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2024-2025 4-H Year Enrollment is NOW CLOSED
Gallatin 4-H enrollment is now closed. Open self-enrollment for the 2024-2025 4-H year opened back on Oct. 1, 2024 and will be closed as of March 1st, 2025. To participate in club and project meetings members need to be enrolled and be paid/active status by this deadline.
If a new member is interested in joining 4-H after this deadline, they must contact the Gallatin County 4-H Office to discuss options. To take advantage of ALL the opportunities Gallatin 4-H has to offer, enrollment for the 2025-2026 4-H Year will open on Oct. 1st, 2025. |
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🍀2024 Annual Report🍀
We are excited to share our Gallatin County 4-H 2024 Annual Report. It was another incredible year made possible by many members, volunteers, supporters and donors!
The report is linked to our website here: 2024 Annual Report
HUGE shoutout to our 4-H Assistant, Colyn Wiening, for her outstanding work preparing this annual document! |
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State Shoot Help Needed
The Montana 4-H Shooting Sports State Competition will be held in Gallatin County on March 7th, 8th and 9th. The archery shoot will happen in at Big Sky Archery in Gallatin County!! For those who haven't seen the event, we will have shooters (and families) in the basement from ~5:00 Friday until after 4:00 on Sunday while we clean up!
For this to happen smoothly, we need volunteers to help sign-in archers and check bow/arrow weight across all shooting times. All of that happens with volunteers. Competitors come from across the state, and we want them to have an enjoyable memory of the Bozeman Archery competition.
So please take a time (or 3) and help us out!! No need to know anything, we will train. Need to be 14 years or older to help with Scoring.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C48A4A72DABFF2-55294153-2025
If you would be willing to assist us with scoring at the archery matches, that would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact Randy Radke at gv4harchery@gmail.com
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Scholarship Season for Graduating Seniors
Scholarship applications and details can be found on our website here:
4-H Scholarships - Gallatin County Extension | Montana State University
Upcoming Scholarship Deadline Reminders:
Gallatin County 4-H Foundation Scholarships: Due by April 1, 2025
**County scholarships are SEPARATE and different from State 4-H Scholarships
Gallatin Beef Producers Scholarship: Due by April 1, 2025
Kay Jensen 4-H Memorial Scholarship: Due by May 1, 2025
John Venhuizen Honorary Scholarship (Gallatin Conservation District): Due by May 28, 2025
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RECAP: 2025 Communications Day Contest
The 2025 Gallatin County 4-H Communications Day contests brought an impressive variety of demonstrations, illustrated talks, video submissions, commercials, mock job interviews and impromptu speeches. 4-H youth (ages 7-18) wowed our judges with their creative presentations and we learned about measuring horses, elephant tooth paste, raising baby chickens, the history of nutcrackers, drone footage of the Gallatin Valley, sprint cars and more! |
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RECAP: 2025 Culinary Contests
Gallatin 4-H youth really “raised the BAR” at our 2025 Better Batter Baking contest with a wide variety of delicious baked bars Lemon, smores, almond joy banana, broccoli cheese quiche, raspberry streusel, brookies and so many more! The kitchen smelled amazing and our bellies are FULL!
Looking for a new sweet treat recipe?
And let’s TACO bout’ our awesome 4-Hers that competed in the 2025 Gallatin 4-H Stir-Ups Cooking contest which had our youth spicing things up in the kitchen with Tex Mex bowls as this year’s theme. Members mixed up their recipes with elk steak, sparkling lime drinks, spicy chicken, and gorditas from scratch!
Looking for a new dinner idea for your family?
Huge thank you to our guest judges from the Gallatin College Culinary program and MSU Culinary Services, and our 4-H Baking leaders Erin & Katie! |
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Gallatin 4-H in the Media
KBZK interview feature of Laura Fisher, 4-H Sewing Project Leader
Explore Big Sky article featuring Gallatin County 4-H, our learning opportunities, and some of our new youth members!
Montana 4-H Volunteer Spotlight for February - Shawna Oostema
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Montana 4-H State Youth Awards - DUE May 1st
The Montana 4-H State Awards program is in place to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of 4-H members who have reached a standard of excellence in a project area. State Award winners have gone above and beyond regular project work with a focus on leadership, communication, and community service.
State Award recipients are recognized during the Banquet at Montana 4-H Congress in July and are eligible to attend National 4-H Congress in November, in Atlanta, GA.
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Grab yourself some
Gallatin County 4-H MERCH!
We are offering Gallatin County 4-H logoed:
- Shirts, hoodies and quarter-zips - all offered in a variety of sizes (youth and adult) and colors!
- Hats, beanies and sweatpants!
- Engraved water bottles and travel coffee mugs (could be great for future buyers’ gifts!)
Also, back by popular demand, there will be a few limited-edition "THIS is 4-H Country" items offered again in case you missed out earlier this year!
The webstore will be open through the New Year, however we will only be doing weekly or bi-weekly order pick-ups from the BoomTown shop.
Our office will email you when your order has arrived and you will pick up your items at our 4-H Office (no shipping available).
SHOP NOW: https://boomtown-designs.printavo.com/merch/4-h-fall-merch-store |
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Join our BAND app group: Gallatin County 4-H
Never miss important updates from the Gallatin County 4-H Office!
or search "Gallatin County 4-H" subscribe to join our group.
Complete 4-H Calendar, fundraisers and deadlines can all be found here!
You must opt-in, we will not add you and can choose to opt-out at a later date if needed.
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2025 Montana 4-H Rec Lab
REGISTRATION OPEN for the 2025 Montana 4-H Rec Lab
"There’s No Place Like 4-H!" happening March 28-30, 2025 in White Sulphur Springs, MT.
What is Rec Lab? “Rec Lab” stands for Recreation Lab and means that everything at this state 4-H event is hands-on and fun!
Montana 4-H Rec Lab is only open to youth 13+ years old (age as of Oct. 1st, 2024). This event provides an opportunity for youth
from any 4-H project area to enhance their leadership, communication and team building skills in an action-packed and interactive setting. Rec Lab programming is designed to provide participants with tips and tricks for being a better club, camp and community leader. It allows teens to form relationships with 4-H peers from across the state, broaden their skills, and take part in hands-on activities that they’ll
actually enjoy.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road and
Register for Rec Lab through ZSuite via the Events Tab.
- $100.00 Registration Fee (Registration CLOSES March 12). Registration fee includes lodging, snacks, meals, t-shirt, and exciting speakers/workshops!
- **During registration, participants will be asked to pick their workshops. See the workshop selections here: WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS (PDF attached to this email). Many of the workshops have a limited number of participants and will be filled on a first come, first-serve basis.
- “Lodging” is campout style in the school gyms for this event! Female participants and chaperones and male participants and chaperones will be housed in different areas of the school facilities. All participants will need to bring: Sleeping bag, Air mattress/pad, Pillow, Towel and other personal items. There are locker room bathroom facilities and public style showers. There will be an adult-only private shower facility available.
It’s basically an indoor camping trip!!
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Montana Farm Bureau Foundation Speech Contest
~ Calling all 7th-9th Graders enrolled in 4-H or FFA ~
The Montana Farm Bureau Foundation Speech Contest will be April 3rd, 2025 in Bozeman in the MSU Student Union Building from 8am-10:30am
2025 Speech Topic: What do you envision as your future role in the agricultural industry? Whether your interests lie in farm and ranch production, agribusiness, or supporting rural communities, everyone contributes to this vital sector. What are your goals and what challenges might you face? What resources are available for young individuals planning their future role in agriculture?
Speech Length: 2.5 – 4 minutes
To Enter: See the flyer attached. Cash prizes offered!
Reach out to Alena Standley with any questions!
alenas@mfbf.org or 406-799-9955.
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Earn Money for your 4-H Project or Club
We have the AMAZING opportunity to continue to work MSU Concessions and this has become a GREAT way to raise money for 4-H club/project activities! We frequently commit to events throughout the year as they arise and update the SignUp Genius accordingly.
What does working MSU Concessions entail? All food is made and prepped by MSU Culinary/Concessions staff, 4-H members/parents just simply sell and serve it out of one of the concessions stands on MSU Campus (Stadium or Fieldhouse depending on the event). This is a super easy, fun and quick way to make money for your Clubs/Projects and gain some skills in the service industry! A Stand Leader and MSU Concessions staff will train you on the spot with what you need to know - No experience necessary!
4-H/MSU Fundraising Event SignUp:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA9A92AABFE3-48570182-fall
During the 2023-2024 4-H Year, 4-H Clubs/Projects earned over $19,000 total working at MSU Concession events!! If club/project members sign up for an event as a group, your club/project will get ALL the tips and a percentage of the profits from that event. If multiple projects/clubs sign up for the same game, then the tips and profits will be split between the groups. So, we highly encourage you to gather up your members, pick a game/event that your club/project will work as one group to maximize the amount of money you will earn!
Depending on the event, the day/time/hours will vary and depending on our concessions stand location, the number of people we will need per game will vary. We will need a combination of youths (minimum age of 10 with parent accompaniment) and teens/adults (ages 15+) to run cash registers.
If you have any questions, please contact the 4-H Office
gallatin4h@montana.edu
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4-H Career Day
Madison County 4-H will be hosting a 4-H Career Day and has invited our Gallatin youth to attend. This Career Day is intended to help youth connect the dots between their favorite 4-H projects and careers those interests can lead into.
Mark Your Calendars:
Saturday, May 31st from 1-5pm at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Twin Bridges, MT.
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SAVE THE DATE - MONTANA 4-H CONGRESS
Pre-Congress : July 6-8, 2025
Congress : July 8-11, 2025
The Montana 4-H Congress is back! If you're a 4-H member aged 13 or older, a volunteer, or part of the MSU Extension faculty and staff, we invite you to join us for an incredible leadership opportunity on the MSU campus in Bozeman this summer.
For over 100 years, 4-H'ers from across the state have gathered for this signature event, and 2025 will be no different. Montana 4-H Congress provides a unique experience where youth can learn, grow, and have fun in a collaborative, safe environment. Over four action-packed days, participants will take part in:
- State Competitive Events: Showcase your skills and talents in various contests, from public speaking to livestock judging. Visit the Congress Contest page for detailed info on the 11 statewide competitive events that take place during Congress on Wednesday July 9, 2025.
- Exciting Hands-On Workshops: Delivered by MSU faculty, these workshops will cover a wide range of topics, helping you develop practical skills and knowledge you can use for years to come.
- Fun Social Events: From team-building games to dances, there will be plenty of opportunities to relax, have fun, and make lasting friendships.
Congress is not just an event—it's a tradition! If you're still wondering what makes it so special, talk to someone who's been there. Older members in your club or county can share their personal experiences, or reach out to a state officer—they’re the true experts on all things Congress.
Visit the photo page to see past events. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Bozeman this July by reaching out to your MSU extension office to learn about eligibility in your county and deadlines.
Statewide registration will OPEN in late April 2025. |
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SAVE THE DATES: 2025 Gallatin 4-H Summer Camp
Giving a little sneak peek of the 2025 4-H Summer Camp theme...
Keep an eye out for more information on our upcoming 4-H Summer Camp! We are planning to launch registration in May.
When: August 1 - August 5, 2025
Where: Yellowstone Alliance Adventures
Youth Campers: ages 8-13 (as of Oct. 1, 2024)
Camp is held during the summer and campers age 8 to 13 are encouraged to attend. Teens who apply and are selected, plan the camp program and serve the Camp as Counselors. They work under the guidance of Camp Directors and 4-H Extension Agent, and they learn valuable leadership and team building skills.
4-H Camp is a fun, educational experience that provides:
- Educational Opportunities
- Outdoor Recreation
- Independence
- Belonging
In 2025 we will again be having camp at Yellowstone Alliance Adventures. This is an amazing facility, and we are certain it will be a great week. Our counselors are busy planning educational workshops and experiences to keep your kids busy at the 4-H Summer Camp. Campers will love the zip line, themed workshops, giant slip n' slide, community service project and much more! Camp registration will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Preference will be given to active 4-H members, but our Summer Camp welcomes non-4H members as well! |
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LOOKING AHEAD:
The 4-H Year at a Glance - 2024-2025 4-H Annual Calendar HERE
*Our Gallatin 4-H BAND app has ALL 4-H meetings/events listed in one place in the calendar tool (QR Code above)
MARCH 4 ULC Meeting
MARCH 6 County Contest Awards Night
MARCH 7-9 Montana 4-H State Shooting Sports Competition (Bozeman)
MARCH 12 Montana 4-H Rec Lab Registration CLOSES
MARCH 13 MSU Concessions Fundraiser - State AA Basketball
MARCH 14 MSU Concessions Fundraiser - State AA Basketball
MARCH 15 MSU Concessions Fundraiser - State AA Basketball
MARCH 23 Newsletter Blurbs DUE
MARCH 28 & 29 MSU Concessions Fundraiser - Pow Wow
MARCH 28-30 Montana 4-H Rec Lab (see flyer above)
APRIL 1 Gallatin 4-H Foundation Scholarships DUE
See March Committee, Club and Project updates in sections below.
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UNLIMITED LEADERS COUNCIL (ULC)
Gallatin County Unlimited Leaders Council is the governing body of Gallatin County 4-H and all the committees within the county 4-H program.
The monthly ULC Board meeting was held on Feb 4, 2025 at the 4-H Office. The meeting started with the standard proceedings (approval of minutes, financial reports, etc) and then Molly gave an update on some of the recent activities for our county 4-H members. Record numbers from Gallatin County participated in the recent Citizenship Seminar and Legislative Breakfast in Helena. The new 4-H Ambassador team had a successful retreat, with many ideas brainstormed for excellent leadership from our teens. Molly also reminded everyone that open enrollment will be closing on March 1, so be sure to complete that task if you haven’t already!
Rec Lab will be held in White Sulphur Springs March 28-30, and promises to be a fun event as always. Gallatin County is helping to run the weekend, and there are many great workshops planned. Molly is encouraging early sign-up, which opens February 10. An anticipated 200+ kids aged 13-18 will be attending!
MSU reached out with additional concessions fundraising opportunities, with the State AA basketball tournament at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse March 13-15. Check the Concessions Sign-Up Genius if your club or project is interested in this new opportunity.
The County-wide contests (Communications Day, Better Batter Baking and Stir-Ups Cooking) will be held Feb 21-22. Molly reports having good numbers of kids signed up, and enough judges committed for a successful event.
- Submitted by Ashley Casto
ULC meets the first Tuesday of every month, with our next meeting on
March 4th at 6pm at the Extension Office.
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MARKET LIVESTOCK COMMITTEE (MLC)
The purpose of the Market Livestock Committee is to develop and promote all market livestock projects (Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goat, Rabbit, and Poultry) in 4-H and FFA on a county-wide basis, with support offered to non-market projects as well (Dairy Cow, Dairy Goat, Horse, Breed/Breeding projects).They provide members the educational experience and support to responsibly raise, care for, and sell their 4-H/FFA market animals; organize & facilitate the Gallatin County 4-H/FFA Market Sale; create and enforce the FairBook Rules specific to all livestock species; and work together as a committee to set and enforce the standard for all livestock projects.
Our next committee meeting will be
Wednesday, March 12 at 6pm at the Extension Office.
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GALLATIN 4-H FOUNDATION, INC.
The mission of the Gallatin 4-H Foundation is to aid and promote, by financial assistance and support, all types of 4-H Programs and other Extension Youth Programs.
Meetings occur quarterly and/or when needed, usually on the 4th Thursday at 6pm at the 4-H Office.
The Foundation will next meet: Thursday, April 24th to review Scholarship Applications
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Dag Nabids Club
Meetings take place the second to last Tuesday of each month.
The February Dag Nabids meeting was held on Tuesday, Feb 18th. We started the meeting by discussing where we would go sledding. It was decided the sledding party would be at Bear Canyon Trailhead on Sunday, March 2nd from 12:30-2:30. (What is a sled's favorite dessert? ICE CREAM SUN-DAY) It is asked that you bring snow gear and your own sleds.
We received $100 from the Montana Farmer's Union as a grant to be used for $50 to Heart of the Valley, $25 to children in transitional housing, and $25 to the needs pantry at the high school. We're happy to be helping children and animals in need!
The historians from the Dag Nabids are creating a scrapbook of pictures of what our members have done, group events, and projects we are involved in. You can contact Remi for a member form that you can fill out telling your projects, what you enjoy about 4-H, etc.
Teen Ambassador Matt came to the Dag Nabids February meeting to help teach Parliamentary Procedure. He taught us by making trail mix, where we had to make motions and amendments to add sweets, treats, and even wasabi beans. It turned out pretty good with a decent variety of sweets and saltines. Thanks, Matt, for teaching us Parli Pro!
There will not be a Dag Nabids meeting in March due to spring break, so we'll see you in April.
Punny Question of the Month: How do sleds celebrate their friendship? With a SLIDE show!
See you on the sledding hill!
Submitted by Isa Capp
Dag Nabids Reporter
Join the Club's BAND account for more updates and meeting reminders:
https://band.us/n/ada2Ae3bhdR3u
Questions, please call or text:
Belinda Nash 406-570-5585 or
Monika Johnson 406-579-3211
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Hyalite Hawks Club
Contact leader for meeting dates, times and locations.
Hi 4-Hers!
At our February meeting, our members got to know each other better through our 'Have You Ever' icebreaker activity and thanks to Gavin for building and demonstrating his race car track and jump for us during his 'show and share'. For our service project this month, great effort was put in by youth and adults alike by shoveling heavy snow off the outdoor basketball court so that Anderson school students can make use of this space! Thank you to the Kasmer family for providing snacks for our February meeting.
Note: There will be no March club meeting. Our next meeting will be held Sunday, April 6 at 4:30 pm at Anderson School. Please send Elsa an email if you would like to have the opportunity to 'show & share' something you're interested in during our April meeting or if you want to bring snacks. See you in April!
Submitted by Elsa Austin, President
Reach out to club leaders anytime: Elsa Austin at elsa.austin@gmail.com, Christine at sommersaustin@gmail.com, or Jen Wold at jenmariewold@hotmail.com. We can't wait to spend time with each of you in the New Year!
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Gateway Challengers Club
Meetings take place the second Monday of each month at the Gallatin Gateway Community Center (145 Mill St., Gateway) from 6:30- 8:00 p.m.
The Gateway Challengers met on February 10, 2025 for our monthly meeting. We ate pizza for dinner and got in groups to start preparing our demonstration speeches. Speech topics included addressing envelopes, making butter, pine cone bird feeders, rice krispies, car emergency kits, and table setting etiquette. Everybody participated in the making and demonstration of their groups' topic. We will be having make-up demonstration speeches and time to work on record books at our next meeting, March 10, 2025.
Our club leaders are Jessica Black and Morgan Stuart. Questions? Contact Jessica at 406-539-0940 or theblacksmail@gmail.com.
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Ora Et Labora 4-H Club
Meetings take place the second Friday of each month at 6pm at Divine Mercy Academy school in Belgrade.
Due to some schedule conflicts with Spring Break and other 4-H events this March, we have decided to cancel our March Meeting. We will resume our meetings on the 2nd Friday of April - which will be April 11th.
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Pass Creek Club
Meetings take place on the first Sunday of each month at 4:00pm at Springhill Church in Belgrade.
This Club is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
For any questions, please contact Cassie Smieja: smiejahay@latmt.com
406-539-3833
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Shining Mountaineers Club
Meetings will take place on the second Monday of each month from 6:00-8:00pm at the 161 W. Madison Ave, Belgrade.
Hello from Shining Mountaineers,
Our February meeting was a Valentine delight! Ambassador Matt led a parli pro chex mix activity which was designed to teach all members how parliament and procedures while engaging minds with fun yummy snacks. (some not so yummy also!) We discussed bull sales upcoming, Better Batter Baking and Stir-Ups Cooking contests coming soon and last we went through cake decorating and other small groups to hear from members in self taught classes. lastly we pushed to use club funds to help members go to Rec lab. it was passed and will be discussed more soon!
Our next club meeting will be Monday, March 10 at 6:00pm at Heart to Heart Home Care. We will be doing record book checks and you will receive comments on your record books, so please remember to bring your record books!
- Submitted by Olive Bowlin
Please join our band here: https://band.us/n/a2a9Ac7cE7k53
If you'd like to join Shining Mountaineers, please reach out to Lindsey Klebenow through email at shiningmountaineers@gmail.com or
406-551-3841.
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Dry Creek Teens Club
Meetings take place on the first Monday of each month at 6:30pm at the Bridge Church in Manhattan.
March Meeting & tour of Go Fast POSTPONED to Monday, March 17 - meet at their production facility (251 Sunfield Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714)
Not too far: on the Frontage Rd just past the Belgrade Bus Barns and before Andy's Glass.
Check out the Dry Creek Teens BAND profile for meeting updates and events: https://band.us/n/a8a6A30dS9f0u
If you have questions, please contact Kelly Pavlik 406-600-1016 or via email kelly.pavlik@barnard-inc.com
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Gallatin Valley Livestock Club
Contact leader for meeting dates, times and locations.
Feel free to call or email me with any questions or if I can help with anything. My cell is (406) 577-6906.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon!
Thanks, Jeff Sposito
If you have questions, please contact Jeff Sposito via email jffsposito9@gmail.com
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Manhattan Clever Clovers Club
Meetings take place on the second Monday of each month at 6:00pm at the Bridge Church in Manhattan.
We had a lot of fun and got quite a few things done at our February 10th Club Meeting!. We decided to have a JumpTime party within a few weeks, Kelly Pavlik came to the meeting to receive our surprise gift - we had voted in January to buy a new gavel for her Manhattan Dry Creek Teens Club (the two Manhattan clubs had been sharing a gavel until now!).Three kids gave demonstrations about dog obedience and Beltex Sheep.
And we finished the night making Valentine's Day cards and posters for many of the under-appreciated administrators and teachers in the Manhattan Schools, which was one of our Community Service Projects. Several of the kids helped deliver the cards and posters on February 13th. Our next meeting is Monday, March 10 at 6pm and our JumpTime Party is Friday, March 14 at 10am.
For any questions, please contact new Club Leaders Sarah Simser (erring@gmail.com) or Rebecca Etchison (etch898@yahoo.com)
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Manhattan Livestock Club
Contact leader for meeting dates, times and locations.
This Club is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
For any questions, please contact Melanie Duffin: rmduffin3@gmail.com
406-209-1978
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Clarkston Mustangs Club
Contact leader for meeting dates, times and locations.
For any questions, please contact Cassandra Mitchell:
cassyjh@hotmail.com
406-223-0146
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Willow Creek Wranglers Club
Contact leader for meeting dates, times and locations.
For any questions, please contact Sam Cavin at 599-8288 sjcavin@msn.com
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Member At Large
New to 4-H? Not sure what club fits your style? Register for your projects under
“Member at Large” when completing your 4-H Enrollment Clubs page on ZSuite.
Participating in a specific 4-H club is not a requirement to participate in 4-H projects, but Clubs provide members a great opportunity to get more involved with their communities, leaders, and group activities.
We encourage members to join one of our clubs listed above!
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2024-2025 4-H Projects
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AMBASSADORS / TEEN LEADERSHIP
Next Meetings:
- Wednesday, March 5th at 6pm at the 4-H Office. We will have special guests, MSU Students, joining us for a workshop focused on advocating for the agriculture industry and 4-H!
**Helping Cloverbuds:
Erin our Cloverbud leader has requested some "helping hands" at her monthly Cloverbud meetings to help wrangle the 50+ 5-7 year olds through their activities. Ambassadors have been assigned a month, but Teen Leaders can join in whenever their schedule allows. No need to coordinate with Erin prior, just show up and she will tell you everything you need to know to help! Cloverbud meetings start at 5:30pm and are held in the exhibit buildings at the Fairgrounds (building TBD for each meeting based on building availability)
- Cloverbud Project Meeting Ambassador Assignments:
- Wednesday, March 12th 5:30-7:00: Matt & Hayes
- Wednesday, April 16 5:30-7:00: Hayes & Matt
- Wednesday, May 21 5:30-7:00: Kinzey
SAVE THE DATES:
- Sunday, March 16 (2:45-4pm) = LAST Leadership Academy
- Wednesday, March 5 (6-8pm) = March Meeting
- March 28-30 = Rec Lab (White Sulphur Springs)
- Wednesday, April 9 (6-8pm) = April Meeting
- Sunday, April 6 (4pm) = Ambassadors/Teens teaching for Pass Creek 4-H Club
- Saturday, April 12 (8am-12pm) = AQA Workshop #2 (Teens/Ambassadors teaching)
- Friday, April 18 (5:30pm-7:30pm) = Time Management/Career Readiness Game workshop
- Friday, April 25 (5:30-8pm) = Spring Workshop (Teens/Ambassadors teaching)
- May 6-8 = Farm Fair
- Friday, May 2 (6-10pm) = Clover Bash Dance
Teens & Parents – Subscribe to our Teen Leadership/Ambassador BAND Group: https://band.us/n/ababA1o243K4K
The Teens requested that we create a Teen Leadership Remind page as well so meeting reminders also come through as a text. If you’d like to join that as well, subscribe here: https://www.remind.com/join/gcounty4ho
If you have any questions, please contact leader, 4-H Agent Molly Yurdana
molly.yurdana@montana.edu or text 530-613-9908
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BAKING @ MSU
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
We will meet at the MSU Food Lab, Herrick Hall Room #120, located on S. 7th Avenue on the 1st Monday of each month at 6pm (pick up will be 8:00pm). Leaders Krista and Katie come up with a variety of recipes each month and kids will be divided into small groups to bake. Parents are welcome to stay and help or come back at the end.
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*We did a 4-H service project in February for Valentine's Day!! We made and packaged over 300 cookies for kids and families that live in the Wheat Suites transitional housing. So fun to watch these kiddos work together to accomplish this in 2 hours.
Put these dates on your calendar for future meetings:
3/3/25
4/7/25
5/5/25
Please watch for an e-mail shortly after each meeting with the recipes from the meeting to print if you would like them, and valuable links and reminders about 4-H record books and our baking project workbook.
If you have any questions, please contact Erin at
(ehagmeier@gmail.com email) or text 406-431-7205
Project Leaders:
Erin Neil
Katie Taylor
Krista Pancich
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BEEF
MANDATORY Demonstration of control of your steer and weigh-in - April 13th, 2025 1:00pm - 3pm. All FFA and 4H members must be attend to be eligible for fair.
Beef Committee:
gallatinbeefproject@gmail.com
ANNABEL MORGAN 406-580-9003
SETH HALVERSON 406-209-1178
KELLY PAVLIK 406-600-1016
CRAIG DEBOER 406-570-3304
MELANIE DUFFIN 406-209-1978 |
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CAMP COUNSELORS
- E-Board: We are meeting Tuesday, March 18th at 6pm at the 4-H Office – please plan to touch base with all your assigned C.I.Ts to check in on them and how they are doing, questions they may have, concerns, etc.
- Everyone: The next Camp Counselor meeting is Wednesday, March 26th at 6pm at the 4-H Office. I will send another email closer to our next meeting date with more details, what to bring/prep beforehand, etc.
- We will be handing out information on our next Fundraiser – Cookie Dough and Meat Products through Success n’ Fundraising (we voted not to do Butter Braids this year). Counselors will have from March 26th – April 30th to collect orders/money for that fundraising opportunity.
- Fundraising:
- The Camp Project has committed to working/staffing TWO of the MSU Spring Rodeo Concessions shifts - Thursday, April 10 (5:30pm-11pm) and Sunday, Apil 13 (11:30am-4:30pm). If you're available, please sign up via the Camp Fundraising link here: Camp Counselors: Camp Fundraising - MSU Concessions
- DATE CHANGE: On prior camp counselor schedules, we had a
tentative meeting scheduled for April 29th – we will definitely need the extra planning/meeting time, but we have adjusted the date slightly.
- ADD WEDNESDAY, April 30th at 6pm at the 4-H Office to your calendars for an April Camp Counselor meeting for workshop development and camp committee workday.
**If you will not be able to attend a meeting, you
must let the Office or one of the Directors know ASAP. We appreciate your time, effort and willingness to serve this organization in a larger capacity. See you soon! 😊
Sincerely your Camp Crew,
Molly Yurdana (4-H Agent)
Tiffany Togstad (Camp Co-Director)
Amy Juliano (Camp Co-Director)
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CAT
Our next meeting will be at 5:30pm at Alpenglow Animal Hospital (2401 Riata Rd). Please RSVP if possible so we have a good idea of numbers.
This meeting we will likely do a fun true/false quiz on cat facts, and will go over some of the record book Purr-fect Pals activities (every year, a member is expected to do at least 7 of the activities, and these do need to be done in order to go to fair). We will also be going over some cat behaviors and body language.
Hope to see you all there! I may need it to be a slightly shorter meeting as one of our show dogs is getting ready to whelp a litter.
Julie Oghigian
Gallatin County 4-H Cat Project
Cell (text is good too)- 714-206-4636
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CLOVERBUDS (AGES 5-7)
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
In February we did a lot of fun things around the photography project. What is a camera, kinds of photos, close up photo guesses, a photo show of our own pics with a gallery walk and a DIY camera.
Our next meeting will be Wednesday, March 12th at 5:30pm at the Fairgrounds.
We will meet once a month at the fairgrounds in the evening from 5:30-7ish on the third Wednesday of each month (except for March, where it falls on the Bozeman Schools spring break, we will meet on the 2nd Wednesday that month) from November-May.
I will send an email each month a few days ahead of time to let you know which building we are in (it can sometimes change based on availability) and what you need to bring for each meeting (this should be supplies you have at home: something like crayons, glue stick, stuffed animal etc).
If you have questions please email Erin Neil at ehagmeier@gmail.com or 406-431-7205.
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COOKING @ MSU
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
We meet once a month in the MSU Food Lab commercial kitchen located in room #120 in Herrick Hall off of S. 7th Avenue. Most meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month, with a few exceptions for holidays, from 5:30 to 8:30ish pm (dates listed below). The meetings aren't done until the kitchen is clean, so each member is expected to stay until everything is done.
Upcoming Dates:
3/25/25
4/15/25
5/20/25
Contact Stephanie Grace with any questions
406-600-7935
livelysteph76@gmail.com
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DAIRY COW
The dairy cow project kicked off the new year on January 23. The members at this meeting planned what they wanted to learn about for the year and we welcomed three new members to the project! .
On February 27, the dairy cow project members met and judged cows that were part of the 95th annual Hoard's Dairyman judging contest. This is a national contest and the project members will submit their judging results to be scored as they represent our county 4-H program.
Next up, the dairy cow project members will be learning about diseases that affect dairy cows. Members were assigned a disease to research at the February workshop and they will be presenting their findings to the group on March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm (4-H Office). We look forward to hearing about what the members learned from this research project.
Dairy Cow project will meet the fourth Thursday of each month at the 4-H office. Watch your email for any updates or changes!
Mark Your Calendars - all at the 4-H Office unless communicated otherwise
Thursday, March 27 6:30-8pm
Thursday, April 24 6:30-8pm
Thursday, May 22 6:30-8pm
Thursday, June 26 6:30-8pm
Questions? Contact leaders:
Shawna Oostema (406) 580-7819
Cassie Smieja (406) 539-3833.
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DOG OBEDIENCE
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
We will be meeting on March 26th at Montana Murray Kennels (25 Dollar Drive, Belgrade) at 5:30. This is not on the schedule you received at orientation, but this is a non- negotiable meeting for EVERY member and a parent! Ron Murray is requiring this, and he will be speaking from 5:30 - 6:00. When he finishes I will be going through orientation information again from 6:00 - 7:00 for those of you who couldn't make it on January 8. If you were at the January 8th meeting, you may leave when Ron is finished speaking, but you are welcome to stay as well. If you were not at the January 8th meeting, you must stay for this orientation! Attending one of the orientation meetings is MANDATORY for participating in the dog obedience project.
CAMP COUNSELORS...if your child is also a camp counselor, they do have a conflict. I have talked to Molly and this is our solution so please, please, please let your kids know!!! They ALL need to attend Ron's 30 minute talk (non-negotiable) and they ALL need to be in touch with one of the CC leaders to let them know that they will (1) either be a few minutes late, for those that made it to the first orientation, or (2) that they will not be attending the CC meeting because they need to stay for orientation. If they don't contact a CC leader, it will not be excused.
Vaccines - if you have already sent me your proof of current Rabies, thank you! Rabies is REQUIRED, distemper and kennel cough are strongly encouraged.
If you haven't sent me your paperwork, please remember that it must be turned in before your dog can come to class. You can email it to me, or you can bring a copy to class on February 12th or March 26th.
Concessions - link is in the newsletter! This is a great way to earn money for any project or club. All parents and any member 10 years and older can work. You declare the club or project you are working for at the beginning of the shift. The money earned for the dog project is how we pay for our pizza party record book meeting, and it pays for the awards at the fair. Please donate a few hours of your time to help out a club or project.
Shawnna
shawnna0869@gmail.com
406-599-0869
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DOG AGILITY
Hello All Dog Agility 4-H'ers!
The seasons are changing and we are headed into March and will starting meeting soon! We will have our first informational meeting on Tuesday, March 11th at 5pm. The meeting will be located at Montana Murray Kennels, 25 Dollar Drive in Belgrade. In the meeting we will be filling out paperwork and discussing rules, expectations as well as schedule. At the first meeting I would like for you to bring current vaccine records only. No dogs at this first meeting and parents are encouraged to stay to hear information as well as to ask questions.
Typical meetings will be held on Tuesdays at 4:30pm. In the month of March we will be having a meeting also on March 18th at 4:30pm and will not meet on the 25th. During the month of April know that we will be meeting every Tuesday at 4:30pm.
As always if you have questions or concerns, please reach out. Also, if you are not able to attend the first meeting please let me know. I look forward meeting those of you whom I do not know and to see all of you that I do know again!
Jen Osler
406.388.4789
facility@montanamurraykennels.com
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DOG - MMK DOG THERAPY PROGRAM
This project is by invite only. There are strict criteria that must be met to join. Please enroll in this project ONLY if you have received an email from me inviting you to join!
Congratulations on making it through all the expert workshops! You are now ready to start going out on visits to the facilities, WOOHOO! You have been assigned to an alpha team, and that team member should have already been in contact with you to schedule your first visit. If this is not the case, contact me ASAP and I will get you connected! Go forth and enjoy providing enrichment to our community members in nursing homes and memory care facilities. Also, don't forget to log into the website and join the membership! mmktherapydogs.com
I hope to see you at pack walks!!
Please reach out to me if you have any questions,
Shawnna Taylor
406-599-0869
shawnna0869@gmail.com
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GOAT - DAIRY
Hello everyone, it's hard to believe we are heading into March already!
We wanted to announce our Senior Youth Goat Committee Members for this year:
- Moriah Colton- Dairy and Market goat representative
- Lydia Black- Dairy goat representative
- Lizzy Brownell- Market goat
As things are warming up, we will be having a lot of fun and new things coming up!
Dairy Goat Workhops:
March 10, 2025 6:00pm at the fairgrounds Building #4 - DHIA Milk testing Guest Speaker
March 29, 2025 Fundraiser- PowWow MSU
May 6-8, 2025- Farm Fair
If you have any questions please contact
Questions? Contact a Dairy Goat Leader:
Lea’h MacDonald (406) 220-3556 lmk80@live.com
Rachel Colton 406-548-1915
Cassandra Mitchell 406-223-0146
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GOAT - MARKET
Upcoming Market Goat Project Meeting Dates:
- MONDAY, March 17 at 6pm at the 4-H Office
If you are enrolled in a 4-H/FFA livestock project and are planning to show and/or sell an animal at our Gallatin County 4-H/FFA Fair this upcoming summer, please read and sign the 2024-2025 Gallatin County Livestock Contract.
This contract explains the livestock project workshop requirements, animal possession deadlines, expectations and other important fair information. This contract is MANDATORY if you are selling a market animal and is due by the possession date for your species (listed in Section 2 on the contract). *The Gallatin County Livestock Contract is in addition to any other species-specific contracts that your project leaders may give you.
Sign Contract Here: https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=5e957a50-2ab1-40ea-90fb-9e267983b91a&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
Questions? Contact a Market Goat Leader:
Amy Brownell (406) 209-2720 abrownell3372@gmail.com
Lea’h MacDonald (406) 220-3556 lmk80@live.com
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HORSELESS HORSE
On a VERY chilly Saturday in February, our members braved the weather to make a trek out to the therapy barn in Gallatin Gateway where they learned about horse safety and worked with horses on the ground. Students learned and practiced grooming, leading, and moving horses away from them. A few games of Red Light Green Light were thrown in to warm up those chilly legs! Thanks to Jeanette and her crew for hosting us and teaching us about your horses. Thanks to parents and members for being so tough in the cold temps!
We need to send a special thank you to Tessa Whitson and Aiden Smoot, along with Isa and Liam Capp, who wrapped presents at Murdochs before Christmas for the Horseless Horse project and raised quite a bit of money! PLEASE feel free to sign up for a Concessions shift at MSU events and designated the Horseless Horse project for your funds. PARENTS, Gallatin 4-H is always is need of more stand leaders to be trained. It's a terrific way to give back to 4-H and meet other community members!
In the month of March, we will be having 2 scheduled meetings.
Regular Meeting: Thursday, March 20th will be a regular meeting with learning about breeds of horses, held at the 4-H office.
Pizza and Project Books Meeting: Monday, March 24th will be a record and project book meeting to help members get caught up (or ahead!) To be eligible for fair, each member needs to complete the My 4-H Year Record, the Non-animal Project Record, and 7 projects in their project books. Keeping up with records and projects now will give you a lot of peace of mind when Fair things are due in the summer!
Be on the lookout for more information for an equine event we will be helping with on Saturday, April 26th, but mark your calendars for that date.
Hang in there... spring is just around the corner... hoping winter hasn't been a "tail of whoa" for you!
Sarah Capp
Horseless Horse Project Meeting Schedule:
(All at the 4-H Office, unless announced otherwise - 903 N. Black Ave, Bozeman)
- Monday, April 21st 6pm-7:30pm
- Monday, May 19th 6pm-7:30pm
Questions? Contact leader Sarah Capp at (406) 539-4386 or scapp9999@hotmail.com
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HORSE PROJECTS
Hello Gallatin County Horse 4H,
We have a lot of exciting clinics happening this month!
Important Reminders:
- Check the website: Gallatin County 4H Website. A huge thank you to Amy Free for all her hard work on the website! Things change, so this is where the most recent up to date info on horse happenings will be, along with sign up links and details!
- Registration and deadlines: Click on each clinic on the website to access the Signup Genius link. If you are signed up, you will be the first to be notified of any changes! Be sure to complete all required paperwork and sign up by the Thursday before each clinic. This helps our leaders plan accordingly.
- Spring Vaccines: 5 way vaccine and coggins are recommended and required for MSU Pavillion. Flu/Rhino administered between Feb 1-June 1 is required for fair.
March Clinics and Events:
- Saturday, March 1st
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Jumping/Dressage Clinic
- 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Horsemanship Clinic
- Friday, March 7th
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: J/D Lesson @ Silver Spur
- Saturday, March 8th
- 1:00 PM - 4: 00 PM: Packing Clinic. Details on sign up
- Saturday, Sunday March 29th-30th
- C2M Clinic- Austin Grazier Clinic
- WRH - Austin Grazier Clinic
Looking Ahead:
- April 11-13 The 48th Annual American Youth Horse Council Symposium in Tucson, Arizona. For more information visit: Website
- July 11th - 13th: Fair Horse Show Competition
4-H Backountry and Packing Clinic Info:
For the 3/8/25 meeting we will be at Miller Pavillion 1:00pm-4:00pm MST
What we will do:
- We will do an intro to the program and finish Module 1 from where we left off last meeting
- If we have time we will begin Module 2
What to bring and be prepared for:
- Bring your paperwork from last meeting Module 1
- Bring a rope to practice knots ~3ft section of rope
- Optional (if you have it and want to bring it)
- Bring 1 pack animal
- Bring your pack saddle and pad
- Bring lash cinch, mantee rope, mantee tarp, cargo rope, boxes, bags or panniers
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email the Horse Committee at.gc4hhorse@gmail.com.
Anika Yeley
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HORSE - GALLATIN TWISTERS
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KNITTING/CROCHET
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
It looks like our weather may be cooperating for gathering on Saturday, March 1, 10:00-12:00 at The Springs in Bozeman. One thing the weather brought, was more time to stay inside where it was warm and work on knitting/crocheting!!
If you need any help with choosing a project, please let us know. We hope that a goal for everyone is to enter at least 1 item in the fair this July. Please bring along your record sheets so you can record what you worked on and what you learned.
It has been exciting to see how each one of you is progressing!! Remember, that if you need additional assistance, please contact us.
Our knit/crochet project will meet the first Saturday of each month (November - June) from 10:00am-12:00pm at The Springs in Bozeman.
Jeanette Hughes 406-570-7368 jbhughes97@yahoo.com
Phyllis Lewis 307-4312079 pblewis1943@gmail.com
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LEATHERCRAFT
Good afternoon,
Our next meeting will be March 22nd at the Extension office. My sister is offering a landscape class (details are still being ironed out) which will be held April 5th. There will be a small fee, to cover the cost of the leather used during the class.
****Be sure to bring any questions you might have to that class, my sister is a wealth of knowledge.******
We will also have our regular meeting April 19th.
Any questions or concerns please contact me at marble@wyoming.com or 406-579-0431
Thank you,
Merrita
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LIVESTOCK JUDGING *new project this year!
Meetings are every Monday at 6:30 at the extension office
UNLESS communicated through email.
Cody and Amy Brownell
406-209-4183
Livestockjudging_cody@yahoo.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Project Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6pm – 7:30pm at the 4-H Extension Office (Bozeman)
3/18
4/22
5/20
Subscribe to the Photography BAND for more project updates, meeting RSVPs and assignments: https://band.us/n/aba3A2o95ep28
Questions? Contact leader Tamara Knappenberger at
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POULTRY - Market or Breed/Show
Welcome to the month of March!
In preparation of the new chick season, poultry members learned about chick care, nutrition, and biosecurity at our February workshop that was planned and lead by our youth leaders, Madison Oostema and Moriah Colton. Our Cloverbud members also learned about chicks with their special activity of the month lead by Rebecca Powell-Longden and assistant Thomas Powell-Longden.
Our next poultry workshop will be held on March 13, 2025 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at the 4-H Office at the Fairgrounds. We will be learning about egg quality, egg judging/parts, candeling and hatching!
See you there!
Please save the following dates for future workshops: April 10, April 26, and June 12.
If you are enrolled in a 4-H/FFA livestock project and are planning to show and/or sell an animal at our Gallatin County 4-H/FFA Fair this upcoming summer, please read and sign the 2024-2025 Gallatin County Livestock Contract.
This contract explains the livestock project workshop requirements, animal possession deadlines, expectations and other important fair information. This contract is MANDATORY if you are selling a market animal and is due by the possession date for your species (listed in Section 2 on the contract). *The Gallatin County Livestock Contract is in addition to any other species-specific contracts that your project leaders may give you.
Sign Contract Here: https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=5e957a50-2ab1-40ea-90fb-9e267983b91a&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
The 4-H Poultry Project Leader's Committee
Shawna Oostema: 406-580-7819, fcclashawna@hotmail.com
Judy Brownell: onebar4@aol.com
Judy Neiminen: 406-599-0639; lneiminen@gmail.com
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QUILTING *new project this year!
The Gallatin county quilt project members have been busy learning new quilting techniques. They are finishing their quilt-as-you-go table runners, and learning how to bind them. The next project is a paper piecing project. Everyone is having a great time and showing lots of creativity. Very soon, each member will choose their "big" project for the year.
March meetings are Saturday, March 8 at the 4-H conference room from 10am to 3pm, and Thursday, March 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Middle School in Manhattan.
Great job quilters. Keep up the good work!
UPCOMING MEETINGS: All held at the Gallatin 4-H Office (903 N. Black Ave, Bozeman)
Saturday, March 8th 10am-3pm
Saturday, March 13th 6pm-8pm
Saturday, April 26th 10am-3pm
Saturday, May 17th 10am-3pm
If you have questions, please call or text me at 406.581.6843.
Ginny Francis, Quilting Project Leader
ginnyfrancis@yahoo.com
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RABBIT - Market or Breed/Pet
February was all about showmanship! MSU AgEd student Ava Curletto came to help our returning members freshen up their showmanship skills, our new members learn about showmanship, and challenge all with rabbit trivia questions. Thank you to the seniors for helping with the younger members and for sticking around for a special, more advanced round of trivia just for them.
Our next meeting will be March 20th at 6:30 in Exhibit Building 4 at the Fairgrounds. Please remember to bring your bunnies, harnesses/leashes, workbooks and animal project journals.
Keep working on those showmanship skills!
Future dates to remember:
April 17th - April Meeting
April 26th - Rabbit Rendezvous
If you are enrolled in a 4-H/FFA livestock project and are planning to show and/or sell an animal at our Gallatin County 4-H/FFA Fair this upcoming summer, please read and sign the 2024-2025 Gallatin County Livestock Contract.
This contract explains the livestock project workshop requirements, animal possession deadlines, expectations and other important fair information. This contract is MANDATORY if you are selling a market animal and is due by the possession date for your species (listed in Section 2 on the contract). *The Gallatin County Livestock Contract is in addition to any other species-specific contracts that your project leaders may give you.
Sign Contract Here: https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=5e957a50-2ab1-40ea-90fb-9e267983b91a&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
Monica Samson 406-399-1866
Cody Brownell 406-209-4183
Jim Murphy 406-946-2522
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ROBOTICS
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
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SEWING
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
Last month "zipped" by! It was the perfect chance for everyone to learn and practice installing a zipper. It was sew great to have so many members in attendance! Everyone made their very own useful zippered pouch.
March is the month we start thinking about our project for Fair. Several different pattern options will be available at the March 11th meeting. Be watching for an email coming to you soon with specific details and instructions to help prepare you for the meeting.
March 11th from 5-7pm at the RevivALL Studio.
2105 Lea Ave in Bozeman
Questions? Contact leader Laura Fisher
RevivALL Clothing
www.revivallclothing.com
Intentional, handmade clothing
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SHEEP
March workshop -
Care, feeding and starting your market lamb project.
Wednesday, March 26th at 6:30 @ MSU Animal Bioscience Building (NOTE LOCATION CHANGE)
*New members this is a great meeting to come to and get lots of answers to the many questions!
April workshop -
Cookin’ with lamb
April 16th at 6:30 @ MSU Herrick Hall Food Lab Rm. #120
Thanks to all who attended the carcasses workshop at MSU in February!
If you are planning to show and/or sell an animal at our Gallatin County 4-H/FFA Fair this upcoming summer, please read and sign the 2024-2025 Gallatin County Livestock Contract.
This contract explains the livestock project workshop requirements, animal possession deadlines, expectations and other important fair information. This contract is MANDATORY if you are selling a market animal and is due by the possession date for your species (listed in Section 2 on the contract). *The Gallatin County Livestock Contract is in addition to any other species-specific contracts that your project leaders may give you.
Use the link to digitally complete and sign the contract. Sign Contract Here: https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=5e957a50-2ab1-40ea-90fb-9e267983b91a&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
Got questions?? Just reach out:
Ruth Carr - 406-539-4337 kennellr@gmail.com
Kim Flikkema - 406-599-1486 kimflikkema@gmail.com
Jodilynn Kelley - 512-663-5569 jkelley@bridgerorthopedic.com
Jodi Smith - 406-580-2984 kjsmithhouse@yahoo.com
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ARCHERY
Project Notes: *Youth members must be at least 9 years old (age as of Oct. 1st) to participate.
Archery will be held at Big Sky Archery, 77 Laura Louise Lane located at the intersection of Baxter Lane and Jackrabbit Lane on Sundays from 1:00 – 5:00 pm.
The beginning of March the State Archery Shoot will be in full swing. This event is March 7th through 9th. Registration for participation is over. But if you’d like volunteer to help sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C48A4A72DABFF2-55294153-2025
March 16th 1pm -3pm will be the archery Fun Shoot. We’ll award ribbons from the fair shoot and have fun flinging arrows at alternative targets. This is also the last day of 4-H Archery season for our club.
Your club leaders need lots of help during this time, especially adult volunteers. Please contact Randy gv4harchery@gmail.com if you can help out.
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AIR RIFLE & AIR PISTOL PROJECTS
Project Notes: *Youth members must be at least 9 years old (age as of Oct. 1st) to participate.
| Air Rifle/Air Pistol Projects - Gallatin Sharpshooters - Wednesdays |
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2/5/2025
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Shooting
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6:00 -8:00
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2/12/2025
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Shooting
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6:00 -8:00
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2/19/2025
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Shooting
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6:00 -8:00
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2/26/2025
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Fair Shoot
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6:00-8:00
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3/5/2025
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Fair Shoot
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6:00-8:00
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3/7-3/9/2025
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State Match
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TBD
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The venue for air rifle and air pistol is located at 123 Doe Road in Belgrade. For more information contact Bill Ott – 209-2599 or Lee Nelson – 579-0612.
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SMALL BORE (.22) PROJECT
Project Notes: *Youth members must be at least 10 years old (age as of Oct. 1st) to participate. It is a pre-requisite that the shooters have 1 year of Shooting Sports Experience.
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Smallbore Project - Greenway Range - Mondays
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2/3/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/10/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/17/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/24/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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3/3/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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3/8/2025
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State Match
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8:00 - 4:00
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Smallbore - Greenway Range - Fridays
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2/7/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/14/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/21/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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2/28/2025
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Shooting
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5:00 - 6:30
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3/8/2025
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State Match
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8:00 - 4:00
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Greenway range is located at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black in Bozeman. For more information contact Scott Francis – 581-6845 or Tom Everett – 570-8878.
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SHOTGUN PROJECT
Project Notes: *Youth members must be at least 10 years old (age as of Oct. 1st) to participate.
It is strongly recommended that the participant be 10 years of age. See tentative shooting schedule attached.
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Shotgun - Manhattan Wildlife Association (Logan) Sundays
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Program
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Time
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2/2/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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2/9/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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2/16/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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2/23/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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3/2/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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3/9/2025
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Trap Shooting & State Shoot
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1:00-3:00
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3/16/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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3/23/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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3/30/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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4/6/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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4/13/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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4/20/2025
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No Shooting - Easter
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1:00-3:00
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4/27/2025
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Trap Shooting
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1:00-3:00
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Skeet & Sporting Clays TBD
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Competitions TBD
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For more information contact Scott Francis – 581-6845.
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MUZZLE-LOADING & HUNTING SKILLS PROJECT
It is recommended but not required that the participants be 12 years of age (as of Oct. 1st) and have been in Hunter’s Education.
The Muzzle-loading Project will be determined later in the shooting season. The Hunting & Wildlife Project will be determined later in the year. Please check the newsletter for days and times. It is recommended but not required that the participants be 12 years of age and have been in Hunter’s Education
Contact Scott Francis – 581-6845 for more information.
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WESTERN HERITAGE PROJECT
Project Notes: *Youth members must be at least 9 years old (age as of Oct. 1st) to participate.
Hello Western Heritage Families
Can you believe it's March?
Our first indoor meeting was February 11th. It was very nice to see some new faces! Our next meeting is March 11th. We are hoping to have a representative for the Museum of the Rockies present about daily life during the 1860's-1900's.
Classroom meetings are located in the large conference room at the Extension Office. We meet from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm.
March 11th- Presentation by Peyton Smith for the Museum of the Rockies
March 15th- Firearms history, safety rules, competition rules
April 8th- Clothing history, work on personas
April 15th- Finish unfinished business
The zoom presentation by Jason Schubert was very informational. I did see some of you logged on! During the Zoom meeting, it was shared that the National Western Heritage Shoot will be July 29-31, 2025 in the Columbia, Missouri area. More information should be coming soon.
Also, look for these zoom meetings:
March 18th 8:00pm CST Crawford Goldsby (Cherokee Bill); “I came here to die” - Mark Parman
Looking towards Fair- If you are interested in entering an individual Western Heritage display, the check-in date for indoor projects is July 13th. This is a Sunday, not the usual Monday. Look for more Fair updates from the 4-H office.
Feel free to contact Sarah Brechbuhler with any questions:
s_brechbuhler@msn.com
406-581-7121
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SWINE
Below is a list of workshops we have coming up. We will send this again with added info, but start adding these to your calendar now. Remember - our project requires that you attend at least 3, but come to as many as you would like.
SWINE QUIZ BOWL - Thursday, March 6th @6:30pm
Location: The Bridge Church in Manhattan (1085 Yadon Rd)
Join us as we learn lots of fun facts about swine and the swine industry as you compete in teams in our quiz bowl.
CARCASS WORKSHOP - Wednesday, April 2 @ 6:30pm
Location: Daniels Meats in Bozeman
Take this opportunity to watch how a carcass becomes all the cuts and meats we love from a pig.
POSTERS, MARKETING, RECORD BOOKS, WORKBOOKS WORKSHOP - Tuesday, May 6th @ 6:30pm
Location: TBD
Get an upper hand on all the required things you need to be working on as we approach fair.
COMPETITIVE SHOWMANSHIP AND JUDGE TERMS - Thursday, May 22nd @ 6:30 pm
Location:TBD
Learn from individuals with years of experience to be ready for the showmanship competition.
INTRO TO SHOWMANSHIP - Date in May TBD
Location: TBD
All the basics on how to show your pig in the showmanship ring.
CLIPPING AND FITTING - Tuesday, June 10th @ 6:30 pm
Location: TBD
One of our experienced members will show you different ways you can prep your pig for show.
🟢Workbook Requirement Changes- Some of this is new for our project this year, so please reach out with any questions.
- Members 1st & 2nd Year in Swine - Please complete 7 workbook activities in the first swine workbook(pick this up from the Extension Office at the Fairgrounds if you do not have one)
- Members 3rd year or more in Swine - NEW -You have the option of using books 2/3 or we have a list of activities for you to choose from. You will still need to complete 7 activities total and turn in the written piece for any of the activities you choose from the list. These will be turned in with the standard My 4H Year and financial worksheets in your binder or folder. The list is attached to this email.
- All Members - The My 4H Year packet and Financial Records packet still need to be completed every year and turned in with your workbook activities - these are at the Extension Office at the Fairgrounds if you still need them. Or snag them online. Animal Project Journal and Financial Record. My 4H Year, 3rd Year and Up Workbooks Topics - 2025 - Google Docs
🟢Helpful Communication - Like Reminders via text? Register your cell phone (and any Members) for our Remind page (we recently disabled the 2024 Remind so you must re-register for 2025) https://www.remind.com/join/2025swin OR Text @2025swin to 81010 and reply once with your name.
🟢Contracts: (yes, plural) There is the Swine Contract and the County Wide Livestock Contract. Both MUST be returned before the tagging deadline, April 15th 2025.
The Swine-Specific ~ https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=7e40ebf3-7a3c-4e44-b628-07dcb3d3938d&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
The County-Wide Livestock Contract ~ https://na3.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=5e957a50-2ab1-40ea-90fb-9e267983b91a&env=na3&acct=960f6090-f7cb-40a6-adf5-0490f456d6eb&v=2
THESE CONTRACTS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PROJECT FAMILIES! Review them and get them turned in.
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VET SCIENCE
Stay tuned for more updates via Email and BAND
Next Meetings:
- Thursday, March 27 at 6pm at the 4-H Office
- Wednesday, April 23 at 6pm at the 4-H Office
Best,
Monika Johnson
406-579-3211
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WELDING *new project this year!
**This Project is FULL and is no longer taking new enrollments.
Hello!
13 and under will be MIG welding
14 and up will be stick welding and MIG welding.
We will have classes on Saturdays
13 and under 9am-11am
14 and up from 12-2pm
Watch your email for future meeting dates!
Please feel free to text or email me with any questions!
406-381-1639
imwllc4h@gmail.com
Thanks!
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Montana State University and the Montana State University Extension prohibit discrimination in all of their programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital and family status. Issued in furtherance of cooperative extension work in agriculture and home economics, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cody Stone, Director of Extension, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717.
To request disability accommodation or to inform us of special needs, please contact the Extension Office at 406-582-3280 five (5) working days before the event.
Molly Yurdana
Gallatin County MSU Extension
4-H Youth Development Agent
(406) 582-3284 | molly.yurdana@montana.edu | https://www.montana.edu/extension/gallatin/ back to top
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