- Author: Laura Snell
Hello All,
I just wanted to give a little update on the 2024 DG Colt Challenge. This is our fifth year completing this program. There are 19 youth from 14 counties in California and Southern Oregon. This year's challenge is open to new 2024 trainers and all returning trainers and horses from the past five years.
The 2024 Colt Challenge competition will be held June 22nd in Alturas, CA at the Junior Livestock Showgrounds on the corner of 8th and Nagle. We will start with registration at noon and classes will start at 1pm. There will be three classes like years past, obstacle, halter, and showmanship. For returning horses, who are over three, there will be an option for equitation on horseback and to complete the obstacle course on horseback.
Video Challenge
Each April we have held a video challenge for youth to show us how far they have come with their horses. This was a great activity during Covid but has continued to be a highlight and opportunity to share more about our youth and their horses with partners and interested parties. Videos were evaluated on 4 criteria: Creativity, Horse Behavior, Trainer Ability, and Grooming. The winners this year are below, please enjoy watching their videos. Thank you for your support of this program and the unique opportunity it provides for youth in California. Please feel free to share this with other contacts that may be interested in the success of this program as well.
Third Place Olivia and Chili, San Luis Obispo County – Creston 4-H Club
Second Place Gracelyn and Wren, Shasta County – Foothill High School FFA
"Wren and the $1M Halter" (can only be watched on YouTube)
First Place Merideth and Cosmo, San Diego County – Surfside 4-H
Mustang Camp, June 28-29 in Susanville
This year we are also hosting a Mustang Camp in Susanville June 28-29th to reach youth who want to learn about wild horses but are maybe not in a situation to take a wild horse home yet. This is part of a national grant funded by BLM with a group of west-wide extension agents. Registration closes June 14th.
Thank you for your continued support of this program,
Laura
/h2>/h3>/h3>/h3>/h2>- Author: Mike Hsu
UC Cooperative Extension team in Sutter and Yuba counties showcases UC ANR programs, community partners
When dozens of elementary schoolers gathered to watch a live calf birth at Tollcrest Dairy in Yuba County, their comments ranged from “disgusting but cool” to “I saw something that maybe I'm too young to see.”
Expanding horizons, growing knowledge and gently pushing some limits were at the heart of a four-week day camp, Ag-Venture, organized by the University of California Cooperative Extension office serving Sutter and Yuba counties.
Throughout July, more than 80 campers – ages 5 through 12 – explored agriculture and science topics through field trips across the region, hands-on activities and lively presentations by UCCE advisors, UC Master Gardeners, 4-H specialists, UC Master Food Preservers and CalFresh Healthy Living, UC educators. All these groups fall under the umbrella of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources.
A grant from The Center at Sierra Health Foundation funded this day camp for underserved youth focused on agriculture and natural resources – the first of its kind in the area. Exploring the themes of “Interesting Insects,” “Foods and Farms,” “Woods and Water” and “Awesome Animals,” the campers learned directly from community experts and UC ANR scientists.
“Some of the kids might think scientists are only wearing lab coats and working with genetics and DNA and human-based science, but here they got to see agricultural scientists and natural scientists,” said Rayna Barden, the 4-H community education specialist who led the camp. “It was a cool way to showcase what ANR does and what we have to offer.”
Youth gain wide range of experiences, knowledge
Visits to local farms and ranches – with many chances to greet the animals – were a highlight for many of the camp participants.
“I liked learning about agriculture and the interactive activities,” said a fourth grader. “I saw a baby cow coming out of its mama, and they [farm staff] had to use a tool. It was cool.”
A sixth grader said: “I learned that feed is made up of everyday items, like almond shells and beer hops!”
“Sheep, cows and goats have one stomach and four chambers,” added another sixth grader.
That digestive tidbit was absorbed by the campers after a visit with UCCE livestock and natural resources advisor Dan Macon at Sierra Foothill Research and Extension Center, a facility operated by UC ANR in Browns Valley.
“We have 4-H kids and FFA kids in high school who still don't know how the four chambers work!” Barden said. “These kids had it and it was so cool to see that they remembered that from a previous day.”
Time and time again, Barden said she was amazed at how much the campers retained. After a visit to Bullards Bar Reservoir, a seven-year-old was able to explain why the dam is curved. Another young boy could draw his own interpretation of the water cycle. And several campers talked about the rice presentation for weeks.
Whitney Brim-DeForest, UCCE county director for Sutter and Yuba counties and a rice advisor, had the participants touch and feel different rice seeds and varieties. The campers also got to plant a few rice seeds to take home.
“But their favorite part – and what they talked about for the rest of camp – was the tadpole shrimp,” Brim-DeForest said. “We brought some live and preserved specimens, and they loved them!”
Sparking ideas for future careers
One third-grade camper said she enjoyed learning the differences between agricultural pests and beneficial insects.
“And you can do stuff to help the good bugs,” she said, adding that she would like to pursue a career working with animals and nature.
Expanding awareness among young people of new career possibilities was exciting for Ricky Satomi, UCCE forestry and natural resources advisor for Sutter and Yuba counties. Using interactive exercises (such as those developed by California Project Learning Tree, another UC ANR-affiliated program), Satomi shared his knowledge about resource competition, watershed filtration and fire behavior in forest ecosystems.
“It's always a pleasure to introduce students to the natural resources where they live,” Satomi said. “This is particularly critical given the current workforce shortage we face in forestry; I hope their experience at Ag-Venture will spark interest in future forestry careers, where these students can work to better their local forest communities.”
Young people from local colleges and universities also gained invaluable experience during the camp. Four students helped prepare the camp: Yasmeen Castro Guillen (Chico State), Alana Logie (Yuba College), Jayla Pollard (Folsom Lake College) and Adam Yandel (Chico State). Three more helped lead the camp as counselors: Hector Amezcua (Yuba College), Alyssa Nott (Butte College) and Jillian Ruiz (Chico State).
“They did such a fantastic job, mentoring the kids and serving as positive role models, and we have seen tremendous growth in all of them, too – in confidence, skills and knowledge,” said Brim-DeForest.
A true community effort
Barden emphasized that the sweeping scope and in-depth, intertwining lessons of the camp were only possible through broad support from the greater community. Brim-DeForest highlighted the partnership with Yuba City Unified School District, as well as with Sutter County. Camp HQ was in Ettl Hall, a Sutter County building; campers visited the Sutter County Museum; they also met Yuba-Sutter public health officer Dr. Phuong Luu.
Additional collaborators included Melissa Ussery, CalFresh Healthy Living, UC nutrition program supervisor; Rene McCrory, 4-H secretary; Johnny Yang, UC Master Gardener and Master Food Preserver program coordinator; Matt Rodriguez, 4-H youth development advisor; and Nicole Marshall-Wheeler, 4-H youth development advisor.
“Honestly, we could plan all of this, but without the community's support, our program never would have worked smoothly,” said Barden, who grew up in the small town of Sutter. “Having all of our guest speakers, having all the people who were willing to have up to 50 kids on their property – it just shows how much our community is about our youth.”
Brim-DeForest said Sandy Parker, the camp nurse, exemplifies that spirit. A UC Master Gardener and 4-H alumna and volunteer, Parker also invited the campers to her family ranch, where she introduced the children to her farm animals and Great Pyrenees guardian dog.
The campers certainly appreciated the generosity, teamwork and energy that went into Ag-Venture. Barden said that many of the participants originally had only signed up for one or two weeks – but loved the camp so much that they asked to register for more. And she added that the “vast majority” of them said they want Ag-Venture to come back and would attend in the future.
“Our youth are just so resilient and so willing to learn,” Barden said, reflecting on the camp overall. “Whereas adults, we're usually a little more timid at things, these kids just were willing to dive in, head first, and be in that moment and try to take away as much as they could from what they were offered there at camp.”
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Hello, California 4-H! My name is Eve Dowdell and I am on the State 4-H Camping Advisory Committee. The Camping Committee is responsible for planning and running the State Camping Conference, collecting and analyzing Camp Survey Data from all over the State, and assisting and providing resources for 4-H Camps throughout California. This is my second year on the committee and I have loved being a part of this fantastic group of 4-H-loving folks! Being on this committee not only has introduced me to great people and experiences, but also has educated me on the importance of 4-H Camp. I wouldn't have the deep attachment to 4-H Camp had I not learned about what it means to 4-H'ers throughout the state, country, and globe.
Although my active involvement on the State 4-H Camping Advisory Committee enables me to delve into the “nitty-gritty” of 4-H Camp, that's not the only thing fueling my love for 4-H Camp. Most of my fellow 4-H'ers share my love of 4-H Camp because of the friends we have, the crazy songs and skits we perform, the yummy meals we eat, and, of course, the beloved memories that we make at 4-H Camp each year. Whether they're from Snow Camps, Day-Camps, or Resident Camps, our many camp memories are sweet (though recently “bittersweet”) and ignite our desire to go each year.
Alright, before I continue, let's do a test. I want you to think about how you feel when you read these words:
“CAMP MEMORIES”
How did those words affect you? Did you smile? Did you feel reminiscent? Are you picturing yourself and a friend singing a wacky camp song together? (Hahaha, I am, too.) What about this next phrase?...
“4-H CAMP MEMORIES”
Wow...what a rush! 4-H Camp memories will last forever.
Okay, if you've never participated in camp, particularly 4-H Camp, then you're probably feeling a little left out. 4-H Camp is a place where all of us can come together to build one another up through fun, skillful, and personable adventures, and sometimes in wacky ways.
I hope you enjoyed that test. It was to remind us of the many camp memories that accentuate our life experiences. These memories aren't just images or flashbacks. These 4-H memories, like so many other 4-H moments, are the foundation of our 4-H experiences. As this unprecedented 4-H year continues onward, I hope you take some time to think of camp memories and how they build our character and enhance our personalities. I know 4-H Camp is an important part of my 4-H experience, and I imagine it is (or will be) for you as well. That being said, I also hope to inspire you to share your own 4-H Camp memories.
Personally, I have a collection of memories that always populates my mind when I think of camp. One of my most memorable camp memories is my first time playing Kajabi Kan-Kan. Simply put, Kajabi Kan-Kan is an active, rotating game of tug-of-war. The point of the game is to be that last person standing as you rotate around an object. This intense game of strength, agility, and quick thinking can be complicated, but extremely thrilling.
For my county camp's tournament, the boys and girls compete separately. After both groups compete, the top-three boys and top-three girls go head-to-head in the Kajabi Kan-Kan finale. The girl group was made up of 18 girls who competed for the top-three spots to play against the boys. The reason this memory is in the top-ten of my favorite camp memories is that I was the last girl standing out of all the girls who competed and the third-to-last camper standing in the Finale round. It was an exhilarating experience! When I think about it, I still have a hard time believing I lasted that long!
Another exhilarating, amusing, and, dare I say, terrifying memory at camp was swimming to the buoys with my brother. I'm sure many have had the … “pleasure” of plunging into the icy-cold lake water at Summer Camp. Well, my first and only time doing it was during my last stay at camp in 2019. My brother and I decided before we arrived at camp that we would swim to the buoys at least once during the week.
Every year at camp I end up trying something new that feels outside my element. So, the task of venturing out into the great unknown with my fierce companion was no different. I had no idea of the task at hand. Once we had finally touched the buoys, we stopped to enjoy the stunning view. However, it only lasted about two minutes before we had to swim back to shore to defrost. The swim was crisp and daunting, and the water was so cold that I felt like I was being zapped with bolts of electricity.
This adventure was definitely my fondest, most daring memory of 4-H Camp. It along with many others has taught me how to remain confident and calm in unpredictable, or electrifying situations.
4-H Camp is great for improving your resilience, improving your teamwork, and especially stepping outside of your comfort zone.
Whether by making new friends, playing volleyball, or performing a skit or song at campfire, 4-H Camp is the place to develop and practice your social skills. Capture the Flag is my favorite team-building camp activity because I am able to run and tag Rival teammates, while strategizing with my team (#blueteamrocks), and ultimately capture the opposing team's flag.
A memory I have of playing Capture the Flag occurred at 4-H Camp while I was guarding my team's flag. Rival teammates had made it past the first line of security and were approaching me...and the flag. It was now my responsibility to keep my team's flag safe from the now circling opponents who were trying to grab the flag and bolt. Unfortunately, one of the Rivals breached our last line of security, grabbed the flag, and began, just as I said, to bolt for their side. I yelled to my fellow guardians, “THEY GOT THE FLAG!!!” You wouldn't believe how fast my entire team shifted gears, grouped together, and raced to tag the Rivals. Happily, we tagged them before they reached their side, thwarting their chance of victory over us.
I think of this one memory every single time I think of 4-H Camp and Capture the Flag. The same memories may not seem that extraordinary to others, but that's what makes them special. These are my very own memories, and they are what makes camp special for me.
Camp allows us to do and learn things that we never thought we'd do otherwise.
Many of my fellow 4-H'ers have had the privilege and opportunity not only to attend 4-H Camp, but also to leave camp with new friends, new favorite meals, and of course, new memories that make 4-H Camp the fabulous adventure it is. Every summer, we look forward to the week of camp and the endeavors it brings.
My first year at 4-H Camp enabled me to learn skits, sing camp songs, do responsible camp chores, and connect with 4-H'ers from all over the county. My fellow bunkmates and I also found the time to stay up late talking about Marvel, Star Wars, and our other favorite things. These moments were memorable because we formed strong bonds that still tie us together today.
One of my favorite things about camp is without a doubt the fun, but I delight in its predictable unpredictability, too. I always expect new and surprising adventures, songs, activities, and opportunities to make lasting friendships every day at camp.
As many counties still wait for the big decision of whether or not their camp will take place this summer, take time to remember some of your own favorite camp memories. Share them with your friends and family. Maybe post them on your social media with some hashtags like: #4HCampMemories, #4HCamp, #4HCampisthebestcamp, or #nothinglike4HCamp. Be creative. Be inspiring.
Whether you're new to camp or a veteran 4-H camper, these are perfect times to make positive memories. We're all in this together and are working to make the next 4-H Camp experience the best one yet.
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Camp 1 is now full.
Archery Equipment needed
My request: if there are any clubs with archery gear that they are not using, I would love to be able to have it transferred to Golden Hills so we can put it back into regular use. I'm glad to go pick up items to make this easy. If you know if any equipment that is not being used please call Fred Vaske at Cell: 707-738-9927 |
Hello Sonoma County 4H!
Please be aware of due dates for fair entries and pre-registrations and camp reservations. It's also definitely not too early to make sure your record books are up to date. This will make it so much easier for you to complete them before it's time to turn them in! The 57th Annual 4-H Open House and Chickenque took place on May 6th, and we were able to honor our first responders! A special thank you to Fred Frey, Nell Western and the whole Chickenque committee for working to put on this wonderful event. Congratulations to all the members who submitted Chickenque posters for competition, they looked amazing and thank you for spreading the word around town! It was wonderful to have the traditional parade of clubs happen again this year. A very special thank you to the Youth Ag and Leadership Foundation for sponsoring all of the meals for the first responders. We also need to acknowledge the Fashion Revue committee for a fantastic job done on the Super Hero Fashion Revue that took place on April 21st. The contestants and entries were amazing and creative, and congratulations to all the winners! Thank you for showing yet again how your skills can grow through our program! Please remember that leader training will be happening August 25th. Fair time is coming up and will be here sooner than you think! Don't forget that fairs are not only an opportunity to showcase the animals you've raised, but to enter all the wonderful things you have made during your 4-H project meetings! It is wonderful to see the exhibit building filled with all the creative items you make and the fantastic educational displays! When you share your projects with the general public and educate them about 4-H by entering your project work at the fair or giving a demonstration it's a win-win for all involved! See you all at the fair! Warmly, Naomi |
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Record Books - Due August 25th to the county Record Books help 4-H members practice records management, reflect on their 4-H work, and measure achievements. Forms are available here. Club Leader - Year end checklist Thank you for serving as a 4-H Club Leader! We know the role can take a lot of time so please know how much you are appreciated for your efforts. As the 2017-2018 4-H program year ends, we wanted to remind you about required year-end paperwork. The checklist attached in “Club Year-End Letter 2018” outlines all the documents required to be submitted at the end of the year to the County 4-H Office at/by the annual 4-H Club Leader training, scheduled for August 25 at the YAL Center, 9:00am-12noon. The checklist is also available at http://cesonoma.ucanr.edu/4H/Clubs/Leader/#A
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4-H does not endorse any person in the community who make requests. As always, please use caution when contacting someone. 4-H members who accept listed jobs are doing so as an individual, outside of the scope of the 4-H program. Guinea pigs for sale(show quality) One is an Abyssinian and the other is a Teddy. They are both show quality and are sows. They have received best of show and/or best of breed at local county fairs last year. Have been hand raised. $55 for both. Call Kathy at 707-696-7850. Sister Bunnies looking for a new home I've had sweetheart and honey bunny for two years; I bought them from a lovely home in Napa and now looking for a family with "rabbit experience" to take them. I'm only posting with 4-H groups because of my experience with 4-H. Please call me if interested at 707 292 3823. I'm asking 40.00 for both. Thank you, Liz. |
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County Level Volunteer Enrollment Coordinator (VEC 2) On behalf of our UC Cooperative Extension County Director, Youth Advisor and staff, we would like to thank Matt Schafer for providing leadership and training in the area of 4-H Online enrollment as Sonoma County's very first VEC 2. Due to Matt's efforts, Sonoma County was recognized as one of the first counties in the state, to train and enlist a VEC for each club in the program. This innovative idea greatly streamlined the process of enrollment and freed up hours of office time. Matt's vision, forward thinking, willingness to problem solve and donate his time and expertise in this role has been greatly appreciated. As Matt has transitioned off of the Exec board, we would like to welcome Lisa Schuldt, from Penngrove 4-H as our new VP of Membership and VEC 2. Going forward, Lisa will be our VEC 2, conducting the VEC 1 trainings and she will be the go-to person for VEC 1 information. Welcome Lisa and thank you for stepping up! Lisa can be reached at rubicon71@comcast.net. Its National 4-H week! Here are the locations of our window displays: 4-H Recognized by Board of Supervisors CCE Sonoma County 4-H received a gold resolution from the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 recognizing National 4-H Week 2017! A copy of the resolution is available at: http://cesonoma.ucanr.edu/files/271240.pdf Las Posadas 4-H Camp 90th Anniversary sweat shirts and t-shirts available! 4-H Camp Enthusiasts - Save the Date! The 2018 4-H Camping Conference will be held April 6 - 8, 2018 at Redwood Glen in the Santa Cruz Mountains between San Francisco and Santa Cruz. The camping conference is a biannual event which provides 4-H teen leaders, volunteers and staff the opportunity to improve their camping programs and meet others who are just as passionate about camp as they are. The conference is filled with enlightening workshops, engaging activities, and new programming ideas. Additional information will follow! Outreach opportunity Twistee Project Open County Projects Open County Projects: Dog Project To all Sonoma Co 4H community leaders. Please announce to your club that there is a county wide dog project. It meets the 2nd Sat of every month, rain or shine, 10-11 at the 4H Center in Rohnert Park. Led by Lenore Ryan from Independence club. We will be teaching beginning obedience and showmanship, as well as some basic dog care and breeds. If you have teen leaders who would like to help lead this project, they are welcome. For more info please contact Lenore at (707)799-9791 or email her at ryantony@comcast.net Goats make good 4-H projects. They are interesting, like attention, are not expensive to buy or feed, are easily handled and transported, and are fun to show at the fairs. The project is designed on the basis of a three-year-minimum plan. This gives the member an opportunity to begin with a kid and develop her into a producing dairy goat. Green Valley Club OBJECTIVES:
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Marine biology is being offered through Gateway 4-H. We will be taking a trip to Shell Beach in February to check out the tidepools. We will spend time talking about whales, tidal zones and the effects of pollution. If you are interested in joining this project please contact Brian Seekins at teamseekins@gmail.com Sequoia “open” Sewing will begin on October 7th at 9:30 am, At the Center previously known as 4-H Center. Please sign up on 4-H online, you'll be cross clubbing into Sequoia. Well be starting on an easy pillow case or you can sew on your own items. Please watch your email box for info on what to bring to the first meeting. Looking forward to sewing with with you all and creating some fun new things! Call Diana Hampton at 707-484-6884 or Naomi Edwards at 707-548-8524 with any questions or just to let us know your joining. I'll have cross clubbing forms on hand for all. Thanks! Open County Projects: Wildlife Our focus this year is Birds of Sonoma County, and beyond. We will learn about their habitats, what they eat, what eats them and how we can help them. This subject lends itself to time in observation so we will plan some birding trips with experts to learn more about our local Birds. Join Gateway 4-H with our leadership team - Emily, Gianna and Tyler, to upgrade your ability to identify birds on the wing, in the tree tops, or even sitting on the nest, and what you can do to entice them to visit your yard. Represent 4-H at Community Festivals! We are inviting 4-H members, leaders, and parents to help represent 4-H at three upcoming 4-H community festivals. Please register for a 2-hour shift during the event.
Turkey Dinner to benefit 4-H Poultry We need between 8-10 members to meet & greet guests, and if possible, 10-15 to help serve the meal. To learn more about this dinner or to buy tickets click on the link above. Please see the link at the end of the October 4-H reporter to learn more about the 4-H member jobs Julie Atwood 707-318-7526 SAVE THE DATE! Bay Coast Youth Summit January 19th-21st, YMCA Camp Jones Attend awesome educational workshops, learn about leadership, meet other kids from across the Bay Coast Area, and much much more! Interested in joining the team? Interested in leading a workshop? Want to share your knowledge with youth ages 11-13? Fill out our workshop proposal form for the Youth Summits to apply to present at the Bay Coast Youth Summit! Indoor space is limited it's recommended that your workshop is engaging, can fit an hour workshop space, and high quality! Marathon Kids 4-H Discounts! Marathon Kids is offering a discount to our 4-H Project Leaders. This is a super special, one-time offer, and is only good for 4-H clubs who register by November 1, 2017. Here are the updated registration instructions for folks to follow, reflecting the 50% discount. Up for a fun challenge? California 4-H is teaming up with Marathon Kids to help you take your Color Me Green project to the next level this year. The Marathon Kids program aligns perfectly to the goals of 4-H and CMG, and we're confident you won't want to miss out on this opportunity! How does it work? Marathon Kids clubs set mileage goals, run or walk throughout the season, track their progress and earn exclusive Nike rewards for every milestone they complete. This easily fits into the CMG structure, giving you an extra tool to ensure your participants stick to their physical activity training plan over the course of the project. The best part: the team at Marathon Kids will provide you, the Coach, with all the tools, training and resources you want or need to be successful. They'll even help you customize the program to fit your CMG project's needs. Please share with you volunteers and those planning to host a Color Me Green Run. |
From the 4-H Youth Development Advisor, Steven Worker Hello Sonoma County, Officer's training was once again a successful time for youth and adult volunteers. Food, fun and leader training was given and received for youth wanting to start this 2017-2018 year strong and informed. Thank you to Charlotte and Christine for planning it. Record books were evaluated by leaders, parents, and grandparents who were willing to spend 4 hours looking through a youth's past year of triumph, hurdles, and successes. 51 junior/intermediate books, 8 senior books, 29 primary books were evaluated! Thank you Kristi, Sara, Lisa, Robin, KC and to all who helped evaluate!! National 4-H Week was a wonderful success again. We hope you were able to see a fabulous window display or see our advertisement on the back of one of the county buses. Our county is always looking for youth and adult volunteers to serve on committees and if you are willing to spend a few extra hours helping coordinate an event in Sonoma County please contact the office so we can get you in touch with the best group. Maybe you want to start a new county committee to put on event? Please contact the office or board to come share your great new ideas!!! Please join me in being a part of the amazing leaders that 4-H is building in Sonoma County. There are over 50 projects that are active in Sonoma County. Making the Best, Better, Naomi
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Salvation Army In the past few years, many clubs have donated time to assisting the Salvation Army in raising funds, by ringing the bell. This has been an activity to which many volunteers and members looked forward each holiday season. Our 4-H program will not be able to continue this participation going forward. The State has clarified the policy regarding this activity. Please see below. “As an example of a common activity proposed but is not within 4-H policy: holiday bell ringing for the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army is a group that falls within the category of a group of organization that is religious in nature or purpose. 4-H policies establish that 4-H units may not fundraise to support groups or organizations that fall within the category of being religious or political in nature or purpose. The purpose of this policy is to ensure that UC 4-H is not appearing to favor a particular religion(s). This program through the Salvation Army is religious-based and is centered around one specific religious holiday: Christmas. This would not be an organization that the 4-H club would work through. 4-H units must ensure the organization is not religious or political in nature, to stay within 4-H policy if they want to fundraise as a service learning activity to directly benefit a group or organization. “ Of course, individuals may participate with the Salvation Army outside of 4-H if they wish. Please contact me with any questions or comments. - Judy Ludovise |
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4-H does not endorse any person in the community who make requests. As always, please use caution when contacting someone. 4-H members who accept listed jobs are doing so as an individual, outside of the scope of the 4-H program. Free Cages available for 4-H member We have a few cages for animals, they were used from an old 4-H project. We are located in Santa Rosa. Please contact Cathy for more information - 707-206-1827 Small Engines available for a project leader Earl Houldz has a few small engines he would like to donate to a 4-H project leader. Please contact him at 707-542-5743 Graze Land for a senior. Jim is looking for some help in grazing his half acre in Petaluma. You may contact him at 707-778-6167 Or at incarcam@sonic.net Rabbit Sitter needed for one week We will be leaving for one week and will be needing a rabbit sitter that can help with our rabbit. The rabbit stays in the cage, we can bring the rabbit to you in the hutch. Please contact Janice at 707-478-6256 or email at jwalt41@sbcglobal.net |
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