Travis County 4-H -- Austin, Texas

Purple Up for Military Kids - April 13th

2012-04-11T10:05:00.001-07:00

Just a friendly reminder that PURPLE UP! For Military Kids is this Friday, April 13. We are so excited to see Texas illuminated in PURPLE!!! You can go to http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/military to upload all the great pictures from this fabulous day in support of our Military Youth. Operation: Military Kids appreciates all your support

Texas 4-H Volunteer Conference

2012-04-11T09:59:00.003-07:00

Conference Registration Now Open!

Registration for the 4-H Volunteer Conference is now open on 4-H CONNECT. Regular registration rates (which include Friday night steak dinner, Saturday lunch, refreshment breaks throughout the conference, a t-shirt and program materials) will be available through June 22nd.

Registration fee before June 22: $130

Registration fee after June 22: $150

The conference is scheduled for July 27-29 in San Antonio. The conference will officially kick-off on Friday evening with a dinner, keynote address and 4-H program update at the San Antonio Livestock Show Grounds. Saturday and Sunday will offer volunteers more than 40 educational workshops (at the Region 20 Education Service Center) that focus on various projects and opportunities.

Pre-Conference Workshop Offered!

New this year will be a pre-conference workshop offered on Friday, July 27th,

from 1:00 to 4:30 pm at the Region 20 Education Service Center.

The conference will highlight the basics of 4-H, facilitating club meetings, management tools through 4-H CONNECT, web resources and tools,

in addition to hearing from a panel of club managers.

Register now!

This pre-conference workshop is limited to the first 30 people that sign up!

Pre-conference registration fee: $20

Registration Scholarships

The Texas 4-H Foundation is, once again, sponsoring scholarships for volunteers to attend the conference. The scholarships are in the amount of $65, which will cover half of the conference registration fee ($130). The deadline has passed; however, if you would like to be considered an alternate for a registration scholarship, complete the online application.

A&M Vet Science Open House - Classes Available

2012-04-11T06:59:00.003-07:00

This coming Saturday, April 14th, is the annual Vet Science Open House at Texas A&M University, http://vetmed.tamu.edu/open-house. The Hill Country Austin 4-H Club of Travis County has worked with Texas A&M to set up four SPECIAL FREE classes this Friday night, April 13th from 6-10 p.m., in conjunction with the Open House. Most of our group will also be attending the Texas A&M Vet Science Open House on Saturday; however, that isn't a requirement to attend Friday's evening's classes and some will return to Austin on Friday evening. We set these classes up starting last semester and are excited that JUST YESTERDAY, Texas A&M contacted us to say that they have room for 60 and not just the 25 we originally requested. So, there is room for YOU! Contact Michelle Ward at MAWard@cvm.tamu.edu for details on location and parking and to let her know you'll be there on Friday evening.

The Friday classes will include:

6:00-6:50 Sheila Teague, Registered Veterinary Technician-Equine Reproduction

7:00-7:50 Katy Waddell, Registered Veterinary Technician-Small Animal Anesthesia

8:00-8:50 Virginia Johnson, Biologist-Breeds of Horses

9:00-9:50 Dr. Larry Johnson, Professor-Anatomy and Physiology

Also, we also have a couple of extra hotel rooms reserved at the Four Points by Sheraton in College Station for $119/night. If you aren't able to locate a room and wish to stay, let me know and we can coordinate the transfer of a room to you.Please contact Misty Ramirez (mramirez4620@yahoo.com

Check out Saturday's open house at http://vetmed.tamu.edu/open-house. Please contact Misty Ramirez (mramirez4620@yahoo.com) with Hill Country Austin 4-H or Michelle Ward (MAWard@cvm.tamu.edu) at Texas A&M if you are interested in learning more!

Creedmoor 4-H Vaccinaiton Clinic

2012-04-09T16:31:00.000-07:00

Creedmoor 4-H is hosting a Rabies Clinic, April 21, 2012 from 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. This will take place at the Town and Country Veterinary Hospital at 6300 FM 1327 Austin TX. Rabies shots are $ 10.00 each and there will be other shots available at discounted prices.

4-H AmeriCorps - Half Time Positions Available

2012-04-05T22:29:00.003-07:00

4-H CAPITAL AmeriCorps Project

HALF TIME

Who is 4-H CAPITAL?

4-H CAPITAL provides high-quality after-school character development programs that focus on science, engineering, and technology. 4-H CAPITAL is a program of Texas AgriLife Extension. We provide hands-on learning experiences that not only help youth become successful adults but also reduce risk-taking behaviors that inhibit success.

4-H CAPITAL’s Mission

To reduce the risk of school failure ad school drop out by increasing science and literacy skills while promoting healthy growth and development.

Position Description

Half Time AmeriCorps Members lead and assist with hands-on science activities in after school programs Monday – Thursday We serve both elementary and middle schools students, with the majority of the youth enrolled in our program in elementary school. 4-H CAPITAL teaches a wide range of curriculum, including, Junior Master Gardner, Animal Science, Environmental Science, Green Technology, and Robotics; all curricula follows the Texas State Educational standards. For a complete list of current and past curriculums check out our website www.4-hcapital.org and look at the Course Catalog tab. Additionally all 4-H CAPITAL instructors teach the six pillars of character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. Curriculum developed for after school programs is a combination of pre-determined lessons and lessons you create.

Half Time instructors lead teach two days a week and assist another instructor two days a week. Lead instructors are paired with an assistant instructor when possible. The lead instructor is the instructor responsible for the lesson plan design and implementation on that day. Instructors may be asked to teach at multiple school sites during the week.

On Fridays there is typically no after school programming, and time is used for staff meetings, planning and trainings.

Want more information?

Check out our website: www.4-hcapital.org

And our facebook page: www.facebook.com/4-hcapital

County Camp 2012

2012-04-05T11:22:00.000-07:00

Although it is early, it is time to start planning for next summer. A request has been submitted for Travis County to attend County Camp in Brownwood, July 9-11, 2011. An adult volunteer leader will need to serve as a chaperone this year.

What is County Camp? County Camp allows counties to send youth who have completed grades 2-11 to
camp at the 4-H Conference Center at one time. Whereas Prime Time is age specific, County Camp is for all
ages. County groups are housed together in the dorms by gender. Activities include, crafts, swimming, dances, archery, games and more.
Who May Attend County Camp participants are defined as a youth who have completed 2nd through 11th
grade. 4-H membership is not a requirement to participate in County Camp. Counties are responsible for
providing adequate number of Adult Chaperones.

Cost for camp this year will be $175 per youth and $80 for adults.

4-H Recordbook Workshop

2012-04-05T10:30:00.001-07:00

Monday, April 9, 2012
Travis County Extension Office
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

There is a new 4-H Recordbook System. If youth plan to submit a recordbook in June, join us for the workshop. Feel free to bring a laptop and any record keeping systems currently being used.

Cedar Park Rodeo - 4-H Fundraiser and Discounted Tickets

2012-03-30T21:20:00.000-07:00

Travis County 4-H families and friends have the opportunity to take advantage of discounted tickets to attend the Cedar Park Rodeo - June 22-24, 2012. For each ticket purchased with the flyer located here, $2.00 will be donated back to Travis County 4-H. Please pass this information to your friends and family.

Farm Bureau Leadership Conference

2012-03-28T21:53:00.000-07:00

Attention Current Sophomores and Juniors!!!! If you are interested in the opportunity below, please email Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu. There is an application and selection process. The event takes place June
18-22 at Tarleton State University

Since 1963, more than 13,000 high school juniors and seniors have attended the annual Texas Farm Bureau Youth Leadership Conference (formerly known as the Citizenship Seminar) each summer.

The purpose of the training school is to give selected high school students in Texas a better understanding of the various forms of government and their responsibilities as citizens. Comparisons of the different kinds of economic systems are outlined. Students are selected by county Farm Bureaus with the cooperation of local school officials. Transportation, rooms, meals and a small tuition fee are financed by the sponsoring county Farm Bureaus, sometimes with cooperation of local service clubs.

The conference runs three full days and includes lectures, discussions, and films by outstanding authorities in government, history, and economics. Recreation is also provided.
Students are encouraged to meet with school and civic groups upon their return home to share the information and knowledge they have received.

Students may also participate in the Free Enterprise Speech Contest, in which scholarships are awarded.

State Youth Water Camp

2012-03-28T21:42:00.002-07:00

The 2012 State Youth Water Camp will be July 8-12, 2012, at the Bentley 4-H Center in Monahans, TX. The Camp is open to high-school youth who are interested in water conservation and water issues, and who are willing to work in teams. Adult project leaders may also apply, but must pass a background check before participating.

State Youth Water Camp is a five day educational camp planned to teach high school youth the importance of water stewardship, train them in water conservation and preservation, and illustrate how our water resources are being used by industry, agriculture and municipalities. We accomplish this through hands-on experiences, guest speakers, and field trips. The Camp is co-sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Upper Pecos Soil & Water Conservation District.

Applications and information are available at: http://ward.agrilife.org/ or from any AgriLife Extension office. Applications must be received in the AgriLife Extension office in Ward County by May 18, 2012. Participants will be informed of their acceptance by May 31, 2012. Registration is $150.00, due in the AgriLife Extension office in Ward County by June 8, 2012. Soil and water conservation districts, ground water conservation districts and youth organizations are sources of scholarships. Water Camp is open to all Texas youth, but space is limited so we encourage early registration.

For more information, call the AgriLife Extension office in Ward County at 432-943-4112/2682.

State Wide 4-H Photogrpahy Workshop

2012-03-27T22:22:00.002-07:00

June 21 and 22, 2012

June 21st: 8:45am- 4:00pm (Check in: 8:00-8:45am)

June 22nd: 8:30am- 12:00pm (Check in: 8:00-8:30am)

$20 for youth and adults

Entry Deadline: June 4, 2012

Join us for the 2012 4-H Statewide Photography Workshop!

Learn new and basic photography techniques at the Statewide Photography Workshop! The first day will be filled with photography sessions such as the evolution of cameras, still life photography, editing your photos with Photoshop and much more! The second day will be a field trip to the antique tractor fairgrounds where we will take pictures of tractors, old buildings, people in costume, and horses.

Schedule and speakers to be posted soon:

http://agrilife.org/bell4h/projects/photographyproject/statewide-4-h-photography-workshop/

Items In Need Of A New Home

2012-03-19T21:15:00.000-07:00

Below is a list of items in the office that are in need of a new home. If you are interested in any of the items, please contact John - 854-9600

INVENTORY

SEWING AND NEEDLE WORK

3 Sewing Machines – Brother model RFB LS2125

2 Bins of fabric and remnants – ribbons, fleece, some felt and threads

3 Bins of sewing accessories – measuring tapes, pins, rulers, scissors, elastic, and etc

1 box crochet equipment and patterns

5 Looms

1 bag batting (old)

4 Sewing cardboard cutting boards

SPORTING EQUIPMENT

3 Rafts – Sevylor Tahiti K79 Inflatable Raft retail value $95.26

4 oars

2 Kids Life Preserver – no brand

3 inflatable kiddie pools – no brand

6 Tennis Racquets/ 1 Squash Racquet/ 1 backgammon racquet

1 box shuttle cocks

1 set of tent pegs

1 box of children’s helmet – no brand –old

RANDOM

5 Austin Guitars Model #AUPPI – with carrying case

1 Lionel train set – ‘Rail Blazer’ (unknown if it works)

1 bag Stuffed Animals and random clothes (ties)

1 box costume hats

1 bin - Candle Making kit

1 Dream Catcher craft kit

1 Kite

2 Easter baskets

2 Drawstring backpacks

Nutrition Science Academy

2012-03-19T20:41:00.000-07:00

Youth ages 13-17 who are interested in exploring nutrition science will participate in hands-on activities in university classrooms and labs. See the attached promotional flyer for more details.

Click here to see flyer for more information:

2013 Steer Validation Tag Order

2012-03-18T14:47:00.000-07:00

The 2013 Steer Tag order form has been posted to the Travis 4-H Website. Forms and money are due to my office by April 12th.

Texas 4-H Standard Newsletter

2012-03-08T19:30:00.000-08:00

Click here to read the March addition of the Texas 4-H Standard Newsletter

TCYS -Rule Change Additions/Corrections

2012-03-07T07:16:00.000-08:00

TCYS is taking rule additions/corrections for the 2013 show. If you would like to submit a suggestion, please go to the Travis County Youth Show Website and on the home page, at the bottom is the form that is to be used for all submissions. Complete the form and send it to the individual as indicated on the top of the form.

TCYS Website

Texas 4-H Calf Roping and Break-A-Way School

2012-03-06T21:50:00.000-08:00

On June 17-21, 2012, the Statewide Texas 4-H Calf Roping and Break-A-Way School will be held in Stephenville, Texas. The school will be held at the Tarleton State University Equine Arena. This event has been developed in order to encourage young people in 4-H to develop leadership ability and to exercise their abilities in working with younger members in roping activities in 4-H. Participation is open to all districts of the state, with applications being accepted on a first-come, first- serve basis with first priority to those boys and girls who are 12 years of age and older.

The cost of the school will be $380.00 for the week. There is a limited number of indoor stalls. Therefore, a maximum of one horse per applicant.

This will include group insurance, meals, lodging, stall rent for one horse and will cover the cost of practice calves used in the teaching process. Most meals will be taken in the Tarleton State University Dining Hall. All students will be housed in the Tarleton State University Dormitories. Students will not be allowed to stay elsewhere.

It is necessary for adult chaperons, either in the form of Adult Leaders or County Extension Agents, during the school. Each county which sends participants should encourage one or more agents or leaders to attend. We will need at least one female adult leader to serve as chaperon for the girls. Cost for an adult leader chaperon is $175.00 each to attend. If chaperon is bringing a horse, add a $25.00 stall fee. Expenses continue to increase. The intent of the Texas 4-H Calf Roping School is not to make a profit. However, we must be able to cover our financial obligations.

HORSE RULE - All horses brought to the roping school must have had a Negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test within the past 12 months. An accredited veterinarian can take care of the testing procedures and provide you with a VS 10-11, EIA test form. You must send in a copy of the VS 10-11 form for every horse you intend to bring to the school. Copies must be mailed in with your roping school application.

Participant applications can be found at www.travis4h.com

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This year all of the money (deposit and balance) must be sent to The Texas 4-H Foundation. The balance needs to be at the Foundation no later than JUNE 1, 2012.

A separate sheet attached to the entry form will allow you to fill out names and return with your deposit to the address shown on the form to the Texas 4-H Foundation. Print off a second copy of this sheet to send with your balance.

Aggieland Lamb and Goat Camp

2012-03-05T12:48:00.001-08:00

Lamb Camp - Friday, July 20, 2012 at 11a.m. - Sunday, July 22, 2012 at 3 p.m.

Goat Camp - Friday, July 27, 2012 at 11 a.m. - Sunday, July 29, 2012 at 3 p.m.

Cost: Campers: $150 - Adult/Sponsor: $60

Who: Anyone ages eight years-old and older

Registration: Will be open March 21, 2012 by 12p.m.

Each registered camper is required to have at least one registered adult. Each adult/sponsor that will be attending camp is REQUIRED to complete the registration process. Each registered camper is required to bring their own animal. This will allow their full participation in showmanship activities. Facilities for your animals and trailers will be provided at Louis Pearce Pavilion. Age and sex of the animal does not matter.

Refunds will only be given with notice 2 weeks prior to the date of camp.

Youth and adults - Click here to register online for Lamb Camp and Goat Camp.

Click here for more information

D-10 Leadership Lab

2012-03-04T22:01:00.000-08:00

Leadership Lab is an overnight camping experience for youth ages 13-18. The focus of the event is to provide 4-H members the opportunity to learn valuable leadership and life skills by participating in a variety of educational activities, team-building exercises and learning sessions.
Registration via 4-H Connect - May 15-31, 2012

Additional information about this event may be found at: D-10 Leader Lab Information

Texas 4-H Congress

2012-03-04T21:47:00.000-08:00

Texas 4-H Congress is the premiere citizenship and leadership experience for Texas 4-H members between the ages of 15 and 18. Held on the even numbers years in the Texas State Capitol, Texas 4-H Congress allows 4-H members to experience the law making process first hand by writing, submitting, and then serving as a member of the House of Representatives, the Senate, the Press, or as a Lobbyist. From these roles, the 4-H members determine the fate of each bill submitted over the four day event.

Travis County is allotted two (2) slots. Interested youth must complete the application found on the travis4h.com website (click here) and submit the application to the extension office by the April 27th deadline.

National 4-H Council - Revolution of Responsibility

2012-03-01T21:06:00.001-08:00

National 4-H Council has developed a Join the Revolution of Responsibility Video Contest for you to promote the great stories of community impact in your area. The contest launches tomorrow and the grand prize is $5,000 for the winner’s County 4-H Program.

Please read this detailed fact sheet for more information and an easy way for you to promote this to your peers! Preview the contest Facebook application here. Submission and voting will open Thursday, March 1st.

Summer Camp Opportunities

2012-03-01T19:49:00.000-08:00

The Texas 4-H Conference Center offers a variety of camping opportunities during the summer. Check out the center's website to learn more about the following camps:
Horizons
Prime Time
Camp Corral
County Camp
Mission Possible

Texas 4-H Conference Website

2012 4-H Congress

2012-03-01T19:26:00.000-08:00

The 2012 National 4-H Congress will be Thursday, November 22 through Tuesday, November 27 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Georgia. National 4-H Congress is the flagship event of the National 4-H program. Each year a National Design Team of Extension educators, 4-H youth, and 4-H adult volunteers analyze current youth issues and determine the most effective ways to address them. The program combines a variety of fun and exciting educational, recreational and networking opportunities. The program combines plenary sessions, seminars, discussion groups, and a service learning experience. The nation’s most outstanding community leaders, speakers, and educators present the most current and timely information available.

For more information please check out the following website. http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/youth_national_congress Registration is open from February 13, 2012 to April 16, 2012 on 4-H Connect.

Range Workshop

2012-03-01T19:13:00.000-08:00

The 58th Annual Youth Range Workshop will be held on June 24-29, 2012, at the Texas Tech University Center at Junction. This opportunity is for 4-H youth ages 14-17. Check out the promotional flyer and application here.

2012 MASH Camp

2012-03-01T13:38:00.000-08:00

Registration for MASH Camp is now open on 4-H CONNECT! MASH Camp is a hands-on learning experience that allows youth to learn about the medical, athletic training, safety and health fields. During the three-day, two-night camp, youth will participate in activities with the Texas A&M Athletic Department, Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Science Center, in addition to TEEX Disaster City, to explore higher education and discover career opportunities.

The camp will be held on campus of Texas A&M Universitiy in College Station from June 27th thru June 29th. It is open to youth entering grades 7 thru 11 and those who just completed the 11th grade in the 2011-2012 school year (ages 13 – 17). 4-H membership is nota requirement to participate in this camp! The registration fee is $250.00. Registration will remain open until May 18th or until the camp fills up, whichever comes first. Click here for the Promotional Flyer