San Bernardino County
4-H Headlines
March 2004 ♥ Vol. 8 ♥ No. 3
Cooperative Extension/4-H Office
777 E. Rialto Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92415
Pone: (909)387-2179 Fax: (909)387-3306
E-Mail: Web: http://cesanbernardino.ucdavis.edu/
Upcoming Events
March 6, 2004 Citizenship Focus Orientation - 10:00 am Cal Focus 11:00 am Washington Focus at Riverside County 4-H Office
March 6, 2004 Weigh-in for evaluation at Apple Valley High School 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
March 9, 2004 Cal Focus Meeting 6:00 pm at County Office
March 9, 2004 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm at County Office
March 13, 2004 Weigh-in for evaluation at San Bernardino Co. Fairgrounds 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
March 27, 2004 County Field Day at Heritage School, Phelan 8:30 am
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April 13, 2004 Teen Council Meeting 7:00 pm. All-Star Intent to Apply due to 4-H Office.
May 25, 2004 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm, Elections (note change of date for May Meeting)
May County Council Meeting
The May County Council Meeting has been moved to the 25th of May due to the San Bernardino County Fair. We will be having elections at this meeting, if you are interested in running for an office please contact the 4-H Office.
Brucellosis Testing of Breeding Swine
Swine brucellosis is a zoonotic disease that may infect animals and humans. This disease has been recently diagnosed in a herd of swine in the Central Valley of California. For the protection of the health of the California swine industry and humans all breeding swine in California now are required to have a negative test result on an official brucelosis test within 30 days of the exhibit. For more information on this disease contact the 4-H office.
Scholarships and Awards
The California State 4-H offers many scholarships to 4-H members, leaders and clubs. Scholarships are available to anyone meeting the eligibility requirements. San Bernardino County 4-H also offers scholarships. See the last three pages of this month's Headlines for details.
California State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
The Livestock Judging Contest that serves as the 4-H California State Qualifier will be held at California State University at Fresno on April 3, 2004. The winning senior team is eligible to represent California at the 4-H National Livestock Judging Contest in Kentucky. The county may enter more than one team. Individuals may compete but will not be able to qualify for the National Contest. Contact the county office for more information.
Emerald Star Project
What is an Emerald Star? The San Bernardino County Council Awards and Recognition Committee identified the need for alternate leadership opportunities for members. As a result, the 4-H Emerald Star rank (a county rank) was developed to fulfill this need. The objective of the Emerald Star is to encourage those members who have joined 4-H as an older member and does not have time to complete Star ranks so the have the opportunity to achieve a leadership rank. It also is for eligible 4-H members to achieve extra-ordinary levels of leadership and achievement in the 4-H program. What does an Emerald Star applicant do? An Emerald Star applicant must present a plan of proposed leadership which will benefit the County 4-H Program or community. They must complete this plan and submit a self evaluation on their plan 30 days prior to Achievement Night to be recognized. Plans should not exceed 24 months for completion. The qualifications are as follows. Any 4-H member who is, or who will be, in the 8th grade or above at the implementation of the project and who has not previously completed an Emerald Star project or plan may apply. For more information or an application contact the county office.
Bloomington Boosters 50th Reunion
Are you a former member or leader of the Bloomington Boosters 4-H Club? We will be having a celebration for our 50th Reunion on April 3, 2004 at Ruth O. Harris Middle School, Bloomington, CA. For more information call (909)823-8655 or (909)823-8112. Kelsie McGill, Bloomington Boosters.
4-H County Website
John Trammell has put together a county website as an Emerald Star project. The site is still under construction, but you can check it out at http://clubs.ca4h.org/sanbernardino/
County All-Stars Invade Fort Irwin
Eight San Bernardino County All-Stars: Russell Champlin, Carrie Crane, Carrie Curley, Michael Grainger, Maloree McElvain, John Trammell, Stephanie Voss, and Stacey Witt, headed to the high desert to visit the Fort Irwin military base 4-H club. This visit marked the first time a group of youth enrolled in a traditional 4-H program ever visited a base or military club.
Our visit began with ice breakers designed by both groups. We had two "tag-a-longs" who made friends with some of the younger kids, exchanging addresses to keep in touch.
The All-Stars presented programs on Food Fiesta, Record Books, Teamwork, Demonstrations and "Beyond Local Events". The Fort Irwin kids exhibited their arts and crafts, which we encouraged them to exhibit at the county fair, and explained how their program is the same from base to base. They treated us to a hamburger and hot dog lunch and then they made pie for our dessert. After they made pie, they gave us their recipe and we made the same dessert. Their pies were great, ours did not firm up as intended.
Fort Irwin is isolated, so they provide the services on the base for their youth. We were very impressed with their facilities, they even have a skate board park. The youth taught us how to play nine-square ball and did a presentation on trust, using a "mine field" of toys.
In the afternoon we were given a base tour that included actually sitting in a Blackhawk Helicopter. We got to try on the flight vest and they even let us use the night vision goggles (they cost $8,000.00 a pair). The people at the base were very hospitable and interested in the traditional program. We really had a great day and Food Fiesta and promised we would come and help them organize. We gave them a copy of our Food Fiesta packet, just think, if they try our idea, and then move to another base, our format could travel clear across the United States.
Thanks to the youth and leaders at Fort Irwin, we had a great day.
Gayle Champlin, All-Star Advisor
California Focus
Cal Focus will be meeting on March 6, 2004 for an orientation meeting at 10:00 am at Riverside County 4-H Office. The group will be meeting again on March 9, 2004 at 6:00 pm at the San Bernardino County 4-H Office. For more information or if you have any questions contact Christina Conver at (909)822-6457.
Leader Cards
Leader cards have been made for all Project and Resource Leaders, they have been given to Community Leaders. See your Community Leader to receive your card. Thank you for being a 4-H leader in San Bernardino County!
San Bernardino County Fair
San Bernardino County Fair premium books are now available from the fairgrounds or the County Office. Remember the fair dates have changed to May 15-23, 2004.
State Leaders Forum Session Proposals
On behalf of the South Central Sectional 4-H Leaders Council, we would like to invite you, your colleagues, and volunteer 4-H leaders to present a workshop at the State Leaders Forum, coming this November 5-7, 2004 at the Asilomar Conference Center. It promises to be a great weekend for all, as together we actively engage in "Painting Brighter Futures". Contact the County Office for workshop proposals forms.
2004 4-H County Field Day
Hosted by:
High Desert Challengers 4-H Club
High Desert Magic 4-H Club
Mojave Desert 4-H Club
When: March 27, 2004, registration and check-in 8:30 to 9:00 am
Where: Heritage School in Phelan
Entries due by March 9, 2004 (county meeting night). Entries can be mailed, e-mailed or faxed to Cody Johnson or to the county office. Entries will be accepted at the check-in for a $5.00 fee, providing there is judging space available.
A Food Booth will be put on by the California Focus group in order to raise funds. Continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks will be available.
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Send entries to:
Cody Johnson
P.O. Box 402759
Hesperia, CA 92340
UCCE/4-H
777 East Rialto Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92415
Fax (909)387-3306
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Members must bring their own easels and any other equipment needed.
Any member or group earning a gold medal is eligible to compete at Southern Section Field Day on May 15, 2004. Members and groups must sign-up and pay a $1.00 fee before leaving County Field Day to be entered for Southern Section Field Day.
Heritage School is located at 9542 Wilson Road, Phelan, CA
If you have any questions or need more information contact Cody Johnson at
(760)949-2276 or .
For more information and tips on preparing your presentations visit the State Presentation packet at http://ca4h.org/leadership/spd/index.asp
For entry forms and information on categories see your Community Leader, contact the County Office, or visit http://clubs.ca4h.org/sanbernardino/
Recognition for 4-H Members
2004 4-H State Project CompetitionTo submit with the book:
Application - (Word) (PDF) Note: Form 77 is no longer required.
Resources and Helpful Materials
Project Objectives - (Word) (PDF)
Hints on Preparing State Project Competition Application - (Word) (PDF)
Deadline: Sectional Judging Information (Word) (PDF)
North Section: July 1 - Jacki Zediker at or 530-842-2711
North Central Section: July 19 - Tom Fraser at or 925-371-0732
South Central Section: July 24 - Melanie Curtis at or 559-456-7285
South Section: July 24 - Noel Keller at or 909-621-2373
Eligibility: 14 years old.
Donor: The Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation
Award: $1000 savings bond or $500 cash for State Winner; $500 savings bond or $250 cash for Alternate Winner; feedback on book; certificate
Other Materials:
Evaluation Form for State Books - (Word) (PDF)
Evaluation Form for Sectional Books - (Word) (PDF)
Comments Form (Word) (PDF)
Form 13: Sectional Rankings (Word) (PDF)
"The Art of Judging" by Ken Willmarth, 4-H Youth Development Advisor (Word) (PDF)
"How to Write Comments" by Fern Vacca, 4-H Volunteer (Word) (PDF)
Guidelines for Sectional Coordinators (Word) (PDF)
Questions: Contact Jazz Stables at or 530-754-5809
2004 Statewide 4-H Scholarships - (Word) (PDF)
Deadline: April 30 to the California 4-H Youth Development Office
Questions: Contact Jazz Stables at or 530-754-5809
General 4-H Scholarship (in memory of Mabel W. Jacks)
Eligibility: High School senior or high school graduate, in California 4-H when graduated.
Donor: Mabel W. Jacks Scholarship Fund.
Award: Five, $700 scholarships
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Vocational Ed. 4-H Scholarship (sponsored by the Samarin Family)
Eligibility: High school or equivalent graduate who at the time of graduation are/were 4-H members, those who are seeking training at a vocational/trade or junior college vocational program.
Donor: The Samarin Family through The California 4-H Foundation
Award: $1000 award
2004 Outdoor Adventure Award (in memory of Jack and Robert Clay) - (Word) (PDF)
Deadline: April 30 to the California 4-H Youth Development Office
Eligibility: Outstanding achievement and leadership in camping and outdoor adventure
Donor: Friends of Jack and Robert Clay through The California 4-H Foundation
Award: $100 adults, $250 youth
Questions: Contact Jazz Stables at or 530-754-5809
4-H Beekeeping Essay Contest (PDF)
Sponsored by The Foundation for the Preservation of Honey Bees, Inc.
Award: $250, $100, $50
Deadline: February 13 to Eric Mussen
Questions: Contact Eric Mussen at or 530-752-0472
Guide Dog Scholarship
Administrated by Guide Dogs for the Blind - www.guidedogs.com
Deadline: May 15 to Guide Dogs
Award: $1000 and $500 awards
West Coast Equine Foundation Dick Randall Memorial Scholarship (Word)
Deadline: June 30 to W.C.E.F.
Eligibility: Entering freshman or continuing student enrolled in a college, vocation, or business school.
Donor: West Coast Equine Foundation through The California 4-H Foundation
Recognition for 4-H Adult Volunteers
National 4-H Salute to ExcellenceNational Volunteer of the Year and National Lifetime Volunteer Award
Deadline: November 15, 2003 to the California 4-H Youth Development Office
Eligibility: California 4-H Volunteer
Award: Trip to the National 4-H Conference and monetary award
Questions: Contact Mignonne Pollard at or 530-754-8517
Financial Support for Project and Club Growth
The 2004 Bob and Pat Dean Memorial 4-H Legacy Fund - (Word) (PDF)Deadline: October 31 to California 4-H Youth Development Office
Eligibility: 4-H Members and Volunteers
Donor: Bob and Pat Dean through the California 4-H Foundation
Award: Up to $2,500 may be requested
Questions: Contact Jazz Stables at or 530-754-5809
2004 4-H Service-Learning Request-for-Proposals - (Word) (PDF)
Deadline: June 30 to California 4-H Youth Development Office
Eligibility: 4-H Groups/Units conducting Service-Learning projects
Donor: The Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation through the California 4-H Foundation
Award: Up to $5,000 may be requested
Questions: Contact Jazz Stables at or 530-754-5809
San Bernardino County 4-H Scholarships
San Bernardino County 4-H Scholarship Program
Deadline: June 29, 2004
Eligibility: Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 19, have a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and have been a 4-H member for at least three years at the time of applying. Both current and graduated members are eligible. Only first year college students.
Donna Nicole Peacock Scholarship
Deadline: June 29, 2004
Eligibility: 1. Graduating High School Senior
2. Horse Project Member in good standing
3. 4-H Member in good standing
4. Application must include 2 letters of recommendation
5. Applicant must write an essay no longer than 2 pages stating what their future goals are and why they feel they deserve this award.
6. Applicant may be required to submit to an oral interview
7. Applicant my be required to submit their 4-H record book
San Bernardino County 4-H Mrs. Rich Legacy Scholarship
Deadline: June 29, 2004
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating High School and First Year College Students.
Award: One scholarship only is awarded to each individual.
Jaimie Pettey Memorial 4-H Scholarship
Deadline: June 29, 2004
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating High School who are going on to college and planning a career in some aspect of Agriculture.
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