4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference

The 2010 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference is planned for February 5-7, 2010 located at the Sheraton Imperial near Research Triangle Park. There will be a pre-conference of workshops for leaders interested in additional training.

The good news is that Randolph County 4-H will offer five free scholarships to the conference to any 4-H Volunteer Leader wishing to register. Hotel accommodations are not included.

If you would like to participate, please contact our office for a class listing and for registration materials. Call us at: Liberty 218-4000; Archdale / Trinity, 819-3000, and Asheboro, 318-6000.

The deadline to register is January 22, and the registration fee is $110.

Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Barbara Dunn Swanson, Extension 4-H Agent at 336-318-6000 or Barbara_swanson@ncsu.edu or fax – 336-318-6011 or in person at the Randolph County Extension Office at least 10 days prior to the event.

4-H Centennial Cookbook

The North Carolina 4-H Centennial Cookbook will be coming off the press in January. The cookbook includes 400+ Blue Ribbon Recipes collected from every 4-H decade. It also features photos depicting 4-H foods and nutrition projects throughout the decades. By ordering no later than December 31, 2009, you may purchase the cookbook at the prepress price of $14.95 plus shipping and handling. After January 2, 2010, the price will be $18.95 plus shipping and handling.
Click here to download an order form:

We are 4-H: THEN, NOW & FOREVER!

Randolph County Transportation Survey

Dear 4-H members and families,

Having access to transportation is a key element to successful 4-H programs in our area. The county has developed a survey to learn more about transportation needs in our community.

To take the survey click here!

If you would like more information about the survey contact:
Hanna Cockburn, AICP

Planning Program Manager

Piedmont Triad Council of Governments

2216 West Meadowview Road, Suite 201

Greensboro, North Carolina 27407-3480

V: 336.294.4950

F: 336.632.0457

E: hcockburn@ptcog.org

Mock Horse Bowl Contest

Rockingham County 4-H is hosting a Mock Horse Bowl contest on January 9th at the Rockingham County Extension office. There will also be Hippology materials to practice for the Hippology Contest as well. This event is open to all 4-Hers across the state!

Click here to open the flyer!

If you need more information, please contact our office at 318-6000.

Horse Bowl Contest Scheduled

Randolph County 4-H members are invited to participate in the North Central District 4-H Horse Bowl Contest to be held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at the Guilford County Cooperative Extension Center in Greensboro.

Here is one requirement for the contest:
Every county that has a horse bowl team participating in the district contest must submit 35 questions to Extension Horse Husbandry by January 11th in a certain format. Please let me know and I can give you the format!

Make sure to write this on your calendar and plan to take part!

If you would like information about this opportunity, please call our office at 318-6000.

Spring Dairy Youth Events

4-H members interested in the State 4-H Dairy program, write these dates in your calendar and plan to participate:

Saturday March 20, 2010: 4-H Junior Youth Dairy Day - Iredell County Agricultural Center
Saturday April 17, 2010: State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest - Iredell County Agricultural Center
Saturday April 17, 2010: State 4-H Dairy Skillathon Contest - Iredell County Agricultural Center

4-H Scholarship Application Information

Now is the time to be thinking about applying for a 4-H scholarship. 4-H members who are seniors in High School may be eligible.

North Carolina 4-H scholarships are offered to encourage 4-H members to continue their education beyond high school. The following provisions apply to educational scholarships awarded in the North Carolina 4-H Program.

ELIGIBILITY: Current North Carolina 4-H members who are graduating high school seniors are eligible to apply. Applicants must have accumulated at least a minimum of 3 years of 4-H work. All Scholarships will be directly paid to the college or university. They will not be made payable to a 4-H’er nor his/her parents. Recipients must be full time students.

To access the scholarship application form, click here!

To read about scholarship guidelines, click here!

Scholarship forms are due into the Randolph County 4-H Office by January 10. We will enter all information into the state database for scholarship consideration.

If you need more information, please contact us here at 336-318-6000.

4-H Honor Club Information

Membership in the North Carolina 4-H Honor Club is bestowed upon those 4-H’ers who have exhibited outstanding 4-H citizenship and leadership throughout their 4-H career. An Honor Club member continues to provide leadership and service to the total 4-H program throughout life.

1. In order to be eligible for membership, the applicant must have completed three or more years of 4-H club work and shall be at least 16 years of age and not more than 20 years of age on January 1 of the year of application.
2. The total number of applicants inducted into the NC 4-H Honor Club shall be limited to .05% of the current enrollment of North Carolina 4-H members.
3. A total of 300 Actual Points Scored will be required before an applicant will be considered for membership in the NC 4-H Honor Club. However, the accumulation of these points does NOT guarantee selection. To be considered for membership, the applicant must submit two copies of this application and a photograph of the 4-H’ers involved in a 4-H activity. A minimum of 5 points per category must be documented.

Click here to open an honor club application for 2010.

NC 4-H Honor Club applications are due to the Randolph County Extension Office by January 10. We must record all applicants online, those not entered online will not be eligible for competition.

Should you need additional information, contact Randolph County 4-H at 336-318-6000.

Randolph County 4-H members DAIRY WINNERS!

2009 State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest Results

Junior Division
First Place Junior Individual: Cole Davis (Guilford/Randolph)

First Place Junior Team: Guilford/Randolph
Coach: Jason Wright
Cole Davis
Mickey Jo Grubb
Evan Gunter
Elmer York

Congratulations to Jason Wright for coaching this great group of 4-H members! Way To Go Team!

Operation Military Kids Information

Hello Randolph County 4-H members!

Here is some information about sending care packages to military units!

2009 OVERSEAS MILITARY HOLIDAY MAILING DEADLINES *_

The U.S. Postal Service has announced its recommended mailing dates for delivery by Christmas to our U.S. military troops serving overseas at APO/FPO addresses. Holiday mail for our U.S. troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan _*should be sent by Dec. 4*_ for arrival by Christmas.


_North Carolina National Guard_

The NC National Guard Family Readiness Program has shared the following for holiday mailings to our troops. Along with the holiday mailing information, they have provided 5 military personnel contacts in which the holiday cards and goody boxes can be sent. All goody packages will be shared with everyone in the units.

CH LTC Phil Glick
HHC, HQS, 30th HBCT
FOB Falcon
APO AE 09361

CH CPT Melissa Hale
HHC, 230^TH BSB, 30^TH HBCT
FOB FALCON
APO AE 09361

CH Thomas Watson
COP Meade, HHB 1-113 FA
APO AE 09361

CH CPT Mike Allen
HHT 1/150th ARS
APO AE 09322

CH Lt. Matt Ward
HHC 12 CAB, 30th HBCT
FOB Mahmudiyah
APO AE 09322

_
North Carolina Army Reserves_

Mr. Danny Hill, Family Program Director with the Army Reserves has agreed to mail holiday cards and goody boxes from his office. He asks that all cards and packages be sent to him *_no later than 1 December 2009_*. This way his office can sort and package all items being sent.

Mr. Danny R. Hill
Family Program Director
Army Reserve
108th Training Command (IET)
1330 Westover Street
Charlotte, NC 28205

4-H Newsletter

Our latest 4-H newsletter is on line!

Click here to read all the 4-H news!

For more information, contact us here at the Extension Office 318-6000.

National Science Day 4-H Project

BIO FUELS BLAST!

For more information about joining a 4-H club in Randolph County contact us at 318-6000.

You may also stop by our offices located at 112 W. Walker Avenue, Asheboro. We are located in the lower level of the DAYMARK building - formerly known as Sandhills Mental Health Center.

Stop by, we would love to talk to you about 4-H!

4-H and NASCAR

Did you hear Dr. Jerry Punch, NASCAR announcer discuss 4-H with Dale Jarret while announcing the NASCAR Race at Kansas Motor Speedway last weekend. If you missed it you are in luck -

LISTEN HERE

Thanks to DuPont for running the 4-H CLOVER on the back of the #24 Chevrolet driven by Jeff Gordon.

Providence Grove High School Barn

Please vote for the Providence Grove High School Barn - once a day over the next month. It's a special contest where money will be awarded for each vote.

VOTE HERE!


According to Amy Kidd, FFA Instructor at Providence Grove H.S.

"The barn was built approximately in 1946 as a cattle barn by a man named Junius Doc (JD) Cheek. When the land was sold to the school, the school board realized the potential of having such a valuable resource for the agricultural program and left the barn on the campus of the school.

This project will be most beneficial to the community, the FFA chapter, the Alumni and the school. Our students need a facility in which they can learn the hands-on skills taught in the animal science classes. In addition, the barn also provides a space in which the area third graders come to visit the high school to learn about the origin of food in an activity we call, 'Fun on the farm.' By providing a renovated barn, we will continue to provide to the area third graders and hold workshops to the area farms on animal, goat, and crop care and maintenance."

Currently this barn in Randolph County is in the lead. Let us vote each day to make sure kids in Randolph County learn first hand the importance of agriculture in our County!

BIG SWEEP RAIN OR SHINE

Hello All Randolph County 4-H Club members!

Just a reminder - plan to meet at the Asheboro Randolph YMCA beginning at 9:00 AM tomorrow morning - Saturday, September 26 for BIG SWEEP.

Rain is predicted - but we can still pick up litter in the rain, bring your rain poncho!

We will have light work if everyone will help.

If you have questions, call us at 318-6000.

National 4-H Week to be celebrated October 4 - 10, 2009

To learn more about Randolph County 4-H give us a call at: Liberty 218-4000; Archdale / Trinity, 819-3000, and Asheboro, 318-6000

North Carolina Sate University and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age disability, or veterans status. In addition, the two Universities welcome all persons without regard to sexual orientation. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments cooperating.

Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Barbara Dunn Swanson, Extension 4-H Agent at 336-318-6000 or Barbara_swanson@ncsu.edu or fax – 336-318-6011 or in person at the Randolph County Extension Office at least 10 days prior to the event.

BIG SWEEP THIS WEEKEND

Don't forget the BIG SWEEP event this Saturday, September 26. Join Randolph County 4-H members at the Asheboro/Randolph YMCA beginning at 9:00AM and be prepared to beautify the area in and around the Y!

The work will be light if we have many hands helping!

See you on Saturday, at 9:00 AM.

4-H Featured at NASCAR RACE

Are you a BIG RACING FAN? You won't want to miss the October 4 NASCAR RACE at Kansas Motor Speedway when Jeff Gordon will race the 4-H Car in honor of National 4-H Week!

Jackie Helton, State 4-H Staff Member has been working for many years with the National 4-H Council on making this 4-H Car a reality! It is especially exciting that this is happening during the Centennial of 4-H here in North Carolina.

Kansas Speedway, constructed in 2001, is one of the newest tracks on the NASCAR schedule. This 1.5 mile tri-oval, with 15 degree banking provides race fans in the midwest with exciting racing to enjoy at this modern facility.

Watch this space for more updates prior to the big race!

SAVE THE DATE!

Randolph County 4-H Volunteer Leaders:

Franklin County Cooperative Extension will be hosting Fall Leader's Day, 2009 in Louisburg, NC on Saturday, November 7, 2009.

During this FALL DAY Meeting, volunteers will attend workshops, enjoy a delicious lunch and meet and greet 4-H volunteer leaders from across the North Central District.

In addition, two scholarship will be extended to NCD 4-H Volunteers to apply for a $100 scholarship to NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference to be held in Raleigh in February and a $25 4-H Leader of the Day gift certificate for National 4-H Supply.

All leaders from Randolph County who would like to participate can attend at NO CHARGE. The Randolph County 4-H United Way account will pay your registration fee.

If you would like to attend, call and let us know. Our telephone numbers are:
Liberty 218-4000; Archdale / Trinity, 819-3000, and Asheboro, 318-6000

Youth Fair Approaching

4-H members and leaders are reminded about the 4-H YOUTH FAIR to be held on Saturday, September 19 at the Randolph Mall, Asheboro, beginning at 9:00 AM.

Youth may exhibit up to FIVE items. Judges will sit with each 4-H member and discuss how the 4-H member made each project or exhibit.

The judges will give some feedback to each club member and then assign a white, red or blue ribbon for each project.

The exhibits will then remain on display until 2:00 PM at the Randolph Mall.

Did you participate in Summer Adventures programming in LIBERTY, ASHEBORO, or ARCHDALE? If so, you are invited to participate in the YOUTH FAIR. Maybe you created a pop can lamp, an electric circuit board, a quilt, or a tote bag - any of these projects may be exhibited at the Youth Fair.

The judges will also select their top choices to represent Randolph County 4-H at the NC State Fair.

If you have questions about the Randolph County 4-H Youth Fair - please call us at:
Liberty 218-4000; Archdale / Trinity, 819-3000, and Asheboro, 318-6000.

Randolph County September / October 4-H Newsletter

4-H members and leaders may read the newsletter on line.

Click here and read about what is happening with 4-H!

We are making plans for the Randolph County Youth Fair, BIG SWEEP, NC STATE FAIR and so much more.

If you would like to start a 4-H club in your neighborhood, please contact us at 336-318-6000.

Hugh Shelton Scholarship

This is one of the USA's most prestigious scholarships for student leaders. It is awarded to an entering freshman, valued at $10,000 per year, renewable upon satisfactory academic progress and leadership involvement. High school seniors should complete the application and mail it so that it arrives in the General H. Hugh Shelton Leadership Center office no later than 5:00 p.m. November 1 of each year.

For information about this fantastic leadership opportunity click here!

If you would like more information, contact Dr. Debbie Reno at the following telephone number: Coordinator for Educational Programs and Training, Shelton Leadership Center
Deborah Reno, Ed.D
North Carolina State University
Campus Box 7401/223 Mckimmon Center
Raleigh, NC 27695-7401
(919) 513-0150
(919) 513-4813 (fax)
debbie_reno@ncsu.edu

Eat Smart Move More

In Celebration of U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack's proclamation of this week as

National Community Gardening Week . . .


A brand new primer with an overview of community gardening which includes:

* Benefits of community gardens;
* How to start a garden;
* Tips of growing fruits and vegetables
* Strategies for cooking and preserving
* Resources for managing a garden

Its available on line and free to download.
http://nccommunitygarden.ncsu.edu/primer.html

Performing Arts Troupe

The ten musical numbers from We Are 4-H: The Musical are now available for viewing on YouTube. Below are the links to each song. Enjoy!

* Then 4-H Came Along
* Going for the Blue
* Learn by Doing
* It’s Easy to Say
* To Make the Best Better
* Coming Together
* 4-H Ain’t All Cookin’ and Cows
* Lead, We Will Follow
* Helpful Hands, Healing Hearts
* We Are 4-H (Tomorrow's Song)

DVDs of the 4-H Performing Arts Troupe's performance We Are 4-H: The Musical are now available for sale at $20 each. The DVDs contain the full performance of the musical. Proceeds of the DVD sales will go to support future Troupe efforts.

Click here for an order form to order your very own copy!

Dairy Show Winners Announced

Randolph County 4-H members participating in the Guilford and District Dairy Show in August included: Preston Long, Evan Gunter, Coby Kivett, Mickey Jo Grubb and Gavin and Shanna Langley

RESULTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

At the 4-H Guilford County Show on Aug. 4th, 2009

Preston Long:
Showed in Cloverbud Division

Evan Gunter:
Holstein Grand Champion
Senior Champion
Junior Champion
Jersey Reserve Grand Champion
Reserve Junior Champion

Mickey Jo Grubb:
4th in Show
Jersey Reserve Jr Champion

North Central District Show on Wednesday, August 5

Mickey Jo Grubb:
Jersey Reserve Junior Champion

Coby Kivett:
Second Showman
Fourth Showman
Second in Type


*Gavin Langley
1st place in Intermediate Showmanship class

His 2 yr. old Jersey cow was Senior Champion & Grand Champion

*Shanna Langley
1st place in Junior Showmanship class

Her Jersey winter calf was Junior Champion

Her 3 yr. old Holstein was Reserve Senior Champion & Reserve Grand Champion

At the Greensboro District Show on Aug. 5th, 2009

*Gavin Langley
1st place in Intermediate Showmanship class

His 2 yr. old Jersey cow was Senior Champion & Grand Champion

*Shanna Langley
2nd place in Junior Showmanship class

Her Jersey winter calf was Junior Champion

Her 3 yr. old Holstein was Reserve Senior Champion & Reserve Grand Champion

Congratulations to all who participated!

Hall of Famer: Sigrid McCain

Congratulations to Sig McCain, long time 4-H Volunteer for being inducted into the 2009 Inaugural North Carolina 4-H Hall of Fame.

Indeed Sig has made a difference in the life of many Randolph County youth and volunteers and it is fitting that she represent Randolph County in the inaugural class.

Warm wishes may be sent to Sig McCain in care of:

Jody Terry,
112 W. Walker Avenue
Asheboro, NC 27203

Randolph County 4-H Youth Fair Scheduled

4-H members in Randolph County are invited to participate in the 2009 4-H Youth Fair scheduled for Saturday, September 19th from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 PM at the Randolph Mall in Asheboro.

4-H members may select five exhibits to be conference judged!
Bring items to be judged between 9 and 11 AM and then have all items on display until 2:00 PM

The judges will also select items to represent Randolph County 4-H at the North Carolina State Fair.

Each club is encouraged to develop a table top display of your club activities this past year! Remember this is the CENTENNIAL OF 4-H! Let us shine our light in the community and let others know about this historic program!

If you need information about our 4-H program, call us at 336-318-6000.

Congratulations to Heather and Adam!

Congratulations to Heather Allred (Happy Heifer Dairy Club, Randolph County 4-H Teen Leadership Club) and Adam Frazier (Happy Heifer Dairy Club) for all their hard work completing the State 4-H ARI Application.

Both were awarded a trip to National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia in late November.

Heather and Adam completed an extensive application, resume and interview process that tested their skills in decision-making, looked at their well roundedness as individuals and their commitment to community. Due to their extensive background in 4-H they had the skills to complete this difficult task.

4-H Forestry Invitational

Announcing the 2009 4-H Forestry Invitational
October 3, 2009
Schenck Memorial Forest
Raleigh, NC
9am - 2pm
Registration Deadline: September 25, 2009

Click here for more detailed information and registration form.



Renee L Strnad
NC State University - Extension Forestry
NC Project Learning Tree Coordinator
NC Certified Environmental Educator

renee_strnad@ncsu.edu
919-515-5518
919-515-6883 (fax)

Bug Collectors Begin NOW for State Fair Exhibit

Hello 4-H Members,

You are invited to begin work now on your bug collections that can be exhibited at the North Carolina State Fair!

Click on this link to learn all about it.

IF you have more questions about 4-H, don't hesitate to contact us at 336-318-6000.

State 4-H Congress - July 20 - 23

Randolph County 4-H members will soon embark on a week long adventure to North Carolina State University in Raleigh and participate in annual State 4-H Congress.

Heather Allred, Katelyn Broome, Adam Frazier and Josh Laton will participate in workshops, elect state officers, complete a community service project and meet and visit with youth from all over the state. The highlight of 4-H Congress will include the induction of Sig McCain into the NC 4-H Hall of Fame.

In addition, Yoselin Perez and Monica Stickler will attend State 4-H Congress to participate in the Educational Presentation Contest.

Watch this space for all the details when we return.

Project Record and Cumulative Record Results Announced

4-H members keeping project records and submitting them for district and state competition have recently received their award results.

The following members have received the following recognition for their efforts:

Project Records: District
Monica Stickler 9-10 Discovery Gold
Josh Allred 9-10 Personal Develop & Leadership Gold
Adam Frazier 13-15 Dairy Gold
Heather Allred 13-15 Personal Develop & Leadership Silver
Terri Lane Frazier 16-18 Dairy Silver
Community Service Bronze


Cumulative Records:
Heather Allred Achievement District Silver State Silver
Terri Lane Frazier Dairy District Gold State Gold
Expresive Arts District Bronze
Adam Frazier Science & Tech District Gold State Gold


Congratulations to these 4-H members for their hard work, all year long! It is now paying off through recognition!

Southeast Dairy Youth Retreat Participants

4-H members from Randolph County are busy preparing for a trip to Virgina Tech, Blacksburg VA, to participate in the annual Dairy Youth Retreat July 5 - 7, 2009.

The following members will represent Randolph County:
Evan Gunter, Mickey Jo Grubb, Taylor Grubb and Adam Frazier. Special thanks to Marjie Grubb for chaperoning this great group of young 4-H'ers!

2009 Dairy Quiz Bowl Results

At the State Dairy Quiz Bowl Competition, held in Iredell County, the FCS Holy Cows placed first in the junior division, Randolph/Guilford placed 2nd in the junior division and the Randolph/Chatham team placed 3rd in the senior division. In the State Dairy Skillathon Competition Randolph/Guilford placed 1st in the junior division and the Randolph/Chatham placed 3rd in the senior division. FCS Holy Cows Team: Mickey Jo Grubb, DJ Hayes, Coby Kivett and Bryson Staley. Randolph County participants for the Randolph/Guilford Team were Rachel Osborne, Kristin Morgan, Jesse Osborne and Connor Beeson; Randolph County Participants for the Randolph/Chatham Team: Elmer York and Ryan Beeson. A special thanks to Marjie Grubb, Heather Wright and Jason Wright for all their hard work to prepare these youth!

Congratulations Presentation Presenters

A Big Congratulations goes to the following Randolph County 4-H Members for their excellent work on 4-H presentations at District Activity Day on June 19!

Yoselin Perez
Rachel Osborn
Josh Allred
Laura Allred
Heather Allred
Addie Ward
CJ Stickler
Monica Stickler

In the Health and Safety Category:

Addie Ward received a Siler Medal
Heather and Laura Allred received Participation Ribbons

In the Poultry Category:
Rachel Osborne received the Silver Medal

In the Safety Catefory
Josh Allred won the Gold Medal

In the Small Animals Category:
CJ Stickler won the Bronze Medal
Monica Stickler won the Silver Medal

In the Community Service Category:
Joselin Perez won the Silver Medal

The Silver and Gold winners have the opportunity to continue onto State Finals to be held July 21 in Raleigh. Watch this space for details about state competition.

Archdale, 4-H Summer Adventure Classes Announced

Registration will begin on Thursday night, June 11 for 4-H classes to be held in Archdale, NC in June, July and August! Join us from 5 - 7:00 pm to register your child.

Classes will be held at the Archdale United Methodist Church on 11543 Main Street in Archdale unless otherwise noted.

Brenda Eurillo, Summer 4-H Program Coordinator will supervise all classes in Archdale.
A listing of classes offered include the following:

For more information about the classes contact us at 318-6000.

4-H Summer Adventure Programs in Liberty

Registrations are now open for the 4-H summer adventure programs being offered in Liberty, NC. These classes will be coordinated by Naomi Pendleton, 4-H Summer Program Coordinator.

The classes will be held on site, at the Elementary School in Liberty.

All participants must fill out participation registration materials in addition to health forms.

Registration will continue until all classes are filled.

Here is the class listing of Liberty Summer Fun Classes!

For more information, contact us at 318-6000!

4-H Summer Adventure Programs In Asheboro

Each summer, North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Randolph County Center plans 4-H Summer Adventure Programs for youth in the following locations: Asheboro, Liberty and Archdale.

These classes are educational, recreational and FUN!

Click on this link to learn about the classes offered in Asheboro.

For more information, call our office at 336-318-6000.

May June 4-H Newsletter

Hello All,

Here is the latest information about 4-H in Randolph County. The newsletter has a lot of good information about what is happening in the County.

The link is here!

For more questions about joining a 4-H club, contact Barb or Jody at 318-6000.

4-H Centennial Homecoming Event is Planned

As you know, 4-H is celebrating its centennial this year! You are cordially invited to attend our Statewide Centennial Celebration!

When: Tuesday, July 21

Where: North Carolina State University, Raleigh

Click here to see the agenda, invitation and register to attend:

Randolph County 4-H will have a delegation of youth attending this program, so we hope you will join us.

See you all there!

Academy of Country Music and 4-H

In light of the recent Academy of County Music Awards (May 17th) you may be interested the 4-H Network News Interviews of three "County Music Stars.

If you haven't seen the 2008: 4-H Network News interviews of Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and Jack Ingram (You Tube videos) - here are the direct links:

Click here for an interview with Taylor Swift:

Click here for an interview with Keith Urban:

Click here for an interview with Jack Ingram:

Citizenship NC Focus

Citizenship North Carolina Focus:
A Capital Experience and Service Opportunity for Military Kids

When: June 15-19, 2009, Raleigh, NC
Who: 200 North Carolina 4-H and/or military teens and identified adult partners, selected by application.

What: Dynamic learning focused upon civic engagement, understanding state government, and participating in volunteer service activities

When: Monday, June 15 – Wednesday, June 17 Capital Experience;
Wednesday, June 17 – Friday, June 19 Service Opportunities

Where: Sheraton Downtown and other local sites in Raleigh, NC

Why: To inspire engaged citizenship and to foster an ethic of service

Participants are expected to:
~ Be at least 14 years old as of January 1, 2009
~ Demonstrate interest in citizen involvement and/or local issues
~ Have experience and/or interest in speaking before groups of peers
~ Take a leadership role in their communities
~ Wear business attire during the June 15-17 Citizenship event
~ Attend the entire weeklong event
~ Actively engage in service projects during the June 17-19 Volunteer activities
~ Gather key information about local issues and government operations in
advance of the conference
Click here for the application packet.

If you should need more information about 4-H, contact us at 318-6000!

Free Camping Opportunities

Are you a military family? If so, I have some good news for you. 4-H is making some free camping opportunities available to you!

Operation Purple Camp: Ages 8-16 yrs
Where: Camp Swannanoa, Asheville NC
This camp is for families in a 15 month deployment window. To register click on the following link!
The registration deadline is coming up soon (April 20th) so you need
to sign up soon if interested. The dates for this camp are
Aug 2-7th, 2009. If a family is not in a deployment window,
they can still sign up but will be considered later in
priority.

Operation Military Kid/Cloverbud Camp: Ages 5-8 yrs
This camp does not have any deployment guidelines. Any child in a military
family is welcome to register. Contact Barb at the Extension Office for camp application forms for this camp.

Another camp is the 2009 NC Operation Military Kids Amazing Drama Experience
June 29 – July 3, 2009
Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC
Contact 4-H at 318-6000 and we can get you more details.

4-H Spring Community Service Project

As you know - 4-H members in Randolph County are committed to helping our community in a variety of ways! The next project is being announced today!

We are assisting Happy Hills Animal Foundation in Staley, NC. This non-profit organization is in need of the following items: Canned Dog Food, Canned Cat Food, Bleach, Mops, Brooms, Trash Bags, Dish Detergent, Laundry Detergent, Dog Toys, Cat Toys, Dry Puppy Food, Dry Kitten Food, Towels and Office Supplies. If you would like to assist Randolph County 4-H with this project you may drop off donations at the extension office, 112 W. Walker Avenue in Asheboro or you may bring it to our 4-H Fashion Review - Entertains Program on May 14.

For more information about this community service program, contact us at 318-6000.

4-H Fashion Review and Entertains SHOW SCHEDULED

Mark your calendars and start getting your 4-H members together because the 4-H Fashion review and Entertains program will take place on Thursday, May 14 at the Sunset Theater in Asheboro at 7:00pm. The deadline for registration for 4-H Entertains/Fashion Revue is Monday, May 4; All acts must be registered with Jody Terry by calling 318-6000. Garment entry registration for Fashion Revue is to be called in by Wednesday, May 7 @ 318-6000.

We want to make sure all talent entrants have the opportunity to do their very best, therefore we plan to have a mandatory dress rehearsal on Tuesday, May, 12 from 5-6 pm. Please make plans to have the final touches on your acts, costumes and/or props in order to be prepared for the dress rehearsal at 5 pm at the Sunset Theater. Fashion Revue items must be turned into the office by Monday, May 11 for judging. If you need ideas or resources let us know. On your 4-H entertains form, remember to include items that you may need – ex microphone, table, etc. We will not have access to a piano this year.

We are planning for a fun evening - but we need you to participate! Call and register NOW!

Shooting Sports Meeting

Hello Everyone! Don't forget - tomorrow night, Thursday, April 16 we have a 4-H Target Shooting Sports information meeting scheduled.

Beginning at 6:30 PM here at Cooperative Extension, 112 West Walker Avenue, in Asheboro.

We will discuss many thing including: What is a shooting sports club? Who will lead the club and get certified in 4-H shooting sports curriculum? Where can this club meet? How do we get the equipment necessary for the club to begin? Is there a cost associated with this project?

Gene Shutt, Camp Director at Millstone 4-H Camp will join us to help answer some of these questions and more. If you plan to attend, RSVP to our office by calling 318-6000.

For more information, contact us at 318-6000.

Shooting Sports Workshop for 4-H Leaders

Randolph County 4-H will hold a meeting to discuss the establishment of a Target Sports club for 4-H members. Gene Shutt will visit with 4-H about the rules and regulations required to establish a club in the county. Gene is the coordinator for Shooting Sports 4-H programming in North Carolina. He is the Camp Director at Millstone 4-H Camp in Ellerbe.

The meeting will be held on April 16 beginning at 6:30 PM at the Randolph County Extension Center - 112 W. Walker Avenue, Asheboro. We are located in the lower level of the Sandhills Mental Health Center.

If you plan to join us call and let us know, our telephone number is 318-6000.

Visual Arts Contest

North Carolina 4-H's Operation: Military Kids program is proud and excited to announce the Second Annual NC OMK Visual Arts Contest. The contest is opened to all youth. The age categories are 5-8 years old, 9-10 years old, 11-12 years old, 13-15 years old, and 16-18 years old. The contest is designed to introduce youth to photography and the arts as a part of the 4-H Expressive Arts Curriculum. Youth will utilize their photography skills and their artistry but most importantly what freedom, patriotism and support for our troops mean to them. Selected photographs will be displayed during the week of the 2009 North Carolina 4-H Congress, other events and appropriate venues.

Click on this link for more information.

Teen Club meeting

Are you a 4-H member 13 years of age and older? If so, plan to join us on Saturday, March 28 here at NC Cooperative Extension, Randolph County Center and join in the fun as we establish a teen club. We will gather at 11:00 AM. Lunch will be provided and bowling will be enjoyed following the meeting. We are located at 112 W. Walker Avenue in Asheboro. Our offices are in the lower level of the Sandhills Mental Health Center.

Youth will decide on a club name, the day and time to meet and will make plans for election of club officers.

If you need more information about this event, call Jody Terry, 4-H Program Assistant at 318-6000.

See you on Saturday.

Human Race a Success

Thanks to all the Randolph County 4-H members who helped to raise money for 4-H programs during our HUMAN RACE fundraiser.

We collected over $800. Special thanks to Jody Terry and the rest of the 4-H / FCS Advisory Committee and Cooperative Extension Staff who helped in coordination of the soup luncheon, held in January that netted over $450 for the Human Race.

We use the dollars to support camp scholarships, teen retreat scholarships, 4-H Congress scholarships as well as scholarships for South East Dairy Youth Retreat, and so much more.

We get to keep 75% of what we raised. Way to go Randolph County!

2009 4-H Photography Contest

The theme for the 2009 4-H Photography Contest is: “4-H Centennial”

Pictures can include any images from events or celebrations related to the year’s centennial activities. Entries will we accepted through Tuesday, June 9, 2009. Winning entries will be displayed at 4-H Congress in July.

The purpose of this exhibition is to provide a showcase of 4-H members' photographic accomplishments. After Congress, the winning photos will be displayed at selected meetings and events throughout the year.

All entries for the 2009 contest must be postmarked NO LATER THAN June 9, 2009, and should be original images created from June 2008 to June 2009. Contest categories this year include our standard "4-H in Action" and "Nature's Beauty" categories, with a new category this year of "4-H Centennial." Each category will be divided into a Junior (Ages 9-12) and Senior (Ages 13-19) division.

We will continue to use an entry form with personal biographical data. This entry form must accompany each photo entered. In addition to assisting with the judging process, this information may be used by 4-H agents for news stories about their winning 4-H exhibitors. Copies will be made of the winning entries and all original materials will be returned by September 2009.

Click here for all the details, rule and forms!

April - Month of the Military Child

The Operation: Military Kids program, 4-H and OMK's partnership are a valuable component to our youth, especially our military youth.

April is "Month of the Military Child" (MOMC) there are activities, promotions, recognitions, etc. that your counties can celebrate/observe "Month of Military Child". It is never too late to incorporate a program for these youth/children. To promote and assist in activities for MOMC, a web site has been created (by Connect and Join, Inc.) for those who are interested in participating. For your convenience, I have included the link for a helpful and educational tool for "Month of the Military Child".

Click here for the details!

Human Race Money Due

4-H members raising money for 4-H and participating in the Human Race walk next Saturday, March 21 are reminded that all money must be turned in by Wednesday, March 18.

Remember to join the Human Race Walk / Run on Saturday, March 21. Arrive at Memorial Park in Asheboro at 9:30. The event will kick-off at 10:00 AM and be followed by a hotdog lunch!

The event will end at 12:30 PM and your parents can pick you up at the park.

All money raised for 4-H will help offset costs for members to attend dairy youth retreat, 4-H camp, teen retreat, 4-H Congress and so much more.

REMEMBER all walkers and runners must have a signed consent form in order to participate next weekend. If you need a participation form, call us at 318-6000.

See you then!

4-H Newsletter

Here is the latest 4-H news. Please review and mark your calendar for upcoming 4-H events.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at 336-318-6000.

UNC TV Highlights 4-H

UNC-TV has posted features of the North Carolina 4-H Program on their NC NOW website. If you missed the airing of these episodes please take a few minutes to watch it on-line.


View the segment on the History of 4-H.





View the segment on the 4-H Revolution.

District Activity Day

Mark your calendar for Friday, June 19.

Randolph County 4-H members will travel to Caswell County and participate in District Activity Day.

The contest will be held at: Oakwood Elementary, 274 Oakwood Dr., Yanceyville, NC 27379

The agenda for the day:

9 - 10 - Registration
9:15 - Judges Orientation
10:15- Presentations Begin
12:00 - 1:30 - Lunch (on your own)
1:45 - Afternoons Awards Program

As you can see lunch is on our own this year, plan to pack a lunch and carry it with you, or stop at one of the many fast food restaurants within one block of the school.

Begin planning your presentation now. We will be registering youth for this contest in very early June, so don't delay, begin planning today.

If you need help organizing your presentation, call us at 336-318-6000

Centennial Ice Cream Flavor Selected

The winner has been announced!

North Carolina 4-H is excited to announce the winning flavor in our North Carolina 4-H Centennial Ice Cream Cone-test!! With over 62 applicants, and over 2,300 votes, it came down to the top three counties.

The winning flavor is: 4-H Campfire Delight, submitted by Tyrrell County!! The flavor is one that Creamery director Gary Cartwright found very original...never before has the Creamery tried a graham cracker flavored base, and it does not disappoint! Tyrrell County selected a graham cracker flavored ice cream with chocolate chunks and a marshmallow swirl, and it was an overwhelming winner!

Randolph County 4-H will place an order for this ice-cream and will celebrate during our Report to the People event in May!


Check out this article about the cone-test in this week's NC State Bulletin.

Visual Arts Contest

North Carolina 4-H's Operation: Military Kids program is proud and excited to announce the 2nd Annual NC OMK Visual Arts Contest. The
contest is opened to all youth. The age categories are 5-8 years old, 9-10 years old, 11-12 years old, 13-15 years old, and 16-18 years old. The contest is designed to introduce youth to photography and the arts as a part of the 4-H Expressive Arts Curriculum. Youth will utilize
their photography skills and their artistry but most importantly what freedom, patriotism and support for our troops mean to them. Selected
photographs will be displayed during the week of the 2009 North Carolina 4-H Congress, other events and appropriate venues.

Guidelines and themes are located at this site:

4-H Presentations

Are you gearing up for 4-H Presentations? If so, please check out this quick fact sheet listing all the different presentation categories.

You can tell the category and the award that is received when receiving first or second place.

Check out this listing

Jody and I are willing to help you get your presentation organized for competition.

District Activity Day for our area will be held at Oakwood Elementary School in Yanceyville - Caswell County on Friday, June 19.

Call our office for more information: 318-6000

Don't Forget - 4-H Honors Night Celebration

Have you registered to attend 4-H Honors Night for Randolph County 4-H?

We are planning a very special evening, Friday, February 27 beginning at 6:30 PM at the Frist Presbyterian Church in Asheboro.

We will celebrate the achievements of all 4-H club members and volunteer leaders. We will enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner followed by awards and installation of club officers.

As a you may already know, NC 4-H is celebrating their centennial this year, so our honors night celebration will be special.

To RSVP, call Dawn at 318-6000.

4-H, making a difference in the life of children, youth and families in Randolph County.

Junior 4-H Camp

If you are a youth 8 - 15 years of age, you are eligible to attend 4-H camp at Swannanoa 4-H Campiing center near Asheville. Randolph County 4-H will take 6 boys and 6 girls to camp June 21 - June 26. You do not have to be a member of 4-H to attend camp.

Cost for camp is just $300 and includes lodging, food, transportation and all program materials.

If you like to hike, swim, participate in archery, crafts and meet new friends, then camp is for you!

A $50 dollar non-refundable deposit will hold your spot at camp this summer!

Let us here from you soon. Camp slots are available on a first come, first served basis.

Call us for the registration packet, at 318-6000!

4-H Centennial Ball Game Scheduled

Join Randolph County 4-H and many surrounding counties for night of fun at a Winston-Salem Dash Baseball Game on Friday, June 5th.Come and celebrate 100 years of 4-H with family and friends!

Check out all the details here!

4-H will be throwing out the first pitch and members will be selected to give the 4-H pledge at the ballgame!

Tickets must be purchased by April 30.

All 4-H club members and their families are invited to participate.

If your 4-H club would like to participate, please let us know.

Tickets are just $10.00 each and include a souvenir team hat!

Tickets for the game will be available the day of the game at the WILL CALL OFFICE. A special window for 4-H members will be made available.

Call us if you have further questions, our telephone number is 318-6000.

Horse Workshops Offered

Horse Educational Series Announced
North Carolina Cooperative Extension and Davie County Large Animal Hospital are co-sponsoring a series of educational programs starting in February. The programs will be as follows:

February 21:
Pasture Management and Poisonous Plants – Phil Rucker
Nutrition – Dr. Tim Potter
Water Issues – Amy Thomas
Plant Toxicity, Laminitis, Grass Founder and Metabolic Syndrome – Dr. Jim Meeker

March 21:
Fencing – Phil Rucker
First Aid – Dr. Jim Meeker
Turn Out Management – Dr. Tim Potter

April 25:
Evaluation of Conformation, Form to Function – Dr. Tim Potter
Lameness Issues Related to Conformation – Dr. Tim Meeker
Shoeing – Joel Hunt

Dates for the fall are September 19, October 24 and November 21, topics and speakers to be determined.

For more information, call us here at the Cooperative Extension Office, 318-6000

4-H Honors Night is scheduled

Mark Friday night, February 27 on your calendar and plan to join us for the annual HONORS NIGHT Celebration to be held at First Presbyterian Church in Asheboro. A spaghetti dinner will be served beginning at 6:30 followed by our awards program!

The theme for our 2009 Honors Night Celebration is: Randolph County 4-H CAN DO! With our CAN DO attitude we will collect CANS of FOOD for Christians United Outreach Food Pantry! 4-H club members and their families are asked to bring cans of food to be donated! If you would like to get this collection started, you may drop your cans of food off at our office now!

We will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of 4-H in North Carolina with a birthday cake celebration! We have ordered 4-H Centennial t-shirts and they have arrived. If you would like to purchase a 4-H t-shirt, they are $8 each and we have them here at the Extension Office. In addition, we will sell the shirts at our Honors Night program too!

All club members and their families are invited to participate, however reservation must be made by calling 318-6000 and letting us know how many from your family will join us!

2009 NC 4-H Performing Arts Troupe

In recognition of the North Carolina 4-H Centennial, we are pleased to announce that in 2009 4-H’ers and leaders from across the state will have the opportunity to be involved in a new version of the 4-H Performing Arts Troupe.

Current 4-H members ages 12-18 will have the opportunity to audition for the 30-40 performing roles in the Troupe.

4-H’ers who are more interested in the technical components of the show can apply to work with our technical staff in the areas of costumes, props, set, lighting and sound.

Visit this website for the application form.

Costs: There will be a $300 participant fee for all 4-H aged performers and technical students to cover the cost of the rehearsal weekend in May and the weekend rehearsals before Congress. There will be no participant fee for adult leaders. All performers, technical students and adult volunteers must register for Congress which requires an additional registration fee to cover room and meals for the Congress week.

For more information, contact Barb Dunn Swanson at NC Cooperative Extension, Randolph County Center, 318-6000.

4-H Centennial T-Shirts Are Here

Dear Randolph County 4-H members,

We have received our shipment of Randolph County 4-H Centennial green t-shirts. We ordered shirts in the following sizes:

Youth - SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE

Adult - SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, XLARGE, XXLARGE

The cost of each shirt is just $8. We will have them for sale at our 4-H Honors Night Celebration on Friday - February 27 at First Presbyterian Church.

You can also stop by our office and purchase a t-shirt. We are located at 112 W. Walker Ave. Asheboro.

If you have other questions, don't hesitate to contact us at 318-6000.