Hey 4-Hers
Hope you're all doing well. My life has been pretty crazy these past couple week.It's hard to believe but in just a few short months we will be upon farmshow AND......
THE 2009 4-H STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE!!
I hope you all are as pumped as I am...
Hope you all have a safe and happy halloween!!
your secretary,
Rachel
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Reflections
Greetings Everyone!!
As we are on the brink of winter, I hope everyone is filling their schedule with autumn activities before the snow comes, unless you are from the eastern side of the state. This past weekend, I finally was able to go home for a visit. It was in good timing too because I needed to gather some warmer clothes for the upcoming month! My visit to Somerset County began Wednesday evening and lasted until Sunday. I crammed as much into those few days as possible, including a few 4-H events. On Thursday, we celebrated the achievements of Somerset 4-H’ers at our annual Recognition Banquet and on Saturday, my club held its wrap-up meeting to finish up the year.
On Thursday, I slept in before heading into town for some appointments. I must admit, I was a little nervous about driving since it had been over a month since I was last behind the wheel. After visiting my aunt and running errands for her, I went to pick my sister up and ended up helping decorate for the banquet. It was good to see an excellent turnout from our new Somerset County Council members who will be serving for the upcoming year. Eventually we left, returning later for the banquet later. After everyone enjoyed dinner, I had the honor of speaking. I shared a little about my 4-H experience well as informing the audience on State Council in general. Other 4-H members shared what they learned through showing livestock and attending the national 4-H archery contest. Also, achievement awards and scholarships were presented to recipients. Thank you to all sponsors and Congrats to all recipients! It was a great evening and the dinner was just as tasty as always!
At our roundup event on Saturday, club leaders and members shared about their projects and activities over the past year. One of the things I enjoy about my club is the diversity in regards to the projects taken. Some of the projects I completed this year were Market Steer, Market Lamb and a gardening project. Our gardening theme this year was “Blooms for Birds, Bees and Butterflies”. It was interesting to see how successful everyone was. My sister, cousin and I planted our garden together, and actually attracted some butterflies!! We did lose a few plants but what did make it thrived. Now, the club will begin to focus on practicing for the farm show square dance competition. I would encourage other clubs to consider this if you do not dance already, it’s a great experience!!!
In my little bit of free time, my grandfather and I went to see and work with my new steer. (It cannot be at home because my Pap had back surgery). Now I will be going home more often to work with it and I am looking forward to summer so much more. It was good to go home and see everyone. I especially love Fall so it was good to be surrounded by mountains and the open spaces rather than being on campus for a little. (I love campus but it will never compare with home!!!)
I hope everyone is having a great fall and enjoying Penn State football!!
Yours in green,
Danielle Shaffer
PS4-HC President
As we are on the brink of winter, I hope everyone is filling their schedule with autumn activities before the snow comes, unless you are from the eastern side of the state. This past weekend, I finally was able to go home for a visit. It was in good timing too because I needed to gather some warmer clothes for the upcoming month! My visit to Somerset County began Wednesday evening and lasted until Sunday. I crammed as much into those few days as possible, including a few 4-H events. On Thursday, we celebrated the achievements of Somerset 4-H’ers at our annual Recognition Banquet and on Saturday, my club held its wrap-up meeting to finish up the year.
On Thursday, I slept in before heading into town for some appointments. I must admit, I was a little nervous about driving since it had been over a month since I was last behind the wheel. After visiting my aunt and running errands for her, I went to pick my sister up and ended up helping decorate for the banquet. It was good to see an excellent turnout from our new Somerset County Council members who will be serving for the upcoming year. Eventually we left, returning later for the banquet later. After everyone enjoyed dinner, I had the honor of speaking. I shared a little about my 4-H experience well as informing the audience on State Council in general. Other 4-H members shared what they learned through showing livestock and attending the national 4-H archery contest. Also, achievement awards and scholarships were presented to recipients. Thank you to all sponsors and Congrats to all recipients! It was a great evening and the dinner was just as tasty as always!
At our roundup event on Saturday, club leaders and members shared about their projects and activities over the past year. One of the things I enjoy about my club is the diversity in regards to the projects taken. Some of the projects I completed this year were Market Steer, Market Lamb and a gardening project. Our gardening theme this year was “Blooms for Birds, Bees and Butterflies”. It was interesting to see how successful everyone was. My sister, cousin and I planted our garden together, and actually attracted some butterflies!! We did lose a few plants but what did make it thrived. Now, the club will begin to focus on practicing for the farm show square dance competition. I would encourage other clubs to consider this if you do not dance already, it’s a great experience!!!
In my little bit of free time, my grandfather and I went to see and work with my new steer. (It cannot be at home because my Pap had back surgery). Now I will be going home more often to work with it and I am looking forward to summer so much more. It was good to go home and see everyone. I especially love Fall so it was good to be surrounded by mountains and the open spaces rather than being on campus for a little. (I love campus but it will never compare with home!!!)
I hope everyone is having a great fall and enjoying Penn State football!!
Yours in green,
Danielle Shaffer
PS4-HC President
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Happy October
Hey Everyone,
I hope everyone is having fun during this Fall season. As winter rapidlyapproaches and a new year dawning many 4-H's are hard at work getting ready for the Pennsylvania Farm Show in January. After the Farm Show there are only a few short weeks before the State Leadership Conference. The State Council is hard at work to make this year's conference a memorable one. Early bird registrations are already open, so visit your local county extension office and sign up. Remember this year's theme is Dive into Leadership. I hope to see you there immersing yourself into all the possibilities .
Your Council Historian,
Jennifer Lucas
I hope everyone is having fun during this Fall season. As winter rapidlyapproaches and a new year dawning many 4-H's are hard at work getting ready for the Pennsylvania Farm Show in January. After the Farm Show there are only a few short weeks before the State Leadership Conference. The State Council is hard at work to make this year's conference a memorable one. Early bird registrations are already open, so visit your local county extension office and sign up. Remember this year's theme is Dive into Leadership. I hope to see you there immersing yourself into all the possibilities .
Your Council Historian,
Jennifer Lucas
Monday, October 27, 2008
Don't Be Afraid to Be a Leader
As I always say, time sure does fly when you are having fun!! At the beginning of the month, we all gathered at Penn State for our October face-to-face meeting. It was great to see the girls and catch up. We’ve all had a lot of little jobs to do since summer.
We spent a bunch of time making final decisions about the 2009 State Leadership Conference. I’m personally excited about all the new workshops that are being offered. It seems like the last few years have had some repeats. A few of my favorites are Connecting with Different Age Groups, Managing Change, Problem Solving, and Working with the Public.
Those are just a few of the workshops that I know I could use to better myself as a leader. I’m also pretty psyched for our Saturday night speaker. I saw a few clips of his work and cannot wait to see him in person. Hopefully you will all agree.
Remember to keep your eyes and ears open for information about the Leadership Conference. Don’t forget that all registrations have to be in no later than December 19th. If you are a little nervous, bring a friend, then you’ll both have a great time, and a lot of stories to share back at you county level.
Oh and I almost forgot, if you’ve been saving those pop tabs, the conference is your chance to show off just how many you have. The tabs will be collected by counties and weighed. The county with the most tabs will be recognized for all their hard work. If you haven’t been saving them, don’t worry. You still have time. My new favorite thing to do is “detab” all the soda cans at parties. You’ll be surprised how many you come home with!!!
Until next time,
Emily Gabriel
We spent a bunch of time making final decisions about the 2009 State Leadership Conference. I’m personally excited about all the new workshops that are being offered. It seems like the last few years have had some repeats. A few of my favorites are Connecting with Different Age Groups, Managing Change, Problem Solving, and Working with the Public.
Those are just a few of the workshops that I know I could use to better myself as a leader. I’m also pretty psyched for our Saturday night speaker. I saw a few clips of his work and cannot wait to see him in person. Hopefully you will all agree.
Remember to keep your eyes and ears open for information about the Leadership Conference. Don’t forget that all registrations have to be in no later than December 19th. If you are a little nervous, bring a friend, then you’ll both have a great time, and a lot of stories to share back at you county level.
Oh and I almost forgot, if you’ve been saving those pop tabs, the conference is your chance to show off just how many you have. The tabs will be collected by counties and weighed. The county with the most tabs will be recognized for all their hard work. If you haven’t been saving them, don’t worry. You still have time. My new favorite thing to do is “detab” all the soda cans at parties. You’ll be surprised how many you come home with!!!
Until next time,
Emily Gabriel
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
hello
Hello 4-Hers,
Now that winter is setting in and animals put away for winter I hope all you members are looking forward to the State leadership Conference! My fellow Council members and I are busily planning and finishing the last preparations to make this event wonderful. On October 11th Council got together for a meeting and finalized a lot of the plans for State Conference. We hope that all the members over 13 years and over will join us. I have sent out 15 donor letters to help receive donors for our conference, and have even had one donate. I am at college right now and I have even had the chance to talk with my floor in the resident hall about saving pop tabs for me, and they are. On October 15th I had the chance to attend the Lycoming County’s County Council and talk to them about State Conference and encourage them to attend and to continue to save the pop tabs. October 21st was the Teen Advisory Committee meeting where I was asked to speak on State Council and State Leadership Conference. It was also held in my county so I was a part of the quest they had along with serving drinks and ice cream. I had the chance to talk with other teens in Montour, Snyder, Union, Columbia and Lycoming Counties about the opportunities on running for State Council and was even informed on two of the members present were running. Next month is a busy one for me. With school coming to an end for the semester and then I have two 4-H events back to back. Even with all that I will still find the time to study my scripts and make sure everything is around for January 30th, 31st and February 1st to make a wonderful conference.
Until next time,
Justine Bush
Vice President of Operations
Now that winter is setting in and animals put away for winter I hope all you members are looking forward to the State leadership Conference! My fellow Council members and I are busily planning and finishing the last preparations to make this event wonderful. On October 11th Council got together for a meeting and finalized a lot of the plans for State Conference. We hope that all the members over 13 years and over will join us. I have sent out 15 donor letters to help receive donors for our conference, and have even had one donate. I am at college right now and I have even had the chance to talk with my floor in the resident hall about saving pop tabs for me, and they are. On October 15th I had the chance to attend the Lycoming County’s County Council and talk to them about State Conference and encourage them to attend and to continue to save the pop tabs. October 21st was the Teen Advisory Committee meeting where I was asked to speak on State Council and State Leadership Conference. It was also held in my county so I was a part of the quest they had along with serving drinks and ice cream. I had the chance to talk with other teens in Montour, Snyder, Union, Columbia and Lycoming Counties about the opportunities on running for State Council and was even informed on two of the members present were running. Next month is a busy one for me. With school coming to an end for the semester and then I have two 4-H events back to back. Even with all that I will still find the time to study my scripts and make sure everything is around for January 30th, 31st and February 1st to make a wonderful conference.
Until next time,
Justine Bush
Vice President of Operations
Monday, October 6, 2008
hello
Hello 4-Hers,
This month has been kind of busy for me. With school work, college activities and 4-H events, it’s hard to know what sleep is. State Council had a conference call on September 15th. We talked about our State Leadership Conference, and we are starting to finalize different ideas. I know for some or even most of the 4-Hers, that the 4-H year is coming to a close. With only a little time left before the snow hits Pennsylvania and the animals are left to rest for the winter. Come to the State Conference and listen to guest speaker’s talk about how to work with the public, manage different age groups, build character and run effective meetings to just name a few. Take the skills you can learn during the weekend back to your clubs and share with everyone. But, let’s keep up the pop tab collecting, as we want to help the Ronald McDonald House. The tabs will be collected on Friday night of the Conference so make sure you remember to bring the tabs along. State Council and I hope to see you at the State Leadership Conference January 30, 31 and February 1st.
Until next time
Justine Bush
This month has been kind of busy for me. With school work, college activities and 4-H events, it’s hard to know what sleep is. State Council had a conference call on September 15th. We talked about our State Leadership Conference, and we are starting to finalize different ideas. I know for some or even most of the 4-Hers, that the 4-H year is coming to a close. With only a little time left before the snow hits Pennsylvania and the animals are left to rest for the winter. Come to the State Conference and listen to guest speaker’s talk about how to work with the public, manage different age groups, build character and run effective meetings to just name a few. Take the skills you can learn during the weekend back to your clubs and share with everyone. But, let’s keep up the pop tab collecting, as we want to help the Ronald McDonald House. The tabs will be collected on Friday night of the Conference so make sure you remember to bring the tabs along. State Council and I hope to see you at the State Leadership Conference January 30, 31 and February 1st.
Until next time
Justine Bush
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