4-H Federation will meet Monday, June 1, 7 p.m., at the Extension Office. Placemat ads will be discussed as well as other Federation business.

4-H Federation will also hold a brief meeting during Fairgrounds Clean-Up on Wednesday, July 8^th. See you there!

Individuals wishing to make livestock entries for the Illinois State Fair Junior or Open Shows must adhere to the July 1 entry deadline. The premiums books are up on the website: http://www.illinoisstatefair.info/. Click on the link for Premium Books. If you need assistance with the forms, please stop by the Extension Office.

All livestock exhibited must conform to the current year's Illinois Livestock Exhibition Regulations as stated under the general livestock rules of the Wayne County Fair Association. Health papers, as required, must accompany all animals to the Fairgrounds. Dr. Loy Hosselton has offered to test and inspect your livestock project free of charge. All you need to do is call Dr. Hosselton at 842-4884 to set up an appointment. Be prepared to let him know the kind of animal, how many, and directions to your farm.

Every year the Wayne County 4-H Foundation has the opportunity to award $500 college scholarships to outstanding Wayne County 4-H'ers. The winners are selected based on a well-rounded 4-H career. Some areas considered are 4-H projects and diversity, years in 4-H, serving as an officer, 4-H citizenship, leadership outside of 4-H, and academics. The 2009 winners are Abby Bailey and Megan Byars from Cisne High School and Emily Hatfield and Jentzi Schumm from Wayne City High School. Congratulations and best of luck to all of you!

Summer is a great time to eat healthy and stay active. Keep your body and mind going strong with these summer shape-up tips.

• Jump-start each morning with breakfast. Breakfast fuels your mind and body, and it gives you energy for work and play.
• Aim for 5 a day -- fruits and vegetables, that is.
• Make healthy food choices when eating out. Instead of a milkshake, choose low-fat milk. And instead of french fries, try a baked potato.
• Grab a healthy snack. Fresh fruits and vegetables were the first fast foods.
• Keep on moving. Regular physical activity is a powerful habit. It's fun, and it helps to strengthen your heart and other muscles. Activity helps burn energy to keep your body fit, and your mind healthy. You need about 1 hour of physical activity each day.
• Exercise with friends – it's more fun that way. Walk your dog, play Frisbee, ride bikes, or swim together.
• Exercise your mind. Even though you are not in school, read every day. Try reading one book per week.

Thursday, April 30^th

Public Presentations, 7 p.m., Extension Office

Wednesday, July 8^th

Fairgrounds Clean-up Day, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds

Friday, July 10^th

Dog Obedience and Dog and Cat Show, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds

Saturday, July 11^th

Horse Show, 5 p.m., Wayne County Saddle Club

Tuesday, July 14^th

Clothing Show, 10 a.m., Methodist Church

Thursday, July 16^th

Foods Show, 1 p.m., Geff Ruritan Building

Monday, July 20^th

General Projects Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds

Bicycle Rodeo & Tractor Driving Contest, 2 p.m., Fairgrounds

Beef weigh-in, 4 p.m., Fairgrounds

Sheep & Goat weigh-in and check-in, 5 p.m., Fairgrounds

Swine weigh-in, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds

Tuesday, July 21^st

Bucket Calf Show, 8:30 a.m., Fairgrounds

Beef Show, 9 a.m., Fairgrounds

Chicken BBQ Contest, 3 p.m., Fairgrounds

Sheep Show, 5:30 p.m., Fairgrounds

Goat Show, 6:30 p.m., Fairgrounds

Wednesday, July 22^nd

Swine Show, 8 a.m., Fairgrounds

Poultry Show, 5:30 p.m., Fairgrounds

Rabbit Show, 7 p.m., Fairgrounds

Thursday, July 23^rd

Carcass Show, 10 a.m., Enfield Slaughter Plant

Round Robin Showmanship Contest, 1 p.m., Fairgrounds

Little Pig Drive, 4:30 p.m., Fairgrounds

Awards Presentation, 5:00 p.m., Fairgrounds

Livestock Auction, 5:30 p.m., Fairgrounds

Youth Pork Quality Assurance Certification is required for any exhibitor showing junior barrows, open barrows, or Premiere barrows at the 2009 Illinois State Fair.

In reaction to most US packers requiring PQA, the Illinois State Fair is mandating this certification for its exhibitors in these swine classes. Proof of PQA Certification will be part of the Illinois State Fair entry forms due July 1^st every year.

• It is encouraged (not mandated) that youth 9-13 years of age be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the class.
• The parent or guardian cannot become certified by accompanying their child at a Youth PQA class; bust must attend an adult PQA Level III program to become certified or have a veterinarian certify them at their farm during a routine visit.
• Youth 19 years of age or older must become certified through the adult PQA Level III education program.
• Youth 9-13 years of age must re-certify annually by attending a Youth PQA education program.
• Youth under 9 years of age cannot be certified in Youth PQA, but may sell a pig under their parent or guardian's Adult PQA Level III certification.

A PQA training session will be held Monday, June 22 at the Extension Office. Please call the office to register at 842-3702.

Any youngster planning to exhibit beef, sheep, swine, goats, poultry, dairy or horses at the Illinois State Fair MUST complete Quality Assurance & Ethics training via the internet by July 1^st if they have not already done so. Once completed, you do not have to repeat the process. Horses have an earlier deadline of June 9^th. The website address is http://qaec.outreach.uiuc.edu.

4-H Camp for Grades 3-6

4-H Camp is an experience you'll never forget. Make new friends as you enjoy swimming, hiking, canoeing and team games. Learn new skills as you try sport fishing, woodworking, crafts, and nature activities. And, each evening offers special activities like campfire singing, star gazing, movies, and board games.

4-H Youth Camp runs June 7-10 and is held at WOW Little Egypt Camp near West Frankfort. All Southern Illinois kids ages 8 to 12, or in grades 3 through 6, can attend. You don't have to be a 4-H member to come to camp. Space is limited, so register early!

Registration materials will be available soon at: http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/regions/4h/camp/

4-H Camp for Grades 7-8

4-H Junior High Camp is the place for summer fun. This camp offers just the right mix of traditional camping activities and plenty of free time to hang out with friends. Besides the traditional camp fun of swimming, boating, hiking, fishing, and team games, this camp features a high ropes challenge course and energizing activities

Jr. High Camp runs June 25-27 and will be held at Camp Wartburg, Waterloo, IL. It is for all youth ages 12-14 or in grades 6 thru 8, regardless of 4-H membership. Space is limited so register early!

Registration materials will be available soon at: http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/regions/4h/camp/

If you are planning to show a bucket calf this summer at 4-H Fair, you will need your project manual/record. Please call or stop by the office to pick yours up. Remember, the judge will need to review this during judging.

Wayne County 4-H will offer free testing of all poultry (except waterfowl) as required by the IL Dept. of Agriculture. Bring any poultry to be tested to the Fairgrounds Clean-Up on Wednesday, July 8.

There will be a 4-H Livestock Committee Meeting at the Wayne County Extension Office on Tuesday, July 7 at 7 p.m. If you have an interest in serving on this committee, please contact Matt by July 1.

Judging contests are a long standing tradition in Illinois 4-H. The State Judging Contests are scheduled for Tuesday, June 16^th at the University of Illinois in Champaign. If you have never attended a state judging event, give it a try! You may choose to participate in the judging events or you may want to observe this year and see how things work. We will be carpooling to Champaign from the Extension Office. If you would like to participate, please call Matt at the Extension Office.

The 4-H Petting Zoo held May 2^nd at Frontier's Family Literacy Fest was enjoyed by young and old alike. Thank you to Jake Howell, Jentzi & Vanessa Schumm, Remington & Colt Henson, Dakota Young and Cody Simpson for sharing their animals with the crowd.

Four youth, Billy Hatfield, Cheyenne Bruce, Sara Buchanan and Sara Rogers, will be on the U of I campus June 29 – July 1 to participate in the Illini Summer Academies. In addition to studying potential careers or leadership skills, they'll explore campus life as well as mingle with teens from across Illinois. Sounds like fun!

The Wayne County Showbook has been updated with the new rules and changes for 2009. Leaders -- please drop by the Extension Office and pick up enough copies for your club members. It is also posted on our website.

4-H'ers -- be sure to read through the rules and project requirements that pertain to you. Don't hesitate to contact the office with any questions you might have.

The 2009 Wayne County Public Presentation and Food Demonstration contests were held on April 30^th. Participants included Collin Koker, Cody Simpson, Andrea Nelson, Michaela Smith, Jentzi Schumm, Katie Liston, Sidney Eckleberry, Christina Walker and Esther Smith Everyone received an "A" rating. Great job!

Public Presentations Trophy- under 12

Collin Koker

Public Presentations Trophy- 12 & over

Katie Liston

Food Demonstration Trophy

Michaela Smith

Best Food Demonstration Using Pork

Michaela Smith

State Fair Delegate - Public Presentations

Katie Liston

State Fair Delegates - Food Demonstration

Michaela Smith and Esther Smith

David Harl, a member of the Country Kids 4-H Club, attended the Regional Hippology and Horse Judging Contest held recently in Jefferson County. He placed first and qualified for state in the junior division. At the state contest held on the U of I campus, David placed 25^th. Congratulations!

The Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association Auxiliary will again sponsor the Veterinary Science Award. Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 18 (inclusive) by September 1, 2008 and currently enrolled in a Vet. Science 4-H project and must have been enrolled in a Vet. Science project at least three years (current year included). Once a 4-H member has received this award, they are deemed ineligible. The winner will receive a $100 cash award. Application deadline is July 1. Application form is available at the Extension Office by request.

Babysitters are responsible for the lives of children in their care. They are very important to both the children and parents. Babysitters need the knowledge and skills which will allow them to be competent and confident on the job.

Young people interested in acquiring basic babysitting skills will want to attend the "Super Sitter" Babysitting Clinic to be held on June 18 from 9:30 am to 3:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. Topics to be covered include business arrangements, physical care of infants, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, safety concerns, basic first aid, and activity planning.

The cost of the workshop is $18. Participants will receive a Sitter Tote Bag, a Resource Guide, other handouts, and lunch.

Remember snickerdoodles, wheat bread, funny cake, or chocolate crinkles? Do you remember these goodies from your 4-H experience? These and many more recipes from 14 University of Illinois Extension 4-H foods project books can be found in a new "favorites" cookbook available through the Illinois 4-H Foundation.

More than 150 of your old favorites from 4-H foods project books such as You Learn to Bake, ABC's of Food, Adventures in Cooking, It's Fun to Cook, Milk and Eggs, Meat in Your Meals, Pastry in Your Meals, and Yeast Breads in Your Meals are included in this 8 ˝" x 11" spiral bound cookbook. Recipes are listed by 4-H project book, alphabetically, and by food category for easy reference. Cost is $15.00 per book plus shipping. Discounts apply for larger quantities.

You may purchase the cookbooks online at http://www.4hfoundation.illinois.edu.

Proceeds from the cookbook will support current 4-H foods project resources and training for 4-H volunteers.

The Hamilton County Bandits 4-H Club is sponsoring a Horsemanship & Showmanship Clinic, Thursday, June 11^th at 6 p.m. at the Saddle Club in McLeansboro (turn south off of Rt. 14 between the fairgrounds and the housing complex). The cost of the clinic is $5 and will cover the use of the saddle club grounds and will include a 2009 membership to the Hamilton County Saddle Club. The clinic is open to all 4-H members and their horses. All members must be accompanied by an adult and all horses must be under control at all times. All horses must have a current negative Coggins.

The clinic will cover Showmanship and Horsemanship skills. Members will participate in show-like conditions with instruction from a qualified instructor. Members are asked to come prepared to show in show attire and tack. The instructor will discuss ways to better prepare you, your horse and skills for showing.

Preregistration is required by calling Bev at 643-2232 or Teresa at 757-2259. This event is cancelled if it rains.

Cooking is fun and oh so easy to do. Learn the proper way to make your own food with FNP coordinator, Laura Zurliene. Each session you'll learn a new cooking lesson and get to eat what you make. Don't think cooking is just for girls. Guys need to eat too!

Space is limited in each session, so get your registration in soon. Flyers were distributed at all local schools or call the Extension Office to request registration information.

Basic Cooking School

Monday, Wednesday & Friday

July 6^th – July 17^th

Recommended for youth ages 8 – 13

Wayne County Extension Office

9 a.m. – 12 noon

Advanced Cooking School

Monday, Wednesday & Friday

July 27^th – August 14^th

Recommended for youth who have completed Basic Cooking School

Wayne County Extension Office

9 a.m. – 12 noon

Imagine experiencing the simulation of "walking on air"…being aboard a shuttle going to Mars…living in a space station environment. You can do all this and more when you register for the 4-H Missions in Space program.

Youth who will be enrolled in 7^th – 9^th grades in the fall of 2009 can experience simulated space missions, learn about shuttle operations, and be part of a shuttle mission team by attending the 4-H Missions in Space Weekend Camp, Oct. 8-11, 2009, at the U.S. Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama.

The cost of this exciting experience is $360, which includes the Pathfinder program, housing in the Space Habitat, meals at the site, bus transportation, a T-shirt, and accommodations along the way. The only additional costs are meals while traveling and any souvenirs that you may want to purchase. A registration fee of $200 is due by July 8, with the remaining $160 due August 1.

Space is limited to the first 50 youth who register so do it today! Come in or call the office to request registration information.

If you'll be in the fifth, sixth or seventh grade this September, join us for the Discover Chicago trip October 10-12.

Discover Chicago is three jam-packed days of fun learning in one of our nation's largest cities. You'll learn about geography, history and science as you explore famous attractions in Chicago.

You'll get to:

• Tour an actual Boeing 727 jet, explore the depths of a coal mine, and take a cross country train trip at the hands-on Museum of Science and Industry.
• Dine on a medieval feast while watching brave knights show off their skills at Medieval Times.
• View the city from the John Hancock Center.
• Experience nature, science and history at Chicago's elegant and exciting Field Museum.
• Eat at the popular Rain Forest Café.
• Come face to face with marine life at Shedd Aquarium.

Cost for the trip is $299 and that includes admission to all attractions, lodging at the Embassy Suites Hotel, charter bus transportation, meals, and insurance. The registration deadline is September 1, but space is limited. Your friends who are not 4-Hers can attend, too.

For more details, contact the Extension office by phone at 842-3702, or e-mail: wayne_co@extension.uiuc.edu

Why not make plans to attend the Illinois State Fair this year. It will run from August 14^th - 23^rd in Springfield. Wayne County's 4-H exhibit day is Sunday, August 23^rd. Check out the State Fair website for information on coming attractions at http://www.agr.state.il.us/isf/.

4-H'ers - save the date of June 17^th for the Basics of GPS Workshop to be held at the Wayne County Extension Office from 1 - 4:00 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of GPS technology and then put your newly acquired skills into action as you search for hidden treasure on the Frontier campus. Cost is $8 and includes a snack. Pre-registration is required by June 15.

Peach Smoothies - Makes four 10-oz. servings

Ingredients

1 15-oz. can of sliced peaches

1 banana, sliced

1 8-oz. container of vanilla yogurt

1 cup fat-free milk

10 ice cubes

Directions

1. Put all ingredients into a blender. Be sure to put the lid on the blender.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Pour into tall glasses.

Fruit Dip - Makes 15 servings

Ingredients

3 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened 2 Tablespoons sugar

8 ounces low-fat vanilla yogurt

1/4 cup crushed fresh strawberries

Directions

1. Blend cream cheese and sugar.

2. Beat in yogurt and berries.

3. Refrigerate until serving time.

4. Serve with sliced fruit such as apples, bananas, strawberries, or pineapple.

June 1

4-H Federation, 7 p.m.

June 7-10

Southern IL 4-H Camp

June 11

Horsemanship & Showmanship Clinic, Hamilton County, 6 p.m.

June 17

Basics of GPS Workshop, 1-4 p.m.

June 18

Super Sitter Babysitting Workshop, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

June 22

PQA, 7 p.m.

June 25-27

Jr. High 4-H Camp

June 29 – July 1

Illini Summer Academies

July 1

State Fair Livestock Entry Deadline

July 6-17

Basic Cooking School

July 7

4-H Livestock Committee, 7 p.m.

July 8

Fairgrounds Clean-Up/Federation Meeting, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

July 19-25

Wayne County Fair

July 27 – August 14

Advanced Cooking School

August 23

Wayne County's Day at the IL State Fair