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News from East Pottawattamie County Extension
Help Children Handle Stress During Natural Disasters
(Posted on 7/2/2008)
Recent flooding, tornadoes and other severe weather events are causing disruption and changes for many Iowa families. Dealing with damaged or destroyed homes and businesses, changes in working hours and employment, and crop and livestock losses have adults reeling.
Disaster Recovery
(Posted on 6/30/2008)
Looking for information on how to clean up after the floods? Iowa Atate Extension offers several publications on this topic. For a complete listing open this link.
2008 Communications Event
(Posted on 6/30/2008)
On June 29th East Pottawattamie County held their annual Communications Event at the Community Center in Oakland. We had 2 Share the Fun, 9 Educational Presentations, and 3 Working Exhibits this year!
SW Iowa Junior Camp Photo's
(Posted on 6/30/2008)
East Pottawattamie had 6 area Junior girls and 1 camp counselor attend the SW Iowa 5th and 6th grade camp at Camp Madrid in June! A link has been provided so that you can view ALL the camp pictures and see that a good time was had by everyone that attended!
Dig Those Dino's Day Camp Photos
(Posted on 6/25/2008)
On June 23rd we hosted a day camp for K thru 3rd graders at Botna Bend Park. We had almost 50 kids that day!!!
Shake, Rattle, and Blow Photos
(Posted on 6/12/2008)
On June 11th we hosted a 4th thru 6th grade day camp. Despite the rain we had a GREAT time learning about earthquakes, volcanoes, and rocks.To view pictures go to Shake Rattle and Blow photos!
Poison Ivy
(Posted on 6/9/2008)
Poison ivy is responsible for more than 2 million cases of skin poisoning each year. Learn more about how to identify, avoid, and control poison ivy.
High Tunnel Field Day -- July 15
(Posted on 6/9/2008)
High Tunnel Field Day
Wednesday, July 15, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
ISU Armstrong Research and Demonstration Farm, Lewis
2008 Fish Iowa Camp Photos
(Posted on 6/2/2008)
May 31st was our Fish Iowa Camp at Arrowhead State Park in Neola. We had 5 4-Her's, 3 CYC members, 2 parents, 1 speaker, and 4 Extension Office staff attend.
4-Her's in Action
(Posted on 6/2/2008)
The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces a special opportunity for all 4-H members to participate in the second annual statewide photo exhibition titled, “4-H’ers in Action!” The exhibition will again feature the best photo from each participating county on display at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Photos selected for the exhibition will also be considered for a 2009 calendar and other 4-H promotional materials.
Clothing Selection, Fashion Revue, and $15 Challenge photos
(Posted on 5/30/2008)
On June 21st East Pottawattamie held their Clothing Selection, Fashion Revue, and $15 Challenge Event. We had 6 participants and the judge had some very hard decisions to make! The girls all had a great time and enjoyed their shopping experiences!
Iowa State Fair Premium Book
(Posted on 5/27/2008)
Importmant information regarding the 2008 Iowa State Fair!!! You will not be receiving an Iowa State Fair premium book in the mail this year!!! To download a copy or to search a category go to http://www.iowastatefair.org/competition/howtoenter.php.
Check out what's happening in a club near you!!!
(Posted on 3/28/2008)
Want to make new friends, meet new peole, and try new things? Then why not give 4-H a try. This links you to club photo albums, club meeting dates, club reports, enrollment forms, and health forms. Why not give it a try you might even see your picture!!!
Farm management forms here!!!
(Posted on 2/15/2008)
Farmland Value Reaches New Peak ! Custom Rate Surevey! Cash Rent! Farm Lease Forms! You can find all of your farm management forms here!
4-H Summer Camp in Madrid, Iowa
(Posted on 1/31/2008)
School will be out and the kids will be looking for something to do before we know it, so why not send them to 4-H camp this summer.
2008 Horse Shows
(Posted on 1/31/2008)
Your guide to the 2008 Horse Shows in and around your area. Keep checking back regularly for updates.
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