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Clover Clips
A newsletter for 4-H families
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| Introducing 2025 Mr. & Miss 4-H | |
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Dalton Pattimore
Hi! My name is Dalton Pattimore, and I’ve been in 4-H for 8 years. I’m going into my sophomore year at Paola High School. I applied for the Mr. 4-H program because I want to give back to the organization that has helped shape who I am today. I’m most excited to promote 4-H, meet new people, and help younger members get involved and grow in their own 4-H journeys.
Olivia Yeung
Hello! I have participated in 4-H for five years now and I am currently homeschooled. This fall I will be an incoming freshman! One of the main reasons I applied to the Mr./Miss 4-H program was because I always dreamed of having this role after looking up to many older 4-H girls running in the past. It's such an esteemed role with high involvement so I decided to run earlier rather than wait for my upper highschool years when summers aren't as free and open. I'm thrilled to have this role, and I look forward to investing time in promoting the 4-H program even more!
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Reporter's Corner
Club reporters submit their 4-H related articles, and you get to read about the latest Johnson County 4-H Club happenings! Click the button below for some fun news and updates!
| | If you received a trophy, belt buckle, special award, banner, or sold a project in one of the auctions, please take a moment to write your donor a thank you note. A note card and addressed envelope was attached to each award. Donors appreciate receiving these notes. Thank you notes are still relevant - some donors even mention only continuing to sponsor these awards if they receive a thank you each year. Therefore, taking the time to write a heartfelt thank you and sending it to the donor is a must! This tip sheet has seven steps to writing a great thank you note. Please take this opportunity to let these gracious donors of awards know how much we appreciate all that they do. | |
State Fair Entry Drop-off Information
Projects that were registered for entry into the Kansas State Fair can be dropped off at the Extension office Tuesday, September 2nd from 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM or Wednesday, September 3rd from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Youth that exhibit in the 4-H division of the state fair will receive two complimentary admission tickets to the Kansas State Fair in place of premiums. Those tickets can be picked up at the Extension office from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday.
IMPORTANT: Please read the rules in the Kansas State Fair 4-H Exhibitor Handbook as well as check the Exhibit Area Downloads links for any class you entered in. A link to additional downloads links is on the webpage.
To find the Exhibit Area Downloads link for your class:
1) Scroll down the page to find your department.
2) Review all necessary forms and information for your entry.
3) We have all entry tags at the Extension office, but if there are other documents required you will need to print them off and bring them in with your exhibit.
If you have any questions, please call the Johnson County 4-H office. If you plan to attend the state fair, check the schedule for all the events.
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BB & Air Rifle Nationals Highlight
The Johnson County 4-H BB Gun and Air Rifle programs competed at the 2025 Daisy Nationals BB Gun Championship Match and Daisy Air Rifle Match on June 30 – July 3 in Rogers, AR. Read below for highlights from both teams!
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The BB Gun team consisted of five team members: Berea L., Corinth L., Janie R., James S. and Tyler T. Two alternate members: Jonathan H. and Easton R. also competed. Justin Reimer and Scott Sibson were the coaches. The match consisted of shooting four positions: prone, standing, sitting and kneeling. The team placed 10th out of 52 teams.
Individually, Tyler T. placed 7th (prone position scoring a 99 with 5 centered bullseyes), Corinth L. placed 6th (standing position scoring a 94), James S. placed 1st (sitting position scoring a 99 with 7 centered bullseyes), and Janie R. placed 4th (sitting position scoring a 98 with 8 centered bullseyes).
Earlier in the season, the BB Gun team placed 1st at both the KSRA Match and the Kansas State Spring Match.
The Air Rifle team consisted of three team members: Evan F., Ethan R. and Jarsley S. Lisa Fiedler was the coach. The match consisted of shooting three positions: prone, standing and kneeling. Individually, Ethan R. placed 7th (prone position scoring a 192) and 9th overall. Ethan also competed in the Top Gun Shoot Off placing 5th.
Earlier in the season, the Air Rifle team placed 2nd at the Kansas State Spring Match.
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Record Book/Award Applications Workshop
Do you need help filling out your record book or project report form? Need tips on how to organize the information? Do you have record keeping questions that you would like addressed? This workshop is for you! The event will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 PM at the Extension Office (Room 1070/1075). This workshop is open for everybody - not just first year members! Drop in when you need and when your schedule allows. There will be a presentation starting at 6:00 that will cover all areas of record books. There will be time before and after where anybody is welcome to drop in to receive advice and ask questions.
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Ambassador Applications
Join the 2026 Johnson County 4-H Ambassadors! If you love 4-H, meeting new people, and want to gain more leadership experience, this is the perfect program for you! The Ambassador program is a leadership role where 4-H’ers share with the community and other 4-H members about the many opportunities 4-H has to offer.
Applicants must be between the ages of 14-18 (before January 1, 2026). Applications are due to the Extension Office by Wednesday, September 10 at 5:00 PM.
Note: Current Ambassadors must reapply with the ambassador renewal form by the same September 10 deadline.
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Save the Date: County Social
Mark your calendars and plan to join the Council at the County Social on Saturday, September 20th. Join us in the afternoon for a game night and bonfire at Shawnee Mission Park (Shelter 1). More details to come!
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Preparing End of the Year Awards
All 4-H’ers should complete their Record Book (this includes the personal page, 4-H story, and permanent record) so you can get rewarded for the year’s hard work. Be sure to check with your club leaders to find out the deadline to submit your record book to them.
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If you would like to apply for an officer pin, submit an officer pin score sheet/application and a book or supporting documents to your club leader. Make sure to review the scoring sheet to meet all requirements. Score sheets can be found under "Club Resources" on the website.
Informational slides from our local training are posted. Also, consider attending the Record Book Workshop detailed above - this will be a great informational session with an opportunity to get all your questions answered.
You will submit ALL record books, applications, project report forms and officer books to your club leaders.
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Sew & Tell
A former 4-H family are the owners of a local apparel fabric store, Legacy Fabrics. They support not only 4-Her's, but students in high school, college, designers, cos-play, historical, and Renaissance designers as well. They would like to invite all the kids to their monthly Sew and Tell on Saturday, September 6th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. They can wear or bring in outfits, show off their pillows and posters! They would also love to hang the posters on the wall to show them off for a month or two!
This business is trying to build a community of garment sewists and offer a 15% discount to youth under 25! The store also has opportunities for sewing field trips with a lesson in different types of fabrics, notions, and the opportunity to actually feel and touch silk, wool, linens, and different varieties of knits.
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Rabbit Club Meeting (Miami County)
Miami County Cottontails 4-H Rabbit Club in Paola, KS will be hosting a rabbit showmanship refresher on Sunday, August 24th at 9:00 AM at the Miami County Fairgrounds.
The invitation has been extended to any of your 4-H'ers that would like a refresher prior to attending State Fair, or just simply to learn. Questions? Contact the leader, Ashley Barnes (913-605-0422).
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4-H Calendar Events
Check out all the available 4-H Projects and Events coming up in the next few weeks.
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Monday, August 18th 6:00 PM
Johnson County Entomology Project Meeting
Join us on the third Monday of each month as we dive into the art of pinning insects! Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, this hands-on meeting is perfect for anyone looking to improve their skills and take their insect collection to new heights. All skill levels welcome!
At the August meeting we will learn about pollinators and what makes them special. You are welcome to bring your fair projects to show everyone what ribbons you got. There will be time to get help with pinning and identifying any insects that you have already caught.
Registration: None required
Contact: Patrick Delancy
Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church (Room #115) 13145 Blackbob Road, Olathe, KS 66062
Wednesday, September 10th 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Record Book/Award Application Workshop
Come and get your record keeping questions answered. Formal presentation will be at 6:00 PM.
Registration: None required
Contact: Cyla
Location: Johnson County Extension Office, Room 1070/1075
Saturday, September 20th - afternoon
Johnson County 4-H Social
Games and bonfire at Shawnee Mission Park, Shelter 1
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September 10 - Ambassador Applications Due
October 1 - Kansas Youth Leadership Council Applications Due
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Kansas Youth Leadership Council
The Youth Council and National 4-H Conference applications will be combined, with applicants indicating if they are applying for one or both opportunities.
- Youth may run for a one-year term as a representative on the council. Youth Council Applicants must be ages 14 and 18 before January 1, 2026.
- Those who are selected as National Conference Delegates will serve a two-year term on the council. Applicants must be 15-18 before January 1, 2026.
The process includes an online application, online reference form, and signature page. All items are due by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. All resources and links can be found on either the National 4-H Conference or Youth Leadership Council page linked above. Elections will happen at this year’s Kansas Youth Leadership Forum and the National 4-H Conference Delegates will be announced there as well.
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Willie and the Salad Bonanza
Willie and the Salad Bonanza is a contest open to elementary, middle, and high school teams, along with other K-12 community organizations such as 4-H, Scouts, or FFA interested in the scientific principles surrounding plant growth. The challenge is to grow the largest amount of three designated and provided varieties of leafy greens in a communal container using no more than five-gallons of growing medium over a roughly 45-day time span, documenting this effort.
The contest will have four divisions, K-5, 6-8, and 9-12 grades, as well as Mixed Age. This year’s program will run from Wednesday, September 12 through the end of October, varied by age group. Seeds and a limited number of hydroponic setups are available for dispersal from the Extension Office while soil and other containers are the responsibility of participants. Extension support will be available to participating groups throughout the 45 days. Deadline for registration is September 5th.
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Clover Clips Submission
The deadline for submissions for Clover Clips will be on the 15th of each month. If you have a submission that you would like to have considered for an edition of Clover Clips please send it to Erin at Erin.Yeung@jocogov.org
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Lexi Ray - 4-H Agent
Cyla Gardner - 4-H Agent
Christin Bartels - 4-H Office Professional
Erin Yeung - 4-H Event and Communications Coordinator
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Cooperative Extension Service Johnson County
K- State Research and Extension
11811 S. Sunset Dr. Suite 1500
Olathe, KS 66061-7057
(913) 715-7000
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