4-H Hawaii

Camp KauKau!

Exciting aromas are wafting through the halls at the Agricultural Science Building within UH Manoa!

Camp KauKau is a delectable experience that offers middle schoolers a unique opportunity to explore Hawaii’s culinary heritage. Discovering the diverse ethnic fusions that have shaped our favorite foods within Oahu.

Tina Mueller, one of our program leaders, mentioned that this initiative aims to showcase how early Hawaiian settlers influenced the island's cuisine by incorporating their traditional foods and diets. Over time, the cultural exchange between diverse ethnic groups has woven together their unique culinary traditions, creating a rich tapestry of flavors and techniques that has not only contributed to Hawaiian cuisine's widespread popularity but also become an integral part of its distinct identity.

Throughout the week-long program, students learn kitchen and knife safety, workforce development skills, and cultural knowledge. They participate in engaging activities such as food matching games, "I am" poems, and recipe book creation.

The highlight for many was undoubtedly the delicious array of foods offered at the camp such as air fried malasada, banana lumpia and lots more delicious foods!
making it a top favorite among their experiences.

A common takeaway for students was the appreciation for exploring different Hawaiian cuisines and developing a heightened sense of responsibility through their culinary experiences, while also inspiring youth to appreciate the richness of food and heritage. The camp also fostered a sense of community that can be carried forward to future generations, creating a lasting impact on all involved.

There's still time to register for the contest. Entries are due on the 31st!

Registration is open for the GET Local 4-H Video Cooking Contest. This year winners will participate in an educational agriculture and culinary event. Registration is required to participate. Register at http://go.hawaii.edu/AD6 by March 25, 2024. Video Entries will be accepted through March 31, 2024.

Immediate openings for high school students to help mentor middle schoolers in an after-school program. See flyer for details and application process. Program will start in January.

The Family and Consumer Sciences faculty retreat was a great success. FCS would like to wish its HDFS, FDM, and 4-H faculty and staff a great start to Spring 2024!

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https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/about/4-h-success-stories/

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4-H Success Stories – Hawaii State 4-H Program 4-H Success Stories The Hawaii 4-H program contributes to the development of problem-solving, leadership, and community-service skills of its youth participants. Below are just a few of the many success stories. Savannah Katulski Dr. Alfred Mina Dr. Lauren Tamamoto Dr. Sandy Tsuneyoshi

Last month, on Saturday, October 7, 2023, the Lana’i Kauna’oa 4-H club participated in a Community Service event where they put together 160 Halloween gift packets for youth on Maui impacted by the wildfires. The packets included some healthy snacks, dental care products, and a personalized note of encouragement.

Another great example of 4-H serving the communities of Hawaii!

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Get up to speed on what CTAHR has been doing with the CTAHR Connections newsletter!

https://mailchi.mp/ctahr/ctahr-connections-november-2020-newsletter-10138368

CTAHR Connections October 2023 Newsletter

Please join the UGC for a morning of sharing and networking as we share some of the programs CTAHR has to offer with our local community. The event is also the UGC Fall Open House.

Saturday, October 14, 2023
Urban Garden Center
955 Kamehameha Highway
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Phone (808) 453-6050

Here is the direct link to pre-register for the event and workshops: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ugc-fall-open-house-on-a-second-saturday-tickets-709782306987?aff=oddtdtcreator

Also, check out the Giant Fruit and Vegetable Contest and the small but hopefully growing Keiki Open Market!

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Here's a link to the advertisement for the Hawaii 4-H Military Partnership Coordinator position. Please share with potentially interested people. Advertisement closes October 22.

Hawaii 4-H Military Partnership Coordinator
UH NEOGOV Direct link:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu/jobs/4136878/educational-specialist-80575t

4‑H civic engagement programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens who are actively engaged in their communities and the world. Youth learn about civic affairs, build decision-making skills and develop a sense of understanding and confidence in relating and connecting to other people.

Learn more at: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/programs/by-topic/civic-engagement/

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People have been involved with 4-h in Hawaii for over 70 years. It's a tradition!

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Military 4-H! The National 4-H Headquarters, at USDA, has established formal partnerships with Air Force Services Family Member Programs, Army Child and Youth Services, and Navy Child and Youth Programs to support positive youth development education for youth whose parents are serving in the military. 🍀

“In case of apocalypse, find the nearest 4-H club.”

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/08/21/4h-apocalypse-survival/?fbclid=IwAR1aKimMfs7f_KuydaKx6iolzTlt0wEiBs37FVUNqohwO5VRU3hDNzY87hU_aem_AUfQD6EvaWlcPYsSm6MCUzpQfs3UWFlZjEm45ePtrVYuRjp8Slav7GH185VG5X8tU9s

On Monday August 14, Associate Dean for Extension, Jeremy Elliot-Engel, and Kauai County 4-H Agent, Halie Cristobal, had the opportunity to present Senator Mazie Hirono with a special-framed “4-H Grows Here” sign to show appreciation for Senator Hirono’s support of the Hawaii 4-H Program. Senator Hirono was touring the Kauai Research and Extension Center on Kauai when the presentation was made. The senator was also recognized as this year’s Ali’i at the Ahaolelo State 4-H Conference earlier in July this year.

4-H military programs offer training and support to our on base 4-H clubs at Army and Navy Child and Youth programs—connecting military families to community 4-H programs in Hawaii!🍀 🍀

https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/programs/by-topic/military-partnerships/military-county-4-h/

4-H brings cultures and communities together. Five full-time 4-H agents serve the four county-level 4-H programs on six of the Hawaiian islands. Hawaii 4-H is probably one of the most culturally and racially diverse state 4-H programs in the United States. 🍀

https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/

Disaster simulation! ⛑ 4‑H civic engagement programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens who are actively engaged in their communities and the world. Youth learn about civic affairs, build decision-making skills and develop a sense of understanding and confidence in relating and connecting to other people.

https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/2023/03/22/spring-break-2023-disaster-prep/

Make a garden! Plant a tree! Raise a forest! The Junior Master Gardener Program (JMG) is an international youth gardening program of the university cooperative Extension network. JMG engages children in novel, “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that provide a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment and cultivate the mind. https://manoa.hawaii.edu/ctahr/4h/programs/programs-by-grant/jmg/

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Looking for juniors or seniors in high school to work part time after school for the Fall Semester. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Check out these goats! The 4-H livestock program provides youths aged 5-18 with hands-on learning opportunities by raising and training livestock. Participants learn humane animal husbandry skills and record-keeping. Students are responsible for the financial planning of their project, plus the daily care, feeding and training of their project animals. 🍀

A big thanks to Uncle Harry Cambra for his time, patience and efforts towards making the Hawaii State 4-H Livestock Show and Sale at Kualoa Ranch a big success.

Many countless hours goes into serving as President of the Hawaii 4-H Livestock Council, working with volunteers across the state to make the event possible each year. He truly leads by example!

A big mahalo to Paul and Verna Eguires for the countless hours they out in to the 4-H program on Oahu county and the Hawaii 4-H State Show and Sale.

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Hawaii 4-H Military Partnership Coordinator Position Announcement

The Hawaii 4-H program is in search of an education specialist to coordinate and deliver 4-H programming to military-connected youth and the adults who interact with those youth. Knowledge and experience related to 4-H and/or the needs of military-connected youth is desirable. Office location is on the University of Hawaii, Manoa campus in Honolulu. Great opportunity for the right person.

Link to the position announcement below. Note the closing date of August 10, 2023 for this announcement.

UH NEOGOV Direct link:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu/jobs/4136878/educational-specialist-80575t

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Now recruiting for new cohort starting July 17th. Contact Kelsey Nakao at [email protected] for more information.

Dates have been revised! Program now starts June 14th so still time to register for the Creating a Village summer program at the Pearl City Urban Garden Center. No cost to participate for middle students (incoming 6th - outgoing 8th grade) to learn life management skills. See flyer for details or contact Kelsey Nakao at [email protected]