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JOIN 4H
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
Stop in to ISU/Floyd County Extension and find out what 4-H is all about. 4th - 12th grade are welcome to join. Explore horticulture, livestock, shooting sports, food and nutrition, photography and so much more. Look for us with the red ISU awning right on Main Street, Charles City.

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2009 Honorary 4H Member: Jane Larson
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
Jane Larson was recently awarded the 2009 Honorary 4H Member at Awards Night. Thank you Jane for all your service to the youth of Floyd County.

County

2009-2010 Floyd County Council
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
If you haven't already joined County Council, sign up soon. This is a great opportunity to experience leadership, citizenship, and communication skills. 4-H members in 8th - 12th grade are welcome to join. Contact the Floyd County Extension office at (641) 228-1453.

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Science Explorations: 3 - 5 Grade
(Posted on 10/14/2009)
The Science Exploration programs are held on Early Dismissal Days (Charles City Schools) for youth 3 - 5 grade. Join Jay Cutler, Workshop Instructor and explore GPS, Building Bridges and Theory of Light 1 and 2.

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Beef Weigh-In: Dec. 12, 9 - Noon
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Beef Weigh-In is scheduled for Saturday, December 12th at the fairgrounds from 9am-12noon. Please note the time change. Cost for ear tags will be $1.00 per tag. This year again, we will be using retinal imaging for state fair cattle. This verification process will take place at the weigh-in. Cost for this verification will be $5.00 per head.

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New Enrollments and Re-Enrollments Due December 1, 2009
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Now is the time to turn in your re-enrollment forms and medical health release form. New members are welcome to join 4H!

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4H Grommet Bag Workshop: Nov. 21, 1 - 4 p.m.
(Posted on 8/13/2009)
All fabric and materials to complete the brommet bag will be provided. $15 pre-registration fee.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Iowa 4-H Web Site Gets New Look
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
4-H CloverIowa 4-H has a new look online, and tech-savvy teens say it’s “better than Facebook.” The site includes an interactive map to help kids and teens connect with 4-H, project links, games, event calendars and an interactive networking site for members.
Humboldt County 4-H Club Ensures Service Never Stops
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Club presenting check to Daryl LongHumboldt County 4-H club supports veterans and current troops through a variety of community service projects.
Iowa Delegates to 2009 National 4-H Congress Announced
(Posted on 11/12/2009)
Twenty-two 4-H’ers have been selected to represent Iowa as delegates for the National 4-H Congress Nov. 27 – Dec. 1 in Atlanta, Ga. Individual stories are available for delegates from Adair, Black Hawk, Buena Vista, Cass, Davis, Hamilton, Johnson, Jones, Madison, Mills, O’Brien, Plymouth, Sac, Story, Webster and Worth counties.
Pioneer Hi-Bred Pledges $150,000 to Support Iowa 4-H Youth Programs
(Posted on 11/10/2009)
Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business, announced a $150,000 matching gift pledge to the Iowa 4-H Foundation to support youth programs. The contribution launches the Iowa 4-H Foundation’s President’s Campaign fundraising effort.
2009 State 4-H Project Award Winners Announced
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Fifty-one Iowa 4-H'ers have earned state 4-H project awards. News stories are available about the individual 4-H'ers, listed by county.
Iowa 4-H Recognizes Monsanto Support for Volunteers
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Interviewing 103 teenage 4-H members applying for state project awards takes time and dedicated adult volunteers. ISU Extension noted Monsanto's help with this round of interviews as well as ongoing support of 4-H volunteer training.

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Staff

Neil Wubben-Floyd County Extension Education Emeritus
Phone: 641--228-1453
Fax: 641-257-1194
Email: nwubben@iastate.edu

Lesley Mehmen-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 641-228-1453
Fax: 641-257-1194
Email: lmehmen@iastate.edu

Gail Castillo-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: 641.456.4811
Fax: 641.456.4811
Email: gail@iastate.edu

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