REMINDER: 2019-2020 Bastrop County Council, Ambassador, Awards, & Scholarship Applications Information

Good afternoon!

Please see the information below for the County Council Officer applications, County Ambassador applications, Award applications, and Scholarship Applications.  Applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, unless otherwise noted.    
Please let us know if you have any questions or need a paper copy of the application printed for your convenience.

• Bastrop County 4-H Council Officer Applications – NOTE: DUE MARCH 15, 2020 (DIFFERENT THAN REST)
• Online Application: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/bastrop-county-4-h-council-officer-applications/
• 2019-2020 Bylaws: http://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/files/2020/02/2019-2020-BASTROP-COUNTY-4-H-Council-Bylaws.pdf
• Council Officer Elections will take place at the County Council meeting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Bastrop County Municipal Courthouse (104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, TX 78602).

• Bastrop County Ambassador Applications:
• The County 4-H Ambassadors are youth selected to provide input and leadership to our 4-H program.  These applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
• Livestock Ambassador Application
• 4-H & Youth Ambassador Application
• Natural Resources Ambassador Application
• Family & Community Health (FCH) Ambassador Application

• Bastrop County 4-H Awards & Recognition Information:
• Deadline for the online submission of application forms is midnight (11:59 PM) on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that most awards require you to complete and turn in a 4-H Recordbook.
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/award-application-form/
• 4-H Awards & Recognition Information Packet:
• 2019-2020 Awards & Recognition Information
• 4-H Youth Awards:
• 4-H Year Pin Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Awards Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Adult Awards:
• 4-H Alumni Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Friend of 4-H Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Award Interview Sign Ups: 
• 2019-2020 Youth Award Interview Sign-Up
• 4-H Recordbook Information & Guidelines
• Bastrop County 4-H Recordbook Resources
• District 10 4-H Online Presentation (Recorded)

• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Information:
• The Deadline for the submission of application forms is 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that the Bastrop County 4-H Scholarships require you to turn in a completed Recordbook with effort put into it.  Recordbooks with little to no content will not be considered for this purpose.  
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/4-h-scholarship-information/
• 4-H Scholarship & Sponsorship Information:
• 2019-2020 Scholarship & Sponsorship General Information Packet (PDF)
• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• 2019-2020 Bastrop Couny 4-H Scholarship Application (Fillable PDF) 
• Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• Scholarship Interview Sign Ups:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County Scholarship Interview Sign Ups
• Scholarships Compendium (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/faidalpha.php
• Texas Scholarships (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/texas-scholarships/

M
Mellanie L. Mickelson
Bastrop County Extension Agent - 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services
P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website - https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

2020 D5 4-H Virtual Catfish Skillathon!

Check out the opportunity below to participate in a virtual fishing tournament!

2020 Horse Project Validation - DUE 5/16/20 in 4-H CONNECT

• Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16^th
• Cost: $10 per horse
• All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects
• Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)

2020 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab - Registrations DUE 5/29/20

***The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Leadership Lab as planned.  Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Leadership Lab registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed.***

Quick Event Overview:

Promotional information for the 2019 District 10 Leadership Lab has been released and will be posted on the District 10 Website starting May 1st!!

Our District 10 Leadership Lab will take place at the Texas 4-H Center in Brownwood, Texas from June 24-26, 2020.  This event is the annual during which our youth elect their District 10 4-H Council Officers and participate in Leadership Workshops to take back new leadership skills to help their County and Clubs.  All participants must be at least 13 years of age by the date of Leadership Lab.

The registration cost of $250 covers all meals and lodging except for lunch on Wednesday, June 24, and lunch on Friday, June 26.  Bastrop County is working on find a way to assist with transportation and carpooling since it is a longer drive.  A more detailed list of items to pack and items to leave behind will be emailed out to attendees at the beginning of June once registration closes.

If you are wanting to run for an officer position, please let Mellanie know at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu and be sure to register early.  Mellanie will be following up with individuals to help them prepare for elections.  

Registration Information:

• One Page Event Overview (PDF)
• Registration is online via 4-H CONNECT
• Registration period: May 1-29, 2020
• Cost to attend: $250
• Additional Paperwork Requirement: Two (2) copies of the original health and release forms MUST be turned in to the Bastrop County Extension Office by May 30, 2020 with a copy of your insurance card - NO EXCEPTIONS.  
  • 1 copy will be mailed (certified & tracked) to the District 10 Office
  • 1 copy will stay with Mellanie, the 4-H Agent, and will accompany the youth to camp.

Check out the following links for more information:

• District 10 4-H Leadership Lab Participant Information:
  • 2020 Bastrop County 1 Page Overview
  • 2020 District 10 Leadership Lab Letter
  • 2020 District 10 Leadership Lab Waivers
• District 10 4-H Council Officer Application & Election Information:
  • Main page with application: https://d104-h.tamu.edu/district-4-h-council/
  • 2020 District 10 Officer Election Letter
  • Texas 4-H Council information Packet

REMINDER: 2020 Bastrop & Travis County 4-H Photography Contest

This year, we will be having a county photography contest with Travis County!

Registration for the County Photography Contest will be done via e-mail and entries are due by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2020. Entry into the contest is free. Please email all entries to CEP 4-H Agent Nathan Tucker at: Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu .

Please see the rules below for additional details!

Community Service Need: Operation Face Mask

Hey all!

Our county is in need of assistance with helping to produce face masks for our health care workers, first-responders, Food Pantries, Direct Service Providers, and other critical service workers. 

Please see our process below to help get you started, should you choose to volunteer your time and talents.  Below are the instructions, videos and sign-up sheets to begin this labor of love. 

• Please sign up online to help us at: https://forms.gle/HUxKMM3ji99CcyXaA (there’s an option if you would like a PDF pattern emailed to you to help get started)

• Video Instructions for masks with elastic ties are available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgHrnS6n4iA

• Video Instructions for masks with fabric ties are available at: https://youtu.be/q0Esk4_Q78A 

Once you have completed your masks, please email, call, or text Mellanie to arrange for the items to be dropped off or picked up. If you have any questions at any time, please email Mellanie Mickelson at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or call/text her at 512-522-9174.   

REMINDER: 2020 Bastrop & Travis County 4-H Photography Contest

This year, we will be having a county photography contest with Travis County!

Registration for the County Photography Contest will be done via e-mail and entries are due by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2020. Entry into the contest is free. Please email all entries to CEP 4-H Agent Nathan Tucker at: Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu .

Please see the rules below for additional details!

REMINDER: 2019-2020 Bastrop County Council, Ambassador, Awards, & Scholarship Applications Information

Good afternoon!

Please see the information below for the County Council Officer applications, County Ambassador applications, Award applications, and Scholarship Applications.  Applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, unless otherwise noted.    
Please let us know if you have any questions or need a paper copy of the application printed for your convenience.

• Bastrop County 4-H Council Officer Applications – NOTE: DUE MARCH 15, 2020 (DIFFERENT THAN REST)
• Online Application: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/bastrop-county-4-h-council-officer-applications/
• 2019-2020 Bylaws: http://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/files/2020/02/2019-2020-BASTROP-COUNTY-4-H-Council-Bylaws.pdf
• Council Officer Elections will take place at the County Council meeting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Bastrop County Municipal Courthouse (104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, TX 78602).

• Bastrop County Ambassador Applications:
• The County 4-H Ambassadors are youth selected to provide input and leadership to our 4-H program.  These applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
• Livestock Ambassador Application
• 4-H & Youth Ambassador Application
• Natural Resources Ambassador Application
• Family & Community Health (FCH) Ambassador Application

• Bastrop County 4-H Awards & Recognition Information:
• Deadline for the online submission of application forms is midnight (11:59 PM) on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that most awards require you to complete and turn in a 4-H Recordbook.
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/award-application-form/
• 4-H Awards & Recognition Information Packet:
• 2019-2020 Awards & Recognition Information
• 4-H Youth Awards:
• 4-H Year Pin Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Awards Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Adult Awards:
• 4-H Alumni Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Friend of 4-H Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Award Interview Sign Ups: 
• 2019-2020 Youth Award Interview Sign-Up
• 4-H Recordbook Information & Guidelines
• Bastrop County 4-H Recordbook Resources
• District 10 4-H Online Presentation (Recorded)

• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Information:
• The Deadline for the submission of application forms is 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that the Bastrop County 4-H Scholarships require you to turn in a completed Recordbook with effort put into it.  Recordbooks with little to no content will not be considered for this purpose.  
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/4-h-scholarship-information/
• 4-H Scholarship & Sponsorship Information:
• 2019-2020 Scholarship & Sponsorship General Information Packet (PDF)
• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• 2019-2020 Bastrop Couny 4-H Scholarship Application (Fillable PDF) 
• Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• Scholarship Interview Sign Ups:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County Scholarship Interview Sign Ups
• Scholarships Compendium (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/faidalpha.php
• Texas Scholarships (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/texas-scholarships/

M
Mellanie L. Mickelson
Bastrop County Extension Agent - 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services
P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website - https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

Validation Tag Order Reminder - Orders DUE 04/15/20

Good evening!


I wanted to pass on another quick reminder that livestock validation tag orders for steers, summer heifers, state fair lambs/goats, and state fair swine are DUE this Wednesday, April 15, 2020.  Please make sure that all orders are placed online or are post-marked by this date.  I will be in the County Extension Office from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon for those who need to stop by - you MUST make an appointment so we can ensure that everyone is spread out and the office does not get crowded.  Late orders will be accepted until Wednesday, May 13th, at a higher price. 

Livestock Validation Tag Orders – Steers, Summer Heifers, State Fair Lamb/Goat/Hog:

• Livestock Project One Pager:  
• This is helpful for those who are new to showing livestock and the validation timelines.  
• Click here to download a one-page quick guide for livestock projects.

• Reminder: there is no state validation for rabbits - if you would like to show rabbits, you will need to work on looking into the show rules and age requirements to work on purchasing rabbits and work on entries.  It is a good idea to start visiting with breeders now and as you learn more about the shows you would like to attend.  

• Reminder: Another validation tag order will be placed in the fall for lamb, goat, swine, and heifer projects attending the spring major shows.

• All tags for Steers, Summer Heifers, State Fair Swine, and State Fair Lambs/Goats are due to the County Extension Office (CEO) by Wednesday, April 15^th at $20 each.  
• This will be the only validation for steers - if you would like to show a steer at ANY major show, you will need to purchase tags and validate the animal(s).
• This will be the first of 2 heifer validations - you may validate your heifer now to exhibit her in the State Fair or Heart of Texas shows or wait until the fall.  Heifers that were previously validated do NOT need to be revalidated unless they changed breed or ownership.
• If you are planning to exhibit a lamb, goat, or hog at the State Fair or Heart of Texas Shows, you will need to purchase tags and validate the animal(s).  These animals will need to be revalidated in the fall if you would like to show them in the spring major shows.  

• Late Tag orders will be accepted after April 15^th until Wednesday, May 13^th, at $30 each.  

• Fillable PDF Order Forms are linked below – families may physically bring the order forms & payment, mail them, or place them online through our Eventbrite websites (there is a small fee to use credit cards) by the dates listed.
• 2020-2021 State Fair Swine Tag Order Form
• 2020-2021 State Fair Lamb & Goat Tag Order Form
• 2020-2021 Steer Tag Order Form
• 2020-2021 Summer Heifer UIN Order Form (another validation will take place in the fall for Heifers)
•  and click on the species you would like to order
• To order tags online, or download additional forms, please visit our website at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/livestock/ 

I believe that is all for now, please let me know if you have any questions!


M
Mellanie L. Mickelson
Bastrop County Extension Agent - 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website - https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

Community Service Need: Operation Face Mask

Hey all!

Our county is in need of assistance with helping to produce face masks for our health care workers, first-responders, Food Pantries, Direct Service Providers, and other critical service workers. 

Please see our process below to help get you started, should you choose to volunteer your time and talents.  Below are the instructions, videos and sign-up sheets to begin this labor of love. 

• Please sign up online to help us at: https://forms.gle/HUxKMM3ji99CcyXaA (there’s an option if you would like a PDF pattern emailed to you to help get started)

• Video Instructions for masks with elastic ties are available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgHrnS6n4iA

• Video Instructions for masks with fabric ties are available at: https://youtu.be/q0Esk4_Q78A 

Once you have completed your masks, please email, call, or text Mellanie to arrange for the items to be dropped off or picked up. If you have any questions at any time, please email Mellanie Mickelson at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or call/text her at 512-522-9174.   

Happy Easter 2020

We are so thankful for each and every one of you.  Please know that we miss you and are here for you, even if we are not able to see you in person.  Wishing you and your family all the blessings and joy this holiday brings from your the Bastrop County Extension Services Family!

Community Service Need: Operation Face Mask

Hey all!

Our county is in need of assistance with helping to produce face masks for our health care workers, first-responders, Food Pantries, Direct Service Providers, and other critical service workers. 

Please see our process below to help get you started, should you choose to volunteer your time and talents.  Below are the instructions, videos and sign-up sheets to begin this labor of love. 

• Please sign up online to help us at: https://forms.gle/HUxKMM3ji99CcyXaA (there’s an option if you would like a PDF pattern emailed to you to help get started)

• Video Instructions for masks with elastic ties are available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgHrnS6n4iA

• Video Instructions for masks with fabric ties are available at: https://youtu.be/q0Esk4_Q78A 

Once you have completed your masks, please email, call, or text Mellanie to arrange for the items to be dropped off or picked up. If you have any questions at any time, please email Mellanie Mickelson at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or call/text her at 512-522-9174.   

REMINDER: 2020 Bastrop & Travis County 4-H Photography Contest

This year, we will be having a county photography contest with Travis County!

Registration for the County Photography Contest will be done via e-mail and entries are due by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2020. Entry into the contest is free. Please email all entries to CEP 4-H Agent Nathan Tucker at: Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu .

Please see the rules below for additional details!

REMINDER: 2020 Texas 4-H Summer Camp Registration is Available!

Looking for something fun to do this summer with 4-H kids from across the state?  Check out the Texas 4-H Summer Camp Schedule!

Camps take place at the Texas 4-H Center located in Brownwood, Texas.  Check out their site and get registered at https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu/services/youth-camps-and-retreats/

REMINDER: 2019-2020 Bastrop County Council, Ambassador, Awards, & Scholarship Applications Information

Good afternoon!

Please see the information below for the County Council Officer applications, County Ambassador applications, Award applications, and Scholarship Applications.  Applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, unless otherwise noted.    
Please let us know if you have any questions or need a paper copy of the application printed for your convenience.

• Bastrop County 4-H Council Officer Applications – NOTE: DUE MARCH 15, 2020 (DIFFERENT THAN REST)
• Online Application: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/bastrop-county-4-h-council-officer-applications/
• 2019-2020 Bylaws: http://counties.agrilife.org/bastrop/files/2020/02/2019-2020-BASTROP-COUNTY-4-H-Council-Bylaws.pdf
• Council Officer Elections will take place at the County Council meeting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Bastrop County Municipal Courthouse (104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, TX 78602).

• Bastrop County Ambassador Applications:
• The County 4-H Ambassadors are youth selected to provide input and leadership to our 4-H program.  These applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
• Livestock Ambassador Application
• 4-H & Youth Ambassador Application
• Natural Resources Ambassador Application
• Family & Community Health (FCH) Ambassador Application

• Bastrop County 4-H Awards & Recognition Information:
• Deadline for the online submission of application forms is midnight (11:59 PM) on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that most awards require you to complete and turn in a 4-H Recordbook.
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/award-application-form/
• 4-H Awards & Recognition Information Packet:
• 2019-2020 Awards & Recognition Information
• 4-H Youth Awards:
• 4-H Year Pin Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Awards Application Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• 4-H Adult Awards:
• 4-H Alumni Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Friend of 4-H Nomination Form (Available January 15, 2020 – May 13, 2020)
• Award Interview Sign Ups: 
• 2019-2020 Youth Award Interview Sign-Up
• 4-H Recordbook Information & Guidelines
• Bastrop County 4-H Recordbook Resources
• District 10 4-H Online Presentation (Recorded)

• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Information:
• The Deadline for the submission of application forms is 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.  Please see the links below for information, forms, and interview sign-ups.  Please be aware that the Bastrop County 4-H Scholarships require you to turn in a completed Recordbook with effort put into it.  Recordbooks with little to no content will not be considered for this purpose.  
• Web Page: https://bastrop.agrilife.org/4-h-scholarship-information/
• 4-H Scholarship & Sponsorship Information:
• 2019-2020 Scholarship & Sponsorship General Information Packet (PDF)
• Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County 4-H Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• 2019-2020 Bastrop Couny 4-H Scholarship Application (Fillable PDF) 
• Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Applications:
• 2019-2020 Rockne Livestock Booster Club Scholarship Application (PDF) 
• Scholarship Interview Sign Ups:
• 2019-2020 Bastrop County Scholarship Interview Sign Ups
• Scholarships Compendium (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/faidalpha.php
• Texas Scholarships (Multiple Scholarships with deadlines & links): https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/texas-scholarships/

M
Mellanie L. Mickelson
Bastrop County Extension Agent - 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services
P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website - https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog - www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H