Hamilton County News
Iowa 4-H Photography Camp (Posted on 2/8/2012)
4-H Photocamp is designed to give kids, 7th through 12th grades, the opportunity to learn the basics and techniques of photography while having a great time! Held in June at the beautiful Iowa 4-H Center near Madrid, Iowa. Campers get the chance to try out their new skills themselves in a learning environment. 
Food Safety Quality Assurance Trainings- (FSQA) (Posted on 1/30/2012)
FSQA Training- If you wish to exhibit an animal (sheep, swine, goat, beef, rabbit, poultry) at the Hamilton County Fair or the Iowa State Fair, your attendance is required! Click here to find the opportunity to complete this training and more information. 
Hamilton County Conservation Activities (Posted on 1/30/2012)
The Hamilton County Conservation Board offers many exciting interactive programs for citizens of Hamilton County. Attend to find out more facts about the animals you live with every day. Follow this link to find what's coming up! 
4-H Scholarship Opportunities (Posted on 12/12/2011)
Several college 4-H scholarships are available. There are scholarships available for High School Seniors and current college students. Follow this link for more information. Scholarship deadlines vary. 
Emerald Ash Borer Alert! (Posted on 11/28/2011)
Follow this link for more information regarding the Emerald Ash Borer, a threat to Iowa's population of ash trees. 
Think of a special 4-H'er when giving gifts this year! (Posted on 11/8/2011)
Remember your favorite Hamilton County 4-H'er this Holiday Season. It's as easy as filling out a gift certificate form and they are off to camp or a special trip with other 4-H'ers. Give them a gift of friendship and experiences that will shape them for a lifetime. 
eXtension Just in Time Parenting? (Posted on 11/8/2011)
If you are a parent or a professional that works with parents, this website is a great resource. It gives access to experts across the country. There is also access to information with downloadable newsletters, facts sheets, and Frequetly Asked Questions. 
WOW- February Issue (Posted on 11/1/2011)
WOW- Words on Wellness is your Extension Connection to nutrition and fitness. Click here for the newest information for February, 2012 Wellness. 
4-H Enrollment- 2011-2012 (Posted on 10/25/2011)
Don't miss a thing! Re-enroll with 4-H Online by December 1, 2011. Join the fun and friends. Choose your project areas and start the learning by doing. 
Join 4-H!! (Posted on 10/25/2011)
Want to be a part of the fun? Here's how to join! Find out Club Information and Project Areas that may interest you. Explore what the 4-H's stands for. You may be suprised how much it will shape your life and how many friends you will make! 
Safety Education in Shooting Sports (Posted on 10/5/2011)
Join "SESS" and learn about safety in shooting sports. Disciplines being offered in Hamilton County are Rifle and Shotgun. Also check out a clip that shows what this project area is all about. Information for the August Region 7 Shoot is included. LEADERS- CLUB PROGRAMS & Officer Helpful Sheets (Posted on 10/5/2011)
Project Hot Sheet Request & 2011-2012 4-H Club year info. Included are some neccessary forms and sheets to help 4-H Clubs to complete their Programs. Also find helpful sheets for Club Officers. 
4-H RECORDKEEPING (Posted on 10/5/2011)
Set 4-H Goals now for a great 4-H Year! It's never too early to decide Project Goals and planning where the journey should go. Remember the journey includes more than exhibits. Now is also a good time to start planning how exhibit ideas will fit in to project areas and goals. Follow this link for forms to be included in your Record Book and ideas on how to start the process. 
Hamilton County Clover Kids Information! (Posted on 10/5/2011)
Follow this link for information regarding each Hamilton County Clover Kids Club. Clover Kids gain self-confidence and learn about themselves in a non-competitive learning environment. Kids are invited to experience the joy of learning in activity-filled Clover Kids Session. 
Commercial Pest Management Courses Offered (Posted on 9/22/2011)
Hamilton County Extension will host several Continuing Instructional Course (CIC) for Commercial Pesticide Applicators. Deadlines for registration and information is included. ISU Extension and Outreach (Posted on 9/21/2011)
We take university research and turn it into learning opportunities. We provide information and education in the form you want, when you want it. Click here to find out more and hear a message from the Vice President of Extension and Outreach. Use COOL when weighing and entering Livestock (Posted on 4/25/2011)
Country of Original Origin Label or COOL is something that livestock 4-H'ers need when purchasing or raising livestock for livestock projects. More information and Q & A is just a click away. 
Hamilton County Insect Identification (Posted on 3/29/2011)
Whether the insect or bug is inside the house or outside, Hamilton County Extension is here to help. Have you found an insect, spider, tick or mite that you'd like identified? ISU Extension Entomologist will be able identify and give recommendations for safe control. 
Take Control of Your Money - Free Web Course (Posted on 11/2/2010)
A free online course, offered through Iowa State University Extension, is helping people get a grip on their money. The course – Take Control of Your Money – makes it possible to learn money management skills in the privacy of your home. The 7-step process covers spending habits, getting out of debt, and increasing savings. 
Fuel Costs and Custom Rates-How is it affected? (Posted on 11/2/2010)
Fuel prices affect more than the family vacation and travel time this summer. Turn to ISU Extension to find approxiamately how much diesel is used when farming and how it may affect Custom Rates. 
Healthy Meals in a Hurry (Posted on 11/2/2010)
Making nutritious food choices can be a challenge whether you're facing a hungry family or just your own growling stomach. A program from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages 
Mid to late January, 2012 Hay Prices (Posted on 8/4/2010)
These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent past weeks. Much of the price information is obtained from USDA Hay Market News. Personal contacts of local Iowa hay auctions secured
price information for these market outlets. Information on the First Frost in Fall Forage is also listed. 
Wildlife Questions? (Posted on 5/19/2010)
Have a question about bird migration? How about snakes or moles? Need to find the closest Wildlife Rehabilitator? Check out the Iowa State University Extension's Wildlife webpage for alot of interesting information! 
OUR MOST REQUESTED PUBLICATIONS (Posted on 2/11/2010)
Information includes custom farm rates, cash rental rates, crop performance tests, farm lease forms, and land survey information. This page also gives easy access to links for IDALS as well as Iowa State University. UPDATED April, 2011. 
BARN QUILTS OF HAMILTON COUNTY (Posted on 7/8/2008)
The Barn Quilts of Hamilton County is based on a similar project begun in Adams County, Ohio in 2001. Using old and weathered tobacco barns, the Ohio Arts Council, encouraged local artists to paint traditional quilt squares on the barns, similar to the way barns were once painted with logos, such as the familiar Mail Pouch Tobacco advertisements.
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