Clermont County Junior Fair will only be tagging feeder beef, breeding heifers and hogs this year for the fair. The exhibitors are asked to tag their own projects before coming to the fair. We will be using leftover old tags that say CCJFB not the electronic tags. If your animal already has an EID tag, you will not need to re-tag. We will use that number. We are asking Club Advisors to pick up tags for their clubs on Saturday at the fairgrounds from 9:00am to 11:00am. If you need help tagging please contact Kim (kimyhill70@gmail.com) or Penny (pchurchfarm@gmail.com).
4-H Youth Development
Horse Safety & Ethics
Winning 4-H Plans Due
Accommodations can be made for youth with disabilities through our Winning 4-H Plan. This form must be completed by the member’s parent/guardian and submitted to their county 4-H professional. A 4-H professional will contact the parent/guardian to arrange a meeting to discuss the request in more detail. To make an accommodation request, complete the Winnng 4-H Plan Request Form (link below). Email your plans to Kelly Royalty at royalty.9@osu.edu. ALL plans must be received by 4:00pm Friday, July 10.
Winning 4-H Plan Request Form – two options:
Print and Write – print this form, handwrite your responses, then send
PDF Fillable – open this form, type your responses, then print and send
Livestock Opportunities for 2020
Clermont County Cattlemen’s Born & Raised Show. Was your feeder calf or heifer born in Clermont County? If so, click to enter the CBR Show. If any patents, siblings or supporters want to order an annual cattlemen’s show shirt, please follow the same link by July 3. There will not be any extra for sale at the show. Entries are due July 3.
The Clermont County Goat Born and Raised Show. Click for the link to the Clermont County Meat Goat forms. Forms and payment are due by July 10.
The Clermont County Pork Producers are asking each Breeder to please reach out to your buyers to pre-register them for the County Born and Raised Show. The entry fee is $10 per exhibitor and they will receive a t-shirt to wear the day of the show. Please bring your information and entry fees to our July meeting. If there are any questions, contact Angie Leach @ 513-685-2246.
The Ohio Youth Livestock Expo is being hosted July 25-August 18 by a group of volunteers with shows for beef, sheep, swine, and boer goats. The Expo is perfect for junior exhibitors who are looking for a state-wide, competitive show for their livestock projects. For full details, schedule, eligibility, and entry information, go to www.theoyle.com. Entries are due July 10.
Ohio 4-H Project Showcase
We know you work hard on your 4-H projects, so share those efforts! This summer we invite 4-H members in good standing to submit a photo of themselves with their 4-H project for display in an online project showcase. You’ll be asked to share what you liked about the project and one new thing you learned. Parents will also need to sign their approval for youth to participate.
Here’s more:
- Select your favorite project – one per person
- Send a great photo – at least 2 MB
- Photos will be display after September 8, at ohio4h.org
Submit your photos by August 15 at go.osu.edu/4H2020Showcase. Questions? Contact Sarah Longo at longo.79@osu.edu.
Ohio State Fair Skillathon Schedule
Dates/times, rules, and registration for Ohio Youth Skillathons are now online at: https://ohio4h.org/animalsciences/ohio-youth-skillathons
Registration is due by JULY 15th, 2020.
- Register by visiting: www.go.osu.edu/skillathonregistration
- All exhibitors with need an email address specific to that exhibitor that can be used as your log-in credential (this is also where the first-time registration will be)
Homemade Guacamole
Whether it is a new recipe for Taco Tuesday, a mid-day snack, or something to take to your next cookout, Guacamole will make every plate feel a little more festive. It is a refreshing, healthy, and an easy way to add some vegetables to your day. Check it out at CelebrateYourPlate.gov
Add More Vegetables to Your Day!
Vegetables are low-calorie foods that provide us with nutrients that our bodies need. If you want to increase the amount of vegetables you eat (recommended amount is 2.5 – 3 cups/day), check out this 10-tip article from ChooseMyPlate called Add More Vegetables to Your Day.
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/ten-tips-add-more-vegetables-to-your-day
We’re looking for youth Dandelion Detectives!
Dandelion Detectives is a STEM activity targeting 3-7 graders where participants work together to measure the value of weeds for insects. Dandelion Detectives will take place over the summer of 2020 and participants can be located in Ohio or surrounding midwestern states.
The Dandelion Detectives project can be completed in one day of your choice (June-August) and involves: taking a pre and post questionnaire about insects; observing insects at an “Observation Dandelion” created using simple provided materials and sugar water mixture; and conducting a lawn weed survey. Participating Dandelion Detectives will be able to upload their findings to a project website. At the end of the project, students will receive a “Student Scientist” certificate and will have access to all of the data collected by the project team!
Toolkits containing all materials to participate in Dandelion Detectives can be ordered for $10 (to cover shipping fees) at this link.
We also offer a do-it-yourself option here.
To sign up for Dandelion Detectives or for more information, visit this website: https://u.osu.edu/dandeliondetectives/
Contact the DD team with any questions: dandeliondetectives@gmail.com
4-H World Changers
Another SPIN Club opportunity…It’s about STEM, leadership, and learning the skills to…change the world!
This program is designed for middle & high school girls, but everyone who has an interest in STEM, coding, and making a positive impact in their community is welcome!
Register today, classes begin Wednesday, July 1!
Find out more and register at go.osu.edu/