2020

Equine Quality Assurance Reminder

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Horse Quality Assurance Designations

All members attending the Knox County Junior Fair with their horse and/or other species will need to complete at least one Quality Assurance session for 2020 in order to be eligible to show at the fair this year (plus other criteria).

  • 1stYear horse exhibitors with only a horse will need to complete a Horse QA session
  • 1stYear horse exhibitors with a horse and a market animal will need to complete a Horse QA session and a Livestock QA session
  • Youth will only a horse (2ndyear+) will need to a complete a Horse QA session
  • Youth will a horse (2ndyear+) and a market animal will need to complete a Livestock QA session

Horse Quality Assurance –test out for horse exhibitors 15 years old and older has been postponed until 2021

Horse QA will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Monday, May 11 –7 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 16 –10 a.m.
  • Thursday, May 21 –6 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcohorseqareg to sign up for the session they would like. Each session will be limited to 30 members.

Livestock Quality Assurance Reminder

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Livestock Quality Assurance –three options for 2020 completion

For 2020 ONLY, YQCA Online Training: ODA has allowed livestock exhibitors (ages 8-19) to utilize the YQCA online training modules to fulfill the requirements of Quality Assurance. There is a cost ($12) to each exhibitor that would like to utilize this option in order to complete their certification. It is payable online by credit card after the member has successfully completed the training and test. In order to gain access, please email Andrea atrees.139@osu.edufor her to send the instructions on how to log on and complete this process. After completion, another email to Andrea will be required with the certification number for her to mark your Quality Assurance as complete for 2020. This will only count for 2020 and there is no multi-year test-out option.

Zoom Training Sessions: This option would allow members to register to attend an online Zoom meeting, during which QA training materials would be presented. Sessions would be limited to a total of 40 members, but we will have multiple sessions available at various times.

Livestock Quality Assurance will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Monday, May 11 –4 p.m.
  • Friday, May 15 –4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 19 –5 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 23 –10 a.m.
  • Wednesday, May 27 –5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 2 –6 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 11 –2 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcolivestockqareg to sign up for the session they would like. Each session will be limited to 40 members.

Livestock Quality Assurance Online Test Out: This option will be for youth that are ages 15 and older. This would be a test-out for the remainder of their 4-H/FFA career (multi-year certification) just like Andrea offers at the end of regularly attended QA session. Members would register for a test-out session and be allowed to attempt the test only one time. Should they not pass the test, they would be required to complete one of the other training options. Instructions for this option will coming soon.

Livestock Quality Assurance Test Out will be offered on the following dates:

  • Monday, June 1 –3 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 3 –3 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 –10 a.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 –2 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcoqatestout to sign up for the session they would like. Each session will be limited to 16 members.

 

2020 4-H & Junior Fair Equine Update

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Knox County 4-H Equine Update

Equine Paperwork

The 2020 Equine Packet has been uploaded to a folder in a location called BuckeyeBox.  All volunteers have been given access to this folder.  As families have inquired, Andrea has also given them permission to access.  If you would like access, please email Andrea so she can share the folder with you.

Forms due by May 5 at 7 p.m.

  • 2020 Horse Identification paper(s) with picture
  • 2020 Permission to Participate
  • 2020 PAS Form with 2020 OSF Show Schedule attached with classes highlighted you want to be considered for
  • 2020 Horse Lease Agreement (if applicable)

Forms can be turned in by the following methods:

Performance Against Standards (PAS) Show

Dr. Kim Cole and Ohio State Fair have lifted the ruling that youth need to qualify at the county level in order to participate at the Ohio State Fair Junior Fair Horse show for 2020 only.  Lauren and Andrea are putting together a county requirement that youth will have to pass for Andrea to sign off on your OSF entry.  In order to even be considered for the Ohio State Fair, youth must still turn in their PAS form by the deadline like in years past.  More information will be coming soon.

1st Year Equine Clinic

Due to the restrictions that have been put in place, the 1st Year Equine Clinic will not happen for 2020.  Youth who are in their first year must attend a Horse Quality Assurance session this year to meet the requirements for attending the Knox County Junior Fair.

Horse Quality Assurance

All members attending the Knox County Junior Fair with their horse and/or other species will need to complete at least one Quality Assurance session for 2020 in order to be eligible to show at the fair this year (plus other criteria).

  • 1st Year horse exhibitors with only a horse will need to complete a Horse QA session
  • 1st Year horse exhibitors with a horse and a market animal will need to complete a Horse QA session and a Livestock QA session
  • Youth will only a horse (2nd year+) will need to a complete a Horse QA session
  • Youth will a horse (2nd year+) and a market animal will need to complete a Livestock QA session

Horse Quality Assurance – test out for horse exhibitors 15 years old and older has been postponed until 2021

Horse QA will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, April 29 – 1 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 5 – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, May 8 – 4 p.m.
  • Monday, May 11 – 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 16 – 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, May 21 – 6 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcohorseqareg to sign up for the session they would like.  Each session will be limited to 20 members.

Livestock Quality Assurance

Livestock QA will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Thursday, April 30 – 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 2 – 1 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 6 – 6 p.m.
  • Monday, May 11 – 4 p.m.
  • Friday, May 15 – 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 19 – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 23 – 10 a.m.
  • Wednesday, May 27 – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 2 – 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 11 – 2 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcolivestockqareg to sign up for the session they would like.  Each session will be limited to 40 members.

Livestock Quality Assurance Test Out

This option will be available to youth exhibitors (non-equine) 15 years old and older as of January 1.  It will be offered during a Zoom session that will be hosted through OSU.  The test out dates will be:

  • Monday, June 1 – 3 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 3 – 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 – 10 a.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 – 2 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcoqatestout to sign up for the session they would like.  Each session will be limited to 16 members.

Knox Junior Equine Update

Ride-Outs

Per OSU Extension, 4-H clubs are not allowed to meet face to face until after July 6.  Lauren has put together a Google Sheet for families to sign up to go to fairgrounds and get riding time once the Stay at Home order is lifted. The example sheet is posted in BuckeyeBox and was attached in an email all volunteers received on April 14.  Lauren will not take names, times or so on until ban is lifted! The sign ups will close the night before and a master will be posted on the Facebook page.

Virtual Horse Shows

The virtual horse shows have started. Lauren will post a pattern on the Equine Committee Facebook page. Please comment your pattern and email. Pointers, judges’ cards so on so forth will be sent to that email. Participants will be in the running for a drawing during fair week for a prize. One entry per submitted pattern.

Fence Contracts

Please work on fence contracts. We are changing it to 4 years for anyone who renews or signs up on a 2020 fence contract. Still $100.00.

Facebook

Lauren will be utilizing the Facebook page even more to post schedules, class sign ups, patterns, box stall requests, last ride, national anthem sign ups so on and so forth. They can be turned in at anytime to Lauren Smith at 5880 Possum Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050 or by email, phone pictures in text, messenger on mine or equine page. Paper version you want to hand to me will be due by July 14th. If sending over text or email, please make sure to tell me your name so I know who I’m getting it from. Contact information at bottom.

Junior Fair Paperwork

All the following paperwork can be found in an email that Lauren sent out on April 14 or it is uploaded to the Horse BuckeyeBox folder.  If you need access, please contact Andrea

  • 2020 Fair Week Bunkhouse Duty
  • 2020 Box Stall Request – Due by July 7
  • 2020 Fair Week National Anthem – Due by June 2
  • 2020 Last Ride – Due by July 7
  • 2020 Pre-Fair Sign-Up
  • 2020 Club Line Up – Due to Tami Vaughn by July 24
  • 2020 Family Arena Time

2020 Horse Quality Assurance Update

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Horse Quality Assurance Designations

All members attending the Knox County Junior Fair with their horse and/or other species will need to complete at least one Quality Assurance session for 2020 in order to be eligible to show at the fair this year (plus other criteria).

  • 1st Year horse exhibitors with only a horse will need to complete a Horse QA session
  • 1st Year horse exhibitors with a horse and a market animal will need to complete a Horse QA session and a Livestock QA session
  • Youth will only a horse (2nd year+) will need to a complete a Horse QA session
  • Youth will a horse (2nd year+) and a market animal will need to complete a Livestock QA session

Horse Quality Assurance – test out for horse exhibitors 15 years old and older has been postponed until 2021

Horse QA will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, April 29 – 1 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 5 – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, May 8 – 4 p.m.
  • Monday, May 11 – 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 16 – 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, May 21 – 6 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcohorseqareg to sign up for the session they would like.  Each session will be limited to 30 members.

2020 Livestock Quality Assurance Update

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Livestock Quality Assurance – three options for 2020 completion

 

For 2020 ONLY, YQCA Online Training: ODA has allowed livestock exhibitors (ages 8-19) to utilize the YQCA online training modules to fulfill the requirements of Quality Assurance. There is a cost ($12) to each exhibitor that would like to utilize this option in order to complete their certification. It is payable online by credit card after the member has successfully completed the training and test. In order to gain access, please email Andrea at rees.139@osu.edu for her to send the instructions on how to log on and complete this process.  After completion, another email to Andrea will be required with the certification number for her to mark your Quality Assurance as complete for 2020.  This will only count for 2020 and there is no multi-year test-out option.

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Zoom Training Sessions: This option would allow members to register to attend an online Zoom meeting, during which QA training materials would be presented. Sessions would be limited to a total of 40 members, but we will have multiple sessions available at various times.

Livestock Quality Assurance will be offered by Zoom on the following dates:

  • Thursday, April 30 – 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 2 – 1 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 6 – 6 p.m.
  • Monday, May 11 – 4 p.m.
  • Friday, May 15 – 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 19 – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 23 – 10 a.m.
  • Wednesday, May 27 – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 2 – 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 11 – 2 p.m.
  • Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcolivestockqareg to sign up for the session they would like. Each session will be limited to 40 members.

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Livestock Quality Assurance Online Test Out: This option will be for youth that are ages 15 and older. This would be a test-out for the remainder of their 4-H/FFA career (multi-year certification) just like Andrea offers at the end of regularly attended QA session. Members would register for a test-out session and be allowed to attempt the test only one time. Should they not pass the test, they would be required to complete one of the other training options. Instructions for this option will coming soon.

Livestock Quality Assurance Test Out will be offered on the following dates:

  • Monday, June 1 – 3 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 3 – 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 – 10 a.m.
  • Saturday, June 6 – 2 p.m.

Youth members will need to access the following survey: https://go.osu.edu/knoxcoqatestout to sign up for the session they would like.  Each session will be limited to 16 members.

 

Flyer: Quality Assurance Update – April 23

Perfect Stay-at-Home Projects

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Free Downloads: Want to dig in to a 4-H project that’s a good match for staying at home? See our collection of Perfect Stay-at-Home Projects on the Ohio 4-H website at https://ohio4h.org/stayathomeprojects. When a copy opens on your screen, you can save or print it from there.

91 Discovering 4-H (B) 409 Sew Fun (B) 496 My Favorite Things (B)
Discovering 4-H cover Sew Fun cover My Favorite Things cover
ABOUT 4-H This project book is for young first-year members and others who want to discover and explore the broad array of topics offered by 4-H. Any member in need of an easy-to-read, easy-to-use introduction to animals, health, food and nutrition, nature, insects, plants and soils, machines and tools, recreation, and clothing benefits from doing this project, which is easily completed in one year. 2018. CLOTHING AND TEXTILE SCIENCE This project will have you sewing in no time! Members of any age learn basic sewing skills with an easy introductory project—fully elastic-waisted skirt, shorts, pants, or capris. This project can be repeated it, but good next projects are 413 Sundresses and Jumpers and 419 Terrific Tops. 2017. CREATIVE AND LEISURE ARTS / COLLECTING Are you interested in creating a personal collection? Want to take a collection you already have to the next level? Learn about various types of collections, the ins and outs of the collecting process, and how to best display your items. For members of all ages. 2014.
588 The Writer in You (I) 592 Get Started in Art (X) 442 Family History Treasure Hunt (X)
The Writer in You cover Get Started in Art cover Family History Treasure Hunt cover
CREATIVE AND LEISURE ARTS / WRITING Find the motivation you need to start or continue your exploration of the art of writing. Explore why to write, where to get ideas, theme, character, plot and setting, word choice, imagery and dialogue. Keep it all in one place to create a portfolio each year. 2016. CREATIVE ARTS / FINE ARTS Explore the basic elements of visual art through activities on color, line, space, balance, and more, and then complete your own work of art. Ceramics, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, design, and crafts are all possibilities. Appropriate for members of all skill levels and ages. 2012. CREATIVE ARTS/GENEALOGY This  project book guides you through 6 years of activities! Discover your family history as you go on a treasure hunt for jewels of information such as interesting relatives, special events, and curious stories. The records you create will last a lifetime. 2018.
459 Let’s Start Cooking (B) 462 Yeast Breads on the Rise (A) 485 Racing the Clock to Awesome Meals (I)
Let's Start Cooking cover Yeast Breads on the Rise cover Racing the Clock to Awesome Meals cover
FOOD AND NUTRITION This project takes a fresh look at basic cooking and baking skills. You’ll learn about kitchen equipment and food prep, and how to read recipes and measure ingredients. Then you’ll tackle how to slice and dice food, and how to cook in a microwave oven, on the stove, and in a conventional oven—all while keeping safety in mind. 2015. FOOD AND NUTRITION Master the art of baking delicious yeast breads. Learn the principles of yeast bread preparation, and learn how mixing techniques and ingredients determine product character and quality. 2016. FOOD AND NUTRITION With a focus on the knowledge and skills needed to prepare quick, nutritious, low-cost meals, this project builds on basic food preparation skills so you can tackle difficult recipes while being creative with ingredients. The 7 activities and related recipes can easily be completed in one year. 2010.
359 Your Thoughts Matter (A) 405 The Laundry Project  (B) 491 It’s My Home (B)
Your Thoughts Matter cover The Laundry Project cover It's My Home cover
HEALTHY LIVING What does mental health really mean? How many people are affected by mental health issues such as anxiety and depression? Be part of the solution by learning the answers to those questions and more. Intended for advanced-level youth who are interested in learning more about mental health, why it is important to overall well-being, and steps that promote understanding and action. This project is not intended as a resource for those in crisis. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, please seek adult or professional help immediately. 2018. HOME LIVING Everyone loves clean laundry but how do you do it? Learn about laundry machines and products, how to be environmentally friendly in the laundry room, and how to sort and clean laundry items. Experiment how heat affects different types of fibers too! For members of all ages with no experience in doing laundry. 2015. HOME LIVING You can be a big contributor to your household in so many ways. Why not do so AND keep your own sense of style? This project covers basic design elements, organization, upcycling, and service learning. All the activities can be done with your excellent decision making, good taste, and big heart. 2018.
375 Leadership Road Trip: Where Are You Going? (B) 376 Pantry Panic (A) 611 Explore the Outdoors (B)
Leadership Road trip cover Pantry Panic cover Explore the Outdoors cover
LEADERSHIP AND CITIZENSHIP Are you interested in learning about what it takes to become a good leader? Begin your leadership adventure by answering questions about yourself and the people close to you, by setting goals, by practicing communication, and by making a commitment to lead. Intended for youth old enough to explore the nature of leadership. 2013. LEADERSHIP AND CITIZENSHIP This advanced-level project is for community-minded youth who want to take a step back and look at “food insecurity,” an issue affecting much of the world’s population and many people right here in our own communities. Develop the skill and imagination to prepare healthful meals from ingredients you have on hand or might receive from a food pantry. Consider it a challenge! 2014. NATURAL RESOURCES This project opens your eyes to the great outdoors, so get your backpack and field guides ready. The first activity shows how to prepare for an outdoor adventure so you can explore the woodlands, fields, wetlands, and the geology of Ohio. Once you see nature with new appreciation, you’ll want to learn more! For youth of all ages interested in Ohio’s wildlife and ecosystems. 2016.
621 Ohio Birds (X) 493 Science Fun with Kitchen Chemistry (B) 540 Not Just Knots (X)
Ohio Birds cover Science Fun with Kitchen Chemistry cover Not Just Knots cover
NATURAL RESOURCES / THE NATURAL WORLD Observe and identify birds with bird feeders in your yard and on field trips to see the many benefits our feathered friends provide. This project book is intended to be used for two years. 2013. STEM/CHEMISTRY Join the Terrestrial Alien Defense Academy and figure out how to outsmart the aliens by doing experiments in your kitchen. Learn about what matter is and how it changes form; explore the different properties of matter; find out about acids and bases; and discover how everyday items and kitchen ingredients can be used in cool tests! 2014. STEM / KNOTS Learn to make 14 different simple knots, bends, and hitches. Remember what they say—practice, practice, practice! Then show what you have learned with a capstone project of your choosing. Sample capstone projects are available at ohio4h.org/knots. 2016.
173 Horseless Horse (B) 500 Science Fun with Physics (B)
Horseless Horse cover Science Fun with Physics cover
ANIMAL SCIENCES/HORSES Learn about horses without owning one. over 20 different horse-related subjects are covered in easy-to-use worksheets. Written for the beginner but suitable for members of all ages. 2016. STEM/PHYSICS Let your inner scientist uncover the mysteries of physics at play in daily life. The amazing magician Franco Newtoni is your guide as you try each experiment. You’ll see the forces of nature, energy, and the power of physics at work–or is it magic? 2015.

PROJECT SKILL LEVEL
Projects above are listed by code, title, and skill level. Skill levels for projects are defined as follows:
All Levels (X)—A project appropriate for all skill and age levels.
Beginning (B)—A beginning-level project for members with little or no experience in a project area, or 8 to 10 year olds.
Intermediate (I)—An intermediate-level project for members with some experience in a project area, or 11 to 13 year olds.
Advanced (A)—An advanced-level project for members with a lot of experience in a project area, or 14 or older. County fairs and the state fair often have age requirements that are different than those for project enrollment. When participating in a fair event, be sure to review the related guidelines.

Stay at home and stay healthy, 4-H’ers! (For accessible formats of these publications, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.)

Knox County 4-H Updates for April 13, 2020

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Jana and I have put together some updates in a few areas that I am sure you and your families have been wondering about.  The topics that are covered are:

  • Enrollment
  • 4-H Club Meetings
  • Project Books
  • 4-H Camp
  • Still Project Judging
  • 4-H Horse Paperwork
  • Quality Assurance

More specific Junior Fair details will be forth coming once more concrete decisions are made.

Please let us know if you have questions or concerns.

Update: COVID 19 Update April 13 – KC 4-H

 

Adding Animal Information into your 4HOnline Profile

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Andrea has put together a short video on how to utilize the Animals/Livestock tab in your 4HOnline profile.  This can be used by all animal projects that are exhibited at the fair: market and breeding.  This also gives you the capability to add pictures of your animals and upload any appropriate paperwork that might be required.  The information that you input in this system will roll over to the FairEntry system in June for you.

Please follow this link to watch the video: