monday,
February 13, 2015. See you there!
Royalty Corner
Hi everyone, my name is Nicolle Conner and I am
the 2015 Weld County Fair Queen. I am from
Keenesburg, Colorado. I am a sophomore at Weld
Central High School. I am involved in volleyball
and FFA. I also, am a Secretary for my 4-H club,
Hudson Shamrocks. I enjoy showing and riding my
horses in different events. I am so greatly honored
to be this year’s Fair Queen and hope to bring much
honor to Weld County. In October, we got the
opportunity to attend the CAFS (Colorado Association of Fairs and Shows) Convention in Colorado
Springs. The two princesses and I had an amazing
and unforgettable time there! We had to make our
own poster, bring items to trade with others, and we
also got to go to the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. We
all got to socialize with many different people, and
learn about their fairs and rodeos. During this, we
also got to meet Miss Rodeo Colorado and Miss
Lady-in-waiting Colorado. We learned many things
that will help us all out during our reign as royalty,
such as team work, hurry up and wait, basic hat
care, hair and makeup basics, and getting ready on
the fly! The princesses, Amelia Hatch and Lauren
Weaber, got to be in a fashion show, which was a
bunch of fun. At the end of November, we got the
opportunity to have Greeley Hat Works sponsor all
three of us black hats. Which is incredibly
appreciated and I cannot wait to be able to wear
it with my tiara! I am super excited to be going to
National Western Stock Show this year and have
the opportunity to meet many different people. As
my year is just beginning to start, I am so very
thrilled for all the activities royalty get to be in. I
hope to see you at National Western Stock show!
2015 Weld County Fair Queen,
Nicolle Conner
County Fair
Attention All Youth Ambassadors
2015 Camping Space Reservations
The Weld County Sale Committee Youth Ambassador Program is a great
way to be involved and thank the people that make the sale happen. All
ages are welcome to apply to be a part of a prestigious service group that
makes a difference. 30 Youth Ambassadors will be selected from the
applicants.
Reservations for camping spaces for the 2015 Weld
County Fair will open up January 5, 2015. Due to
limited space, camping spaces will be assigned on a
first-come, first-served basis and must be paid in full
at the time of reservation. Having a specific
camping space in previous years does NOT
guarantee a space. When making reservations,
you must to know the ELECTRICAL AMPERAGE on
your camper/RV (30 or 50 amp) – Reservations
WILL NOT be made without this information.
Applications are available on the Weld County Fair website
www.weldcountyfair.com, then click on Junior Livestock Sale or at the
Extension Office.
Applications are due by May 29, 2015 in the Extension Office.
Attention Livestock Exhibitors
The following are changes that the Fair Board has approved for the
2015 Fair. Please read them carefully – they may affect you.
Any market animal is eligible for release between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm
the day of their specie show and can leave the grounds. Any animal that
does not leave in their specie release window (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm the day
of their specie show) must remain on the grounds until release time on
Sunday. All sale nominated, buy back and carcass contest animals must
remain until Monday. Any market Animal that leaves the grounds will not
be allowed to return.
Goat and Lamb set up day is Monday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm for tack and
bedding only. Goats may not arrive until Tuesday and Lambs may not
arrive until Wednesday. Please be aware that all Non Livestock 4-H and
FFA members will be bringing their projects to be judged.
Weld County 4-H
Newsletter
Is an official publication of
Colorado State University
Extension– Weld County 4-H
The publication is published 11 times per
year (July/August edition combined), is
mailed or e-mailed to all 4-H families and
is available on the Weld County Extension
website: www.weld4h.org
525 N. 15th Avenue
Greeley, Colorado 80631
(970) 304-6535
FAX (970) 351-0415
www.weld4h.org
Colorado State University Extension’s
programs are available to all without
discrimination. The information contained
herein is provided as a public service with
the understanding that Colorado State
University makes no warranties or
endorsements, either expressed or implied.
Colorado State University Extension, U.S.
Department of Agriculture and Colorado
counties cooperating.
January 2015
For your convenience and safety this year, camper
check in will be Friday, July 24th-Sunday, July 26th
ONLY. Check out will be after 5:00 pm on Sunday,
August 2nd (must be out by the morning of Tuesday,
August 4th). Campers will not be allowed to come in
and out throughout the week as in years past. Exact
time for check in will be announced at a later date.
Reservations will close June 30th, 2015 and no
spaces will be reserved thereafter. More information
and rates can be found online at
www.weldcountyfair.com on the homepage.
Reservations can be made beginning January 5th
with Jenn Eastwood at 970-304-6535 ext. 2069.
Please feel free to contact the editors at any time at (970) 304-6535. We are here
for you and welcome your comments and suggestions.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Markley Walsh
4-H Youth Agent
mwalsh@co.weld.co.us
Extension 2086
Larry Hooker
4-H Youth Agent/Livestock
lhooker@co.weld.co.us
Extension 2093
Keith Maxey
Director/Livestock Agent
kmaxey@co.weld.co.us
Extension 2075
Any mention of company names and/or products doesn't imply an endorsement of those entities
or their services nor does it imply a criticism of their competitors and products. Items mentioned
are strictly for educational purposes only.
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Master Calendar
March
January
1-2
Weld County Extension Office Closed
1
Last Day to Enroll in 4-H
2-4
Shooting Sports Certification Leader Training,
Lincoln County
1
Project Add/Drop Deadline
1
Dairy Heifer Replacement Form Due to EO
2
Weld County 4-H Scholarships due in EO
2
Western Region Forum, 7:30 - 9:00 pm, EO
6
Registration is due for LDC in EO
6
Leaders Council, 7 pm, EO
6
Youth Executive Council, 7 pm, 4-H
7
Shooting Sports Council, 7 pm, EB
3
Leaders Council, 7 pm, EO
10
Dog and Cat Vaccine Clinic, 8—11 am, EB
3
Youth Executive Council, 7 pm, 4-H
15
4-H Re-Enrollments due to Club Leaders
4
Shooting Sports Council, 7 pm, EB
7
Shooting Sports Safety Day, 8 am—1 pm, EB
7
Speech Arts Contest
7
Livestock Field Day, The Ranch, Loveland
21
Dog Sport Day, EB
10-25 National Western Stock Show, Denver
19
Re-enrollment check list and enrollment fees due
to EO from Organizational Leaders
23-25 Leadership Development Conference, Denver
27
Western Region Forum, 7:30 - 9:00 pm, EO
27-29 Colorado Farm Show, Greeley
30
Last day to sign up for Youth Fest
27-29 Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training,
Pueblo County
27-29 Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training,
Mesa County
February
April
3
Leaders Council, 7 pm, EO
3
Youth Executive Council, 7 pm, 4-H
2
Shooting Sports Council, 7 pm, EB
3
Officer Training, 6:30 pm, 4-H
4
4
Shooting Sports Parents Night, 7 pm, EO
Shooting Sports Safety Day, 8 am—1 pm,
Southeast Weld Fairgrounds, Keenesburg
6-8
Youth Fest, Larkspur, CO
7
Leaders Council, 7 pm, EO
6-8
Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training,
La Plata County
7
Youth Executive Council, 7 pm, 4-H
7
Market Beef ID Day, 8 am - 2 pm, Producers,
Greeley
12
Western Region Forum, 7:30 - 9:00 pm, EO
16
Weld County Extension Office Closed
19
4-H 101, 6 pm, 4-H
23
Horse Project Night, 7 pm, 4-H
27- Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training,
Mar 1 Weld County
10-12 Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training,
Grand County
18
Babysitter Training, 9 am—4 pm, Outrider Building
24-26 Goat Extravaganza, LB, 4-H, EB
Due to the many events scheduled at Island Grove and
through our 4-H program, locations, dates, & times are
subject to change. Please CHECK THE WEBSITE
(www.weld4h.org) regularly for the most up to date &
accurate information!
Guide to Location Codes
Island Grove Park is 525 N. 15th Avenue, Greeley
4-H = 4-H Building, Island Grove Park
EO = Extension Office, Island Grove Park
EB = Exhibition Building, Island Grove Park
14
BH = Bunkhouse, Island Grove Park
LB = Livestock Barn, Island Grove Park