Friday, May 3, 2024

Volume 5 Issue 15

Friday 4-H Nugget

Greetings 4-H Community,


Hey 4-H families, it's that time of year again to stock up on supplies for the Elkhart County 4-H Fair! We have poster boards, sleeves, cake forms, and basic electric project kits all ready for purchase by cash or check, at the Purdue Extension Office. Swing by during our regular hours, Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Plus, keep an eye out for extended hours on June 20!


Below you will also find reminders for Animal ID that is due May 15 and information about two Mini 4-H Camps.

All the best,


Robby Kelly, Sthele Greybar & Corey Sharp

Extension Educators

Animal ID - Important information


This weekend on May 4 is one of our biggest tagging days. Be sure to follow the map for directions on the fairgrounds.


May 15- All Animal ID information is due on 4-HOnline. Lease papers will also need to be uploaded online. DNA envelopes will need to be turned into the Extension Office. We are happy to help if you need assistance putting them into the computer system. If you miss this deadline you will be unable to show.


June 15- Make sure to complete the YQCA/QLC requirement. Our last in-person class is May 7. To sign up please call our office at 574-533-0554.


May 23-June 25- Fair Entry will be open to place your animals into classes. More details will be in the mail this month.

Mini 4-H Camps


Get ready to dive into the excitement of Mini 4-H Camps! Elkhart County is thrilled to present not one, but two action-packed day camps this year.


First up, mark your calendars for June 19, when we embark on a thrilling pioneer adventure at Bonneyville Mill Park. Mini 4-Hers will immerse themselves in nature, unravel the mysteries of a grist mill, and participate in a variety of thrilling games and activities.


Then, on June 26, it's all about making connections! Join us as we bridge the gap between our Mini 4-Hers and their families with many of our fantastic livestock clubs. Kids will have a blast mingling with a menagerie of animals, from cattle to chirpy poultry and even friendly canines.


Did we mention it's all absolutely FREE? Plus, we've got your lunch covered! Don't miss out on the fun—register today and let the adventure begin!


Mini 4-H Camp Registration

Mini 4-H Livestock Camp Registration

You are Invited to Michiana 4-H Camp!


Michiana 4-H Camp is for Elkhart County 4-H’ers in grades 3-6. We camp from June 4-7 at Camp Amigo in Sturgis, MI (26455 Banker St, Sturgis, MI 49091).


Seventeen older 4-H’ers have been trained to be camp counselors and will be joined by several 4-H volunteers/adult staff to lead this camp.

Approximately 80 campers will experience four days and three nights of nature hikes, outdoor cooking, craft classes, campfires and so much more! 

  • 4-Hers can register today at: 2024 Michiana 4-H Camper Registration
  • The cost for Elkhart County 4-H’ers is $100. This includes lodging, food and everything except transportation.
  • The deadline to register is May 15


Contact Sthele at sgreybar@purdue.edu or 574-533-0554 with any questions!


4-H Round-Up at Purdue - Registration Open!


Have you ever thought about attending a 4-H trip at Purdue University?

 

4-H Round-Up is an exciting opportunity offered to youth in grades 7-9 from June 24-26, 2024! The cost to attend is is $125 and the deadline to register is June 1!

 

  • Attendees have an opportunity to explore a variety of careers by attending classes created just for Round-Up attendees at Purdue University.
  • Participants will get a taste of college life and will live in a Purdue Residence Hall for two nights. Youth have an opportunity to meet others from across the state and further develop their leadership skills.
  • Recreation events are planned in the evenings and blocks of free time allow attendees the opportunity to build friendships on their own.
  • Use this Registration Booklet to determine career exploration classes and gather information needed to complete the online registration process.

 

Registration and all forms will be completed through 4-H Online. Contact Sthele Greybar at 574-533-0554 to begin the registration process!

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