Members and leaders of the Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club recently attended a Showmanship Clinic held at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 26. Pictured L-R - Shelly Waite, Natalee Buckley, Abbey Cresswell, Kane Waite, Cora Waite, Bruin Waite, McKenna Curfman, and Jodi Cresswell. Members not pictured who attended are Brooke Shee and Madeline Suba.

The Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club

Top Row (L-R) Hillaire Harkleroad, Brooke Shee, Kelsey Morgan, Abbey Cresswell,
Kayla Morgan, Jessica Heeter, Natalee Buckley, Kaitlyn Boone
Middle Row (L-R) Macie Hicks, Jaymee Heeter, Bruin Waite, Devin Harkleroad,
Katrina Bliss, Madeline Suba
Bottom Row (L-R) Magnus Waite, Kane Waite, Rylan Boone

The Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club held a meeting at the Huntingdon County Fair grounds on June 14, 2010. Brian Wiekert gave a goat showmanship and fitting presentation, followed by a regular business meeting.Club members where notified of the upcoming showmanship clinic that was held on June 26, at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds. Members attending 4-H Camp where reminded of items to pack and of items that should remain at home. Additional e-data information needs added to the 4-H online enrollment program. Members in attendance received forms that indicate information that is missing from their profile. All needed information should be updated as soon as possible.

Huntingdon County Fair deadlines where discussed, livestock registration being July 2 and exhibitor registration July 9. The 2010 fair theme for shoebox floats and straw bale decorating is "The best days of winter". The livestock fairground cleanup day is scheduled for Saturday, July 31 from 9 am till 12 noon. Any member showing livestock should plan to attend. Club vet rounds was held on June 23. A halloween float committee was formed of the following club members: Jessica Heeter, Kaitlyn Boone, Abbey Cresswell, Rylan Boone, Hilliare Harkleroad, and Jaymee Heeter. Those on the committee will report sujested theme ideas at the July meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 12 at 6:30 pm to be held at the United Methodist Church in Cassville.
Submitted by: Cora Waite

Members and leaders of the Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club recently attended a Showmanship Clinic held at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 26. Pictured L-R - Shelly Waite, Natalee Buckley, Abbey Cresswell, Kane Waite, Cora Waite, Bruin Waite, McKenna Curfman, and Jodi Cresswell. Members not pictured who attended are Brooke Shee and Madeline Suba.

Southern Pride 4-H Club

Southern Pride 4-H Secretary Report
June 1, 2010

Southern Pride 4-H Club held their regular monthly meeting on June 1st at 6:30p.m. at the home of Wayne and Carrie Anderson. The meeting was called to order by Leader Carrie Anderson. A brief business meeting was held and members were reminded to sign up to work in the Fair Food Booth, and also to check the 4-H newsletter for Showmanship Clinic and Ethics training dates. After the business portion of the meeting, members Macy and Amanda Fisher and Megan Notestine had a presentation for showmanship, fitting and stockman contest training. Members first learned about important items to keep in a show box, such as halters, grooming supplies, and first aide items. Macy and Amanda then began a presentation for the club with basic rules about general appearance and conduct in the show ring. They then continued the presentation by showing members how to do fitting/clip, halter, walk, set up and show a Goat, Sheep, Dairy Beef, Dairy Cattle, Market Steer and Swine. Megan informed the club about getting a rabbit ready for showmanship with clipping nails, bathing, and the steps in Showmanship. After the Showmanship presentation the club was invited to have a mock stockman contest. The members learned basic grains and feed along with various equipment used with livestock. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. and the club enjoyed a potluck of snacks provided by members. A very big Thank you to the Fisher and Notestine families for the presentation and wonderful teen leadership. The next meeting will be held July 6th at 6:30 p.m. at Community State Bank of Orbisonia.

Respectfully Submitted by: Elizabeth Scott/Club Secretary

Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club

The Spring Farms 4-H Livestocks Clubs monthly meeting was held on July 13,2010 at the home of Mike and Pam Morgans. Christian Appleby led the 4-H pledge and Maelee Spargo led the American pledge. Our leader Pam Morgan asked who is going to Delgrosso Park on July 18, 2010. She passed out information about what is happening at the Fair and passed out sponsorship forms.Our leader ask if the veterinarian came around to check your animals. Ones that are showing animals need to help on Fair clean up day on July 31,2010 at 9:00 a.m.Working in food booth on Thursday of the fair the time is 3-7 p.m.Gage Parks made the motion to adjourn the meeting and Micheal Morgan seconded the motion . We had a picnic at Pam and Mike Morgan place . Next meeting refreshments will be brought by John and David Edgin .

Submitted by Brandon Erwin

Shirley Variety Pak

　
Kody Harshburger led us in the 4H pledge. The American pledge was led by Tim Yoder. Valerie Coleman called the meeting to order and Gavi Walker seconded it. This month we had a picnic at the Yoders'. We had great food and it was an enjoyable day for all. Kendra Semple did the treasurer's report and there was no secretary's report. Gavi motioned to accept the treasurer's report and the secretary's report and Shayla Benson seconded the motion. In old business, the bean soup is September 15 and we are doing the activities there and representing 4H. We have moved our apple dumplings fundraiser to September. Fair cleanup is July 31 at 9 A.M. Moving on to new business, the vote was passed to buy beanie babies for buyers for this year only. We discussed what colors of t-shirts to buy but decided not make a decision until we know more about the costs. We also discussed starting a livestock judging team. Everyone in our group has until September's meeting to decide. Michael Yoder motioned to adjourn the meeting. I, Danielle Varner, seconded the motion.
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
Submitted by:
Danielle Varner

Southern Pride 4-H Club

The Southern Pride 4-h club held the regular monthly meeting on July 6Th, 2010 at the Community State bank of Orbisonia. Derrick Cramer called the meeting to order. Malachi Kauffman lead the American pledge and Katie Anderson lead the 4-h pledge. Liz Scott took roll call and read the secretary's report. Keith Anderson read the treasurers report. Motions to approve these reports were made by Keith and Katie Anderson. Under old business: June meeting was held at the Anderson's and went well. Thank-you to Macy and Amanda Fisher and Megan Notestine for doing a showmanship presentation for the club during the June meeting. July 1st was the deadline for the livestock entry forms July 9Th for Johnson Hall. Under new business: Big Congrats to out 4-h campers for going Raven Booher and Jocelyn Whitsel. Vet checks are going to be July 10Th, 2010 Dr Judith Jaxtheimer will be going to members homes, please have paperwork and animals prepared for the check. Sign-up sheets for vet checks; fair stall signs; and food booth were brought to attention. E-Data enrollment see Jessica Whitsel for all updates and necessary changes. Discussion on livestock meeting report; weigh times, all members are to have all livestock weighed in no later than 6:00p.m. and cleaning stalls leader Carrie Anderson reminded members to have stalls cleaned before leaving the fairground. Katie and Keith Anderson;Masons Parks;Scott and Chance Goshorn; Lily and McKenzie Yohn; Madison and Brooks Walker; Shavonna Fegan and Taylor Maslanik all attended the showmanship clinic on June 26 The clinic was very informative and helpful. All members that attended learned alot and enjoyed the day. All members needed Ethics training see Carrie Anderson after the meeting for training dates. There will be a Rabbit Showmanship training and learning time at Angie Parsons this month, that date will be announced soon. July 31st 9:00-12:00 will be fair clean up day. Derrick Cramer then adjourned the meeting. Motions to adjourn meeting were made by Keith Anderson and Scott Goshorn. Snack was provided by the Sarra and Starr families. The next monthly meeting will be August 3rd at the Huntingdon County Fair grounds.

Southern Pride 4-H Club

Southern Pride 4-H Club held their regular monthly meeting on June 1st at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Wayne and Carrie Anderson. The meeting was called to order by leader Carrie Anderson. A brief business meeting was held and members were reminded to sign up to work in the Fair Food Booth and also to check the 4-H newsletter for Showmanship Clinic and Ethics training dates. After the business portion of the meeting, members Macy and Amanda Fisher and Megan Notestine had a presentation for showmanship, fitting and stockman contest training. Members first learned about important items to keep in a show box, such as halters, grooming supplies and first aid items. Macy and Amanda then began a presentation for the club with basic rules about general appearance and conduct in the show ring. They then continued the presentation by showing members how to do fitting/clip, halter, walk, set up and show a Goat, Sheep, Dairy Beef, Dairy Cattle, Market steer and swine. Megan informed the club about getting a rabbit ready for showmanship with clipping nails, bathing, the steps in Showmanship. After the Showmanship presentation, the club was invited to have a mock stockman contest. The members learned basic grains and feed along with various equipment used with livestock. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. and the club enjoyed a potluck of snacks provided by the members. A very big Thank You to the Fisher and Notestine families for the presentations and wonderful teen leadership. The next meeting will be held July 6th at 6:30 p.m. at the Community State Bank of Orbisonia.

Respectfully submitted by Elizabeth Scott, Secretary

Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club

The Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club's monthly meeting was held at the Community State Bank of Orbisonia meeting room on June 8th. Vice President Katie Morgan called the meeting to order. Brandon Erwin led the American Pledge and Amber Spargo led the 4-H Pledge. Under old business, we have two dates for DelGrosso's - July 11th or 18th. Our leader, Pam Morgan will call you when decided upon.

Under new business, Vice President Katie Morgan told the 4-H members about a 4-H and FFA Showmanship Clinic at the fairgrounds. She asked how the 4-H members' animals are doing. We reviewed parts of a cow.

The next meeting will be at our leader Pam Morgan's house on July 13th. Briant Wible made motion to adjourn the meeting and Jasmine Morgan seconded the motion. Amber and Christina Spargo brought refershments.

Submitted by Brandon Erwin

Minnie Whinnies Model 4-H Club

Minnie Whinnies held their last monthly meeting for the season on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at the Extension Office.

All members will be signed up to show at the Huntingdon County Fair and were reminded that they should drop off their model horse with their project kit, showmanship card, and project book to Helen Boonie at the fair on Saturday, August 7th. A reminder card will be sent to everyone regarding the time to meet Helen in Johnson Hall. During fair week, at a time to be determined, the club will meet and discuss the model show results, tour the horse barns, possibly order club tee shirts and decide whether you are going to show at States in Harrisburg on Saturday, October 30th.

The next meeting will be held on Sunday, September 19th at 11:00 a.m.at the Extension Office. After a short club meeting, the club is sponsoring a Model Horse Show. The public, clulb members, former members and future members are welcome to attend. The cost is $10 per model horse for the public and $5 per model horse for club members and former club members. You may enter as many models as you want. For more information, contact Helen Boonie at 667-4482.

Submittted by Carly Rudy

Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club

The Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club held a meeting at the United Methodist Church in Cassville on May 10, 2010. Club leader Shelly Waite gave a Youth Meat Quality Assurance presentation to club members.

Club members handed in registration forms for upcoming 4-H camp June 21-24, 2010. The Waite family reported on the club pig that is growing good and is over all doing well. Club members planning to exhibit meat pen rabbits should have their doe bred.

The following upcoming date changes were announced. The countywide showmanship clinic is now scheduled for June 26 at the fairgrounds. More information should be available at the next meeting. The TCCA 4-H Club end of the year picnic date will be changed. Date and time to be announced soon.

A Johnson Hall craft workshop was held on Sunday,May 16 at the United Methodist Church in Cassville. Club members continued working on their sewing projects and planted potted strawberry plants.

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 14 at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds in Huntingdon, starting at 6:30 pm. A sheep and goat showmanship training and learning lab will be the topic of this meeting.

Submitted by Cora Waite

Southern Pride 4-H Club

On May 15th, Keith Anderson and Jocelynn Whitsel attended the 4-H Forestry Field Days at Laurel Haven Conservation Center in Julian, PA. The youth were introduced to the skills that foresters use on the job. They spent a block of time during the morning comparing a variety of products and how they are related to wood or wood products. The next session involved learning how a forester measures distance and learning to use a compass. After they learned these two basic steps, they were then able to plot out an area similar to a boundary line. After lunch they set out on a hike, they learned how to identify four different trees, saw a ruffed grouse, and checked out the area where the older kids were competing and what their competition included. The day came to a close with a presentation on charcoal making and an awards ceremony. Jocelynn said her favorite part of the day was "when we learned how to use a compass." Keith's favorite for the day was "learning how to identify trees and the hike when we saw the ruffed grouse."

Southern Pride 4-H Club

The Southern Pride 4-H Club decorated a float and participated in the annual Three Springs Fireman Parade May 27, 2010. The club decorated a float with the 4-H symbols of Head, Hands, Heart and Health along with a banner hanging above it that say "The Power of Youth". The members threw bouncy balls to the crowd as the float drove by. A special thanks to Angie Parsons for painting the 4-H signs and Carrie and Katie Anderson for making the banner. Pictured are back row: Dane Woodward, Amanda Granlun, Curtis Starr, Cam Woodward, Mason Park, Mykeshia Goshorn, Michaela Gartland, Hannah Parsons, Malachi Kauffman, DeShae Goshorn, Brandon Beam, Keith Anderson, Derrick Cramer.

Seated Row: Chance Goshorn, Kolton Gaff, Alkson Parsons, Rebecca Parsons, Gracie Long, Paige Parsons, Garret Cramer, Hanna Booher.
Front Row: Scotty Goshorn, Kaley Booher, Liz Scott, Lily Yohn, Isacc Kauffman, Jocelyn Whitsel, and Raven Booher. Also, participating the parade float but not available for the picture was McKenzie Yohn and Katie Anderson.

Submitted by Mykeshia Goshorn, Club Reporter

Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club

The Spring Farms 4-H Club members that went to the Humane Society for our Club Community Service Project on April 17th were:

Maelee Covert, Jarred Cover, Heather Morgan, Katie Morgan and Michael Morgan.

Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club

The club went bowling on April 10 at the Holiday Bowl. Members who participated are:

Back Row (L to R) John Edgin, David Spargo, Olivia Parks, Amber Spargo, Bryant Wible and Brandon Erwin.

Middle Row (L to R) Gage Parks, Christina Spargo, Katie Morgan, Richard Bucher, Jasmine Morgan and Michael Morgan.

Front Row (L to R) Heather Morgan, Jarred Covert, Maelee Covert and David Edgin.

Spring Farms Livestock 4-H Club

The Spring Farms 4-H Livestock Club's monthly meeting was held at the Community State Bank of Orbisonia on April 13, 2010. Vice President Katie Morgan called the meeting to order. Jasmine Morgan led the American pledge and Katie Morgan led the 4-H Pledge. Bryant Wible gave the treasurer's report and Michael Morgan gave the secretary's report. Under old business leader Pam Morgan asked if everyone enjoyed bowling. For our club community service project we will be going to the Humane Society on April 17th to give them the items that we collected. Ask members how their animals are doing? Under new business we talked about tag day on May 1st from 9 am until noon at the fairgrounds. Then, we made rope halters. Terri Grissinger will be at our next meeting. She will be doing the Quality Assurance and Ethics Training. The next meeting is May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Community State Bank of Orbisonia. Dalton Williams made the motion to adjourn the meeting and Bryant Wible seconded the motion. We then had refreshments brought by Dylan Adnerson and Bryant Wible. Next meeting refreshments will be brought by Dalton Williams and Jasmine Morgan.
Respectfully submitted by Brandon Erwin

Shirley Variety Pak

On April 6, 2010, Valerie Coleman called the meeting to order. Kody Harshbarger led us in the American Pledge. The 4-H pledge was stared by SHayla Benson. In new business, May 1st is tag day for dairy beef, goat, pig and rabbit. We made baskets at the Shirley Home for our community service projects. Residents and the club enjoyed it very much. Everyone had a wonderful time. For our annual picnic, we are thinking of about either skating or tubing. Our new fundraiser will be for the Side Street Cafe selling ham and cheese hoagies and subs. We also may have a raffle. We are promotion 4-H at the Bean Soup Festival in McClure in September. Open youth and dairy entry forms need to be filled out and sent in with a copy of registration paper. Where will these papers be? In the back of the catalog the 4-H members will be receiving. The meeting was adjourned by Kendra Semple and Valerie Coleman seconded the motion.

Submitted by: Danielle Varner

Shirley Variety Pak

Zach McKeehan led us in the 4-H Pledge. The American Pledge was led by Gavi Walker. We talked about having another fundraiser but we decided to discuss the details at the next meeting. We had so much fun at the Shirley Home for our last community service project, that we are thinking of doing it again. Our 4-H picnic this year will be held in July. the perfect month to have a picnic don't you think? Clean up is going to be held July 31st. On September 18, we are showing other kids the joy of being in 4-H at the McClure Bean Soup Festival. Our group is so excited to do this because everyone knows the thrill of when they first partidpated in a show and joined a club who enjoyed the same things they do. I know I would like nothing more than to help another kid feel the same feeling I had when I first joined. Who knows, maybe people who are not thinking about it will be inspired and join. Anyway, we have decided to have soup sale in the fall. When the meeting ended, Gavi adjourned the meeting and Kody Harshberger seconded it.

Respectfully submitted by Danielle Varner

Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club

The Trough Creek Community Adventurers 4-H Club attended a farm tour at Barnett's Dairy Farm on Saturday, April 17, 2010. Pictured above (left to right) Chris Barnett, Jessica Heeter, Kaitlyn Boone, Abbey Cresswell, Cody Johnson, Faith Barnett, Natalee Buckley, Brandi Hobble, McKenna Curfman, Rylan Boone, Macie Hicks, Cora Waite, Quentin Flasher, Levi Johson, Cole Hicks and Kane Waite.

Respectfully submitted by Cora Waite

Mini Whinnies 4-H Club

The Mini Whinnies held their monthly meeting on Sunday, February 21 at the Extension Office. Officers for the club were elected as follows:

Emily Peters - President
Carly Rudy - Vice President and news reporter
Heather Rearick - Secretay & Scrapbook
Hanna Spicer - Treasurer

Cllub members chose what kind of project kit they wanted to make for their model horses and started making them. All first year members are to make a bridle or alter. As members reached certain points in their projects, they took a break and Leader Chris Armagost reviewed discipline, color, breed of the models on display. Another box of candy bars were given out to any member who wished to sell more.

Next meeting will be held on Sunday, March 21st from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Extension Office Meeting Room.

Submitted by Carly Rudy