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STEM Day was out of this World

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Our final STEM Day of the year had a great turn out! We had 24 Cloverbuds, all of which showed their excitement upon arrival. The theme for the June STEM Day was Space. Each Junior Leader was able to plan and lead an activity. The picture collage shows the Cloverbuds engaging with the Junior Leaders and Older Youth in Training at each of the different stations. The stations were Galaxy in a Bottle, Fizzing Moon Rocks, and Phases of the Moon. Each Junior Leader led their own activity, and the Older Youth in Training led the Cloverbuds around to each of their stations. To conclude the event, the Cloverbuds ate Rocket Ship Kabobs with strawberries, blueberries, and marshmallows. Thank you to all the participants, Junior Leaders, and Older Youth in Training that made this event possible!

Ractopamine

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We know it seems like forever ago, but there is still a concern about Ractopamine products in the show swine industry. However, we have the materials you need to be prepared for this year’s fair. Located on our county website are several documents that help explain what Ractopamine is, how to provide good nutrition practices, and two forms that declare non-use of the products containing Ractopamine.

One form is for the producer to complete (who you purchased your hogs from). The other form is for the parent or guardian to complete upon arrival to fair. If you raised your own hogs, you just need to complete the parent or guardian form. All materials can be found at this link: https://morgan.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/morgan-county-fair under Swine Materials.

If you have any questions, please contact the OSU Extension office at 740-962-4854.

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Cloverbud STEM Day- June

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Cloverbud STEM Day

Cloverbuds explore a variety of topics related to health, environment, community, and STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The Cloverbud program provides an excellent opportunity for each individual to reach his/her highest potential because early life experiences affect future development. Cloverbud STEM day includes activities led by older youth in the county.

The program is Monday, June 6th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Morgan County fairgrounds (Multipurpose Building). The theme for this Cloverbud STEM Day is “Space” which includes all things related to planets, the moon, and rockets. There is a $5 per participant fee for materials and payments are accepted up until the day of the event (cash/check).

Space is limited to 18 due to our low numbers of older youth. Make sure to complete your registration by June 1st to allow enough time for staff and activity leaders to prepare and gather supplies.

To register follow this link: https://go.osu.edu/cbstem2022

Poultry Biosecurity: From the Backyard to the 4-H Project Webinar

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Whether you raise poultry in your backyard, as a hobby, or as a 4-H project, biosecurity should be one of your top priorities. In light of recent cases of HPAI, or Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, it is important to have a plan in place should any flock health issues arise.

This webinar will discuss biosecurity and health management practices for backyard flocks and 4-H poultry projects, and how to apply those practices to some of the more common poultry diseases.

Date: Tuesday May 31st

Time: 6:30 PM

Speaker: Tim McDermott, DVM, Franklin County Extension

To register, visit https://go.osu.edu/poultrybio22

More resources; Ohio Poultry Association, go.osu.edu/ohbackyardflocks and USDA Defend the Flock, go.osu.edu/usdadefend 

 

4-H Project Add/Drop/Change

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The Add/Drop/Change  deadline is approaching. 4-H members that completed their enrollment by April 1st are able to Add, Drop, or Change 4-H projects until May 15th, 2022. Please stop by the Extension Office to fill out the form. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.

If you have any questions, call the office at (740) 962-4854.

QA Test Out Date

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The upcoming Quality Assurance test out option will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 5:00 – 6:30pm in the Riecker Building, room 325. This is completely optional. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! The registration will close at 12:00 pm on Thursday, April 28th. This option allows for 12–14-year-old and 15–18-year-old 4-H and FFA members test out of their annual quality assurance program. Youth ages 12-14 who pass the QA test can test out of their annual QA program for up to 3 years. Youth ages 15-18 years who pass the QA test can test out of their annual QA program permanently. These ages are as of January 1, 2022 – a youth’s 4-H age.Youth must receive a score of 70% or higher to pass. Youth are only allowed to take the exam once. If they do not pass the first time, they must sit through a QA session for the current year and then can return the next year to try the exam again. The Extension office will notify youth of their QA status and will keep all exams. If you have any questions, contact the OSU Extension office at 740-962-4854.
Registration link: https://go.osu.edu/qatesting

Cloverbud STEM Day Recap!

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Our first STEM Day of the year had a great turn out! We had 24 Cloverbuds, all of which showed their excitement upon arrival. The theme for the April STEM Day was “The Month of April”. Each Junior Leader was able to plan and lead an activity. We had activities for Easter, Earth Day, and April Fools. The picture collage shows the Cloverbuds engaging with the Junior Leaders and Older Youth in Training at each of the 4 different stations. One of the stations was Easter egg dying with whipped cream and food coloring. We had a station that focused on Earth Day, what it was, and why it was important. The Cloverbuds enjoyed planting their own marigold seed at this station. Another station combined Easter and Earth Day. We had a rabbit available for the children to interact with and ask questions. At that same station we introduced recycling and garbage and focused on what items can be recycled. The final station included some April Fools jokes. We created a fortune teller out of paper and told jokes with it. At this station they also did a STEM related hopscotch course which focused on physical activity. Each Junior Leader led their own activity, and the Older Youth in Training led the Cloverbuds around to each of their stations. To conclude the event, the Cloverbuds made dirt pudding for their snack, this helped represent Earth Day. SNAP- ed Program Assistant, Sophia Whisman, talked about MyPlate and did a small activity focusing on healthy snack options compared to others.  The Junior Leaders are working on planning activities for the next STEM Day. If you were unable to attend the event this time, be on the lookout for the registration for the June 6th Cloverbud STEM Day. Registration will become available in late May! Thank you to all the participants, Junior Leaders, and Older Youth in Training that made this event possible. We look forward to seeing you at our next STEM Day!

QA Test Out Date

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The upcoming Quality Assurance test out option will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 5:00 – 6:30pm in the Riecker Building, room 325. This is completely optional. This option allows for 12–14-year-old and 15–18-year-old 4-H and FFA members test out of their annual quality assurance program. Youth ages 12-14 who pass the QA test can test out of their annual QA program for up to 3 years. Youth ages 15-18 years who pass the QA test can test out of their annual QA program permanently. These ages are as of January 1, 2022 – a youth’s 4-H age.Youth must receive a score of 70% or higher to pass. Youth are only allowed to take the exam once. If they do not pass the first time, they must sit through a QA session for the current year and then can return the next year to try the exam again. The Extension office will notify youth of their QA status and will keep all exams. If you have any questions, contact the OSU Extension office at 740-962-4854.
Registration link: https://go.osu.edu/qatesting

Cloverbud STEM Day

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Cloverbuds explore a variety of topics related to health, environment, community, and STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The Cloverbud program provides an excellent opportunity for each individual to reach his/her highest potential because early life experiences affect future development. Cloverbud STEM day includes activities led by older youth in the county. The first program is Monday, April 18th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Morgan County fairgrounds (Multipurpose Building). The theme for this Cloverbud STEM Day is “the month of April” which includes all things related to earth day, April fools, spring, and Easter. There is a $5 per participant fee for materials and payments are accepted up until the day of the event (cash/check). Space is limited to 18 participants due to our low numbers of older youth. Make sure to complete your registration by April 11th to allow enough time for staff and activity leaders to prepare and gather supplies.
 
Registration Link: https://go.osu.edu/cbstem

4-H Enrollment Deadline

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The deadline for 4-H enrollment in quickly approaching!

The Morgan County 4-H enrollment deadline is April 1st!

Program Eligibility Reminders:

4-H has opportunities for youth ages 5-18! Morgan County offers both a Cloverbud Program and a 4-H Club Program following Ohio 4-H guidelines. Membership eligibility for the Cloverbud Program begins when a child has reached age 5 AND is enrolled in kindergarten as of January 1st of the current year; membership for the 4-H Club Program begins when a child is at least 8 AND enrolled in 3rd grade as of January 1st of the current year. Ohio 4-H membership eligibility ends December 31st of the year in which an individual attains the age of 19.

If you don’t remember your email for your account, please contact the office at 740-962-4854. If you forgot your password, be sure to select “reset password”. If you need to view the step by step instructions for 4honline, here is our county website page: CLICK HERE. Otherwise, visit https://v2.4honline.com to login to your account and begin your 4-H enrollment!