4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
eXtension Free Poultry Medications Webinar– Rule Changes Affecting Small and Backyard Poultry Flocks- Monday December 12, 2016 11:00 am EST Concerns over the development of antibiotic resistance in human medicine have led to the development of new regulations controlling the use of antibiotics in animal feed. Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) drugs are medically important antibiotics […]
These workshops are for Cloverbuds to age 10 starting in January. Click on flyer for more information!
Cards, Carols, Cookies, and Caring. The 4 C’s of this year’s second annual Holiday Card Party for Heroes. Thirty creative artists designed and made over 300 cards (the most we’ve ever made) to send to the United States Military this holiday season. Everyone had a great time sharing in laughter and fellowship. Special thanks to […]
Are you interested in technology? Do you want to know what 3D printing is all about? What about electronics, programming and even astronomy? We are excited to announce the Sussex 4-H Tech Club. This specialty club will be meeting at the Bridgeville Public Library every Wednesday from 5:00-6:30 pm. You can choose to attend one […]
Bridgeville Mustangs – Mallary Cummings, Reporter On Thursday November 17 the Bridgeville Mustangs 4-H meeting was out of this world. President Jenna Anger called the meeting to order. Carter Bradley led the 4-H pledge and Holly Calloway led the American pledge. CJ Carrol gave the secretary report. The treasurers report was given by Tanner Lecates. […]
2016 Delaware State Fair – A Slice of Summer Fun! – July 21-30 The Delaware State Fair is just around the corner and excitement is building as 4-H members get ready to exhibit and showcase their 4-H project work. The 4-H Department Handbook is now available on the Delaware State Fair website and you can enter entries online until the […]
We thought it would be fun to share some “Grab and Go” activities with you, focused on nutrition, fitness and other aspects of health to be used as ice breakers, or lessons for your monthly club meetings. The plan is to include one “Grab and Go” each month in the newsletter. These are easy to […]
Delaware Youth Dairy Futurity The second entry deadline for the 2016 Delaware Junior Dairy futurity is February 1, 2016. The entry form can be found here https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/29153235/2016-Delaware-Youth-Dairy-Futurity-Entry-Form.pdf To participate in the 2016 Futurity for Summer Calves, a calf must be nominated by May 1, 2016. All calves, born June 1, 2015 to August 31, 2015 […]
Camp Description: This day camp is designed for children ages 5-10. Each day we will be participating in classes that include Food Preparation and Nutrition, Arts and Crafts, Environmental Education, Recreation, etc. All activities will be hands on, creating a fun atmosphere that children will love. Other activities will be organized recreation, songs and much […]
“Auntie Em, Auntie Em!” On Saturday, April 25, forty three campers enthusiastically traveled to “The Wizard of Oz” at Cape Henlopen State Park where they participated in the 43rd annual Younger Member Weekend. Campers gathered at the Yellow Brick Road for registration. Glennda the Good Witch, Kimberlyn Scott and Dorothy, Shannon Bradley greeed campers. The […]