Cake Decorating

Registration for 4-H Contests: Cake Decorating, Creative Cooks, Public Speaking (Presentation)

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Deadline Extended

The registration deadline for the Cake Decorating Contest and Creative Cooks has been extended to May 15th!

From Katie Daywalker
Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development & Leadership

I’m excited to announce that registration is now open for three upcoming contests: Cake Decorating, Creative Cooks, and Public Speaking (Presentation).

The Cake Decorating Contest is for Cake Decorating members.

The Creative Cooks Contest & Public Presentation Contest are open to ALL 4-H members, including Cloverbuds.

Details, how to register, and rules are below. If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Daywalker at kdaywalker@larimer.org or 970-498-6007. 

Parents and volunteers: We still need additional volunteers to support these contests! Please reach out to Katie Daywalker at kdaywalker@larimer.org or at 970-498-6007 if you can offer your support. If your child is participating in one of these contests, we can ensure that you have time to support your child as well.

We look forward to seeing you there! 

2022 Larimer County Cake Decorating Contest and Creative Cooks Contest

Saturday, May 21 from 12:45–5:00 p.m.

McKee Building, The Ranch

Register on 4HOnline under “Events.” Registration is open through May 6 at 11:59 p.m. 

Click here for the Cake Decorating Contest Rules.

Click here for the Creative Cooks Contest Rules.

  • The Cake Decorating Contest is open to 4-H members currently enrolled in the Cake Decorating project, and Cloverbuds as well.
    • If you are the parent of a Cloverbud who would like to participate but has not participated in any of the cake decorating workshops, please contact Stephanie Morrison at cowboyalltheway@icloud.com.
  • The Creative Cooks Contest is open to all 4-H members, including Cloverbuds.
  • Please review the attached rules for each contest to learn more!

2022 Larimer County Public Speaking (Presentation) Contest

Saturday, June 4 from 1:00–5:00 p.m.

McKee Building, The Ranch

Register by clicking here to fill out the entry form. Registration will close on May 25 at 11:59 p.m.

Click here for the Public Speaking (Presentation) Contest Rules.

  • The Public Presentation Contest is open to all 4-H members, including Cloverbuds.
  • Please review the attached Information Packet to learn more about the contest and review the rules. 
  • Attention Senior Members: If you plan to participate in one of the following divisions and are interested in competing at State Conference in June should you qualify, you must register for that Contest Division at State Conference before the May 15th deadline. We will discuss the next steps with you after the contest on June 4th depending on whether you qualify. You will not owe payment for State Conference prior to determining whether you qualify at the contest on June 4th. 
  • Divisions (for Senior members only):
    • Horse Demonstration
    • Horse Public Speaking (Prepared Speech) 
    • Prepared Speech
    • Impromptu Speech

Cake Decorating Orientation / January 17

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Enrolling in Cake Decorating or thinking about it?

Attend the orientation on Monday, January 17th at 6:30 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall in the McKee 4-H Building at The Ranch.

You do not need to bring any supplies to this meeting. Just come see what it’s about!

Club News for November 3

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Please take note of these upcoming events.

Leathercraft Workshop

Thursday, November 4
4:00 p.m.
McKee Building, The Ranch

If you are enrolled or you’re thinking about enrolling in Leathercraft, there is a workshop on Thursday from 4:00–5:00 p.m. This is a good opportunity to meet with Bryant Miller to discuss the project and learn about the opportunities and levels (units) you might be interested in.

Larimer County 4-H Achievement Night

Friday, November 5
6:30 p.m.
McKee Building, The Ranch

A night of recognition for the deserving youth and leaders from throughout Larimer County. We have club members who will be receiving awards. Come and support them!

Turn Pens for the Troops

Saturday, November 6
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Woodcraft of Loveland, 3718 Draft Horse Drive, Loveland

In honor of servicemen and women, Woodcraft is hosting a wood pen turning event. This is not a 4-H event but it will count for community service. There is no signup. Just arrive at the store when it works for you. And be sure and take pictures! You can find more information about this Woodcraft event by clicking here. (Sorry the link in our email didn’t work. This one should!)

Cake Decorating Kick-off

Monday, November 8
6:30 p.m.
McKee Building, The Ranch

Cake decorating will hold a meeting to begin the year at 6:30 p.m. If you are enrolled in cake decorating or you’re thinking about enrolling in cake decorating, attend the workshop. You can come over to the club meeting after cake decorating is over.

HCH Club Meeting

Monday, November 8
7:00 p.m.
McKee Building, The Ranch

Our club’s meeting for November will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. We’ll be doing our club’s achievement night for awards and certificates to members for accomplishments from the past year. Whether you’re a long-time member, or you’re new to 4-H and want to see what it’s about, plan to attend! (Those attending the cake decorating kick-off can plan to come whenever that workshop concludes.)

Creative Cooks and Cake Decorating Contest Results

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The Creative Cooks and Cake Decorating Contests were held on Saturday, June 5 at the McKee Building. We loved seeing all of your cakes and your creations. Great job, everyone!

Following are the results:

Cake Decorating

Unit 1 Junior

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionAlexis KennedyWagon Wheel
Reserve ChampionMakayla LedinghamWagon Wheel
BlueLiam BabcockHigh Country Handiworkers
BlueTristan CoxHigh Country Handiworkers
BlueKaty ReevesRawhiders 2

Unit 1 Intermediate

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionTiegan RietforsHigh Country Handiworkers

Unit 2 Junior

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionSofia DunworthBug-A-Bug-A
Reserve ChampionHeidi ZwickeHappy-Go-Lucky
BlueEvelyn BaneRawhiders 2

Unit 3 Junior

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionLydia TracyOwl Canyon Vaqueros

Unit 3 Intermediate

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionClaire VlietstraBug-A-Bug-A
Reserve ChampionAmanda ScaffRawhiders 2
BluePiper TaylorTwin Mounds

Unit 4 Intermediate

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionBethany LalickerOwl Canyon Critters

Unit 5 Senior Themed Cupcakes

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionAllison TempletonBug-A-Bug-A

Unit 5 Senior Themes Cookies

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionBeau BarrettOwl Canyon Critters

Unit 7 Senior

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionEmma VlietstraBug-A-Bug-A

Unit 10 Senior

AwardMember Name4-H Club
ChampionKassie LinesHigh Country Handiworkers
Reserve ChampionLucas BarrettOwl Canyon Critters

Cloverbuds

Member Name4-H Club
Lillian BaneRawhiders 2
Lillian “Lilly” DukeBerthoud Highlanders
Bailee BoppBerthoud Highlanders
Brynlee BoppBerthoud Highlanders

Specialty Awards

AwardMember Name4-H Club
Uniquely ConstructedLucas BarrettOwl Canyon Critters
Perseverance AwardEvelyn BaneRawhiders 2
Most DetailedAllison TempletonBug-A-Bug-A
Perseverance AwardTiegan RietforsHigh Country Handiworkers

Creative Cooks

004: Cloverbuds

Member Name
London Kingry

431: Individual Junior

AwardMember Name
ChampionSloane Kingry
Reserve ChampionClaire Quatrano
BlueOliver Pehrson
BlueAdler Palmer
BlueMakayla Ledingham
BlueKinzie Copeland
BlueSofia Dunworth

433: Colorado Specialty Individual Junior

AwardMember Name
ChampionJosephine Chan

435: Individual Intermediate

AwardMember Name
ChampionCooper Dunworth

437: Colorado Specialty Individual Junior

AwardMember Name
ChampionGwyn Kingry

Special Awards

AwardMember Name
Most CreativeOliver Pehrson
Most DeliciousSloane Kingry
Most PopularOliver Pehrson
Most Knowledge of NutritionClaire Quatrano

Creative Cooks and Cake Decorating Contest Registration

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Registration is now open for the Cake Decorating & Creative Cooks Contests.

This year, registration for our Cake Decorating Contest and Creative Cooks Contest will be through FairEntry. This system is connected to 4HOnline. (Please see the step-by-step instructions here.) This contest is open to all current 4-H members. Cloverbuds are invited to participate as well. 

The registration deadline is May 21. The contests will be held on June 5 at The Ranch.

Sign up today!

Parents and leaders: I am in need of a few volunteers to help support this contest running smoothly. If you are interested and willing to help out, please contact Katie Daywalker! 

Cake Decorating Workshop in April

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There will be a virtual Cake Decorating workshop for April on Monday.

Unit 1 Cake Decorating

  • Monday, April 5 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. (Cloverbuds are welcome!)
  • Pre-registration is required, click here. 
  • Class description and supply list will be sent in advance. 
  • After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Cloverbuds interested in participating in Cake Decorating activities should contact Stephanie Morrison at cowboyalltheway@icloud.com or 970-443-9891.

The supply list is available here.

If you have questions about these workshops, please contact Stephanie Morrison at cowboyalltheway@icloud.com or 970-443-9891.

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