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Greetings!
There are a lot of exciting things happening in Clay County 4-H! Be sure to visit our website and "like" our Facebook page to be kept up-to-date on all the happenings in Clay County.
Did you recently attend a 4-H event or want to check out pictures of the Clay County Fair? All photos taken are posted here. This is a safe, private site for 4-H members and their families to view pictures from all Clay County 4-H events.
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General Information
Enrollment
Exciting changes, medical forms and code of ethics are online. Click here to enroll today!
Committee Members: You also need to enroll in 4-H Online!
If you have forgotten which email address you use to log in, do not create a new log in, email xclay@iastate.edu.
Youth Council
Applications for the 2013 Clay County 4-H Youth Council are due by February 1, 2013. Visit this webpage for more information!
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Livestock Project Areas
Scramble Calf Sign Up
It's time to enroll in the 2012-2013 Scramble Calf Project. The purpose of the Scramble Calf project is to provide an educational beef production experience for beef project members and to also provide a mentoring opportunity. 4-H & FFA beef project member guidelines for the scramble calf program can be found in the 4-H & FFA Fair Book. To sign up for the scramble calf project, simply call 262-2264, email ajepsen@iastate.edu or stop in the Extension Office located at 110 W 4th St, Spencer.
Beef Weigh In
Market Beef Weigh In will be held on December 29th from 9:00am to 12:00 pm at the Spencer Livestock Sale Barn. This year there are no limits no scramble calf. If you cannot come to this weigh in, please contact the Clay County Extension Office for a list of other counties weigh in dates. Please call 262-2264 for an appointment. Eartags are $1.50 and Ak-Sar-Ben and State Fair verification is $5.00 per head.
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Clay County Seniors
Are you planning to continue educational opportunities following high school graduation? We would like to encourage you to apply for scholarships sponsored by the Clay County 4-H Youth Council and Clay County Bankers Association.
The Clay County 4-H Youth Council and the Clay County Bankers Association are pleased to be able to offer scholarships to Clay County 4-H members.
You do not have to be a member of the Youth Council to apply for this Scholarship.
An interview, 4-H recordkeeping system, and the written application will be used in the selection process. The interviews will be held in late February at the Clay County Extension Office.
County Scholarships
Clay County 4-H Scholarship applications are due by February 1st to the Clay County Extension Office 110 West 4th Street, Suite 100 Spencer, IA 51301
Application is available at this site.
State Scholarships
State scholarship opportunities are available at this site.
Hixon Scholarship
Attending Iowa State??? This site has information about Hixon Scholarship opportunities.
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Volunteering Opportunities
In order to maintain an interactive, exciting and dynamic SpIn program, Clay County Extension is looking for some input to assist us in growing capacity and transitioning to a volunteer-driven program series. It takes people to recruit people, so we're asking for your assistance. Names are great, making an initial point of contact is even better. Please contact Jo at joengel@iastate.edu if a name comes to mind or if you would be willing to help as a volunteer. |
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County & State Recognition
Record Books:
Clay County Extension encourages 4-Hers to be creative with their record keeping systems. You DO NOT have to use the forms provided on the Extension website and we ENCOURAGE originality when it comes to sharing your 4-H experience! Recordkeeping info is available for download on the Clay County Extension website and record keeping worksheets and materials are also available at the Clay County Extension Office. Check with your clubs for deadlines, record keeping systems are due to the Extension Office by January 4th, 2013, so it's a good time to be working on them.
4-H Awards Program:
The 4-H Awards Program will be held in early March 2013 to recognize the achievements of Clay County 4-Hers. More information will be posted as it becomes available. State Recognition and Trips: If you would like to apply, a packet of information is available online or at the extension office. The state selection process for the above opportunities will involve: - completing an application form including 5 short answer questions;
- gathering and putting together 2 pages of written support material (see the application for format);
- an interview at the state level.
The application deadline is February 1. The interviews will be tentatively scheduled for March 25. Stop by the extension office and pick up an application packet! |
Remember, if you have any questions or concerns regarding the 4-H program, deadlines, requirements or exhibit and project help, please contact us! We look forward to hearing from you and making this the best 4-H Year Ever.
Sincerely,
Anissa Jepsen
ISU Extension Clay County
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Clay County 4-H
Youth Coordinator
Anissa Jepsen
712-262-2264
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Interested in a Calf for a
Beef Project?
This steer is perfect for a first time 4-Her, he is broke and quiet. Contact Brian at 712-260-2894 for more information.
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Help Wanted!
 We are looking for Intermediate and Senior 4-Hers to volunteer for a new Clover Kids program this winter as well as various SpIn Events! Call our office at 262-2264 with any questions!
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Looking for a Poultry Producer?
 4-Hers interested in showing exhibition birds who are having trouble locating show quality stock may contact Zachary Westhoff at 712-540-4233 or at aoccl@iastate.edu. He also answers questions about meat and egg layer pens.
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Thank you to our donors, Green Plains Grain and
Max Yield Cooperative!
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CWF Trip for 2013
The Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) Trip is an opportunity for all 4-H'ers in 10th -12th grade.
2013 Trip Dates:
June 7-15, 2013 (Week #2)
June 14-22, 2013 (Week #3)
Deposit and registration are due December 15th, 2012.
Some sponsorships/ scholarships are available in Clay County. We will also help with fundraising activities.
Click here for details or call 712-262-2264.
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