Brown County 4-H is supported by the Brown County United Way.
DATES TO REMEMBER
September
16 – Sheep Project Meeting 6:00p.m. at Youth Fair Barns
18 – Rabbit Project Meeting 7:00p.m. at Youth Fair Barns Concession Stand
20 – Deadline to Order State Swine Tags
29 – Foods Workshop 1:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. at Bangs FCS Classroom
October
8 – Extension Office Closed for Holiday
8-12 – National 4-H Week
9 – Brownwood 4-H Club Meeting 6:30p.m. at Extension Office
9 – Early 4-H Club Meeting 6:30p.m. at Early First Baptist Church
16 – Rabbit Project Meeting 7:00p.m. at Extension Office
20 – Lamb Validation 8:00a.m.- 10:00a.m. at the Youth Fair Barns
20 – Goat Validation 11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. at the Youth Fair Barns
4-H ENROLLMENT IS OPEN ON 4-H CONNECT!
August 15th starts the enrollment process for the 2012-2013 4-H year in Texas. All 4-H families, new and returning, are encouraged to log in and enroll in order to become an official 4-H member. If you want to become an adult leader or volunteer we encourage you to enroll for the 2012-2013 year. The web site for 4-H CONNECT is www.4honline.com There is no cost for adult leaders or adult volunteers. As you enroll in 4-H for the year, here are some tips in using 4-H CONNECT:
If you already have a profile DO NOT create another one!
If you lost your email and password call the county office we can tell you your e-mail address and reset your password!
To be an official 4-H member in Texas 4-H you must have an ACTIVE profile in 4-H CONNECT!
An active membership will not be granted until the $20.00 participation fee is paid on 4-H Connect!
You cannot register for an event until your profile is ACTIVE.
When you are doing your re-enrollment for the 2012-2013 4-H Year please make sure you update your address, phone number, and e-mail address.
You can use your Spaghetti Luncheon Fundraiser Voucher to pay your membership dues. To do this you will have to come into the extension office to enroll.
Don’t wait until the last minute to enroll because after October 31st the cost increases to $25!!
FOODS WORKSHOP
There will be a Foods Workshop on Saturday September 29th from 1:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. at the Bangs FCS Classroom. This will be an opportunity for 4-H members to learn more about the Foods & Nutrition project, food show, food challenge, and other related activities. If you are interested in participating please contact the Extension Office.
LOOKING FOR LIVESTOCK PROJECTS???
The time is near to have your livestock project if you plan on participating at the Youth Fair or major livestock shows. If you are planning on showing a goat, lamb, or swine and need help selecting your project please contact Nick Gonzales.
UPCOMING PIG SALES
It is that time to start looking for your swine project if you are planning on participating in the Brown County Youth Fair or any major stock show . If you need help finding a show pig please contact the Extension Office. Below is a list of upcoming pig sales in the area.
Shackelford County Youth Benefit Pig Sale #1
September 16, 2012
Sale at 1:00p.m.
Shackelford County Show Barn
Priddy FFA Pig Sale
September 23, 2012
Judge at 10:00a.m., Sale at 1:00p.m.
Priddy, Texas
Heart of Texas Show Pig Sale
September 29, 2012
Sale at 12:00p.m.
Brown County Youth Fair Barns
32nd Annual CTPPA Pig Sale
September 29, 2012
Sale at 7:00p.m.
Comanche County Livestock Center
Miles FFA Show Pig Sale #1
September 30, 2012
Sale at 2:00p.m.
Miles, Texas
Belton Invitational Pig Sale
October 7, 2012
Sift at 9:00a.m., Sale at 1:30 p.m.
Bell County Expo Center
Coleman County Pig Sale
October 7, 2012
Sale at 1:30p.m.
Santa Anna ISD Ag Barn
Wall Swine Breeders
October 16, 2012
Show at noon, Sale at 2:30p.m.
San Angelo Fair Grounds
STATE SWINE TAGS
It is that time again!! If you are a 4-H member and planning on showing swine at any Major Stock Show such as Ft. Worth, San Antonio, Austin, San Angelo, or Houston you will need to purchase state tags. If you are showing a CTBR Gilt at San Angelo you need to purchase a state tag for those gilts. The costs of the tags are $10 per animal. The deadline to order tags is September 20th. You can order state tags by contacting the Extension Office.
MAJOR LIVESTOCK SHOW CALF SCRAMBLE INFORMATION
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo January 18-February 9, 2013
Purchase certificate value of $500
Certificates used to purchase a breeding beef or dairy heifer
All applicants must be 14, 15, 16, or 17 years of age as of January 1, 2013 and not beyond their junior year of high school.
Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. After all the positions have been filled, the remaining applications will be kept on file and used on an as needed basis. Each County 4-H Program is limited to a maximum of six entries.
San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo February 7-24, 2013
Purchase certificate value of $800
Certificates used to purchase an animal in these Junior Breeding Departments Beef, Dairy, Swine, Sheep, or Goat
Must show the animal in the 2014 San Antonio Stock Show
Contestant must have reached their 12th, but not their 18th birthday on January 1, 2013 and not be enrolled beyond their junior year in high school.
Completed Entry Applications and Release and Indemnification Agreements must be returned to the Brown County Extension Office by September 14, 2012.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo February 25-March 17, 2013
Purchase certificate value of $1,500
Certificates used to purchase a breeding beef or dairy heifer or market steer
Must show the animal in the 2014 Houston Livestock Show
Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. After all the positions have been filled, the remaining applications will be kept on file and used on an as needed basis.
Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo March 8-23, 2013
Ultimate Scramble Championship, one day event, Date to be announced
Purchase certificate value of at least $1000 – $5,000
Certificates used to purchase market steer, market lamb, market goat, market barrow, breeding heifer, or breeding goat.
Must show the animal in the 2014 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo.
Entry fee is $25.
112 scramble spots are first come first serve
Opens October 1st and the County Extension Agent must enter the 4-Her
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo February 16, 17, 20, 2013
Limited to first 60 entries
20 students compete in 3 separate scrambles
Purchase certificates will be paid to top 10 contestants those three performances
FINALS: Top 12 Contestants come back!
Top 6 in Finals receive scholarships
Places 7-12 receive additional $250 purchase certificate.
Must be 13 years of age but no older than 19 by February 1, 2013
If you are interested in participating in San Antonio calf scramble please contact the Brown County Extension Agent, Nick Gonzales, as soon as possible. Deadline September 14th.
If you are planning on participating in any of the other calf scrambles please contact the Extension Office by September 21st!
TEXAS BEST SHOW SERIES BALLINGER, TEXAS
There is going to be a Texas Best Show Series Lamb Show on October 21, 2012 in Ballinger, Texas. It is 100% payback, no membership fee, and participants enter on site with no deadline or late fees. The cost to enter the show is $20.00 per head. Entries are due by 8:00a.m. on the morning of the show and the show begins as soon as classes can be broken. If you have any questions please contact Nick Gonzales.
FALL SPECTACULAR SHOW
The Fall Spectacular Livestock Show, in San Angelo, takes place annually on the 2nd weekend in November. This jackpot show will include cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. More than $25,000 in cash and prizes are awarded to competitors.
The Fall Spectacular Show will take place on November 10th & 11th at the San Angelo Stock Show Fairgrounds. The deadline to enter the show is October 27th. More information can be found on the San Angelo Stock Show website http://www.sanangelorodeo.com/. If you have questions please contact Nick Gonzales.
QUALITY COUNTS VERIFICATION
Texas has the largest number of 4-H and FFA livestock projects in the nation. Young people participate at the county, district, regional and state level. The tremendous support and dedication of livestock show officials help make this possible. With this opportunity comes a responsibility for each exhibitor to learn and demonstrate the highest standards, both in personal character and in the feeding and care of their animals. “Quality Counts” is designed to teach young people the importance of displaying good character in carrying out livestock projects, and in every aspect of their lives. “Quality Counts” helps them learn the importance of using proper livestock management practices so that food quality and safety are preserved.
*If you are planning on participating at any major livestock show you will need a Quality Counts Verification number. This number can be obtained by successfully passing the online exam. Quality Counts website can be found on the Brown County 4-H home page http://www.brown.agrilife.org. If you have taken it already then your number will still be valid. It will not be valid if you turned 14 years old before August 1st of this year; therefore, you will need to take the senior exam. If you have any questions or think you might have to take the exam again please contact Nick Gonzales.
HUNTER SAFETY CAMP
Ready. Aim. Fire. And get ready for the 2nd Annual District 7 Hunters Safety Camp! Where 4-Hers can learn about hunting safety, wildlife conservation, survival skills, shoot an assortment of weapons and receive their hunters safety license!
Who?: District 7 4-H members ages 12 and up. 4-Hers must be 12 at the time of camp to attend.
When?: October 19th – 21st, 2012
Where?: Game Warden Training Center in Star, Texas
Cost?: $60 per person (At time of registration)
How do I get involved? To register or volunteer as a chaperone, contact Extension Agent Nick Gonzales.
Deadline? 4:00 pm, September 28th
There are only 30 spots available so sign up now!!! Registration will be on a first come, first serve basis.
If you need more information or questions please contact Nick Gonzales at the Extension Office.
Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners’ Courts of Texas Cooperating.
