Wayne County 4-H Blog

4-H Family Featured in Microsoft Video - eXtension News

2010-07-21T07:38:00.000-04:00

4-H Family Featured in Microsoft Video - eXtension News
4-H Record Keeping - not an exercise in futility!

Late Blight Control in Your Organic Garden Webinar - eXtension

2010-07-14T10:09:00.000-04:00

Late Blight Control in Your Organic Garden Webinar - eXtension

Keep your livestock cool!

2010-07-14T10:05:00.000-04:00

"Farmers, livestock, crops suffered through sizzling weather"

Your Link to the Wayne County Fair!

2010-06-02T14:52:00.002-04:00

http://www.waynecountyfair.com

Fair Premium Books are available on-line this year! 4-H members, leaders & parents should refer to Department 10 for any 4-H specific rules & guidelines. (Click on the article title to go directly to the Wayne County Fair Premium Book Page)

4-H Class Entry forms will be distributed to Club leaders & available from the extension office on request. A 4-H entry does not automatically enter the exhibitor in any OPEN classes!

EXHIBITORS are responsible for reviewing and being familiar with Department 10 (4-H) rules & regulations as well as the Animal Health Regulations, Guidelines for Care of Animals, Showmanship Standards, Purebred Dairy Cattle Association Show Ring Ethics found in the fair premium book.

OPEN Class Entry forms & deadlines are different from 4-H & exhibitors should refer to the appropriate departments for specific information. These forms are available on-line from the Wayne County Fair's web site.

A limited number of premium books AND an adequate number of 4-H entry forms (they must be GREEN) will be distributed to clubs from the extension office.

Tech Spotlight: Mozilla Opens Plugin Checker to All Major Browsers — IT — Penn State College of Ag Sciences

2010-06-02T14:49:00.000-04:00

Tech Spotlight: Mozilla Opens Plugin Checker to All Major Browsers — IT — Penn State College of Ag Sciences

Quick & Easy way to check to see that you are up to date!
Wayne County 4-H has been moving toward the use of technology & the internet. When helpful tips come to our attention, we are happy to share them with you! We have also added a How To... page to our Google Site.

P.S. Thanks Vince!

June 2010 e-Tips Newsletter | My Horse University

2010-06-02T14:01:00.000-04:00

June 2010 e-Tips Newsletter | My Horse University

4-H Horse Project Information - Always worth the read!

Ethics In Youth Livestock Programs - eXtension

2010-05-19T14:10:00.000-04:00

Ethics In Youth Livestock Programs - eXtension

A MUST read (only takes a few minutes) for ALL members leaders & adults associated with the Wayne County 4-H Livestock, Dairy, Horse, Dog, Cat, Rabbit & Small Pet Projects!

Hog wild? Not this girl

2010-05-19T10:39:00.002-04:00

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Frugal Teen Buys House with 4-H Winnings

Horses Learning Lessons - eXtension

2010-05-19T09:50:00.000-04:00

Horses Learning Lessons - eXtension

A whole smorgasborg of Equine information for beginners & beyond!

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Equine Genetics: An Important Diagnostic Tool - eXtension Learning Lessons

2010-05-19T09:46:00.000-04:00

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Equine Genetics: An Important Diagnostic Tool - eXtension Learning Lessons

Good one, especially for 4-H Production Projects!

Temperature, Pulse and Respiration in a Horse - eXtension

2010-05-12T13:11:00.000-04:00

Temperature, Pulse and Respiration in a Horse - eXtension

Good to know no matter what kind of riding you do!

Forest Service, Partners, Go Live for Pollinators from The National Zoo Interactive Event on May 12 - eXtension News

2010-05-11T15:53:00.000-04:00

Forest Service, Partners, Go Live for Pollinators from The National Zoo Interactive Event on May 12 - eXtension News

4-H Bee Project Members - check this out!

Help Kids and Adults Stay Safe during Lawn Mowing Season - eXtension News

2010-05-10T09:06:00.000-04:00

Help Kids and Adults Stay Safe during Lawn Mowing Season - eXtension News

Just a friendly reminder!

Beef Quality Assurance Assures Beef Safety - eXtension News

2010-05-06T09:53:00.000-04:00

Beef Quality Assurance Assures Beef Safety - eXtension News

For our 4-H Beef Project members...

May 2010 | My Horse University

2010-05-06T09:32:00.000-04:00

May 2010 | My Horse University

A worthy subscription for 4-H Horse Project members, leaders & parents!

Tech Spotlight: Facebook's New Privacy Section — IT — Penn State College of Ag Sciences

2010-05-04T11:29:00.000-04:00

Tech Spotlight: Facebook's New Privacy Section — IT — Penn State College of Ag Sciences

Since FB is one of the ways the we keep in touch with our 4-H members & leaders, thought we should try to keep you up to date on privacy & security issues when we can...

PA State Equine Skillathon — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-05-03T09:19:00.000-04:00

PA State Equine Skillathon — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

GREAT place to show what you know!

Events at Ag Progress Days — Ag Progress Days — Penn State University

2010-05-03T09:17:00.000-04:00

Events at Ag Progress Days — Ag Progress Days — Penn State University

Save the Date!

Prepare Now to Protect Plants from Japanese Beetles - eXtension News

2010-05-03T09:07:00.000-04:00

Prepare Now to Protect Plants from Japanese Beetles - eXtension News
4-H Gardening Information!

Edible Landscaping Combines Best of Both Worlds - eXtension News

2010-04-29T09:04:00.000-04:00

Edible Landscaping Combines Best of Both Worlds - eXtension News

Interesting 4-H Gardening Project concept!

Horseback Riding Safety - eXtension

2010-04-28T12:51:00.000-04:00

Horseback Riding Safety - eXtension

4-H Horse Project members, leaders & parents should check this out!

Goat Instructional Videos - eXtension

2010-04-28T12:48:00.000-04:00

Goat Instructional Videos - eXtension

Some Great 4-H Goat Project Videos!

Free Webcast Can Help Polish Up Your Horse Show Parenting - eXtension News

2010-04-28T12:45:00.000-04:00

Free Webcast Can Help Polish Up Your Horse Show Parenting - eXtension News

A must-see for all Horse Show Adults!

Dairy Days Cow Camp — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-04-27T09:17:00.000-04:00

Dairy Days Cow Camp — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

Attention 4-H Dairy Project Members!
This is a Great opportunity!

Parenting Tips at the Horse Show | My Horse University

2010-04-25T08:52:00.000-04:00

Parenting Tips at the Horse Show | My Horse University

A must see for ALL Horsey Adults!

Growing Herbs in Containers - eXtension News

2010-04-23T08:23:00.000-04:00

Growing Herbs in Containers - eXtension News
For our 4-H Gardening Project members; specifically Herb Projects...

Other Competitive Events and Opportunities — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-04-21T09:31:00.000-04:00

Other Competitive Events and Opportunities — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

For our Equine enthusiasts!

PSU Beef Cow Camp — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-04-20T09:08:00.000-04:00

PSU Beef Cow Camp — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

Great opportunity for our 4-H Beef project members. Follow the link for an agenda and registration forms!

Goat Health - eXtension

2010-04-19T10:24:00.000-04:00

Goat Health - eXtension

If goats are your 4-H passion this year...

Goat Weaning Management - eXtension

2010-04-19T10:21:00.000-04:00

Goat Weaning Management - eXtension

More information for our 4-H Goat Project members...

Breeding Management - eXtension

2010-04-19T10:18:00.000-04:00

Breeding Management - eXtension

For our 4-H Goat Project members!

Vegetable Gardening is Trendy in 2010 - eXtension News

2010-04-05T09:37:00.000-04:00

Vegetable Gardening is Trendy in 2010 - eXtension News

4-H Gardening Tips!

Dance Language of the Honey Bee - eXtension

2010-04-05T09:33:00.000-04:00

Dance Language of the Honey Bee - eXtension
For our 4-H Beekkeepers!

How to Groom a Horse - eXtension

2010-04-05T09:30:00.000-04:00

How to Groom a Horse - eXtension
FYI! 4-H Horse Project Members.

Keep Cattle Dry This Wet Spring - eXtension News

2010-03-26T10:20:00.001-04:00

Keep Cattle Dry This Wet Spring - eXtension News

Attention 4-H Beef Project Members! This is worth a look!

Archived Dairy Cattle Webinars - eXtension

2010-03-18T13:07:00.000-04:00

Archived Dairy Cattle Webinars - eXtension

Good 4-H Dairy project info...

Archived Dairy Cattle Webinars - eXtension

2010-03-18T13:02:00.000-04:00

Archived Dairy Cattle Webinars - eXtension

Good 4-H Dairy project info...

Growing Healthy Tomatoes

2010-03-18T04:39:00.000-04:00

"Penn State expert offers tips on growing healthy tomatoes"

All Interest -

Effective Horse Training and Rider Development - eXtension

2010-03-17T14:25:00.000-04:00

Effective Horse Training and Rider Development - eXtension
Interesting viewing for 4-H members, leaders & parents!

Basic Conditioning of the Equine Athlete - eXtension

2010-03-16T15:16:00.000-04:00

Basic Conditioning of the Equine Athlete - eXtension

Time to get your 4-H Equine friends in shape!

Illustrations from Morphology of the Honey Bee Larva by J.A. Nelson - eXtension

2010-03-12T11:09:00.000-05:00

Illustrations from Morphology of the Honey Bee Larva by J.A. Nelson - eXtension

Anatomy of the Honey Bee - eXtension

2010-03-12T11:04:00.000-05:00

Anatomy of the Honey Bee - eXtension

Attention 4-H Beekkeepers & Entomologists!

Are Your Vaccines and Health Products for Beef Cattle Working? - eXtension News

2010-03-10T16:13:00.000-05:00

Are Your Vaccines and Health Products for Beef Cattle Working? - eXtension News

Attention 4-H Beef Project Members, Leaders & Parents!

Current Issue — Penn State Horse Newsletter, March/April 2010

2010-03-10T15:46:00.001-05:00

Current Issue — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University
Keeping all 4-H Horse Members, Leaders & Parents in the Know!

Lameness Webcast | My Horse University

2010-03-08T20:36:00.000-05:00

Lameness Webcast | My Horse University
Some good & timely information for our 4-H Horse Program members, leaders & parents!. Recordings are available. Check out what they have to offer!

Raise the Beef You Want by Buying the Genetics You Need - eXtension News

2010-03-02T10:54:00.000-05:00

Raise the Beef You Want by Buying the Genetics You Need - eXtension News
Some interesting 4-H Beef Breeding Info...

Scrapie - eXtension

2010-02-28T05:56:00.000-05:00

Scrapie - eXtension

4-H Sheep & Goat information...

It's Maple Syrup Making Time!

2010-02-24T12:50:00.000-05:00

"In Pennsylvania, it's time to make maple syrup"

FYI for all of you 4-H Maple Syrup Makers!

Goat Marketing - eXtension

2010-02-23T12:16:00.000-05:00

Goat Marketing - eXtension

FYI for 4-H Project members!

DAIReXNET Contents - eXtension

2010-02-19T09:21:00.000-05:00

DAIReXNET Contents - eXtension

Good 4-H Dairy Info!

Penn State Dairy Science Club Invitational Dairy Judging Contest 2010 — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-02-19T09:10:00.000-05:00

Penn State Dairy Science Club Invitational Dairy Judging Contest 2010 — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

Wayne County Dairy & Livestock Members will compete here on March 20.

Archived Beef Cattle Webinars - eXtension

2010-02-17T08:37:00.000-05:00

Archived Beef Cattle Webinars - eXtension

Some good 4-H project information!

4-H Advisory Committee Meeting - Date Changed AGAIN!

2010-02-10T13:13:00.001-05:00

The February 9 (and then 16th) 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd at the Park Street Office at 7:30PM.
Please connect to the Wayne County 4-H Google site (link to your right) and choose the WC E-DATA page for instructions about how to aquire your Friends of Penn State (FPS) electronic ID. We will have a short training and enrollment period at the end of our regular meeting. I will also be in the office by 7PM for those requiring computer access.

Free Feb. 15 Webcast Helps Horse Owners Learn About Respiratory Diseases - eXtension News

2010-02-10T13:09:00.000-05:00

Free Feb. 15 Webcast Helps Horse Owners Learn About Respiratory Diseases - eXtension News

Another good Horse Club meeting topic!

Bee Health Community Page - eXtension

2010-02-08T09:03:00.000-05:00

Bee Health Community Page - eXtension
Great resource for 4-H members taking the Bee project!

PA World Horse Expo to Feature Penn State University, New Bolton Center and the PA Equine Council — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-01-28T13:00:00.000-05:00

PA World Horse Expo to Feature Penn State University, New Bolton Center and the PA Equine Council — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

Sounds like a great line-up!

Cost Saving Tips for Equine Operations - eXtension

2010-01-27T13:12:00.000-05:00

Cost Saving Tips for Equine Operations - eXtension

Under the current economic climate, horse owners are feeling the cost burden of owning horses more than ever.

Goat: Extension Resources - eXtension

2010-01-26T12:42:00.000-05:00

Goat: Extension Resources - eXtension
Sheep & Goat Resources Galore!

E-Data Leader Trainings Continue

2010-01-21T11:06:00.002-05:00

More E-Data Leader Trainings Scheduled!
Tuesday, January 26 - is full

Next available dates:
Thursday, February 18 or
Wednesday, February 24
@ the Park Street Office @ 7PM - 9PM

RSVP Required - Limited Computer Accessibility!
(15 per session)

You will need to bring your
Friends of Penn State (FPS) ID and Password

Please go to the WC 4-H Edata Page and follow the directions.
(Click on the title above.)

Goat Instructional Videos - eXtension

2010-01-21T09:32:00.000-05:00

Goat Instructional Videos - eXtension
Some good info for 4-H Market Goat members...

Fire Safety - 30 seconds is all your horse has. — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-01-19T14:07:00.000-05:00

Fire Safety - 30 seconds is all your horse has. — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

PA State 4-H Horse Show Judges and Show Management School — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-01-13T13:30:00.000-05:00

PA State 4-H Horse Show Judges and Show Management School — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

Thanks for your clear instruction on these videos! Will you be doing one on a turn on the haunches? - eXtension

2010-01-06T08:43:00.000-05:00

Thanks for your clear instruction on these videos! Will you be doing one on a turn on the haunches? - eXtension

At what temperature should I blanket my horse? He has a good thick winter coat, but temperatures are dropping to 9°F tonight and 5 tomorrow night. He seems fine so far, and neither snow nor sleet is expected, but the windchill will be -3 tomorrow. At what temperature should the blanket come off in the warmer daytime? - eXtension

2010-01-06T08:38:00.000-05:00

At what temperature should I blanket my horse? He has a good thick winter coat, but temperatures are dropping to 9°F tonight and 5 tomorrow night. He seems fine so far, and neither snow nor sleet is expected, but the windchill will be -3 tomorrow. At what temperature should the blanket come off in the warmer daytime? - eXtension

Youth Invited to Participate in Junior Division at Farm Show — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

2010-01-06T08:33:00.000-05:00

Youth Invited to Participate in Junior Division at Farm Show — Dairy and Animal Science — Penn State University

What is a good way to clean bits? - eXtension

2010-01-06T08:30:00.000-05:00

What is a good way to clean bits? - eXtension

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Horse Adult Leader Training and Educational Resource - eXtension Learning Lessons

2009-12-31T08:45:00.000-05:00

eXtension does it again! Great resource for members & leaders! Great for winter horse club meetings or those snowy shut-in days! And it's FREE!

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Horse Adult Leader Training and Educational Resource - eXtension Learning Lessons

E-Data Enrollment Trainings Scheduled

2009-12-30T09:24:00.001-05:00

Penn State Cooperative Extension in Wayne County will begin the transition to a new online enrollment and information system which was developed in response to Extension volunteer, staff and 4-H member/leader requests. It provides online access to enrollment, activity registration, communication, record-keeping and much more.
The Wayne County extension office will provide the following trainings (in the Park Street office) to prepare board and committee members, extension volunteers and 4-H members, leaders and parents in the use of the E-Data system.

Thursday, January 7 @ 7:30PM for 4-H Teen Council Members
Wednesday, January 13 @ 7PM for Extension Board Members
Tuesday, January 19 @ 7PM for 4-H Volunteer Leaders/Club Officers
Tuesday, January 26 @ 7PM for 4-H Volunteer Leaders/Club Officers
Wednesday, February 3 @ 5:30PM for Master Gardeners
Tuesday, February 9 @ 7PM for 4-H Advisory Committee Members

Additional trainings will be provided in February for 4-H members and parents.

Space and computer access will be limited. RSVP by the Friday prior to the training is required, access will be available on a first come first served basis. Attendees are asked to apply for a Friends of Penn State (FPS) ID and password prior to attending the training. Please bring this information with you to the training.
Application for a FPS ID & password may be completed at https://fps.psu.edu/. Instructions for completion may be accessed through the Wayne County 4-H Google site at http://sites.google.com/site/waynecounty4h (click on the WC 4-H E-Data page).

Nutritional Concerns for Exercising Horses - eXtension

2009-12-21T11:27:00.001-05:00

Nutritional Concerns for Exercising Horses - eXtension

Interesting information for you Horse enthusiasts!

What is FARM-HAT?

2009-12-18T16:30:00.000-05:00

FARM-HAT!

http://www.agsafety.psu.edu/farmhat/

The Farm/Agriculture/Rural/Management – Hazard Analysis Tool (FARM-HAT) is a simple method of providing first-hand information about hazards; a process for evaluating hazards; and recommendations on correcting hazards. It can be used with farming, ranching, roadside farm markets, agritourism farms, and other similar operations. The evaluation system provides users with critical safety and health information using minimal text.

Horse Farms, Livestock bio-security, Dogs, and much, much, more!
Check it out today!

4-H Achievement Night

2009-11-06T13:08:00.001-05:00

Friday, November 13, 2009 at the Honesdale High School

6:30 PM     Meet & Greet
7:00PM      Award Ceremonies
8:00PM     Pizza, Shirts & Lots of socializing!

Please bring non-perishable items for the Wayne County Food Pantry and a dessert or picky food to share!

Teen Council Happenings

2009-11-06T13:00:00.002-05:00

November 19          6:30PM          Meet at Walmart to shop for Adopt a Family

December 5            7:30PM          4-H Teen Council Meeting @ Park Street Office

December 13          4:30PM          Teen Council will serve at Grace Episcopal Church for Lion's Club      Holiday Dinner

December 28          TBA               4-H Teen Council Holiday Activities

Water 'n Poo - A must see!

2009-10-15T10:33:00.005-04:00

From the lighter side...
Just click the title.

4-H is Going Digital!

2009-09-23T15:27:00.000-04:00

Just about anyone who has ever been involved in 4-H knows that being a 4-H member or leader can be a great learning experience and a lot of fun. Participating in the interesting things that 4-H has to offer can sometimes mean a lot of paperwork too. There are enrollment forms, project forms, medical forms, and forms for showing at the fair, just to name a few.

That’s about to change with the introduction of a new information management system that will allow 4-H members and leaders to go online to do many of the things they have traditionally done on paper.

In January, Cooperative Extension in 17 Pennsylvania counties began piloting a new Extension Data System, called e-data for short, which is designed to make enrolling, reporting, registering for activities, and other “paperwork” faster, easier, and more efficient. In June, a decision was made to make the e-data system available to all 67 Pennsylvania counties beginning with the 2010 Program Year.

Wayne County is beginning the transition to the e-data system. Extension staff members are scheduled to receive e-data training in coming weeks and Local 4-H members and leaders will get a chance to try out the new e-data system soon after.

By using e-data, those who want to join 4-H will be able to complete their enrollment applications online. Once they become members or leaders, they will be able to use the online e-data system to register for events or educational programs, record their activities, submit photographs, read newsletters, obtain 4-H information and more.

The system was developed in response to requests from 4-H leaders, members, and Extension Staff. It is designed not only to make recordkeeping easier and more efficient, but to cut down on operational costs such as paper and postage and to enhance communication.

The 4-H Program is the first of Penn State Cooperative Extension’s many programs to begin to utilize e-data. Other Cooperative Extension Programs, such as Master Gardener and Forest Steward are making the transition as well.

Trainings for Wayne County Volunteers, Members, Leaders, and Parents will be provided.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Wayne County 4-H

2009-09-23T14:46:00.000-04:00

4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills!

Wayne County 4-H is the youth development education program of Penn State Cooperative Extension in Wayne County. It is a non-formal education program for youth between the ages of 5 and 19.

Although 4-H had its beginnings in rural America, 4-H now reaches youth audiences and adult volunteers from urban areas and suburban communities, as well as from rural farm and non-farm settings.