The 4-H Federation closed out its 2008-2009 SET program theme while spending the night at the fairgrounds watching "The Fantastic Four" on a big movie screen. During fair week, the group hosted the annual 4-H Cloverbud Party; sponsored the 4-H Clover Olympics; and provided overall support for the 4-H Children's Farm.
Federation members kicked off the 2009-2010 program year on September 20th with the annual campfire recognition program at Joseph and Michael Ring's House. Members engaged in a business meeting, fireplace meal, games, and an awards program. Additionally, the group agreed on "Animal Science" as its 2009-2010 theme.
Federation committees are currently working on plans for Achievement Day '09 Decorations, Advanced Night of Dabbling, and monthly meeting activities.
The 2009-2010 Officer Team is:
President: David Shuman (Pine Creek Valley)
V-President: Linda Zack (Ogle Jolly)
Secretary: Megan Wolfe (Carefree)
Treasurer: Megan Richter (L.R. Busy Beavers)
Reporter: Lizzi Stauffer (L.R. Soaring Eagles)
Historian: Katherine Edwards (L.R. Soaring Eagles)
Sentinel: Joseph Ring (Carefree)
Recreation Co-Chairmen: Jackie Detig (Bit's 'N Reins) & Jordyn Strohman (Ogle Jolly)
All 4-H members who are 12 years or older are invited to participate in Federation. Call the Extension office to be added to the mailing list or send an email to canders3@illinois.edu.
