- Author: Judy Ludovise
C.A.L. 2015
“Creating A Leader”
Leadership Training Conference
Blast From the Past; The Launch of American Leadership
January 23, 24, 25 2015
Dear 4-H Youth Delegates:
You are cordially invited to attend the 25th annual C.A.L. Conference at Walker Creek Ranch on January 23, 24, and 25, 2015.
C.A.L. is a sectional 4-H event and members from all North Central Section counties are encouraged to attend. Participants share their knowledge, exchange ideas and information, and have the chance to develop and enhance their leadership skills. Each attendee is expected to participate fully.
Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis. Each county is allotted 15 youth delegate spaces. The Conference fee is $160 which includes room and board on Friday and Saturday, all three meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday; the cost is $170 if you would like to purchase a conference T-shirt. You must complete the following forms and turn them in to your county office to reserve your spot at the conference by November 18, 2014:
1. Registration form
2. Medical Treatment form (you also should carry a completed form when traveling on the trip)
3. NCS 4-H Code of Conduct
4. CCC and Foundation are sponsoring. Check for $75 made payable to your County Council (or $85 to receive a conference T-shirt)
Many leadership opportunities exist both before and during the Conference. If you are interested in assuming a leadership position before the Conference you may enjoy being your county contact. The responsibilities associated with this position include conducting a county orientation prior to CAL Conference. Suggested orientation topics will be sent to you if you check the space on your registration form. You also will be the main contact from the Conference to your county if your county delegates have any questions or if the C.A.L. staff needs to contact your county. Please indicate your interest on your registration form. You can contact Jesse O. at jesseosman23@gmail.com for more information.
Another leadership opportunity available is serving as a cabin leader. We ask that all cabin leaders have attended C.A.L. Conference at least one previous C.A.L. Conference and be in the 8th grade or above. As a cabin leader you will be responsible for ensuring everyone in your cabin gets to know each other, is aware of each day's events and are on time to all activities. If you are interested in a cabin leader role please indicate it on your registration form. There will be a training held for this position on January 3, 2015 10:30am to noon in Fairfield at the UCCE office. You can contact: Lianna W. at lianna.webber99@gmail.com or Jacob H. at jacob.hinkle727@gmail.com for more information.
We also ask that you consider being a workshop presenter for the C.A.L. Education Program. Each session will be offered 5 times for 50 minutes. A training workshop for presenters is being offered on Saturday January 3, 2015 from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. in Fairfield at the UCCE Office. Contact workshop coordinator Kyle McMann at highhealth98@gmail.com for more information.
We hope that you are excited about the Conference and that you consider accepting a leadership role. Thanks in advance for being a part of this innovative Conference. We know that you will benefit and have much to share upon returning to your own county and club.
If you have any questions about the registration form or the Conference, please don't hesitate to contact the co-chairs or the registrar.
Sincerely, CAL Co-Chairs
Hannah Lomas: wickedgoats@sbcglobal.net,
Mia Castro: mmcastro7@aol.com,
Nicole Marchesani: nicolem7642@gmail.com,
Ashley Arbuckle: ashleyrb97@yahoo.com
Registration at: http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/Sectional/ Your place will be held only when ALL paperwork and a check is in the county office
COME JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF FUN IN THE JUNGLE!
SONOMA COUNTY 4-H ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT CELEBRATION!
OCTOBER 25TH, 2014 - 7 PM - AT THE 4-H CENTER
COME FOR THE AWARDS AND STAY FOR THE PARTY! YOUR ALL STAR AND HER RISING STAR TEAM WILL BE HOSTING A PARTY FOLLOWING THE AWARDS – MUSIC, GAMES, FACE PAINTING, AND REFRESHMENTS! COME JOIN THE FUN!
See attached Flyer
Interested in “Thrive!” but no time to attend a training? You can now take the training online from the comfort of your home.
Check out: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Volunteers/iDevelop/
Community First Credit Union is now offering Ag Loans at 0% interest for your 4-H projects. Whether you are raising a market chicken or steer you can learn about money and loans with our program. 4-Hers will learn all about loans, how to spend money responsibly, and earn a credit score in the process. They will also get a chance to use online and mobile banking, earn 7.07% on their savings accounts and be able to use a Debit card (which is also a GO LOCAL rewards card). Community First is also having a Photo contest to see which 4-H club will be on our debit card for 2015! More info is on the attached flyer as well as the complete packet for the Ag Loans. If you have any questions or would like me to come out to your club to talk about these amazing programs please email Rebecca at rnystrom@comfirstcu.org or give me a call at 543-2654.
Rebecca Nystrom Brito
Member Development Specialist
Community First Credit Union
707-543-2654
See attached flyers
4-H'ers compete in Kentucky
Mary got second in the 4-H division! She missed first by one point. Angela got sixth and many other top medals for the various other contests she entered. The team won third place in the 4-H division. They also won the state display contest. Wahoo!!! Congratulations!
Calling all farmers and food artisans!
Taste the Possibilities: Adding Value to Your Ag Business
A workshop for Sonoma County farmers and food artisans interested in creating value-added products featuring locally grown produce.
Date: November 3, 2014
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Showcase Café, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa.
Cost: $15 advance registration online / $25 at the door.
Register:ucanr.edu/taste
Service Opportunity: Media-Smart Youth Teen Leaders Program
We are excited to tell you about a new opportunity from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)! NIH is now accepting applications from young adults ages 15 to 20 for the Media-Smart Youth (MSY) Teen Leaders Program. MSY is a 10-lesson curriculum for youth ages 11 to 13 that explores media, nutrition, and physical activity. Throughout the program, youth analyze advertisements and make media messages of their own, try healthy snack recipes, and discover fun ways to be physically active. MSY teen leaders commit to carrying out the program from start to finish. In return, they receive leadership experience, community service hours, and recognition from the NIH, plus training and $1,000 for program expenses.
This is a great service project for 4-H'ers!
Applications are due October 24, 2014. For more details and to apply, visit the Teen Leaders page.
Heads up, teens! If you care about health in your community and are on the lookout for a unique service project, consider applying for the #MediaSmartYouth (MSY) Teen Leaders Program. Applications are due October 24. http://go.usa.gov/pCwY
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Complete Ag Loan Packet
4-H Photo Contest