4H Updates

Well, I don't know about the rest of you, but I'm a little sad the fair is over.  Everyone did such a good job and it was so much fun!  But moving on, Susan and Big Jim have asked me to let you know about upcoming events.

This Saturday 9/3 - BARN MEETING CANCELED due to the holiday.

Next meeting will be Monday September 12, 6-7:30 pm at the fairgrounds.

Next Barn Day Saturday September 17 at O'Neil Farm.  We will be preparing for Farm Day, which is Sunday September 18.

Don't forget to send me your great pix from the fair so I can finally update the pix on the website!!

Thank you
Maryellen Lee



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Fair Clean Up Day and Fair Thank You

Thank you to the club members and families who helped out at the Marshfield fair. What a fantastic week it was until hurricane Irene decided to cut our fun short!
The Oneil cows will be heading back to the farm on Monday morning around 8a, we are asking that everyone be at the fairgrounds around 9a to complete the clean up. All fair premiums will be given out on Monday after clean up is complete.
Jimmy and I would like to thank everyone again for all your dedication and hard work at the Marshfield fair.
We would like to put some new pictures on the website so if you would like to share some pictures please email to Maryellen Lee
Jimmy and I also would like to thank the club members who did not show but did help out during the week, it is most appreciated.
Thank you again and congratulations to everyone!
See you all Monday morning.


Susan and Big Jim

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4H Fair Schedule Changes Due to Impending Hurricane

The awards ceremony for the Marshfield Fair has been moved to Saturday after the dog show (around noon) due to the impending hurricane. All 4-H activities scheduled for Sunday have been cancelled and the animals will be leaving the fair sometime Saturday with those animals traveling the farthest leaving first.
Some other changes are: the beef show scheduled for Sat is today at 11 am. The sheep achievement will be at 1 pm, horse achievement is at 3 pm and the auction is at 6 pm. The dog show will still be going on at 9 am tomorrow. We will update you as more information becomes available.

Leaders: your enrollment packages are available at the 4-H office. You may pick them up today until 11:30 am, Mon, Wed or Fri. next week between 8:30 am and 2 pm.

Thank you

4-H office

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4H Fair Reminders and Dates

Hello All,

 

A few reminders about the upcoming Marshfield Fair that opens this week, Friday August 19th at 12 PM!!

 

The Plymouth County 4-H Advisory Council is still looking for help staffing the 4-H Water Booths at the Fair.  There are 2 booths, which each need 2 shifts per day, for the duration of the Fair, Aug 19-28.  Shifts are 12-4 or 4-8.  This is the main fundraiser for the Plymouth County 4-H Program, we raise over $4000 each year with this fundraiser.  We have over 300+ kids in 4-H in Plymouth County, please help support our programs by donating a shift of 4 hours at the Water Booth.  We should be able to fill these time slots without a problem, please pass this on to your 4-H'ers and their families so we can fill all shifts.  For more info contact Marie Van Slyck at meekvan@aol.com   If you have questions please let me know.

 

Also 4-H Records and Posters for Achievement shows are due Sat, Aug 20th at the show office.  Please remind your 4-H'ers that these must be entered on time for judging. 

 

Demonstrations will be happening all week during the fair.  Any 4-H'er can do a demonstration on a topic of their choice.  It should be similar to a 4-H Visual Presentation, but must be 30 mins long.  You will earn a $10 stipend of all demonstrations you complete.  Please see Lisa Zadrozny at the Fair for more info.  Kids will be able to sign up the day of if they are just coming in for the day.  We will do our best to accomidate all 4-H'ers who would like to do a demonstration.

 

4-H Day is Wed, Aug 24, all 4-H'ers are welcome to attend and participate in the activities for that day.  Please let me know if you have questions regarding 4-H Day.

 

Hope to see many of you at the Marshfield Fair!  Enjoy the remaining days of summer!

 

Molly Vollmer

Extension Educator

Plymouth County Extension

266 High Street

Hanson, MA 02341

781-293-3541

mvollmer@umext.umass.edu

 

 

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4H Extra Meetings and Fair Info

Happy Monday to everyone,

 

Jimmy and I wanted to thank all of you who helped with the clean up day on Saturday. The barns are looking great for the arrival of the animals. I am sure the public will think so too!

 

We are fast approaching opening day at Marshfield fair and Jimmy and I wanted to go over a couple of things as we are all preparing for animal transport and shows.

 

 

There will not be a meeting at Oneils tonight as the weather does not look like it will be in our favor. There will be a meeting on Wednesday from 6-730p for all of you that would like to wash your cows and  for those who would like to start clipping your cows. It is a good idea to start clipping your cows a few days earlier than your show date so that you can use your show date to clean up your clipping..It takes many hours to prepare your cow for a show so we suggest a good washing before clipping too!

Merrie, along with some of the older girls will be available to assist and answer your questions regarding the clipping. Each handler is responcible to clip their own cow with no help from parents.

 

I hope everyone has looked at the list for the items needed for the fair. Please make sure that you label all your belongings. Each cow will need a water bucket it is a good idea to put the cows name on the bucket. Grain buckets will be provided from Oneil's farm. A white board has been put in the shavings room with each cow's name on it and the feeding schedule, please make sure to check this daily.

 

Aug 18th animal check in day for Marshfield fair 3-930p...All club members are required to help out with the arrival of the animals..

Please plan on meeting at Oneil farm around 330p all cows will need to be fed before they can leave the farm. When you arrive at Oneil's please talk with Chris and ask him what your cow will need. I am asking that parents please do not just drop off their child until either Alexa or myself is their to transport the cows around 430p. Your child will travel with their cow from Oneil's to the Marshfield fair. I suggest sending your child with drinks and food as it is a long day and they will not be leaving till around 930p.  

 

 

 

 

a Mandatory safety meeting will be held around 8p-930p and all fair entry bracelets will be given out at safety meeting, parents are also invited to be at the safety meeting. 

 

 

 

Aug 19th opening day of Marshfield fair..barn meeting at 830a. Jimmy and I are asking that everyone plan on being at the barn meeting for opening day.  

I understand that everyone has busy schedules but please make the time to be at these meetings.

 

Also a reminder that proper attire should be worn at the barn and at the fair at all times. Long pants and t-shirts with closed toe shoes/boots. It is always good to have an extra set of clothes in your show box.( there is a nice clean shower available too)

There is an area in the dressing room to hang your show clothes, please make sure they are all labeled. 

 

Andrea and Jeff went over cell phone issues. Cell phones should not be used while you are in the barn. If you need to contact your parents kindly go over to the picnic tables in the food area make your call or text and then put your phone away. Please remember why you are at the fair. You are on display along with your animal.  

 

A sign up sheet will be available later this weeks for help at the fair. If you sign up for a shift and find out that you can not cover the shift please make sure to contact Jimmy or Susan with the person who will cover that shift.

 

Please take a look at the Marshfield fair booklet in advance to know what dates the different shows are. Please do not sign up for barn shifts when you are going to be getting ready for a show, when you sign up for barn shifts they will require that you will be in the barn and greeting the public to our 4H barns. 

 

 

the following will be the times for barn shifts, we are looking for 4 ppl and 2 adults per shift 

800a-1200p

1130a-330p

300p-700p

630-1030p

 

If you can please email me by Tuesday what shifts you can cover. I will send back a completed list by Thursday am. 

 

Oneil farm will have 12 cows going to the fair. It is going to be a busy week and will need a lot of help from all club members and parents.

 

Jimmy and I are looking forward to a fun time at the Marshfield fair.  

 

FYI  Jimmy's cell 339-793-3775

       Susan's cell 781-308-9727

 

we will have our phones on us at all times..

 

Thank you again,

 

Susan and Jimmy

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4H - A NASCO Show Animal Contest

A fun opportunity you all may want to participate in!!

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Fair Supply List

Back by popular demand!!

Farm Supply List

Extra Meetings and Fair Info

Here is the official info:

 

1. Aug 10th meeting at Oneil's barn 6-730p 

2. Aug 12th meeting at Oneil's barn 6-730p

3. Aug 13 Marshfield fair clean up day at dairy barn 9-12p pizza will be served..all club members are asked to help out.

4. Aug 13th possible meeting at the barn 6-730p?

5. Aug 18th animal check in day for Marshfield fair 3-930p...All club members are required to help out with the arrival of the animals..a Mandatory safety meeting will be held around 8p-930p and  all fair entry bracelets will be given out at safety meeting. 

 

6. Aug 19th opening day of Marshfield fair..barn meeting at 830a. Jimmy and I are asking that everyone plan on being at the barn meeting for opening day.  

I understand that everyone has busy schedules but please make the time to be at these meetings.

 

Also a reminder that proper attire should be worn at the barn and at the fair at all times. Long pants and t-shirts with closed toe shoes/boots. It is always good to have an extra set of clothes in your show box. 

 

A sign up sheet will be available later this weeks for help at the fair. If you sign up for a shift and find out that you can not cover the shift please make sure to contact Jimmy or Susan with the person who will cover that shift.

 

Please take a look at the Marshfield fair booklet in advance to know what dates the different shows are. Please do not sign up for barn shifts when you are going to be getting ready for a show, when you sign up for barn shifts they will require that you will be in the barn and greeting the public to our 4H barns. 

 

 

Oneil farm will have 12 cows going to the fair. It is going to be a busy week and will need a lot of help from all club members and parents.

 

Jimmy and I are looking forward to a fun time at the Marshfield fair.  

 

FYI  Jimmy's cell 339-793-3775

       Susan's cell 781-308-9727

 

we will have our phones on us at all times..

 

Thank you again,

 

Susan and Jimmy

 

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Extra Meetings this Week

There are tentative barn meetings scheduled for Weds Aug 10 and Friday Aug 12 at the O'Neil Farm from 6-7:30 pm.  Please watch the blog and your email for confirmation and/or changes.  Merrie will be working with the kids to get them ready for the fair. 

Also a reminder - Fair Clean-up day is this Saturday Aug 11 9-12 at the fairgrounds!!  We will need all hands on deck.

Also, if you didn't get the email RE fair supplies, we have hard copies at the meetings, or let me know and I'll resend it to you.

Thank you


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Meeting tonight, Monday Aug 8

 Hey guys,

 

Monday  we have a meeting from 6 to 7:30pm, but instead of having it at the fair grounds we will be at the farm to work more with our cows! Hope to see you guys there!

thanks Merrie

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4H Barn Meeting this Saturday

 Hey guys,

 

We have a meeting this saturday Aug 6  from 8:30 am to 10am.  I hope that works for everyone!  We can do what every you guys feel you need to do! If you feel like you need to bathe we can bathe, clip etc.  Just let me know so i can plan ahead!   Maybe start thinking about clipping... its good to have the cows clipped before we go to fair!  Hope to see everyone has a cow there!!!

 

Thanks,  Merrie :)

 

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