Monday, March 29, 2010
Strawberry Orders Due- Wed., March 31
Reminder, this Wednesday is the last day for Strawberry Orders. If you need an order form, please visit the Potter Co. 4-H website. Payment is due with order.
Potter and McKean County 4-Hers Attend Regional Teen Retreat
“Make a Difference: Imagine! Believe! Achieve!” This theme for the weekend gave nine Potter and McKean County 4-Hers a lot to think about as they departed from the Regional 4-H Teen Retreat at Seven Mountain Scout Camp. The impact of two short days was quite phenomenal for them and the 4-H members who joined them from the Central Region. Shelby Baker, Karli Haskins, Nick Ayers, Emily Cormier, Caleb Cooper, Chris Borland, Stephanie McFall, Aaron Strait and Sandra Shaffer gained knowledge, skills and relationships that will stick with them for years to come.
The retreat kicked off on the evening of Friday, March 19th with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Mark Brennan, Professor of Leadership at Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Brennan provided the youth with a motivational talk about how they should step up and take the lead in their clubs and communities. This was followed by Ice Breakers with the Penn State Collegiate 4-H and a late snack before retiring to their lodge.
The following day’s workshops ranged from Parliamentary Procedure, to Questing, to learning how to promote 4-H. They even had the opportunity to get makeovers, learn how to line dance or learn about wildlife. Dinner for the evening was semi-formal, complete with fancy place settings and entertainment from the Penn State Pennharmonics. Then, many of the teens participated in a Cultural Presentation of two students from the Penn State Saudi Arabian Student Association. The night concluded with dancing and games.
The departure on Sunday, March 21st was more of a challenge than most expected. They had gained friendships that none of them were ready to leave behind. However, they did take with them the skills and knowledge they had gained over the weekend. Each teen returned to their counties with more confidence and poise than what they arrived with on Friday.
The retreat kicked off on the evening of Friday, March 19th with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Mark Brennan, Professor of Leadership at Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Brennan provided the youth with a motivational talk about how they should step up and take the lead in their clubs and communities. This was followed by Ice Breakers with the Penn State Collegiate 4-H and a late snack before retiring to their lodge.
The following day’s workshops ranged from Parliamentary Procedure, to Questing, to learning how to promote 4-H. They even had the opportunity to get makeovers, learn how to line dance or learn about wildlife. Dinner for the evening was semi-formal, complete with fancy place settings and entertainment from the Penn State Pennharmonics. Then, many of the teens participated in a Cultural Presentation of two students from the Penn State Saudi Arabian Student Association. The night concluded with dancing and games.
The departure on Sunday, March 21st was more of a challenge than most expected. They had gained friendships that none of them were ready to leave behind. However, they did take with them the skills and knowledge they had gained over the weekend. Each teen returned to their counties with more confidence and poise than what they arrived with on Friday.
Alfred University's Spring Open Horse Show on May 1st & 2nd, 2010
Alfred University's Horse Show Management Class is sponsoring the show (with help from professors and directors). The show will be held at the Alfred University Equestrian Center at 5174 Lake Road, Alfred Station NY 14803. May 1st is the Western show, May 2nd is the English. Joseph Boyle and Theresa Wills will be judging respectively. There will be prizes, payback classes, and highpoints awarded. The show is also PAC approved. No pre-entries are necessary, all entries will be accepted the day of the show. Stabling is available on a first come first serve basis, so the sooner you let us know, the more likely it will be that you secure your stalls. This is an excellent opportunity to show at an outstanding facility; and the show will be held rain or shine because of the large indoor arena available. Attached are the classes for both the English and Western day.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfasts
It’s that time of the year for Brydonson Farm’s All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast to begin.
Pancakes are going to be served every Saturday from 8 to 2 pm starting March 13th and March 20th and both Saturday and Sunday March 27th and 28th for the Maple Open House weekend. Hope to see everyone there.
Adults Donation is a $5.00 and Children under the age of 5 is a $2.50 donation. This includes pancakes, sausage and beverage.
The store will also be open if you would like to stop in and take a look around.
Pancakes are going to be served every Saturday from 8 to 2 pm starting March 13th and March 20th and both Saturday and Sunday March 27th and 28th for the Maple Open House weekend. Hope to see everyone there.
Adults Donation is a $5.00 and Children under the age of 5 is a $2.50 donation. This includes pancakes, sausage and beverage.
The store will also be open if you would like to stop in and take a look around.
Goat Clinic Date Change
Please note the 4-H Goat Clinic will be held on Saturday, March 27 instead of the 20th. Please register with Toby Neal, information is in the post below.
Monday, March 1, 2010
4-H Goat Clinic
4-H Goat Clinic
Saturday, March 20
2PM
Potter County Fairgrounds
RSVP to Toby Neal 814-698-6999 or farmer360@yahoo.com
Topics to be covered:
Preparing a Goat for Show
Showmanship
Show Techniques
The clinic is open to all 4-H members and any other interested youth.
Saturday, March 20
2PM
Potter County Fairgrounds
RSVP to Toby Neal 814-698-6999 or farmer360@yahoo.com
Topics to be covered:
Preparing a Goat for Show
Showmanship
Show Techniques
The clinic is open to all 4-H members and any other interested youth.
4-H Strawberry Orders
Interested in growing strawberries for your family or for profit? To assist you in getting started, PA 4-H is pooling strawberry orders again. Order forms are available from the Extension Office (274-8540) or on the Potter County 4-H website. Orders are due with payment March 31.
Super Saturday- March 13
March Super Saturday
Teen Training & Livestock Workshops
Saturday, March 13
Coudersport Alliance Church
Teen Training
All 4-H teens are encouraged to attend to learn more about leadership and activities that they can use in their 4-H clubs.
9:45 Registration
10-11 Akward! How do you get programs or meetings started with everyone involved and no one feeling left out? We will show you how! You will leave with a list of ideas to try at your next 4-H meeting or program.
11-12 Option 1- Club Officer Training- The 4-H club model is that all 4-H clubs have a set of club officers who run the club business meeting and help to determine what will occur during the 4-H year. This training will teach clubs how to use the officer positions and teach the youth what each officer does.
Option 2- Communicating Effectively- Getting in front of an audience can be challenging. Teens will learn how to make sure they are prepared for communicating properly with eye contact, voice levels, even appropriate dress.
12-1 Lunch & Game Time. Please bring your own lunch, including drink.
1-3PM Leadership Skills Map- Learn to navigate your way through the necessary skills in working with groups and children.
Interviews for those applying to be a camp counselor will be done during lunch and the afternoon sessions.
Livestock Workshops
All 4-H members, leaders and parents are welcome and encouraged to attend these sessions. Learn about all of the resources available to make sure your member is learning and having a successful 4-H year.
10:45 Registration
11-12 Making Weight with your Swine Project- Do you know all of the available resources to help you learn about your livestock project? Have you had some bumps in the road getting your animal to make weight at the fair? Come learn how to correct the errors and resources available to make you successful with your livestock project. Presented by Abby Onyon- 4-H Extension Educator, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate.
12-1 Lunch & Game Time. Please bring your own lunch, including drink.
1-2 Dairy Workshop- Check out the resources, programs and events available to dairy members. Presented by Abby Onyon- 4-H Extension Educator, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate.
2-3 Beef Feeding- The beef judge at fair last year commented that members needed to improve their beef feeding programs. Well, we listened! Lacy Miles, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate will present this workshop on creating a beef feeding program that works.
You do not need to attend the entire day. You can pick and choose workshops. Please call 274-8540 or email adb8@psu.edu to register. Please give us your name, county, and which workshops you will be attending. Registrations are due by Wednesday, March 10.
Teen Training & Livestock Workshops
Saturday, March 13
Coudersport Alliance Church
Teen Training
All 4-H teens are encouraged to attend to learn more about leadership and activities that they can use in their 4-H clubs.
9:45 Registration
10-11 Akward! How do you get programs or meetings started with everyone involved and no one feeling left out? We will show you how! You will leave with a list of ideas to try at your next 4-H meeting or program.
11-12 Option 1- Club Officer Training- The 4-H club model is that all 4-H clubs have a set of club officers who run the club business meeting and help to determine what will occur during the 4-H year. This training will teach clubs how to use the officer positions and teach the youth what each officer does.
Option 2- Communicating Effectively- Getting in front of an audience can be challenging. Teens will learn how to make sure they are prepared for communicating properly with eye contact, voice levels, even appropriate dress.
12-1 Lunch & Game Time. Please bring your own lunch, including drink.
1-3PM Leadership Skills Map- Learn to navigate your way through the necessary skills in working with groups and children.
Interviews for those applying to be a camp counselor will be done during lunch and the afternoon sessions.
Livestock Workshops
All 4-H members, leaders and parents are welcome and encouraged to attend these sessions. Learn about all of the resources available to make sure your member is learning and having a successful 4-H year.
10:45 Registration
11-12 Making Weight with your Swine Project- Do you know all of the available resources to help you learn about your livestock project? Have you had some bumps in the road getting your animal to make weight at the fair? Come learn how to correct the errors and resources available to make you successful with your livestock project. Presented by Abby Onyon- 4-H Extension Educator, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate.
12-1 Lunch & Game Time. Please bring your own lunch, including drink.
1-2 Dairy Workshop- Check out the resources, programs and events available to dairy members. Presented by Abby Onyon- 4-H Extension Educator, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate.
2-3 Beef Feeding- The beef judge at fair last year commented that members needed to improve their beef feeding programs. Well, we listened! Lacy Miles, alumni 4-H member and Delaware Valley College graduate will present this workshop on creating a beef feeding program that works.
You do not need to attend the entire day. You can pick and choose workshops. Please call 274-8540 or email adb8@psu.edu to register. Please give us your name, county, and which workshops you will be attending. Registrations are due by Wednesday, March 10.
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