Meeting Minuetes for Wednesday May 15, 2013
Old Business:
- Yesterday was the deadline for all livestock to be registered for county fair on 4-H Online
New Business:
-Make sure you are getting your projects ready for fair, if you have any questions call Kathy or Jodi or even the Extension Office, they are all willing to help.
-ALL non livestock project judging day is Saturday July 13
-Photography mounting workshop - July 9 at the Extension Office
Talks were given by:
Jacob - Labrador Retriever
Spencer - Mushroom Hunting
Madison - Her Dog - Labrador Retriever and how it survived
Kellie - Rottweiler Australian Shepherd mix
Kyle - Red Angus
Cole - Case IH History
Halle - Tissue Paper Flowers
Next Meeting: Sunday June 23, 2013 - REQUIRED ATTENDANCE
Bring your own table service and dish to share
Place: Sunset Park - Pavilion just North of "New Dawn"
Talks: anyone who hasn't given a talk is welcome to do so at the meeting!
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday April 17, 2013
Old Business:
- Pancake Breakfast is this Saturday April 20 at the fairgrounds. Our club has signed up to work the 8:00-9:30 A.M. shift. Please wear your 4-H t-shirt.
-Sheep Weigh-in is Saturday May 4 at the Fairgrounds. If you are showing at state fair the scans will not be taken until 10:00 A.M.
-Deadline May 15 - for ALL livestock to be entered online
-T-shirts - there were only a few people that Jodi needed sizes from. IF you did not get your size taken please contact Jodi or Kathy. Additional polos and t-shirts will be available to order please talk to Jodi or Kathy if interested. Order must be turned in by May 1.
New Business:
NEWSLETTER IS FULL OF DATES FOR FAIR PLEASE READ IT OVER CLOSELY.
-Orschlen's cards were handed out by Kathy. IF you didn't receive one please contact her.
- April 23 - FSQA at Muscatine from 6:30-8:30 P.M.
- April 30 - FSQA at Oskaloosa
-June 3 - FSQA at Mt. Pleasant
* if you are planning on showing livestock you must attend this class.
-Poultry Meeting July 14 at 6:00 P.M.
July 10 - Communications Night
Fashion Review - June 13
Talks were given by Sarah on how to make tissue paper pom pom, Caleb about ear-notching, Addison on scotch-roo's, Allison on Softball player Chelsea and her dad, and Sadie on worm dirt cups.
Next meeting: Wednesday May 15, 2013
Where: Extension Office
Time: 7:00 P.M.
Hosts: Jacob, Madison, & Spencer Ross, Kellie, Cole, & Kyle Dallmeyer, and Halle Barkema.
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday March 20, 2013
Old Business:
-Skating Party will be Sunday March 24, 2013 at the Wellman Skating Center. $4.00 to skate, Clover Kids skate from 1:00-1:30 and everyone skate will be from 1:30-3:30. Bring your friends!
-Pancake Breakfast and Fundraiser will be April 20, 2013 from 7:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Next meeting we will have a sign up available to work the shift from 8:00-9:30A.M. and need at least 4 volunteers.
-Cattle show will be April 20. This is a IJBBA show and begins at 11:00 A.M.
New Business:
-Swine Derby Weigh-in will be Saturday March 23 from 8:30-9:30 A.M. at the fairgrounds in the swine barn.
-Dog Project will have a meeting Tuesday April 2 at 6:00 P.M. at the Extension Office.
-Pet Project will also have a meeting on Wednesday April 3, 2013 at the Extension Office at 7:00 P.M.
-Sheep Weigh-in will be Saturday May 4 from 8:30-11:30 at the fairgrounds in the sheep barn.
-May 15 is the deadline for ALL livestock to be entered online. Check back of agenda from instructions.
-Free T-shirt - need to have your shirt size by next meeting for the free 4-H t-shirt. Polos and extra t-shirts will be sold. Please bring money to next meeting if interested!
Talks were given by Nathan on how to make a homemade bridge, Travis about Washington FFA landlab, Ryan on how to fill out an NCAA bracket, and Lydia on how to give her dog a diabetic shot.
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday February 20, 2013
Old Business:
-Skating Party has been rescheduled for March 24. Another Photography class is going to be offered on March 9. Linda Drish will be leading this secession. 10:00-11:00 at the Extension Office. FSQA training will be Saturday Feb. 23 at the Extension Office from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30. If you are a JR member and are showing livestock you must attend. If you have any questions contact the Extension Office at 653-4811.
New Business:
-Bucket Bottle Calf Meeting will be Thursday Feb. 28. County Fair 4-H Swine weigh-in (production barrow) and Single source commercial Swine Class due March 2. 4-H Farm Bureau scholarships are due March 1 (for seniors only.) Pancake Breakfast fundraiser will be April 20 from 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Our club will sign up for shifts closer to time. Region 15 Junior Camp will be June 18-20. Intermediate Trip to Chicago 7th and 8th graders will be April 12 &13. They are currently taking registration forms. Dodgeball Tourney is March 10 from 1:00-3:00 at the High school. We signed up for teams and a message reminder will be coming out to you closer to time.
Talks were given by Bridget Nebel - challenging yourself in high school and TJ Durst - how to make a homemade dog pillow.
Next Meeting: March 20, 2013
Time: 6:00 - note time change
Place: Halcyon House - We will be playing bingo
Hosts: Ryan Friese, Travis Friese, Lydia Williams, Nathan Beenbloosom
*REMEMBER EVERYONE NEEDS TO BRING A COUPLE PIECES OF FRUIT FOR BINGO PRIZES!
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday January 16, 2013
Old Business:
-Skating Party will be January 27, 2013 at the Wellmen Skating Rink. $4/person, 1:00-1:30 will be Clover Kids Skating and 1:30 to 3:30 will be ALL SKATE. Bring a friend and join the fun! Don't miss out!
New Business:
-Photography classes Feb. 9 from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. (Kathy and Jodi will be leading) and March 9 from 10:00-11:00 A.M. (Linda Drish will be leading)
-4-H Fire up Sunday February 10 from 2:00 - 4:00 at Extension Office. You need to RSVP to Extension Office if you are planning on attending. 653-4811
-FSQA Training - Saturday Feb. 23 9:00 - 11:30 A.M. if you are showing livestock you MUST have training. All JR. members need to attend. Intermediate and Seniors can test out. If you aren't for sure call the Extension office and they will help you. 653-4811
-Beef Verification needs to be completed online by January 31, 2013 at 11:59 P.M.
Talks were given by: Micah Jarrard on how to make a homemade stove for camping, Jacob Hall on how to make Oreo Fluff, Savannah on her puppy, Colton on how to make a rip tie blanket, and Brayton on his Yorkshire terrier.
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday December 19, 2012
We did not have an official meeting due to weather.
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday November 14, 2012
Old Business:
* Online enrollments were due November 1. If you have not enrolled yet please get the completed ASAP!
*Reminder: enrollment fees $8.00 for County and $5.00 club dues. If you are insure if you have paid please contact Kathy.
*November 17, 2012 Camera Training Workshop at the fairgrounds
*Beef Weigh-In Saturday December 15 in Kalona
New Business:
*We will be doing a $5.00 gag gift exchange at our Christmas party in December.
*Our club we be adopting a family for Christmas. If you would like to donate money to this, please get it to Kathy or Jodi. We will be shopping December 8 at 1:00 P.M. at wal-mart. Please meet at Wal-Mart.
*There was a sign up available for hosting a meeting. If you would like a specific month and did not get signed up, please contact Kathy.
Talks were given by Emma Jarrard about her guinea pig.
Next Meeting: Wednesday December 19, 2012
Time: 6:30
Place: Pizza Ranch
Host: Bring your gag gift!
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday October 17, 2012
Old Business:
-Thank-You notes-- Received and Written
-Online enrollments must be completed by Nov. 1 (Please call extension office if additional help is needed 653-4811)
-Enrollment fees: $8.00 for County and $5.00 club dues
Should have been paid Wednesday night
New Business:
-November 17 -- Camera Training Workshop
- Beef Weigh-In-- Saturday December 15 at Kalona Sale Barn
-Scholarships available for seniors
-America's Farmers Grow $2,500 grant (More info in newsletter)
-Encourage your friends to join 4-H
-Pizza Party at December Meeting. We will be having it at pizza ranch more info to follow at next meeting.
Talks were Given by:
Addison Gaal on homemade headbands
Porscha McClanahan on homemade smores
Mallory Foster on Maincoon Cats
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday September 19, 2012
Old Business:
-Record Books were due Wednesday night
-County Fair comments and suggestions were talked about
-Thank you note was read aloud from the extension office
New Business:
-Enrollment online open now -- Due around November 1
-Elections of officers were held
President: Bridget Nebel
Vice President: Travis Friese
Secretary: Lindsey Crawford
Treasure: Jacob Hall
-Cookies for thank-you gift -- take to extension office by Oct. 4 at 5:30
- Fall Family Fun -- October 7. Fun run race will start at 4:00 p.m. registration will begin at 3:00 p.m. and there will also be a flash-dash race for clover kids starting at 4. If you would like more information please check your 4-H newsletter or call the extension office at 653-4811.
- Enrollment fees are due next meeting $15.00/Member
Talks were given by:
Lindsey-- homemade pom-pom
Jadon-- Skylanders Game
Troy-- Football
Hunter-- Trip to Florida
Lydia-- Painting
Next Meeting: Wednesday October 17, 2012
Place: Extension Office East Side
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Hosts: Addison Gaal, Porscha McClanahan, Alayna and Mallory Foster
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday May 16, 2012
Old Business:
- Board to Decorate- We set up a Date it will be held June 13 at 7:00 and Luther Church
-50-50 Raffle is a $1.00/ticket. Each family needs to sell at least ten if at all possible.
-106 forms were Due May 15.
New Business:
-Record book information was handed out at the meeting. If you need more information contact the Extension Office or visit their website www.extension.iastate.edu/washington/
-T-Shirts will be ready for next meeting.
-Summer Camps- PreK-5th grade registration due June 1
-Babysitting class will be offered again this year. You must have completed 5th grade in order to attend. Call extension office to reserve your spot. 654-4811
Talks were given by Colton about Chickens, Cole about Hereford Cows, Brayton about Soccer Equipment, Madison about being safe around horses, Kyle about Cows Stomachs, Jacob about Swine, and Spencer about frowning.
Next Meeting will be: Sunday June 24, 2012
Place: Sunset park North Pavilion of New Dawn
Time: 6:00
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday April 18, 2012
Old Business:
- Pancake Breakfast April 21, 2012 - Our club is helping with clean up. Please wear your 4-H shirt and be there around 10 a.m.. We will be finished around 11:30ish.
-Region 15 Camp at Crooked Creek Christian Camp. For grades 4th-6th. The camp will be held June 5-7. Registration is due by May 15 - $125.
-Region 15 trip to St. Louis. For intermediates. It will be held June 12-13. It is $250. and registration and money is due April 30.
-106 Forms are due online by May 15. Instruction sheets were handed out at the meeting. This is for livestock projects only! There will be two helping classes held on May 1 & 2 at the Extension Office for 4:30-6:30, if you need help getting registered.
-May 5- Sheep weigh in. Please be sure to bring birth dates for all ewe lambs, because they have to recorded. Also from 8:30-10:00 is all county fair weigh in. 10-11 is state fair nominations.
New Business:
-Senior Members there is a 4-H youth conference, in Ames on June 26-28. A $25 scholarship to first 10 registered. Deadline for this trip is May 15.
-Boards to Decorate- All clubs in Washington County are responsible for decorating a board that shows what are club is like. These boards will be placed around the fair and around the community to help promote 4-H. Please be thinking of ideas for this. We will need to have this project done by July 1.
-50/50 Raffle tickets have been changed a little for this year. Each person is responsible for selling a packet of 10 tickets. We will be getting these closer to fair.
-76 Progressives are doing a fundraiser to raise money for helping Benton and Jasper county replace their trees that they lost last year in the storms. They have received money from Pioneer for the project. They are asking all Washington County 4-H clubs to help donate money so they can purchase more trees. Our club decided to give $75 to help with replacing the trees.
-4-Her's for 4-Her's, is continuing to raise money. Our club decided to go ahead and donate the $2.50 per member.
-Free T-shirt. A bank in Washington has sponsored Washington County 4-H in providing all members one free t-shirt. The sign up was at the meeting. If you want to order more than one shirt, t-shirts are $8.00 and polos are $16.00. The order and money need to be in on April 27.
-Talks were given by Sarah Hora on Shoeing a horse, Ryan Friese about his Pomerian Puppy named Chewy, Addison Six on how to make Turtle Peacon Pie, and Allison Rebling about Walrus.
Next Meeting is Wednesday May 16, 2012
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00
Hosts: Jacob & Madison Ross, Kyle & Cole Dallmeyer, Brayton &Colton Anderson.
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday March 21, 2012
Old Business:
- Valentines for Vets Thank you note was read aloud.
- Dodge Ball tourney report was not given.
New Business:
- Pancake Breakfast April 21, 2012. Our club is going to help with clean up. Kathy took a list of names at the last meeting. If you have any questions or want to help and didn't get signed up call Kathy at 461-4710.
- March 24, 2012 Swine Weigh-In for certain classes-- Druby Pigs 10-11:00 a.m. at Fairgrounds
- FSQA April 14. Jr must attend all 3years- if unsure check with Extension Office
-106 Forms online by May 15
-April 3-- Dog Meeting @ 7:00
-April 11-- Pet Project Meeting
-May 5-- Sheep weigh in
-Region 15 Camp @ Crooked Creek Christian Camp-- June 5-7
-Region 15 Trip to St. Louis- for Intermediates- also parent chaperones are needed.
Talks were given by Micah Jarrard about making a homemade Spitball gun, Savanna Hall about Pufferfish, Jacoob Hall about history about Chevy, and Jarek Brown about Rugby.
Next Meeting: Wednesday April 18, 2012
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00
Hosts: Sarah and Caleb Hora, Addison Six, and Allison Rebling
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday February 15, 2012
Old Business:
-4-H Fire-Up
-Valentines for Vets
-Photography class last Saturday
-Photography class March 10 9:00-10:00
-Camera Equipment training March 10 10:00-11:00- Extension Office
New Business:
-Henry County Cattlemen are hosting a Beef workshop on Saturday March 31.
-Bucket Bottle calf Project Meeting:
Who: Bucket Bottle Calf Project Members
When: Wednesday February 29, 2012
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: Washington County Extension Office.
-A new member information sheet was handed out at the meeting. If you did not receive one please contact Kathy and she will get you one.
-Dodgeball Tourney report was given by Bridget. We have two teams signed up. It will be held on March 11 at the Washington High school starting at one.
-We will be having a parliamentary Procedure training at April meeting.
Talks were given by Bridget about volunteering, Nathan about Sharks, and Travis about Parliamentary Procedure for FFA.
Next Meeting: Wednesday March 21, 2012
Hosts: Micah Jarrard, SDavanna and Jacob Hall and Jarek Brown
Place: HALCYON HOUSE
Time: 6:00 (Note time change)
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday January 18, 2012
Old Business:
- Beef enrollment online registration. If you have NOT completed this you need to ASAP.
- Skating Party:
When: January 29, 2012
Where: Wellmen Skating Rink
Time: 1:00-1:30 Clover Kid Skate 1:30- 3:30 Everyone.
Cost: $4.00
-Mallory Foster gave a little report on the shopping we did for the family we adpoted for Christmas.
- Also the food we collected was delivered to the local food pantry
- Bowling Party-- Possible dates we be talked about at the next meeting.
New Business:
- 4-H Fire- Up :
When: February 12, 2012
Place: Extension Office Basement
Time: 2:00-4:00
-Snapshot Iowa Contest. Anyone in grades 7-12 may sign up. If you want more info contact Kathy or Extension Office.
- Photography Classes for beginners February 11 from 9:00-10:00 and March 10 from 9:00-10:00 at Extension Office
-Camera Equipment training will be March 10 from 10:00-11:00 at the Extension Office
Talks were given by: TJ Durst about Egyptian and Gavin Parker about Tacos.
Next Meeting: February 15, 2012
Hosts: Bridget Nebel, Ryan Friese, Nathan Beenblossom and Travis Friese
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday December 21, 2011
Old Business:
- Medical forms to leaders and enrollment fees ($10) club dues ($5) paid.
- Enrollment on line needs to be completed. There are still a few of you who are NOT enrolled yet. Please contact Kathy or Extension Office if you have questions.
New Business:
*Schedule for 2012 was handed out. It will be posted on the blog soon.
*Beef Weigh in- People who weighed in cattle please check your email and make sure all your info is correct.
There were no talks given tonight
Next Meeting: Wednesday January 18, 2012
Host: Jarrett and Drake Bender, TJ Durst, Devin and Gavin Parker
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday November 16, 2011
Old Business:
--Report on 4-H Award Family Fun Night by Bridget
--Chirstmas Party-- Pizza Ranch on December 21, 2011 at 6:30
- Please bring an items for the food pantry and a gag gift No more than $5.00
-- We are sponsoring a family for christmas please send money to Jodi at school or to Roger
-- Beef weigh-in-- Saturday December 17 at the Kalona Sale Barn
-- Medical forms to leader and enrollment fees ($10) Club Dues($5)
--Please make sure your enrollment is completed if you still have questions please contact on of the leaders or the extension office.
New Business:
* Sign up for month to host for the 2012- Talks to
* Email or text notification; if you would like to sign up for this email Kathy or call her so she can get your name down
Talks:
Jaden Crawford- about making fun things out of pipe cleaners
Next Meeting;
December 21, 2011
Place: Pizza Ranch
Time: 6:30
Meeting Minutes of Wednesday October 19, 2011
Old Business:
-4-H Award Family Fun Night -- November 12 at 5:30
-Hustlers Blog-- Has a link to the Extension Office Website
-Chirstmas Party is going to help at Pizza Ranch on December 21, 2011 at 6:30. (Note time and date has been changed, From what the agenda said)
New Business:
--4-H Recruitment Fest is Saturday october 22 at 9:30- Noon in the basement of the Extension Building.
--4-H on Facebook
--4-H Newsletter-- If your not recieving it let the Extension Office Know!
--November 1, Medical Forms are due to the Extension Office
--Citizenship trip to Washington D.C. 2012-2013
-- Beef Weigh in December 17 at Kalona.
-- More swine classes are being offered contact Extension office for more information.
-- Share a Calf is being offered this year!
--1200 Cookies were delievered to local business along with 200 Stay Safe Bags we given out throughout Washington County.
Talks were given by Addison Gaal-- On how to make witch's figures, Porcha McClanhan about Herbert Hoover, and Lindsay Crawford on Math and Farm.
Next Meeting: Wednesday November 16, 2011
Time: 7:00
Place: Extension Office
Hosts: The entire club-- bring a dessert to share and your family.
Wednesday September 26, 2011 -- Meeting Minutes
Old Business:
- Fundraising-- Fans in the show ring. Possible idea is busting tables at Pizza Ranch
- Hustler's Blog- Update was given. If you have an pictures you would like added to our picture section please e-mail them to Kathy.
-Record Books were due Wednesday September 26,2011. If your book wasn't turned in make sure you make contact with Kathy.
New Business:
**Election of Officers Were held
-- President: Sarah Hora
-- Vice President: Bridget Nebel
-- Secetary: Caleb Hora
-- Treasure: Gavin Parker
**Electronic Enrollment Forms were given out
**4-H Week October 2-8 -- Encourage your friends to join 4-H
**4-H on Facebook- Washington County 4-H Iowa
** Dues and enrollment fees: Dues are $5.00 and Enrollment Fees are $10.00
-----Make Checks payable to Washington Hustlers.
---- Club did a vote on raising the dues from $3.00 to $5.00.
** Halloween Party/Hayride. We did a little changing on our 4-H party this year. Our Halloween party is going to be a bowling party and we are still trying to schedule the dates possible weekend dates are Oct. 22 or Oct. 29.
**Christmas Party- Kathy booked the meeting room at Pizza Ranch to have our Chirstmas Party and to have our December meeting.
Talk was given by Colton Anderson about Turkey Calls.
Next Meeting:
When: Wednesday October 19,2011
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00 P.M
New Members are Welcome to attend.
Sunday June 26, 2011 -- Meeting Minutes
Old Business:
- Raffle Tickets - 50-50
-- $ 1.00 per ticket
*Fun Run Report was given by Bridget
-Non Livestock Judging Saturday-- July 16
-Photography Mounting Day-- July 12
-Setup for County Fair-- Thursday July 14 at 5 P.M.
New Business:
- Exhibit forms-- Entry Tags-- 3 Questions
-Sign up for hosting exhibit building -- Wednesday July 20
-Tear Down for County Fair-- Saturday July 23 from 8-Noon
Talks were given by: Jacob Hall and Drake Bender
Next Meeting: Wednesday September 21, 2011
Place: Extension Office 7:00 p.m.
Host: Colton Anderson, Troy and Hunter Holtmyer
Wednesday May 18, 2011 Meeting Minutes:
-Old Business:
* Raffle Tickets- 50-50 ( Will be getting those in the June Meeting)
*Non Livestock Judging Sat July 16
*4-H Fun Run- June 24
-- New Business
*Jodi gave a report on Day Camps
*Fans for Show ring - Jackson Jets
--Club decided to give half of the money we had (120.04 is what we gave) and then make up the money that we gave this fall with a bake sale, lemondae sale, or even mowing/ cleaning up peoples lawns.
*Photography Mounting day - July 12
Setup for Fair - Thursday July 14- 5 or 6 p.m.
Non Livestock judging Sat. July 16
Talks were given by Jacob, Spencer, and Madison Ross, and Micah Jarrad
Next Meeting: Sunday June 26, 2011 -- This is a REQUIRED MEETING
Place: Sunset Park- North Pavilion at 6
Host for next meeting: Every member and bring your family as our guest. Hot dogs will be provided. Please bring a dish or two to pass and your own table service. Lemonade and water will be provided.
April 20, 2011 Meeting Minutes:
Photography Class - April 23 @9:00
Sheep Weigh-in May 7- Fairgrounds
Youth Conference June 28-30 - Ames
106 Forms due May 1
T-Shirts order forms + Free T-Shirt
Raffle Tickets
4-H'ers for 4-H'ers Funding for the Future $ 2.50/Member
Non-Livestock Judging- Saturday July 16
County Fair 17- 22
Talks were given by Cole Dallmeyer & Kyle Dallmeyer
Next Meeting: May 16, 2011
Place: Extension Office
Time: 7:00
Host: Jacob, Spencer, Madison Ross and Micah Jarrad
Reminder: If your un-able to attend a meeting you need to call one of the leaders to recieve an excused absence.
February 16, 2011 Meeting Minutes
March 26 Swine Weigh- In
May 7 Sheep/Goat Weigh- In
4-H Fire Up February 27
New Business:
FSQA: March 16 and April 14 Jr. members need to attend if they are planning on showing at the County Fair. If you are unsure if you have passed out of your age group call the Ext. Office 653-4811
Photography Class- Saturday Feb 19 10:00 and Saturday March 19 at 9:00
Gardening Project: March 19 at Fairgrounds 10:00 A.M.
All swine exhibitors NEED a Prmise ID and COOL
Dodgeball Tourney March 13 Washington High School 1:00 p.m.
Pancake Breakfast April 16 at Fairgrounds BE WATCHING YOUR EMAIL FOR MORE INFO
Jr. Y Lock in April 2nd
Auction For County Fair- The selling weight for auction will use Monday's weight
Next Meeting: March 16, 2011
Place: Halcyon House
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Host: Sarah and Caleb Hora and Jacob Hall
