4-H Youth Development - Cornell University Cooperative Extension Fulton and Montgomery Counties

2019 National 4-H Beekeeping Essay Competition
Posted 3/1/2019

Essay topic: Honey Varietals, State to State

Submissin Deadline: March 1, 2019

see our website for more information.

http://www.ccefm.com/viewprogram.asp?progID=4

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NYS Guernsey Calf Scholarship Award
Posted 3/1/2019

NYS Guernsey Calf Scholarship Award

The Calf Scholarship Award Program is sponsored by the New York State Guernsey Breeders Association for the purpose of encouraging those who do not presently own Guernseys to become involved with the Guernsey Breed. A purebred Guernsey Calf will be awarded to the applicant who shows interest in the Guernsey breed and who has demonstrated the capabilities of developing the animal to its fullest potential. Applicant must be age 9-15 as of January 1st of application year. You do not have to belong to 4-H, FFA, or a breed club to participate.

The award will be presented to the winner at the New York State Guernsey Breeders’ Annual Meeting in March or April.

To receive an application please contact Kyle at ky292@cornell.edu
Applications are due March 1st—No late applications will be accepted

Prepping Animals for Winter
Posted 12/11/2018

Tuesday,
December 11th
6pm in Room 111
Montgomery County Annex
Join Midvale Veterinarians for an evening of education on proper winter prep and care of your animals! Be sure to bring your questions. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by
Thursday, December 6th.

4-H T-Shirt
Posted 7/10/2018

We are offering a Fulton-Montgomery County 4-H T-Shirt. They are $7. You have your choice of Green or Blue. They come in a variety of sizes. Orders and payment are due to the 4-H office by Friiday, July 13th. An order form is attached. If you have any questions, give us a call. 518/853-2135.

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4-H Dog Obedience
Posted 4/11/2018

4-H Dog Obedience

Introductory Meeting (No dogs) - Monday, April 30th at 6:30pm

Classes to be held Monday evenings at 6:30pm beginning May 7th

282 Hinkle Road, Fort Plain, NY

Instructed by Donna Mowrey - Contact: (518) 762-1967

Cost is $35 for the 8 week session. $20 refund for perfect attendance.

Open to 4-H youth 10 years of age and over.
**May consider youth 8 –9 years old upon preliminary assessment.

Please contact the 4-H office and/or Donna for more information. RSVP by April 25th.

**Rabies vaccination is required and it is strongly encouraged that dogs have all shots up to date. Parents must accompany youth for the duration of the class.

RSVP by Monday, April 17th

4-H Shooting Sports
Posted 4/11/2018

Spring 2018 Series

Held on Sunday’s - 12:30pm-4:00pm
April 15th, April 22nd & May 6th

Pine Tree Rifle Club - 419 Johnson Ave Ext, Johnstown, NY

Fee for all three dates - $20 per youth

Family rate is an additional $5 per youth after the first two. No refunds if a class is missed.

Youth registered will be signed up for all three dates. Classes will be divided up into two sessions:

Session 1 - Youth 8-11: Archery - Youth 12+: Rifle & Shotgun
Session 2: Youth 8-11: Hunting, Outdoor/Natural Resources & Wildlife - Youth 12+: Archery

RSVP and payment are due to the 4-H office by Thursday, April 12th.

4-H Record Book Clinic
Posted 4/11/2018

4-H Record Book Clinic

Thursday, June 7th

6:00pm in Room 111—Montgomery County Annex

Come learn the in’s and out’s of turning in a good 4-H record book.
We will cover tips on writing a good project story, what needs to be in your record book, typing vs. writing, proper organization and much more!

Please plan on attending. RSVP to the 4-H office by

Monday, June 4th

4-H Sewing Workshop
Posted 4/11/2018

So you want to sew?
Wednesday, April 25th - 6:00pm
Room 111 - Montgomery Co Annex

Come join Marge Deblock and Donna Mowery for a fun evening of learning the basics to sewing. This workshop will be used to gauge interest in the project. If there is enough interest, we will set up a program series related to sewing.
If you are interested in attending please RSVP to the 4-H office by Monday, April 23rd.

4-H Volunteer Meeting
Posted 4/10/2018

Tuesday, May 1st

Montgomery County Annex, Room 111, 6pm

All 4-H Volunteers, Leaders and Interested Parents are invited to attend.

Have a favorite recipe that you are dying to try?

Bring your favorite dessert or snack to share with your 4-H family.

At this meeting we will be discussing upcoming 4-H events and more.

RSVP by Monday, April 30th

4-H Cake Decorating
Posted 4/10/2018

Wednesday, May 16th

6pm in Room 111, 6pm

Montgomery County Annex

Come join Donna Mowrey for an evening of fun learning about cake decorating. This class is building on what was taught at the intro to cake decorating class held in February. Youth who are interested but did not attend the first session are welcome to attend. All supplies are included in the registration fee. This session is not intended for cloverbuds.

Registration fee is $5 per youth.

For youth 8-18 years old.

RSVP to the 4-H Office by

Monday, May 14th