Submitted by secretary Eden Copeland.
The High Country Handiworkers meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. on May 13, 2024 by President Josh Ryan at the McKee Building at The Ranch.
The pledges were led by Kennedy Rodden, Wesley Anzaldua, Harley Anzaldua, Lilly Hayward, Paige Box, Adalyn Hastings, and Grace McConnell.
Roll call procedure: Please take your name tag from the alphabetized file box at the start of the meeting. At the end of the meeting, drop the name tags in the buckets at the exits of the room.
Special Guest: Rachel Wildman, the Larimer County 4-H Youth Development Specialist, visited our club meeting. She talked about fair entry, which will be open from June 3, 2024 to July 8, 2024. She also talked about the requirements for completing projects.
Willow Cameron moved to approve the minutes from April as submitted by secretary Eden Copeland and posted on the club website. The motion was seconded and APPROVED. Eden Copeland also read a thank you note from Diane Kern.
Treasurer Gideon Rivera presented the treasurer’s report. The checking account’s balance is $4,906.04, the savings account balance is $5,594.53, and the CD balance is $2,157.42.
Willow Cameron presented the reporter’s report. She submitted the April meeting report to the Loveland Reporter-Herald, The Coloradoan, the Berthoud Surveyor, and our club’s website and social media.
Paige Box, Wesley Anzaldua, and Kinzie Copeland led the sunshine report for the May birthdays. There were cards circulated for members to sign: a congratulations card for Pam’s retirement and a congratulations card for Brooke Carlson for graduating from CSU.
The Cloverbuds gave the Cloverbud Report. At the last meeting, the Cloverbuds flew paper airplanes and watched a demonstration from William Hayward.
Leader’s Report:
Paid Parking at The Ranch – Sharel Cameron talked about the new paid parking at the Ranch for ticketed events. It scans and gathers license plate information. New procedure: when there is a paid event, scan the QR code on the sign in the McKee 4-H Building lobby to submit your name, state of license, and license plate number.
Rob Ryan explained the importance of the Clover Connection, calendar, club website, club emails, and attending meetings. These resources allow the members and their families to be informed about workshops, competitions, registration, projects, and other 4-H-related information.
Visual Arts – There will be a meeting on June 10, 2024, and it will start at 6:00 p.m. This is an opportunity for any members to present their demonstrations to a small group. Please bring any questions about your project as well.
Foods – The Foods project had a meeting last Monday and the theme was “Spring Fling.” Amy Gebhardt will be stepping down as the project leader at the end of this 4-H year. We encourage any parents who are interested in being the leader of Foods to attend meetings and learn more.
Scrapbooking – No report.
Clothing – There will be a workshop on June 1, 2024. The Fashion Revue is on July 24, 2024. Any project where you can make something to be worn can participate in the Fashion Revue.
Junior Leadership Club – Gideon Rivera talked about the Junior Leadership Club. It is for members ages 13 years and older. Gideon Rivera reported that members who applied for project or college scholarships should have received a response. The Junior Jam will be held on June 14, 2024.
Dog – Hailey McNear reported the important dates for the dog project. There will be a practice on April 22. Dog IDs are due by May 1. In May, there is going to be an agility meeting, and July 19 is the first day of county fair for dog.
Shooting Sports – There are two upcoming practices at Lon Hagler for Archery. All those in attendance much have a fishing license, hunting license, or an SWA Pass. Remember to bring sunscreen, water, and other necessary items. Registration for county shoot will open in June. There are many practice dates coming up for all shooting sports disciplines. The dates were printed on the back of the agenda and are posted on the Shooting Sports website.
Community Service – Sarah Rodden asked members interested in participating in a community service project to paint benches at Lon Hagler to see her at the meeting. There are also community service opportunities at a home for the elderly. On Saturdays, they like for people to do outside work and on Wednesdays, help with bingo. If you are interested, please reach out to Sarah Rodden.
Rob Ryan gave the parli pro report discussing how the people make a vote. First a person must put forth a motion to do something and receive a second. Then there is discussion, and finally, there is a vote.
Old Business:
Demonstration Night – Demonstration night is on June 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. There are only two club meetings left. Demonstration night is another opportunity for 4-H members to present their demonstrations. It is a requirement to complete a demonstration, so please sign up for one of the next two meetings, or demonstration night.
Project Manuals – Please pick up project manuals after the meeting.
Animal IDs – Josh Ryan explained how livestock photos for animal IDs should be taken. All goat, sheep, and swine photos must be uploaded by May 31, 2024 and poultry and rabbits need to be uploaded by July 1, 2024.
New Business:
Fair Parade – Adults were asked to volunteer for the fair parade committee. This committee will come up with ideas and help the kids decorate the float. The theme is “Fun for the Whole Herd.” Hanna Copeland volunteered to head the committee, and volunteers were Kamber Box, Sarah Rodden, Brianne Smith, Beth McConnell, Karley Rivera, and McKenna Anzaldua.
Premium Books – Please read the premium books for your project to know information including requirements and dates. They are posted on the club website under Resources. For any questions, contact Sharel Cameron.
Demonstrations:
- Wesley Anzaldua: his five favorite airplanes,
- Lilly McConnell: using tips for Unit 2 cake decorating,
- Grace McConnell: her cat,
- Adlynn Hastings: how to score an archery target,
- Charlie Gilmore: making a shooting board.
Paige Box moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded and APPROVED. The meeting was adjourned by Josh Ryan at 7:59 p.m.