4-H News
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: May 3, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H club went on an educational tour to A & R Alpaca Farm on Saturday May 3, 2025. The club members learned all about the differences in alpacas and llamas, got educated about alpaca fleece, and so much more! The farm is located at 10981 US Highway 22 in Williamsport and is open to public visitation with appointment.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: April 28, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-H Club had a meeting April 28, 2025. Environmental Officer Eli Dixon gave a talk on feeding your garden banana peels. In old business, the club discussed the upcoming club tour, community service project, and communications contest. The members were reminded that there are only 47 days until fair! 4-H camp letters were mailed and everyone was encouraged to attend. Member Weston Weaver gave a demonstration on How to Groom a Dog. The club was joined by members from the Tri-County Fire Department who showed members how to use a fire extinguisher, their truck and supplies, and answered lots of questions. Members brought 4-H books for advisors to review and help with as needed. The next meeting will be May 12.
Club: Squeaks and Squeals
Date: April 22, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
Winchester Farm Exchange: Supporting Local Farmers, Makers, and Bakers
The Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club had the opportunity to be hosted by Canal Winchester’s Winchester Farm Exchange for their most recent meeting. While there, members were able to tour the facility and explore the store, sampling goodies from local farmers, makers, and bakers. Lauren Preston, of Preston Family Farms and the presiding Market Manager for Winchester Farm Exchange, explained the “business is more than just a place to shop, but is a celebration of community, sustainability, and the farm-to-table ethos.” Lauren also talked about how her 4-H experiences developed the passion she has for the business as well as the agricultural industry, as a whole.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: April 14, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club had a meeting Monday April 14 at 7:00pm at the Monroe Men’s Club. The secretary and treasurer reports were read and approved followed by a safety tip on road safety and an environmental tip on the history of Earth Day. The club was reminded of the club tour happening May 3 at A&R Alpaca Farm and the annual Easter egg hunt for community service on April 19th. Advisor Dolores applauded members for completing quality assurance training. There are only 61 days until the fair and members were asked to bring their project books to the next meeting for a review. Member Brantley Mulvany did a demonstration on Setting Up a Chessboard and Eli Dixon did a demonstration on Taking Care of Bearded Dragons. The meeting ended with discussions on the fair booth.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: March 19, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
During the last two meetings of the Squeaks & Squeals 4-H Club, the members worked together in various ways to support canine companions. Using upcycled t-shirts, they made dog toys in March. At their April 5th meeting, they hosted a pet food collection drive, and then donated it, along with the handmade chew toys, to the Pickaway County Dog Shelter. They also had the opportunity to be educated by Doggie Talk 101 on properly approaching someone else’s dog as well as what to do if a dog becomes aggressive towards them. I guess you could say the club has “gone to the dogs”!
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: March 24, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club had a meeting Monday March 24th at 7:00pm. Once pledges and roll call were completed, the secretary and treasurer’s reports from last meeting were read and approved. Our Environmental Officer Eli did a presentation on wind energy. Advisor Delores announced that the club tour is officially scheduled, as well as reminding everyone to mark their calendars for our annual community service project. Members were reminded that there are only 81 days until the fair. The next meeting will be Monday, April 14 at 7 PM. Once the meeting was adjourned, member Gabe Watkins gave a demonstration on how to hold a cat correctly. Afterwards, members and parents alike started filling Easter eggs as part of our community service project.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: March 19, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The March 19 Squeaks and Squeals 4-H meeting was hosted by Gabby Gatens at the Pickaway County Fairgrounds. One of the club’s community service projects was making dog toys for the dog shelter. Before the meeting, members cut T-shirts into strips and brought them to the meeting. The strips were then braided into dog toys. Members present held a discussion about completing Quality Assurance Training (QA) in a timely manner and staying up to date on project books. At the conclusion of the meeting Gabby Gatens did a presentation on how and why to crop photos as part of her scrapbooking project. A healthy snack was shared based off her food and fitness project activity.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: March 10, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h club hosted their most recent meeting Monday March 10th at 7:00pm. There were 9 members and 3 advisors present. After reviewing the last meeting’s treasurer’s and secretary’s report, there was a safety hint and environmental report given. The club was reminded of old news including the upcoming club tour, responsibilities at fair, and the community service project starting next meeting. Advisor Delores presented new business including information about signing up for quality assurance, avian flu announcements, and camp letters being mailed. The members were reminded that the fair is only 95 days away!! The fair booth committee head was decided upon and members were asked to think about joining. After the meeting was adjourned, two demonstrations were given. Anam Haven presented a demonstration on mastering public speaking, and Danny Darst presented Photography Basics.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: March 9th, 2025 Meeting
By: Submitted by Lillian Schertz
4-H Important Events!
The March 9th, 2025 meeting of the Patriotic Pioneers was called to order at 4:01pm by President Kyle Yarnell. The pledges were led by Elena Mills, who did the Pledge of Allegiance, and Kaydence Gibson, who did the 4-H pledge. Roll call was read by Secretary Carolyn Yarnell and the attendees respond with who their favorite celebrity was. The motion to approve the minutes was given by Milo Kraft and seconded by Ben Malone. The Treasurer's report was read by Haleigh Bartholow and approved. Among old business, the amount of money raised from the Wendy’s fundraiser was announced, and those who attended the Officer Training night were recognized. The new officers talked about what they did at the event. Under new business, 2025 club programs were handed out. The club budget was discussed. It was motioned by Elias Schertz and seconded by Darian Kirby, and the motion passed to accept the club budget. Dates were also announced for Quality Assurance training (April 2, March 25), 4-H camp (July 10-13), and the Communications Contest (Fri May 2 at Circleville Community United Methodist Church). Before the adjournment, the club passports for keeping track of community services were passed out. A vote will be taken next meeting to determine prizes. Cloverbuds demonstrated their puppet projects they worked on during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:40, motioned by Kaydence Gibson and seconded by Quinton Schertz. Demonstrations were given after a breakout session. Demonstrations were Adelyn Elflein talked about her chickens, Aubrey Money discussed Champagne Rabbits, and Nevin Wolcoski showed the ingredients to making a bio terrarium for his gecko. Recreation was a baseball game outside. The next meeting will be on March 30th at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Monroe Clever Clovers
Date: Feb. 28, 2025
By: Brantley Mulvany
The Monroe Clever Clovers 4-h Club had a meeting Monday February 24th. The meeting started with both the American and 4-h pledge. The roll call prompt for this meeting was “tell us a safety tip” and included nine members and three advisors. Both the secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved from the last meeting. Club members discussed the date and time options for our club tour to the local Alpaca Farm in Williamsport. Advisor Delores announced that she solidified our annual Cloverbud activity date at the fair. The club went over the club program including meeting dates, demonstration dates, and any due dates. The next meeting will be Monday March 10th with two members presenting demonstrations! After the meeting was adjourned, the members played a game called “Grocery List.”
CLUB: Saltcreek Livestock
DATE: Feb. 20, 2025
BY: Paige Baker
Our club recently did biztown which is a roleplay of real life and having to pay for things and how to budget your money. Each club member was able to randomly pick a job and a salary. Once they got that salary they had to go around to different stations to pay their bills. Some of the stations included housing or rent, food, and child care. This really helped our club learn how to budget money in a fun way. At one of the stations club members were also able to get little prizes. Overall this activity was highly enjoyed by our club.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Feb. 5, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The February 5th Squeaks and Squeals 4-H meeting was postponed due to the weather and was held on February 6th at the Pickaway County fairgrounds. The meeting was called to order by President Gaige Hall. The members voted on club t-shirt designs and chose Amelia Cline’s submission. Members of the fundraising committee will attend the Pickaway County Fair Sale and Livestock Committee meeting on March 26th and ask for approval to sell donuts at the Spring Livestock Tag-In, to be held April 19th at the Pickaway County Fairgrounds. Project books were dispersed to those members present, and at the conclusion of the meeting, Gaige Hall gave a presentation about the bovine digestive system. Pizza was provided by the Hall and the Cline families.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: January 26th, 2025 Meeting
By: Lillian Schertz
Patriotic Pioneers Spread Love
The Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club met on Sunday, January 26th at Village Chapel Church. The meeting was called to order at 4pm by President Kyle Yarnell. The pledges were led by Milo Kraft (Pledge of Allegiance) and Lily Kraft (4-H Pledge). Roll Call was read by Secretary Carolyn Yarnell and members answered what they were doing with all their free time on the snow days. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Ben Malone. The Treasurer’s Report was read by Treasurer Haleigh Bartholow. The Treasurer’s Report was approved. Under Old Business we discussed our collecting the fees for registration, project books, and 4-H award donations. We voted to donate $75 to the 4-H Committee to purchase ribbons and awards for the 2025 Pickaway County Fair as well as voted to purchase project books for members who volunteers at our November fundraiser at the AKC Dog Show. Lily Kraft reported on the 4-H Week display at the Younkin Library. Under New Business we discussed the upcoming Wendy’s fundraiser on February 5th. Demonstrations were then given by Hannah Wynkoop- Importance of the D.A.R.E. Clubs, Kaydence Gibson- Making Homemade Glass Ornaments, Kellan Gibson- All about Baseball Bats, Darian Kirby- the Columbus Air Show and Austin Clark- Pocket Knife Sharpening and Collection. A motion was made by Kaydence Gibson to adjourn the meeting at 4:50 pm and was seconded by Nevin Wolcoski. President Kyle Yarnell adjourned the meeting. At the conclusion of the meeting the club used their recreation time to decorate and sign Valentine cards. The club worked together and quickly had all the valentines ready to be given to nursing home residents at Wyngate Senior Community. The next meeting will be on February 16th at 4 pm at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Jan. 20, 2025
By: Livvy Snyder
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on January 20, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The fundraising committee met early to sorted the pizza roll orders and distributed them before the meeting. The meeting time was moved to accommodate the distribution of the fundraiser and the start time of the College Football Playoff Championship game. Pizza was provided by the club for the club as they arrived. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Blake Daniels and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith. Roll call was answered with which team would win the Championship game. Minutes of January 13, 2025, meeting was corrected and approved with a motion by Alyvia Wagner and seconded by Paxton Turner, motion carried. Treasurer Lillian Skidmore gave the treasurer report. Club members chose their projects and paid their county dues. Members that are 14+ were reminded that Camp Counselor and Ohio Achievement forms are due at the Extension office by January 21, 2025 with signature of advisor. C.J. Rodgers reported on the Sewing class she attend at the extension office. Members received a copy of the approved club Constitution and Bylaws and signed the club copy. The club received the letter for sponsorship of the 4-H Fair awards. The club previously sponsored a cooking and sewing class in Weta Mae Leist’s memory for $40. Olivia Snyder moved to sponsor $150.00 in awards. Haley Smith seconded and the motion passed. The Pickaway County Officer training will be February 6, 2025, from 7-8:30PM at Emmett Chapel for officers and anyone interested in checking out the sessions were encouraged to attend. Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting with a second by Jackson Skidmore, motion carried. Isabelle Capsel presented her demonstration on her journey of advocacy for blood disorders. Refreshments were provided by Paxton Turner.
Club: Squeaks and Squeals
Date: Jan. 20, 2025
By: Gabby Gatens
The January 20th meeting was hosted by Kensie and Madison Black at Orchardview Farms. This past Friday, club members decorated the store front window at Lisa's sweet shop in Ashville with a 4-H theme to help celebrate Pickaway County 4-H week (January 19-25). The annual budget report was approved by the executive committee and will be voted on by the club at the February 5 meeting. For one of our community service projects, our club chose to donate food to the Ashville food pantry. The members of Squeaks and Squeals collected over 200 non-perishable items. Refreshments were provided by the Black Family at the end of the meeting.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Jan. 15, 2025
The Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club held officer elections at their January 8th meeting, while gathered at the Cooksey Family's home. The Executive Officer Team results were Gaige Hall as President, Peyton Cooksey as Vice President, Brody Weiler as Secretary, and Miles Mann as Treasurer. The club also elected a Health & Safety Officer, Community Service Leader, News Reporter, and Historian with the results being Neil Mann, Kensie Black, Gabby Gatens, and Sadie Barr, respectively. Gracie Noll and Colbie Cochran were chosen to lead the club in recreation activities throughout the 2025 program year. The meeting was adjourned with a visit to the Cooksey's barn to see the baby calves.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Jan. 13, 2025
By: Olivia Snyder
The Buttons & Bowls 4-H Club Meeting met on January 13, 2025, at St. Paul UMC. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President, Claire Bradbury. The American pledge was led by Christina Atwood and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith. Roll call was answered with their name and years in 4-H. Minutes of last meeting were approved as presented. Treasurer Lillian Skidmore reported no changes in the club balance. Advisor, Lisa Hedrick, announced the window committee will be painting “4-H offers the Whole Package!” at Kingston National Bank on North Court Street. Club members discussed enrollment information, county dues, committee and snack sign-ups. Claire Bradbury went over 4-H week daily themes and reminded everyone to wear 4-H shirts during the week. Members that are 14+ were reminded that Camp Counselor and Ohio Achievement forms are due at the Extension office by January 21, 2025. Members were reminded that there is a beginner sewing clinic at the Extension office on January 18, 2025, at 10 am. Members turned in Pepperoni Roller order forms and money from the fundraiser. Under new business the Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club Constitution was discussed. The club’s Bylaws were read aloud, and no changes were presented. Alyvia Wagner moved to accept the Constitution and Bylaws and Paxton Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed. Pickaway County Officer training will be February 6, 2025, from 7-8:30PM at Emmett Chapel for officers and anyone interested in checking out the sessions were encouraged to attend. Blake Daniels moved to adjourn the meeting, with a second by Luke Van Dette. Motion carried. Jason Bradbury led club members in a game of Heads up, Seven up after the meeting. Refreshments were provided by Advisor Lisa Hedrick.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club
Date: January 5th, 2025 Meeting
By: Lillian Schertz, Club News Reporter
THE TORCH IS PASSED TO NEW 4-H OFFICERS
The Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Club met on Sunday, January 5th at Village Chapel Church. The meeting was called to order at 4pm by Vice President Austin Clark. The pledges were led by Leigha Scott (Pledge of Allegiance) and Natalie Scott (4-H Pledge). Roll Call was read by Secretary Cameron Clark and members answered with their favorite winter activity. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Darian Kirby. The Treasurer’s Report was read by Cicely Esterline. The Treasurer’s Report was approved. Under Old Business we discussed Project Guides, 4-H Online Registration, and the Ohio Achievement Award Applications are due. Under New Business new officers elected were President Kyle Yarnell, Vice President Cameron Clark, Secretary Carolyn Yarnell, Treasurer Haleigh Bartholow, News Reporter Lillian Schertz, Historian Hannah Wynkoop, Environmental Officer Nevin Wolcoski, Recreation Leader Elias Schertz, Community Service Officer Marley Erler, and Healthy Living Officer Kaydence Gibson. Alongside this we discussed our Pickaway County 4-H Week display at the Younkin Library, and Junior Achievement Award applications that are due in February. Officer training night is coming up Thursday, Feb 6. Advisor Erin Clark encouraged everyone to complete the online registration before the next meeting. A motion was made by Kellan Gibson to adjourn the meeting at 4:30pm and was seconded by Ben Malone. Vice President Austin Clark adjourned the meeting. The next meeting will be January 26th at 4pm at Village Chapel Church.
Club: Squeaks & Squeals
Date: Jan. 5, 2025
Members of the Squeaks and Squeals 4-H Club of Pickaway County were guided through a tour of the Harrison Township Fire Department by two former members who are now first responders for our community and employees of the fire department. Both Mason McFarland and Peyton Weiler shared how 4-H shaped their lives and how serving through 4-H is what led them to serve their community in safety services roles.
After the tour, HTFD’s training room hosted the club’s 2025 program year organizational meeting, where the members also enjoyed fellowship and refreshments.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
Date: Dec. 17, 2024
By: Paige Baker
Saltcreek Livestock’s Christmas party took place on December 17, 2024. At this meeting, we held a white elephant gift exchange where everyone brought a gift and picked blindly. Our advisors picked out Christmas trivia questions and timed the members’ answers; if we answered first, and got the question right, we were able to keep the present. We also played other games like musical candy canes. Our club separated into age groups and then each group was given candy canes. Bobby, our advisor, played Christmas music; when she paused the music you had to grab a candy cane. If you didn’t get a candy cane, you were out. Our club had a lot of fun playing this game! Our advisors also brought in cookies for us to eat, and drinks like pop and juice. It was a lot of fun to celebrate the holidays with our 4-h friends!
Club: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB
Date: DEC. 16, 2025
By: Aiden Snyder
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their December 16, 2024 meeting at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church, Stoutsville. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Vice President, Lilly Moyer. The Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag was led by Abigail Daniels and 4-H Pledge was led by Haley Smith.
Roll call by Secretary Isabelle Capsel, members responded with their favorite holiday song. 23 members and 5 advisors present. Minutes of last meeting were corrected: add place of meeting and spelling of Wagner and then approved with the motion by Claire Bradbury and seconded by Lillian Skidmore, motion carried.
Treasurer Report by Aiden Snyder: Beginning balance $2,198.77. No income. No
expenses. Ending balance $2,198.77.
Advisor Lisa Hedrick invited members to sign up for 2025 Committees before the assignment. The Pickaway County 4-H week is January 19-25 and the Window Committee, CJ Rodger & Haley Smith, will meet at the end of the meeting with Advisor Lisa.
Club members Sylvia Mayhugh and Isabelle Capsel discussed their recent trip to Atlanta, Georgia, for the National 4-H Congress. Three members from our club were selected for the National honor, Olivia Snyder was not present.
A sign-up sheet for snacks at the meeting will be available.
Before the election of officers, Advisor Lisa Hedrick, listed the positions and their duties. A discussion on co-positions and mentoring younger members was held.
The members chosen for club positions were President – Claire Bradbury; Co-Vice Presidents- Sylvia Mayhugh and Olivia Snyder; Co-Secretaries – Abigail and Hannah Daniels; Treasurer – Lillian Skidmore; Historian – C.J. Rodgers; News Reporter – Rachel Peters; Safety Leader – Paxton Turner; Health Leader – Luke VanDette; Recreation - Jason Bradbury;
Co-Environmental Leaders - Christina Atwood and Haley Smith. The Pickaway County officers training is on Feb 2nd 7-8:30 at Emmitt Chapel on Tarlton Road, Circleville. All officers are expected to attend and they will be installed in their position at the end of the training.
The club will be selling Pepperoni Rollers through January 6th. All money and orders will be due at the January 6th meeting.
The resource guide with project information was mailed to families. The members need to determine their 2025 projects. County dues are $10 and books are mostly $8 each. Members are encouraged to pay at the January 6th meeting.
Applications due to Extension Office for Camp Counselor & Ohio Achievement on January 21st. Applications due to Extension Office for Jr. Achievement on February 17th.
Haley Smith moved to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Jason Bradbury. Vice-President Moyer closed the meeting.
Supplies for holiday cards were used to make special greetings to Nursing home residents.
Advisor Marsha Few provided homemade cookies.
L to R
Front row: Claire Bradbury, Sylvia Mayhugh
Row 2 : Paxton Turner, Lillian Skidmore, Luke VanDette, Jason Bradbury, Abigail Daniels, Hannah Daniels, C.J. Rodgers, Christina Atwood, Haley Smith
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Dec. 3, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club December Meeting and Christmas Potluck
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their December meeting December 3, 2024 at the Scioto Township Fire Department in Commercial Point.
The meeting was called to order by President Makayla Fannin followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the 4-H Pledge.
To begin, club members were reminded of Steer Weigh-In dates as well as January 21st deadlines for the High School Achievement Records and Camp Counselor Forms. There was also an announcement for the Awards Workshop on January 12th. Newly elected club officers and leaders were installed and took a group photo for the club’s 2025 scrapbook.
Service projects were discussed with a plan to vote on ongoing and past Service Projects for the club, including Community Cupboard/Food Pantry donations, Spare Change for a Cause, Soup Kitchen, Holiday Cards, and other ideas from the group.
Club enrollment information was distributed to the club with fees due to the Treasurer anytime in January. Club Membership requirements were discussed with the group, including attendance and participation requirements in club meetings and activities as well as the requirement that all members must complete a project and attend judging at the Pickaway County Fair.
The meeting was adjourned and all members joined together in prayer before taking part in the Christmas potluck dinner and enjoying food and fellowship as a group, including games provided by the Recreation Leaders.
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Nov. 19, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club Elects New Leadership for 2025 Season
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their opening meeting of the 2025 season on November 19th, 2024 at the Scioto Township Fire Department in Commercial Point.
The meeting was called to order by President Morgan Cline followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Makayla Fannin, and the 4-H Pledge, led by Morgan Cline.
New club officer and leader position elections began with brief descriptions provided to the group for each position and the responsibilities associated with the position. Interested candidates then entered their names for the position(s) they coveted. Following candidate entry, candidates for contested positions were asked to take a moment to prepare and deliver a speech to the group requesting their votes.
Following candidate speeches, ballots were cast by club members for all contested positions and the following officers and leaders were elected:
- President – Makayla Fannin
- Vice president – Jack Mawhorr
- Secretary – Ashwin Skreenath
- Treasurer – Arjun Skreenath
- News reporters – Jordyn Hundley and Ellody Burgett
- Historian/scrapbook – Addylynn Burgett and Hank Havens
- Health leader – Olivia Havens
- Environmental / energy leader – Paige Reynolds
- Safety leader – Charlotte Bennett
- Recreation leaders – Sam Ridley and Jett Sharp
- Food pantry / community services leader – Lukus Mitchell
- Junior leaders – Morgan Cline, London Sharp, Drake Reynolds, and Kate Ridley
- Photographers – All club members were tasked with photography this year.
The meeting was then adjourned, and the next meeting was announced for December 3rd, 2024.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: November 18, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on November 18, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. Vice President, Lilly Moyer, called the meeting to order.
Lucas Snyder led the American pledge and the 4-H pledge was led by CJ Rodgers. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite Thanksgiving food? Isabelle Capsel, Secretary, read the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Lillian Skidmore seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included reminders that the Pickaway County 4-H Open House is scheduled on November 20, 2024 from 6-7:30pm at Heritage Hall.
Ava Moyer moved to change the December club meeting from December 2 to December 16, 2024. Haley Smith seconded and the motion passed. Lillian Skidmore moved to have the secretaries minutes emailed to members prior to the next meeting. Paxton Turner seconded. The motion passed. Lisa Hedrick, Advisor, passed out the 2025 county calendars and club forms. Members were also encouraged to participate in Wreaths Across America on December 14, 2024, at Forest Cemetery in Circleville.
Alivia Wagner moved to adjourn the meeting, Paxton Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: Nov. 4, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on November 4, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. President, Samantha Mayhugh, called the meeting to order.
Sylvia Mayhugh led the American pledge and Ava Moyer led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite Halloween candy? Lilly Moyer, club Vice President, read the minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Lillian Skidmore seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included advisors and members sharing highlights from the 2024 Pickaway County Fair. Our club won second place in the Outhouse race and an Honorable Mention for our booth. We were recognized as an Honor Club for 2024! Members also received 4-H year awards.
New business that was discussed was suggestions to make meetings better. Pickaway County 4-H Open House is scheduled on November 20, 2024 from 6-7:30pm at Heritage Hall.
Lilly Moyer moved to adjourn the meeting, Lillian Skidmore seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club members enjoyed an ice cream social after the meeting to celebrate a successful 4-H year.
Front row: Paxton Turner, Colton Suchy, Leah Daniels
Back row: Olivia Snyder, Hannah Daniels, Abigail Daniels
Club: Scioto Sassafras
Date: Oct. 22, 2024
By: Ellody Burgett
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club held their first meeting of the year on October 22, 2024 at
member Jack Mawhorr’s residence.
Everyone participated in activities such as the Pledge of Allegiance, the 4-H Pledge and Roll Call followed by a bonfire and smores while long time advisor Roxanne Davis began awarding club members with certificates and achievement awards.
Advisors Larry and Roxanne Davis handed score sheets to all officers and we reflected on our results and discussed how we can make changes or what we need to do differently for next year. Members who attended the Ohio State Fair discussed their experiences and any awards they received.
Our club's greatest accomplishment was being awarded a 2023-2024 Honor Club. Great work everyone, it's a lot of work but we did it.
Then we began to talk about our future with exciting activities and different community services opportunities for our 2025 4-H year. Lastly we discussed and voted on which day works best for our club members to hold future meetings. We had a unanimous vote and we will continue to hold our meetings twice a month on Tuesdays beginning in January. The location will be at the Scioto Township Fire Department which is at 440 Walker Road Commercial Point. The resource guide with project information was mailed to families to help determine future projects. The Pickaway County officer training will be held on Sunday, February 2nd from 7- 8:30pm at Emmit Chapel on Tarlton Road, Circleville.
Club: Saddle & Sirloin 4-H Club
Date: July 24th
By: Deanna Moran
Cows, goats, rabbits, and chickens oh my! July 24th Saddle & Sirloin 4-H Club joined Hedges Chapel for VBS. Members were able to share their animals with those who attended VBS. Members answered questions about the animals and about 4-H. 4-H open house cards were handed out to those interested. A special thanks to Lexi for joining us from Madison Livewires with her chickens.
Left to right: Sydney Moran, Taylor Cook, Deanna Moran, Lexi Drum
CLUB: Pickaway County Shooting Sports
DATE: June 2024
BY: Mason Messmer
On June 23-28, 2024 was the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championship in Grand Island, Nebraska. Eva Merritt went out there and competed on the shotgun team while Austin Clark went out and competed on the Muzzleloader team. This is a week-long competition where youth from all over the country come out to compete in different disciplines. Those disciplines include, compound archery, recurve archery, air rifle, air pistol, .22 rifle, .22 pistol, shotgun, muzzleloader, and hunting skills. Ohio 4-H Nationals Shooting Sports Team website: https://sites.google.com/view/teamohio4-hss/home National 4-H Shooting Sports: https://4h.unl.edu/shooting-sports/national
CLUB: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB NEWS
DATE: May 20, 2024
BY: News Reporter, Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on May 20, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. President, Samantha Mayhugh, called the meeting to order.
Lucas Snyder led the American pledge and Haley Smith led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite summer activity? Lillian Skidmore, Environmental officer, introduced our speaker Katerina Sharp. Ms. Sharp presented upcoming activities from the Pickaway County Soil and Water Conservation. Advisor, Jennifer Capsel, read the minutes from the May 6, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Lillian Skidmore seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included reminders to members to register for 4-H camp by May 22 and the Fair Queen and Princess Contest by May 31. The Livestock Skillathon is on June 7th and 11th. Haley Smith attended the county rabbit clinic. Hannah Daniels and CJ Rodgers attended the county fashion clinic.
The club tour is scheduled for Wittich’s Candy Shop on June 6, 2024 at 11AM.
Lilly Moyer moved to adjourn the meeting, Lillian Skidmore seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club mentoring met after the business meeting.
American flags were placed for Memorial Day at the St. Paul Cemetery and the Zion Cemetery by club members. The snacks were provided by Adalynn Snyder.
Front row: Paxton Turner, Colton Suchy, Leah Daniels
Back row: Olivia Snyder, Hannah Daniels, Abigail Daniels
Club: Scioto Scrappin’ & More
Date: 5/19/2024
By: Kassidy Lange
The Scioto Scrappin’ and More 4H Club held a meeting on May 19, 2024, at the Remick's home at 2:30 pm. President Kaitlyn Ball called the meeting to order. Caleb Ball led the American Pledge and Sydney McMahon led the 4-H Pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What are you most excited for at the 2024 Pickaway County Fair? Treasurer, Caleb Ball, read the April 2024 Treasurer’s Report. Sydney McMahon moved to accept the Treasurer’s Report and Kassidy Lange seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. Health and Safety Officer, Sydney McMahon discussed stress and how to deal with it in a healthy way. Energy Officer Caleb Ball discussed easy ways to save electricity this time of year.
Under old business we discussed our latest Community Service Project and how it went. We also discussed our plans for our field trip to COSI. Everyone is excited. We also discussed our fair booth and assigned items for each person to complete. We will start setting up our booth on Thursday, June 13th.
New business included discussing Skillathon Volunteers and our club’s time for Skillathon. The fair books are available online and have valuable information for everyone. Information was shared about the Junior Fair Royalty Contests. Applications are due May 31st. DUNF Forms will be available in June and must be completed online before weighing-in. Packets were handed out to each member to give their project show times and project requirements. Early judging will be held on May 30th. Calls to schedule an appointment. The club members made pizza flatbreads for snack. Sydney McMahon gave her demonstration. She brought rice cakes, peanut butter, and bananas for everyone to make a healthy snack.
Kassidy Lange moved to adjourn the meeting; Sydney McMahon seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Club: Scioto Scrappin’ and More
Date: May 11, 2024
By: Kassidy Lange
The Scioto Scrappin’ and More 4-H Club volunteered at the Scioto Township High School Class Reunion on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Our members enjoyed assisting the Alumni with their dinners, drinks and desserts. The Alumni had a nice celebration again this year. Our club members look forward to this Community Service each year.
CLUB: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB NEWS
DATE: May 6, 2024,
BY: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on May 6, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. President, Samantha Mayhugh, called the meeting to order.
Ava Moyer led the American pledge and Trinity Mosher led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite flower? Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the April 15, 2024 meeting. Abigail Daniels moved to accept the minutes as read; Haley Smith seconded. The motion passed.
During discussion on old business, club mentoring was discussed and will start next meeting. The deadline for Livestock was brought up for qualifying members, and a report on the county communications contest was shown. Haley Smith won 3rd and Kyra Dunkle earned 2nd for the card contest. Isabelle won two 1st place awards. Blake Daniels 3rd place for his holiday card. And Lucas Snyder and Adelynn Snyder presented their pledges.
New business included reminders to members to register for 4-H camp and the Fair Queen and Princess Contest. The Livestock Skillathon is on June 7th and 11th.
Lillian Skidmore moved to adjourn the meeting, Rylee seconded the motion. The motion passed.
After the business meeting ended, demonstrations were given by Alicia Wagner, Samantha Mayhugh, and Sylvia Mayhugh. Members made T-shirt dog toys to donate to the Pickaway County Dog Shelter. Members were able to practice for Skillathon. The snacks were provided by Rylee Nicholson.
Club: Walnut Wonder Workers
Date: April 21, 2024
By: Abigail Hegarty
The last meeting of the Walnut Wonder Workers 4-H club was held on April 21 2024. They went through the officer reports and then went on to old business. The old business is enrollment is, QA needs to be completed by 5/1/24. 4-H camp info has been mailed and is due by 5/22. Skill a thon is on 6/7 or 6/11. Then the club went on to new business. Breeding rabbits must be tattooed before fair. All goats must have a scrapie ID. All poultry besides ducks and geese must be pullorum free. Then the club went on to do demonstrations. These were done by Ava and Evan Hines, Brayden, Cole and Brynlee Dixon, Leigha, Grady and Annie Kelley and Ava and Gavin Waters. The meeting then was adjourned. The next meeting will be on 5/19 at 7pm at Teays Valley East Middle School. And on 5/22 at 5:30pm at the Harrison Township Cemetery.
Club: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB NEWS
Date: April 15, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on April 15, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm. Vice President, Lilly Moyer, called the meeting to order.
Jackson led the American pledge and Kyra Dunkle led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite vacation spot? Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the April 1, 2024 meeting. Paxton Turner moved to accept the minutes as read; Ava Moyer seconded. The motion passed.
During discussion on old business, club mentoring was discussed and a report on the multiple clinics that are available. Ava Moyer reported on the poultry clinic in Wooster. Claire Bradbury taught at the county cake decorating clinic and Haley Smith participated in the nutrition clinic. The t-shirt order form was also discussed. Quality assurance training needs to be completed by April 20.
New business included reminders to members to complete the Livestock Registration Deadline between April 22-May 15, 2024.
Lillian Skidmore moved to adjourn the meeting, Rylee seconded the motion. The motion passed.
After the business meeting ended, demonstrations were given by Jason Bradbury, Cameron Daniels, Abigail Daniels, Leah Daniels, Christina Atwood, Olivia Snyder, Kyra Dunkle, Genevieve Hamman, Trinity Mosher, CJ Rodgers, Jackson and Lillian Skidmore, Luke Vandette, Haley Smith, Colton Suchy, Paxton Turner, and Karrah Sullivan. Cloverbud members completed a Nature Scavenger Hunt. The snacks were provided by Alivia Wagner.
Club: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB NEWS
Date: March 18, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on March 18, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm.
Jason Bradbury led the American pledge and Lilly Moyer led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite kitchen safety tip? The club held a stuffed animals drive for the Pickaway County Sheriff's Department. Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting. Lillian Skidmore moved to accept the minutes as read; Paxton Turner seconded. The motion passed.
During discussion on old business, club mentoring was discussed and a report on the Ohio 4-H Conference was given by Rachel Patrick (advisor) and Abigail Daniels (member and presenter). CJ Rodgers gave a report after attending the clothing clinic offered at JoAnn’s Fabrics.
New business included bringing up animal possession dates and animal tagging dates. Our club had three members win Ohio Achievement Awards this year. The winners included: Isabelle Capsel in Communication, Sylvia Mayhugh for Sheep and Olivia Snyder in Photography. Claire Bradbury and Olivia Snyder also won trips this summer to attend Sea Camp. We are proud of all of them!
Lilian Skidmore moved to adjourn the meeting, Paxton Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed.
After the business meeting ended, safety speaker Jerry Peters spoke about tornado safety. Advisors reviewed project books. Cloverbuds made a dancing rice project. The snacks were provided by the Daniels girls.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: March 4, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on March 4, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm.
Jackson Skidmore led the American pledge and Ava Moyer led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite healthy snack? The club Health Officer, Paxton Turner, introduced Deputy Bowers as the guest speaker. Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the February 19, 2024 meeting. Lillian Skidmore moved to accept the minutes as read; Paxton Turner seconded. The motion passed.
During discussion on old business, Advisor Jennifer Capsel, passed out papers on upcoming project clinics. Members voted on the theme for our fair booth. Members were reminded to bring stuffed animals to the next meeting for donations to the Sheriff's Department. Members will also be stuffing Easter eggs for the Kiwanis Club Easter egg hunt on March 11, 2024.
New business included talking through deadlines on quality assurance.
Rylee Nicholson moved to adjourn the meeting, Lillian Skidmore seconded the motion. The motion passed.
After the business meeting ended, advisors reviewed project books. Cloverbuds made a yarn art project. The snacks were provided by the Atwood Family.
Cloverbuds left to right Maggie VanDette, Lucas Snyder, Adalynn Snyder
Advisor Marsha Few
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: February 19, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on February 19, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm.
President Samantha Mayhugh called the meeting to order. Lillian Skidmore led the American pledge and Colton Suchy led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your favorite snow day activity? Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. Rylie Nicholson moved to accept the minutes as read; Paxton Turner seconded. The motion passed.
Old business included how many members submitted their Jr Achievement Form and moving the discussion of club mentoring to the next meeting.
New business included Aiden Snyder moved to adopt the club budget and Paxton seconded. The budget motion passed.
Nicholson moved to adjourn the meeting, Skidmore seconded the motion. The motion passed.
After the business meeting ended, Brandy Rodgers, Branch Manager from Kingston National Bank, was the guest speaker on savings accounts and Certificates of Deposit. The snacks were provided by Colton Suchy.
Pictured: Aiden Snyder, Buttons & Bowls Club Treasurer and Brandy Rodgers, Kingston National Bank, Circleville, OH, Branch Manager.
Club: Scioto Sassafras
By: Jett Sharp and Sam Ridley
Date: Feb. 15, 2024
The Scioto Sassafras 4-H Club is off to a good start. In October, we held our annual Bonfire/Awards and Organizational Mtg. In November, we held our elections and reviewed club dues and requirements. In December we held our Christmas Carry In and Installed the following officers: President: Morgan Cline, Vice president: Ethan Frick, Secretary: Jack Mawhor, Treasurer: Olivia Havens, News reporters: Jett Sharp and Sam Ridley, Historians/scrapbookers: Addelynn Burgett and Hank Havens, Health leader: Madelyn Reigel, Recreation leader: Drake Reynolds, Safety/energy leader: London Sharp,
Food pantry/Community Service leader: Kate Ridley, Photographer: Paige Reynolds, Jr. Leaders Lukus Mitchell, Kaleb Fannin and Makayla Fannin. We also collected socks, mittens and hats for Community Kitchen distribution and wrote out Christmas Cards for Brown Memorial residents. At our January meetings we reviewed and voted on the 4-H Constitution and the Club By Laws. We reviewed deadlines and dates for Sr. and Jr. Achievements records, Camp Counselor forms, County wide officer training and set goals for food pantry and spare change. Members signed up for demonstration dates and started discussing our shirt ideas.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers News Report
Date: February 11, 2024
By: Marley Erler
The February 11th Patriotic Pioneers 4-H Meeting was held at Village Chapel Church. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Austin Clark at 4:01pm.
The 4-H pledge was led by Darian Kirby and the American pledge was led by Ben Malone. Roll call was read by Cameron Clark with the question- Who do you think is going to win the Super Bowl? There were 33 members present and 3 advisors. The Secretary's report was read by Cameron Clark. The Secretary's report was motioned to be approved by Marley Erler and seconded by Darian Kirby. The treasurer's report was read by Austin Clark.
Under Old Business the club discussed the success of our Wendy’s fundraiser. Members who attended the Officer Training event were Kyle Yarnell, Austin Clark, Cameron Clark, Marley Erler, Hannah Wynkoop, Brooklyn Malone, Holly Bartholow, Emilee Clark, and Haleigh Bartholow. Under New Business project books were passed out to each member as well as the 2024 Club Program. Next, we had breakout sessions for advisors and members to discuss their project books and set goals for completing sections.
Demonstrations were given by Cameron Clark- Understanding Honey Crystallization, Holly Bartholow- A fun new way to tie your shoes, Elias Shertz- How to Play the Pokémon Board Game, and Hannah Wynkoop- How to Make Chex Mix for a Party.
A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Rory Campbell and it was seconded by Ben Malone. The meeting was adjourned at 4:50pm. After the meeting the members worked on making Valentines to be distributed to local Nursing Home residents. Snacks were provided by Lily and Milo Kraft and Hannah Wynkoop. The next meeting will be at Village Chapel Church at 4pm on Sunday, March 10th.
Club: Walnut Wonder Workers
By Abigail Hegarty
Date: Feb. 4, 2024
The last meeting of the Walnut Wonder Workers 4-H club was held on February 4 2024. They went through the officer reports and then went on to old business. The old business is enrollment is due online 2/15/24, QA needs to be completed by 5/1/24. Dues have now been changed to only 15 dollars for the first family member and 10 dollars for any additional family members. Camp Counselor Award is due on 1/16. Any project changes are due 3/1, and tag ins are on 4/20. Skill a thon is on 6/7 or 6/11. Then the club went on to new business. The candy sale is going on now and each member is required to sell five items. The club needs 4 volunteers for skill a thon judging. They are also in need of fair booth panels if anyone would like to help out. Also the dress code must be followed for fair this year and for the sale. Then the club went on to do demonstrations. These were done by Abigail, Clarissa, Kate, Hadley, Maddyn, Harper, and Colton. The meeting then was adjourned. The next meeting will be on 3/24/2024 7pm at Teays Valley East Middle School.
Club: Buttons & Bowls
Date: January 29, 2024
By: Hannah Daniels
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on January 29, 2024, at the St Paul’s United Methodist Church in Stoutsville at 7 pm.
President Samantha Mayhugh called the meeting to order. Hailey Smith led the American pledge and Lillian Skidmore led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is one of the projects you are taking this year? Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the January 15, 2024 meeting. Hannah Daniels motioned to accept the minutes as read, Lillian Skidmore seconded the motion.
Old business included bringing up the Constitution/Bylaws discussion, motion was moved by Aiden Snyder and seconded by Lillian Skidmore. Club members taking projects were reminded that all fees for project books need to be paid tonight. A proposal for club mentoring by Samantha Mayhugh and Claire Bradbury will be prepared for the next meeting. To conclude old business, members were reminded that Junior Achievement forms are due February 15, 2024, at the Extension office.
New business included discussing how to use our club money. Ava Moyer motioned to have the money be used for a new booth. Aiden Snyder motioned for it to be used to create new signs to go on all pens of members taking livestock projects at the fair. Both motions were passed. All members 13 years of age and up were reminded about the Ohio 4-H Conference on March 9th at the Greater Convention Center. Lillian Skidmore moved to adjourn the meeting with Paxton Turner seconding the motion.
After the meeting ended, members played Ships and Sailors for recreation led by Jason Bradbury. The snacks were provided by CJ Rodgers.
Club: Patriotic Pioneers News Report
Date: January 28, 2024
By: Marley Erler
The January 28th Patriotic Pioneers 4-H meeting was held at Village Chapel Church at 4pm. The meeting was called to order by President Kyle Yarnell.
The 4-H pledge was led by Lily Kraft and the American pledge was led by Rory Campbell. Roll call was read by Cameron Clark with the question what is your favorite vacation spot? There were 32 members and 4 advisors present. The secretary's report was read by Cameron Clark. The secretary's report was motioned to be approved by Kellan Gibson and seconded by Lillian Shertz. The treasurer's report was read by Cicely Esterline.
Under Old Business all registration fees and project book orders are due 1/28. All second-year members age 13 and under were encouraged to complete the Jr. Achievement Award application, due at the next meeting. Under New Business the 2024 Club Constitution and By-laws were discussed. A motion to approve was made by Kaydence Gibson. Motion passed. It was discussed to collect and donate $5 from each family for the 4-H Committee Award fund. Kellan made a motion to donate $5 from each family and Rory Campbell seconded it. Motion passed. Demonstrations were given by Alana Weaver, Nichole Jenkins, Cicely Esterline, Leigha Scott, and Kellan Gibson
Holly Bartholow motioned to adjourn the meeting and the motion was seconded by Marley Erler. The meeting was adjourned at 4:47pm. Snacks were provided by Haleigh and Holly Bartholow. The next meeting will be at Village Chapel Church on Sunday, February 11th.
Club: Saltcreek Livestock
Date: January 11, 2024
By: Ella Vanderpool
The Saltcreek Livestock 4-H Club went over our Parliamentary Procedures training, discussed upcoming deadlines, and participated in a game planned by the recreation officer, Elle Shonkwiler at their meeting held January 11, 2024 at Living by Faith Ministries.
During the Parliamentary Procedures training, they learned terms such as motion, adjourn, etc. The group separated into four different teams, and played a game of Jeopardy using 4-H terms. After that, they used what they had learned to make some trail mix. A member would say “I move that we put pretzels in the trail mix” or “I second that motion”. It was a great way to apply what they learned.
After the Parliamentary Procedures training, the group played a game that was planned by the recreation officer, Elle Shonkwiler. The members played an egg and spoon relay race with a cleaner alternative: ping pong balls. It was a fun, and entertaining game, and I know I can’t wait to see what Elle has planned for them next!
Some upcoming deadlines the group had discussed were for 4-H enrollments, 4-H Camp Counselor applications, and Jr. Achievement forms. For the Saltcreek Livestock 4-H Club, 4-H enrollments are due January 28. 4-H Camp Counselor applications are due January 16, and Jr. Achievement forms are due February 15. They also discussed Officer Training which will take place on February 1 from 7-8:30pm at Emmett Chapel ( 318 Tarlton Rd, Circleville, OH 43113 ), and 4-H Week which is January 21 through January 27.
24 members, and 3 advisors attended the meeting. Snacks were provided by the parents, and advisors. The next meeting will take place on January 23, 2024 at Living by Faith Ministries ( 8557 OH-56, Circleville, OH 43113 ).
Club: Patriotic Pioneers
By: Marley Erler
Date: January 7, 2024
The January 7th Patriotic Pioneers 4-H meeting was held at Village Chapel Church at 4pm. The meeting was called to order by President Austin Clark.
The 4-H pledge was led by Lily Kraft, and the American pledge was led by Darian Kirby. After pledges the Cloverbuds were dismissed for activities. Kyle Yarnell the Vice President read the secretary's report from the last meeting. The secretary's report was read and a motion to approve was made by Lily Kraft then seconded by Kellan Gibson. The treasurer's report was read by Treasurer Cicely Esterline and reported the balance of $364.83 dollars. The 2024 Patriotic Pioneers officers were elected. The new officers are President Kyle Yarnell, Vice President Austin Clark, Secretary Cameron Clark, Treasurer Cicely Esterline, Historian Hannah Wynkoop, News reporter Marley Erler, Health and Safety Officer Kellan Gibson, Recreation Officers Holly Bartholow and Emilee Clark, Environmental Officers Brooklyn Malone and Nevin Hirsch, and the Community Service Officer is Haleigh Bartholow.
The new President Kyle Yarnell led for the rest of the meeting. Under Old Business there was a discussion about the upcoming deadline for club registration and book orders. Everything is due by January 28th at the next meeting. Also discussed were the deadlines for the Ohio Achievement Awards and the Jr. Achievement Awards. Everyone was invited to help setup the club display at the local library on January 20th to promote Pickaway County 4-H week (January 21- 27th) and was asked to wear club shirts on Tuesday, January 22nd. Under new business there was a discussion about voting on the club constitution and by-laws at the next meeting. Also discussed was setting up a fundraiser event at Wendy's and the upcoming Officer training night on February 1st for all elected officers.
The motion to adjourn the meeting was made by the Historian Hannah Wynkoop and was seconded by Rory Campbell. Everyone then enjoyed cupcakes provided by the Yarnell Family to celebrate Derek Yarnell's birthday. The Patriotic Pioneers next meeting will be at Village Chapel Church at 4pm on Sunday, January 28th.
Club: Scioto Scrappin’ & More
Date: Jan. 14, 2024
By: Kassidy Lange
The Scioto Scrappin’ and More 4-H Club’s January 14th Meeting was called to order by President Kaitlyn Ball. Kassidy Lange lead the American Pledge and Sydney McMahon lead the 4-H Pledge. Sarah Laxton took roll call. Each member answered roll call by naming the project they are most excited to take this year. Under Old Business members were reminded about 4-H Officer Training that will take place at Emmett Chapel on Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Under New Business each member enrolled in 4-H using the 4-H Online website. The members discussed different 4-H Projects and decided on their projects for this year. The members also discussed the Community Service Project we are doing for Valentine’s Day. Blank cards were distributed to each member to decorate for the residents of Monterey Care Center. Kassidy Lange made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Kaitlyn Ball seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Club: BUTTONS AND BOWLS 4-H CLUB NEWS
By:Hannah Daniels
Date: January 15, 2024
The Buttons and Bowls 4-H Club held their meeting on January 15, 2024, at the St Paul’s Methodist Church, Stoutsville at 7 pm.
President Samantha Mayhugh called the meeting to order. Lillian Skidmore led the American pledge and Abigail Daniels led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was completed by members answering the question: What is your New Year’s resolution? Club Secretary, Isabelle Capsel, read the minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting. Hannah Daniels motioned to accept the minutes as read, Paxton Turner seconded the motion.
Old business included advisor Marsha Few reporting Pepperoni roller follow-up and profit. Club members that are 14 and over were reminded that Ohio Achievement and Camp Counselor forms are due to the County Extension office on 1/16/24. New officer training and installation will be held Thursday, February 1, 2024, from 7-8:30pm. Advisor, Rachel Patrick, passed out the 2024 club program books to all members.
New business included reminders to members that the Junior Achievement form due on 2/15/24. Claire Bradbury attended a county teen award class last month and she would like to see a mentoring program started between older members with newer members in our club. Samantha Mayhugh attended the Ohio Fair Managers Association conference earlier this month and competed in the fair queens contest. Sam placed in the top 15 of the competition and was featured in an article in The Circleville Herald. Lilly Moyer motioned to adjourn the meeting, Skidmore seconded the motion.
Members signed the club Constitution after the meeting. Parents completed registration paperwork and paid dues/book fees All members wrote why they joined 4-H for the window display for 4-H week that begins on Sunday. Snacks were provided by Jackson and Lillian Skidmore. The next meeting is January 29, 2024, at St. Paul Methodist Church at 7pm.
Club: Madison Livewires
By: Emma Caudill
Date: Jan 4, 2024
On January 4th, 2024, the Madison Livewires 4-H club held a meeting at Hedges Chapel. Madison Livewires conducted a community service project organized by advisor Mary Hines. We made blankets for the Columbus Men's Homeless Shelter. Mr. McClure read the year’s constitution and bylaws which were then signed by the club’s members. We announced a new advisor, Mr. Justin Smith, and four new club officers.
The Cloverbuds took the meeting to learn about how Homelessness affects our community. They made a blanket while discussing how children in their classrooms may receive donations for Blessings in a Bookbag filled with food. This raised the discussion of the club donating to the charity which will be discussed at the next meeting. The club adjourned at 7:54 pm.
Club: Walnut Wonder Workers
By: Abigail Hegarty
Date: Jan. 16, 2024
The last meeting of the Walnut Wonder Workers 4-H club was held on January 7 2024. They went through the officer reports and then went on to old business. The old business is enrollment is due online 2/15/24, QA needs to be completed by 5/1/24. Dues have now been changed to only 15 dollars for the first family member and 10 dollars for any additional family members. Camp Counselor Award is due on 1/16. Any project changes are due 3/1, and tag ins are on 4/20. Then the club went on to new business. Here are some upcoming dates of what is going on. They have the camp counselor achievement award and scholarship app due on 1/16. On 2/15 enrollment is due. On 3/1 anyone that would like to switch there projects have to have it in by then. County QA training is on 3/20 and from 6:30 to 8:30pm. The tags for hogs, sheep, goats and dairy beef feeders is on 4/20. They are also in need of fair booth panels if anyone would like to help out. Then the club went on to do demonstrations. These were done by Finley and Ryder Sykes, Cali and Carter Good, and Blane. The meeting then was adjourned. The next meeting will be on 2/4 at 7pm at Teays Valley East Middle School.