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CLOVER POWER
APRIL 2018
MEGAN FREEL MADISEN GASKIN MARCI VINSAND
Youth & Nutrition Internal Coordinator County Youth Coordinator County Youth Coordinator
meganmae@iastate.edu mgaskin@iastate.edu vinsand@iastate.edu
(515) 957-5763 (515) 957-5771 (515) 957-5770
ADDISON SHRUM
My name is Addison Shrum and I am an Iowa 4-H AmeriCorps service
member through ISU Extension-Polk County. My area of focus is with Genesis Inc.
where I help mentor, teach, and coach soccer for kids all around Des Moines. I grew
up in Altoona, Iowa and I am currently a third-year student at Central College. I will
earn a bachelor’s degree in business management with a minor in mathematics.
Iowa has other towns that are interested in starting a 4-H soccer club and my
role is to partner with Genesis Inc. to develop a curriculum/4-H soccer program plan
that we believe will be effective for other communities to use in the future years.
This is one of the steps we are taking in 4-H to reach out to a wider, more diverse, audience to make an impact in
the lives of more kids through the world’s sport. I am also working to recruit and engage new 4-H volunteers who
have an interest in soccer.
Genesis Inc. and 4-H are creating a program where the youth join because of their passion for soccer, and
while they are enrolled in the program we offer them educational opportunities. Already this year the youth have
learned about different career fields from the professionals that work in them and they experienced the history and
importance of African-American culture in Iowa at the I’ll Make Me a World in Iowa event in Des Moines.
Soccer practice for the kids takes two hours. One hour is spent tutoring or engaging in educational
workshops to teach leadership, healthy living, and communication. While the second hour is designated for actual
soccer practice in a gymnasium or on a field.
From March 12 through March 15 the players participated in the Genesis Spring Break Soccer Camp. This
was an opportunity for the youth to stay active during the break. The players also were learning through different
communication and team-building workshops. The younger ages were given an overview of the rules for the game
of soccer, because this is the first time many of them have participated in an organized sport.
We are introducing the first Genesis Inc. team into the Iowa Soccer
League this Spring season. Genesis has many kids nine or ten years old,
therefore we have been able to register these kids into the Iowa Soccer
League where they will compete against other soccer clubs around Iowa. The
Iowa 4-H goal is to host a soccer tournament with other 4-H soccer clubs in
summer 2019 with the assistance of Genesis Inc.
1625 Adventureland Drive Suite A, Altoona, Iowa 50009
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515-957-5760 | Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXTENSION.IASTATE.EDU/POLK
Focus
2018 FAIR DATES
ENROLLMENT FOR 2017-2018
Enrollment for new and returning members began September 15, 2017. Re-
member, families that have been enrolled in 4-H previously should NOT create
a new profile. There is a $40 enrollment fee for each member in grades 4-12.
This year Clover Kids will be charged a $5 enrollment fee.
4-H Families will have the option to pay the enrollment fee online! Otherwise a check made payable to Polk County
Extension can be mailed or dropped off to the Polk County Extension Office, 1625 Adventureland Drive, Ste. A, Altoona,
IA 50009. Enrollments are not considered complete until members have (1) enrolled in 4-H Online and (2) paid the $40
enrollment fee.
The absolute enrollment deadline to be eligible to exhibit at the 2018 Polk County Fair is May 15, 2018. However,
youth are not considered active members until they have completed their enrollment. This means inactive members
will not receive Clover Power and will not be covered by insurance at 4-H events, including club meetings.
If you have questions about enrolling in 4-H Online or paying the enrollment fee, contact Megan.
If you need financial assistance to pay the enrollment fee, contact Marci.
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events
POLK COUNTY MEALS FROM THE HEARTLAND
The Polk County Council is again inviting member of Polk County 4-H and their families to participate in a night of
meal packaging at Meals from the Heartland. The packaging will take place on Thursday, April 19, 2018 from 6 to 8
pm at the packaging center. There is a ratio of youth to adult that we need to maintain, so parents are more than
welcome to sign up too! Contact Megan with any questions.
Sign up here: https://goo.gl/forms/uBQt3R3XKhsqGSy03
IOWA 4-H YOUTH CONFERENCE
Registration is now open to Your Passport to Adventure on June 26-28, 2018 at the Iowa 4-H
Youth Conference, an event at Iowa State University for youth who have completed grades 8
and above. Youth do not need to be enrolled in 4-H to attend! You can register between now
and June 1 for the regular registration cost of $180*. After June 2-11 the rate goes up to $200.
All registration closes on June 11. Check out the financial aid application, due April 25 to the
Iowa 4-H Foundation. For more information and to learn how to register, visit http://
www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/iowa4hyouthconference.
*The Polk County Advisory Board and Polk County Clover Dash 5K will be giving a $50 rebate to youth who
attend conference
4TH ANNUAL CLOVER DASH 5K and TOT TROT
Please join us for the 4th Annual Polk County Clover Dash 5K on July 21st, 8:30am at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. This
race is in memory of former County Youth Coordinator, Joy Niklasen. New this year is also a free tot trot for those
ages K-3rd grade!
All 4-Her's, Clover Kids, families and friends are invited to participate as a runner in the 5K/Clover Trot or as a
volunteer. All proceeds go to Polk County 4-H youth activities. Follow your clover-paved trail for a great run with lots
of amazing prizes, food and 4-H fun!
Registration for runners and volunteers is now open: polkcountycloverdash.org
For updates, follow us on Instagram: @polkcountycloverdash
And on Facebook: @polkcountycloverdash5K
FFA, 4-H, AND SCOUT APPRECIATION DAY
Date: Sunday, May 6
Time: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Living History Farms says “thank you” to all of the Boy Scout and
Girl Scout groups and 4-H and FFA members who have participated
in events and programs over the years. Members arriving in
uniform, organization jackets, or group t-shirts will receive free
admission this day.
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Events con’t
4-HER’S FOR 4-H CAMPAIGN
Dear 4-H Club Leaders & Club Members,
4-H’ers investing in 4-H’ers. This is the essence of the 4-H’ers for 4-H Campaign, sponsored each year by the State 4-H
Council. The campaign raises money to fund projects that benefit 4-H members throughout the state. This year, we
have set our goal at $29,000 with a suggested $3.00 per member donation. We also want every county in Iowa to
participate! Help us Count Your Clovers!
What Is The Iowa 4-H'ers For 4-H Campaign?
This annual campaign is conducted by youth members of the State 4-H Council Finance Committee. 4-H Clubs across
the state are encouraged to donate $3.00 per 4-H member and the funds raised benefit financial aid, State 4-H
Conference, and other projects as voted upon by the State 4-H Council. The campaign runs March 1 - June 1.
Your Campaign Contribution Supports:
State 4-H Youth Conference
Financial Aid for 4-H Program Fees and Event Registrations
Support for State Youth Council
PS: Follow our progress on Instagram! Follow us at IA4Hfor4H and share your story! #CountYourClovers
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spotlight
LEVIS-N-LACE VOLUNTEER
Members of the Levis-N-Lace 4-H club spent a day volunteering at the Special Olympics Challenge Day in early March.
URBANDALE CLOVER KIDS
The Urbandale Clover Kids celebrated spring coming during their March meeting. The club made wind socks, played
spring games and talked about the upcoming Polk County Fair. The Urbandale Clover Kids enjoy taking turns leading
the monthly meetings, with help from their parents, and choosing activities to share with the club members.
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Spotlight CON’T
INNOVATORS SPRING BREAK
Members of the Innovators 4-H club spent a day of their spring break on a “field trip”. Member put together 235 craft
bags to donate to Blank Children’s Hospital, at lunch together, and then competed in a scavenger hunt at the Iowa
State Fair Grounds!
SWINE SPECTACULAR
5 Polk County 4-H’ers competed in the Swine Spectacular on February 23 at Iowa
State University this event was put on by the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
Youth earn points in the following ways: photo & essay entries, swine judging,
skill-a-thon, written test and by attending the workshop. Points are tallied up
and the 5 youth with the most points in each division (junior, intermediate, and
senior) are notified and they will then prepare for their interview/speech. Youth
that participated include Tricia Veldhuizen, Lydia Johnson, Bridget Johnson, Ian
Palmer, & Atticus Palmer.
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Classifieds
MAIZE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
The 2018 Maize Retreat will be held April 13-15, 2018 on the ISU Campus and Clover Woods Camping Center. Youth in
grades 8-12 from across Iowa will experience 4-H Healthy Living, STEM, Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Communi-
cation and the Arts programs through a Latino and Native American perspective. More information.
WANTED: 4-H WORKSHOPS
We are looking for adults and/or youth who are interested in sharing their skills with other 4-Hers.
If you have something that you would like to share please contact Madisen.
SIGN UP FOR EXTENSION NEWSLETTER
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more about other programming happening in our county.
www.extension.iastate.edu/polk
“FROM THE FARM TO YOU” CALENDAR
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig encouraged students from Iowa to submit artwork to be considered for inclu-
sion in the “From the Farm to You” calendar. The calendars are distributed by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and
Land Stewardship at the Iowa State Fair and include artwork that emphasizes the connection between the production
of Iowa’s farmers and the products used by people every day.
“These calendars do a great job of showcasing Iowa agriculture to the visitors at our booths during the Iowa State Fair.
The creativity and artistic ability of these students help educate fairgoers about where their food comes from,” Naig
said.
Students of all ages are invited to submit artwork. Pictures should be drawn using only black lines on plain white pa-
per, 8 ½ by 11 inches. The pictures should not be colored. They can be submitted to the Iowa Department of Agricul-
ture and Land Stewardship, Calendar Kids, 502 E. 9 St., Des Moines, IA 50319.
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Drawings must be received by May 1, 2018 to be considered.
Students whose artwork is selected to be in the calendar will be recognized during the Iowa State Fair. An electronic
version of the current calendar can be seen at http://www.iowaagriculture.gov/press/pdfs/2017/
FarmToYouCalendar2017.pdf.
ADVISORY BOARD
The Polk County 4-H Advisory Board is looking to expand! Advisory Board is a group of adults and youth that meet
about 8 times a year. They are charged with the goal of finding, creating, and helping to financially support enriching
experiences for your 4-H youth. They also help with various activities at the fair, as well as help plan the annual 4-H
Awards.
Our next meeting is April 3, 2018 at 7:00 pm at extension office. For those that would like to join us, please either call
or email Madisen Gaskin so we can be sure to have enough seats and agendas!
We look forward to welcoming all new members!
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Animal and Livestock News
WEIGH-IN DATES
Please mark your calendars with the following weigh-in dates:
Swine – Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 8:00-11:00 am at Don Timmin’s Farm
Sheep and Meat Goats – Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 8:00-11:00 pm at the Iowa State Fair Grounds Sheep Barn
SWINE WEIGH-IN INFORMATION
Swine weigh-in is Saturday, April 7, 2018, 8 am-11 am at Don Timmins’ farm: 8409 NE 54 Ave, Altoona, IA 50009
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2018 Reminders
*You are only required to weigh one pig for the derby. You may weigh every pig you plan to exhibit at county fair. If
you only weigh one pig for the derby, you will not be able to change your derby pig at county fair. Everyone is required
to show one derby pig at county fair, even if you are only showing breeding/commercial gilts.
*Only pigs that are ID'ed at weigh-in are eligible to show at county fair
*You are able to exhibit 6 crossbred market animals, 6 purebred market animals, 4 commercial gilts, 4 purebred breed-
ing gilts and 4 derby animals. You may only tag-in 15 animals at weigh-in per exhibitor and may only show a total of 15
animals at fair.
*Weight limits are 230 lbs-300lbs for market animals. Commercial and breeding gilt do not have a weight limit for the
show, but a minimal of 230 lbs is required for the sale.
*This year's show will be Non-Terminal
2018 Weigh-in
For biosecurity reasons, we are going to do things the same way we did them last year.
*Please Stay in your vehicle until it is your turn to weigh. If you must exit your vehicle, please change the boot covers
before getting out again.
*You will fill out the top portion of your ID sheet while waiting in line to weigh. Please bring with you a list of your ani-
mal's (ear notch, color description (Hamp is not a description), barrow/gilt).
*If you are unable to read ear notches, someone will be available to help at weigh-in.
*We will verify that the animals on your ID sheet are present and that tag numbers match up.
*If you need help tagging animals on your trailer that (animals that are not being weighed) we will have someone avail-
able to help.
Direct any and all questions to Don Timmins 515-681-6811 and Amy Weldon 515-460-0872 prior to April 7; you may
also contact Marci Vinsand at the Extension Office. Thank you!
See you on April 7!
Swine Department
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Animal and Livestock News Con’t
DOG OBEDIENCE
We are excited to offer Dog Obedience classes in partnership with Dog Trainer, Anna Childs, located in Altoona. She
will be teaching a 10 week class starting April 17. Classes are 1 hr in length and will begin at 5:45 pm. Normally she
charges $160 for training, she is offering a 4-H discounted class for $120. We want this class to be affordable for all
youth who want to participate in the dog project, so the Polk County Advisory Board is offering a $50 stipend, making
your cost $70. (Other funding options are available if needed.) If you are interested in signing your youth up or have
more question contact Marci.
For more on Anna’s training style find here on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Adelhorstkennels/
FOOD SAFETY QUALITY ASSURANCE (FSQA)
This is a required certification for all youth who exhibit the following animals at the county or state fair.
Cattle- Breeding, Market & Dairy
Swine- Breeding & Market
Sheep- Breeding & Market
Goats- Breeding, Market & Dairy
Poultry
Rabbits
The State will be transitioning to a new program called Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA). Because this is a
transition year below is the only remaining option for training for the 2018 fair Season.
Online YQCA class option for all age levels
At this time this certification is only good for 1 year.
Please note that the online option will cost you $12/youth- Payable online
You will log in to the website using you 4-H online log in information. https://yqca.learngrow.io/Account/Login
There will NOT be any testing sessions or make up classes offered this year. Contact Marci with Questions.
RABBIT WORKSHOP SERIES
It’s time to prepare your rabbit for the county fair! Throughout this series, you will learn about the
different rabbit breeds, tattooing of rabbits, and proper showmanship. All workshops are FREE and
will be held at the Polk County Extension office in Altoona.
Sunday, May 6, 2018, 1:00-3:00 PM Tattoos, Showmanship, General questions
Thursday, June 21, 2017, 6:00-8:00 PM Carriers, Tattoos, Grooming, Showmanship, General questions
To register contact Rabbit Superintendent Bill Wolfe at (515) 556-5123.
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Animal and Livestock News Con’t
LIVESTOCK ID’S
ALL livestock ID’s will be done through 4-H Online (iowa.4honline.com)
Non weigh-in species’ ID’s are due by May 15 (they can also be done today!). To enter non weigh-in species,
you will need to log into your 4-H Online family record and add the pertinent Animal ID’s to the member record.
Weigh-In animals will be entered into 4-H online by county extension staff. It will be the responsibility of the
members to log into 4-H Online to verify that all information is correct within one week of the weigh-in date. Infor-
mation that is not verified by the members within the verification timeframe will be locked and will not be able to
be changed after that date.
If you have questions about this process, contact Marci at 957-5770 or vinsand@iastate.edu
ALL HORSE EXHIBITORS: THREE DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR
June 3 Polk County 4-H & FFA Open Horse Show
June 11 Trail clinic FREE to Polk County 4-H/FFA members
June 25 Showmanship & Show prep clinic FREE to Polk County 4-H/FFA members
All events held at Prairie Rose Arena in Elkhart.
POULTRY REQUIREMENTS
Once again in 2018: ALL poultry will be required to have pullorum typhoid testing performed within 90 days of the Polk
County Fair. Certificates from the hatchery or store of purchase do not qualify as current testing; this certificate is inva-
lid once the birds have entered your farm.
Again this year NO testing will be done at the fair. Instead, we will hold a pre-fair testing day on July 7, 2018. We ask
that you please come between the times assigned to your club name.
8-10 am- Clubs A-J
10-11:30 am- Clubs K-Z
DAIRY GOAT SHOWING AND FITTING CLINIC
IDGA (Iowa Dairy Goat Association) will be offering a Showing & Fitting Clinic, including training for those interested in
4-H and FFA judging. Free and open to all.
Saturday, May 12, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 am
The clinic will be hosted at Ma’s Acres in central Iowa:
9398 NE 100th Ave, Bondurant, IA 50035
This is a hands-on clinic! No need to bring your goat as we will be using those provided by Ma’s Acres who has all ages
available. Please wear clean boots for biosecurity. You will be shown the proper way to set up your goat in the ring and
how to walk your goat according to the judges’ directions. Demonstrations will include hoof trimming and hair clip-
ping. Questions are encouraged!
A main course at lunch will be provided. We ask that you bring a side-dish or dessert to share and a chair.
With questions or to RSVP contact Judi Nayeria at 515-250-4836 by May 5 . th
10Attention: leaders!
CLOVER POWER SUBMISSION DEADLINES
Email submissions for Clover Power to Megan and Marci and Madisen especially if you send on deadline day.
For May, submit by 4/26/18
For June, submit by 5/25/18
For July, submit by 6/27/18
For August, submit by 7/28/18
ANNUAL APRIL LEADER MEETING
Mark your calendar! The Annual April Leader Meeting is Wednesday, April 25 from 1:00–3:00 pm OR 6:30–8:30 pm. We
will share updates about upcoming events, as well as county fair updates!
SIGN UP FOR EXTENSION NEWSLETTER
Sign up for our new e-newsletter to learn more about other programming happening in our county.
www.extension.iastate.edu/polk
IOWA STATE FAIR LITTLE HANDS ON THE FARM CLUB OPPORTUNITY
Inviting your club or county to participate in a shift of volunteers! A great team building activity. Receive admission tick-
et and vehicle permit along with a Little Hands on the Farm volunteer t-shirt! Emily Wynn, Agriculture Education Coor-
dinator at the Iowa State Fair ewynn@iowastatefair.org
ADVISORY BOARD
The Polk County 4-H Advisory Board is looking to expand! Advisory Board is a group of adults and youth that meet
about 8 times a year. They are charged with the goal of finding, creating, and helping to financially support enriching
experiences for your 4-H youth. They also help with various activities at the fair as well as help plan the annual 4-H
Awards.
Our next meeting is April 3, 2018 at 7:00 pm at extension office. For those that would like to join us, please either call
or email Madisen Gaskin so we can be sure to have enough seats and agendas!
We look forward to welcoming all new members!
4-H ALUMNI DATABASE
In 2019, Polk County 4-H will turn 100 years old and in March of 2017, Polk County Extension turned 100 years old and
we realized that we do not have a good database of emails for our Alumni! So, in anticipation of this big birthday we
are wanting to putting together a better email list.
Please take a minute to fill out this google form to help us put together a list of our alumni: https://goo.gl/forms/
AsOpQZdCF3BGzi4O2
If you know of alumni who are not a part of the Clover Power mailing please send this link out to them as well
11POLK COUNTY FAIR
2018 POLK COUNTY FAIR DATES
Mark your calendars for July 18-23, 2018!
Entry Forms Due: July 2, 2018
Poultry testing: July 7, 2018
Clothing Event: Saturday, July 14, 2018
4TH ANNUAL CLOVER DASH 5K
Please join us for the 4th Annual Polk County Clover Dash 5K on July 21st, 8:30am at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. This
race is in memory of former County Youth Coordinator, Joy Niklasen.
All 4-Her's, Clover Kids, families and friends are invited to participate as a runner in the 5K/Clover Trot or as a volunteer.
All proceeds go to Polk County 4-H youth activities. Follow your clover-paved trail for a great run with lots of amazing
prizes, food and 4-H fun!
Registration for runners and volunteers is now open: polkcountycloverdash.org
For updates, follow us on Instagram: @polkcountycloverdash
And on Facebook: @polkcountycloverdash5K
POLK COUNTY FAIR BOOK
The fair book has been updated and is live at polkcountyfairiowa.com .
We have some new livestock classes please check the fairbook for full details.
4-H
Meat Goat- Buck Class
Poultry- Turkey Classes
Rabbits- New breed colors & Homegrown rabbit class
Sheep- Multiple revisions and rule clarifications
Building
Changes to all class numbers
Class expansions
Clover Kids
Education Presentations
Horse- Showmanship
12Calendar 2017-2018
June
April 5 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm
2 Make-up Annual Volunteer Training 6:30 pm 6 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm
4 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm 9 King and Queen Candidate Interviews
7 Swine Weigh-In 8:00-11:00 am 20 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm
18 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm 21 Rabbit Workshop 6:00–8:00 pm
25 Leader Meeting 1:00–3:00 pm or 6:30–8:30 pm 26-28 State 4-H Conference
28 Sheep Weigh-In 8:00-11:00 am
July
2 Polk County & Iowa State Fair Entries Due
May 3 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm
1 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm 4 Office Closed
2 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm 11 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm
6 Rabbit Workshop 1:00–3:00 pm 11 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm
15 Livestock ID’s Due in 4-H Online 14 Clothing Event
15 Last Day to Enroll in 4-H 18-23 Polk County Fair
15 Polk County Fair King and Queen Applications Due
16 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm August
28 Office Closed 9-19 Iowa State Fair
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