Dog Project Certifications

The 2014 Texas 4-H Dog Show Rule book is being finalized and will be distributed between Thanksgiving and Christmas.  In the meantime there are a couple of items to be addressed.  The Texas 4-H Dog Show will be moving back to the Bell County Expo in Belton, Texas for 2014 and 2015. The Dog Certification process is similar to the Horse Validation through 4-H Connect. 

Dog Certification is now open on 4-H Connect and will close on January 10, 2014 at midnight.  Detailed instructions on how to certify a dog may be found by clicking here.  If there are any questions, please feel free to contact Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu.

Creedmoor 4-H Turkey Dinner

Creedmoor 4-H is hosting is annual turkey dinner and it will be held on December 14th. Check out the flyer at the link below.
Click here for details.

Recordbook Workhsop - December 3rd.

Recordkeeping is an important skill for every-one to know and 4-H offers a way for you to learn skills in recordkeeping that can help you in many areas of your life! A record book can also earn you awards, help you keep track of what you’ve done so that scholarship applications are easier, and equip you with skills you can use for a lifetime.

Tuesday, December 3rd
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Travis County Extension Office
1600 B Smith Road,
Austin, TX 78721

Click here for flyer

4-H Events and Activities in December

- Extension Office Closed - November 28-29
- Recordbook Workshop - December 3rd - 6:30 at extension office
- Scholarship Workshop - December 5th - 6:30 at extension office
- Major Livestock Show Meeting - December 19th at extension office
- Movie Night - December 20th- 6:30 at extension office
- Rabbit Validation - December 21st at Lanier High School 9:00 noon
- Extension Office Closed - December 24, 25 and January 1st. 

County Extension Agent Loses House and Belongings in Fire

Dear Texas 4-H Families:

On Friday, November 22nd, Cody Hill, County Extension Agent in Borden County (District 2) and his family lost their home and all possessions in a house fire.  Cody and his family were able to escape without injury, but they have lost everything.  Borden County officials have been very supportive and have made arrangements for temporary housing for Cody and his family, however, the task of replacing daily necessities which insurance will not cover has just begun. 

A fund has been established to assist Cody and his family as they recover from the fire.  If you wish to donate to the fund, there are two methods for giving.  Donations can be mailed to the Borden County Jr. Livestock Association, Box 144, Gail, TX 79738 or on-line through the Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation by clicking HERE.

As each of us gather this coming week for Thanksgiving we ask for safety and protection for all our 4-H and Extension families as they travel to be with family and friends, and especially with Cody and his family as they rebuild.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service &
Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program

San Antonio Livestock Show - School Tour Guides

4-H youth in the 9-12 grades may volunteer to serve as a school tour guide at the San Antonio Livestock Show. Youth will need to commit their entire day to serving in this leadership role and must be academically eligible to be excused from school in February.  Youth must register for their day of choice by December 12th. Once you sign up, you are fully committed, so be sure to check your schedule before signing up.

Click here to sign up as a tour guide!

Volunteers Needed for District 10 Food Challenge

Volunteers are needed to serve as judges and group leaders for the District 10 Food Challenge on Saturday, December 7th at Texas State University. Email Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu if you can help.

Teen leaders are allowed to help as well as former 4-H members. This would be a great leadership opportunity for senior high youth, will look good in the recordbook and on scholarship applications.

Assistance Needed for a Family

An opportunity has risen to put the 4 (H's) to work. A 4-H family lost their home in the flood that occurred a couple of weeks ago and items are being collected to help out this family during this time.

Items Needed:
5th grade school curriculum

Boys/Men's Clothing
32 x 32 pants
33x36 pants
Large and XL shirts
Large and XL shirts.


Women's Clothing
Size 12 pants
Large and XL shirts
Shoe size 7


Items may be submitted to the County Extension Office

Re-Fashion Retreat - December 13-15, 2013

Please join us for the Re-Fashion Retreat December 13-15 at the Texas 4-H Conference Center near Lake Brownwood. The retreat will focus on increasing your knowledge and skills in the “Trashion Show” and a refashioning project. The program will also include a skill-a-thon and presentations from  fashion industry leaders. Visit  our website to register today. www.texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

Creedmoor 4-H - Holiday Dinner

Creedmoor 4-H is hosting is annual turkey dinner and it will be held on December 14th. Check out the flyer at the link below.
http://travis-tx.tamu.edu/files/2010/06/4h-turkey-dinner.pdf

Teen Retreat - January 10-12, 2013

The Texas 4-H Conference Center is busy planning for the 2014 Teen Retreat January 10-12. The retreat provides a state level leadership experience for 4-H youth ages 13-19. The program is designed to allow teens to explore 4-H projects and return to implement them in their counties. Sessions will include dance, entomology, fashion, consumer decision making and the wildlife habitat education program.

Join us for a weekend of Fun, Fun, Fun! College professors, 4-H  Specialists and other experts will lead program sessions. Please join us for a weekend full of fun and exciting activities!

To register visit the 4-H Center website: texas4-hcenter.tamu.edu

Click on the “Register Now” link. $115 for youth & $80 for adults. Each county is responsible for providing adult chaperones.

4-H Scholarship Workshop

4-H Scholarship Workshop  - Check out the flyer for eligibility information

Recordbook Workshop - December 3rd

Recordkeeping is an important skill for every-one to know and 4-H offers a way for you to learn skills in recordkeeping that can help you in many areas of your life! A record book can also earn you awards, help you keep track of what you’ve done so that scholarship applications are easier, and equip you with skills you can use for a lifetime.

Tuesday, December 3rd
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Travis County Extension Office
1600 B Smith Road,
Austin, TX 78721

Click here for flyer

Consumer Decision Making Workshop - November 21st

Good consumer skills can help you get more for your money. The 4-H consumer education project gives youth the opportunity to make wise decisions when shopping. Consumer Decision Making is a judging contest designed to teach kids to observe, compare and make wise consumer decisions based on facts.

Consumer Education Project Informational
Thursday, November 21, 2013
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Travis County Extension Office

Click here for flyer