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Rock County 4-H
Cloverpatch
February 2015
What’s Inside
Did You Know?.………………….……… 2
Club Happenings………………….……...3
Important Information for Volunteers!
Leadership………………………..…..…3-4
Special Projects & Activities………....4-6
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse or Neglect
Communication & Cultural Arts….….6-7
The 4-H Volunteer Behavior Expectation Agreement states that 4-H volunteers
will “report suspected verbal, sexual, physical abuse and/or neglect of youth to
the local authorities.” All UW System employees and staff, including all 4-H
Youth Development volunteers, are mandatory reporters of suspected child
abuse or neglect. Any volunteer who, while performing his/her volunteer role
in the 4-H program, suspects abuse or neglect of a child should promptly report
the incident to Rock County Human Services, the Rock County Sheriff’s
Department, or local police.
 To report Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. excluding holidays, contact the
Rock County Human Services Department at 757-5401.
 To report after 5:00 p.m. during the week or anytime on weekends or holidays,
contact the Rock County Sheriff’s Department at 757-2244. Ask to speak with
the child abuse after-hours worker.
Home and Family………………….….…..7
Animal Science……………….…..........7-9
Mechanical Science……………............10
Environmental Education……………..10
Fair Facts…………..………..…...………11
Cloverbud Corner…….………...……....11
Scholarship Opportunities………...….12
Calendar………………….….............13-14
Snip & Sends……….…………..……14-15
4-H Staff
Donna Duerst
4-H Youth Development Agent
For more information and training on reporting child maltreatment in Wisconsin,
go to http://wcwpds.wisc.edu/mandatedreporter/.
[email protected]
Megan Rebout
4-H Youth Development Advisor
[email protected]
Kim Mork
Support Staff
[email protected]
608-757-5696
Barb Francis
Volunteer Cloverpatch Editor
Submissions due 1st Friday of month
[email protected]
608-879-3562
Rock County
UW Extension Service
Office hours: 8 - noon and 1 - 5
Phone Number: 608-757-5696
Fax Number: 608-757-5581
Rock County UWEX Website
http://rock.uwex.edu/
Concealed Carry
The Behavior Expectation Agreement also states that 4-H volunteers “will not
conceal carry while acting in a volunteer role. I understand that if I am a shooting
sports volunteer, I am expected to openly carry/transport 4-H shooting sports
equipment in designated areas.”
Wisconsin has a law allowing residents to carry a concealed weapon with a
permit. However, in accordance with University of Wisconsin policy, employees
and volunteers are prohibited from carrying weapons, concealed or otherwise,
even with a valid permit, while performing their volunteer role. Certified leaders
in Shooting Sports have an exception and can open carry only, and only when
performing the functions of their Shooting Sports volunteer role.
Thank you to ALL our volunteers for your help in ensuring
a safe and educational environment for our youth
to learn and grow!
Wisconsin 4-H Website
http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/
“4-H is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship and life skills.”
Next Cloverpatch Submission Deadline
March deadline = February 6
Send articles to [email protected]. New
issues will be posted by the 4th Friday of the month at
http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/newsletter.
Scholarship Page
Attention, future college students: See page 12 for a list
of scholarships you may be qualified for!
Civil Rights Notice
Periodically, UW-Extension takes steps to assure that our
partners and users know and understand our policy of
nondiscrimination. This is to remind or notify you that the
University of Wisconsin- Extension does not discriminate in
the treatment of individuals, in the admission or access to
its programs and activities, in the provision of services, or
in employment.
Did You Know?
Contact Information Changes
We know that change happens all the time! If your email
address, address or phone number changes during the
course of the year, please take a moment to update your
account in 4HOnline. This will help ensure that you are
receiving all communication from the 4-H program.
Furthermore, UW-Extension will not participate with
organizations or in activities which discriminate on the
basis of any of the legally prohibited categories of
discrimination. Categories of prohibited discrimination
include race, color, gender/sex, creed, disability, religion,
national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental status, arrest or conviction record,
or membership in the national guard, state defense force
or any other reserve component of the military service.
New Procedure for Courthouse Doors
Please park in the front parking lot of the Courthouse for
all night meetings from now on! Effective immediately,
the back doors (upper/east side) will be locked every night
by 5:30 p.m. The front doors (lower/west side) will be unlocked ONLY when there are scheduled meetings. On
scheduled meeting nights, those doors will be locked by
8:00 p.m.
Consistent with the Americans With Disabilities Act,
persons who need materials in alternative format or
other accommodations must write or call the UWExtension contact person for the specific program or call
the main telephone number of the Rock County University
of Wisconsin – Extension Office, at (608) 757-5696, at
least ten (10) working days prior to the event. Individuals
who need TTD / TTY access may contact the Rock County
University of Wisconsin – Extension Office by using the
Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay System at 711.
A Resource for Everyone
The Wisconsin 4-H website (www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/) is a
resource you should check out! You’ll find info about:
projects
volunteering
publications
YLC
national opportunities
how & why to join 4-H
4-H Arts in Wisconsin
Upham Woods events
what STEM stands for
how to run a club
AND MUCH MORE!
On behalf of Rock County and the University of WisconsinExtension, we thank you for partnering with our faculty
and staff in their many educational endeavors. We
appreciate your continued support, as we provide
educational programs designed to empower the diverse
citizens of Rock County.
Finding Help When You Need It
Whether you’re new to 4-H or a 4-H veteran, sometimes
you’ll have questions. Try these resources:
 Websites: Rock Co. UWEX and State 4-H
 Some projects & clubs have websites or Facebook pages.
 Attend Junior and Senior Council meetings.
 Check with leaders in your club.
 Ask your 4-H friends.
 Call project superintendents (listed in the fair book).
 Stop by or call the Extension Office at the Courthouse
(757-5696) during business hours (M-F, 8 to 5, closed
noon until 1 daily).
You’ll find many helpful 4-H people along the way who
have much to offer…just ask around!
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Club Happenings
Leadership
Lima 4-H News
The Lima 4-H had a busy holiday season. They kicked off
November by heading to the Whitewater food pantry and
bagged almost 200 food baskets. In December they spent
the afternoon at Heartstone singing for the residents and
then made their way to Pizza Hut for a small get together.
A week later the members and leaders went back to the
food pantry and bagged close to 150 food baskets. The
potatoes and onions for both baskets were donated by a
club family and the chairman.
Junior Council Meeting February 23
7:30 p.m. - UW-Rock County
Attention, all 4-H members grade 7 and up! You are invited
to the next Junior Council meeting to meet new friends,
learn about leadership opportunities, and have fun. Be
there…don’t miss out on the fun! *Note: We are meeting
at UW-Rock County immediately following the Communications Arts Festival that starts at 5:30 p.m. If you are participating, plan to stay for the meeting. Otherwise come early
and listen to some of the presentations.
Lima is always looking for members so if you’re interested,
please contact Samantha Hookstead @ 262-473-2282.
Submitted by Amber Krebs-Lima reporter
Note for 4-H Ambassadors
The February Team Meeting will be February 16 at 6:00
p.m. in the Courthouse.
Bradford 4-H News
In December we had the kringle fundraiser sale. Also club
members made fleece tied blankets and hand delivered
them to the residents at Alden Meadow Park Nursing home
in Clinton. At the January meeting we had a collection for
a local food pantry. It’s scholarship time—senior students
need to complete forms, and college students need to submit 1st semester grades.
Reporter- Molly Kemp
Senior Council Meeting February 23
7:30 p.m. - UW-Rock County
All club chairs, co-chairs, and any interested leaders are
invited and encouraged to attend Senior Council meetings.
Senior Council meetings are usually held the fourth
Monday of the month (except July and December) at the
Courthouse. The date for February is Monday, February 23
at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is being held in conjunction with
the 4-H Communication Arts Festival at UW-Rock County,
so come early and listen to some of our talented 4-H public
speakers!
Center 4-H News
In December the Center 4-H club rang bells for Salvation
Army, donated to the Children's Christmas Benefit, and
took part in the Orfordville Lighted Holiday Parade. At the
December meeting the members made crafts to take home
and made Christmas cards for the VA hospital in Madison.
They also brought in food for the CUP food pantry and had
a cookie walk with all money going to CUP as well.
Wisconsin 4-H Youth Protection Program
In 2014-2015 we will again be complying with the Wisconsin 4-H Youth Protection Program. Leaders who completed
the leader application form and attended a leader orientation session need only to re-enroll with their club this year.
(All leaders must enroll via 4hOnline.)
River Valley 4-H News
December Report 2014: To kick off the holiday spirit we
had a very festive meeting. We had many yummy snacks
and beverages. The main highlight of the meeting was the
gift exchange. We each got very cool presents. Other than
that we had several games with friends. At this meeting
we all had a good laugh. For community service, many club
members participated in bell ringing for the Salvation
Army.
Lauren McKay, River Valley 4-H Reporter
NEW leaders will need to enroll online at https://
wi.4honline.com/. They must also attend a leader orientation session. The orientation schedule for 2015 is:
Wednesday, February 18 - 1:00 p.m. – Courthouse – NOTE
CHANGE OF DATE!!!
Tuesday, February 24 - 6:30 p.m. - Courthouse
To sign up, see the Snip & Send in this newsletter, or call
757-5696.
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PLEASE NOTE: The fee for the required Department of
Justice records check is $7.00, and that fee will be collected
at the orientation session.
Adult Chaperone Application for State and National Trips
If you enjoy working with teens, collaborating with others as
part of a unified leadership team, and experiencing another
part of the country, consider applying to serve as an Adult
Advisor to Space Camp in Huntsville, AL; Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) at Washington, D.C.; or National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, GA.
Leaders, please be sure you complete all the requirements
to be in compliance! Experienced leaders can refresh their
knowledge about Mandated Reporting in Wisconsin by
visiting http://wcwpds.wisc.edu/mandatedreporter/.
County Fair Deadline for Leader Passes!
This year, all 4-H leaders MUST be enrolled through 4-H
Online (https://wi.4honline.com/) no later than March 1,
2015, in order to be eligible for a discounted pass to the
Rock County Fair. You must also have completed the
Youth Protection Process (see previous article) by that
date.
Applications for 2015 state and national 4-H outreach program volunteer and staff Adult Advisors are available at
http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/volunteers/index.cfm. Scroll
down to “Special Opportunities”. The deadline to apply is
February 13.
Real Colors Workshop – Adult Learning Opportunity
March 21
Have you ever worked on a team with people who approached work differently than you do? Do you find yourself
wondering what their perspective is? Whether it be an Advisory Board, project committee, or even organizing with families for snack duty, you will always be working with others
who approach things differently. One of the best ways to
work efficiently in a team is to communicate thoroughly and
understand where other people’s strengths come from. At
the Real Colors Workshop you will:
 Understand human behavior,
 Uncover motivators specific to each temperament,
 Improve communication with others.
Call for County Leaders
Some clubs have leaders without project members, or
members without project leaders. If you are interested in
being a county leader in your project in addition to a club
leader, please call the UWEX Office to let us know. A county leader would be available to all clubs and be responsible
for additional workshops or programs in the 4-H project.
Volunteer Tax Deductions
A number of tax benefits are available for volunteers under
the general charitable deduction of the Internal Revenue
Code. Volunteers may deduct unreimbursed, out-ofpocket expenses directly related to a charitable organization such as 4-H if they itemize deductions for 2014. See
IRS Publication 526 at www.irs.gov/. Click on “Forms and
Pubs” and then “Current Forms and Pubs”.
The workshop is facilitated by your local trained Extension
Educators. Training will be held on Saturday, March 21 at
St. William's School cafeteria, 1822 Ravine Street, Janesville,
from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and the cost is $10 per person. It is
available to the first 25 adults who register. It will include
networking, coffee, snacks, and ah-ha moments. Register by
calling the UWEX office at 757-5696 to reserve your spot
now.
Full House
Rock County 4-H offers open enrollment, so new members
may join any time during the year. If your club does not
have room for new members, please call the UWEX Office
so we can consider this when doing club referrals for new
families. If your club is closed, you need to be consistent
and not allow anyone else to join for the remainder of the
current 4-H year. Clubs cannot choose or vote on who can
be members
Special Projects
& Activities
Wisconsin Judge Application for County Fairs
Have you ever wanted to be a judge at county
fairs? Think you have enough expertise to crown
the champion and best of class? Always wondered how to start? Begin by filling out your
judge application today at http://datcp.wi.gov/
Animals/Fairs_and_Shows/
Wisconsin_Fairs_Forms_and_Documents/index.aspx.
4-H Camp Dates
Mark your calendars for this year’s 4-H Camp at beautiful
Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells! This year’s camp will be
three nights: Wednesday, August 12 to Saturday, August 15.
Watch future newsletters for more details, registration, and
information on how to become 4-H Camp Staff!!
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erone. The positions will be filled first-come, first-served
and based on the number of youth registrations. All adults
will be contacted after February 6 whether or not they are
selected as chaperones. Adults not selected may still participate in the trip if there is room on the bus, and they must
pay for their own ticket.
Junior Council 4-H Ski-Trip
Friday, February 27
Cascade Mountain, Portage
Registration Deadline February 6
(must be in the UWEX Office by this date)
The Junior Council Planning Committee invites all Rock
County 4-H members 7th grade and up to join in the fun at
the ski trip to Cascade Mountain. Please note that this trip
is for 4-H members only. All participants are required to
ride the bus. The group will leave at 8:30 a.m. sharp from
the back parking lot at the Janesville Courthouse. They will
finish skiing at 4:00 p.m. and return to Janesville at approximately 5:45 p.m.
Put February 27 on your calendar, and if you have any
questions, contact Megan at 757-5696!
Bowling Bonanza Huge Success
The Jr. Council Bowling Bonanza held on December 26 at
Rivers Edge was a huge success. We had a great turn-out
with 87 youth between the ages of 6 and 19, representing
18 clubs! Jr. Council provided soda and door prizes that
were drawn throughout the afternoon, and four grand prizes
were given at the end of the event. Thanks to the committee members and chaperones for another great event!
This year’s group rate is $20 with or without equipment
and includes lift ticket, ski equipment rental, helmet, and
90-minute ski or snowboard lesson. (Snowboarding will be
allowed only if you have your own equipment. All snowboards must have a leash.) Skiers are highly encouraged to
take the free lessons!! Skiing is a lot more fun and safe if
you know the basics.
4-H Volleyball Tournaments - March 15 and 22
Attention, Clubs: The registration deadline is
March 2 for the 2015 4-H Volleyball Tournaments.
Get your team together and sign up to play at
Craig High School on March 15 for junior teams
and March 22 for seniors. Teams should report no later than
12:30 p.m. Play will begin at 1:00 p.m.
Jr. Council provides the transportation and insurance. For
the noon meal, please choose one of the following: bring a
sack lunch; pre-register for a $7 lunch voucher (choice of
hot dog, Ham/Ch burger, or corn dog, with fries and choice
of milk or regular size fountain drink); or bring money to
buy lunch in the resort cafeteria. The phone number for
Cascade Mountain is 608-742-5588.
4-H Basketball Tournament
We are pleased to announce that a basketball
tournament is being planned for April 12! New
this year, both the senior tournament and junior
tournament will be the same day. Information
was handed out at the January Senior Council Meeting.
If you would like to referee or volunteer, please call the
Extension Office at 757-5696.
To register for the ski trip:
1. Complete the registration form found at the back of this
newsletter or on the 4-H website, http://
fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/4hactivities/.
2. READ CAREFULLY, print out, and sign the Minor Rental
Waiver form, found at http://
www.cascademountain.com/waivers-forms.
3. Return the above with your total payment to the UWEX
office. The registration deadline is February 6. Registration is open to the first 40 youth on a first-come firstserved basis. People will be placed on a waiting list if
the bus is full. We must have at least 25 kids sign up.
4. Your Health Form on https://wi.4honline.com/ must be
up-to-date too.
Club Fundraising
If your club would like an opportunity to sell concessions at
the volleyball tournament, basketball tournament, or Music
& Drama Festival, please call the UWEX office or come to
Senior Council.
Porkfest Fundraising
If your club is interested in selling desserts at the annual
Pork Producer’s Porkfest, please call the UWEX office at
757-5696 by March 16. After this deadline, the Pork Producers will randomly draw four clubs from the list who may sell
desserts as a fundraiser. Even if your club has served in the
past, please sign up to put your name on the potential club
list.
Adult chaperones are needed, and their registration fee
will be paid by Jr. Council. We must have one adult (age 21
or older) for every 10 youth, or the trip will be canceled.
Chaperones with skiing ability are preferred. Adults willing
to chaperone must return their registration by February 6.
Returning the form does not guarantee selection as a chap5
International Opportunities
Communication
& Cultural Arts
Communication Arts Festival
Get your posters, creative writings,
and speaking presentations ready, and mark your
calendars! The Communication Arts Festival is coming!
It will be held again on the UW-Rock County campus, 2909
Kellogg Ave, Janesville, on Monday, February 23, starting at
5:45 p.m. Junior and Senior Council meetings will also be
held that evening at 7:30 p.m. at UW-Rock.
¡Hola! Konnichiwa! Hei! Annyeong!
Add a great big handful of excitement to your home next
summer by hosting an Argentine, Mexican, Japanese,
Norwegian, or South Korean young person for one month!
Summer 4-week international host opportunities include:
- Argentine youth 15-19 years old, approx. June 24-July
18.
- Japan/South Korean youth 12-15 years old, July 26Aug. 22
- Mexico youth 12-18 years old, approximately July 1-30.
- Norwegian 4-H’ers mostly 16-18 years old. About 30
youth will visit the U.S. from Norway, approx. June 24July 18.
Applications are due February 15 but will be accepted till
all youth are assigned. For more information and an
application, visit http://wi4hinternational.org/.
Get ready to join the fun and improve your communication
skills! You can register for public speaking opportunities,
posters, writing, public service announcement contests,
and, NEW this year, illustrated talk or PowerPoint. Cloverbuds are encouraged to participate as well! A flyer and
sign-up information are available on the Rock County 4-H
website at http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/4hactivities/.
Deadline to register is February 6, and some projects must
be turned in by this date as well. Any questions? Contact
Ariel Stefanczyk at [email protected] or 608-774-5075
or Ciera Ballmer at [email protected] or 608-931-8821.
Privyet! Plan ahead to host an international student for the
2015-16 school year from Ukraine, Kazakhstan,
Armenia, Moldova, and other Eurasian countries or the Asian
countries of Japan or South Korea. If you have enjoyed a
short term hosting experience or love working with students from other cultures, consider hosting a Japanese or
Eurasian student through the C.S.I.E.T.
approved 4-H/
Japan, South Korea, or Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX)
High School Programs. Students arrive in August and
depart in June. Requirements include having a genuine
interest, being flexible and willing to spend time with the
student, and having an extra bed available (not necessarily
an extra room). All adults in the family must complete the
Wisconsin 4-H Youth Protection program including background check. Previous hosting experience is not required.
A host brother or sister of high school age is not a prerequisite, and young or retired couples involved as 4-H leaders
are also urged to apply. The application deadline is February 15. This link has specific info about this program:
http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/onlinpro/documents/1516BrochureAYP-FLEX.pdf.
4-H ArtBeat!
It’s time to break out to the new beat!
The 4-H ArtBeat, that is!
Created for 4-H members in grades 3-5 and their parents
and leaders, 4-H ArtBeat! is the introductory program for
Wisconsin 4-H Arts and Communication! ArtBeat! South
will be held March 20 and 21, at our State 4-H Camp,
Upham Woods in the Wisconsin Dells. The weekend will
feature a look at a variety of Arts projects including music,
drama, visual arts, arts and crafts, juggling and more!
4-H members will explore their own creativity while
discovering the great variety of 4-H Arts & Communication
experiences available to them now and in the near future.
Session leaders will be 4-H older youth, adult leaders, and
4-H staff members with a wealth of experience to share.
Youth and adult participants will rotate through a variety of
sessions which are hands-on and active and held throughout camp, including outdoors. Both youth and adult participants stay in the cabins on cabin hill. Camp begins Friday
evening at 7 p.m. and ends Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m.
For additional info and applications, check out Wisconsin
4-H International Programs website at http://
wi4hinternational.org/, call (608) 262-2491, (608) 2621557, or e-mail [email protected].
If you’d like to join us, please complete the application
found at http://fyi.uwex.edu/wi4harts/artbeat/. The
application deadline is February 20.
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Market Steers, Barrows, & Lambs ID
The Rock County 4-H Fair is again requiring RFID tags and
DNA samples from each livestock animal. Individuals who
have identified animals for State Fair may use the State Fair
ID; however, you will still need to have a DNA sample on
file. Please see page 11 in the “Fair Facts” section of this
Cloverpatch issue for detailed information.
4-H Music & Drama Festival
May 9
Here's your club’s opportunity to shine on stage at the
2015 4-H Music & Drama Festival. You will again be performing on the Kirk Denmark Theatre stage in the Wells
Cultural Center on the UW-Rock County campus. Please
mark your calendars and join this fun opportunity to share
your talents.
2015 Wisconsin State Fair Market Animal Identification
New for 2015! Youth interested in showing market beef,
sheep or swine at the 2015 Wisconsin State Fair will need
to get their animal projects DNA/RFID identified through
the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC)
by the respective Wisconsin State Fair eligibility deadlines.
To obtain a DNA/RFID request form go to the Wisconsin
Livestock Identification Consortium website at http://
www.wiid.org/county-fair-dna-id-project.
Watch the March Cloverpatch for more details about the
Festival. Updated Music & Drama Guidelines will be distributed to club chairmen at the February Senior Council
meeting.
Home and
Family
2015 State Fair Entry Deadlines:
June 3 (1st Wednesday of June) – postmark for those
wishing to enter by submitting a paper entry and pay
fees with a check/money order.
June 17 (3rd Wednesday of June) for those wishing to
enter online and pay with a credit/debit card.
Foods Revue 2015 Registration
Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 11th.
Foods Revue will be held at the Craig Center
on the Rock County 4-H Fairgrounds. All
members enrolled in the Foods project are
eligible to enter. This is a fun way to design your menu,
place setting, and theme for a meal presentation.
For full information, visit http://wistatefair.com/
competitions/junior-livestock/.
Registration information is at the end of this newsletter
and is due March 31 to the Fair Office. If you have any
questions about this event, contact Deb Bader at 751-7952,
Foods Revue Superintendent.
MAQA Trainings
Meat Animal Quality Assurance
(MAQA) is a mandatory training for
EVERY youth who wishes to show
swine at the county fair OR State Fair.
All ages have the opportunity to take the class which will
certify you for one year. Ages 12 and older as of January 1,
2015, will also have a test-out option where certification
lasts for up to three years. MAQA fulfills the requirements
for Pork Quality Assurance (PQA). Members who show in
beef and sheep may become certified, but it is mandatory
for swine exhibitors.
Animal
Science
Area Animal Science Days in Rock County
Rock County has been selected to host Area Animal Science
Days for the Southeast region Thursday, June 18 at the
Rock County Fairgrounds. However, we need youth and
adults to help plan and volunteer for the day! More info
will be in upcoming newsletters, but mark the date on your
calendar now if you are interested in helping!
The training is conducted in partnership with the Rock
County Pork Producers. More information can be found at
http://fyi.uwex.edu/maqa/. If you missed the first training
on January 31, additional dates are:
 Thursday, April 23 – 6:00 p.m. Class, Test to follow,
Courthouse
 Tuesday, July 14 – 1:00 p.m. Class, Test to follow,
Courthouse
Joint Annual Banquet—Mark Your Calendar!
The Pork Producers and Beef Producers Joint Annual Banquet is February 28, at the Craig Center on the fairgrounds.
Mark this date on your calendar, and plan to attend!
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Horse & Pony Project Committee
The Horse & Pony Project Committee meets the first
Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Courthouse.
The next meetings are Thursday, February 5 and Thursday,
March 5. All Horse & Pony project and Horseless Horse
project leaders and parents are invited to attend all Horse
& Pony Project Committee meetings.
Dog Project “Train the Trainer” Clinic
Trainers, adult leaders, junior leaders, advanced dog
project members, and parents who are interested in
assisting trainers or becoming trainers:
Please mark your calendars to attend a “Train the Trainer”
clinic at the Craig Center on February 7 at 9:00 a.m. Please
RSVP to Katie: call or text 608-302-7101 or email
[email protected] by January 16 if you are planning
on attending. Late RSVPs are welcome, but please try to
let me know in advance, if possible.
“Learn More About Showing”
Horse & Pony Meeting
Do you have questions about showing
your horse or pony? This meeting is
just for you! Mark your calendars for
Wednesday, February 11, 7:00 p.m. at
the Craig Center on the fairgrounds.
This meeting will cover the specific
information you need to know about
safety, different styles of riding, tack (equipment), and
show attire. ANY Horse & Pony project members are welcome to attend, but we REALLY would like to see the 1st
and 2nd year members! This meeting is also for HORSELESS
HORSE project members! Hope to see you there!
Dog Project Orientation and Training
The first Dog project meeting of the year will be on March
5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Craig Center on the fairgrounds. All
4-H dog project members, junior leaders, adult leaders,
and parents are strongly encouraged to attend. This
orientation meeting will address expectations, rules, and
project changes, as well as introductions of the trainers.
Please do NOT bring your dogs to this meeting.
Horse & Pony/Horseless Horse Member Lock-In!
The Lock-In will be Friday, February 13 and Saturday,
February 14 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 409 E. Court Street
in Janesville (across from the Courthouse). The event
starts at 7:00 p.m. Friday with movies, games, and food!
Bring your sleeping bag and pillow because the fun continues on Saturday with crafts, learning, and lots more! There
is a $5 fee to cover expenses (such as pizza!) and we ask
that everyone bring a snack or soda to share. Call Jenna
Elliott at 608-751-3065 or e-mail Autumn Quinn at
[email protected]/ to register or if you
have questions. ALL Horse & Pony and Horseless Horse
project members are invited…please join us!
The first training session with your dogs will be Thursday,
March 12. All dogs must have a negative fecal check
(within 30 days of bringing them to training) and have
received their required vaccinations before they can be
allowed onto the fairgrounds for training (proof is
required). To keep up-to-date, please look for the Rock
County 4-H Dog Project on Facebook.
Dog project training continues every Thursday until the 4-H
Fair Obedience Show on June 27. Pre-Novice classes start
at 6:30 p.m. and advanced classes start at 7:15 p.m. Training for Showmanship will continue every Thursday until the
4-H Fair Showmanship Judging on August 1.
Rock County 4-H Tack Swap
Join us in the Craig Center at the fairgrounds on Sunday,
February 22, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the Rock County
4-H Tack Swap! There will be new and used tack, supplies,
show clothes, boots, blankets, helmets…if you need it, we’ll
have it, and admission is free! If you have items to sell, one
6-foot table is $5.00. The cost for vendors is $25.00. All
tables must be reserved ahead of time and tables/spaces
will not be held without payment. If you have questions or
would like to reserve a table/space, contact Autumn Quinn
at [email protected]/. See you at the
Tack Swap!
Dog Project Fundraiser
As a fundraiser, the 4-H Dog Project will be hosting the
Belgian Tervuren Dog Show on March 6, 7, and 8 at the
Rock County Fairgrounds. Set-up for the show will occur
after the meeting on March 5. Anyone who can stay after
the orientation meeting and help with set-up will be greatly appreciated. As host, the Dog Project is in charge of the
food stand. Please bring baked goods, soda, or other food
items to sell during the show. This fundraiser helps fund
the cost of awards for fair.
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Cat Project Contact People
Please direct questions about the Cat project to:
 Sondra Austin, 754-0134 or [email protected]
 Judy Karstaedt, 365-2441 or 289-0500 or
[email protected].
Pre-Fair Cat Show
April 4
The Rock County 4-H Pre-Fair Cat
Show will be held in the Craig
Center at the Fairgrounds. Checkin time is 8:00 - 9:30 a.m., and
the show starts at 9:45 a.m. with dress-a-cat. You can
begin your showmanship test and interview at 8 a.m. The
entry fee is $10 for one cat and $5 for each additional cat,
and entries are limited to four cats. Other classes you can
enter are: poster or display, photography, drawing and
painting, decorate a cage, and dress-a-cat at no extra cost.
County Cat Project Meeting
February 17
7:00 p.m.
Craig Center, Fairgrounds
Come and join Cat project members and leaders from around
the county to learn more about proper grooming of your cat.
There will also be a power point on filling out the Pre-Fair
Cat Show registration entry form. Bring your helpful tips and
questions and join the fun. If you did not receive the Rock
County 4-H Cat Project Booklet at the January meeting, it is
available at http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/4-h-projects/catproject/.
ALL 4-H members are welcome to participate. You do
NOT have to be a member of the Cat project to enter
your cat in this show!
Cloverbuds are encouraged to enter the special "toy cat"
class in the show. Cloverbuds will have special classes
(see entry form) in this show. You can also enter the cage
decorating contest and dress your cat contest, as well as
the poster contest, drawing and painting, photo contest,
and showmanship!
Cat Project Vaccine Clinic
February 17
5:00-6:45 p.m.
There will be a vaccine clinic for project animals from 5:00 –
6:45 p.m., prior to the February 17th Cat project meeting at
the Craig Center at the fairgrounds. This clinic is for Cat
project animals only, and members must sign up ahead of
time like last year. Members will be able to have their
project animals examined and vaccinated for distemper
and rabies for a low cost. All animals must be in a carrier.
To enter, please complete the entry form in the Rock
County 4-H Cat Project Booklet you received (or it is
available at http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/4-h-projects/catproject/) and return it to the Fair Office. The entry
deadline is March 20—don’t miss it!
Pre-registration is required by February 12. Contact Angie
Hoops at 608-931-7143 (phone call/text), on Facebook, or
email at [email protected] with questions or to register.
Volunteers Needed for Pre-Fair Cat Show!
Volunteers are needed Friday, April 3, at 6:00 p.m. at the
Craig Center to help set up for the Pre-Fair Cat Show. All
those who help will also be able to decorate their cages at
this time. In addition, members can earn BONUS Cat Cash
by helping with set up AND/OR clean up on April 4!
A special thanks to Badger Veterinary Hospital, Janesville, for
making this opportunity available.
Important Cat Vaccination Deadlines
Your cat’s vaccinations must be current by:
March 13 to show your cat in the Pre-Fair Cat Show on April 4.
April 10 to show your cat at the Fair Cat Show on May 2.
Be aware of these important deadlines!
February 5
Rabbit Project Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Craig Center, Fairgrounds
Project members and leaders are encouraged to attend this fun and
informational meeting to learn more about the Rabbit project from a
judge’s point of view. Discussion will be held on selecting your rabbit,
proper grooming techniques, and showing your rabbit.
There are also two rabbit shows coming soon. The Elkhorn Lakeland
show is February 15 and the Jefferson Badger show is March 15.
If you have any questions, contact Robin Heath at 608-289-2720.
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Mechanical
Science
Environmental
Education
Mechanical Sciences Project Meeting
There will be an orientation meeting for ALL members,
leaders, and parents in Rocketry, Bicycle, Models, Aircraft,
and Small Engines on Thursday, February 19 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Courthouse. The 2015 project calendars will be
distributed and important information on rules, fair book
changes, and procedures will be discussed, so plan on
attending!
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not attend this meeting, you may
not receive the project calendars and NEW information
on the year’s events, including fair judging! It is VERY
important for everyone to attend! Mark the date NOW!
Attention, Naturespace Members and Leaders:
Important Updates and Reminders
Regarding Fair Book Information
In addition to information that appears in the 2015 Fair
Book, please note:
- If you have questions about specific Naturespace projects,
call the following resource people before calling the
superintendents:
 Wildflowers - Mary Stanley (608-883-6628)
 Insects - Chris Williams (608-868-7190)
 Geology - Diane Kane (815-703-6765)
 Birds - Kathy McCoy (608-882-6827)
- All classes are judged face-to-face.
- Read rules carefully.
- Descriptions and other pertinent information must not
be plagiarized. All sources must be cited. Include
references.
- Leaders and/or parents may assist in a small percentage
of the work as appropriate for age and skill level.
- Specimens must be observed or collected in the wild.
The “wild” can be defined as a back yard, a state
park, farm field, roadside, etc. Zoos and similar commercial enterprises are not considered “the wild”
and may not be used for “sightings”.
- Entry tags may be placed at exhibitor’s discretion but
should not detract from the exhibit and its message.
- For general information and clarification or assistance
with your exhibits, call Janet Kassel at 608-876-6311.
MORE Mechanical Sciences Meetings!
Members, leaders, and parents will have the opportunity to
learn about the different aspects of the Mechanical Sciences project by participating in the following meetings:
Thursday, Feb. 26 - 6:30 p.m. and repeated at 7:30 p.m.
– Bicycles and Models
Thursday, March 19 – 6:30 p.m. and repeated at 7:30 p.m.
– Small Engines and Aircraft
Thursday, March 26 – 6:30 p.m.
– Rocketry
All meetings will be held at the Courthouse and will be
large group meetings, so everyone in attendance can learn
about all of the topics! Please mark your calendars and
plan on joining us!
Spot Landing Rockets – NEW THIS YEAR
This year’s Spot Landing Rocket is the Comet Chaser…and
the Alpha…and the Viking….and the Wizard! That’s right!
For the first time this year you
can use ANY one of those rockets
as your Spot Landing rocket! One
rocket and three A8-3 engines
cost $10.00 and will be available
at the February 19 Mechanical
Sciences Orientation meeting.
Don’t wait…get your rockets right
away!
Upham Woods “Woods Writings”
Check out the latest news from Upham Woods! Follow this
link to the latest edition of the “Woods Writings” newsletter! http://fyi.uwex.edu/uphamwoods/woods-writingsnewsletters/.
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Fair
Facts
Fair Market Livestock Exhibitors
Exhibitors wishing to exhibit market steers, market barrows, and/or market lambs at the 2015 Rock County 4-H
Fair will need to self-identify their animals with an official
Rock County 4-H Fair RFID identification tag in addition to
submitting an official DNA hair sample. RFID identification
tags, identification documentation forms, and DNA sample submission envelopes are available for pick up starting
March 7, 2015 at the Stock Pavilion, or starting March 9,
2015 at the Rock County 4-H Fair Office.
Attention, Club Chairpersons
Premium Book Pick Up
The 2015 Rock County 4-H Fair Premium Books will be
available for pick up starting February 23rd. The books
can be picked up during regular business hours at the Fair
Secretary’s Office on the fairgrounds or from 5-7 before the
February Sr. Council Meeting. Please call Mary at the Fair
Office with any questions 755-1470.
The exhibitor and/or project leader must self-identify his/
her animals by placing the official Rock County 4-H Fair
RFID tag in the animal’s ear, collecting a DNA hair sample,
and completing the animal identification documentation
form. DNA samples, with the identification documentation must be returned to Rock County 4-H Fair Office no
later than May 8, 2015.
Online Fair Entries
The Rock County 4-H Fair entries will be completed online
by all exhibitors for the 2015 Rock County 4-H Fair. More
information will be coming soon.
Animals must be identified in the exhibitor’s name or in
an immediate family member’s name. If animals are
identified in the immediate family name, all siblings’
names MUST appear on the top of the form. Family
identified animals need only to submit one form and pay
for one DNA sample per animal identified. Youth who fill
out an individual form can only show the animals identified on the form; they will not be eligible to show their
siblings’ animals if they are not identified in the family
name. Cousins are not considered immediate family and
may not co-identify the same animal.
Queen Participates at Wisconsin Fairest Contest
The 2014 Rock County 4-H Queen, Kristen Broege,
participated in the Wisconsin Fairest of the Fair Competition
held during the Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention at
the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, January 4-7. Kristen
was one of 41 candidates competing for the 2015 Wisconsin
Fairest of the Fair title. Kristen did a great job representing
the youth of Rock County at the Wisconsin Association of
Fairs Convention and Fairest contest.
The cost for each animal tag is $2.50 and each DNA
sample card is $2.50. Exhibitors are responsible for
payment on all issued tags, sample cards used, and any
unused that are not turned back in. Any unused tags and
sample cards must be returned to the Fair Office. A credit
will be issued for unused tags and cards. Completed identification documents and DNA sample cards will only be
accepted with full payment.
Have you signed up for the
Communication Arts Festival ?
There is still time to join the FUN!
Cloverbuds can make a poster or
recite the 4-H pledge for the judge.
There will be an informational meeting held Saturday
March 7, 2015, at 1 p.m., at the Rock County Fairgrounds
in the Stock Pavilion for anyone with questions regarding
the new tagging and DNA sampling procedures. ID
materials will be available for pick up afterwards.
See the article on page 6.
Find the flyer in the January Cloverpatch
or on the UWEX website!
The Festival is February 23.
The deadline to enter and to turn in your
poster is February 6.
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Scholarship Opportunities
Rock County 4-H Fair Alumni Association Scholarships
The Rock County 4-H Fair Alumni Association is pleased to offer twelve $500 scholarships to Rock County 4-H and
FFA members who have participated in the Rock County 4-H Fair. Students who will graduate from high school in
spring 2015, as well as 2014 high-school graduates who currently are in their first year of post-secondary school,
are eligible. See http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/forms-and-applications/ for more info and an application form.
Deadline is February 14. Questions or requests for scholarship applications may be addressed to Jane Metcalf at
[email protected].
Rock County Ag Scholarship Program
The 2015 Rock County Ag Scholarship Program is open to 2015 graduating high school seniors and students
currently enrolled in a college or technical school program. Ten to twelve scholarships ranging from $300 to $500
will be awarded through this program in 2015. Students need not pursue an Ag-related career to apply. Applications are available at http://rock.uwex.edu/2014/12/16/2015-rock-county-agricultural-scholarship/. Applications
are due March 2 to the UWEX Office.
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarships
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation will award more than $10,000 in scholarships to outstanding Wisconsin students
pursuing higher education in 2015. Scholarships are awarded to students based on demonstrated personal growth,
development and leadership, academic performance, and future educational goals. Applications must be received
on or before March 15. For full details regarding this scholarship opportunity, see http://wis4hfoundation.org.
Dairy Promotion Board Scholarship
The Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board will award scholarships to first year full time college students
during the 2015-16 school year who are pursuing dairy-related or food science degrees in two- or four-year
Wisconsin’s schools. See http://wistatefair.com/competitions/dairy-promo-board/ for info and application form.
Deadline is March 27.
HCE Scholarships
Rock County Home and Community Educators are proud to award two scholarships ($400.00/each) to Rock County
residents enrolled in, or about to enroll in, a Family Living or related field at an accredited college, university, or
vocational-technical school. Scholarships are awarded at completion of the semester, providing a “C” average is
maintained. Application deadline is March 31. Scholarship info can be found at http://rock.uwex.edu/2014/12/05/
scholarship-application-for-family-living-related-studies/.
Dairy Youth Recognition Auction Scholarship
A portion of the proceeds from the Dairy Youth Recognition Auction are set aside to fund educational scholarships
and dairy youth programs. Scholarship application and qualifications will be found at the Rock County UWEX website. Please watch for information to be posted. Applications will be due July 1.
Fur & Feather Scholarship
The Rock County 4-H Fur & Feather Scholarship is available to any members in the Goat, Rabbit, and Poultry projects. Applications will be available from and must be returned to respective Superintendents by Tuesday, July 27,
at fair check-in.
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FEBRUARY 2015 CALENDAR
If you need more info about these events, visit http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/ and click on “4-H Calendar”.
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WSBVI 4-H meeting – 6:45 p.m.
Horse & Pony Project Committee meeting, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
Rabbit project meeting, Craig Center, Fairgrounds - 7:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: Communication Arts Festival registrations, posters, creative writing, and PSA entries due to UWEX Office
DEADLINE: Cascade Mountain ski trip registrations due to Extension Office
DEADLINE: March Cloverpatch submissions due to [email protected]
Dog project "Train the Trainer" clinic, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 7:00 p.m.
“Learn More About Showing” Horse & Pony Meeting, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 9:00 a.m.
DEADLINE: Cat project vaccine clinic pre-registrations due to Angie Hoops
DEADLINE: Adult chaperone applications for state and national trips due to State 4-H Office
DEADLINE: Rock County 4-H Fair Alumni Association scholarship applications due to Jane Metcalf
Horse & Pony/Horseless Horse Member Lock-In, Trinity Episcopal Church, Janesville – 7:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: International program hosting inbound students applications due to State 4-H Office
4-H Ambassador Team meeting, Courthouse – 6:00 p.m.
Jr. & Sr. Council Executive Board meetings, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
WSBVI 4-H meeting – 6:45 p.m.
Cat project vaccine clinic and meeting, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.
NEW DATE! Youth Protection and New Leader Orientation, Courthouse – 1:00 p.m.
Mechanical Sciences project orientation meeting, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: 4-H ArtBeat! registrations due to State 4-H Office
Rock County 4-H Tack Swap, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
4-H Communication Arts Festival, UW-Rock County – 5:45 p.m.
Junior & Senior Council meetings, UW-Rock County – 7:30 p.m.
2015 Rock County 4-H Fair Premium Books available for pick up at Fair Office by club chairpersons
Youth Protection and New Leader Orientation, Courthouse – 6:30 p.m.
Funtertainment, Beloit Public Library – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Bicycles and Models project meetings, Courthouse – 6:30 p.m. and repeated at 7:30 p.m.
Cascade Mountain ski trip
March Cloverpatch available at http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/newsletter
Beef & Pork Producers Annual Banquet, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 5:30 p.m.
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If you need more info about these events, visit http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/ and click on “4-H Calendar”.
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DEADLINE for 4-H Leader enrollments on https://wi.4honline.com/ in order to be eligible for discounted fair pass
DEADLINE: Registrations for 4-H Junior and Senior Volleyball Tournaments due to UWEX Office
DEADLINE: Rock County Ag Scholarship applications due to Nick Baker, UWEX Office
WSBVI 4-H Meeting – 6:45 p.m.
4-H Dog Project Orientation (do not bring your dogs), Craig Center – 6:30 p.m.
Horse & Pony Project Committee meeting, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: April Cloverpatch submissions due to [email protected]
4-H Dog Project fundraiser at Belgian Tervuren Dog Show, Rock County Fairgrounds
Fair market steers, barrows, and lambs ID meeting, Stock Pavilion, Fairgrounds – 1:00 p.m.
4-H Dog Project Training; continues every Thursday in March, Craig Center – 6:30 and 7:15 p.m.
DEADLINE: Cat vaccinations must be current by this date to show at Pre-Fair Cat Show
DEADLINE: Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarship applications due to the Foundation
Junior Volleyball Tournament, Craig High School, Janesville - 12:30 p.m.
DEADLINE: Porkfest club fundraising requests due by phone call to UWEX Office
Jr. & Sr. Council Executive Board meetings, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
Cat project meeting, Craig Center, Fairgrounds – 7:00 p.m.
WSBVI 4-H Meeting – 6:45 p.m.
Small Engines and Aircraft meeting, Courthouse – 6:00 p.m. and repeated at 7:00 p.m.
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DEADLINE: Pre-Fair Cat Show entries due to Fair Office
Real Colors Workshop, St. Williams School cafeteria – 9:00 a.m. to noon
Senior Volleyball Tournament, Craig High School, Janesville - 12:30 p.m.
4-H Ambassador Team meeting, Courthouse – 6:00 p.m.
Jr. & Sr. Council Meetings, Courthouse – 7:00 p.m.
Funtertainment, Beloit Public Library – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Rocketry meeting, Courthouse – 6:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board Scholarships applications due by email, transcripts by mail
April Cloverpatch available at http://fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/newsletter
DEADLINE: Rock County Home and Community Educators scholarship applications due to UWEX Office
DEADLINE: Foods Revue registrations due to Fair Office
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rock County 4-H Youth Protection Program Registration
Name: ___________________________________ Phone number: ____________________
Club: ____________________________________
I will attend the Volunteer Orientation on (please check one):
_____Wednesday, February 18 - 1:00 p.m. – Courthouse – NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!
_____Tuesday, February 24 - 6:30 p.m. - Courthouse
Please mark your calendar, as confirmation notices will NOT be sent!
Please bring $7.00 for the required Department of Justice records check with you to the
orientation.
Please return this form to 4-H Youth Protection Program, Rock County UWEX Office, 51 S. Main
Street, Janesville, WI 53545, or call 757-5696, or e-mail your response to [email protected].
Remember….
If you receive the
Cloverpatch in
print format, you
can go to the web
version to print
Snip & Sends so
you won’t have to
cut up your newsletter!
http://
fyi.uwex.edu/4hrock/
newsletter/
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Foods Revue Registration Due – March 31 (firm deadline)
****Return to: Fair Office/Foods Revue, P.O. Box 606, Janesville, WI 53547-0606
Exhibitor Name ____________________________________Phone________________________
Address, City and Zip Code_________________________________________________________
Club________________________________________________________________
Class________________________ Lot # _____ Grade _____ Exhibitor No.________
I can help: ____set up
____take photos of exhibitors ____work at registration table
____kitchen hostess (with equipment)
____work at taste/refreshment table
CLASS L Foods Revue – Grades 3 & 4
(First Year Exhibitors Only)
Lot Number:
1. Nutritious Snack
2. Lunch
3. Breakfast
CLASS M Foods Revue – Grades 4 & 5
(If exhibitor is in 4th grade, he/she must be a
2nd year exhibitor in Foods Revue)
1. Lunch
2. Dinner
3. Picnic
CLASS N Foods Revue – Grades 6 & 7
1. Brunch
2. Dinner
3. Party
4. Meal using Wisconsin products
CLASS O Foods Revue – Grades 8 & 9
1. Tailgate Party
2. Dinner
3. Party or Holiday Meal
4. Low Budget Meal
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CLASS P Foods Revue – Grades 10 & up
1. Dinner
2. Party or Holiday Meal
3. Ethnic Meal
4. Modified Meal
4-H Ski Trip Registration February 27 – Registration deadline: February 6
Please complete a separate form for each person. Copy this form if needed. Registration must be in the UWEX Office
by 5 p.m., February 6. The total payment must be included with your registration. Make checks payable to Rock County
4-H Jr. Council.
Name ______________________________________ Age____ Club___________________________________
This information needed only if using rental equipment: Height ________ Weight_________ Shoe size __________
___ I am bringing my own equipment
City, State & Zip _____________________________________________________________________
Email address________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian name_______________________________________ Phone_____________________
Skis, boots, helmet & lift ticket - $20 …………………………………………………… $________
Food voucher (variety of hot sandwiches, fries & soda/milk) - $7………$________
Total (check payable to Rock 4-H Jr. Council)………………………………………… $________
Completed and enclosed Cascade Release of Liability Form
-everyone must complete)
(print it at http://www.cascademountain.com/waivers-forms
My 4HOnline Health Form is up to date
*Parent/Guardian: I give my permission for _________________________ to participate in the Rock County 4-H Ski
Trip to Cascade Mountain, February 27.
Signature of parent/guardian ______________________________________ Date__________________
*Contact person in case of emergency: Name____________________________ Phone________________
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4-H Ski Trip Chaperone – Registration deadline: February 6
Name_____________________________________________________ Are you over 21? ___yes ___no
This information needed only if using rental equipment: Height ________ Weight_________ Shoe size __________
___ I am bringing my own equipment
City, State & Zip______________________________________________________________________
Club_______________________________ Phone ___________________________________________
City, State & Zip _____________________________________________________________________
Email address_______________________________________________
Food voucher (variety of hot sandwiches, fries & soda/milk) - $7………$________
Total (check payable to Rock 4-H Jr. Council)………………………………………… $________
Completed and enclosed Cascade Release of Liability Form
-everyone must complete, including adults)
(print it at http://www.cascademountain.com/waivers-forms
*Contact person in case of emergency:
Name____________________________ Phone____________________
Return application and registration fees to 4-H Ski Trip, UWEX Office, 51 S. Main St., Janesville, WI 53545 (include all
completed forms needed).
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University Extension Rock County
U. S. Department of Agriculture
51 South Main Street
Janesville, WI 53545
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
Paid
Janesville, WI 53545
Permit No. 1230
OFFICIAL BUSINESS
Penalty for Private Use, $300 (604)
Return Service Requested
University of Wisconsin - Extension, Rock County Staff
Phone 608-757-5696 Fax 608-757-5581
Donna Duerst
Rock County 4-H Youth Development Agent
Email: [email protected]
Megan Rebout
Rock County 4-H Youth Development Advisor
Email: [email protected]
Bad Weather Cancellation Policy
Winter weather may force cancellation of some 4-H events. The official cancellation
policy of Rock County UW-Extension requires posting on the WCLO/WJVL cancellation
website. Because many areas of Rock County lack high-speed internet access and posting
may take some time, we have adopted the following notification system for 4-H activities.
1. If a function is cancelled, a message will be posted at 608-757-5690.
2. Cancellations of night functions must be made by 4:30 p.m.
3. Project leaders must notify the UW-Extension Office of cancellations. Please call 608757-5696 to notify our office of a cancellation.
Thank you for your cooperation.
For more information,
visit our website at
http://rock.uwex.edu/4-h-youth-development/
An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming,
including Title IX and ADA requirements.
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