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PROJECT RECORD BOOK CHECK-IN
What projects are 4-H'ers working on this year?

Looking at the current enrollment records, we have folks working on projects in the
areas of Swine, Poultry, Electricity, Pets, Citizenship, Engineering,

Cooking, Food Sciences, Career Exploration, Communication Skills, Aquatics, Butterflies,

Character, Leadership, Money Management, Personal Development, Arts, Drama,

Photography, Healthy Living, Archery, Hunting, Outdoor Adventure, Sewing, & Wildlife.

Do a Civic Engagement Project. May is a great time to celebrate our military, local heroes. As school ends and we approach District Activity Day, make sure to record any awards you may have received.

New Club Forming

There are several families interested in participating in an outdoor nature club. At this time we do not have a volunteer leader, however, Minda Daughtry (Extension Agent) and I, Pam Kerley (4-H Programmer) won't let that stop us. We plan to provide monthly meetings for the 2021 program year while actively recruiting for 2 new volunteer club leaders. Members of this club will participate in 8 outdoor club meetings in 2021 with a variety of activities to be discussed at this meeting. Register to attend the meeting.

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting 4-H Record Book Judging this year in person. We will have very strict limitations and will offer 5 locations for judging; however, the key is that we are going to be able to do this in person. We all know that judges are a vital part of this process and we are writing to request your help. If you would like to judge please see below for the specifics. It will be held in the following locations:

May 15 - Robeson County - Lumberton
May 15 - BJP 4-H Camp - Reidsville
May 15 - Mitchell County - Bakersville
May 22 - Nash County - Nashville
May 22 - Millstone 4-H Camp - Ellerbe

Due to the pandemic restrictions that are in place and the university guidelines, we will have to limit the number of judges per location to around 20 and judging will be held on one day only. Judging will be handled on a first come first serve. I have to cut it off at around 20 due to our indoor limit restrictions for space and people. Registration will close on May 7th. You must be a registered 4-H Volunteer to participate.

My Health Rocks! Keeping Healthy & Stress-free

Feeling a little stressed lately? You’re not alone! Let’s explore what’s stressing you out and the differences between good and bad stress. Join us for the My Health Rocks! 4-H SPIN Club and learn how to bust that stress, make smart choices, and build healthier relationships. This is a one-week-long virtual event for youth 10-14. Youths that actively participate in all 6 sessions of this SPIN club will have an opportunity to win a special prize to help you manage your stress! Register »

NC 4-H Council News

The State 4-H Council recently met and voted unanimously to send three (3) proposed North Carolina 4-H Council Constitution changes out for ratification (vote). In accordance with Article III Section 5.B of the constitution "The State 4-H Council will be responsible for amending the constitution and enacting bylaws governing the state constitution. Article X Sections 1 - 3 state the following:

Section 1. Each county in North Carolina with organized (active) 4-H County Council will have one vote in the balloting for ratification of this constitution.
Section 2. Counties will be given a 120-day period to cast their vote for or against ratification of the constitution. This constitution will go into effect immediately upon a two-thirds affirmative vote of the counties with councils.
Section 3. Proof of ratification or rejection by each county shall be shown by certification as prescribed (i.e. certified by the County Council President or their Designee).

If you want to be involved in the process to change the constitution and add a new officer you need to notify your Lee County Council President or Vice President: Oscar Sanchez and Kaycee Davis.