Douglas County 4-H shooting sports members and leaders,
As always, the popular Shooting Sports Family Campout will be held in Victor, CO. Dates are June 18-20 and the brochure and registration form are now available on the state web site.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact Rick Romanin at (303) 761-5651 or by email at rlromanin@netzero.net.
Friday, January 22, 2010
CSU president speaking at Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture
Douglas County 4-H,
As we all know, 4-H is the Youth Development component of CSU Extension services. You may be interested to know that CSU is participating in the upcoming forum on agriculture in Colorado. See information below.
State and national leaders in the field of agriculture, including Gov. Bill Ritter, Commissioner of Agriculture John Stulp, Colorado State University President Tony Frank and CSU Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences Craig Beyrouty, will speak at the annual Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture on Thursday, Feb. 18 at the Renaissance Denver Hotel, 3801 Quebec St.
Colorado State University President Frank will discuss the many ways that CSU connects with farmers and ranchers across the state. Colorado State is involved in a variety of interests from wheat research to livestock production including emerging markets, such as organics. Colorado State researchers are helping to answer questions surrounding food availability, food affordability and food safety.
CSU College of Agricultural Sciences Dean Beyrouty will detail some of the emerging and strategic research initiatives that are being developed hand-in-hand with the agricultural industry in the state.
Deadline for early registration is Feb. 8. The cost is $100 or $45 for students. After Feb. 8, registration is $120 or $50 for students. To register, visit www.colorado.gov/ag/forum or call (303) 239-4100.
As we all know, 4-H is the Youth Development component of CSU Extension services. You may be interested to know that CSU is participating in the upcoming forum on agriculture in Colorado. See information below.
State and national leaders in the field of agriculture, including Gov. Bill Ritter, Commissioner of Agriculture John Stulp, Colorado State University President Tony Frank and CSU Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences Craig Beyrouty, will speak at the annual Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture on Thursday, Feb. 18 at the Renaissance Denver Hotel, 3801 Quebec St.
Colorado State University President Frank will discuss the many ways that CSU connects with farmers and ranchers across the state. Colorado State is involved in a variety of interests from wheat research to livestock production including emerging markets, such as organics. Colorado State researchers are helping to answer questions surrounding food availability, food affordability and food safety.
CSU College of Agricultural Sciences Dean Beyrouty will detail some of the emerging and strategic research initiatives that are being developed hand-in-hand with the agricultural industry in the state.
Deadline for early registration is Feb. 8. The cost is $100 or $45 for students. After Feb. 8, registration is $120 or $50 for students. To register, visit www.colorado.gov/ag/forum or call (303) 239-4100.
2010 Fifth Annual Dutch Anderson Memorial Gymkhana
Hosted at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock, this show is open to anyone, not just 4-H members. In fact, adults are encouraged to participate!
Here are some details from the flier:
SAT, JAN 30TH
Event starts 10am SHARP! Office opens at 8:30am
Entry Fees: $30 for all events + $5/horse/person County office fee, or,
$8/event + $5/horse/person County office fee
Daily High Point & Reserve in each age division – all events count
Age determined as of 01/01/10
For more info:
Denise Anderson 303/660-0794 or Andersonsfarm@aol.com
Debbie Mills 720/231-5657 or MillsFamily@aaahawk.com
Andrea Green 303/884-7663
Douglas County Fairgrounds – I-25 to Exit 181 Plum Creek Parkway go east. Fairgrounds are on the north side of Plum Creek Parkway…In case of bad weather…if I-25 is open, we are ON!
2010 Douglas County Buckle Series Horse Shows
Hello Douglas County 4-H,
We've been spreading the word about the 2010 Buckle Series Horse Show. The showbill and entry form were included in your Dec/Jan newsletter and will be included in the February edition as well.
Both the showbill and the entry form are also posted on the web site.
Below are a few details:
Douglas County 4-H Horse Show Buckle Series
Five 2010 shows for overall high point!
~PAC/RMQHA Outreach approved shows~
Douglas County Fairgrounds at 500 Fairgrounds Rd., Castle Rock, CO 80104
Feb 7 & Feb 27 – Indoor Arena
May 8, June 12 & June 26 – Outdoor Arena
Registration: 8:00 am
Reg. ends 15 mins. before class begins.
Show starts: 9:00 am
Office Charge: $ 6.00 (one time/show)
Entry fee: $ 6.00 (per class)
All day fee: $50.00 (1 horse, 1 rider)
We've been spreading the word about the 2010 Buckle Series Horse Show. The showbill and entry form were included in your Dec/Jan newsletter and will be included in the February edition as well.
Both the showbill and the entry form are also posted on the web site.
Below are a few details:
Douglas County 4-H Horse Show Buckle Series
Five 2010 shows for overall high point!
~PAC/RMQHA Outreach approved shows~
Douglas County Fairgrounds at 500 Fairgrounds Rd., Castle Rock, CO 80104
Feb 7 & Feb 27 – Indoor Arena
May 8, June 12 & June 26 – Outdoor Arena
Registration: 8:00 am
Reg. ends 15 mins. before class begins.
Show starts: 9:00 am
Office Charge: $ 6.00 (one time/show)
Entry fee: $ 6.00 (per class)
All day fee: $50.00 (1 horse, 1 rider)
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Free Small Acreage Workshop March 6 in Elbert County
Douglas County 4-H community,
Thought some of you might be interested in this upcoming workshop.
You are invited to a free Small Acreage Workshop on Saturday, March 6 at Elbert Elementary School from 9-11:30 am.
Ben Berlinger from Natural Resources Conservation Service will offer an insightful look at animal grazing behavior. He will discuss how social behavior can influence food selection, what types of forage animals prefer, nutritional needs, toxins and aversions.
Next, learn from local expert Michelle Oldham of El Paso County Noxious Weeds about how to identify, control, and prevent weeds on your property.
Additionally, there will be various vendors and informational booths with representatives from local Conservation Districts and Division of Wildlife. Coffee and donuts will be served.
RSVP by February 26 to Elbert County CSU Extension office at 303-621-3162.
Thought some of you might be interested in this upcoming workshop.
You are invited to a free Small Acreage Workshop on Saturday, March 6 at Elbert Elementary School from 9-11:30 am.
Ben Berlinger from Natural Resources Conservation Service will offer an insightful look at animal grazing behavior. He will discuss how social behavior can influence food selection, what types of forage animals prefer, nutritional needs, toxins and aversions.
Next, learn from local expert Michelle Oldham of El Paso County Noxious Weeds about how to identify, control, and prevent weeds on your property.
Additionally, there will be various vendors and informational booths with representatives from local Conservation Districts and Division of Wildlife. Coffee and donuts will be served.
RSVP by February 26 to Elbert County CSU Extension office at 303-621-3162.
Community invited to Douglas County 4-H Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction
Please join Douglas County 4-H at the annual Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction event on February 5, 2010 in Kirk Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Dinner and the silent auction begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by a live auction.
This annual event is the main fundraising effort of the 4-H Exchange Group. Every two years, Douglas County trades trips with another state, giving members the opportunity to learn about diversity, history and culture.
In July 2008, Douglas County 4-H Exchange members hosted a group from Sussex County Delaware. Then in 2009, Douglas County 4-H traveled to Delaware to reconnect with new friends, tour Sussex County, and learn about a different state.
Not only do Douglas County 4-H members and staff prepare and serve spaghetti and Italian fixings, but many fine items are available for bidding at the silent auction. Items include original art work, gift baskets, gift cards, rounds of golf, a well-stocked kid’s table with items as low as 50 cents, and more.
To purchase tickets, call the Douglas County 4-H Office at 720-733-6940. Tickets remain at 2005 prices: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children.
For information on the Douglas County 4-H Exchange Program, or any 4-H program, go to the web site at www.douglascountyextension.org or call the office at the number above.
This annual event is the main fundraising effort of the 4-H Exchange Group. Every two years, Douglas County trades trips with another state, giving members the opportunity to learn about diversity, history and culture.
In July 2008, Douglas County 4-H Exchange members hosted a group from Sussex County Delaware. Then in 2009, Douglas County 4-H traveled to Delaware to reconnect with new friends, tour Sussex County, and learn about a different state.
Not only do Douglas County 4-H members and staff prepare and serve spaghetti and Italian fixings, but many fine items are available for bidding at the silent auction. Items include original art work, gift baskets, gift cards, rounds of golf, a well-stocked kid’s table with items as low as 50 cents, and more.
To purchase tickets, call the Douglas County 4-H Office at 720-733-6940. Tickets remain at 2005 prices: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children.
For information on the Douglas County 4-H Exchange Program, or any 4-H program, go to the web site at www.douglascountyextension.org or call the office at the number above.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Creative Cooks Workshop in Adams County
Douglas County 4-H,
Here are details of an upcoming Creative Cooks Workshop.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Would you like to learn more about the Creative Cooks Contest?
Are you interested in learning more about napkin folding and
garnish making? Do you need a refresher on nutrition?
Here are details of an upcoming Creative Cooks Workshop.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Would you like to learn more about the Creative Cooks Contest?
Are you interested in learning more about napkin folding and
garnish making? Do you need a refresher on nutrition?
When: Saturday, January 16, 2010 from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Adams County Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton in the Extension Office Meeting Rooms (first building as you drive into the park).
Cost: The cost of this hands-on creative cooks workshop is $5 per person.
Please RSVP to Julia, with money, by January 14, 2010. Checks should be made out to Adams County 4-H Home Ec. Committee Participants are asked to bring a paring knife and cutting board with them.
Questions: Call Julia Hurdelbrink at 303-637-8108 or e-mail at jhurdelbrink@co.adams.co.us
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
A note about the Douglas County 4-H newsletter
Hello Douglas County 4-H,
Did you know...
In addition to emailing the newsletter to you all every month, it is also available on the web site. If you ever need to take a look and you lost that email, just go to the 4-H web site and take a look. There is a button at the top of the page labeled, well... newsletter.
The next one is February 2010 and will be emailed the first of February. Watch for it!
Did you know...
In addition to emailing the newsletter to you all every month, it is also available on the web site. If you ever need to take a look and you lost that email, just go to the 4-H web site and take a look. There is a button at the top of the page labeled, well... newsletter.
The next one is February 2010 and will be emailed the first of February. Watch for it!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Douglas County Extension Office January closures
Douglas County 4-H families,
Just a friendly reminder that the office is closed Friday, January 1 and Monday, January 18 for county holidays.
If you need something from us, please plan ahead.
Happy New Year!
Just a friendly reminder that the office is closed Friday, January 1 and Monday, January 18 for county holidays.
If you need something from us, please plan ahead.
Happy New Year!
4-H club in Japan looking for pen pals
Douglas County 4-H members,
The Camp Zama SAS 4-H club in Japan is once again looking for pen pals to correspond with. 4-H clubs interested in communicating with them are asked to contact their 4-H club leader, Nick Andrews at nicholas.andrews2@us.army.mil.
The Camp Zama SAS 4-H club in Japan is once again looking for pen pals to correspond with. 4-H clubs interested in communicating with them are asked to contact their 4-H club leader, Nick Andrews at nicholas.andrews2@us.army.mil.
4-H members and families eligible for discount prices at NWSS
Announcement straight from the state 4-H office...
All 4-H members, families and friends, and their invited guests are eligible for discounted prices on reserve seating at the National Western Stock Show. The prices offered are unavailable to the general public and tickets purchased through this special offer are free of all service charges, an additional savings of $3.75 per ticket. (Tickets must be purchased through Group Services. Discounts will not be given at the Stock Show Box Office.)
The National Western Stock Show invites all 4-H members to enjoy their personal favorite(s) of our shows, and to spend a day full of fun that will include numerous opportunities to be entertained by the exhibits, shopping, art, delicious food and western spirit. (Your show ticket includes free grounds admission to all exhibits, all day long 9am-8pm.)
You will receive a $2 discount off of regular price for the majority of our shows. In honor of “4-H Day”, which is on Wednesday, January 20, you will receive a $3 discount off of regular price for both Pro Rodeos that day. For the Pro Rodeo at 2:00pm, tickets will be $9 each, and for the Pro Rodeo at 7:30pm, tickets will be $11 each. Again, these tickets must be purchased through Group Services.
Choose your own best method of reserving your shows:
• Fax this page to our secure fax line: 303.297.1849.
• Order by Internet: www.nationalwestern.com/groups.
• Order by phone: 303.295.2979.
To see a brief description of each show, please refer to www.nationalwestern.com/groups. To order tickets please click on: http://www.colorado4h.org/Blog/docs/2009/4h-GroupSalesForm2010.pdf
All 4-H members, families and friends, and their invited guests are eligible for discounted prices on reserve seating at the National Western Stock Show. The prices offered are unavailable to the general public and tickets purchased through this special offer are free of all service charges, an additional savings of $3.75 per ticket. (Tickets must be purchased through Group Services. Discounts will not be given at the Stock Show Box Office.)
The National Western Stock Show invites all 4-H members to enjoy their personal favorite(s) of our shows, and to spend a day full of fun that will include numerous opportunities to be entertained by the exhibits, shopping, art, delicious food and western spirit. (Your show ticket includes free grounds admission to all exhibits, all day long 9am-8pm.)
You will receive a $2 discount off of regular price for the majority of our shows. In honor of “4-H Day”, which is on Wednesday, January 20, you will receive a $3 discount off of regular price for both Pro Rodeos that day. For the Pro Rodeo at 2:00pm, tickets will be $9 each, and for the Pro Rodeo at 7:30pm, tickets will be $11 each. Again, these tickets must be purchased through Group Services.
Choose your own best method of reserving your shows:
• Fax this page to our secure fax line: 303.297.1849.
• Order by Internet: www.nationalwestern.com/groups.
• Order by phone: 303.295.2979.
To see a brief description of each show, please refer to www.nationalwestern.com/groups. To order tickets please click on: http://www.colorado4h.org/Blog/docs/2009/4h-GroupSalesForm2010.pdf
4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training information now online
Douglas County 4-H Shooting Sports Leaders,
The 2010 Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training dates and locations have been posted on the State 4-H SS Blog.
Below is the direct link to the blog posting:
http://co4hshooting.blogspot.com/2009/12/2010-4-h-ss-leader-workshops-announced.html
If you are a new leader for shooting sports in Douglas County 4-H, you must attend one of these certification trainings.
The 2010 Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training dates and locations have been posted on the State 4-H SS Blog.
Below is the direct link to the blog posting:
http://co4hshooting.blogspot.com/2009/12/2010-4-h-ss-leader-workshops-announced.html
If you are a new leader for shooting sports in Douglas County 4-H, you must attend one of these certification trainings.
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