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1 Gratiot May 4 Teen Leadership Opportunities We have several opportunities available for teens to gain some leadership experience. Please take the time to promote these activities to your clubs and the 4-Her s you may come into contact with. We will be hosting the Commodity Carnival Game at the Breakfast on the Farm in August and we could use some more teens to attend the training held for this activity at Kettunen Center on May Deadline to register is May 9. me for information. We need Counselors for both Summer Camp at Camp Cold Water and for Cloverbud Day at GCFFY. Applications are available for Summer Camp by ing me and Cloverbud Camp Counselor applications will be available soon. Please call or me at thom1367@anr.msu.edu for more information or to request applications for these activities. Sincerely, Chris Thompson 4-H Program Coordinator Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award The Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Awards, funded by the Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Endowment Fund, recognizes outstanding achievements of Michigan 4-H volunteers or groups that have exhibited excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership development in the areas of 4-H beef cattle; dairy cattle; goats; horses; horticulture, crops and soils; poultry; rabbits; sheep; swine; and veterinary science. Honorees designate a $1,000 grant to a 4-H agricultural program of their choice and are recognized at both the 4-H Emerald Awards and the Michigan Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. Currently three (3) awards are available. Contact Us Chris Thompson 4-H Program Coordinator Phone thom1367@anr.msu.edu 219 North State Street Alma, MI Main Phone county@msue.msu.edu Web Site msue.anr.msu.edu/ county/info/gratiot TSC Spring Clover Campaign April 26 to May 7 Michigan State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Jeffrey W. Dwyer, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. The 4-H Name and Emblem have special protections from Congress, protected by code 18 USC 707.

2 2 V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S TSC Spring Clover Campaign The Spring TSC Clover Campaign will be from April 26 to May 7. This is an excellent opportunity to partner with the Ithaca TSC store to promote 4-H and your 4-H club. The money raised from this campaign will be divided between National 4-H, Michigan 4-H and the Gratiot County 4-H program. Contact the Ithaca TSC store directly if you are interested in partnering with them by hosting any activities during this period Summer volunteer opportunities Do you have a 4-H project you are passionate about? Would you like to share it with the community? Do you want to help promote 4-H? We have an opportunity for both youth and adults to participate in a local youth program by offering activities and programming. There are many ways to participate from one-time events to summer long programs. This would be a great opportunity for youth to develop leadership skills and share your love of 4-H. For more information, contact Chris at or thom1367@anr.msu.edu if you would be interested in volunteering. Volunteers are needed to help out at all sorts of different educational stations related to the dairy production happening on the farm. Those stations range from cow health, housing, maternity, nutrition, all the way to nutrient management. Those spots will be filled with knowledgeable volunteers who serve as resource people who can answer questions the public may have while touring the farm. We are also looking for volunteers to help with foot traffic on the farm, clear breakfast tables, monitor trash bins, distribute surveys & kids quizzes, and hand out treats. Contact Chris at or

3 GCCFY Information 2017 Fair July 29 - August 5, 2017 Fair Registration Deadlines Market Goat, Sheep and Swine

in order to show in market and sell in the livestock sale.

either the fair office or the MSU Extension Office. Fair Entry Form EXTENDED TO: 4:00 p.m., Monday June 26, 2017 http://www.

3 3 GCCFY Information 2017 Fair July 29 - August 5, 2017 Fair Registration Deadlines Market Goat, Sheep and Swine 4:00 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2017 Don't forget your pig MUST weigh between 220 and 320 lbs. in order to show in market and sell in the livestock sale. Also don't forget to attach your PQA certification to your market swine form due on Monday, May 15, by 4:00 pm to either the fair office or the MSU Extension Office. Fair Entry Form EXTENDED TO: 4:00 p.m., Monday June 26, fair_forms.html. Sign-up to be the fair queen or princess. Applications are online at gcffy.org (under fair forms in exhibitor information) and due June 6. Let's see if the crown fits.

Stock Show University Hands-On Programs are designed to provide each participant with a hands-on learning experience from the best professionals in the beef cattle show industry.

4 4 Stock Show University is a completely free program offered to anyone who wants to learn more about their livestock project! A two day cattle educational program that is FREE for anyone to attend will be held May at the Isabella County Fairgrounds in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stock Show University Hands-On Programs are designed to provide each participant with a hands-on learning experience from the best professionals in the beef cattle show industry. Each participant is encouraged to bring their calf and all the equipment you would bring to a show and we provide professors that work one on one with each participant in a comprehensive hands-on program. Our instructors teach all the new industry techniques from feeding your show prospect all the way to show day preparation. Register by May 19 to attend the Stock Show University MI Grad Program please click on the link: -tickets ?ref=estwickets ?ref=estw.

5 5 NOTE: THE NEXT LEADERS COUNCIL MEETING Thursday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m.

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2017 Shiawassee County Swine Jackpot Saturday, June 10, 2017 10 Shiawassee County Fairgrounds 2900 E.

10 2017 Shiawassee County Swine Jackpot Saturday, June 10, Shiawassee County Fairgrounds 2900 E. Hibbard Rd. Corunna, MI MSYC Sanctioned Pick up a registration form at the Gratiot MSU Extension Office

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2017 S.M.O.R.E.S. 13 TSC Paper Clover Promotion Apr. 26 May 7 4-H supporters can purchase a paper clover at Tractor Supply Co. stores for $1 to support their local 4-H program.

13 2017 S.M.O.R.E.S. 13 TSC Paper Clover Promotion Apr. 26 May 7 4-H supporters can purchase a paper clover at Tractor Supply Co. stores for $1 to support their local 4-H program. Funds must be used as scholarships to send 4-H members to 4-H camps or leadership experiences. 70% is donated to the county program 10% to support state 4- H volunteer and teen leadership training/ workshops 5% to the State 4-H Office 5% to the Michigan 4- H Foundation 10% goes back to National 4-H Council for underwriting the program. For details and promotional items visit, /4h or Southern Michigan Outdoor Recreational Education Symposium June 16-18, 2017 Camp Tuhsmeheta, Lincoln Road NE, Greenville, Michigan The Van Buren Voyagers 4-H Outdoor Club is pleased to sponsor the second SMORES Conference at Camp Tuhsmeheta, Greenville, Michigan from Friday, June 16 to Sunday, June 18, This is a 4-H event open only to 4-H families, leaders, members, and chaperones. Participants may bring the entire family for the weekend, but children younger than 6 may not attend daily workshops and must be accompanied by parents at all times. Members from Michigan 4-H clubs will participate in several workshops throughout the weekend, learning skills ranging from outdoor cooking to fishing. Attached is a list of session descriptions. Cost: $20 (4-H youth, chaperone, or leader) (Extra cost for CPR/1st Aid Training/Cert and Project FISH Leader training) Three meals per day are included in the price; campers may supplement meals at their own site or in the group kitchen located in White Pine Lodge Facilities: Camp Tuhsmeheta (Camp T) is a 301 acre facility with pine and oak forests located on Flannigan Lake at the western edge of the Morgan Mills chain of lakes. Camp T offers indoor and outdoor accommodations for participants, as well as an archery range and three-sided climbing wall. There is a swimming area at Camp T s Lake Flannigan dock. Trails wander through the woods, offering unique wilderness opportunities for exploration. Participants may choose from indoor lodge housing in a bunk setting, primitive camping, or motorhome/camper sites. Indoor restrooms and showers are available for campers. Camp Tuhsmeheta is easy to find, being located just off US 131 at Lincoln Lake Road, NE, Greenville, Michigan, northeast of Grand Rapids. Coordinates: N; W. Additional Equipment: Archery workshops: Bring own bow/arrows, if available Backpacking: Bring own backpack, if available DEADLINE TO REGISTER: May 26, 2017 For more information, contact Denise Noble, Van Buren Voyagers Secretary nobledenise@rocketmail.com

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IFYE is unique because each visitor stays with three host families during the duration of their approximately three month stay in the state.

15 International Visitors are coming to Michigan! Every year, Michigan 4-H helps coordinate host families for young adults traveling to the U.S. from abroad via the International Farm Youth Exchange (IFYE) program. This program is a great way to engage your family in a cultural exchange without the cost of traveling oversees. IFYE is unique because each visitor stays with three host families during the duration of their approximately three month stay in the state. This creates a system for exchange participants to see the diversity of the state, while providing a low risk opportunity for host families! Michigan is hosting two IFYE inbound participants this year, and are looking for hosts! 15 IFYEs are expected to join in almost all aspects of family life -- sharing quiet moments, enjoying family outings, and joining community activities, as well as doing household and family chores. Host families are expected to provide love and understanding, care and guidance, as well as food and housing for the hosting period. Families who volunteer to host participants receive no financial assistance. Be a Host Family IFYE is a two-way exchange program. Young adults 19 and older come to the United States to live with families who have a zest for sharing their homes and communities. Family living is at the heart of the cultural experience. IFYE representatives discover life in the United States as a member of the family, not as a guest or tourist. Host families must meet screening criteria and be willing to provide room and board to a person from another country for 3 to 4 weeks. For more information or to apply to be a host family, please contact MSU Extension IFYE coordinator: Makena Schultz schul430@anr.msu.edu (517)

16 16 STATEWIDE CALENDAR OF EVENTS 4-H Workshops May 5-7; Outdoor Adventure Challenge Orientation Manistee River near Kingsley May 13: Michigan 4-H Agriculture Career Fair Bavarian Inn Lodge & Conference Center, Frankenmuth May 13-14: 4-H Regional Shooting Sports Air Pistol Training Demmer Center, Lansing May 20-21: Teens as Teachers Workshop Kettunen Center, Tustin May 26-29: Rock Climbing, Outdoor Adventure Challenge Level 3 Manistee River near Kingsley June 3-5: 4-H Companion Animal Spring Camp Camp Tuhsmeheta, Greenville Other 4-H Events May 11: World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute MSU, East Lansing May 20: State 4-H Poultry Show Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte June 3: 4-H Day at Michigan s Adventure Michigan s Adventure, Muskegon June 10: State 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Expo Contact Katie Ockert (ockertka@msu.edu) Anthony Hall, MSU, East Lansing June 18: Michigan 4-H at the Tigers Comerica Park, Detroit June 21-23: Michigan 4-H Exploration Days MSU, East Lansing For the most up-to-date events listing, go to

STATEWIDE NEWS AREA 2017 Michigan 4-H Companion Animal Camp 17 This exciting, hands-on training opportunity presented by MSU Extension (http://bit.ly/1sdvyu8) 4-H Youth Development (http://bit.

sessions such as: Ask a vet Games to play with your dog Learn hands-on skills from a veterinarian Try out new training techniques Have an overnight workshop experience Share, learn and explore new

programs and local communities Participate in activities such as: Hiking trails An evening campfire A climbing tower Make-it and take-it crafts and more Remember, there will also be awesome sessions

17 STATEWIDE NEWS AREA 2017 Michigan 4-H Companion Animal Camp 17 This exciting, hands-on training opportunity presented by MSU Extension ( 4-H Youth Development ( will provide participants with opportunities to: Gain new ideas and information about companion-animal projects, while being able to work with their own companion animal Attend various sessions such as: Ask a vet Games to play with your dog Learn hands-on skills from a veterinarian Try out new training techniques Have an overnight workshop experience Share, learn and explore new information about companion animals with others 4-H ers from around the state Practice skills such as team building and leadership Bring new programming and ideas back to their 4-H clubs, county programs and local communities Participate in activities such as: Hiking trails An evening campfire A climbing tower Make-it and take-it crafts and more Remember, there will also be awesome sessions for your dogs in obedience, games, agility and much more! Who Should Attend? Michigan 4-H'ers who are 5 to 19 years old, as of January 1, Cloverbuds are welcome with parent chaperones. When Is the Workshop? June 2-4, 2017 Where Will the Workshop Be Held? Camp Tuhsmeheta ( in Greenville. This facility offers various lodging options to participants. That is, lodge, tent or camper/rv sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. How Can Someone Register? All camp registration forms (for 4-H youth members, 4-H volunteer leaders and 4-H parents) are available on the Michigan 4-H web site ( Submit your registration form and payment to: Katie Ockert, Room 240, 446 West Circle Drive, East Lansing, MI Camp registrations must be postmarked by May 5, What Is the Cost of the Workshop? The $50 registration fee covers lodging and meals. More information about this camp is available from: The Michigan 4-H web site ( Katie Ockert (ockertka@anr.msu.edu), Michigan 4-H Animal Science Educator Your local MSU Extension county 4-H staff (

Gladwin County. Upcoming Dates to Remember: Contact Us. February 2017

Gladwin County. Upcoming Dates to Remember: Contact Us. February 2017 Gladwin County February 2017 Upcoming Dates to Remember: 4-H Online is open. Please pay your membership fees. I would like to have everyone enrolled and fees paid by Mar. 15th. Feb. 7th - Leader s Council