Weber County 4-H Newsletter
May 2023
Summer is fast approaching! 4-H has so many wonderful opportunities for youth to take advantage of doing. Here in Weber County we have 4-H Aggie Adventure Camps and Workshops that you can signup to experience.
At the State level there is Junior Youth Conference in Logan June 12-14, for 5th and 6th graders to learn and have fun together. Participants will improve their self-esteem, strengthen their involvement and interest in 4-H and their sense of belonging.
Teen Summit – is the premiere youth leadership training conference for youth in grades 8-12, July 10-12 at USU Campus. This event will provide experiences that will build personal and teamwork skills that will enable teens to do more. This is a fun interactive experience that will expand opportunities and develop interpersonal skills to promote success.
There is also the 4-H State Classic in Spanish Fork June 27-29. There are so many different workshops and contests going on that there is something for everyone to do.
See ZSuite for more detailed information on the state events.
Have fun and enjoy life! See you next month!
David Widdision
Weber County 4-H Program Coordinator
4-H Volunteer Leader Appreciation Night
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.
**Ankylosaurus will not be meeting over Spring Break on April 4th, they will meet again on April 18th.
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/
Aggie Camp and Summer Workshops
Shooting Sports
Teen Council
*Save the Date for July 14th for a 4-H Summer BBQ/Dance* More info to come.
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 FCS Demonstration Contents will be held on May 10th at 6:30pm at the 4-H office. Register on ZSuite and come join the fun! Open to ALL Weber County 4-H members.
Fashion Review
Congrats to the contestest who particiapted in the 2023 Fashion Review! 
Cooking Challenge
Here are the recipies from the Cooking Challege held on April 15th. 2023 Weber County 4-H Contest Recipies
Check out the upcoming 2023 FCS Contests. Call the 4-H office at 801-399-8202 with any questions.
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.
Horse Speed Clinic - May 27th - Sign up on ZSuite
Spring Break Horse Clincs
Spring Break Horse Clinics were very successful! Thanks to all those who participated.
Horse Show Dates 2023
Horse Show Dates:
- June 3 – Saturday, West Haven area, hosted by Ghost Riders
- June 17 – Saturday, Hooper arena, hosted by Hoofprints
- June 29 – Thursday at 5pm, Golden Spike arena, hosted by Maverix
- July 8 – Saturday, Hooper arena, hosted by Purple Sage
- July 26 – Wednesday at 5pm, Hooper arena, hosted by Guns and Roses
- Alternate Date: August 19 – Saturday
Horse Tests will be administered online this year. Tests will open when show registration closes and be available for 3 days. Youth are welcome to come into the 4-H office and take the tests online, please call or email ahead to schedule. We are looking forward to a great horse show season!
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).
Weber Jr. Livestock Tagging Dates
Exhibitors must register with 4-H before tagging their animals. Please log onto ZSuite and register today!
Exhibitors must register with Fair Entry (www.fairentry.com) to register with Jr. Livestock. Plesae refer to https://weberjrlivestock.org/ for the Premuim Book and Superintent contact information.
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 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 March livestock tests:
| Junior | Intermediate | Senior | |
| Beef | Montana Fuller | Hosanna Hirokawa, Shae Casperson, Bridger Fuller (tie) | Mattie Fuller |
| Goat | Montana Fuller | Kayla Keisel | Rylee Keisel |
| Sheep | Montana Fuller | Ashley Lamb | Chance Bass |
| Swine | Kaylee Casperson | Kayla Keisel, Ashley Lamb (tie) | Rylee Keisel |
May Test Schedule:
Beef: Chapter 11 and 12
Goat: Chapters 10 and 11
Sheep: Chapters 11 and 12
Swine: Chapters 21, 22, and 23
STEM
Check out Weber 4-H STEM at the library
Earth Day Birthday
Helping at Earth Day Birthday at the Odgen Bontancial Gardens on April 29th
Bright Ideas Contest
Congratulations to Justin Westergard and Rachel Bee for competing in the 4-H Bright Ideas Contest and each winning $1,000 to put towards their business.
Justin owns Westergard Family Farm Alpacas and Rachel owns Buzzin Bees Blades. 
4-H Upcoming Events
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
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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