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2018 LERBA Fall Rabbit Show – Nov 9-10

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The show begins at 6:00 pm on Friday, Nov. 9th.  See the full show schedule and registration deadlines in the catalog listed below.

The 4-H Contests are scheduled on Saturday, Nov. 10th:

  • Showmanship
  • Educational Poster Board (each participant is responsible for transporting their poster to the event)
  • Breed ID
  • Rabbit Knowledge
  • Costume

Catalog for 2018 Fall Rabbit Show:
LERBA Fall 2018 Show Catalog – User Friendly

Llano Estacado Rabbit Breeder’s Association Website: http://www.llerba.bravehost.com/

Cancelled – 2018 D-2 Shooting Sports Coach/Leader Training – Oct. 13-14, 2018

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This training was Cancelled due to low interest.

Registration opens Sept. 24th for the D-2 4-H Shooting Sports Coach/Leader Training to become a certified 4-H Coach (21 or older) or Assistant Coach (ages 14-20) in your county.  The October 13-14, 2018 training will be held  in Seminole at the old Seminole Junior High Building (601 SW Ave B) and offers certification in one of the following disciplines for each registrant; archery, pistol, rifle, or shotgun.  The training will cover basic firearm handling and safety and coaching procedures used in a 4-H Shooting Sports project following the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Curriculum.

All registrants must be enrolled as 4-H adult volunteers on 4-H Connect and have a current Youth Protection background check.  This process takes time to complete so begin now by working with your local county Extension office.

Printable Flyer: Printable Flyer

2018 TEXAS 4-H RABBIT EXTRAVAGANZA – Sept. 15, 2018

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We are proud to announce the 2018 Texas 4-H Rabbit Extravaganza. The Extravaganza is a State-wide competition open to enrolled Texas 4-H members of official 4-H age. The Extravaganza will include: a single Youth Rabbit Show, Youth Skill Contests, Art & Crafts, and Educational Workshops on the 4-H Rabbit Project.

STATE 4-H RABBIT SHOW & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Bell County Expo Center
301 W Loop 121,  Belton, TX 76513

Saturday, September 15, 2018

Click here for a Printable Flyer .

Enroll through 4-H Connect by September 3, 2018

Rabbits

2018 Texas 4-H Water Ambassador Program

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The 4-H Water Ambassadors Program provides a select group of high school age youth an opportunity to gain advanced knowledge and practice leadership skills related to the science, technology, engineering and management of water in Texas.

Water issues are very important in our part of the state, and we would love to see District 2 represented!

The Water Ambassadors cover a LOT of Texas; last year their tour included visits to water resources agencies, research programs, power plants, Barton Springs, Lake Buchanan Dam, Menard Spanish Aqueduct System, Caverns of Sonora,  … and a lot more.    Since there are some good careers in water resources, this is a great way for the youth to get a taste for what opportunities are available, and how they can prepare for careers in water, while they are enjoying the tour.

Printable Information on the 4-H Water Ambassadors – 2018

2018 North Region Shooting Sports Coach/Leader Training (3/24-3/25)

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The North Region Shooting Sports Coach Training will be held at the Lubbock District Office on March 24 & 25 and will be open to all districts in Texas.  The training for coaches (21 and older), assistant coaches (ages 14-20), and County Extension Agents will cover basic firearm handling and safety and coaching procedures used in a 4-H Shooting Sports project following the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Curriculum.  Each participant will choose from one of the following disciplines: archery, pistol, rifle, and shotgun.  Early registration ($120) will open February 2 to March 4, and late registration ($180) will be open March 5 to 8.   For additional information contact Larry Hysmith at (979) 845-1214.

There are two additional shooting sports trainings available in our region this year:

  1. 4-H Muzzleloading Coach Training will be an optional add-on for anyone certifying in pistol, rifle or shotgun.  Previously certified 4-H Coaches in pistol, rifle or shotgun are also eligible to attend the Muzzleloading portion of one of the selected trainings.  (See the below flyer for more details)
  2. The 4-H Hunting & Wildlife Project Coach Training  will have a separate registration on 4-H connect but will run concurrently  with the other shooting discipline training and will cover all firearm types used in a 4-H Hunting and Wildlife project:  rifle, shotgun, archery, and muzzleloading.  All participants will also receive the Texas Hunter Education Instructor Certification. (See the below flyer for more details)

Printable Flyers:

2017-18 Muzzleloading Training – Flyer

2017-18 Hunting & Wildlife Coach Training – Flyer

Questions most often asked concerning becoming certified as a ‘coach’ may be answered in the following:
Information for Certified Coaches In 4-H Shooting Sports

2017 – D-2 Shooting Sports Coach/Leader Training – Seminole (Oct. 14-15)

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Registration opens Sept. 25th for the D-2 4-H Shooting Sports Coach/Leader  Training to become a certified 4-H coach in your county.  The October 14-15, 2017 training will be held  in Seminole at the old Seminole Junior High Building (601 SW Ave B) and offers certification in one of the following disciplines for each registrant; archery, pistol, rifle, or shotgun.  The training will cover basic firearm handling and safety and coaching procedures used in a 4-H Shooting Sports project following the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Curriculum.

All registrants must be enrolled as 4-H adult volunteers on 4-H Connect and have a current Youth Protection background check.  This process takes time to complete so begin now by working with your local county Extension office.

Printable Flyer: 2017-18 D-2 Shooting Sports Coach Leader Training – Flyer

2017 Texas 4-H Calf Roping and Break-a-Way School – June 18-22, 2017

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On June 18-22, 2017, the Statewide Texas 4-H Calf Roping and Break-A-Way School will be held in Stephenville, Texas. The school will be held at the Tarleton State University Challenge Arena. This event has been developed in order to encourage young people in 4-H to develop leadership skills and to exercise their abilities in working with younger members in roping activities in 4-H. Participation is open to all districts of the state, with applications being accepted on a first-come, first- serve basis with first priority to those boys and girls who are 12 years of age and older.

Please see the attached Announcement Letter for additional details.

Attached is the information/application packet for the 2017 Texas 4-H Calf Roping School:

1 – Announcement Letter

2 – Youth Participant Application

3 – Adult-Participant Application

4 – Code Of Conduct

5 – Rules For Participants

(Information copied from the Announcement Letter included in an e-mail received from Garry Branham 3/1/2017)

2017 Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Courses

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2017 Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Courses

Location:  Texas A&M University
Dates:  July 17-20, 2017
Cost: $250

Location:  Texas Tech University or West Texas A&M University
Dates:  July 24-27, 2017
Cost: $250

Selection Criteria:

  • Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that have exhibited a superior level of ambition regarding his/her livestock projects
  • Students with a profound interest in animal science and animal production
  • Students have shown advanced leadership qualities and a willingness to help others
  • Top 25% class rank
  • 2017 applicants will submit a 2-minute video introduction and justification video along with their application.

 

Application Process:

  1. Applicant goes to: http://tamuag.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_0JPBcTafCz8b52J
  2. Student will complete the application and enter the contact information of supervising County Extension Agent
  3. CEA will be automatically emailed a recommendation survey
  4. A selection committee will review the applications and accept 25 participants per university
  5. Applications are due June 2, 2017. Applicants will be notified by June 16, 2017 regarding application result

If you have any questions regarding the program please feel free to contact Billy Zanolini at the below:

Billy Zanolini, PhD
Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist
Youth Livestock and Agriculture
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
4180 State Highway 6
College Station, TX 77845

Tel. 979.458.0466
Cell: 940-886-7129
Fax. 979.845.6495

www.texasyouthlivestock.com

E-Mail:  wfzanolini@ag.tamu.edu

2017 Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Short Course (6/25-6/29)

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2017 Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Short Course:

Location: Lone Oak Ranch and Retreat, Gainesville, Texas

Dates: June 25 – June 29, 2017

Cost: $250

Selection Criteria:

  • Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that have exhibited a superior level of ambition regarding his/her horse projects
  • Students with a profound interest in equine science and the horse industry in Texas
  • Students have shown advanced leadership qualities and a willingness to help others
  • Top 25% class rank
  • 2017 applicants will submit a 2-minute video introduction and justification video along with their application.

Application Process:

  • Applicant goes to http://tamuag.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9U0Bxd2SnJcJnUx
  • Student will complete the application and enter the contact information of supervising County Extension Agent
  • CEA will be automatically emailed a recommendation survey
  • Applications are due May 1, 2017. Applicants will be notified by early June, 2017 regarding the application result

If you have any questions regarding the program please feel free to contact Billy Zanolini at the below:
Billy Zanolini, PhD
Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist
Youth Livestock and Agriculture
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
4180 State Highway 6
College Station, TX 77845

Tel. 979.458.0466
Cell: 940-886-7129
Fax. 979.845.6495

www.texasyouthlivestock.com

E-Mail:  wfzanolini@ag.tamu.edu

North Region Shooting Sports Coach Training – Pampa (4/1-4/2/2017)

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Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Project Coach Training – North Region

What: North Region Coach TrainingSS Coach Leader Training Flyer
Where: Gray County Extension Office (12125 E Frederick Ave, Pampa)
When: April 1-2, 2017

Registration and Cost: 4-H Connect (https://texas.4honline.com)

  • February 13, 2017 – March 12, 2017 – $120
  • Late: March 13-19, 2017 – $180

Typical Training Time Frame:
Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. & Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Certification Disciplines include (participants choose one):

  • Archery
  • Pistol
  • Rifle
  • Shotgun

Certifications include:

  • Certified 4-H Coach – must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Assistant 4-H Coach – 14 – 20 years of age

Assistant 4-H Coaches (between the ages of 14 – 20) can be certified to assist a certified coach but may not run a project or even a practice without the presence of the certified coach. Assistant Coaches become Certified Coaches upon reaching their 21st birthday.

Only one certification is available per training. Certifications are specific to each discipline trained (ex: Archery Certified Coaches cannot return home to be Shotgun Coaches without the specific shotgun training/certification). Individuals may hold multiple certifications.

All training participants must be enrolled as 4-H members or volunteers in 4-H Connect. Contact your local County Extension Office for assistance with the enrollment process. Enrollment for adult volunteers includes a personal background check process that takes time so do not wait until the last moment.

For more information, visit the 4-H Shooting Sports webpage at
http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/shootingsports/
or call the 4-H Natural Resources Program office at 979/845-1214.