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4-H Foodstand Painters & Helpers Needed!

Work Day Schedule Update!  Since there isn’t a dairy breakfast this year, the 4-H Foodstand workday Saturday, June 2nd has been rescheduled to 8:30 -11:30 a.m.  Painting and general cleanup will be the focus.  Supplies and refreshments provided.  Please call the extension office, 637-5276 with any questions otherwise we will see you there.   Jim [...]

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Woof, woof! Dog Obedience Coming Soon

Dog obedience registration form 2012   Dog Project Newsletter doc 2012

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4-H Federation Constitution & By-laws Reviewed and Revised

The 4-H Leader Parent Federation Executive Board has  proposed revisions to the Constitution and By-laws, the documents which create the framework for the work of the 4-H Federation.  The revisions clarify the organizational structure, voting privileges and expectations of committees.  The proposed revisions to the Constitution and By-Laws are available here, federationconstitution2012 revisions proposed 040912(Word) or federationconstitution2012 revisions [...]

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Healthy Beverages

Healthy Beverages

NEW EDITION!  Food $ense Newsletter Sneak Peak…   Americans are drinking more soft drinks than ever. On average, people are drinking almost 500% more soft drinks per year than 50 years ago. One reason for this increase is larger portion sizes – soda bottles have increased in size and fountain drinks sizes can range from 22 [...]

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Youth Ambassadors — Who are they? What do they do?

Everything you want to know about Youth Ambassadors is right here! Youth Ambassadors — overview 2012 I’m Ready to Enroll & Commit to Youth Ambassadors Youth Ambassadors Activities through June Any questions please contact Colleen at the Extension Office

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Voice of 4-H April Issue is Here!

D Newsletter April 2012 Booklet

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March 4-H Newsletter

March 4-H Newsletter

Newsletter March 2012 Booklet Lots is happening in the 4-H program. Read all about it!

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Need $ for college?

Check out the 4-H scholarships that are available to graduating seniors and those who have graduated.Vernon County Scholarship Application and Description.2012

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Enjoy Your Food, But Eat Less!

Enjoy Your Food, But Eat Less!

NEW EDITION!  Food $ense Newsletter Find recipes, nutrition tips and recommendations from the Enjoy Your Food, But Eat Less, Food $ense edition. For past editions, additional nutrition tips and more recipes visit the Food $ense site!

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Tips to Avoid Winter Weight Gain

Tips to Avoid Winter Weight Gain

Tips to avoid winter weight gain Contact: Susan Nitzke, susan.nitzke@ces.uwex.edu, 608-262-1692 or Jennifer Whitty, jennifer.whitty@ces.uwex.edu. If you’re trying to maintain a healthy weight, holiday parties and cold weather can sabotage your good intentions. However, some thoughtful planning should help you stay on track. “Research shows that many adults gain a pound or two during the [...]

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