{"id":8000,"date":"2025-09-03T15:23:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T19:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/?p=8000"},"modified":"2025-09-05T09:41:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T13:41:21","slug":"september-4-h-4-u","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/september-4-h-4-u\/","title":{"rendered":"September 4-H 4-U"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#important dates\">Important Dates to Remember<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#county\">County 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#club news\">Club News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#state\">State 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#leaders-association\">Penobscot County 4-H Leaders Association<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"important dates\"><\/a>Important Dates to Remember<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>September 6:<\/strong> Field Day &amp; Fun Run<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>September 12:<\/strong> Millinocket Memorial Library Homeschool Meeting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>September 18:<\/strong> Volunteer Voices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>September 30:<\/strong> Tri-County 4-H Sampler &#8211; Animal Science<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>October 1:<\/strong> ZSuite 4-H Reenrollment, Deadline: December 31<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"county\"><\/a>County 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Field Day &amp; Fun Run<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The annual Field Day and the Harvest Fun Run at Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This seasonal celebration will feature informational tables, tastings and art in the garden. Visitors can explore over 30 themed gardens, including our expanded Harvest for Hunger gardens and the well-established native plant collection. Staff and volunteers will provide insights on soil testing, season extension and pollinator-friendly gardening.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"8024\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8024\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"field full oflowers\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-105x79.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-317x238.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-423x317.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-634x476.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-846x635.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-951x713.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-1268x951.jpg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Field-Day-500x375.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by Kate Garland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Children up to 12-years-old can participate in a \u00bd mile Harvest Fun Run through farm fields adjacent to the demonstration garden. Register for the Fun Run online or with paper forms at the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The event will also feature the Great Veggie Race, where competitors of all ages can create and decorate wheeled vegetable vehicles. Participants can bring their own vegetable (under 3 lbs., please) or select one upon arrival. No registration required for the veggie race.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The event is free and open to all. In case of inclement weather, please check this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/home-gardening\/rogers-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Kate Garland, katherine.garland@maine.edu; 207.942.7396.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Millinocket Homeschoolers<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Thinking about starting a 4-H Homeschool Group in Millinocket?<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">We\u2019re exploring the possibility and want to hear from you! Join us for an information session to learn what 4-H is all about, share your ideas, and see if this could be a great fit for your homeschool family.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Date: Friday, September 12<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Location: Millinocket Memorial Library \u2013 5 Maine Ave, Millinocket, ME<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Time: 10:00 am<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Whether you\u2019re curious, ready to jump in, or just want to learn more, you\u2019re welcome to join!<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Emily Pigeon at <a href=\"mailto:emily.pigeon@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emily.pigeon@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4><strong>Penobscot Valley Homeschool Adventurers 4-H Club Open House<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Curious about what PVHA is all about? Join us for our Open House on Thursday, September 18, from 1\u20133 pm at Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center, 491 College Ave, Orono, ME!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Enjoy light refreshments, try out fun hands-on activities, and learn more about how you or your family can get involved. Whether you\u2019re a long-time supporter or brand new to PVHA, this is a great chance to connect, explore, and discover what makes our club special.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This event is free and open to all\u2014we\u2019d love to see you there!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Emily Pigeon at <a href=\"mailto:emily.pigeon@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emily.pigeon@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"auto\"><strong>Volunteer Voices<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<div id=\"scroll-dialog-title\" class=\"MuiDialogTitle-root jss285 jss323\">\n<p class=\"jss286 jss324\">We want to know what is important to YOU as a Maine 4-H volunteer! Join us for an evening of connection, brainstorming, and sharing with other 4-H volunteers from your county. Dinner will be provided. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"scroll-dialog-description\" class=\"MuiDialogContent-root jss289 jss327\">\n<div class=\"fr-view\">\n<div>Date: September 18<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7973 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer-300x139.png\" alt=\"several hands holding up letter that spell volunteer\" width=\"300\" height=\"139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer-105x49.png 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer-317x147.png 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer-423x196.png 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Volunteer.png 516w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nTime: 6:00 pm<br \/>\nLocation: Penobscot County Office &#8211; 307 Maine Ave, Bangor, ME<\/div>\n<p>There is no cost to attend, but <a href=\"https:\/\/4h.zsuite.org\/event-registrations\/41361\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">registration<\/a> is required.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Jen Lobley at <a href=\"mailto:jennifer.lobley@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jennifer.lobley@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4><strong>Tri-County 4-H Sampler<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<div id=\"scroll-dialog-description\" class=\"MuiDialogContent-root jss289 jss327\">\n<p>Do you know someone who may be interested in 4-H? Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Somerset County staff are hosting workshops on the last Tuesday of each month from April to September. There will be different workshops for youth to attend each month; this month, it will be the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/youth\/animal-science\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Animal Sci<\/u><u>e<\/u><u>nce Workshop<\/u><\/a>. Guardians will have a chance to talk to 4-H staff about youth enrollment and volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n<div id=\"scroll-dialog-description\" class=\"MuiDialogContent-root jss617 jss673\">\n<div class=\"fr-view\">\n<p>This is a free event.\u00a0Please Pre-Register:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/4h.zsuite.org\/event-registrations\/38371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/4h.zsuite.org\/external-event-registration\/38371<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Registration Close: 9\/30\/2025 12:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"jss699\">Location: Jonathan Bowman Center for Enrichment, 129 Hartland Rd, St. Albans<\/p>\n<p>For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Danielle Savoy at <a href=\"mailto:emily.pigeon@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">danielle.savoy@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>2025\u00a0 Bangor State Fair<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Congratulations to all of our 4-H members who showcased their hard work and talents at the Bangor State Fair! Penobscot County youth participated in arts and crafts, club displays, educational displays, and animal shows. Great job to all our 4-H\u2019ers for representing their clubs and community with such dedication and pride!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Below you will find awards, placements and rankings for Penobscot 4-H youth and County 4-H club members.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Individual Exhibits<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloverbud Participation &#8211; Avery L &#8211; Fox Drawing and Foil Embossing<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloverbud Participation &#8211; Kingslee L &#8211; Smurfette Drawing and 3D Lion Art<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Club Exhibits<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8037 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"collage of photos showcasing market steer market lamb and youth displays\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-105x84.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-317x254.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-423x338.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-634x507.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-846x677.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-951x761.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3-1268x1014.jpg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair-3.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st Place &#8211; PVHA<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2nd Place &#8211; Penobscot Livestock<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd Place &#8211; Clever Caprines<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4th Place &#8211; Shoes N&#8217; Shears<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Individual Educational Displays<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>2nd Place &#8211; Lanie H &#8211; Breadmaking 101<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd Place &#8211; Braden R &#8211; Genetic Defects in Cattle<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5th Place &#8211; Chase S &#8211; Ayrshire vs. Holsteins<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">8th Place &#8211; Kaylee K &#8211; What is the National 4-H Conference?<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8039 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"collage of photos showcasing livestock and exhibits\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-105x84.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-317x254.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-423x338.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-634x507.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-846x677.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-951x761.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2-1268x1014.jpg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/2025-Bangor-State-Fair2.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9th Place &#8211; Rylee W &#8211; The Jersey Breed<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10th Place &#8211; Savannah B &#8211; True or False<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">11th Place &#8211; Sophia C &#8211; What Do Ewe Eat?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">13th Place &#8211; Liam C &#8211; The 5 Senses<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Club Educational Displays<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st Place &#8211; Penobscot Livestock &#8211; Sensory Differences of Grass and Grain-Finished Beef<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2nd Place &#8211; Clever Caprines &#8211; Breeds of Dairy Goat<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Special Donor Awards:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We are deeply grateful to the generous donors who make our 4-H awards possible each year. Your support not only recognizes the hard work and dedication of our youth but also encourages them to continue growing as leaders, learners, and community members. The following awards were made possible through your generosity:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis Club Beef Award &#8211; Adam B<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8065 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"Kiwanis representative presenting check to youth member.\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-678x1024.jpg 678w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-768x1161.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-93x140.jpg 93w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-317x479.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-423x639.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-634x958.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef-846x1278.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Adam-B-Kiwanis-Beef.jpg 945w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,199px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis Club Dairy Award &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mariah J and Gage Y<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis Club Goat Award &#8211; Kaylee K<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis Club Sheep Award &#8211; Jace B<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Donald Dorr Award &#8211; Aubrey W and Brody M<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Merton E. Libby Beef Award &#8211; Abby C<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Perkco Beef Herdsman Award &#8211; Isabella M and Olivia M<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>4-H Market Lamb results:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion &#8211; Abby C<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion\u00a0 &#8211; Josie B<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd Overall &#8211; Jace B<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5th Overall &#8211; Lanie H<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8041 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-300x211.jpeg\" alt=\"Penobscot Livestock 4-H group at Bangor State Fair\" width=\"300\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-300x211.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-1024x719.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-768x539.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-1536x1079.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-2048x1438.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-105x74.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-317x223.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-423x297.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-634x445.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-846x594.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-951x668.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Penobscot-Livestock-4H-club-1268x891.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Senior Showmanship &amp; Fitting &#8211; Abby C<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Senior Showmanship &amp; Fitting &#8211; Shelby G<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Intermediate Showmanship &amp;\u00a0 Fitting &#8211; Jace B<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Intermediate Showmanship &amp; Fitting &#8211; Adam B<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Junior Showmanship &#8211; Lanie H<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Junior Showmanship &#8211; Josie B<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Junior Fitting &#8211; Josie B<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8043 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--300x252.jpeg\" alt=\"4-H youth showing market lamb\" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--300x252.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--1024x861.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--768x646.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--1536x1292.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--2048x1722.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--105x88.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--317x267.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--423x356.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--634x533.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--846x711.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--951x800.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-Lamb--1268x1066.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>4-H Market Steer results:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion &#8211; Aubrey W<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion &#8211; Abby C<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd Overall &#8211; Braden R<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4th Overall &#8211; Brody M<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5th Overall &#8211; Adam B<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Senior Showmanship &amp; Fitting &#8211; Abby C<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Intermediate Showmanship &#8211; Braden R<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8045 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-247x300.jpeg\" alt=\"4-H youth showing market steer\" width=\"247\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-247x300.jpeg 247w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-845x1024.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-768x931.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-1267x1536.jpeg 1267w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-1689x2048.jpeg 1689w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-105x127.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-317x384.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-423x513.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-634x769.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-846x1026.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-951x1153.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/08\/Market-steer-1268x1537.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,247px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Intermediate Showmanship &#8211; Brody M<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Intermediate Fitting &#8211; Brody M<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Intermediate Fitting &#8211; Braden R<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Junior Showmanship &#8211; Kamryn R<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion\u00a0 Junior Showmanship &#8211; Aubrey W<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Grand Champion Junior Fitting &#8211; Aubrey W<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reserve Champion Junior Fitting &#8211; Kamryn R<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>4-H Goat results (Nigerian Dwarf)<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st and 2nd place, Sr. Kids 4 months and under 11 months of age &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st place, Dry Yearling- Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st place, Milkers under 2 years of age &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st place, Milkers 2 years and under 3 years of age &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st and 2nd place, Milkers 3 years and under 5 years of age &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span>Junior Champion Nigerian &#8211; Kaylee K<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8058 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--300x261.jpg\" alt=\"4-H youth standing with their ribbons and banners\" width=\"300\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--300x261.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--768x669.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--105x91.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--317x276.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--423x368.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--634x552.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--846x737.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF--951x828.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2025\/09\/Kaylee-BSF-.jpg 990w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nJunior Reserve Champion Nigerian &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n1st place, 5 year and older Nigerian &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\nSenior Champion Nigerian &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\nSenior Reserve Champion Nigerian &#8211; Kaylee K<\/p>\n<h4><b>4-H Goat results (All Other Purebreds)<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2nd place, Dry Yearling- Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2nd place, Dry Yearlings Junior &#8211; Kaylee K<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd place, Best Herd in Show &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10th place, Dam &amp; Daughter &#8211; Kaylee K<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1st place, Goat Senior Showmanship &#8211; Kaylee K<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3rd place, Goat Senior Fitting &#8211; Kaylee K<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"club news\"><\/a>Club News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"294\"><strong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"294\">Welcome To Our New Volunteer Leader!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"823\">We\u2019re excited to welcome Erin as our newest volunteer leader! She will soon be launching a new club in the community, bringing fresh energy, passion, and leadership to local youth and families. We\u2019re thrilled to have her join our team. Keep an eye out for more details about the club&#8217;s kickoff\u2014coming soon!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"884\">Please join us in giving Erin a warm welcome!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"state\"><\/a>State 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><b>State Youth Council<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>The Maine 4-H State Youth Council nomination form is now open!<\/p>\n<p>The Maine 4-H Youth Council is a chance to step up, speak out, and represent 4-H across our state. As part of this leadership group you\u2019ll connect local and state programs, amplify youth voice in 4-H, and promote 4-H events from Maine to the national stage.<\/p>\n<p>Nominees must be between the ages of 16-24 years of age and must have participated in 4-H for at least 2 years (club, independent, after school, school-based, mentoring or camp program). Nominations are now accepted from 4-H staff and directly from members.<\/p>\n<p>If selected, the requirements of the Youth Council are that members be an active participant (participate in 80% of meetings) and participate in the youth council project chosen for the year. The council meets a total of 6 times per year, 4 on zoom and 2 in person.<\/p>\n<p>Nominations from Extension staff and self-nominations will be accepted.<\/p>\n<p>We are currently looking for youth representation from all counties plus 4-H Camps and Learning Centers and CYFAR\/Northstar\/OhYea programs.<\/p>\n<p>Nominations are due October 15th.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/aVrdVavUU6JJVCCL7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nomination Google Form.<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey: A Path to Making a Difference<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Do you know someone passionate about youth development and community involvement? Share this opportunity to learn more about becoming a 4-H volunteer through Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey! 4-H volunteers play a crucial role in the program\u2019s success, whether it\u2019s by starting a club, sharing their skills through short-term programs, or helping with local 4-H events.<\/p>\n<p>If you or someone you know is thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer, now\u2019s the perfect time to learn more! We\u2019re offering free one-hour virtual sessions to guide potential volunteers on their journey. You can choose from the following sessions:<\/p>\n<p>October 15th from 6:00-7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>October 16th from 3:00-4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Additional session dates and times are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">program webpage<\/a>. The informational sessions are free, but registration is required. Be sure to sign up online today! For more information or if you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Jennifer Lobley at jennifer.lobley@maine.edu or call 207.255.3345.<\/p>\n<p>Help spread the word and encourage others to become part of the 4-H volunteer family!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong><b>Join the 4-H Volunteer Huddle!<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>4-H volunteers are invited to participate in the new monthly training series: the 4-H Volunteer Huddle! These quick, engaging sessions take place virtually via Zoom on the first Friday of each month from 12:00\u201312:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Step onto the sideline for a fast-paced \u201cgather\u2013learn\u2013discuss\u201d session and then jump right back into the game of 4-H! Each month will feature a different topic designed to boost your skills and strengthen your strategy\u2014you choose the sessions that interest you most.<\/p>\n<p>The kickoff session will take place on October 3 and is titled, &#8220;Goal Setting and Planning for the Year&#8221;. Start your 4-H year with confidence! In this hands-on workshop, you&#8217;ll learn simple strategies for setting goals, staying organized, and making the most of your 4-H experience.<\/p>\n<p>Details:<br \/>\nWhen: First Friday of each month<br \/>\nTime: 12:00\u201312:30 p.m.<br \/>\nWhere: Zoom (link provided upon registration)<br \/>\nCost: Free<\/p>\n<p>Registration Required:<br \/>\nLogin to <a href=\"https:\/\/4h.zsuite.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ZSuite<\/a> and go to Events, or click <a href=\"https:\/\/4h.zsuite.org\/event-registrations\/41430\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> to register (must be logged in to ZSuite).<\/p>\n<p>For more information, to register by telephone or email, or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact: Tara Wood tara.a.wood@maine.edu, 207.255.3345.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong><b>Smithsonian 4-History Project Registration Deadline<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The deadline to register for the Smithsonian 4-History Project is September 5, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. In this project, 4-H\u2019ers will conduct research and interviews to learn more about their community and share their findings through a 5-10 minute video project with support from 4-H leaders and the Smithsonian team. The project will last from September 12, 2025, to March 2026. Youth can work on their project solo or with others (either way can work well). All participants will receive workbooks and staff guidance to support their project. We will have regular meetings as a statewide Maine 4-H club to support your progress through your project See the attached flyer for more information! To register for this program, email Andrew Hudacs (andrew.hudacs@maine.edu) to let him know you are interested, and he will walk you through the process of getting enrolled.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Andrew Hudacs, University of Maine Cooperative Extension, 207.581.8204, <\/span><a href=\"mailto:andrew.hudacs@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">andrew.hudacs@maine.edu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"leaders-association\"><\/a>Penobscot County 4-H Leaders\u2019 Association<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>August 21, 2025<\/p>\n<p>Attendance: Donna Gangitano, Emily Pigeon (staff), Lucia Brown (Sec.\/Treas.), Corinna Caron (VP), Grace Coffee, Amanda Smith, Scott Leeman (Pres.), Erin Percival Carter<\/p>\n<p>The meeting was called to order at 6:06.<\/p>\n<p>Secretary\u2019s Report: Corinna motions to accept the minutes as written, Beth and Donna G. second.\u00a0 All in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Campership checks to Grace Coffe and Abby Caron were sent after 6\/30.\u00a0 Not on the July statement.\u00a0 Fedco check is $337.60.<\/p>\n<p>Corinna motioned to accept the Treasurer\u2019s report and Grace seconded the motion.\u00a0 All in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Emily needs to reschedule October\u2019s meeting \u2013 Moved to 10\/23.<\/p>\n<p>Staff Reports:<br \/>\nMany of you have already heard but CWF is now a part of Ignite. Ignite will still have tracks like AgriScience, Community Accelerators, Healthy Living, STEM but this coming year will add Animal Science and Citizenship Washington Focus (Civic Engagement).<\/p>\n<p>Deadlines<br \/>\nSeptember 1: Project Record Books<br \/>\nSeptember 12: Volunteer Voices registration<\/p>\n<p>Upcoming Events<br \/>\nAugust 26: Tri-County Wilderness Skills @ Palmyra Community Center<br \/>\nSeptember 12: Homeschool Inquiry Meeting &#8211; Millinocket Memorial Library<br \/>\nSeptember 18: Volunteer Voices Register by 9\/12<br \/>\nSeptember 30: Tri-County Animal Commodities @Jonathan Bowman Center for Enrichment<br \/>\nOctober 1: ZSuite Reenrollment<br \/>\nNovember 28 &#8211; December 14 &#8211; Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion<\/p>\n<p>TSC fall paper clover days will be: 11\/28-12\/14 &#8211; Any club attendance would be appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>TSC brought $750 to every county during the last round of fundraising.<\/p>\n<p>Awards night \u2013 when in October would we like to have it? Day, time? Thoughts? Emily would like to have a night to recognize youth and volunteers for their efforts all year round.\u00a0 She welcomes comments to make it special and nice for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>Send Wendy photos from the fair and send her some text on what is going on in the photo.\u00a0 She\u2019s preparing September\u2019s newletter.<\/p>\n<p>9\/30 &#8211; Animal commodities; Amanda and Logan Smith will be attending on behalf of animal commodities in the County.<\/p>\n<p>Camperships &#8211; None.<\/p>\n<p>Commodity\/Event Grants<br \/>\nGoat \u2013 Request for $500 for the 4-H Youth show held at Cumberland Fairgrounds; funds will help to pay for judge and supplies.\u00a0 Benefits 4-H within and outside our counties, also non-4-H youth, and 4-H leaders.<\/p>\n<p>Lucia motions approval, Corinna seconds.\u00a0 All in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Fundraising<br \/>\nPotential fundraiser \u2013 sock fundraiser \u2013 they are tall, nice quality socks.\u00a0 It has the 4-H clover on them.\u00a0 Emily brought socks to the meeting.\u00a0 The fundraiser is open on the website for orders \u2013 if no special design, then there is no bulk order.\u00a0 Emily will send out links after the meeting.\u00a0 If we like the fundraiser, could we sell them at TSC?\u00a0 Emily will look into that.<\/p>\n<p>Old Business \u2013 were bottle drive accounts set up at Damon\u2019s in Bangor or Skeeters in Old Town? \u00a0Donna talked to Damon\u2019s &#8211; they can set up a bottle drive for us, they give us 20% but they have one machine set aside and one of us as a volunteer feeds the cans in the machine.\u00a0 We get all the deposits plus 20%.\u00a0 She\u2019s still working on this.\u00a0 They also do a drop off and that is set up as a bottle drive.\u00a0 They designate one machine for a specific period of time and we have volunteers feed the bottle into the machine.\u00a0 Donna wants to check with a few other places.\u00a0 Can youth be in the facility?\u00a0 There is a redemption center in Newport that can take them.\u00a0 Would need to know the expectations of the center.\u00a0 Donna did look into Clynk too.\u00a0 Donna wondered about a January timeline since things are slower.<\/p>\n<p>BSF<\/p>\n<p>Emily is working on a google form to get feedback regarding the fair.\u00a0 That will likely come out next week.<\/p>\n<p>Application Requirements \u2013 Prior to September\u2019s meeting, Emily will scan and send both forms for review (old and current).\u00a0 The form was modified after COVID and we want to re-examine the requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Next Meeting: September 18 &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Secretary\u2019s Report<br \/>\nTreasurer&#8217;s Report<br \/>\nStaff Reports<br \/>\nAwards Night<br \/>\nCamperships<br \/>\nCommodity Grants<br \/>\nFundraising<br \/>\nBangor State Fair<br \/>\nApplication Requirements \u2013 September<\/p>\n<p>Scott makes a motion to adjourn at 6:34, seconded by Lucia.\u00a0 All in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Discuss fundraising opportunities in September\/October.\u00a0 Put on the agenda in that month.<\/p>\n<p>September\/October &#8211; Discuss campership form amendments (last 12 mo. fundraising, participation in the past and current year; project record could be submitted for past year participation).<\/p>\n<p>Discuss application requirements in Aug.\/Sept.<\/p>\n<p>Budget needs to go on the agenda in October.<\/p>\n<p>Add to November Agenda, reminder that Club Audits not submitted timely (November) are due no later than January.<\/p>\n<p>Track attendance from January \u2013 November<\/p>\n<p>Nominations in October, vote in November, no meeting in December.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Contact:\u00a0 Wendy Robertson, Administrative Specialist, by email at <a href=\"mailto:wendy.robertson@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wendy.robertson@maine.edu<\/a> or by phone at 942.7396 or contact Emily Pigeon, Community Education Assistant, email <a href=\"mailto:emily.pigeon@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emily.pigeon@maine.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. 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