The nys 4h working goat committee offers a lending program which allows 4hers to borrow goat packs or harnesses for up to 3 months to see if these activities are for you. All records needed for record keeping of all 4h projects. We connect with people in all stages of life, from young children to older adults. Equine and dairy goat exhibitors must file certificates with the extension office by may 1st. The purpose of 4h record keeping is to teach how to keep records, which is an important life skill. Please use this form to apply for the 4h state ambassador team.
Define your vision the 20192020 north carolina state 4h theme is define your vision. Please use the menu options to browse publications or get additional info. The reference book is 4h 5 r goat resource handbook. Click the section title again to minimize the list. We welcome you to participate in washington state 4h fair, which is a 117 yearold tradition of the partnership between the washington state fair and the washington state university extension 4h youth development program. It is the washington state fairs support that makes our state 4h fair possible. Show rules vary between states and even from show to show within a state, so check the rule book before you. Enjoy 30 amazing artists, 75 radical rides, 100 incredible eats and cuddly critters.
New jersey 4h goat project record book for use by all southwest florida and lee county fair 4h goat project members 201 8 p. Goat 4h youth development program washington state university. A fiber goat project is perfect for someone who likes goats, wants. Animal science and horticulture osu extension service. Posted by ohio state washington county 4h on wednesday, april 15, 2020 posted by bruce zimmer at 11. Wsu extension is working to keep our communities safe. Keep up with what state council has been doing this month. Preparing youth for successful futures by engaging in fun, handson 4h activities.
Start by downloading the whole document from the entire my 4h resume link below. Cavies now have their own show and contests at the state fair. All market goat entries must be owned by the exhibitor and be on feed by may 1. Other state 4h offices can benefit from our partner pricing program. If you didnt do your presentation you probably want to bring it to this meeting. The extension professional in the county will be able to suggest a community club and activities. Breeds of livestock goat breeds breeds of livestock. Lead the goat from the left side with the right hand when possible. We will be looking at books for round up tonight so please have your record books up to date. Welcome to the new wsu extension publications store. Goat youth can explore the use of all dairy products, from milk to meat. It is to be used for the entire ten years of participation in the 4h goat.
Bulletin dealing with basic considerations, the group judging method, and the washington state 4h dairy goat fitting and showing scorecard. For more information contact the project related snohomish county 4h program leader or superintendent who will contact the state. Washington county 4h timely updates about the washington. The texas 4h goat project is loads of fun and learning no kidding. Contact iowa 4h iowa state university state 4h youth development extension 4h youth bldg 1259 stange rd ames, ia 500111002. Purdue extension provides educational opportunities to indianas communities our educators, specialists, and volunteers live and work in all 92 indiana counties. Washington county 4h osu extension service oregon state.
We work with families and children, farmers and businessowners, community leaders and elected officials to build better lives, better businesses and better communities to make ohio great. The 4h goat program is part of the animal science project. The washington state fairs system, and the washington state 4h fair are wonderful. Record keeping 4h youth development iowa state university. Dairy goat 4h youth development iowa state university. Wsu snohomish county 4h pygmymeat goats, snohomish county. Pdf word for beef, swine, lamb, goat, poultry, rabbit you will also need a. Market goat showmanship evaluate the show ring prior to showmanship, paying close attention to where low spots are located. Record books will be submitted to the kitsap sun pavilion, friday before fair. Youth producers resources wsu publications and records publications.
If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Thank you for your interest in ohio 4h youth development. To have you learn the proper methods for care and management of purebred american dairy goats. Learn marketing, processing, distribution, consumption, and use of dairy products. Each exhibitor may tag three animals, but may only enter and show two animals in the market goat show. Before many of us head back to school, state council members were out and about at state events. Come check out the boer goats, sanctioned by the american boer goat association. Showing a goat takes a lot of work, but it can be a rewarding experience. The new storefront is the location for obtaining both purchased publications and those which are free to download. There are national breed shows for goats as well as market shows for sheep in every county across the state.
The purpose of 4h awards is to recognize achievement in a 4h project area. Meat goat 4h youth development iowa state university. A fiber goat project is perfect for someone who likes goats, wants to learn how to spin, and likes to knit, crochet or weave. Other youth goat projects include training goats for recreational activities such as packing and driving or for companion. Goat projects give youth the opportunity to raise goats for either meat or dairy projects. This page is an extension of the washington state university extension 4h youth development snohomish county 4h program. Go go goat 4h club added 6 new photos to the album. Washington state university 4h youth development is developing young people to become productive citizens who are engaged in positive change, meeting the needs of a diverse and changing society. Goats washington county fair complex goat barn, 873 ne 34 street, hillsboro other important dates. As you fill up a section you can download additional. If you havent signed up yet, contact your county 4h office and become a member today. Please keep in mind this book is only for 2 nd year projects and beyond. You will need one livestock record book for each project not animal you are raising. The goat is an intelligent and interesting animal that is quick to learn, likes attention, is relatively small, does not require a great deal of space, and is fun to raise.
Policy is created to ensure that 4h programming is consistent, fair, and legal. Goat 4h youth development program washington state. Im excited to officially announce the 2020 colorado colorado 4h ford truck raffle. Successfully navigating 4h market livestock projects by following this publication, 4h members, leaders, and families can successfully navigate raising a market livestock project from start to finish. Print a washington county 4h livestock record book. Goat rocks is an extinct stratovolcano in the cascade range, located between mount rainier and mount adams in southern washington, in the united states. If there is still a tie, then it proceeds to the highest score of station 3, then station 4, then within age group of station 1, and then total score of common skillathon stations. Show rules vary between states and even from show to show within a state, so check the rule book before you go to the show. If you have already signed up for this 4h project, come on in and get started. The major contributor of modern goats is the bezoar goat which is distributed from the mountains of asia minor across the middle east to sind. Wsu extension publications4h washington state university.
Club goat competition in the show arena is becoming more competitive every year as junior exhibitors discover goats are an excellent choice as a livestock project. The state 4h fair is the public showcase for the washington 4h youth development program. Department of agriculture in furtherance of the acts of may 8 and june 30, 1914. The 4h goat project offers outstanding opportunities for individuals to gain experience in decision making, record keeping, responsibility, sportsmanship and. Record keeping is an ongoing process that does not end when the 4h year ends. Publications can be purchased directly from the ohio state university extension publications or from local county extension offices, where ohio 4h club advisors, club members, and other ohio residents get the best price.
They give members an opportunity to reflect on their yearly work and encourage members to set goals and develop plans to meet those goals. Osu extension is active across the state providing extension services and programming virtually, and. Care for one or more pygmy goats for at least 90 days before exhibiting. Issued by washington state university extension and the u. State fair horse information additional patterns coming soon state fair dog information. Logan county 4h livestock resources ohio state university. Youth are encouraged to select from a variety of alternatives to meet their individual record keeping needs and learning styles. Goats dairy type, pygmy, angora and boermake great 4h projects. To help 4h members to study for the breeds section of the skillathon we have the following links for them to use while they study. The entire 4h program joins with the state 4h fair board in thanking the washington state fair for their longstanding partnership and support for our state s young people. Ansonville is a rural town located in anson county, north carolina. Rabbit and cavy projects nys 4h youth development program. Dairy cattle, beef cattle, llamas, swine, goats, rabbits, sheep and poultry will be.
This is a great way to showcase all your knowledge about sheep that you gained throughout the project. Ties are broken first by the highest score on station 2. At the end of the year, keep it in your record book as a permanent record. Washington state university wsu extension publications. See our form and document help page for instructions on how to download and fill out the documents listed here and elsewhere on this website. We provide practical solutions to real issues we transform lives and livelihoods in indiana and around the world. The pennsylvania 4h program and penn state animal science department sponsors an award for the outstanding 4h market goat club leader in pennsylvania.
Washington county 4h oregon state university extension service. You can participate in market projects, breeding projects and even noncompetitive projects. In fact, the only domestic species which will return to a wild state as rapidly as a goat is the domestic cat. In level 1, identify breeds of goats, learn to be a responsible goat owner, solve goat care problems, and prepare a goat for show.
Youth can explore the use of all dairy products, from milk to meat. To show a goat, you will need to select and care for a. Contact your local county extension office through our county office list. You want to make sure the goats front feet dont end up in the low spots. Washington county 4h is the youth education outreach program of the university of wisconsinmadison, division of extension. You want to make sure the goat s front feet dont end up in the low spots. Goat project resources washington state university. Extension 4h program office at 1919 ne 78 street, vancouver wa. Goats are relatively small, easy to 4h club goat guide mississippi state university extension service. You may be asked to present it at 4h fairs for identification of animal. Cooperative extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or. New jersey 4h goat project record book for use by all southwest florida and lee county fair 4h goat project members 2018 p. In the meat goat project you can learn about breeds, health care, grooming. All market goats must be tagged at the fairgrounds on the first saturday in may.
Get involved with the 4h goat project to learn all about animal health and nutrition, breeding, selection and marketing. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. This rapidly growing program is appropriate for all 4h members from age 5 to 19 and from the inner city to the most remote rural areas. Colorado 4h youth development is part of csu extension. Please contact your local ohio state university extension 4h professional in the county in which you reside.
Youth enrolled in the 4h goat project are to complete the lesson corresponding to his or her grade as of january 1 of the current year, plus a livestock feed or record sheet. Goat project resources wsu extension washington state. National dairy goat curriculum offers three books for dairy goat project youth and one for dairy goat project helpers. Currently, we are in the process of upgrading to a new ecommerce platform. Plus, each year the washington state fair offers the chance to show off your creativity in a variety of competitive exhibits from baking, wine making, photography, art and more. Iowa state university state 4h youth development extension 4h youth bldg 1259 stange rd. Brief information on dairy goat master showmanship. Washington state 4h record books record book, level 1 c0932 record. Did you know that the boer goat breed is one of the hardiest of all livestock breeds. All extension programming is being provided virtually, postponed, or canceled.
Completing a 4h record book is a process where 4h members record project and club work. Part of your 4h record book, track all things related to ewe. Not only do you learn how to select the best rabbit, you learn to organize your thoughts. In order to exhibit at the washington county ag expo and fair, a 4h project record. The meat and dairy goat projects involves raising and caring for live animals while learning about animal health, nutrition, breeding, selection, and marketing. Livestock judging held at 4h roundup each year, competitors must qualify through their district in order to compete at this event if showing at roundup. In level 2, learn goat management practices, learn about health management practices, track kid growth, exhibit goats, and judge goats. Learning about judginglivestock equiz what is the purpose of a 4h livestock project. With market goats, you can show at all major livestock shows in texas. In the meat goat project you can learn about breeds, health care, grooming, production, reproduction, management, showmanship, marketing, and careers.
Always save the document to your computer before opening it. Wsu snohomish county 4h pygmymeat goats home facebook. Participate in the washington state spring fair with our creative kids exhibit, jr. The wsu extension 4h youth development policy is a guide for the management of these 4h programs in washington state. Applications are due to the state 4h office by march 1st. If this is your second year or beyond taking a market project or breeding project, then you can use this county record book. Judging rabbits is a good way to learn to organize your thoughts and make a decision. Youth programs with goats generally focus around 4h and ffa projects.
Find out more information about goats and 4h goat events here. In indiana, 4h can be found in all 92 counties as delivered through purdue extension. Learn about the selection, breeding, nutrition, management, showmanship and health requirements of a pygmy goat, an increasingly popular pet. The program will help you learn about feeding, caring for, managing, selecting goat project and showing goats.
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