Weber County 4-H Newsletter
August 2023
Weber County Fair is upon us! We have had a Summer filled with clinics and contests and competitions. Sometimes we can get so focused on our project areas that we forget why we have project areas. 4-H is about positive youth development. The 4-H program is designed to be a productive and constructive tool to strengthen positive outcomes for young people and their families. We do this in part by fostering positive relationships with adults and youth leaders. Project areas are used as a way to engage youth and adults together in a common interest where both can learn and grow in a quality program and have a variety of opportunities to experience the world around them in new and exciting ways.
Over the last four years our program has grown stronger as we have increased in both quality and quantity. We would like this trend to continue and we need more adult volunteers to make this happen. A few hours a month can have a huge impact. If you would like to be an adult 4-H volunteer of a new club or youth leadership program we could use you. This is a great way to make a positive difference in your community. Contact David or Sharon at the 4-H office for more details. 801-399-8202.
September 1st Begins the new 4-H Year
2022-2023 has been a wonderful 4-H year. Many new friends have been made and 4-H has been growing in Weber County! We have over 775 youth enrolled and over 85 registered volunteers. Thank you to everyone for their hard work and dedication.
The 2023-2024 4-H year will being on September 1st. Sign up on ZSuite so you can be sure you don't miss any exciting 4-H events or news. 
Teen Council
Thank you to all those who attened the 4-H Summer BBQ/Dance!
4-H Teen Council is a leadership group for youth in 9th -12th grades. Members plan 4-H activities, gain leadership skills, and have fun. No prior 4-H involvement necessary, just an interest in improving your leadership abilities. If you are interested in becoming a Teen Council leader, call the 4-H office at 801-399-8202 for more information.
Youth Leadership
Interested in becoming a youth leader next 4-H year? You can apply to become a Teen Council or Project Ambassador. Open to youth in grades 9-12.
Livestock youth in grades 6-8 can apply to be a Jr. Livestock Ambassador. Applications are due August 12th.
Shooting Sports
Saturday, July 29th at the Weber County Sports Shooting Complex was the first annual Summer Shoot Off.
Club members compete in a 40 yard (3) three position match. Parents competed against Club members and Club members against Club members in a Shooting Tree competition, shooting Silhouettes, and Softball Shoot events for fun and prizes. Here are the results of the 40 yard (3) three position match:
1st Place - Zachary van Langenberg score 167 - 3X
2nd Place - Rosalinda Flores score 151
3rd Place - Jonathan Gonino score 126 - 2X
4th Place - Henry Hale score 117 - 2X
5th Place - Brenna Teuscher score 117
Join us for the Introduction to Range Safety and Shooting Sport Small Bore Rifle on September 7th
Aggie Camp and Summer Workshops
Indoor Fair Exhibits
We have over 400 4-H Indoor Fair Exhibits projects entered. We are so excited to see all your exhibits. Bring your entries to the Exhibit Hall on Monday, August 7th from 11am-5:30pm. Entry tags will be attached at this time and items placed for judging. All exhibits must be picked up from the Exhibit Hall on Monday, August 14th from 3:00pm-6:00pm.
Swing by the Exhibit Hall during the Fair to see all the wonderful projects!
4-H Horse News 
Congrats to Weber County at the Region Horse Show. Jr Team - 1st place, Inter Team - 2nd place, Sr Team - 3rd place
Horse Show Dates 2023
August 16 - Two-Handed and In-Handed Show
September 9 - Two-Handed and In-Handed Show and English Show
Click 2023 Weber County Horse Shows for information on this year's upcoming shows and online testing.
4-H Livestock News
August 3 - What to Expect at Fair Clinic
Weber County 4-H Livestock Exhibitors must participate in 2 approved educational events to qualify for the Weber County Fair.
These events must be official 4-H or FFA approved to receive credit. Each approved event will have a QR Code to scan.
If your club would like to hold an official event it must be approved through the 4-H office BEFORE the event.
Each exhibitor who attends a clinic will be entered into a drawing for a year end prize to be given at the exhibitor meeting (must be present to win).
Weber Jr. Livestock
Please refer to https://weberjrlivestock.org/ for the Premuim Book and Superindent contact information.
Livestock Council Meetings
All Livestock Club Leaders are encouraged to attend and all Livestock Club Members are welcome to attend.
Jr. Livestock Education Tests
Jr. Livestock Education Tests
From October through July, Weber County 4-H members in grades 3-12 can compete in the Livestock Education Tests. To participate, youth must be enrolled in 4-H (and enrollment fees paid). 4-H members can take the test online in ZSuite: https://4h.zsuite.org/. (Click on “Events” to find this month’s test).
Awards are given for each species in each division.Each month's tests are prepared for all four species: beef, sheep, swine, and goats.
Each month will focus on a different chapter or two of the handbooks.
Youth can select the test for the species they are studying. They do not have to be raising that species to participate in the test. You can compete in all 4 project areas.
The tests are a combination of true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank.
All the questions for the test come from the Ohio State University Resource manuals, which are available for purchase from the 4-H office. The cost per book is about $30 depending on the species.
This is an open book test with a time limit of 30 minutes to complete each test. Tests will close the last day of each month.
Congratulations to the following youth who excelled in the July livestock tests:
| Junior | Intermediate | Senior | |
| Beef | Montana Fuller | Brilee Skeem | Mattie Fuller |
| Goat | Montana Fuller | Kayla Keisel | Mattie Fuller |
| Sheep | Montana Fuller | Brilee Skeem | Brooke Lamb |
| Swine | Montana Fuller | Shae Casperson, Ashley Lamb, Kayla Keisel (tie) | Rylee Keisel |
Portfolio Clinic
Join us in person or virtually for the Portfolio Clinic on August 24th at 6:30pm https://usu-edu.zoom.us/j/81620043692?pwd=RkRQayt5MnRpandGQTFVUmRjMVhjdz09
Meeting ID: 816 2004 3692
Passcode: 4H4H4H
STEM
Check out Weber 4-H STEM at the library
Monthly STEM Challenges
Weber County is offering STEM month challenges to all Weber County youth. Check out our website at https://extension.usu.edu/weber/4h/stem and learn what the current monthly challange is. Once you have completed your challenge, bring it in to the 4-H office for a prize! 
Community Clubs
Check out some of the clubs you can register for starting September 1st. 
Marathon Kids
Looking for a fun and free way to keep your family active this summer? Our goal is for youth and their families across Utah to be active and gain confidence through completing the distance of a marathon, one mile at a time! Join USU Extension as we run, walk, and play our way to being healthy! All ages are welcome and to participate is FREE! 
Weber County Fair - August 9-12, 2023
Weber County Fair information: https://www.webercountyfair.org/Become a Volunteer
Are you interested in becoming a 4-H club leader? 4-H leaders support youth as they learn by doing by providing guidance and opportunities for meaningful leadership roles in their 4-H club and community.
What are the responsibilities of 4-H leaders?
Develop a caring relationship with members.Create a safe environment for 4-H members.
Provide opportunities for youth to build skills.
Create opportunities for youth to value and practice service to others.
Allow youth to make decisions and lead.
Create an inclusive environment.
Keep up-to-date and trained.
What qualifications/skills do 4-H leaders need?
Sincere interest in the safety and well-being of youth.Desire to facilitate and motivate youth while nurturing self-esteem, decision-making skills, responsibility, and leadership.
Successfully pass the volunteer training process.
Ability to organize information and materials and delegate responsibility.
Ability to work and communicate effectively both verbally and written.
Desire to motivate parents and other volunteers.
Interest in working in partnership with youth, other volunteers and professional staff in an educational setting.
Willingness to adopt the philosophy, policies, and procedures of your 4-H organization.
You don’t have to be an expert in a project topic to be a leader! By following the project resources, learning along with your members and involving others, there is no limit to the variety of 4-H clubs or projects you can run!
Check out the Weber County 4-H Calendar here: https://extension.usu.edu/weber/4h/ Weber County 4-H
1181 N Fairgrounds Drive, Ogden, UT 84404
(801) 399-8202
https://extension.usu.edu/weber/4h/
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