Weber County 4-H Newsletter
December 2023

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Dear 4-H Families,

Happy Holidays!

I love this time of year as we focus on giving thanks for what we have, look for ways to serve, help and give to others and for me, being reminded of the four focuses of Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love.  These qualities fit so perfectly with the 4-H Vision, “A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change.”

This past year I have seen countless times where this has happened.  Youth and adults working together making positive changes around them.  Leaders gently guiding and inspiring youth to push themselves outside of their comfort zones as they try new things or take the lead in a project or service opportunity.  My heart has been touched numerous times as I have seen Senior age members mentor younger members by giving them encouragement and praising them on what they are doing right.

As we close 2023 and make plans for 2024 I hope that we will be intentional in our actions as we work together to make positive changes in ourselves, our clubs, communities, country and world.  I hope that you know how much you are appreciated and valued in your support and dedication of 4-H.  You are making a difference.  Each of our small actions combined together becomes large and significant.

Enjoy your holiday season and have a very happy and blessed new year!

Sincerely,

David Widdison

David Widdison
Weber County 4-H Program Coordinator

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The next Livestock Council meeting will be on January 4th at 6:00pm at the 4-H office.
All Livestock Club Leaders are encouraged to attend or send a parent on behalf of their club, and all Livestock Club Members are welcome to attend. 

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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 the current months 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 November 2023 livestock tests:

	Junior	Intermediate	Senior
Beef	Hesston Hansen, Montana Fuller, Annica Fuller (tie)	Hosanna Hirokawa, Brilee Skeem (tie)	Mattie Fuller, Liah Hirokawa (tie)
Goat	Hesston Hansen	Baylor Hansen, Hosanna Hirokawa (tie)	Liah Hirokawa
Sheep	Hesston Hansen, Mark Henderson, Montana Fuller, Grayson Skeem (tie)	Brilee Skeem	Garrison Selman
Swine	Montana Fuller	Shae Casperson, Baylor Hansen (tie)	Mattie Fuller

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How to Manage Your Mind 

Come explore how your mind works and learn tips and tricks to increase your confidence, self-image, and better reach your goals. Whether you’re playing a sport, performing music, giving a presentation, or facing every-day challenges, this workshop will help you live your best life.

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Clover by 4-H on Netflix 

Unlock Your Inner Spy - Explore the new activity Mission: #Gamecloverhttps://4-h.org/clover/about/ 

 

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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!

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Check out the Weber County 4-H Calendar here:https://extension.usu.edu/weber/4h/ 

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Weber County 4-H
1181 N Fairgrounds Drive, Ogden, UT  84404
(801) 399-8202
https://extension.usu.edu/weber/4h/

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