This Week in Gillespie 4-H: July 3rd- July 9th

  

Monday - July 3rd, 2023

• Doss 4-H Meeting @ 6:30 P.M.

Tuesday - July 4th, 2023

• Independence Day- Office Closed

Wednesday - July 5th, 2023

• DEADLINE for D10 Record Books
• BB Gun Practice for Nationals @ 5:30 P.M.

Thursday - July 6th, 2023

• Texas 4-H State Dog Show
• D10 Record Book Judging

Friday - July 7th, 2023

• Texas 4-H State Dog Show
• D10 Record Book Judging

Saturday - July 8th, 2023

• Texas 4-H State Dog Show

Sunday - July 9th, 2023

• No Events Scheduled

• July 16th-21st- Y.A.L.L. Tour Experience
• July 27th- DEADLINE West TX Fair & Rodeo Entries
• August 4th- DEADLINE for Fair Boards
• August 18th- DEADLINE for State Fair Entries

 

Club Meetings

**** Meetings sometimes change after dates and locations  have been posted. Please 

always verify meetings with Club Managers****

New News

STEM Ambassadors

Mission

As STEM Ambassadors, our mission is to educate communities about science, technology, engineering, and math opportunities; both inside and outside of 4-H, while learning essential skills in STEM, communication, and teamwork.

Applicants will need to create a simple profile on "Submittable" to complete the application.   The application requires (among other details) several written narratives, a 2–3-minute personal video narrative, as well as two letters of recommendations.  Candidates are encouraged to begin work on the latter two as soon as possible.  

 Eligibility for New Members

• A Texas 4-H member entering the 9th – 12th grade (as of September 1, 2023).
• Complete and submit the application by July 31, 2023. 
• Have a willingness to learn about and promote STEM.
• Attend a mandatory virtual orientation along with his/her parents/guardians on August 29 at 7 PM.
• Attend the mandatory fall and spring in-person meetings (dates will be listed in the application).
• Be willing to work collaboratively on a team with other youth and adults.
• Be responsive and engaged in team communications.
• Share knowledge and skills with others.
• Not serving on the 2023-24 Texas 4-H Council.
• Applications will be reviewed in early August and applicants notified by the 25th.  

Promo Video

Application Link

The Outdoor Learning Center and TTU Center at Junction is excited to offer “Conservation Leaders: A Nature Adventure For Girls”! Girls from grades 5th to 12th can join us July 27th for an empowering day of outdoor naturalist activities, inspired by female scientists and conservationists! For more information, or to register your child, please contact Cheyenne Mack at cheyenne.mack@ttu.edu or (806) 834-6455

TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE CONTEST

Texas A&M Forest Service is hosting a Smokey Bear Poster Contest for youth in Texas to celebrate Smokey's 80th birthday!

They plan to use the winning designs in the 2024 calendar. There is a flyer for the contest and some additional information. Click below to find out more! Encourage your youth to participate in the contest!

Flyer

Information

Meat Judging Camp Registration is now available online!

A&M Meat Judging Clinic Registration

Please be aware that if your animal has a tattoo issue prior to the shows, that we must retattoo them 3 weeks prior to the show. We recommend setting a reminder on your phone or putting it on your calendar to check tattoos around Christmas time.

Save the date for the Guadalupe County Fair Food Challenge! A good first practice for the year! October 15 at 1pm

Save the date for the first Guadalupe County 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest at the Guadalupe County Fair on Saturday, October 14 at 8am. 

Livestock Corner

If you ever need help with your project please contact our office and set up an appointment with Brad or Emily. 

4-H Spotlight

Our weekly spotlight highlights all of those who attended C.O.R.E. Academy this last week! 4-H members from multiple counties, including Gillespie, got to tour facilities in Texas and experience firsthand what some of the job industry has to offer. They traveled to publishing companies, an architecture firm, Southwest Airlines maintenance facility & several other spots!

If you have someone you would like to nominate for 4-H  spotlight please email emily.grant@ag.tamu.edu

STAY CONNECTED WITH GILLESPIE COUNTY 4-H

There are ALOT of opportunities available for 4-H youth on a county, district, and state level and through external organizations. We do our best to keep you updated with these opportunities through the following methods! If you have any questions please let us know.

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