4-H Camp Funds New Shelter House

March 1, 2020, Tar Hollow 4-H Camps launched what they hoped to be a successful 31-day fundraising campaign to raise $40,000 for a new shelter house and restroom at Tar Hollow State Park. A short 10 days later they put the campaign on hold as the world came screeching to a halt at the onset of Covid-19.

Although delayed, the group was surprised to find a passion for the project from longstanding 4-H alumni and friends who have managed to fund the project despite the obvious pandemic obstacles. Approaching two years later, the project is funded, plans are drafted, and approval through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is in progress. The hope is to have a new shelter house built next spring to be used by camp residents starting in summer 2022. This ambitious project would not have been possible without heavy lifting from our community of financial supporters.

This 48” x 36” shelter house meets a need for an additional large, covered space to run small and large group programming with campers on the hottest and rainiest days. It will be built in a large open field beyond the existing campfire circle. In addition to the shelter house, a small waterless toilet will be constructed for ease of access despite the more remote location.

Since 1938, Tar Hollow 4-H Camp has been held for six weeks annually in the hills of the resident camp at Tar Hollow State Park, and hosts youth from Athens, Fairfield, Pickaway, and Ross County 4-H programs. The camp is run by the non-profit board Ross-Hocking Extension Camp Association comprised of staff and volunteers from each of the county 4-H programs. Tar Hollow 4-H Camps would not be actively engaging over 1,000 kids each summer without the steadfast support of our community members through service, donations, and trust.

For more information about attending a county 4-H camp, contact your county Extension office. To donate to Tar Hollow 4-H camp programming and continued improvements, donors can send funds to OSU Extension Pickaway County, 110 Island Road, Suite B, Circleville, OH 43113. Checks should be made out to The Ohio State University and include “Tar Hollow Support Fund 316857” in the memo.

By: Katie Wells, 4-H Educator, Ross County

Ohio 4-H Achievement Form Coaching – November 7th

On November 7, 2021, the Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council will be hosting their second Achievement Form Workshop from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center!

This workshop is specifically for those teens who have already started/previously completed their Achievement Record Form and would like feedback. Teens who RSVP will receive individualized coaching from individuals who are experienced and have had success in submitting their Achievement Record at the state level.

Those interested in attending should RSVP by November 4 at go.osu.edu/AchForm2021. This session will only be hosted in person and will not be recorded.

 

Cloverbud Connections: Cloverbuds and Mental Health

When it comes to taking care of our children, it is easy to identify their basic physical needs: food, clothing, and shelter.  What children need to satisfy their mental and emotional needs may be less obvious.  Why is mental health important?  Good mental health enables our children to develop their emotional and social skills and to develop other critical life skills. Read more on the latest post on the Ohio 4-H Cloverbud Connections Blog: Cloverbuds and Mental Health.

Companion Animal Costume Contest Winners

Congratulations to those members who participated in the Companion Animal Costume Contest during the Fairfield County Fair. Participants were recognized at the end of fair week and prizes were distributed to all participants. Winners were selected by votes from fair goers during fair week. If you have not heard from the Companion Animal Contest Coordinators, Jo Binkley or Brenda Stepp, about your prize, please let our office know.

A huge THANK YOU to Tractor Supply for sponsoring the awards for this contest!!

Ohio Cattlewomen Scholarships – due 12/15/2021

OHIO CATTLEWOMEN SCHOLARSHIPS – APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15, 2021

Up to five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to outstanding students entering their college junior or senior year. Priority will be given to applicants attending a school in Ohio. Applicants’ majors may vary, however, preference will be given to a major in agriculture, specifically relating to beef. Applicants must be maintaining a 2.75 GPA or higher. Visit www.ohiocattlewomen.com for more information.

Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarships – due 10/31/2021

Several college scholarships are available to beef industry youth through the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation. Information below is copied from ohiocattle.org/foundation/scholarships.

These scholarships are administered through the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation in conjunction with the following organizations and individuals. Applications deadlines are noted next to the scholarship names. For questions concerning scholarships, please contact the office at cattle@ohiocattle.org or 614-873-6736.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION – Complete the Application Here


TAGGED FOR GREATNESS SCHOLARSHIP – APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31

Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to college students who are enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college or university. This scholarship is made possible by the sale of Ohio’s beef specialty license plates. For more information on purchasing beef plates, call the Foundation office at 614-873-6736.

CATTLEMEN’S COUNTRY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP – APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31

Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to college students who are enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college or university. This scholarship is made possible by proceeds from the beef putt-putt golf course at the Ohio State Fair.

SALTWELL EXPO SCHOLARSHIP – APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31

One $1,000 scholarship is awarded at the Ohio Beef Expo thanks to Saltwell Western Store, owned by Jay and Sally Puzacke, who donate a percentage of sales generated from the official line of clothing sold through Saltwell’s trade show booth at the Ohio Beef Expo.

NOAH COX MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31

One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a college student who is enrolled in a two-year or four-year program or a graduating high school senior who plans to attend a college or university majoring in an agricultural or non-agricultural program. This scholarship was created in honor of Noah Cox who passed away in May 2017.

CATTLEMEN’S GALA SCHOLARSHIP – APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31

Ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to college students who are enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college or university. This scholarship is made possible by the annual Cattlemen’s Gala Celebration and Fundraiser.

LARGE ANIMAL VET SCHOLARSHIPS – OSU STUDENTS

Two scholarship will be awarded to third or fourth-year veterinary students who have demonstrated interest in practicing large animal (food/farm) medicine. Preference shall be given to candidates whose work, research or community involvement demonstrates interest in the beef industry or are involved in the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, and plan to practice in the state of Ohio. Scholarships may be awarded in varying amounts based on student enrollment, available funding and other factors.  Current Ohio State University students enrolled in the College of Veterinarian Medicine will receive an email at the end of the Autumn semester with the scholarship application information. For more information on these scholarships contact Caroline El-Khoury at el-khoury.7@osu.edu.