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BIWEEKLY UPDATE | MARCH 2021 NATIONAL SPINACH DAY SPINACH QUESADILLAS REGISTRATION & CURRICULUM REMINDER DID YOU KNOW? TODAY IS NATIONAL SPINACH DAY! BRUSH UP ON YOUR SPINACH FACTS! We're celebrating National Spinach Day with Dr. Larry Stein, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Horticulturist! Dr. Stein gives us a behind-the-scenes tour and shares an overview of spinach, harvesting methods, where it is grown, and more. Be sure to check out both videos on our YouTube or Facebook! MAKE SPINACH QUESADILLAS TO CELEBRATE! Treat the family to a delicious and nutrient-dense dinner of Spinach Quesadillas!  Watch Carla Anthony prepare it on YouTube to get your ideas flowing, and click here to download the printable recipe and peruse other recipes! SPINACH QUESADILLA RECIPE REGISTRATION & CURRICULA REMINDERS Getting started again with JMG? Make sure to get registered here, and pick a curriculum to use! Wondering what curriculum to use? Browse options on our website! If you have questions, email us at juniormastergardener@gmail.com. To purchase, visit the AgriLife Bookstore! If you need assistance with your order, reach out to learnonline@ag.tamu.edu, or call 979-803-1372. VISIT OUR WEBSITE Junior Master Gardener Program | juniormastergardener@gmail.com CONNECT WITH US:  ‌  ‌  ‌

2021 4-H Inbound Exchange

 

This information was made available through the NC 4-H website and is available from:  https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/2021/03/exciting-international-4-h-opportunity-hosting-a-japanese-delegate-in-2021/ 

   The 2021NC 4-H Inbound Exchange this coming summer is set to take place July 24th – August 18th! The information below highlights some of the programs, but more information can be found here: 2021 NC 4-H International Exchange Programs.

• The Inbound program will look a bit different for 2021: we will be hosting 10 delegates from Japan with 1 chaperone. Our regular capacity is 12 delegates and 2 chaperones here in NC.  
• The States’ 4-H program and the Japanese programs have decided they will not be sending delegates younger than 13; however, they have allowed an age difference of 4 years for host siblings (with proper discussion with host families taking place before placement). 
• There will be COVID-19 Health Guidelines outlined with host families and Japanese delegates ahead of the exchange. 
• Pickup and dropoff points may be different than usual but will be outlined in Host Family Orientations.
• Requirements for testing and vaccination encouragement will also be covered in Host Family Orientations. 
• Host Family Requirements: complete application, meet local 4-H agent/staff, register in 4-H Online (if not already), pass background checks, pass in-home visit (virtual), attend Host Family and Host Sibling Orientations, and maintain communication with state coordinator and chaperone. 

    There have already been inquiries throughout the state about hosting this summer, so we know there is some interest in this program. However, there is still a chance that the program may be suspended due to changing conditions throughout each country. Have questions concerning this opportunity? Contact Daniel Collins (dpcollin@ncsu.edu) or Dr. Shannon McCollum (shannon_mccollum@ncsu.edu).

NC 4-H International Exchange Programs 

2021 Japanese Hosting Flyer 

DIRECT LINK to 2021 Hosting Application Info

Calling our Citizen Science Volunteers!

 

NC 4-H and Citizen Science. It's Connected Branching into Being the Scientist 4-H Volunteer Registration

Citizen Science and 4-H. It's Connected What does a scientist looks like? Normally when we think of a scientist it is someone in a sterile lab with a white lab coat. That could be the image. But what if I said, what is a citizen scientist? What image comes up in your mind? Take a minute to think about that. A citizen scientist is not the professional scientist, but a person who is curious. A citizen scientist comes from all walks of life. Citizen Science allows curious citizens to collaborate with professional researchers on all kinds of topics.   "Community science," "Amateur science," "crowdsourced science," “volunteer monitoring” and "public participation in scientific research" are also common aliases for citizen science.   How does Citizen Science connect with 4-H? That's easy. Come learn how to add Citizen Science to your normal 4-H programming.  Get your 4-H volunteers and 4-Hers digging deeper in content of interest as we introduce our partnership with SciStarter and the NCSU Citizen Science Campus. Come Learn with us on Wednesday April 7 starting at 6:00 pm how you can apply citizen science to your local 4-H programs. Deadline to Register Friday April 2,2021 Register Here

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension. Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by [INSERT DATE] to [CONTACT NAME & PHONE/EMAIL].

On the Dock of the Bay Fundraising Event

 

On the Dock of the Bay 2021 Event Announcement Eastern 4-H Center’s Virtual Event Fundraiser -  Celebrating 20 Years on Bulls Bay The Eastern 4-H Center is hosting a special virtual event for the 2021 On the Dock of the Bay on Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. The virtual event will feature live and pre-recorded segments celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Eastern 4-H Center’s opening on Bulls Bay and the Albemarle Sound. On the Dock of the Bay is an annual fundraiser that supports the Eastern 4-H Center. The event will include musical entertainment, including rising country singer Paige King Johnson, who grew up in 4-H, as well as video messages from campers and tributes from patrons that have impacted the center’s success through the years. On the Dock of the Bay sponsorships are appreciated and registration is required to participate during the virtual event. All sponsors and their guests, in addition to event ticket holders, will receive a special ‘Dock Party Pack’ that will be mailed in advance and a link to access the event on Saturday, May 1st. As a token of appreciation, the party pack will include a 20th Anniversary t-shirt, champagne flute for you to fill with your favorite beverage at home, recipe cards with some of the event’s culinary favorites, snacks and candies, a chance to win the event’s sunset toast jewelry giveaway, and other surprises!  Proceeds from this fundraising event provide camp scholarships and help support the educational programs and operations at the Eastern 4-H Center. Online Registration is Now Available! Virtual Event - May 1, 2021 REGISTER NOW! Questions? Contact - Sara Lilley Phelps at slphelps@ncsu.edu ONLINE EVENT REGISTRATION LINK Special Note - due to the Dock Party Pack deliveries, please complete your event registration as soon as possible! Registrations are requested by Monday, April 19th

Calling Our 4-H Teens!

Time to save the date for our 14-18 year olds.  District Teen Retreat will be held virtually April 20th from 6-8:30 pm.   More information will be coming soon so get ready for a fun time!

Calling all Artists

 

Here is a chance to seriously go big and stay home, the Home Store that is.  The Church and Community Center is looking for some inspired artists to transform their home store. See their message below.

Last Call for local artists for our mural project!

We are seeking the help of local artists to transform our Home Store into a beacon of hope. We will be taking submissions for artists in 3 categories.
-Grades 9-12 ($1000 cash prize+materials)
-Collegiate ($2500 cash prize+materials)
-Working/Professional ($5,000 cash prize+materials)

We encourage submissions to reflect the themes of our community!

For more information or to submit, please visit our website https://www.robesontogether.org/mural-contest/! 

All entries must be in by April 1st! 

Art Hub 4-H Club

Thomas outside looking 
at color, and drawing.

 Our newest lineup to the clubs met for the first time last night.  The virtual club has 10 members and is already off to a colorful start.  Meeting virtually the youth had the opportunity to meet each other over padlet prior to the meeting.  During the meeting the learned about primary (red, yellow, and blue) colors and secondary colors (orange, green, purple).  The group played a color scavenger hunt to find items that were either primary or secondary colors.  

Jahari's color submission

At the end of the meeting the artists were commissioned to go outside and see color.  Then sketch out what they see in their sketchbooks, or on a piece of paper, and demonstrate the color they see.  The youth are then asked to put a short video of them explaining their art on the club's Flipgrid page or on their padlet.  They have a week to complete the work.

This club will meet weekly for six weeks.  For more information about this club please contact Wendy Maynor, 4-H Program Associate, at wrmaynor@ncsu.edu.

Thoughts and Prayers for our 4-H Family

 

Beverly Chambers accepting her club's charter seal
at 4-H Appreciation Night in 2017.

Beverly Chambers, a 4-H Volunteer for 22 years and club leader for Spiritual Generations 4-H Club, passed away overnight.  She had been battling COVID and had been hospitalized for more than a month.  

Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family, her 4-H family, and all those whose lives she touched.  At this time arrangements have not been announced.  As soon as we know more we will share it with you.  

 

Please remember Beverly's family in your thoughts and prayers.  She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Hybrid Livestock Science Camp

 

What is NC State’s Hybrid Livestock Science Camp? 

The camp program is designed to have students explore the science (nutrition, genetics, physiology, health, engineering etc.) of animal production.  Participants will engage in laboratory activities at home, watch demonstrations/farm tours, and connect with industry leaders. Throughout the week we also explore the high-demand STEM careers related to animal science, there is a whole world beyond veterinary medicine.

What is the format of the camp? 

The virtual camp program will involve a camp resource page for exploring various animal industries, live virtual meetings, and at home activities. Live programming will occur from approximately 9am to 3pm Monday-Thursday June 28-July 1st. NC State Animal Science and Agricultural Education students serve as counselors and part of the educational team.  There will potentially be a one-day live animal interaction workshop at the end of the camp program July 2 or 3, 2021 (Covid-19 guideline dependent). This workshop would be an opportunity for participants to learn some basic livestock handling and husbandry skills at the E. Carroll Joyner Beef Educational Unit (multiple species of livestock will be included). (Covid testing, symptom monitoring,and Covid risk acknowledgement may be required prior to participation)

Who should apply? 

Any youth ages 15-18 years old who have an interest in animals and science. No prior experience working with livestock animals is required- this is a safe place to explore the animal industries. Applicants should be enthusiastic about exploring opportunities to advance the lives of livestock, discover the science around livestock husbandry, and human-animal interactions.  

What do students gain from participating? 

Camper reflections demonstrate: 1) growth in the detail and precision of scientific management practices that go into caring for livestock, 2) a deeper appreciation for the production livestock species in which they may not have previously had an opportunity to engage with, 3) creation of memories that will last a lifetime, 4) the opening of doors to new careers, and 5) build a network of friends throughout NC State.

Camp Fees/requirements? 

There is no application fee. The virtual camp programming will require participants have access to high-speed internet connections for the 4 full days of camp. The virtual camp will cost $125. The live animal workshop would be an additional $75 fee for selected participants (due at a later time based on Covid-19 guideline updates). 

35 scholarships are available for youth from under-represented populations in animal science. Priority will be given to youth from Wake County, Black/Latino/Native American youth, 1st generation college seeking, and/or low-income.

Where can applicants get more information and apply? 

Visit https://cals.ncsu.edu/animal-science/extension/livestock-science-camp/ for pictures, stories, and more information. The application is available through this link until April 1st. Scholarships to assist with camp fees will be available to qualified applicants (scholarship application is embedded in the camp application).

Email: carrie_pickworth@ncsu.edu or livestocksciencecamp@gmail.com or call Dr. Carrie at 919-513-0262 with questions.

NC State, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and the Livestock Science Camp are committed to supporting diversity engagement. Diversity is about more than just one element of a person’s identity, like race, gender or ethnicity. It’s about inclusion, equity and celebrating differences — as well as similarities. We strive to make this camp a gateway of inclusion for exploring animal science.