Weber County 4-H Newsletter
February 2023
February is a time to think about love. Love is such a fickle thing. In my life I have learned that it is important to love and accept myself. For if I love and accept myself then I am able to love and accept others. As we increase our love and acceptance a third area to incorporate is lack of judgment. Growing up I felt very judged by those around me, I then began to judge others as well. I am now trying to quit this practice and replace it with the idea that everyone is doing their best with what they have, and my job is to love and accept and leave judgment to a higher power. In 4-H we learn to serve and love others, and I hope that as leaders we are also teaching the youth to serve and love and accept themselves.
I recently came across this thought that I want to share with you.
“Stay positive. Forgive others. Invest in yourself. Trust your instincts. Lead with an open heart. Don’t let others ruin your day. Do things that bring you joy! Be of service to humanity. Find your soul tribe. Love yourself.” Lewis Howes
Have a great day and month!
David Widdision
Weber County 4-H Program Coordinator
County T-Shirts
Grades K-2nd
Cloverbuds is a great opportunity for youth in Kindergarten through 2nd grade to become involved in 4-H type activities. For only $10 youth can enroll in 4-H and participate in all Cloverbud activities.
The Ankylosaurus Cloverbuds meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 6:30pm-7:30pm at the USU Weber County Extension office, 1181 N. Fairgrounds Drive, Ogden.
The Nan-O-Bots Cloverbuds meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 3:30pm-4:30pm at the USU Weber County Extension office, 1181 N. Fairgrounds Drive, Ogden.
Please enroll in ZSuite: https://4h.zsuite.org/
Shooting Sports
Teen Council
All Weber County 4-Her's are invited to join us for an evening of skating at the Weber County Ice Sheets on Wednesday, February 15th from 7-9pm.
Donations of Chapstick, Gloves, and Handwarmers are being collected for the Ogden Homeless Community Center and Lantern House. 
4-H Teen Council is a leadership group for youth in 8th -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.
FCS News
The Favorite Foods Contests will be held on February 8th at 6:30pm at the 4-H office. Register on ZSuite and come join the fun!
Check out the upcoming 2023 FCS Contests. Call the 4-H office at 801-399-8202 with any questions.
Contest Rules can be found at https://extension.usu.edu/utah4h/events/state-contests/4h-classic/index
4-H Horse News 
Smart Ponies Club - Horse Study Nights:
Members of all ages, including those who don't have a horse, are invited to attend the Smart Ponies Club for horse study nights on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at the 4-H office (except for holidays). Gain knowledge & skills to help you excel in all aspects of the horse project. No RSVP required.
Upcoming Horse Events:
February 6 - Horse Public Speaking and Demonstration Clinic
February 27 - Hippology and Horse Bowl Clinic
March 11-12 - UPHC/Utah 4-H Horse Show (South Jordan)
March 13, 20, 27 - Horse Bowl Contests
March 14 - Horse Public Speaking and Demostration Contests
April 3, 17, 24 - Horse Hipplology Contests
April 4, 5, 6 - Spring Clinic
April 12 - Horse Public Speaking and Demostration Contests
Check out 4-H horse photos from the 2022 year: https://photos.app.goo.gl/BhPNFuN1fpSTzwN18
Horse and Livestock Contests
4-H Livestock News
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).
Livestock Donations
At the December Livestock council meeting, it was voted to have a $10 enrollment fee per 4-H livestock youth. Starting in 2023-2024 it will be required. For the current year we are asking all registered livestock members for a donation. This money will be used to help the livestock program for things like: belt buckles for test winners, clinic demonstrations, livestock shows, etc. Please log into ZSuite and register under events for your $10 donation. Thank you!Livestock Council Meetings
All Livestock Club leaders are encouraged to attend and all members of livestock 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 January livestock tests:
Swine: Junior - Montana Fuller and Aubree Casperson (tie) ; Intermediate - Caleb Hollingsworth and Ashley Lamb (tie); Senior - Brooke Lamb
Sheep: Junior - Lucas Hollingsworth; Intermediate - Calista Henderson; Senior - Brooke Lamb
Goat: Junior - Annica Fuller; Intermediate - Ashley Lamb; Senior - Mattie Fuller
Beef: Junior - Montana Fuller and Annica Fuller (tie); Intermediate - Bridger Fuller; Senior - Mattie Fuller
February Test Schedule:
Beef: Chapter 7
Sheep: Chapter 6
Swine: Chapters 14 and 15
Goat Chapters 7
STEM
Check out Weber 4-H STEM at the library
Don't forget to Re-enroll!
September 1st started the new 4-H year, which means it is time to re-enroll (members & leaders need to enroll EACH 4-H year). Log onto ZSuite to enroll: https://4h.zsuite.org/ Your enrollment status will remain "pending" until the enrollment fee has been paid. If you have questions about the online enrollment, please call the 4-H office at 801-399-8202.
It is best to complete your 4-H enrollment early in the 4-H year, this way you won't miss out on being informed of important dates, fun activities & workshops, contest dates, tagging dates, etc. Take a few minutes and complete your family's 4-H enrollment today!
Weber County Fair August 9-12, 2023
Enter your projects in the Weber County Fair. Indoor Exhibits registration deadline is July 28, 2023
T.R.Y. Team Training
Earth Day Birthday
Celebrate Earth Day with us and see the Ogden Bontanical Gardens in bloom!
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
webercounty4-H.org
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