National 4-H Congress

The Texas 4-H will be accepting applications for the 2012 National 4-H Congress beginning February 13th and ending April 16th on 4-H Connect. The 2012 National 4-H Congress will be Thursday, November 29 through Tuesday, December 4 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Georgia. National 4-H Congress is the flagship event of the National 4-H program. Each year a National Design Team of Extension educators, 4-H youth, and 4-H adult volunteers analyze current youth issues and determine the most effective ways to address them. The program combines a variety of fun and exciting educational, recreational and networking opportunities. The program combines plenary sessions, seminars, discussion groups, and a service learning experience. The nation’s most outstanding community leaders, speakers, and educators present the most current and timely information available.

For information of the selection process: National 4-H Congress Information  

Dirty Laundry Buyer's Group - Golf Tournament

This is a group that Eddie Ledesma is involved with and I know that he is a big supporter at TCYS  and other local shows.  If you or someone that you know likes golf this may be a great way to help support our kids even more and a better way to spend a Monday than at work!!!   The event is February 20th at Lost Creek Country Club.   

For more information, check out the link - Golf Tournament Information

TCYS Photos

**TCYS Pictures are Online**

Click Here to go to the TCYS Picture Gallery. 

 

All purchases must be made online through the website.  You can purchase 5x7, 8x10 prints and digital downloads.  The digital downloads are digital files that you can print on your own and/or email with friends.  If you have any questions please email me. 

 

Please share this link with all your TCYS friends/family.

 

Note:  

• Numbers given at the show (on the blue slips) have changed.  
• If you placed an order at the show for prints or novelty items...they have been processed and will be mailed soon. All digital file orders have been emailed.
• Copyrigh law:  Please don't copy these pictures from the site or let your children do so.  I will contact anyone personally about these laws if I see them on facebook or any other social media with a proof stamped across them

 

PBR Bull Riding Shirts – there are still a few shirts left.  If you want a shirt go to the Travis County Youth Show facebook wall and see what is available.  Remember all proceeds go to the kids!  Contact me via email and/or facebook to place your order.

 

Photography Bonus - did you pick up a business card at the show?  On the back there is a 25% session discount for all TCYS friends/family.  Contact Dawn for your family, child or high school senior pictures and take advantage of the savings.

Deep In The Heart Movie Information

Also, the Texas 4-H Foundation has developed a web page specific to the movie.   To learn about the latest updates, click here: http://texas4hfoundation.org/deepintheheart/

2012 Texas 4-H Congress

Texas 4-H Congress is the premiere citizenship and leadership experience for Texas 4-H members between the ages of 15 and 18. Held on the even numbers years in the Texas State Capitol, Texas 4-H Congress allows 4-H members to experience the law making process first hand by writing, submitting, and then serving as a member of the House of Representatives, the Senate, the Press, or as a Lobbyist. From these roles, the 4-H members determine the fate of each bill submitted over the four day event.

Upon checking out the promotional flyer, if interested, check back for updated information in late February. Texas 4-H Congress Promotional Flyer

School Tour Guides - Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo

The school tours committee for the Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo is looking for youth ages 14 and up to serve as guides for the schools that will be touring the grounds. The tours will take place during the week of March 19-23. Tour Guides are expected to arrive on the grounds around 8:15 a.m. and will end sometime after1:30 or so. Email Cory (cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu) if you are interested in assisting with this leadership opportunity. All those participating will need to submit an academic eligibility form that will be posted on travis4h.com in February.

Upon emailing, be sure to indicate the day(s) you intend to volunteer.

4-H Has Talent Contest

Do you have what it takes to perform on the big stage at the 2012 Texas 4-H State Roundup Event? If so, check out the flyer to learn more about submitting a video to showcase your talent.
 4-H has Talent Flyer

Recipe Rally

In the 4-H Recipe Rally, intermediate and senior 4-H members are challenged with selecting, creating, and/or altering a recipe and submitting a video, via YouTube. The video should highlight the 4-H member demonstrating the preparation of the recipe while also highlighting nutrients, food safety practices, serving size and cost analysis, as well as their inspiration for selection or creation of the recipe. The theme for the 2012 contest is “Summer Snacks.”
For more information:  Recipe Rally Info

4-H Night With The Texas Stars

Below is a link to the flyer for the 4-H Night With The Texas Stars. Be sure to download and pass along to your family and friends. 4-H needs a big crowd on February 24, 2012.

4-H Night With The Texas Stars

January - 4-H Standard Newsletter

Lots of great information included in this month's newsletter. Check out the following link to read all the great information.
4-H Standard Newsletter

Deep In The Heart Movie - Release Date!

DEEP IN THE HEART - "Official Release Date" in "ALL TEXAS CINEMARK THEATERS" is February 17th. 

"Deep in the Heart" reveals the true-life story of Mr. Richard "Dick" Wallrath. No one person has ever given more financially to the Texas 4-H and Texas FFA Scholarship Programs than Dick Wallrath. He has also provided tremendous financial assistance to 4-H and FFA members through major livestock show premium auctions.  

We sincerely request that our Extension and 4-H Family support this emotion-packed documentary of Dick's life for two reasons. First, it could have an impact on your own life. And secondly, because of Mr. Wallrath’s continued generosity, a portion of all ticket sales will go to both Texas 4-H and Texas FFA to further strengthen their much needed scholarship programs.  

Please promote the importance of the opening weekend of February 17^th.  The success of this opening weekend will dictate their plan for nationwide release.  Of course, the more success the movie has, the more funds are contributed to Texas 4-H and Texas FFA.

Star of Texas - Calf Scramble

If youth plan to participate in the STAR Calf Scramble - you will need to complete the required paperwork and get that submitted to Cory by January 15th.  Forms may be found at the link below:
Ultimate Scramble Championship Information

Updates on Website

All items have been updated on the 4-H Website after the maintenance upgrades. If there are issues opening items, please email Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu.

Maintenance and Server Upgrades to Website

Several items were posted to the 4-H Website over the last two weeks. Due to some maintenance/server upgrades, those items will not appear when you look for them. The items will appear sometime around January 9th. An update to the Blog and Facebook Page will be made to announce that the items are available for viewing.

2012 State Photogrpahy Guidelines

Posted on the link below are the 2012 State 4-H Photography Contest Guidelines.
Photography Rules and Guidelines

These guidelines and rules are for the Senior aged 4-H members. Any senior aged member interested in entering this contest must submit their jpeg images to Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu. Travis County 4-H is allowed to send one photo per class, so all photos must be submitted for a county judging by Friday, March 23, 2012.

Senior Fashion Show

Information for the Senior Fashion Show has been posted to the 4-H Website:
Fashion Show Information

County Roundup Contest

Information about the County Roundup Contest is posted on the 4-H Website:
Information and Registration Form

If you have any questions about the event, call Cory or email at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu 

Star of Texas Calf Scramble

The 2012 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo Calf Scramble has a new twist, it has converted to an Ultimate Scramble Championship. Online entries begin January 15, 2012. More information may be found at the following website: Star of Texas - Ultimate Scramble Championship

Dog Show Information

For those interested in the dog project, information has been added to the website under the tab:
"4-H Livestock and Animal Information" - check it out on the following link - Dog Show Information