Anne Arundel County 4-H Happenings

4‑H STEM programs provide youth with opportunities to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) through hands-on projects that incorporate each of these four elements into the activities our educators and volunteers lead. STEM has always been part of 4-H’s history, as it has been providing hands-on learning opportunities for youth that incorporate science, engineering, and technology for over 100 years!

Last month, Maryland 4-H STEM hosted a unique Engineering Camp experience for youth with exciting drone challenges and workshops in soldering, welding and bicycle safety/parts & wheel assembly. We've included a small write-up and a few photos from the event in our '4-H highlights' section below.

This month and next month, Maryland 4-H STEM will be offering workshops to prepare for the upcoming The Maryland State 4-H Robotics Challenges. These challenges provide the opportunity for 4-Hers to participate in an organized statewide robotics activity. Youth will form teams that will build robots to perform specific tasks. The county teams will then have the opportunity to compete at the Maryland State Fair. Each year, teams of youth can compete in one of the two Robotics Challenges - the Lego Challenge and the Robotics Engineering Challenge (REC) - and both divisions will have a Jr. Division (8-11), Intermediate Division (11-13), and a Senior Division (14-18). Even if youth aren't able to participate, just watching the Robotics Challenges at the fair is so exciting!

In the coming months, UME-AAC will be offering workshops and opportunities for youth to participate in learning more about science and Maryland agriculture through educational programs where youth explore, build, design and create using their unique skill sets, all while learning about our state's diverse environment and the creatures that inhabit it. As always, hands on activities cultivate interest and allow youth to invent and discover in their own way.

We hope you'll join 4-H exploring STEM activities this summer! It's sure to be a 💥BLAST!💥

Regards,

Gretchen & Joy

Now that the March 1 target enrollment date has passed, all 4-H Volunteers must have an approved enrollment in 4-H Online before assuming volunteer duties. You can check your enrollment status in 4-H Online, and if you have not yet enrolled for 2023, you can still do so!

Remember there are two steps to the enrollment process, your volunteer enrollment and your volunteer screening. If you have received an email stating that your enrollment or screening is incomplete, please log into 4-H Online to complete it before assuming volunteer duties.

Also this year, we are using a new feature in 4-H Online, Member Profile Notes. This allows 4-H Online Managers to add public and private notes to document follow-up actions or to send notification of enrollment/screening actions you may need to complete. You can access your Member Profile Notes after logging in and selecting your name from the Member List. An example of a Member Profile Note is below (please note, example is for a “fake” volunteer and does not reflect what is in your Member Profile Notes).

Anne Arundel County Fair is September 13 - 17, 2023. Start collecting your indoor entries. School projects, art, hobby projects, planting, practice cooking... can all help you be more prepared for entry day. Plan now to save time later.

Last Call !!! At this point ALL returning Adult Volunteers should be enrolled in 4-H Online. We will start printing 4-H Membership cards (aka Fair Cards) as of June 1. Any adult returning volunteer that has not completed the 2023 enrollment by June 1, will NOT receive a card. To verify enrollment, login here and review your profile. In the column next to your name is will read Volunteer - Approved. If it reads Volunteer - Awaiting Review, you are not enrolled - please contact Christie (ckneipp@umd.edu) to determine what is missing/ incomplete.

2023 Maryland 4-H Online Livestock Registration Form to register market sheep, goats and swine is now open. Please complete by May 11. All forms and links are on our website. You may wish to print and keep a hard copy for for records.

Each participant in the 2023 AACO Livestock Auction is required to submit 2 new buyers addresses by May 1st to participate in the auction - please fill out a form for each buyer individually. It will be checked against the LAC Master List and you will receive a reply confirming that the person/business is new. Once you receive confirmation that your addresses are new, please start writing your buyers letters. Do not send your buyers letters until they have been proof read by the LAC. Letters are Due May 17th

All other animal project registrations that are not handed in at a weigh-in are due to the county no later than June 1. This includes: dog, horse and pony, livestock, poultry, rabbit, and cavy, breeding animal lease papers, performance animal lease papers, animal lease release. For forms & info, go to our county webpage.

AH&QA is open and closes July 31. All 4-H members enrolled in alpacas, beef, dairy, goats, horse and pony, llamas, poultry, sheep, swine and rabbits must complete the training to be eligible to exhibit their project animals annually in Maryland 4-H County and State Shows. Members may access the AH&QA program at: https://ahqa.umd.edu/. Junior 4-Hers must complete one session. Intermediate/Senior Level 4-Hers must complete two sessions:

• Part 1 is general animal information.
• Part 2 contains specific information for each animal species. Members will need to complete Part 2 of the program for each different species project they are enrolled in/wish to exhibit.

Dr. Marla Stevens from the Maryland Department of Agriculture has released the 2023 Maryland Animal Health Fair and Show Requirements. Please share with other members and volunteers.

The 2023 requirements are posted on the Maryland Department of Agriculture website on the Animal Health Programs page at https://mda.maryland.gov/AnimalHealth/Pages/default.aspx

Our annual Anne Arundel County 4-H Summer Camp registration is now open. The event will be held at our Western Maryland 4-H Center in Garrett County on July 23-28th. The cost for this full week of outdoor fun is $425. Registration forms can be found on the camping webpage. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis until June 29, 2023.

Information about all state sponsored Environmental Science programs can be found on the state webpage: https://extension.umd.edu/programs/4-h-youth-development/program-areas/environmental-sciences or contact Amanda Wahle, ES specialist: awahle@umd.edu for more info.

Beginner Forestry Exploration Series

• Eligibility: youth members ages 8-13 who are enrolled for 2023.

• Virtual meetings: 6:30-7:30 pm via Zoom on May 16th, 23rd, and 30th 2023.

• Monthly regional forest field days will be determined by the region leader/volunteer.

• State Showcase: June 25, 2023 9:30am-12:00pm.

• Registration closes: May 15, 2023. Register early for full access to all meetings and events.

• Fee: $30.00 registration fee covers materials and supplies

Registration for this event is through 4-H Online. To access the registration log in to your 4-H Online family profile and click on the Events tab. All event registrations must be submitted by 11:59 pm Monday, May 15, 2023.

State 4-H Shooting Sports Contest Dates

Please hold the following dates for the Maryland State 4-H Shooting Sports Contests:

• Rifle Contest - Sunday, September 17, 2023

• Archery Contest - Saturday, September 23, 2023

• Shotgun Contest - Saturday, October 21, 2023

Information about all state hosted STEM programs can be found on the state webpage: https://extension.umd.edu/programs/4-h-youth-development/program-areas/stem or contact Mark DeMorra, STEM Specialist: mdemorra@umd.edu for more info.

4-H Robotics Workshops

The MD 4-H Robotics Workshops are intended for 4-H youth, volunteers, and coaches who are considering or planning to participate in the annual Maryland 4-H Robotics Contests at the 2023 Maryland State Fair (see greeting above). Registration is via 4-H Online and the cost is $5 per youth. Adult registrations are free.

The workshops will offer information about this year's robotics challenges, including the missions and specific rules relating to each challenge's theme. In addition, there will be breakout sessions focused on each of the two MD 4-H Robotics Challenges. Each breakout session will include challenge-specific rules, plus building and coding recommendations for teams that intend to compete. This event will be held in two locations, with the same program delivered at both locations. Some elements may be delivered virtually; and most elements will be delivered in-person. The locations are:

• May 6, 2023 - Charles County Extension Office, 9501 Crain Hwy #1, Bel Alton, MD 20611

• June 3, 2023 - Frederick County 4-H Campgrounds, 3702 Basford Rd, Frederick, MD 21703

Both workshop sessions will meet from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. $5 youth free for adults. More information about the annual 4-H Robotics Challenges, including the 2023 manuals and build guides, can be found on the Maryland 4-H STEM website.

Information about all state hosted Animal Science programs can be found on the state webpage: https://extension.umd.edu/programs/4-h-youth-development/program-areas/animal-sciences or contact Chris Anderson, Animal Science Specialist: canders2@umd.edu for more info.

One Health Careers Summit for Teens - NEW June 22, 2023

At the One Health Careers Summit, Maryland and West Virginia youth will have the opportunity to meet professionals and learn about Animal Health, Environmental Health, and Human Health Careers and how they work together under the One Health umbrella. The event will also advise youth interested in One Health careers on professional development and academic courses to prepare for their future.

Audience: Youth (4-H and non-4-H) ages 13+ (as of Jan 1) with a spark in animal sciences, environmental sciences, healthy living, and interested in learning about One Health careers.

Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

Participation Fee: $10.00 per youth

Registration: Register via 4-H Online. Limited registration to the first 25 youth who register; closes June 5 or when full. Non-4-H’ers can create a guest profile in 4-H Online to register for this event.

Location: Washington County Extension Office, 7303 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713

Summit participants will:

- Interact with professionals and increase awareness in a variety of careers which fall under the One Health umbrella.

- Meet fellow 4-H’ers from around the region with similar interests in animal sciences, environmental sciences, and healthy living.

- Gain knowledge, understanding, and skills around career and college readiness.

- Network with professionals to identify opportunities for development in One Health.

For more information contact Chris Anderson, canders2@umd.edu or Kevin Huang, khuang14@umd.edu;

Maryland State 4-H Horsemen’s Party

We are pleased to invite you to join us for the 37th Annual Maryland 4-H Horsemen's Party on Sunday, May 7, 2023! This year's Horsemen's Party will be held as a virtual event via the Maryland 4-H YouTube Channel, and various UMD 4-H social media pages.

Together, the Maryland 4-H Horsemen's Party and the Sallie Robertson Memorial 4-H Endowment Fund support Maryland 4-H equine educational programs. This includes support for the annual trips of the Maryland State 4-H Horse Teams to the Eastern National 4-H Round-Up to represent our state in the areas of 4-H Horse Judging, Hippology, Horse Bowl, and Communications.

The annual Maryland 4-H Horsemen’s Party serves two important purposes. First, it serves as the primary fundraising event for the Maryland 4-H Horse Program. And second, it provides an important opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of 4-H volunteers, members, and supporters. This year we are very pleased to recognize the following groups and individuals during our virtual Maryland 4-H Horsemen's Party event:

• Maryland 4-H Horse Program Volunteer of the Year: Paige Merriam (Anne Arundel County)

• Maryland 4-H Horse Program Youth Development Professional of the Year: Sally Rosenberry

• Maryland 4-H Horse Program Industry Partner of the Year: Dr. Jan Rubenstein

• 2022 Maryland 4-H Equine Showmanship and Equitation Standards Tier Recognition

• 2022 Maryland State Horse Teams

• 2022 Maryland State 4-H Horse Contests Top 5 Award Recipients

We are looking forward to a great recognition and fund-raising event! Thank you very much for your support and contributions. We hope to "see" you at the Virtual Maryland 4-H Horsemen's Party on the Maryland 4-H Youtube Channel or UMD 4-H social media pages on May 7th! Go to https://form.jotform.com/4HCenter/2023HorsemensParty to contribute.

Maryland State 4-H Horse Judging Contest

• Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023

• Location: Howard County Fairgrounds

• Entry Fee: $6.00

• Registration Closes: May 15, 2023 (11:59 pm)

• All 4-H Youth with approved enrollment for 2023.

• Adult Coaches must be certified UME 4-H Volunteers with an approved enrollment for 2023.

Complete information and rules can be found on the Maryland 4-H website. Registration for this event is through 4-H Online.

Maryland State 4-H Hippology Contest

• Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023

• Location: Howard County Fairgrounds

• Entry Fee: $6.00

• Registration Closes: May 15, 2023

• All 4-H Youth with approved enrollment for 2023.

• Adult Coaches must be certified UME 4-H Volunteers with an approved enrollment for 2023.

Complete information and rules can be found on the Maryland 4-H website. Registration for this event is through 4-H Online. Visit the Maryland 4-H website for more information.

Horse Communications Contest

Registration closed for the horse communication contest on Monday, April 17, 2023. Judging is now taking place and the official placings will be announced Monday, May 8th, 2023.

The Southern Maryland Invitational Livestock Expo

Smile show is fast approaching!! June 23-25, 2023! Make sure all your breed papers are in the participants name. There is a block of rooms available at the Country Inn and Suites in California, MD for $109 a night. Reservations should be made by June 1st. For more information: visit their webpage: https://smadc.com/farmer-resources/smile/

39th Annual Maryland 4-H Foundation Golf Tournament

Monday, June 5, 2023, Myersville, MD

Registration deadline: May 22, 2023

For more info, to register or sponsor: https://go.umd.edu/4hgolf

Please help us promote this opportunity for fellowship and fun while raising funds to support 4-H youth! Proceeds support 4-H youth representing Maryland on national 4-H trips.

Our goal is to have at least 24 teams. Please promote and encourage a team from your county/city or share with any 4-H or golf enthusiasts. Please also help promote the opportunity for tee sign sponsorship! Questions? Contact Lauren Mohler, Lmohler@umd.edu

Visit the Anne Arundel Tractor Supply Company (7994 Crain Hwy S, Glen Burnie) and purchase a paper clover to help 4-H members participate in 4-H leadership and camp programs!

2023 marks the 13th year of the 4-H Paper Clover Campaign, a partnership with Tractor Supply Company (TSC) and National 4-H Council. Shoppers at any of the TSC’s in MD can support the program by purchasing ‘a paper clover’ at the checkout while in a store (or online from the TSC website). 10% goes to the National 4-H Council, 20% to the 4-H Foundation, and 70% of funds received will go directly to 4-H County programs and will be used to support scholarships for 4-H Camp and leadership experiences in MD!

NOTE: All events, County/State/National, are subject to change due to ongoing health crisis.

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Maryland 4-H Foundation Scholarships for 2023-24

The Maryland 4-H Foundation is proud to offer the opportunity for academic scholarships to Maryland 4-H members and Maryland 4-H alum pursuing post-secondary education at a college, university or post-secondary technical training program. The Maryland 4-H Foundation awards an average of $50,000 in scholarships annually. The Maryland 4-H Foundation Scholarship Application for the academic year 2023-2024 is open. Deadline to apply is June 15, 2023 by 11:59pm!

For more information including a complete list of scholarships, eligibility requirements, the application and instructions, visit https://www.mymaryland4hfoundation.com/how-we-give/scholarships

Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau is is looking for a male or female (17 to 21 yrs) to represent them as this years Ambassador.

The purpose of the Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau Ambassador contest is to identify young women and men with agricultural backgrounds to serve as leaders in an effort to promote agriculture and the Farm Bureau throughout the year and in the future.

The winner of the Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau Ambassador contest will represent Anne Arundel County in the Maryland Farm Bureau Ambassador Contest at the Maryland Farm Bureau Convention in December. He or she will be awarded a $1500 college scholarship from Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau. Applications are due by June 1, 2023.

Two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded to current or former Anne Arundel County 4-H members enrolled at an accredited 2 year or 4 year college or university with the intention to obtain an associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree or enrolled at a post-secondary technical training program for the academic year 2023-2024. Application deadline is 6/1/23.

For more information about the AAC All Stars, please check out their page on our website. For more information about this scholarship, please follow this link.

Calling for Scholarship Applicants for the 2023 Maryland State Fair Scholarships in honor of F. Grove Miller and in memory of Marlin K. Hoff. Check out the application details and deadlines (6/1) at www.marylandstatefair.com/general-info/scholarships

2023 County Fair 4-H T-shirt Design Contest

Have you ever thought of a great design for the County Fair 4-H T-shirt? Now’s the time to start thinking about it!

The AAC 4-H Foundation will be accepting designs for the 2023 County Fair 4-H T-shirt Design Contest starting in June. The winning design will be featured on the back of the 2023 4-H T-shirt that each 4-H participant at the county fair receives compliments of the 4-H Foundation. The contest will be open to all enrolled county 4-H members. A complete design incorporating both graphics and text should reflect the general overall spirit of 4-H at the County Fair and be meaningful to most 4-H members. The theme must be tasteful and 4-H appropriate.

Submission form will be forthcoming. The deadline for entries will be in mid-July.

2023 Terry Cooper Unsung Hero Award

The Terry Cooper Unsung Hero Award was established in memory of Mrs. Terry Cooper, a dedicated 4-H Volunteer who worked quietly behind the scenes doing whatever was needed to support the 4-H program. This award may be given to one adult and one youth who have made a significant contribution to the 4-H program, but who have received little or no recognition for their efforts. Anyone can submit a nomination, so please nominate a deserving adult or youth. Deadline for nominations is Wednesday, July 12th - nomination form will be available on our AAC Foundations webpage 5/2/23. If you have any questions, contact Mary Thomas at aaco4hfoundation@gmail.com.

4-H Healthy Living - 2023 “Step into Spring” 5K or 10K Fun Walk

The Freestate Happy Wanderers (FHW) is sponsoring a 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles) walk on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, in Millersville. The event is open to the public and everyone is welcome to participate.

The Anne Arundel County 4-H Foundation invites you join along and “Step into Spring” at this “Fun, Fitness and Friendship!” event. Walking is a simple, safe, and effective way to get exercise and has proven health benefits.

The 4-H Foundation will pay the $3.00 walk fee for any 4-H member or certified 4-H Volunteer who participates. Youth under 12 are free, courtesy of the FHW, but they must be accompanied by an adult through the entire walk. Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes and bring a water bottle. Each participant must register with the FHW at the start point and fill out and sign a start card/waiver. A parent/guardian must sign for any youth. The start/finish is at the River Birch Pavilion. Start time is anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 12 noon and walkers must be finished by 3:00 p.m. The park entrance fee will be waived - just mention Volksmarch or walk event at the park main entrance booth.

For planning purposes, please RSVP to: https://forms.gle/cmrdv8vwtoMNTQfv5. Use a separate form for each youth and adult. If you have any questions, contact Mary Thomas at aaco4hfoundation@gmail.com. Note: Kinder Farm Park is the home of the Kinder Farm Park 4-H Livestock Club so be sure to take some time to see the animals that are owned and cared for by club members. Also check out the Trail Blazers 4-H Club’s pollinator gardens.

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Congratulations to our 2023 National 4-H Conference Delegation that recently ended their event! Seven youth and two AMAZING chaperones represented Maryland 4-H at the 2023 National 4-H Conference held in Crystal City April 14-19th. They prepared presentations for Federal Partners, networked with 4-H’ers from all across the US, gave back to the D.C. Community through a Service Project and got to meet with at least one of Maryland’s representatives. Please congratulate our 2023 delegation:

Kira Anderson, Anvita Divvela, Andrew Fulco, Brady Larkin, Brennan King, Kayden Knappenberger, Vicky Shan, Gretchen Sumbrum and Erin Kline!

So much fun packed into a few days! The event consisted of team challenges and workshops and kicked off with a guest speaker demonstrating the use of drones in agriculture.

Drones were also the focus of the team challenges. First, each group chose a name and logo. Additional challenges included building a tower, with design constraints, to land the drone on, and programming the drone to complete an obstacle course using scratch coding. The course consisted of flying through a hula-hoop, picking up objects and placing them at other sites, triggering a sensor to make a noise, and successfully landing on the tower.

There were three workshops offered: soldering, bicycles, and welding. In soldering, youth constructed quiz boards that light up when users identify correct answers; this task involved learning basic circuitry as well. Identification of bike parts and tools, riding safety, and changing a flat kept youth busy in the cycling session. The welding instructor introduced participants to the different types of welding, safety equipment and procedures, and assisted youth with constructing a penholder.

Engineering camp provides a window into new experiences and opportunities and the workshop included insight to possible careers. Here are a few cycling Careers/Employer examples:

• Transportation Planning Board - prepares plans & programs that the federal government must approve in order to receive funds; coordinate transportation decision making

• Department of Transportation - ensures our Nation has the safest, most efficient and modern transportation system in the world, which improves people’s quality of life

• Software Engineer - use technology to help athletes of all levels Improve their lives & achieve goals. Develop and maintain apps using GIS.

• Nonprofit Organizations - raise awareness of the environmental benefits that come with alternative transportation; encourage cities to improve their cycling infrastructure

Our county 4-H Educator, Gretchen Sumbrum, assisted with this awesome STEM-filled event! ⬇Check out these cool 'hands on' photos below⬇

The annual Maryland 4-H Horsemen’s Party serves two important purposes - it serves as the primary fundraising event for the Maryland 4-H Horse Program and it provides an important opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of 4-H volunteers, members, and supporters. Each year they recognize several groups and individuals during their virtual Maryland 4-H Horsemen's Party event - this year selecting Paige Merriam of Anne Arundel County for their 'Maryland 4-H Horse Program Volunteer of the Year' Award.

Paige grew up in the Virginia 4-H Horse Program and officially joined in 1976. She was introduced to 4-H Horse Educational contests in 1980. She presented an illustrated talk, participated in the county Horse Bowl and Horse Judging contests. It was at this time that she realized that she had a love and passion for Horse Judging. She participated primarily in the Horse Project area, but she also served as a Junior Leader at 4-H Camp and attended the Citizenship Washington Focus in Washington D.C. She earned a position on the Virginia State 4-H Horse Judging team in 1984, and she was High Individual at what is now the Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup contest. Paige attended college at the University of Georgia, where she competed on the Horse Judging team. During college, she volunteered for 4-H, both in Georgia and back in Virginia whenever she was home. She judged at Open and Youth shows, served as an official at Judging Contests and taught horse judging clinics. After graduation, Paige served as a 4-H Agent in North Carolina for two years. After two years working with Extension, she changed jobs, but continued to volunteer with the 4-H Horse program in North Carolina, officiating at county and state contests, teaching judging workshops, and serving as a judge at many Open and Youth shows. She began volunteering at the Virginia State 4-H Horse Show for the first time in 1988 and named to the State 4-H Horse Show Hall of Fame in 2018. After Paige moved to Maryland, she became a volunteer with the Maryland 4-H program. During her first year as a Maryland 4-H volunteer, she started coaching the Anne Arundel County horse judging team, and did that through 2002. Paige served at the State Judging Team Coach 2002-2004. She helped organize and put on a Statewide 4-H Horse Judging Clinic in 2003 and taught at subsequent clinics through the rest of the 2000s. Paige and her husband moved to Florida in 2017 where she volunteered for Florida’s St. John’s County 4-H program, serving as co-coach of the county Judging and Hippology teams. Paige returned to Maryland at the end of the summer of 2020 and resumed her volunteer work with Maryland 4-H soon afterwards. Paige was selected as the Maryland 4-H State Horse Judging Coach in 2021, a role she still has, and she returning to serve as a coach for Anne Arundel County this year.

People like her are indeed the heart of 4-H! Thank you for your time and dedication to the Maryland State 4-H Horse Program! We are so glad to have you as part of our Anne Arundel County programming! Don't forget tune in on May 7th, 2023 (More information above).

See our "AAC 4-H 2023 Calendar' for more details. Updates will be made as they become available. All newsletters are uploaded to our AAC website.

May

May 6 - Robotics Workshop

5/7 - Last day of TSC Paper Cover Campaign

5/7 - MD State Horseman’s Party

5/7 - Junior Sheep and Goat Skillathon @ MD Sheep and Wool Festival

5/11 - Fair livestock registration for sheep,goat,swine

5/17 - New buyer info due for Livestock Auction participants

June

6/1 - Re Enrollment due for Fair Card

6/1 - AAC Farm Bureau Scholarship Application due

6/1 - All Stars of AAC Scholarship Application due

6/1 - MD State Fair Scholarship Application due

6/1 - All animal project registrations are due

6/3 - Robotics Workshop

6/5 - MD 4-H Foundation Golf Tournament

6/10 - MD State 4-H Horse Judging Contest/Hippology Contest

6/10 - Step into Spring Fun Walk (Fee paid by AAC Foundation)

6/15 - MD 4-H Foundation Scholarship Applications due

6/22 - One Health Career Summit (see info above)

6/23 - SMILE Show

7/12 - Terry Cooper Unsung Hero Award nominations due

7/31 - AH&QA due for youth with animal projects

Future Events

7/23 - 7/28 - AAC 4-H Residential Summer Camp

9/13 - 17 County Fair

*** Don’t forget to check out Fair/Show information and Scholarship Info above

4-H Inclement Weather Policy: If there is no school, or there is early dismissal in Anne Arundel County due to inclement weather, ALL 4-H events will be cancelled.

4-H Health Policy: MD 4-H activities must comply with local directives for indoor or outdoor gatherings, following AACPS advisories.

Have questions, ideas or news to share? Please email Joy Sim, jsim1@umd.edu, to be included in our UME - AAC 4-H monthly newsletter. Programing questions, please email Gretchen Sumbrum, UME - AAC Educator, gsumbrum@umd.edu.

Website: https://extension.umd.edu/locations/anne-arundel-county/4-h-youth-development
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