OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Happenings NOVEMBER, 2016 Congratulations Highland County 4-H Poultry Judging Team Highland County 4-H is proud to announce that our 4-H Poultry Judging Team will be representing Ohio at the National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference competition held during the North American International Livestock Exhibition in Louisville, Kentucky on November 16 and 17. According to Dr. Lucinda Miller State 4-H Specialist in Livestock, Companion & Small Animals This is a great honor and I am certain this team of outstanding youth will represent Ohio 4-H with enthusiasm and pride. The team consists of: Lucas Brown who is a member of the Concord Jr. Farmers 4-H Club; Noah Freehling, and Brittany Rhoads who are a members of the Highland County Poultry Pigs and Lambs 4-H Club, and Evan Edingfield who is a member of the Belfast Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Along with being the team s coach, Diane Waits is a 4-H Advisor for Highland County Poultry Pigs and Lambs 4-H Club and Highland County Shooting Sports 4-H Club. Important Dates to Remember: November 7: Jr. Fair Board Applications (At-Large & 4-H) Due November 11: Veteran s Day, Office Closed November 24: Thanksgiving Day, Office Closed November 25: Columbus Day Observed, Office Closed December 3: Steer Tagging for 2016 Highland County Jr. Fair, 8:00-10:00am at Union Stockyards December 12: Office Closed for Staff Training December 23: President s Day Observed, Office Closed December 26: Christmas Day Observed, Office Closed December 31: Camp Counselor Applications are due. April 9: OSU Extension Annual Fundraiser CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information: http://go.osu.edu/cfaesdiversity. OSU EXTENSION, HIGHLAND COUNTY 119 GOVERNOR FORAKER PLACE; SUITE 202 HILLSBORO, OHIO 45133 (937) 393-1918
2 Veterinary Feed Directive Area Meetings Number of 4-H Members Just a reminder that clubs must have a minimum of five 4-H members to be considered a 4-H club. Clubs not meeting this criterion in 2017 will no longer be allowed to be a 4-H club. You might want to start recruiting now for 2017. Member Re-enrollment Forms Member Re-enrollment Forms will be coming in your Beginning of the Year Packets. This year we are having everyone fill out a new form so that we can update any discrepancies in our system. Please remember to fill out the form with the legal name (not nickname, i.e. Victoria not Tori) of the participant and that no forms will be accepted without projects listed. New Clubs If you know of someone who is interested in activities for their kids, talk to them about starting a 4-H club. Talk to your friends and your acquaintances at church and school groups. There is always room for more 4-H Clubs to serve the youth in our community. 2017 Camp Dates Teen Winter Retreat, January 28-29 Counselor s College, March 18-19 Spring Fling, April 21-22 Open House, May 7 STEM Camp, June 5-7 Beginner Camp, June 8-11 Cloverbud Overnighter, June 16-17 Jr. High Camp, June 19-22 Teen Camp, June 23-26 Jr. Shooting Sports Education Camp, June 30-July 2 Cloverbud Fun Day June 27 Special Needs Camp, July 7-9 Sr. Shooting Sports education Camp, July 23-28 Scholarships are available. Camp Counselor Applications Due December 29, 2016 by 4:00 p.m. Counselors must be 14 as of January 1, 2017. New Counselors will need 24 hours training and returning counselors need 20 hours of training. Applications are available at the Extension office or online at: http://highland.osu.edu/program-areas/4-hyouth-development/forms-applicationsresources#camp Forms
Jr. Fair Board Applications 4-H and At-Large Junior Fair Board applications are available at the Extension Office and online now: http://highland.osu.edu/programareas/4-h-youth-development/formsapplications-resources#jr. Fair Board Applications To be eligible for Junior Fair Board, teens must be 15 as of January 1, 2017 or a sophomore in high school. Encourage your teens to apply for this leadership opportunity! Applications are due on November 7, 2016. 4-H Older Youth Opportunities Check out the attached flyer on 4-H Older Youth Opportunities. There are a multitude of things available to youth on the local, state & national level. Some awards come with monetary assistance. Financial Summary The 4-H Club Financial Summary was included in your End of The Year Packet, if you need another copy it is available at: http://highland.osu.edu/program-areas/4- h-youth-development/forms-applicationsresources#volunteer/advisor Forms Deadline for submission of the form to the OSU Extension, Highland County office is Thursday, January 12, 2016.. Volunteer Renewals and New Applications Now is the time to recruit new volunteers for 2017! Any adult who is going to be alone with 4- H members must go through the volunteer selection process. If volunteers want to be active in 2017, they need to complete the selection process as soon as possible applications will not be accepted after March 16, 2017. The forms are available at: http://highland.osu.edu/sites/highland/files/imce/ New%20Advisor%20Packet%202017.pdf 4-H Committee Members Needed Nominate yourself or someone else to serve on the Highland County 4-H Committee! Committee volunteers are comprised of volunteer advisors, parents and the business community. The terms are 3 years. Contact Kathy at 393-1918 to nominate yourself or someone else for one of the following positions: 1 - NE (Leesburg, Greenfield, Hillsboro) 2 NW (Leesburg, Lynchburg, Hillsboro) 1 SE (Berrysville, Belfast, Sinking Spring) 1 SW (Buford, Mowrystown) 3
Scholarship Opportunities Highland County 4-H members are eligible for several county and state 4-H scholarships. The individual scholarship requirements are different. 4 Visit the website for scholarship eligibility requirements and applications: http://highland.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/forms-applications-resources Handwritten forms will not be accepted. The 4-H Endowment, Fettro, Hudson, Five Points Implements, and Tissot scholarships are due by 4:00 p.m. February 16, 2017 Don't Miss the Achievement Form Workday December 17, 2016 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Nationwide Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center See attached Flyer for more information. Steer Tagging Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 8:00-10:00 am at Union Stockyards on State Route 138 east of Hillsboro is Highland County Jr. Fair market steer tagging. Stay tuned to Buckeye Country 105.5 for cancellations due to weather. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATION TO RAISE THE ROOF CAMPAIGN Those from Highland County who donated are: Barnyard Bunch 4-H Club Buford Dairy and Livestock 4-H Club Country Critters 4-H Club Ed and Nikki Eyre Fab Five 4-H Club Highland County Junior Leadership Club Highland County 4-H Committee Highland County Farm Bureau Highland County Poultry Pigs and Lambs 4-H Club Highland County Shooting Sports 4-H Club Highland Harvesters Kathy and Chris Bruynis Levi Hamilton Marshall Junior Farmers 4-H Club Rose Merkowitz Your donation was very much appreciated!
5 Email Information Facebook When sending an email to Tammy or Kathy, make sure you are using their OSU email (newsome.95@osu.edu or bruynis.5@osu.edu). The office does not receive the emails sent as replies to the 4-H system. Don t forget to checkout Facebook for up-todate 4-H happenings. You don t have to have a Facebook account to get on the site and like it so it will notify you of updates. https://www.facebook.com/#!/highland-county-4-h-ohio- 158507614183904/ The Ohio State Beekeepers Association 4-H Partnership Program for 2017 The Ohio State Beekeepers Association supports new young beekeepers though our 4H Partnership Program. The number of scholarships available per year will vary based on the amount of available funds and donations. The number will be posted each year on the OSBA website. For 2017 there are 5 scholarships available. See the attached brochure for more information and how to apply. If you have trouble with a link or need a hard copy of a form please stop by the office Monday Thursday from 8:30am to 4:00 pm. Closed daily from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. for lunch. Sincerely, Kathy Bruynis Have a wonderful Thanksgiving from the OSU Extension staff. Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Ohio State University Extension 119 Governor Foraker Place; Suite 202, Hillsboro, OH 45133 937-393-1918 Office bruynis.5@osu.edu osu.edu Attachments Veterinary Feed Directive Meeting 4-H Older Youth Opportunities The Ohio State Beekeepers Association 4-H Partnership Program for 2017 Achievement Form Work Day CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information: http://go.osu.edu/cfaesdiversity. OSU EXTENSION, HIGHLAND COUNTY 119 GOVERNOR FORAKER PLACE; SUITE 202 HILLSBORO, OHIO 45133 (937) 393-1918
4-H Partnership Program - 2017 Sponsored by the Ohio State Beekeepers Association (OSBA) The Ohio State Beekeepers Association supports new young beekeepers though our 4H Partnership Program. We realize that the success of a new beekeeper is not reliant on the work of the student and money alone but by the effort of the partnership. Thus the 4H Partnership Program encourages participation of the guardian, 4- H adviser, local association and mentor. The number of scholarships available per year will vary based on the amount of available funds and donations. The number will be posted each year on the OSBA website. For 2017 there are 5 scholarships available. Selection Criteria 1. Youth must be between the ages of 12 and 18 by January 1st of the current year of the scholarship. 2. Applicant must be currently enrolled in a public or private school, or homeschooled. 3. Must be a current member of 4-H 4. Applicant must complete and return all paperwork, including permission and agreement form signed by parent or guardian. The application with supporting documents, as well as the waiver/binder form must be received by the Program Coordinator between October 1, 2016 through November 21, 2016. Selection Process 1. After all applications have been received; a selection committee will carefully consider each one and select finalists. 2. Finalists and/or their mentors may be contacted for a phone interview. 3. The 4H Beekeeping Partnership Program Scholars will be announced by January 6, 2017. 4. Selection by the committee is final. For additional information, questions or comments see the OSBA website at www.ohiostatebeekeepers.org or contact us at 4h@ohiostatebeekeepers.org or call 567-703-6722
4H Partnership Program Application - 2017 Student s Name: Date of Birth: Address: City: Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: School Name: School Address: Parent or Guardian: Address: City: Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: 4-H Club: Advisor s Name: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: Sponsoring Beekeeping Association: Name: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: Mentor: Contact Information: Experience: Local Newspapers you wish to be contacted if you are chosen as a Partnership Scholar (optional): Page 1
Application Checklist 1. Completed Application 2. Completed Questionnaire 3. Signed Terms and Conditions (Actual signatures required) 4. Waiver/Binder form including application and parent/guardian signatures. 5. Sponsoring association agreement. 6. Two typed letters of recommendation from non family members. 7. Typed letter of recommendation from student s 4H advisor or leader. Submit the completed application to 4h@ohiostatebeekeepers.org or contact us at 4h@ohiostatebeekeepers.org or call 567-703-6722 for the current program coordinators mailing address. The complete application package is due by November 21, 2016. Page 2
4H Partnership Program - Questionnaire - 2017 To be completed by the Student (please attach additional pages): Why are you interested in bees and beekeeping? What do you hope to accomplish if you are chosen as a 4H Beekeeping Partnership Scholar? Summarize your involvement in school and extracurricular activities such as: community, church, 4H, youth groups or civic organizations: To be completed by a parent or guardian (please attach additional pages): How do you feel your child can benefit from this program? Do you feel you can support and encourage your child in this effort? YES or NO Please Explain: Do you or anyone in your immediate family have bees? YES or NO Explain? Page 3
4H Partnership Program - Terms and Conditions - 2017 The selected Partnership Program Scholars will receive*: 1. Woodenware for two hives: a. 2 screened bottom boards with white board b. 2 entrance reducers c. 8 medium boxes d. 80 medium frames e. 80 sheets of wired wax f. 2 inner covers g. 2 telescoping lids h. 1 hive tool i. 1 J-Hook tool j. 1 smoker k. 1 spool tinned wire l. 1 packet grommets m. 1 grommet tool n. 1 wire embedder 2. 1 year membership with electronic version of the newsletter to the OSBA 3. Free attendance to the OSBA Fall Convention (including 2 guests). 4. Beekeeper Training DVD 5. OSBA Apiary Diagnostic Kit *Upon successful completion of the qualifying term, and the satisfaction of stated conditions, the recipient will be presented a Certificate of Completion of the program and ownership of the equipment will be transferred to the Program Scholar. The Partnership Program Scholar will be expected to: 1. Provide bees for the two colonies. Must provide OSBA with the chosen source of bees. Last year a package of bees cost between $110-140 per package. Package bees or nucs must be ordered as soon as possible, once award is given. Contact sponsoring association for details. 2. Attend and successfully complete the agreed upon Beginning Beekeeping Classes, if available. 3. Keep a written record complete with dates, photos, and other pertinent data to assist in sharing the Scholars beekeeping experience with others. 4. Keep two colonies of bees throughout year. 5. Attend local bee associations meetings whenever possible. 6. Provide a quarterly update (photos, short diary) for the OSBA newsletter. Deadlines are: March 15, June 15 and September 15. 7. Present a final report (could be a display, scrapbook, paper, video etc.) to the membership at the OSBA Annual Meeting. The annual meeting is November 4th, 2017. 8. If the criteria is not met, then the award recipient and responsible guardian will be responsible for reimbursing the OSBA $500. Page 4
A Certificate of Completion and full ownership of the colony and the equipment will be presented at the OSBA Annual Meeting upon successful completion of the program criteria and positive evaluation by sponsoring association. The 4H scholarship recipient will attend the Saturday session of the OSBA Fall Conference to receive a completion certificate and retain ownership of the equipment. If the criteria is not met the youth and responsible guardian will be required to reimburse the OSBA $500. I have read and understand the above: Applicant Signature Parent or Guardian Signature Date Date Page 5
WAIVER/BINDER 4H Partnership Program - Waiver/Binder & Consent - 2017 We/I understand that neither the OSBA nor any of the Association members are liable for any accidents or injuries which may occur while my child,, is working with the aforementioned bees and equipment. We/I also understand the bee colony and equipment remain the property of OSBA, and cannot be sold, given away, transferred in any manner, or destroyed during the qualifying period without the written consent of the OSBA. In the event that, for any reason, can no longer pursue the beekeeping project, the OSBA Partnership Program Coordinator shall be notified and the equipment will be returned to the OSBA. Upon successful completion of the qualifying term, and the satisfaction of stated conditions, the recipient will be presented a Certificate of Completion of the program and ownership of the equipment will be transferred to the Program Scholar. If the criteria is not met the youth and responsible guardian will be required to reimburse the OSBA $500. PARENTAL CONSENT I am the above named applicant s parent or guardian. He/She is not known to be allergic to bee stings and has my consent to accept this scholarship if chosen. Furthermore, I agree that by signing this waiver I relieve the OSBA and their members from any and all liability for any accidents, mishaps, or other occurrences which may happen in the pursuit of this project. Parent or Guardian Signature Date I understand that by signing this I agree to the terms of the scholarship. I understand that there are certain risks involved in beekeeping, and I am willing to fully commit to work with my mentor towards a successful experience over the next year. If the criteria is not met the youth and responsible guardian will be required to reimburse the OSBA $500. Applicant Signature Parent or Guardian Signature Date Date Page 6
4H Partnership Program - Sponsor Agreement - 2017 Applicant s Name: Sponsoring Association: Name: Title (President, etc): Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: Mentor s Name: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail: I understand that mentorship plays a critical role in ensuring success of our new young beekeepers. The local beekeeping association agrees to provide: Membership for the applicant and their parents/guardians to the local association for a year including all privileges of a normal member. Free attendance to a beginner beekeeping class (if the association holds one). Assistance locating a local source of bees, nucleus (preferably) or a package that can be picked up. Mentorship to assist the student with questions and problems throughout the year. Association Signature Mentor's Signature Date Date Page 7
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Achievement Form Work Day For 4-H members completing an achievement form AND 4-H professionals who want to learn more! There will be two sessions: Morning: will cover basic information about completing the achievement form. Afternoon: will have work stations and coaches available to help attendees. Workshop attendees will find: Samples of achievement forms Verb lists to help enhance descriptions to use on form Items to include on achievement forms that may have been overlooked Experts who have either been successful or helped successful youth Attendees are encouraged to bring their previous or already started achievement form with them! Parents and advisors are also welcome! 12/17/16 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (Basic Overview) 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (Work Stations and One On- One Coaching) Nationwide Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center 2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43210 Cost: FREE! Contact: Hannah Epley, epley.24@osu.edu www.ohio4h.org CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information: http://go.osu.edu/cfaes.diversity.