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	4-H News & Notes
	Celebrating 100 Years of 4-H 1902 - 2002	In This Issue: Greetings from Dee Summer Camps 2002 Horticulture/Entomology Contests Local Club News Upcoming Meetings Upcoming MSU 4-H Events Upcoming 4-H Animal/Horse Events Community Service Idea for June Family Nutrition Program 4-H Archery Tournament MI 4-H Youth Conservation Council Win $100 PEP Volunteers Needed! 4-H Day at Cedar Point
Kurt H. Schindler, CED Dee Williams, 4-H Youth Educator Susan Baldwin, 4-H Secretary	Wexford County	June 2002 Vol. VIII Issue 9

Greetings from Dee:

I hope all of you are as excited about summer as I am! Watching the youth who participate in the therapeutic horseback riding classes is a special part of my summer. We still welcome volunteers 14 or older. We will meet at Sunup Acres on Tuesday evenings during June and July.

Northern District Fair Exhibitors: Please read the article inside to see how you can earn $100!

My daughter and her family from Russia will be in Michigan this summer awaiting the arrival of my fourth grandchild. In addition, my daughter and granddaughter from California will be here for a couple weeks. Do you think it will actually get warm enough for swimming?

The Benson family and the Funck family will be hosting boys from Japan for a month. Let them know if you have some club activities they might enjoy. Cindy Funck is the Parent Educator in our office.

I have included an article from our Food and Nutrition Program Associate, Shelly Psaros. Some of you should find it useful!

Summer Camps:

Deadline Extended: 5th Annual Michigan 4-H Livestock Camp in Coldwater takes place June 24-26
Deadline June 8: 4-H Learning Science Through the Arts Youth Camp at Kettunen Center takes place June 16-19
First Come/First Serve: Camp Kidwell on Eagle Lake in Allegan County has six week-long sessions available from June 23 through August 2
First Come/First Serve: Camp Torenta on the shores of Lake Mitchell, Cadillac, has six week-long sessions available from June 16 through August 2

For more information or to request scholarship information, call the office at #231-779-9480 or stop in at 401 N Lake Street, Cadillac.
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2002 Horticulture & Entomology Contest

Mark your calendars for Friday, June 28. This is the date for the 2002 Horticulture & Entomology Contests in the Plant and Soil Sciences Building at Michigan State University.

There are several contests in many different divisions including: Identification of flowers, fruits, ornamentals, vegetables, demonstration, and presentation.

For more detailed information, contact your leader or the office at 779-9480.

Upcoming Meetings

JUNE
3	LABO Orientation, 7 p.m.
4	PEP Volunteer Training, 6:30 p.m.
5	Exploration Days Orientation, 6 p.m.
12	Livestock Council, 7:30 p.m.
20	Fairboard Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
JULY
09	4-H Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
10	Livestock Council, 7:30 p.m.
18	Fairboard Meeting, 7:00 p.m.

The above meetings are open to the public. Please feel free to attend and give input. Your opinion and ideas do count and are welcomed! Back to the Top

Community Service Idea for June

It's "Fireworks Safety Month" -- Work with your local fire department and hospital to host a fireworks safety workshop or make posters to display geared towards youth.

Upcoming MSU 4-H Events

The following are a few of the many events coming up in the near future at the MSU Pavilion on the MSU campus in East Lansing.

JUNE
14	MSU Adult Riding Clinic, MSU Pavilion
15	Spartan Classic Jr. Swine Show, MSU Pavilion
15-16	Buckskin Horse Show, MSU Pavilion
15-16	Beef Showcase and Jr. Beef Show, MSU Pavilion
21-23	So MI Paint, Working & Quarter Horse Auction, MSU Pavilion
22	MI Jr. Sheep Show, MSU
28-30	MSU Arabian Horse Show, MSU Pavilion
JULY
1	MSU Arabian Horse Show, MSU Pavilion
2	State 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging, MSU Pavilion
13	State 4-H Caprine Classic, MSU Pavilion
15-19	MI Dairy Expo/4-H Dairy Days, MSU Pavilion
20	State 4-H Rabbit Expo, MSU Anthony Hall
AUGUST
10	State 4-H Dog Show, MSU Pavilion
16-18	State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion

For any updates visit: http://www.msu.edu/dept/ans/pavnew/pavhome.htm

Upcoming 4-H Animal/Horse Events:

The following animal/horse events will occur during the next few months:

JUNE
8	Hillsdale County 4-H Open Speed Show, 4 p.m.
9	Hillsdale County Open Horse Show, 8 a.m.
14-16	State 4-H Trail Ride - Goose Creek
25-26	MMPA - 4-H Milk Marketing Tour, Novi
29-30	Clare County M.M.O.S.C., Fairgrounds, Harrison, 9 a.m.
29	4-H Horse Show, Leelanau County 4-H Park
JULY
10	Twilight Shows, Oscoda County Fairgrounds, Fairview, 6 p.m.
13	Hillsdale Co 4-H Open Speed Show, 4 p.m.
14	Hillsdale Co 4-H Open Horse Show, 8 a.m.
27	Rough Riders Open Pleasure & Speed Show, 8:30 a.m.
AUGUST
7	Twilight Shows, Oscoda Co Fairgrounds, Fairview, 6 p.m.
21	Twilight Shows, Oscoda Co Fairgrounds, Fairview, 6 p.m.
SEPT
4	Twilight Shows, Oscoda County Fairground, Fairview, 6 p.m.
18	Twilight Shows, Oscoda County Fairgrounds, Fairview 6 p.m.

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Local Club News

Elizabeth Funck recently attended the Adventure Education workshop at the Kettunen Center. Liz will be using the information she received as she works as a Camp Counselor this summer at Camp Living Waters.

Several 4-H adults and teens participated in the Grand Opening celebration for the new Tractor Supply Company (TSC). They greeted the public outside the store with grilled hot dogs and a drink while Patricia Sattler's club, 4-H Drama Club, shared their new Kettunen training by making balloon animals for children to take home. Other clubs involved were:

Fishing Frenzy: Larry Solce, Jim Solce, and Dave Solce
4-H Drama Club: Patti Sattler and Erin Sattler
St. Ann's 4-H Club: Lori Videto and Katelyn Videto
Manton Community Club: Kim Huffman, Caitlin Huffman, Susan Brettschneider, Catie Brettschneider, Kama Sterrett, Walden Sterrett, and Addy Sterrett
Happy Trails: Jade Pearce
Bobbi's Bunch: Bobbi Jo Pyle, Spencer LaPointe, and Ashley Pyle
Royal Riders: Tammy Evers, Liz Evers, Jessica Barton, Natalie Slater, and Caroline Slater
Kingsley 4-H Challenge Club: Kip Madison, Katie Madison, and Melisa Madison
Forest View Adventure Club: Ann Solce
High Horizons 4-H Club: Angie Ferris, Jesse Farmer, and Jacob Farmer
4-H Educator: Dee Williams
Friends of 4-H: Andy Klinger, Wayne Williams, Wendy Garzon, and Carlos Garzon.

After expenses, Wexford County 4-H made over $700!! Job well done! Thanks to all of you who participated.

Recently, one of our new 4-H Leaders needed an EIN number. It's come to our attention that the telephone number to the I.R.S. in Cincinnati has been changed to: (866) 816-2065 and fax (859) 669-5760. Please change this number in your paperwork! If you need any assistance in obtaining your E.I.N., contact the office.

Jim Solce is a member of the first-ever Cadillac Science Olympiad team that brought home 42 medals from the regional competition at Mid-Michigan Community College. Because it was the Cadillac team's first-ever science competition, students had no idea what to expect. Earning medals in each event the team entered was a total surprise for them! Congratulations Jim and team! Back to the Top

PEP Volunteers Needed!

June 11, a very special 4-H program will begin PEP, Proud Equestrian Program, will begin at Sun-Up Acres, southeast of Cadillac. This will be the 23rd year of this six-week 4-H program sponsored by the Wexford 4-H Youth programs that offer beneficial therapy for the disabled free-of-charge.

We are seeking volunteers, 14 years of age or older, for this program to lead the horse or walk on each side of the horse to assist the riders.

Dates are: June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, & 16 from 6:30 - 8: 15 p.m. Training will occur on June 4.

If you are interested in assisting, please contact the office at 779-9480. Back to the Top

4-H Archery Tournament

Clare County 4-H will hold their first annual Clare County 4-H Archery Tournament on June 15 at the Harrison Sportsman's Club. Registration begins at 9 a.m. The cost is $5 per participant and is open to anyone 5-18 years old. For directions, registration forms, or directions, call the Clare County MSU Extension at (989) 539-7805.

Michigan 4-H Youth Conservation Council

You can provide important leadership for conserving Michigan's natural resources in the 21st century. The Michigan 4-H Youth Conservation Council, a new advanced environmental leadership opportunity for teens aged 13 to 19, was introduced by the Michigan Senate in 1999 and is coordinated by Michigan 4-H Youth Development. The next council will begin in December 2002. Positions are limited to 20 tens. Three teen representatives from each of the six Michigan regions will be selected by September 27. To receive an application and information packet, contact the office or email your request to Andrea Grix at the Kettunen Center.

4-H Day at Cedar Point

Attention! "Get to the Point" and support 4-H Friday, June 28 at Cedar Point. Juniors (Age 4+) and under 48": $25; Students: $25; Adults: $28. Tickets are available at the 4-H window from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please have a representative for a club or group. Have membership card with you. Back to the Top

Family Nutrition Program

The Family Nutrition Program can help you learn how to stretch your food dollar; improve your shopping skills; make delicious, low cost, quick and easy meals and snacks; add a variety to your diet that can lead to better health; and manage your resources.

Shelly Psaros, Wexford/Missaukee Counties Family Nutrition Program Associate, shares with you the following "cool" recipes to fight the summer heat.

Frozen Fruit Pops
1 cup mashed bananas
10 oz frozen sliced strawberries, partially thawed
20 oz can crushed pineapple
2 oranges
4 oz paper cups
plastic spoons
An adult should cut the oranges in half. Let the children squeeze the juice and pulp from the oranges. Stir together the orange juice, mashed bananas, strawberries, and pineapple. Mix well. Spoon into paper cups. Insert a plastic spoon into the center of each cup. Freeze until solid.

Orange Fun-Sicles
6 oz orange juice concentrate
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
3/4 cup water
1 tsp vanilla
plastic drinking straws

Grape Fruity Punch
40 oz grape juice, unsweetened
1 Tbs. orange juice concentrate
1 cup water
1 tsp lemon juice
orange slices
Mix all liquid ingredients. Add a slice of orange to each cup and enjoy!

Watermelon Pops
1 cup seedless watermelon chunks
1 cup orange juice
1 cup water
4 oz paper cups
plastic spoons
Place watermelon chunks, orange juice, and water in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Pour mixture into small paper cups. Insert a plastic spoon into the center of each cup. Freeze until solid.

Banana Pops
bananas (one-half per child)
1/2 cup orange juice
granola or grape nuts cereal
popsicle sticks
plastic wrap or aluminum foil
Have the children peel the bananas. Cut each banana in half lengthwise. Push a popsicle stick in the center of each half. Have each child dip his banana in orange juice and roll in cereal. Wrap pops in plastic wrap or foil and freeze.

Melon Cooler
1 cup seedless melon chunks
1/4 cup apple juice concentrate
1 cup milk
Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. (This is a good recipe for using overripe melon.)

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Attention: Exhibitors at the Northern District Fair!

To celebrate 100 years of 4-H, the Wexford County 4-H Council is offering a $100 prize to the most outstanding 4-H Club Centennial display in the Civic Center and in the Livestock Barns.

In the Civic Center we will be looking at creativity, theme, percent of members participating, and educational impact. If a club exhibits in more than one barn, please choose only one barn for your display. In the Livestock Barns we will be looking at creativity, theme, and percent of members participating.

You may stop into the office and request a copy of the following bulletins: Making Posters, Promote 4-H With Successful Visuals, or Planning Your Exhibits.

Some of the things you might want to consider doing are including 4-H projects or bulletins from the past in your display, interviewing people who were in 4-H in the past, getting information I
have available on 4-H during the different decades and sharing it in your exhibit. Be creative and let the people coming to the fair see how 4-H has changed over the years!

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