Author: Adrienne Anderson

Jolly Pets & Horsemen’s Pride Product Innovation Contest for Ohio 4-H

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Calling all creative minds of Ohio’s 4-H members! Jolly Pets and Horsemen’s Pride are excited to announce a unique opportunity for young innovators passionate about pets and equines. We’re hosting a Product Innovation Contest where you can showcase your ideas for new dog and/or equine products.

Guidelines:

1. Eligibility: Open to all 4-H program members.

2. Categories: Participants can submit ideas for dog products, equine products, or both.

3. Submission Requirements: 

– Detailed description of the product idea.

– Potential benefits and features of the product.

– Any sketches, diagrams, or prototypes (if available).

– Explanation of how the product addresses a specific need or improves the life of pets or horses.

– Originality of product, cannot be something that already exists.

– Optional: A short video presentation/photos or sketches (not mandatory but encouraged).

– Deadline: September 21, 2024

4. Judging Criteria: 

– Creativity and Innovation: How original and inventive is the product idea?

– Practicality: Is the product feasible to manufacture and market?

– Impact: Will the product positively impact the lives of dogs, horses, or their owners?

– Presentation: Clarity and effectiveness of the submission.

5. Prize: 

– The winning product idea(s) will be chosen for production by Jolly Pets and/or Horsemen’s Pride.

– The submitter(s) of the chosen product(s) will receive a $1,500 scholarship prize each.

– Additionally, winners will have the opportunity to work with our product development team to further refine their ideas and see them come to life.

Submit your product ideas at: https://jollypets.com/pages/product-innovation-contest?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2KDhq2DsyV1B67HxWv_WCvOAzK1kvqh1f5Iq8GOVC17rnx55RpialoU3k_aem__l-lt-cllILlTcL_bj5Crw

If you have any questions about the contest, please contact Carissa Kehr CKehr@jollypets.com or Chris Temple ctemple@jollypets.com

 

Carving New Ideas Camp at 4-H Camp Ohio

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Carving New Ideas (CNI) is a camping opportunity that focuses on critical thinking and program facilitation for 4-H members in grades 8-12. The workshop is held at the scenic 4-H Camp Ohio in St. Louisville, Ohio. Campers develop their leadership skills while making new friends from across Ohio and participating in fun activities. Camp counselors are college students at The Ohio State University. Adult staff members providing risk management, nursing services, and meals are staff and volunteers from Franklin County 4-H.

Registration Fee: $95.00 (includes t-shirt and all meals)

Check-in: Friday, November 22, 2024, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Check-out: Sunday, November 24, 2024, 10:00am

Registrations can be completed by visiting go.osu.edu/CNI. All registrations are due by October 31, 2024.

2025 Hartford Fair Board Application

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Come be a part of the team! The application for the 2025 Hartford Fair Junior Fair Board is now available HERE. Completed applications must be turned in by November 15, 2024. Applicants must be age 14 as of 01/01/2025 to apply for the junior fair board. Interviews will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the Licking County Extension Office. Once you have submitted your application, please call our office at 740-670-5315 to schedule your interview.

 

2025 Food and Fashion Board Applications

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The application for the 2025 Licking County 4-H Food and Fashion Board now available and is due by November 15, 2024. To be eligible to apply, members must at least 14 years old as of January 1, 2025. Members are NOT required to take a foods or clothing project in the current year that they are serving on the board, but should show an interested in 4-H foods and clothing projects and have taken those projects at some point during the 4-H career. Members will serve in a leadership role to support the food and clothing project areas. Members will plan and host workshops, help with judging, plan and run the style revue, and host other events to support our Licking County 4-H members. The application is due by Interviews will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024 from 3:00-4:00pm and 7:00-8:00pm. Please reach out to Adrienne Anderson (anderson.1410@osu.edu) to schedule and interview time.

REMINDER: 2024 Fall Horse Banquet

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The Licking County 4-H Horse & Pony Council will host their annual Fall Banquet on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Horse project members and advisors are encouraged to attend.

When: 3:00-5:00pm

Where: Broad Peak – 6623 Summit Rd, Pataskala, OH 43062

Agenda:

Refreshments
Club Introductions
State Fair & 4-H Year Recognition
Beeson Award
Scholarship Awards

Please RSVP to Laura Tyler: cmteamlt@gmail.com or 614.619.2900

Teen Achievement Awards Forms and Licking County 4-H Committee Scholarship

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The 2024 Ohio 4-H Achievement Awards Form Packet as well as the 2024 Licking County 4-H Committee Scholarship Packet are now available. Both forms can be found on the Teen Opportunities page of the website. Achievement Awards forms and the 4-H Committee Scholarship are due to the Licking County Extension Office by Friday, October 4, 2024. By completing the Achievement Awards forms, members have the opportunity to be recognized for their comprehensive project work and leadership activities and can be chosen to represent Licking County at the state level competition. Applicants are also eligible to apply for state trips/camps and other opportunities through this process. Members must be at least 14 (as of 01/01/2025) in order to be eligible for this process. Please reach out to Lisa McCutcheon (mccutcheon.46@osu.edu) with questions or for help with the process.

 

4-H Camp Ohio – Family Camp Weekend in October

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Join 4-H Camp Ohio for a new weekend opportunity October 18-20, 2024! Open to anyone from anywhere, experience the ultimate family adventure at their Halloween Camp, where festive fun and outdoor excitement combine for a spooktacular getaway!

Enjoy a range of activities like pumpkin painting, costume contests and haunted hikes that are perfect for all ages. Camp Ohio will come alive with themed decorations and eerie yet family-friendly events, creating a memorable experience for both the little kids and the big kids. Embrace the Fall spirit, bond with loved ones and make lasting memories as you delve into a Halloween adventure like no other.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.4hcampohio.org/halloween-camp.html

 

4-H Zoo Apprentice Camp

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The 4-H Zoo Apprentice Camp is a unique opportunity for 4-H’ers to explore the world of animals at Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida.

In this experience, the world’s largest zoological organization partners with 4-H to offer the opportunity for members to experience one-of-a-kind adventures in Busch Gardens’ 335-acre African-themed living classroom and SeaWorld’s 200-acre aquatic classroom.

4-H’ers become amateur zookeepers, assist zoo staff behind the scenes, and observe animal care sessions. In this learn-by-doing environment, members explore careers in the animal field and learn about animal conservation all while having fun in the park!

Two Camps are open to all 4-H Members 4-H Junior Zoo Apprentice Camp for youth ages 11-13 & 4-H Zoo Apprentice for youth 14+! Truly a great way to spend winter break! Register HERE.

REMINDER: Teen Awards & Opportunities Workshop

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Apply for county and state achievement awards, scholarships, camps and conferences using the Ohio 4-H Achievement Record. How do you know if you’re eligible?  If you are a current 4-H member who will have passed your 14th birthday (but not yet passed your 19th birthday) by January 1, 2025, you are considered to be eligible for these opportunities.  However, in order to compete for awards selection and recognition, you must complete and submit an Ohio 4-H Achievement Record Form. Not sure how to get started or have you completed these forms in the past and would like help to make them better? Lisa will hold a Teen Awards & Opportunity Workshop on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 starting at 6:30pm at the Licking County Extension Office. Reach out to Lisa at mccutcheon.46@osu.edu to register!

All About Goats Fall Webinar Series

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The Ohio State University Extension Small Ruminants Team is hosting a 6-part All About Goats! Fall Webinar series. This webinar series is going to answer producers burning questions concerning their own herd and help new producers start their herds. Whether you are thinking about or currently raising Dairy or Meat goats- this webinar is for you! All youth livestock exhibitors are encouraged to attend. Registration is required and can be completed by visiting go.osu.edu/allaboutgoatsfall