Country Kids And Critters 4H Club

Today marks one week from 4-H General Project Entry Day!
Here are a few reminders:
- General Project Judging is from 3-6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30
- Check in with Cacia when you arrive (the 4-H area is on the Cattle Barn side of the exhibit building)
- If you would like your premium check mailed to you, make sure to bring a self-addressed envelope and stamp so we can mail it to you after the fair.
- Remember to pick up your parking passes on Tuesday, July 30th from 3-6 p.m.
- 4-H livestock exhibitors can also check out an exhibitor harness for the week.

* Make sure you check out the full schedule of events: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18n0jadf9kvnl5OK3bwwtCg8csbGfJmWSYCxn11TZdhw/edit?usp=drivesdk

We are less than a week away from the start of the 4-H Showcase at the St Louis County fair!
Here is the updated schedule of events:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18n0jadf9kvnl5OK3bwwtCg8csbGfJmWSYCxn11TZdhw/edit?usp=sharing

Come and discover all things creepy and crawly in this fun adventure-packed day camp! Each day, youth will learn about how important bugs are to our daily lives! The camp is free and field trips, lunch, and snacks will be provided.

Who: Grades: K-6 (must have completed kindergarten)
When: August 19-23 from 9 AM - 3 PM
Where: Pine Mill Court Conference Room (442 Pine Mill Court Virginia)
Cost: Free!
Register by Monday, August 5, 2024 at: https://nsl4hbugrangers24.4honline.com/ #/public/ins_x/evt_4u1

4-H Premium Check Reminder ~
All youth who plan to participate in a local 4-H Showcase Event during the County Fair will receive a premium check.

These checks will be available for pick up as follows:
- St. Louis county Fair - Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 4-6pm at the St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Chisholm
or
- Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 11am-5:30pm at the Government Service Center in Virginia

If those dates and times will not work for you to pick up your check, you can provide us with a self-addressed envelope and stamp during 4-H general project judging at the fair on Tuesday, July 30.

It is extremely important that these checks are picked up and cashed in a timely manner as they do expire 30 days after they are written.

The Deadline to register for the 2024 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm is midnight tonight, July 15!

Just a reminder, families are required to register their 4-H showcase exhibits in FairEntry
https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/19974

Please refer to the 4-H Showcase Guide for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pysfwoO45_Z-oy6r5XqLV_W7HQZu75Hl/view

Your help is needed before, during, and after the County Fair- both in the 4-H building and on the grounds.
For every hour that 4-H volunteers work on the grounds (not in the 4-H building), the Federation receives a financial donation from the County Fair Board. This donation is used to help fund the 4-H Federation.
If all families work at least one shift, it makes a significant contribution to our Federation budget. As a “thank you” for volunteering, you will receive a free parking pass and gate pass for the County Fair for each day you volunteer.
Gate passes are to be picked up on Tuesday, July 30 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. in the 4-H building.
* Please sign up by Monday, July 15 at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49AFAF2BA2FAC61-48291294-north
* More information on what each volunteer slot entails is available at: https://z.umn.edu/slcf-4h-volunteer-hours

4-H scholarships, grants and awards Apply for scholarships, grants and awards available to college-bound 4-H members and alumni.

The 2024 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm is fast approaching!

Just a reminder, families are required to register their 4-H showcase exhibits in FairEntry @ https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/19974

The fair registration closes July 15th.

Please refer to the 4-H Showcase guides for more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pysfwoO45_Z-oy6r5XqLV_W7HQZu75Hl/view?usp=sharing

Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions regarding the fair registration process!

Each year, St. Louis County 4-H recognizes many different youth, volunteers, and clubs for their service and dedication to 4-H over the last year.

Nominations are now open for the following awards:
- Outstanding 4-H Club
- Outstanding General Project Youth
- Outstanding Livestock Project Youth
- Outstanding 4-H Cloverbud
- Outstanding 4-H Volunteer

To nominate an individual for an award, please complete the form at: https://forms.gle/fYw95z8nD9BhBW5N9

Deadline for nomination is July 15, 2024.

Come and discover all things creepy and crawly in this fun adventure packed day camp! Each day, youth will learn about how important bugs are to our daily lives! Field trips, lunch, and snacks will be provided.

When: August 19-23 from 9am - 3pm
Where: Pine Mill Court Conference Room (442 Pine Mill Court Virginia, MN)
Cost: Free!
Grades: K-6 (must have completed kindergarten)

Register here: https://nsl4hbugrangers24.4honline.com
Registration closes Monday, August 5, 2024

Have you heard that 4-H is having a Pinewood Derby Race on Friday, August 2 at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm? If you are interested, you need to act fast!

Pinewood Derby kits are only available until June 30.

The Pinewood Derby is a wood car racing event. Youth will design and build their own race car from wood, plastic wheels, and metal axles. Then race their car on a gravity-fed track against others in heats until a winner is determined.

A practice run of all cars will be offered for 4-H youth on Monday, July 15, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Chisholm. Come when you can!

Please contact Nicole at 218-404-6596 for more information.

Now taking orders for the 2024 St. Louis County 4-H T-shirts and hooded sweatshirts! Order forms available at: https://z.umn.edu/slc-4h-clothing-order-from

* 4-Hers Showcasing at either of the County Fairs in St. Louis County will automatically receive a free T-shirt.

All order forms must be returned with payment by Monday, July 15 and orders will be ready for pick-up starting July 30.

Checks should be made payable to "SLC 4-H Federation" and sent with payment form to:
SLC Extension
Government Service Center
201 S 3rd Ave W
Virginia, MN 55792

All youth who plan to participate in a local 4-H showcase event during the County Fair will receive a premium check.

These checks will be available for pick up as follows:
- South St. Louis County Fair- Sunday, July 7th at 4:00pm at the South St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Proctor
- St. Louis county Fair- Wednesday, Aug. 7th from 4-6pm at the St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Chisholm or Tuesday, August 13 from 11am-5:30pm at the Government Service Center in Virginia

* If those dates and times do not work for you to pick up your check, you can provide us with self-addressed envelope and stamp during 4-H general project judging on:
- South St. Louis County Fair- Tuesday July 2nd
- St. Louis county Fair- Tuesday July 30th

** It is extremely important that these checks are pick up and cashed in a timely manner as they do expire 30 days after they are written.

The Extension Office is closed today in commemoration of Juneteenth.
Still learning about Juneteenth?
Here's a great resource from the Smithsonian to help you and the youth in your life learn more:https://nmaahc.si.edu/sites/default/files/files/nmaahc_kids_-_juneteenth_resource.pdf

4-H Artist Camp - Ready, set, create! We will explore famous artists and their style of artwork, then create our own art inspired by you!

When: There are two session option to choose from:
July 15 - July 18 or July 22-26 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Who: Youth in grades 3-5

Cost: Free! - Thanks to our business sponsors!

Registration: Open now through 4honline.com.
Registration closes July 10.

Our first virtual 4-H/FFA crop scouting webinar is here! This opportunity is open to 3rd grade and above, adult volunteers, or coaches. Please fill out this form by Sunday, June 23rd to receive a link to zoom and a reminder. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JZg1LvYLDwfcPOL08rgFWdGYwj6aYDX4c8b6Mr3jHhk/edit?ts=666b3309

Join us to learn about famous children's book illustrators and create your own masterpieces through painting, coloring, and collage.
When: August 12-14, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Where: St. Louis County Depot; 506 W Michigan St. Duluth, MN 55802
Who: Youth in grades K-2
Cost: $50 per person.
4-H is committed to ensuring all youth can experience camp. Scholarships available; contact Kate Preiner at [email protected]
Registration: Open now through 4honline.com.
Registration closes July 26.

Tell your story. Capture it on video 🎥

The 4-H video workshop is an opportunity for youth in grades 8 and up to gain skills in video production in a team-based environment. Online prep sessions are followed by a 3-day in-person overnight camp at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Sessions are facilitated by University of Minnesota Twin Cities faculty and professional video/filmmakers.

Learn more and register by July 8 ➡ z.umn.edu/4HSummerVideo

4-H showcases provide many opportunities for youth to demonstrate their learning and experiences. During the showcase event, you will have an opportunity to sit down with a caring adult (judge) who will ask you questions about the project you are exhibiting. This process is called conference judging. Conference Judging is a conversation between the judge and the 4-H’er. It is a chance for you to explain to a judge what you have learned from your project experience and is a time for the you to ask a judge questions about your project.

For more information, check out:
"Preparing Youth for 4-H Conference Judging" - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B4DOuh8hUEdDKvYxlHNlri2tPWbUcald/view?usp=sharing
and
"4-H Exhibitor Judging Tips" - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yyV9cDlX4vA_QNeBGblweSptmVALZdzP1N2PeC5NZI4/edit?usp=sharing

🚨 Last Call! 🚨 Registration for 4-H & FFA Crop Scouting, which ends in just over 24 hours! Don't miss out on the fun – sign up today! Whether you have a team or want to participate individually, this opportunity is open to youth 3rd grade and above. Hurry, secure your spot now! https://z.umn.edu/cropscoutingregistration2024