Equine Affaire
Location: Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH
Date: April 10-13, 2008
This is a great event for 4H clubs to coordinate a field trip! Clinicians include: Monty Roberts, Craig Cameron, Leslie Desmond, and presenters for every seat and riding style.
Admission: Adult: Daily rate: $13, Four-day Pass: $45
7-12 yrs: $8.00 daily /$28.00 Four-day pass
Call 740-845-0085 for tickets or visit www.equineaffaire.com for more information. Promotional
booklets are available at the MSU Extension Office.
Winning Combination Tack Sale
Winning Combination Tack Sale
Location: Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte,
MI
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Time: 11 a.m.– 3 p.m.
Tables: $15.00 each
Cost: $1.00 for 5 yrs. and up
Concessions available day of sale
Contact: Deb Bussard at 517-543-7476 or
debrabussard@yahoo.com for more information
Location: Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte,
MI
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Time: 11 a.m.– 3 p.m.
Tables: $15.00 each
Cost: $1.00 for 5 yrs. and up
Concessions available day of sale
Contact: Deb Bussard at 517-543-7476 or
debrabussard@yahoo.com for more information
Upcoming Horse Events
Upcoming Horse Events….
Spring 4-H Horse Galaxy: March 1
MI Horse Expo: March 7-9
Hairy Horse Show: March 30
Please contact the Extension office or visit
www.canr.msu.edu/anscikids for more information
Spring 4-H Horse Galaxy: March 1
MI Horse Expo: March 7-9
Hairy Horse Show: March 30
Please contact the Extension office or visit
www.canr.msu.edu/anscikids for more information
2008 Michigan 4-H Horse Jamboree
2008 Michigan 4-H Horse Jamboree
April 19, 2008
MSU Pavilion
The annual 4-H Horse Jamboree is coming back again this year with areas such as Hippology,
Horse Judging and the Horse Bowl available to 4-H youth. It is $12.00 per participant per contest. Anyone interested in participating in the Horse Jamboree can contact the MSU
Extension office for information, guidelines and registration forms.
April 19, 2008
MSU Pavilion
The annual 4-H Horse Jamboree is coming back again this year with areas such as Hippology,
Horse Judging and the Horse Bowl available to 4-H youth. It is $12.00 per participant per contest. Anyone interested in participating in the Horse Jamboree can contact the MSU
Extension office for information, guidelines and registration forms.
Michigan International Stallion Expo
MI International Stallion Expo & Trade Show
March 7-9
MSU Pavilion
Clinics and demonstrations include Richard Shrake, Mary Midkiff and Linda Koch. The Canadian
Cowgirls Drill team will perform as will T.J. Casey, the Cowboy Poet & Singer. Tickets are $10.00 for those over 15, $5.00 for youth 6-14 and free for youth 5 and under. Seewww.michiganhorsecouncil.com for more information or contact the Extension office.
March 7-9
MSU Pavilion
Clinics and demonstrations include Richard Shrake, Mary Midkiff and Linda Koch. The Canadian
Cowgirls Drill team will perform as will T.J. Casey, the Cowboy Poet & Singer. Tickets are $10.00 for those over 15, $5.00 for youth 6-14 and free for youth 5 and under. Seewww.michiganhorsecouncil.com for more information or contact the Extension office.
2008 National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
2008 National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
February 29-March 2, 2008
North Carolina
The 31st National Youth Leaders Horse Symposium will provide youth with take-home tools
about safe and effective horsemanship. Attendees will find resources, referrals and networking opportunities to help kids connect through horses. For more information please contact the Extension office and we will be happy to provide the details.
February 29-March 2, 2008
North Carolina
The 31st National Youth Leaders Horse Symposium will provide youth with take-home tools
about safe and effective horsemanship. Attendees will find resources, referrals and networking opportunities to help kids connect through horses. For more information please contact the Extension office and we will be happy to provide the details.
Horse Judging Workshop
Horse Judging Workshop:
You be the Judge! Judging Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle and Developing Oral Reasons
Friday, February1, 2008
7-9 p.m.
MSU Pavilion
Judging Contest/Clinic
Saturday, February 2, 2008
7:30-10:30 a.m.
This clinic includes the opportunity to give oral reasons. It is $10.00 per youth and $12.00 per adult/coach. Classes include 2 AQHA Halter, Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle.
Registrations are due to the Extension office by January 28, 2008
You be the Judge! Judging Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle and Developing Oral Reasons
Friday, February1, 2008
7-9 p.m.
MSU Pavilion
Judging Contest/Clinic
Saturday, February 2, 2008
7:30-10:30 a.m.
This clinic includes the opportunity to give oral reasons. It is $10.00 per youth and $12.00 per adult/coach. Classes include 2 AQHA Halter, Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle.
Registrations are due to the Extension office by January 28, 2008
Managing Your 4-H/FFA Swine Project
Managing your 4-H/FFA Swine Project
Tom Guthrie, MSUE Swine AOE Educator, is going to be presenting a program on how to manage your swine project from start to finish. He will be providing information on how and when to select your pig, housing and caring for your pig, feeding the pig out to the desired fair weight, and how to keep records and manage your project. Mr. Don Williams, Eaton Co Swine Superintendent, will also be addressing issues specific to the Eaton Co Fair and your swine project. This will be a great time to learn more about your swine project for the beginner as well as the seasoned hog owner.
Place: Kardel Hall
Eaton Co Fairgrounds
Charlotte, MI
Date: Monday, March 10, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm
Please Register with
Eaton Co MSUE Office
Phone: 517-543-2310
E-mail: onealj7@msu.edu
Tom Guthrie, MSUE Swine AOE Educator, is going to be presenting a program on how to manage your swine project from start to finish. He will be providing information on how and when to select your pig, housing and caring for your pig, feeding the pig out to the desired fair weight, and how to keep records and manage your project. Mr. Don Williams, Eaton Co Swine Superintendent, will also be addressing issues specific to the Eaton Co Fair and your swine project. This will be a great time to learn more about your swine project for the beginner as well as the seasoned hog owner.
Place: Kardel Hall
Eaton Co Fairgrounds
Charlotte, MI
Date: Monday, March 10, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm
Please Register with
Eaton Co MSUE Office
Phone: 517-543-2310
E-mail: onealj7@msu.edu
Calling all swine leaders!!
An informational meeting will be held to help answer all your questions and give you information on how to help your members with their swine project this year. This is a team effort between the Eaton Co. Fairboard Swine Superintendent, Jr. Livestock Association and Eaton Co MSUE 4-H.
Highlights
• Upcoming dates and deadlines
• Swine Learning Laboratory Kit
• Tag-in procedure
• Question and Answer Session
Phone: 517-543-2310
Calling all Swine
Project Leaders
Place: Kardel Hall
Eaton Co Fairgrounds
February 25, 2008
6:30 p.m.
An informational meeting will be held to help answer all your questions and give you information on how to help your members with their swine project this year. This is a team effort between the Eaton Co. Fairboard Swine Superintendent, Jr. Livestock Association and Eaton Co MSUE 4-H.
Highlights
• Upcoming dates and deadlines
• Swine Learning Laboratory Kit
• Tag-in procedure
• Question and Answer Session
Phone: 517-543-2310
Calling all Swine
Project Leaders
Place: Kardel Hall
Eaton Co Fairgrounds
February 25, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Hog Tag-In
Hog Tag-In:
Saturday, April 5, Noon-2 p.m.,
Eaton County Fairgrounds
Sheep Weigh: TBA
All market animals for the 2008 must be presented at the designated time to be eligible to sell at fair.
Saturday, April 5, Noon-2 p.m.,
Eaton County Fairgrounds
Sheep Weigh: TBA
All market animals for the 2008 must be presented at the designated time to be eligible to sell at fair.
Freestyle Clinics
New Opportunity at 2008 State Dog Show!!!
For the first time, Freestyle will be available at the 2008 State Dog Show. For those interested in learning more about freestlye, including training techniques, free clinics will be offered throughout Michigan. Please contact your MSU Extension office for more information.
For the first time, Freestyle will be available at the 2008 State Dog Show. For those interested in learning more about freestlye, including training techniques, free clinics will be offered throughout Michigan. Please contact your MSU Extension office for more information.
May 1 Dog Forms
MAY 1 DOG FORMS
All dogs showing at fair must have a May 1 Dog Form completed and turned in by club to Bonnie Seitler by May 1. Forms are available at the Extension office.
All dogs showing at fair must have a May 1 Dog Form completed and turned in by club to Bonnie Seitler by May 1. Forms are available at the Extension office.
Pre-Fair Dog Match Date
Save the Date!!
The 2008 Pre-Fair Dog Match will be held on Saturday, May 17 at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. Registrations forms will be available at the Extension office. Watch for more information in the next newsletter and in the mail!
The 2008 Pre-Fair Dog Match will be held on Saturday, May 17 at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. Registrations forms will be available at the Extension office. Watch for more information in the next newsletter and in the mail!
Small Dog Obedience at the Medical Care Facility
Obedience Classes at the Medical Care Facility
Obedience classes are being held for small dogs (under 25 pounds) at the Charlotte Medical Care Facility every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. The cost is $15.00 and if you are interested, show up at the facility with proof of vaccinationsand ask for Mary.
Obedience classes are being held for small dogs (under 25 pounds) at the Charlotte Medical Care Facility every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. The cost is $15.00 and if you are interested, show up at the facility with proof of vaccinationsand ask for Mary.
Dog Obedience classes being offered
Dog Obedience Classes
Dog obedience classes are being offered again
by Bonnie Seitker at her residence for both 4-H
members and non-4-H members. Classes begin
March 11. Cost:
$15.00 for the first child in the family
$10.00 for the second
$30.00 cap for a family
$25.00 for non 4-H members
For more details please call Bonnie at
517-543-3011, preferably after 4 p.m.
Dog obedience classes are being offered again
by Bonnie Seitker at her residence for both 4-H
members and non-4-H members. Classes begin
March 11. Cost:
$15.00 for the first child in the family
$10.00 for the second
$30.00 cap for a family
$25.00 for non 4-H members
For more details please call Bonnie at
517-543-3011, preferably after 4 p.m.
Shooting Sports reminders
Shooting Sports Reminders
Please remember the following items must be completed
BEFORE a member is eligible to shoot:
♦ Must be a registered member of 4-H
♦ $5 shooting sports fee paid
♦ Health Form turned in
♦ Code of Conduct signed and turned in
Please remember the following items must be completed
BEFORE a member is eligible to shoot:
♦ Must be a registered member of 4-H
♦ $5 shooting sports fee paid
♦ Health Form turned in
♦ Code of Conduct signed and turned in
Shooting Sports dates
EATON COUNTY 2008 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS
DATES FOR MEETS AND TOURNAMENT
(As of December 4, 2007)
Feb. 9 & 23 10-12 noon Kardel Hall (KH) BB Gun
10-12 noon KH 4th Year and Up Archery
1-3 p.m. KH 1st – 3rd Yr. Archery
Sat. March 8 10-12 noon Kardel Hall (KH) BB Gun
10-12 noon KH 4th Year and Up Archery
1-3 p.m. KH 1st – 3rd Yr. Archery
Sat. March 29 9-11 a.m. Bellevue Conservation Club (BCC) Firearms
10-12 noon BCC BB Gun
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
Sat., April 12 & 26 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
10- 12 noon BCC BB Gun
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
**Sat., April 19 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
Sat., May 3 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
Saturday, May 17, Bellevue Conservation Club- County Tournament
All Disciplines
Schedule subject to change.
Additional shoots and events may be scheduled throughout the year.
DATES FOR MEETS AND TOURNAMENT
(As of December 4, 2007)
Feb. 9 & 23 10-12 noon Kardel Hall (KH) BB Gun
10-12 noon KH 4th Year and Up Archery
1-3 p.m. KH 1st – 3rd Yr. Archery
Sat. March 8 10-12 noon Kardel Hall (KH) BB Gun
10-12 noon KH 4th Year and Up Archery
1-3 p.m. KH 1st – 3rd Yr. Archery
Sat. March 29 9-11 a.m. Bellevue Conservation Club (BCC) Firearms
10-12 noon BCC BB Gun
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
Sat., April 12 & 26 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
10- 12 noon BCC BB Gun
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
**Sat., April 19 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
Sat., May 3 9-11 a.m. BCC Firearms
1-3 p.m. BCC All Target Archery
? BCC 3-D Archery
Saturday, May 17, Bellevue Conservation Club- County Tournament
All Disciplines
Schedule subject to change.
Additional shoots and events may be scheduled throughout the year.
Schedule
January
26 Beef Weigh in, 8 a.m.-noon, Fairgrounds
26 State rabbit & Cavy Show, MSU Pavilion
28 Volunteer Orientation
February
6 Junior Livestock Meeting, 7 p.m., 551 Building
8 Deadline to purchase Volunteer Celebration banquet tickets
12 Seatbelt Safety Meeting, 5-7 p.m., 551 Building
15 Deadline to purchase dance tickets for Volunteer Celebration
16 Volunteer Celebration, 5:30 p.m., VFW National Home, Eaton Rapids
18 Holiday, Office closed
25 Swine Project Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Kardel Hall
March
1 Deadline for State Awards, Mark of Excellence
3 4-H Council, 7 p.m., 551 Building
10 Managing Your Swine Project Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Kardel Hall
11 Dog Obedience classes begin, 6 p.m.Bonnie Seitler’s home
12 Small Animals Association, 7 p.m., 551 Building
15 Deadline for New Member Enrollment
17 Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Kardel Hall
20 Horse Development Committee, 7 p.m., 551 Building
29 Winning Combination Tack Sale, 11a.m., Fairgrounds
April
5 Swine Tag-In, 12-2 p.m., Fairgrounds
26 Beef Weigh in, 8 a.m.-noon, Fairgrounds
26 State rabbit & Cavy Show, MSU Pavilion
28 Volunteer Orientation
February
6 Junior Livestock Meeting, 7 p.m., 551 Building
8 Deadline to purchase Volunteer Celebration banquet tickets
12 Seatbelt Safety Meeting, 5-7 p.m., 551 Building
15 Deadline to purchase dance tickets for Volunteer Celebration
16 Volunteer Celebration, 5:30 p.m., VFW National Home, Eaton Rapids
18 Holiday, Office closed
25 Swine Project Leader Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Kardel Hall
March
1 Deadline for State Awards, Mark of Excellence
3 4-H Council, 7 p.m., 551 Building
10 Managing Your Swine Project Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Kardel Hall
11 Dog Obedience classes begin, 6 p.m.Bonnie Seitler’s home
12 Small Animals Association, 7 p.m., 551 Building
15 Deadline for New Member Enrollment
17 Fair Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Kardel Hall
20 Horse Development Committee, 7 p.m., 551 Building
29 Winning Combination Tack Sale, 11a.m., Fairgrounds
April
5 Swine Tag-In, 12-2 p.m., Fairgrounds
Welcome to Jenny O'Neal
We would like to give a warm welcome to our newest staff member. Jenny O’Neal will be joining the MSU Extension office on Monday, December 3, 2007. Jenny has a master’s degree in animal science and was a 4-H program assistant in Arkansas.
Most recently, she was a 911 central dispatcher for the Lansing police department.
Many 4-H leaders and youth attended the open candidate presentations on November 2. Your written comments had a great impact on the candidate selection process. Thank you to all those who participated!
-Mona Ellard
Most recently, she was a 911 central dispatcher for the Lansing police department.
Many 4-H leaders and youth attended the open candidate presentations on November 2. Your written comments had a great impact on the candidate selection process. Thank you to all those who participated!
-Mona Ellard
New Program Assistant
Hello everyone! Many of you already know me, but for those who don’t, my name is Kristen Argo and I am the new 4-H program assistant for Eaton County...again. I have worked at the MSU Extension office for 4 years. I began as a part-time secretary and moved to part-time 4-H program assistant very briefly a couple of years ago. I then became the full time secretary and as my life got fuller I wanted to go back to part-time and I was fortunate enough to regain this
position.
My family and I live in Charlotte and I feel very fortunate to be a member of this community. I can’t wait to work with everyone again and to see new faces!! Let’s have a great year!
position.
My family and I live in Charlotte and I feel very fortunate to be a member of this community. I can’t wait to work with everyone again and to see new faces!! Let’s have a great year!
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