The 2014 Cloverbud Handbook is now available, find information about entering your exhibits at the Fonda Fair. Included in the handbook is a pre-entry sheet for all animal and non-animal classes. In addition, an adult Snack Bar and Building helper sheet is included. Animal entries are due August 1st and Non-animal/special exhibits and sign-ups are due August 15th.

Reminder that horse certificates are due to the office by June 1st to be eligible to show at the Fair and shows coming up. A horses rabies and coggins must also be included with the horse certificate. Animal Certificates for non-owned or non registered beef, swine, dairy, goat and sheep are also due to the office by June 1st. The certificates are available on the right side of 4-H youth development webpage or you can contact the 4-H office.

Are you looking to get a rabbit of your own? Would you like to learn about basic care of rabbits, nutrition, diseases, showmanship, judging and much more? Or are you interested in getting involved in the 4-H rabbit program? The Fulton/Montgomery County 4-H program is hosting a rabbit workshop on June 8th from 10:30am-5:00 pm at the Fonda Fairgrounds. This informational workshop is for all levels of participants both youth and adult. The workshop is $8 for 4-Hers/volunteers and $10 for non-4-Hers/volunteers which includes lunch. 

Register by June 4th to the Fulton/Montgomery 4-H Office. View the attached registration form for more information.

The Fulton/Montgomery County 4-H program is hosting a 4-H Dairy Day workshop for 4-H youth on July 16th from 8:45am-4:00pm at the Fonda Fairgrounds. There is no fee for this workshop but you must bring your own bagged lunch and drink. Topics include:

• Healthy  Feed Rations (Ed Varnam)
• Feed Storage: (Ed Varnam)
• Calf Housing & Management (Gary Moore)
• Hoof Care & Management: (Charles Biche)
• Calving (Jill Greisman)
• Showmanship/Judging

Sign-up by July 9th by calling Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Contact Jake Pamkowski at jakepamkowski@yahoo.com or call 518-673-5525.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton and Montgomery Counties will be hosting the annual 4-H Bi-County Horse Show on Saturday, July 26, 2014 beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Fonda Fairgrounds Indoor Arena, Route 30A, Fonda, New York.  The judge will be Michael Dunn, from Stillwater, N.Y.  Competition will include English and Western.  There will be Day-end champions in Junior, Senior, and Walk Trot for Each Discipline.   

4-H Members from all over NYS are invited to compete and must show proof of membership and riding level evaluation.  A signed acknowledgement of risk must accompany show entry.  View the link below for a copy of the class list and entry deadlines,  For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton and Montgomery Counties at (518) 673-5525 or email smd69@cornell.edu.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton and Montgomery Counties will be hosting a 4-H Pleasure Driving Show on Sunday, July 27, 2014 starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Fonda Fairgrounds Indoor Arena.  The judge will be Tom Baird of Fort Plain, N.Y.  Day-end Champions will be awarded for Junior and Senior Divisions.

4-H Members from all over NYS are invited to compete and must show proof of membership and riding level evaluation.  A signed acknowledgement of risk must accompany show entry. View the link below for a copy of the class list and entry deadlines. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton and Montgomery Counties at (518) 673-5525 or email smd69@cornell.edu.  

Love Horses?  Wish you could spend your life with horses?  Join us for a fun-filled, exciting, and information packed experience learning about Careers in the Equine Industry.The Equine Careers Camp is designed for 4-H youth involved in horse projects.  It is a time to learn first-hand from the people currently making a living in the equine industry about the types of equine careers, jobs available, and training needed.

For the tenth year, Ontario County 4-H will be hosting the camp to be held for three days: June 6-7-8, 2014 at 4-H Camp Bristol Hills located near Canandaigua, NY. 14424

The program is targeted toward middle school youth in grades 7-8-9 who are thinking about equine career opportunities and have not yet decided on a career. Older youth are also welcome to apply. Check-in will be Friday night, June 6^th, starting at 4:00 p.m. in Gleason Lodge.  The remaining evening will focus on horse careers with guest speakers and some fun camp activities! Saturday we will travel to various equine locations. Camp will end Sunday June 8^th 4:00pm.

The 4-H Public Presentation program in Fulton and Montgomery Counties is a wonderful program where youth gain valuable experience public speaking. On March 14^th  over thirty 4-H youth ages 5-19 presented topics ranging from Cheesy Creamy Broccoli Soup, Horse Grooming , Kittens, Woodworking, Limestone and its Uses, Heat Stress in Cows, Rabbit Showmanship, Protective Gear of a Firefighter and many more. As a result of this program youth not only learn a lifelong skill but gain poise and self-confidence while learning how to organize information and present it in an interesting way. 

This event would not have been possible without the help of many volunteers. A huge thank-you goes out to this year’s skilled evaluators Fran Miller, Mike Settle and Greg Young.  In addition to all the volunteers that help make this night a success.  The 4-H staff welcomed Kohl’s employees who assisted the entire evening by taking photos of youth presenting and being room hosts.

The following 4-Hers were chosen to represent Fulton/Montgomery counties at the district event on April 26^th: Megan Dion, Wyman Conbeer, Evelyn Fessenden, Michael Johnson, Philip Johnson, Katie Joyce, Shellie Joyce, Jennifer Keehan and Sarah Subik. In addition, Schuyler Claes, Haley Claes, Jesse Cressy and Alison Busch were chosen to present at the Regional Horse Communications event.     

For more information about this event, joining 4-H or becoming a 4-H volunteer call 518-673-5525.

Animal Crackers Program
May 3, 2014

Dairy & Poultry

Registration begins at 9am

When/Where: This Saturday workshop is held every May on campus (Morrison Hall) from for 4-H members interested in learning more about their favorite livestock, companion or pet animal species; emphasis on different species groupings and activities varies annually. The program is geared to 4-H members involved in animal science projects.

Who: 4-H project members (suggested age range 9-12) are strongly encouraged to attend (with their parents or chaperones). However, all youth 9 and up are welcome. Participants will get to meet Cornell faculty and students, learn about different aspects of animal care, interact and exchange information with professional producers, industry experts, and more! Hands-on workshops are planned for each species group.

Why?: Animal Crackers participants have the unique opportunity to experience hands-on activities in a university setting, explore career options in animal science, and expand their knowledge through scientific inquiry.

How?: Please contact your county 4-H office for details and registration. Registration is handled through county 4-H offices.

Cost?: The cost of $7.00 per person is to be paid in advance to CCE Fulton-Montgomery Counties with registration.

Fulton-Montgomery 4-H Dairy Bowl Results from the Regional Contest

Congratulations to Fulton-Montgomery County 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Teams who did very well at the Regional Contest on March 8, 2014 and held at Middleburgh High School.. 

In the Novice Division, the team of Garrett Gottier, Annie Agnes, and Carolyn Littrell and coached by Dawn Agnes, placed 2^nd.  Annie Agnes was 2nd in Individual Standings.   

In the Junior Division, we had 2 teams. Team 1 placed first  and was coached by Judy Littrell.  The team consisted of Laura Littrell, Ben Littrell, Haley Briggs, Jennifer Keehan, and  Emma Agnes.  Junior Team 2 placed 10^th and was coached by Keletha Keehan.  The team consisted of Katie Joyce, Shellie Joyce, Sara Keehan, John Cressy, and Daniel Waldron.  In Individual Standings, Laura Littrell placed third and will be on the Regional Team going to the State Contest. 

In the Senior Division, the team of Levi Cressy, Jesse Cressy, Jacob Cressy, and Desiree Suits placed 6th.  James Canary Junior was the Senior Team Coach.  In Individual Placings Levi Cressy was 3rd and will be on the Regional Team going to the State Contest. 

Thanks go out to all our coachs for giving so much of their time and energy  to lead these 4-H Youth in their preparations.  Also thanks to Jacob Pamkowski for assisting with the Senior Team.