From the State 4-H Office |
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UC ANR Shelter in Place Update
In light of the worsening condition of the infection rate, the decreasing ICU availability statewide, and the commitment to keeping staff safe, UC ANR will extend its current remote work and limited on-site operation status through June 30, 2021.
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Send mail to Davis office only through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) |
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The Davis UC ANR building is still not able to receive packages sent via Fed Ex or UPS. These will not be deliverable because there is no staff always on-site to receive these safely and securely.
Please send program fees and all checks to the Davis ANR building via USPS only. All mail through USPS can be delivered to our box and handled in a more timely manner.
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Early Birds Are Leading the Way
Volunteers, parents and alumni have swooped in to start using the 4-H Debit Card. Early signs indicate this can be a windfall for local county clubs and programs. Using the card helps fund youth recognition and more - without having to donate or figure out new ways to fundraise. Thank you, early birds!
Examples of how our early birds are using their 4-H Cards:
- Online subscriptions (e.g., Amazon Prime, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Spotify, Audible, games, news)
- Online bill payments to other merchants (e.g., cell phone, home wireless)
- Ad hoc online purchases (e.g., groceries, clothing, gifts)
- Local shopping (e.g., groceries, coffee shop, craft shops, etc.)
- AND - 4-H projects and animal care, of course
Later this month, the 4-H Card mobile app will increase convenience and allow you to see your personal impact. It will also connect to smaller credit unions or community banks, a big plus.
Join the flock! Go to http://bit.ly/ca4hcard to learn more. New users will apply directly through the Android or Apple app - we’ll let you know when you can download it later this month.
Everyone, let’s turn our everyday living into a formidable fundraising flock.
Note: Our 4-H Card partner, GroundSwell SPC, is a Washington State-based social purpose organization. They are devoting the majority of their gross revenue from this program to California 4-H. 100% of proceeds generated for our county go directly to our county. GroundSwell has been working on this program at no cost to the 4-H Foundation, who sourced this unique program for our counties.
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Youth in Action Awards
The 4‑H Youth in Action Program recognizes four confident young leaders with diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives in our core pillar areas: agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living and STEM.
Each year, Pillar Winners will experience an exciting year of telling their 4‑H story and celebrating their leadership.
Winners receive:
- $5,000 higher education scholarship
- Promotional video showcasing their 4‑H impact story
- All-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. for National 4‑H Council’s Legacy Awards
- Networking opportunities with 4‑H celebrities and other prominent alumni
- Recognition as the official 4‑H youth spokesperson for their pillar
Applications should be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. PST on Monday, March 29.
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National 4-H Conference
April 10-15, 2021
The 2021 National 4-H Conference will be held virtually
Shaping the Future
Keynote Speaker: Michelle Cummings M.S, a former Kansas 4-H member, is the Big Wheel and founder of Training Wheels, a known leader in the Team Development industry. She is also the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer for Personify Leadership, a Leadership Development organization. Michelle is an accomplished author and a dynamic, sought-after speaker in the areas of leadership, team building, and experiential learning. Michelle has created a wide variety of facilitation, debriefing and team building activities that have collectively changed the way trainers and educators work.
Cap note Speaker: TBD
Welcome Statement: Provided by the Secretary of Agricultural or designated representative
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Tech Talk
Hosted monthly beginning
January – June 2021
2nd Tuesday (Feb. 9) 7pm – 8pm
4th Saturday (Feb. 27) 10am – 11am
Tech Talk is a space for leaders, teens, and adults, from beginners to experts to get personalized help in working through the challenges they are facing delivering 4-H in a virtual environment.
Come when you can, leave when you must
This time is informal, and the content will be created by participants and the questions and challenges that they bring to the room. Think of Scott as your personal technology coach offering PRACTICAL SUPPORT to help you get to success in a virtual 4-H world.
See flyer for more information
Must be active CA 4-H Personnel, Volunteer, or Youth Member to attend
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Equine Public Speaking Contest
Saturday, February 20, 2021
9:00 AM
Calling all 4-H Youth interested in public speaking! The Equine Public Speaking contest will take place February 20, 2021 starting at 9:00 AM. There will be two categories: Demonstration and Public Speaking. Subject matter must pertain to the horse industry.
Cost
- Public Speaking: $25.00 per individual, $50.00 per team
- Registration closes on February 14, 2021
- There will be no late entries accepted for the Public Speaking Contest.
Eligibility
- There is no pre-qualifying event requirement.
- You must be a current California 4-H member in good standing.
- You must be age 9 to 18 by December 31, 2020.
- Divisions are:
- Junior - Ages 9-13 years
- Senior - Ages 14-18 years
Registration closes on FEBRUARY 14, 2021 at 5:00 PM
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Engineering Week
February 21-27
This year, celebrate #EngineeringWeek by designing, building, and testing a motor boat!
2. Create your boat during Engineers Week (Feb 21-27).
3. Join our zoom call on February 27th, 2pm-3:30pm to showcase your design!
Open to all youth!
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Upcoming Equine Events
March 13, 2021: Equine Field Day
May 15, 2021: Hippology Contest
May 16, 2021: Horse Judging
June 21-27, 2021: California 4-H Classic Horse Show
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2021 Virtual Regional (formerly Area) Presentation Day
Registration Opens: February 15
Registration Closes: April 20 at midnight
Presentations: April 10 - April 24
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2021 State Presentation Day and Field Day
Registration Opens: April 10
Registration Closes: April 30 at 5 p.m.
Last day of competitions: May 22
Award Ceremony: May 23
Evaluations will be sent out (via email) by: June 4
Awards mailed out by: June 30
State Presentation Day Presentations: May 8 – May 22
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2021 Virtual Youth Summit
March 26-28, 2021
Ages 11-13
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2021 Virtual State Leadership Conference
July 23-25, 2021
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