Adair County News
Career Adventure Trips (Posted on 5/8/2008)
Exploring career options is one important component of the career development process. Area students used their spring break to master new skills and explore options in the field of natural resources during the Springbrook Overnight Adventure. A group of students also traveled to ISU to visit the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Career adventures for middle school students are a joint effort between ISU Extension-Adair County and Nodaway Valley AmeriCorps State of Promise Initiative. Special funding is provided with a grant from the Creston Cluster Decat project. 
Poultry Workshop Scheduled (Posted on 5/7/2008)
Poultry nutrition and health will be the theme for a special workshop open to all 4-H and FFA members set for Saturday, May 17th from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. at the old 4-H building on the Adair County Fairgrounds in Greenfield. Youth are encouraged to bring their questions and their favorite chicken or waterfowl to the workshop. Adair County 4-H Newsletters (Posted on 5/5/2008)
Click here to view the last twelve issues of the Adair County 4-H Newsletter prepared monthly to keep you up-to-date on Adair County 4-H. 
Hay Market News (Posted on 5/2/2008)
Check out Mid - to - Late April 2008 hay prices. These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent past weeks. Most price information is obtained from USDA Hay Market News. Personal contacts of local Iowa hay auctions secured price information for these market outlets. 
Healthy Meals in a Hurry (Posted on 5/1/2008)
Time? --- Money? --- Nutrition?
What influences your mealtime decisions?
Learn about a program or publication that could have answers for you. 
Spring Into Nature at Springbrook (Posted on 4/22/2008)
How often do you go on night hikes or go owl calling? Have you ever tried your skill at archery or canoeing? You can participate in these activities and more when you attend Spring Into Nature at Springbrook June 30th - July 1st. The trip is being organized by the Southwest Iowa Area 4-H Youth Council and is open to 7th and 8th grade youth. 
Time to Register for State 4-H Conference (Posted on 4/16/2008)
The Iowa State 4-H Council invites youth 8th - 12th grade to "Ignite the Flame". State 4-H Conference is set for June 24 - 26 in Ames. These three days will be packed with new friends and many activities. Katrina Schulteis and Kelsie Cass, both students at Nodaway Valley High School, are part of the State 4-H Conference planning team. 
Great Beginnings for Families (Posted on 4/16/2008)
Parenting is no doubt the most important job many of us ever will have. Parents of infants and toddlers are urged to invest just 5 hours to learn new skills and meet other parents through the Great Beginnings for Families program. Great Beginnings is coming to Greenfield again with sessions set for Tuesdays May 6, 13, 20, 27, and Monday June 2nd from 9:00-10:30 a.m. at the Family Rewards Building located on the square. Complimentary breakfast and child care will be available. For more information or to sign up call the Adair County Extension office at 743-8412 or 1-800-ISUE399. 
Adair County Swine Exhibitors Tag Pigs (Posted on 4/14/2008)
Adair County 4-H and FFA members identified 228 head of swine to be exhibited at the county fair in July. Livestock ID sheets for bucket/bottle calf, breeding heifer, cow-calf, feeder calf, horse, dog, dairy, dairy goat, meat goat breeding doe, and breeding sheep are due to the Extension office by May 15th in order to be eligible for the fair. 
Dog Project Workshop Scheduled for Adair County (Posted on 4/9/2008)
Dog project members will want to attend the special Dog Project Workshop scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 1 - 3:30 p.m. at the Adair County Fairgrounds. Jenny Vincent, dog judge and trainer, will be leading the workshop. 
Time for a Fruit & Vegetable Check Up? (Posted on 4/3/2008)
Spring is here and it's time to start thinking about planting a garden and all the wonderful fresh produce that will be available. But before then, are you eating enough fruits and vegetables? 
Adair County 4-H'ers Shine at Southwest Area Awards (Posted on 4/3/2008)
Seven Adair County 4-Her's earned spots on state leadership teams or advanced to state level competition as a result of area competition. The annual competition doesn't only provide an avenue for recognizing high achieving youth, but also encourages youth to develop both oral and written communication skills. Each participant must prepare a written documentation of their achievements and interview with a three-member panel. For more information about how 4-H grows youth leaders, contact the Adair County Extension Office. 
Put Some "Fun" in Your Relationship (Posted on 3/27/2008)
When was the last time you did something together with your spouse or partner that was fun? With a little effort and planning, couples can put some fun into their relationship, says Donna Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension. Kelly Laughery Memorial 4-H Community Service Scholarships (Posted on 3/20/2008)
Kelly Laughery was a member of the Adair County 4-H Youth Council from 2000-2001 to 2003-2004. In her short life she reached out and served the Adair County community in many ways from spearheading a cemetery restoration project to working at literally hundreds of day camps. The Adair County 4-H Community Service Scholarship has been renamed in her honor. 
SWIA Jr. Camp (Posted on 3/3/2008)
Join the fun at SWIA 4-H Jr. Camp June 15 - 18. May 23 is registration deadline, but there are spots for only 100 campers, so get your registration in early. Apply to be a Camp Counselor (16 years and older). Applications due March 24th. 
Skies Still Can Be "Friendly" If You Plan Ahead for Air Travel (Posted on 1/7/2008)
"Airline travel is more complicated than it used to be," says Donna Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension. But traveling by air can be a good experience if you take time to plan ahead and prepare for those little unexpected delays. 
"Time Out" for Kids (Posted on 12/5/2007)
Football teams aren't the only ones who can benefit from a "time out," says Donna Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension. Many parents use time outs to discipline their children. Time out can be a good way for both parents and children to cool off and prevent further misbehavior. Used properly, time out can be a learning opportunity, and that's the true meaning of discipline. Fight Hunger in Adair County (Posted on 11/19/2007)
Poverty is a reality for more than 1 in 10 Adair County residents. The Horizons project seeks to make sure people living in poverty have their basic needs met and to reduce the poverty level. The Food for Everyone Committee identifies several ways for community members to get involved. 
Statewide 4-H Recognition (Posted on 11/12/2007)
Adair County 4-H was well represented at the statewide 4-H Recognition Event. Elizabeth Baudler, Natalie Bohling, Kelsie Cass, Rachel Herr, Velista Martin, and Katrina Schulteis all advanced to the state level from SW Iowa 4-H awards competition. 
Wind Energy Production: Legal Issues and Related Concerns for Landowners (Posted on 10/11/2007)
Wind farming presents numerous legal issues that landowners must consider carefully before entering into an agreement with a wind development company. Read information presented by Roger A. McEowen, Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation, Iowa State University, on wind energy production. 
Help Your Children Succeed At Learning (Posted on 9/26/2007)
Parents can make a big difference in the attitudes their children have about school and learning. You can model to them that learning is an ongoing and enjoyable experience. Donna Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life specialist, says one place to start is by making the home an interesting and fun learning place. 
Support Children's Connection to Nature (Posted on 8/27/2007)
In our busy society, children are often on tight schedules of school, extracurricular activities and child care. Recent research suggests that children are exposed less and less to the world of nature. “However, children who interact with nature learn a wide range of valuable skills that will help them in school and life,” according to Donna Donald, Iowa State University (ISU) Extension family life specialist. 
Reading Readiness Starts Early (Posted on 8/9/2007)
Three simple strategies can help children prepare for reading when they start school. "Using these strategies daily along with reading books and other printed materials with children will put them on the road to success in school," according to Donna
Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life specialist. 
Adair County Fair Trophy Donors (Posted on 6/8/2007)
More than 140 trophies are presented during the course of the fair for outstanding achievement in everything from the Grand Champion Market Beef to the Top Clothing Selection Entry. Click here for a complete listing of trophy donors for the 2007 Adair County Fair. 
Negotiating the Step-Parent Role (Posted on 4/17/2007)
Step-parents can feel like second class citizens. An important step to family harmony is for both the biological parent and the step-parent to decide on house rules. Rules must be worked out as a partnership or they will not work. Then hold a family meeting where the biological parent presents the set of rules. 
Helping Teens Make Good Decisions (Posted on 2/26/2007)
Why don't teens and adults see eye-to-eye on "risky" behaviors involving drugs, alcohol and sexual activity? Given differences parents can still help their teens make good decisions. Tax Deductions for 4-H Adult Volunteers (Posted on 2/1/2007)
Your contributions to a 4-H club, the county 4-H program, or the 4-H foundation, whether made in cash or in goods contributed, are tax deductible if you itemize deductions on Schedule A of Form 1040. Some expenses you incur in your 4-H work are also deductible. 
Awards Day 2006 (Posted on 1/10/2007)
Approximately 275 people attended Adair County 4-H Awards Day, Sunday, November 12th. 4-H clubs, individual members, and adult volunteer leaders and alumni were honored for their outstanding work during the group's annual event. Click here to view award results and photos. 
Adair County Community Directory (Posted on 12/20/2006)
Check-out the new community directory. The Adair County Community Directory has been updated with important information from Child Care to a listing of Important Phone Numbers that everyone should have at easy reach. 
Thrive By 5 (Posted on 12/13/2006)
Thrive by FiveTM: Teaching Your Preschooler About Spending and Saving--free activities and other resources for parents who want to encourage healthy attitudes about money in young children. 
What About Grandfathers? (Posted on 12/11/2006)
Grandparents play an important role in the development of their grandchildren. According to recent studies, 95 percent of people over age 65 who have adult children also have grandchildren. This means men today can expect to spend the majority of their adult years in this important role. Researchers have found that grandchildren who have a close relationship with a grandfather are likely to perform well in school, display positive emotional adjustment, have higher self-esteem and have a greater ability to develop and maintain friendships. 
Time with Grandparents Still Can Be Grand (Posted on 8/22/2006)
Being a grandparent is not what it used to be; but it is one of the greatest roles you will play, and the payoff is priceless. Grandparents remain a vital connection between the past and the future, no matter the circumstances. 
Conquer Your Time Traps (Posted on 3/3/2006)
Families tend to over commit their time and energy and end up having too much to do and too little time in which to do it. We cannot manufacture more time, but we can make better use of the time we have.
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