4-H Newsletter - March 31, 2023

NEW

4-H County Council Meeting

The 4-H County Council will meet promptly at 5:30 p.m. on April 4. There will be a short officer training at the beginning of the meeting. We will conduct elections at this meeting for this calendar year ~ it has been proposed to have the same officers serve for the remainder of the year since we did get behind from tabling this at the end of last year.

Everyone is welcome to attend: parents, youth and volunteers. Just please make sure that each club is represented.

Click this link to let us know you will be attending the meeting: https://forms.gle/bo2apQAGePFe7mXh8

When: Tuesday, April 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Where: Cumberland County Cooperative Extension Office
301 East Mountain Drive
Ages: 5-18

NEW

Summer Camp "Howling with CALS"

Join us for a week of exploring agriculture and life sciences at NC State. This is FREE camp for rising 9th graders.

The Howling with CALS Camp is a four day residential camp (June 11-14, 2023) for a small group of rising high-school freshman from rural North Carolina counties or underrepresented communities to reside on North Carolina Stat University's campus to learn more about opportunities within agriculture and life sciences.

From meeting our dairy cows and having a taste of howling cow ice cream to propagating weird and wonderful plants, this week promises a lot of fun discovery. We are seeking students who are interested in learning more about agriculture and life sciences disciplines, have a passion for making a difference, and understanding the science behind these fields, and participating in hands-on learning.

Eligible and selected campers do not need to pay a registration or camper fee (travel costs to and from NC State's campus not included). Campers will be led by camp counselors through a number of different activities during their stay on campus.

Applications are open now! Click here to apply. We are accepting applications until April 17 and families will be notified.

NEW
NC 4-H and FFA Scholarship Opportunities

AgCarolina Farm Credit has scholarships that support academic excellence, community involvement, and leadership for students committed to southeastern North Carolina agriculture and rural development.

The deadline to submit your application is April 15, 2023. Click here for the application link.

AgCarolina Farm Credit is offering up to (6) 4-H and FFA scholarships of $1,000 and (12) high school At-Large scholarships of $1,000. Additionally, there are (5) $2,000 scholarships to NCSU, (4) $1,000 scholarships to NC A&T, (4) $1,000 scholarships to UMO, (6) $750 scholarships to NCSU Agriculture Institute, (6) $750 scholarships to NC Community Colleges, and (2) $1,000 scholarships to HBCU and Historically Minority-Serving Institutions.

NC 4-H/FFA Dairy Judging Contest

The North Carolina Dairy Youth Foundation is looking forward to working with youth at this year's combined 4-H and FFA State Dairy Evaluation Event. Registration is now open. There are no registration fees for this event and lunch will be provided.

Youth may dual enroll in the contest, with both 4-H and FFA. Please see the attached memo for more details. Those who wish to participate as a member of 4-H must register here. If you want to also participate as part of an FFA chapter, please make sure to register through their form as well, see memo here, scroll down to NC Dairy Youth Foundation.

When: Friday, April 14
Where: Carolina Classics Fairgrounds, Winston Salem, NC

2023 NC WHEP State Contest

The Wildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP) is a national 4-H program that:
* teaches 4-H'ers about the fundamentals of wildlife management
* brings 4-H'ers together to develop team skills
* promotes and develops leadership skills among 4-H'ers
* provides an opportunity for 4-H'ers to work with natural resource professionals

Although WHEP is a competitive event, its primary purpose is to increase participant's knowledge of wildlife management while promoting life skills and critical thinking. The basis of the program is the NC WHEP Learning and Activity Guide, which covers wildlife habitat management concepts and helps participants prepare for the annual state contest.
When: Saturday, May 6, 2023
Where: PeeDee National Wildlife Refuge
Wadesboro, NC (Anson County)
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Registration deadline: April 21, 2023
Click this link for registration site and WHEP information: https://sites.google.com/ncsu.edu/nc4h-forestry-wildlife/whep-contest-information

4-H Poultry Showdown - Sampson County

Join other 4-H youth for the Sampson County 4-H Spring Poultry Showdown on May 20!

Registration will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with the show starting at 10:30 a.m. Youth will be allowed to bring two breeds of their choice. There will be showmanship and breed classes.

Where: Sampson County Livestock Facility
55 Agriculture Place, Clinton, NC 28328
When: Saturday, May 20, 2023
Cost: No cost to enter
Ages: 5-18
Registration: Click this Google form link
Deadline to register: May 17, 2023

Email or call for further information: Elizabeth R. Merrill
elizabeth_rowe@ncsu.edu
910-592-7161

7-County 4-H Master Volunteer Training

Join 4-H volunteers from Bladen, Brunswick, Cumberland, Hoke, Moore, New Hanover, and Robeson Counties for the Master Volunteer Training. You will have the opportunity to choose attending virtual or in person. Dinner will be included for those attending in person.

Everyone attending, whether in-person or virtual, is asked to register at this link in Eventbrite, this way we will have a count for dinner and also be able to send you the zoom link if you choose virtual. Eventbrite will have topic descriptions.

April 17 - 4-H Basics - Hoke County Cooperative Extension
June 12 - Competitive World of 4-H - Robeson County Cooperative Extension
September 18 - Teen Opportunities - Bladen County Cooperative Extension
October 23 - High Tech/High Touch of 4-H - Cumberland County Cooperative Extension

Summer Staff Needed at Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center!

Do you have what it takes to be a staff member at Betsy-Jeff Penn? Ready for a summer filled with memories and amazing experiences?

We are looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals who can serve as role models and mentors for summer camp 2023, June 4 through August 6. Staff live, play, sing, eat and assist in the supervision of campers throughout the summer.

Most qualified candidates will possess: Patience, fairness, playfulness, compassion, great listening skills, and the ability to adapt. Summer staff provides meaningful experiences to youth from around he country. Camp staff can make a positive impact on the campers they lead. The position demands great responsibility and compassion. You will be on call 24/6. It is also one of the most gratifying experiences you'll have.

You will be contributing to many wonderful memories in addition to having the greatest summer ever while making lifelong friends.

Other Positions Available at the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Educational Center Include:
Cabin Counselors, Adventure Counselors, Activity Specialists (Aquatics, Horseback Riding, Archery, Arts & Crafts, and Climbing Wall) and Lead Counselors (experience required).

Work Schedule:
Will coincide with the 2023 Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Camp schedule. Most workweeks will begin around noon on Sunday and end around 1 p.m. on Friday. You will be with campers Sunday through Friday.

Forty-plus hours per week. Approximate employment from June 4 through August 6, 2023. Actual dates may vary based on position. Required to live on site, work Sunday - Friday. Applicants will live in a cabin while supervising groups of campers.

First year staff start out at $300 weekly, including Sunday dinner - Friday lunch meals and room and board for the summer.

For additional information click on this link: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/2023/02/nc-4-h-camps-2023-summer-camp-employment-opportunities/

Apply for employment: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/178819

Please contact Allison Ledford, anledfor@ncsu.edu or 336.349.9445, at BJP directly with questions.

Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest

The Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest is a statewide annual contest that highlights North Carolina 4-H'ers photographic achievements. The winning photos will be premiered during the National 4-H Week and displayed on the North Carolina 4-H Photography Contest website.

There is a new photography category, Special Effects and a new age division, Adult Division, 19+ as of 1/1 this year.
Click here for more information: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth-3/north-carolina-4-h-photo-contest/

Things to Remember when submitting entries:
Entries are DUE August 17, 2023 before 5 pm, EST
Entries must be submitted by the 4-H Agent/PA
  4-H Professionals, Click HERE to submit entries
Photographs MUST BE SUBMITTED at the highest image resolution possible
Photographs can not exceed 10 GB
Photograph MUST BE SAVED AS:
AgeDivision_PhotograpyCategory_FirstName_LastName_2023
FOR EXAMPLE:
Junior Special Effects Photo for Chris Clover saved as: Jr_Effects_Chris_Clover_2023
Senior Nature’s Beauty Photo for Kris Clover saved as: Sr_Nature_Kris_Clover_2023
Adult 4-H in Action Photo Cris Clover saved as: Adult_Action_Cris_Clover_2023

Please help your 4-H'ers discover these while participating in our photography contest:

Highlight NC 4-H’ers’ photographic achievements
Allow 4-H’ers to be creative and EXPLORE the 4-H Photography Curriculum
Help 4-H’ers to research how to take the best picture
Encourage 4-H’ers to Practice, Practice, Practice!!
Take 100 pictures to capture the one perfect image
Connect 4-H’ers with a professional photographer
Have FUN!!

2023 Social Media Toolkit
JOANN POS (Point of Sale) Campaign!

National 4-H Council is promoting a fundraising opportunity in our state. Funds from this event is managed like the Paper Clover funds generated by TSC (Tractor Supply Company) events but the targeted use of the funds is varied.

JOANN POS Campaign

January 31 – May 1, 2023
During the promotional timeframe, customers can donate or roundup at checkout in JOANN stores to support 4-H.
100% of donations support 4-H with 70% going back to the state where those funds were raised.

4-H Online 2.0-How to Enroll

Please see the attached letter that details information that will make your enrollment and re-enrollment much easier. If you were enrolled in the system last year, you will not have to set up a brand new account. Your login information is the same. Please reach out if you need assistance or need your password reset.

Adults, please note that in the information transfer many of our volunteers and adult birthdates were changed. Unfortunately, you will need to go in and add your actual date of birth.

Also note that you will need to determine a club affiliation in order for your
application to go through. If you are not in a particular club, please select
Member at Large (Cumberland County).

Please refer to the letter attached and contact the 4-H office if you have any questions.
4-H Online Enrollment/Re-Enrollment Family Letter 2022
4-H Online Family Enrollment Packet Information

4-H Online Re-Enrollment Packet for Youth and Volunteers
NC 4-H Online Enrollment Website 2.0

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.

Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by 10 days before the event to Jessica Drake, 4-H Extension agent, jessica_drake@ncsu.edu or 910-321-6867.

NC State University provides equal opportunity and affirmative action efforts, and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or veteran status. NC State University, N.C. A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and local governments cooperating.