Meetings

Submitted by secretary, Grace Gray. 

The meeting of the High Country Handiworkers was called to order as 7:09 p.m. on April 8, 2019 by Treasurer Lizzy Fetzer.

The pledges were led by Jessie McCrimmon  and Morgan Copeland.

Roll call was taken by Secretary Grace Gray and the question was, “Have you looked at your e-records yet?”

Delaney Newby moved to approve the minutes as posted on the club website. Seconded and APPROVED.

The treasurer’s report was led by Lizzy Fetzer: checking=$5,802.37 and savings=$3,955.05.

A discussion was held about the club’s finances. A motion was made to invest $2,000 into a Certificate of Deposit. Seconded and APPROVED.

The reporter’s report was given by Walker Cameron. March’s meeting report was submitted to the Coloradoan and Reporter-Herald as well as social media and the club’s website.

The sunshine report was given by Eden Copeland, and six members are celebrating birthdays in April.

Lacey Adams gave the Cloverbud report. They played carnival games and learned about the whistle commands used in archery practices. They also got goodie bags with animal crackers and prizes inside.

The club also went over more Parliamentary Procedure led by Rob Ryan.

Leaders Report:

The Carmen Johnson Scholarship is due May 1. It gives scholarships to 4-H members for items they need to complete their projects.

Cloverbuds can attend a workshop about Performing Arts on Wednesday, April 10.

Dog ID forms are due May 1 for those in the Dog project.

Amanda Kendrot is the new superintendent for Dog.

Nick Freeland completed certification to be a junior leader for Rifle. Rex and Nate Rogers also completed new certifications.

The club learned about 4-H by playing trivia: when 4-H started, where the National office is, when it started in Colorado, etc.

Old Business:

4-H Carnival – Cindy recapped the results from the carnival. Our club had three of the top individual ticket sellers and our club sold 3,605 tickets total. Our four baskets from $1,160 total.

Club Shirts – The club covers the cost of t-shirts for members, Cloverbuds, and leaders. Make sure you get your order in.

Demonstration Night – Sign up for a slot at Demonstration Night on June 1 at 6:00 p.m. There will only be 15 demonstrations that evening.

Bowling Trip – The club is going bowling at Sweetheart Lanes on April 27 at 12:00 p.m. RSVP on the club website.

Foods Field Trip – Club members are invited to a field trip to AKA Kitchen on April 27 at 3:00 p.m. in Downtown Loveland.

New Business:

Project Manuals – Manuals have been ordered and members will be notified by email when they’re available.

Weigh Days – Livestock weigh days are coming up for Goat and Sheep on April 29 from 4–7 p.m.

Archery State Shoot – The date has been set for August 17 for Juniors and August 18 for Seniors. It will be held in a new location in Colorado City, south of Pueblo about 20 miles.

Community Service – We have several community service days coming up. McKee building Painting Day is June 1 at 9:00 a.m. Lon Hagler Cleanup Day is May 4 at 8:00 a.m. Berthoud Day of Kindness is this Saturday, April 13 at Gateway Park at 11:00 a.m. Rob Ryan is coordinating and members can work booths.

Demonstrations:

• Grace Gray – What is Farrowing?

Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. 

Submitted by secretary, Grace Gray. 

The meeting of High Country Handiworkers was called to order at 7:11 p.m. on March 11, 2019 by President Brooke Carlson. 

The pledges were led by Marley Gebhardt, Victoria Freeland, and Ethan Osusky.

Roll call was taken by Secretary Grace Gray and members were asked to stand up when their name was called. We also played “Know your Fellow Club Members” game.

Cael Claude moved to approve the minutes posted on the club website. Seconded and APPROVED. 

The treasurer’s report was given by Lizzy Fetzer: checking = $8,119.31 and savings = $2,325.25.

The reporter’s report was given by Walker Cameron. February’s meeting report was submitted to the Coloradoan and Reporter-Herald as well as social media and the club’s website. 

The sunshine report was presented by Cael Claude. We had 11 February birthdays. 

Lacey Adams gave the Cloverbud report. The Cloverbuds learned about kinetic sand and what makes it kinetic, they also had dirt cups as a snack. 

Leader’s Report:

Trisha Claude, Food & Nutrition Leader, is planning a field trip to AKA Kitchen in Loveland. No date has been scheduled yet. The next Foods project meeting will be at the McKee Building on Monday, April 1.

Important upcoming dates are: 7/2 Shotgun 5 Stand County Shoot; 7/9 Shotgun Trap County Shoot; 7/13 Archery County Shoot; 7/15 Fair Entry Deadline; 7/20 .22 Rifle County Shoot, Dog Show, Muzzleloading County Shoot; 7/21 Dog Show, Air Rifle and Air Pistol County Shoots;  7/27 Larimer County Fair Parade; 7/30 Interview Judging. 

The club also went over another topic regarding Parliamentary Procedure as presented by leader Rob Ryan.

Old Business:

4-H Carnival – The club had over 5 thousand tickets from their booths. Our club sold 3,605 pre-sold tickets.

Field Trip – Lacey Adams is planning a field trip to Sweetheart Lanes in Loveland on April 27. Admission cost for club members and leaders will be covered by the club. Family members will be $11.25 per person.  A SignupGenius will be on the club website.

New Business:

Fair Awards – A motion was made and approved to donate $385 to sponsor fair awards.

Parade Theme – The Larimer County Fair Parade Committee has reached out to clubs to ask for ideas for the parade theme. If you have one in mind, contact Cindy. 

Club T-Shirt Design – The club reviewed and voted on 12 t-shirt designs. A previous club design was chosen by vote, and the club also voted on the color gray. The expense of t-shirts is covered by the club for club members, including Cloverbuds and leaders.  The order form will be available on the club website soon.

Demonstration Night – Club members agreed that they would like to hold a demonstration night on a Friday evening with the club providing pizza. The date is yet to be determined.

Demonstrations: 

• JD Becker gave a demonstration on what he feeds his market steers. 

Cael Claude moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Seconded and APPROVED.

Submitted by secretary, Grace Gray.

The meeting of High Country Handiworkers was called to order at 7:05 p.m. on February 11, 2019 by President Brooke Carlson.

The pledges were led by Eden Copeland, Ethan Osusky, and Victoria Freeland.

Roll call was taken by Secretary Grace Gray and the question asked was, “What grade you are in and what school you go to?”

Sydney Gray moved to approve the minutes as posted on the club website. Seconded and APPROVED.

The treasurer’s report was given by Cindy Buckardt: checking = $6,634.31 and savings =$2,324.98 as we earned $0.30 in interest.

The reporter’s report was given by Walker Cameron. January’s meeting report was submitted to the Coloradoan and Reporter-Herald as well as social media and the club’s website.

The sunshine report was presented by Eden Copeland. We had one January birthday. Cards were circulated for member signatures.

Cindy Buckardt gave the Cloverbud Report. The Cloverbuds made hot chocolate Christmas ornaments and played Stock Show bingo.

The club also went over Parliamentary Procedure which was led by Rob Ryan.

Leader’s Report:

Enrollment – Due March 1, and if you would like to drop or add projects, please email Cindy by March 1.

4-H Carnival Booth Shifts – There is a SignUpGenius on the club website to fill shifts for the 4-H Carnival.  

Outdoor Skills orientation — February 21 at 6:30 p.m. It is required for members to take part in discipline practices.

New Business:

4-H Carnival – On February 27 at 6:30 p.m. Cindy is having a prize review for the clubs booths at her shop. On March 1 at 5:15 p.m. Cindy needs help to load the booths and to meet at the Ranch at 6:00 p.m. for set up. The club needs more items for the baskets for the auction hosted during the carnival. The basket themes are Dog Lover, Colorado Sports, and Camping. There is also a bake sale so bring a baked good wrapped individually. After the carnival is over there will be a dance hosted by the Exchange Club at 5:30 p.m.

Club T-Shirts – It’s time to create a design for the Club’s shirts. If you have any ideas have them ready to present at next month’s meeting.

NRA Banquet – There will be a NRA banquet on March 2 at 6:00 p.m. at the Marriott. Doug Porter moved and approved to fund $25 to the Shooting Sports leaders in our club as well as Sam and Ian Webb so they can attend the banquet.

Demonstrations:

• Eden Copeland about what you can do with different tips for cake decorating.

Walter Buckardt moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m. Seconded and APPROVED.

Members decorated and enjoyed cookies in celebration of Valentine’s Day this week.