Monday, July 31, 2017

Arizona State Fair- 4-H Fair Entries

Hi All-

I wanted to share with you about the upcoming Arizona State Fair and the opportunities for our 4-H members to participate in. It is open to ALL 4-H members who are in good standing from the 2016-2017 year. Cloverbuds can also have fun and make projects to exhibit at the State Fair.

I am attaching the rules and regulations exhibitor handbook. Parents please read through with your members and follow all deadlines.

State Fair Exhibitor Handbook for fair entries

This is a great time for all 4-H members!!

AZ State Fair Website - Here is the link to the state fair website if you need additional information.

Livestock members- There is a fun Livestock Judging Contest to be held on Saturday, October 21st @ 8:30am. Entry forms are due by October 20th and can be found on the AZ State Fair website. I know we have a junior team put together and going to participate! We would like to put together a senior team, Hailey is looking for 4-H members between 14-18 to join her. If you know of anyone please let us know.

Let me know if you have any questions about the Arizona State Fair!


Thursday, July 6, 2017

Arizona State 4-H Horse Show- Help needed!!

Want to know what's going on? Please see our Annual Meeting Minutes here!
2017 AZ 4-H Horse Annual Meeting Minutes

We are looking for your help! There are lots of ways to help.

We are looking for Superintendents for our November show (English, Western, Gymkhana, Roping and Sorting, Trail is fulfilled).

We also need extra hands and minds to make the experience for our kids great!
For example:
                                          i.    Program & Cover Art
                                         ii.    Flag Presentations-Michelle Weese Pinal
                                        iii.    Senior Presentations- Michelle Weese Pinal
                                        iv.    Family Fun
                                         v.    Shirt Order & Design
                                        vi.    Photographer
                                       vii.    Ribbons – Kerry Officer Pinal
                                      viii.    Awards
                                        ix.    Poster Contest
                                         x.    Photo Contest – Jane Scott - Maricopa
                                        xi.    Sponsorship

                                       xii.    Groom Squad – Kerry Officer - Maricopa

Please express interest by attending our upcoming Committee meeting on August 2nd at 7:00 p.m. by phone or send an email to azstate4hhorse@gmail.com

Regular meeting call-in information
Call: 712.775.7031
Code: 474.424.977

IMPORTANT Updates for Pinal County Junior Livestock

Hi All,

I wanted to let you know that PCJLC has updated their website with tons of new information. So please be sure you bookmark their website and refer back to it as needed to check dates, forms, etc...

First off the new rule book has been updated and is now available. Please be sure you read the new rule book with your youth member. I have included a link to it in the forms section on our blog so that you can refer back to it at anytime.    2017 2018 PCJLC Rule Book

PCJLC has posted dates for all future committee meetings. They all are held at the Pinal County Fairgrounds. It is open to the public to attend. It definitely helps to keep you informed. Here are those meeting dates:   6:30pm is the start time
August 22nd
October 17
January 16th
February 20th

Also, on their website under calendar of events that have listed ear tagging days for Swine, Goat, Lamb and Veal. I will be sure to update them on our blog as well.

Fair Setup day is set for January 13th from 11am-2pm. This is the day we setup pens and get ready for fair. We need as much help as possible. Bring gloves, pliers, and wires!

I can't wait for the 2018 County Fair!