Campbell County 4-H wishes every one a Happy Holiday.

Please enjoy your break from school and

we look forward to seeing you again in January.

Spots available for the District 3 BIG IDEA Teen Retreat!

Spots are still available for the District 3 BIG IDEA Teen Retreat scheduled for January 15-16 at General Butler State Park in Carrollton, KY.

The teen retreat is a one day overnight event which would include fun and innovative leadership workshops, project hour, and a time for you to meet and greet people from very diverse backgrounds and make lasting friendships. It will build a bond for when teens travel together to State Teen Conference. The cost of the event is $50.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Campbell County 4-H at 859-572-2600 or Ashley S. Holt, Jefferson County 4-H Extension Agent via email at ashley.holt@uky.edu or (502) 569-2344 or visit http://ces.ca.uky.edu/jefferson/4HYouthDevelopment.

Global Gourmet Cooking Series

Learn about different countries, their culture and food at a new cooking series offered to Campbell County 4-Hers ages 9-12! Classes will meet from 4:00 – 6:30 at the extension office. Must be able to attend all classes: February 24, March 24, April 28 and May 26. Other requirements include- must be willing to try new and different foods and use a knife. This same series will be offered again in September. Youth can participate in the series only once to allow others to participate. There will be a Global Gourmet II series in the future for those who have already completed the first Global Gourmet series.

** Space is limited, so register NOW by calling the Extension Office (572-2600).

If you would like any more information about Global Gourmet or Campbell County 4-H, please feel free to email sherri.broderick@uky.edu or call 859-572-2600.

Officer Training and 4-H Council Meeting

Don't miss the 4-H officer training tonight at 6:30pm at the Campbell County Extension Office in Highland Heights, KY. The 4-H Council will meet following the officer training.

THANK YOU!

The annual 4-H Recognition night was a huge success. Over 130 4-Her's and their family members were present! Thank you to the 4-Her's and their families for attending the event!

We would also to thank the VFW Ladies Auxiliary #3205 of Alexandria and the Midwest Gas Company of Highland Heights for sponsoring the The Outstanding 4-Her Awards.

Thank You to Julia Steffen who gave her award winning Volunteerism speech. Out of over 31,000 students who entered the Bill of Rights Institute Essay contest Campbell County 4-Her Julia Steffen placed 3rd in her region and received $1,250 along with an all expense paid trip to Washington DC.

Thank you to those who gave photos for the slide show, the 4-H clubs and individuals who donated items for the silent auction, persons who participated in the silent auction, families who brought food, volunteers who helped with meal and the volunteers who helped clean after the event.

We must also thank the members of the Campbell County 4-H Council for their continued support of 4-H. Thank you for making 2009 such a great year!

Campbell County Outstanding 4-Hers Recognized

The Campbell County 4-H Advisory Council held its annual 4-H Recognition Night on November 9th to recognize all of the outstanding youth involved in the club programs and activities over the past year. As part of the recognition program, two overall Outstanding 4-Hers are named each year. This year’s winners were Kimberly Campbell and Lauren Steffen.

The Outstanding 4-Her Awards include cash awards made possible by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary #3205 of Alexandria and the Midwest Gas Company of Highland Heights.

Congratulations Kimberly and Lauren!!

Kimberly Campbell, Marietta Knuehl of VFW Ladies Auxiliary #3205 and Lauren Steffen

Recognition Night

Don't miss the 4-H Recognition Night on Monday, November 9th at 6:00 pm at the Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service office. All 4-H’ers and 4-H families are welcome to attend! Register by calling the office at 572-2600 by Friday, November 6.

The Recognition Night will be a fun filled night honoring 4-H’ers for their participation in the past year’s activities. Each 4-H’er who attends will receive a special gift. Fair checks will be distributed for all 4-H’ers who exhibited their project or animal at the Alexandria Fair. The night will also include a silent auction and slide show of photos from the past year.

Remember the meal is a potluck. We ask each family to bring a side dish and Campbell County 4-H will provide the drinks, meat, and dessert! If you have any other questions please call the office at 572-2600.

Saddle Up Club Meeting

Reminder-
The Campbell County Saddle Up club is meeting this Thursday, November 5th at 7:00pm at the Campbell County Extension Office in Highland Heights, KY. A Horse Camp Committee meeting will be held November 5th at 6:00pm also at the Campbell County Extension Office. Hope to see you there!

Campbell County Middle School Cooking Club

The Campbell County Middle School Cooking Club is back in full swing and being taught by 4-H volunteer Christy Wells. Students are making homemade candy at October's meeting. At November's meeting students will make their very own mini pumpkin pie. Don't miss out on the fun! Space is limited so be sure to register!

A special THANK YOU to Christy Wells for organizing the club!

4-H Recognition Night

We still need 4-H photos for the 4-H Recognition Night slide show! Please email slide show pictures to sherri.broderick@uky.edu by Monday, October 26.

Senior 4-H’ers....
If you are a 2009 Senior 4-H’er (age 14 and up by January 1, 2009) and would like to be considered for the 2009 Outstanding 4-H’er Award, call the 4-H office for the application form. The outstanding 4-H’er awards are given out at the 4-H Recognition Night on November 9th.

The forms are due back to the 4-H office no later than October 30!

Join us at a Resume and Interview Workshop!

Everyone needs to be able to prepare a resume that can be used for the 4-H Honors Program, job or college applications, or college admissions. A resume shouldn’t be a last minute, hurry up and get it done project. This workshop is designed to help you organize and highlight your projects, activities and experiences so that you will be ready with an up-to-date resume for any occasion. Interview do’s and don’ts will also be reviewed. It’s never too soon to start!

Who: All 4-H’ers are invited

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service

Please call 859-572-2600 by October 26 to register.

4-H Recognition Night

4-H Recognition Night is set for 6:00 pm Monday, November 9 at the Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service office.

4-H Recognition Night is a special night to honor all 4-H’ers for their participation in the past year’s activities. Each 4-H’er who attends will receive a special gift. Fair checks will be distributed for all 4-H’ers who exhibited their project or animal at the Alexandria Fair. All 4-H’ers and 4-H families are welcome to attend.

Please register for recognition night by calling the office at 572-2600 by Friday, November 6.

**We need club and individual photos for the slide show! Please email slide show pictures to sherri.broderick@uky.edu by Monday, October 26.

2nd Sunday- October 11, 2009, 2-5 p.m

Newport is Taking it to the Streets for 2nd Sunday! Fun and Healthy Activities for the Whole Family! On October 11, 2009, Newport’s Monmouth Street business district becomes the center of an action-packed Sunday on Oct. 11, offering everything from bicycle rides and bike rodeos to karate demonstrations and gardening tips.

Monmouth Street will be closed to all but pedestrians and cyclists between 2-5 p.m., from 6th to 10th streets, allowing the usually busy thoroughfare to serve as a people-friendly stage for the afternoon’s activity. To find out more information go to http://www.secondsundaynewport.com/.

We hope to see you there!!

4-H at Campbell County Environmental Day Camp!

Throughout October 4-H is participating in Campbell County Environmental Day Camps at the Campbell County Environmental Education Center for Campbell County fourth graders. The Environmental Day Camps focus on environmental education topics. Students will take a closer look at soils and learn it takes 500-1000 years to form just 1 inch of soil! Students get a chance to see solar energy and learn how it works. They also learn all about water and the water cycle. Students will even have a visit from the Kentucky Reptile Zoo!

We hope to see your 4th grade class there!

National 4-H Week- October 4-10

National 4-H Week will take off with a speedy start on October 4, as the 4-H emblem makes its debut appearance in a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race! The well-known 4-H clover will be featured on the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet driven by Jeff Gordon at Kansas Speedway that day. The placement of the 4-H clover on Jeff Gordans No. 24 Chevrolet was made possible through a generous donation by DuPont, a sponsor of both the No. 24 team and of 4-H.“ 4-H has been a leader among youth development organizations, enriching the lives of millions of young people for more than100 years,” said Gordon. “It is an honor to have such an iconic emblem featured on the DuPont Chevrolet and to provide such an exciting way to help the nation kick-off National 4-H Week.”

Support 4-H at Southern States Oct 5-18

Saddle-Up Club meeting reminder

The next Saddle Up Club meeting is October 1, at 7:00 p.m. at the Alexandria Fairgrounds. Committee sign up sheets will be at this meeting.

The deadline for banquet reservations with payment is also October 1. You may turn it in at the meeting or drop it in the mail to Ruth or Cheryl Myers. Please remember your $10 donation or your $10 donation item for door prizes.

**Looking ahead for the new year please mark your calendars – District 3 4-H Horse Show will be June 4, 5 & 6. Ky State Horse Show will be July 3 – 10.

Livestock Field Day

Any 4-H or FFA member who is interested in the market or breeding animal projects must complete 6 hours of education. The 4-H/FFA Livestock Club will have a field day on Saturday, September 26 at the Alexandria Fairgrounds from 8am-Noon. This is a great opportunity to learn about the projects and complete 4 hours of the requirement. Call our office at 572-2600 or visit the website at ces.ca.uky.edu/campbell to register.

A cook out will be held at Noon. Please remember to invite your buyer(s) from the Livestock Sale at the 2009 Alexandria Fair. Member whose last names begin with A-M bring desserts; N-Z bring snacks.

Thanks,
Owen Prim

4-H Camp Dates

Camp Update:
Mark your calendars the 2010 4-H Camp week has been set! Campbell County will be camping July 26-30. More camp information will come in early spring.

4-H Fundraiser

4-H Fundraiser

The Campbell County 4-H Council is hosting a fundraiser on Thursday, September 24th from 2pm-5:30pm at the Extension office in Highland Heights. The money raised will be used to help with the Recognition Night’s awards, fashion show, bike rodeo, 4-H camp, scholarships, and much more.

The 4-H Council will be paid for each adult who participates in a evaluation of from a local company. The evaluation will only take approximately 15-25 minutes to complete. This is an easy project that requires minimal time and no cost to the participants. Help us help your 4-H’ers!

If you’re not involved with a 4-H club please feel free to sign up to come on your own, and bring a friend! To sign up for a time call the Extension Office at 572-2600. Walk-ins will also be taken. Please spread the word to your co-workers, family and friends!

Questions? Call the Extension office at 572-2600.

Alexandria Fair-

4-H had another successful year at the Alexandria Fair! Thank you to all the 4-H'ers, parents, and other volunteers who helped with the 4-H float in the parade. Thank you to 4-H'ers who entered projects and/or participated in the livestock and horse shows. Thank you to all the 4-H parents and families for continuing to support 4-H. Your hard work and dedication to 4-H is very much appreciated! Finally another big thank you to the numerous 4-H award sponsors and livestock buyers, with out your generosity 4-H at the Alexandria Fair would not be a success! Below is a list of the 2009 4-H Champions.

2009 4-H Champions
Electric-Micah Myers
Home Environment-Sadie Boschert
Secretary's Book-Josiah Myers
Jr. Boy's Record Book-Micah Myers
Advanced Jr. Boy's Record Book-Patrick McCord
Sr. Boy's Record Book-Aaron Myers
Jr. Girl's Record Book-Jamie Henley
Advanced Jr. Girl's Record Book-Hannah Myers
Sr. Girl's Record Book-Sadie Boschert
Photography-Emily Robertson
Arts-Danielle Heiert
Arts Runner-Up-Nicole Robertson
Needlework-Hannah Myers
Needlework Runner-Up-Erin Wilshire
Field Crops-David Reis
Cake Decorating-Hannah Myers
Jr. Sewing-Angela Lauer
Sr. Sewing-Natalie Fielders
Cut Flowers-Jennifer Campbell
Forestry-Julia Steffen
General-Sadie Boschert
Garden Champion-Jennifer Campbell
Garden Runner-Up-Alex Herrmann
Foods-Emily Robertson
Foods Runner-Up-Danielle Heiert
Entomology-Noah Beyer
Horticulture-Jennifer Campbell
Wood Science-Michelle Lauer
Best Beef Female any age owned and bred by a 4-H/FFA member-Patrick McCord
Overall Beef Female-Jake Woodyard
Market Heifer-Kayla Woodyard
Champion Steer-Patrick McCord
Reserve Champion Market Beef-Kayla Woodyard
Champion Chi Angus Female -Patrick McCord
Champion Angus Female-Luke Trapp
Champion Commercial Female -Jake Woodyard
Champion Simmental Female-Luke Trapp
Champion Shorthorn Female -Katie Herald
Champion Hereford Female-Lydia Wolf
Novice Beef Showmanship-Jed Martin
Overall Beef Showmanship-Kayla Woodyard
Jr. Beef Showmanship-Luke Trapp
Advanced Jr. Beef Showmanship-Jarred Martin
Sr. Beef Showmanship-Kayla Woodyard
Beef Herdsman Award-Patrick McCord
Steer with Highest Gain-Jarred Martin
Steer with 2nd Highest Gain-Jacob MartinChampion
Steer born and raised in Campbell County -Patrick McCord
Reserve Champion Steer born and raised in Campbell County -Charlie Krift
Jr. Beef Judging-Jarred Martin
Sr. Beef Judging-Joey Martin
Jr. Market Animal Judging-Luke Trapp
Sr. Market Animal Judging-Marissa Bezold
Champion Market Lamb-Ruth Myers
Reserve Champion Market Lamb-Hannah Myers
Sr. Sheep Showmanship-Ruth Myers
Advanced Jr. Sheep Showmanship-Hannah Myers
Jr. Sheep Showmanship-Ben Holtz
Overall Sheep Showmanship-Ruth Myers
Market Lamb Champion Rate of Gain-Stephanie Reis
Market Lamb Reserve Champion Rate of Gain-Ruth Myers
Champion Hog-Ashley Sebastian
Reserve Champion Hog-Amanda Sebastian
Champion Hog born and raised in Campbell County -Jacob Bertram
Overall Hog Showmanship-Heath Schmidt
Jr. Hog Showmanship-Jolene Geiman
Advanced Jr. Hog Showmanship-Shannon Kremer
Sr. Hog Showmanship-Heath Schmidt
Hog Champion Rate of Gain-Jacob Bertram
Champion Breeding Lamb-Ben Holtz
Reserve Champion 4-H Breeding Lamb-Ben Holtz
Champion Market Goat-Micah Myers
Reserve Champion Market Goat-Josiah Myers
Reserve Goat Showmanship-Micah Myers
Champion Goat Showmanship-Josiah Myers
Novice Sheep Showmanship-Daniel Myers
Novice Hog Showmanship-Colvin Geiman
Western Showmanship- Lauren Steffen
Western Horsemanship- Lauren Steffen
Mini Showmanship- Hannah Myers
English Showmanship- Lauren Steffen
Western Pleasure- Lauren Steffen
English Pleasure- Lauren Steffen
Poles, Flags- Jacob Foutch
Stake Race- Alex Herrmann
Walk trot- Grace Hoskins
Miniature hunter- Aaron Myers
Mini obstacle driving- Micah Myers
English Equitation- Jamie Henley
Hunter Hack- Karley Masters

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What is 4-H?!

4-H is the largest youth organization in the world!

What do the four H's stand for-
Head-
4-H challenges you to think and make decisions, both for yourself and as a member of a group. You will discover new ways to do things and different ways of dealing with everyday challenges. 4-H is big on self-discipline, responsibility, initiative, and leadership. You will become a positive force in todays world.
Hands-
In 4-H, you learn skills that you can use for the rest of your life. You wont just talk about it, you will actually get your hands on it, learn by doing. Members choose from about 100 different skills everything from bicycle safety to cooking to computer technology to veterinary science. 4-H often helps members discover interests that lead to rewarding careers.
Heart-
It can be tough growing up today. To sort out their ideas and emotions, 4-H members often talk to club leaders and to each other about what matters to them.
4-H gives you a chance to become friends with other young people and caring adults. It is about building character, accepting people who are different, and making your community a better place to live.
Health-
Being healthy means feeling good; doing your best to balance school, friends, and family; and making the best choices. 4-H focuses on developing healthy lifestyles and understanding what happens when you make unhealthy choices.