Murray County 4-H Messenger
July 15, 2023
Murray County Information
Fair Entry Closes July 15th!!!!
Exhibit judging registration is open June 1-July 15. How do you do register your 4-H exhibits that you want to bring to the fair? By using FairEntry.
What is FairEntry? FairEntry is the online-based system where 4-H club members register their exhibits for judging at the County Fair. The system works by using your current information from 4HOnline and integrating your member information with FairEntry. This does not replace 4HOnline.
4HOnline and FairEntry...What's the difference?
4HOnline:
- Enroll/re-enroll in Murray County 4-H (become a member or reactivate your membership)
- Allows members to select (or remove) project areas. You can then exhibit in those projects, but it’s not required. This allows us to send you notifications of events, deadlines, etc. for those projects.
- Register for State events such as BLU, YELLO, CWF, Summer camps and other state events.
- ID your animal(s) so they are eligible for county/state fair. Market beef ID deadline is February 15; May 15 is the ID deadline for other animals that require ID.
- If showing an animal(s), the system verifies required LQA&E training is completed.
FairEntry:
- All members (including Cloverbuds) register their exhibits/animals using FairEntry between June 1-July 15 to be eligible for judging. Note: animals must be identified in 4HOnline and ALSO registered as an exhibit (entry) in FairEntry. Cloverbuds are exempt from animal IDs and most poultry exhibits don't require IDs but some require a Statement of Origin.
- You must know your 4HOnline email/password to login (temporary passwords can be requested).
- You must have internet access to register your projects since FairEntry is an internet-based program.
Please sign up for Exhibit Hall Assistants
Looking for a new opportunity? Come join Murray County Extension!
Did you forget to attend LQA&E?
YQCA is a valid online option for MN 4-H Youth to fulfill the MN 4-H LQA requirement.
Participation in an online 1-hour Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) training offered via distance learning. (See guide here) This certification is valid for one fair season. Cost for this training is $12.00 and is paid at the time of online registration with a credit card. (This is a nationally offered program and registration fee is utilized to upkeep the system and update the training modules.) Murray County 4-H DOES NOT pay for this fee. The family is responsible for the registration fee. Course must be completed by July 31st!!!
LQA certifications (LQA&E and YQCA) will be checked as part of Final Registration to verify that all State Fair 4-H Livestock exhibitors are certified at the appropriate level of LQA.
If you choose to participate in YQCA you must provide the Extension Office with a copy of your certificate after you have completed the course
Murray County Fair
- Hard copies of the Murray County Premium List are still available in the Extension Office if you would like one.
- FairEntry deadline is July 15th!!
- Want to have Murray County 4-H Fair information in the palm of your hand? Download the Murray County 4-H App to get up to date schedules, premium book, barn information, food stand information, placings, and more!
- Keep an eye on your email (and snail mail) for fair updates and information. Letters for Performing Arts, Food Review, and Clothing Projects will be sent out in July.
Hub City Barrel Bash
Regional Opportunities
Pipestone Food Preservation Workshops
ou are invited to attend one of the free upcoming Food Preservation Workshops to be held in Pipestone on Thursday, July 20, 2023. Both classes will be held at the St. Leo Catholic Church Gym (415 S Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone, MN 56164) starting at 1:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. All ages and experience levels are encouraged to attend, and you are asked to preregister at https://z.umn.edu/Pipestonefoodpres to help plan for refreshments and handouts.
If you have any questions, please contact the Pipestone County Extension Office at 507-825-1190. Attached is the flyer with more information on the workshops.
Chippewa County Livestock Camp
This camp is open to ALL counties and participants grades 3-13!
When: Sunday, July 16th
Where: Chippewa County Fair grounds
Time: 1:00m-5:30pm (4.5 Hours)
During the camp 4-Her's will:
Learn how to do a livestock interview! Learn how to prepare and present a livestock demonstration. We will test your knowledge of livestock with quiz bowl activities. Campers are encouraged to bring a notebook and pencil to jot down any new information they learn.
Minnesota State Fair
Livestock Exhibitor Resource Page
The State Fair Premium Book is available on the Extension Website. You can also find a copy of it on our Website or on our app.
General State Fair Premium Book
Livestock State Fair Premium Book
The state fair is Hiring and need your help.
Learn more and apply at z.umn.edu/4HStateFairJobs
Apply today! Each year, we hire 150 employees to make the state fair experience.
happen for 4-H’ers. Those jobs include food service, maintenance, exhibit assistants,
livestock exhibit assistants, dorm staff, activities staff and more.
2023 State 4-H Horse Show Updated Schedule
⚠️ Attention poultry project participants ⚠️
Video Project Camp
Open to ALL youth grades 8th & older!!
Join the Minnesota 4-H video project team for an awesome summer workshop series! Youth members who have some experience in video creation will come together to learn from experts in the field about story development, lighting, sound, video angles and more.
This workshop will include four one-hour virtual sessions, a three-day in-person immersion event, and a one-day film festival at the State Fair!
Learn more and register by July 12 at: z.umn.edu/Video2023
Downloadable Video Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VqDZtSaitcQ7tksZj7NMKtwxPfW_jmaI/view?usp=sharing
2023 Rice County Open Class Beef show on July 21 on the Rice County Fairgrounds, Faribault, MN
RICE COUNTY FAIR OPEN CLASS BEEF SHOW
Rice County Fairgrounds – Faribault, MN
July 21, 2023 @ 6:30 p.m.
SANCTIONED BY MN NORTHSTAR POINTS!!
https://mnnsps.wixsite.com/mnsps
• CHAMPION MARKET ANIMAL $400 Sponsor: Farmer’s Mill & Elevator
• CHAMPION BREEDING HEIFER $400 Sponsor: Ag Partners
• CHAMPION DAIRY STEER $200 Sponsor: Compeer Financial
• CHAMPION PROSPECT CALF $200 Sponsor: Compeer Financial
• RESERVE MARKET ANIMAL $200 Sponsor: Farmer’s Mill & Elevator
• RESERVE BREEDING HEIFER $200 Sponsor: Ag Partners
• RESERVE DAIRY STEER $75 Sponsor: Compeer Financial
• RESERVE PROSPECT CALF $75 Sponsor: Shieldsville Stock Farms
3rd Overall Market Animal and Breeding Heifer: $100 each sponsored by Erin Transportation
3rd Overall Dairy Steer and Prospect Calf: $50 each sponsored by Erin Transportation
Showmanship classes at end of show - $5 entry fee as you enter the ring. Pot payout to Champ/Reserve
General Information: Entry Fees per head: $35 – Non-Refundable
Barns open for arrivals Day of Show Checks to: Rice County Fair
Check-in /Weigh-Ins Day of Show 3 - 5pm Bring own bedding/no butt fans
All animals released at show conclusion Generators welcome outside of barns
Breeding heifers shown by birth date. 5 per breed class. Registered heifers must have reg. papers/legible tattoos
Health papers required for out of state cattle Steer/Dairy Steer/ Market Heifer/Prospect classes by weight
Livestock trailers must enter fairgrounds through North Gate!
For additional information contact: Tim Hoover 507-269-6443 or tim27hoover@gmail.com
NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR LOST OR STOLEN ITEMS
Detach here and present at registration table with payment
Exhibitor Name__________________________________________________
Address_________________________________City_________________State____Zip______Phone________________
• Animal Name: BD: Breed: Reg #: Official ID#:
Circle: Breeding Heifer/Market Heifer/Beef Steer/Dairy Steer/Prospect Steer/Prospect Heifer
• Animal Name: BD: Breed: Reg #: Official ID#:
Circle: Breeding Heifer/Market Heifer/Beef Steer/Dairy Steer/Prospect Steer/Prospect Heifer
• Animal Name: BD: Breed: Reg #: Official ID#:
Circle: Breeding Heifer/Market Heifer/Beef Steer/Dairy Steer/Prospect Steer/Prospect Heifer
TOTAL NUMBER OF HEAD ENTERED: TOTAL FEES: CHECK#:
University on the Prairie
We hope to see you July 26-27 for University on the Prairie! Youth entering grades 7-13 are invited to explore science-based careers at University on the Prairie!
Held at the Southwest Research & Outreach Center near Lamberton, University on the Prairie immerses students in hands-on activities related to different sciences. Tracks are led by university faculty and area professionals.
All University on the Prairie activities will take place in the classrooms, labs and the great outdoors at the Southwest Research & Outreach Center facilities in Lamberton. Each career track is led by enthusiastic faculty from U of M, SDSU, and SWROC staff, graduate students and industry professionals who are highly skilled in their field. The instructors gladly share stories about their own experiences and answer questions about how to get into certain career fields.
NEW in 2023 - housing is provided (and optional).
Cost to participate is $50. For more information, contact the Cottonwood County Extension Office at 507-831-4022 or mohrh002@umn.edu.
Registration is due July 24th!
Free family-focused webinars May through August
The University of Minnesota Extension will present a series of webinars from May through August to support families and those who serve families in making informed decisions that lead to greater health, resilience and well-being.
All webinars are virtual and free. Learn more about the webinar series. (Follow the link for each series to learn more about webinar topics, dates, times and registration.)
Charlas en Español (Talks in Spanish)
Brindamos información y recursos en español para ayudar a las familias a tomar mejores decisiones. Los temas que tratamos son de utilidad para su vida diaria.
Climate and disaster preparedness
Find practical strategies for planning, navigating and responding to climate change and natural disasters to support better health and wellbeing for all.
Family-friendly earth care
Explore the connection between global health and wellness. Gain practical tips and resources to promote environmental wellbeing through gardening and farming practices.
Finding balance
Discover practical tips to prioritize your mental, physical and emotional health while navigating life's challenges and opportunities.
Making cents of it all
Learn strategies for navigating financial decisions, including, budgeting, saving, credit and debt management.
No place like home
Whether you rent or own your home, get tips to make your home and community healthier, affordable and energy efficient.
Parenting and relationships
Receive effective tools for maintaining positive, healthy relationships, including practical tips for parents and caregivers.
Recovery and health
Understand how recovery and health are interconnected as we discuss opioid use disorder (OUD) and harm reduction.
What’s for dinner?
Discuss various food-related topics, including food safety, farmer's market visits, managing allergies and food’s connection to mood and self-care.
Please register for the webinar(s) you plan to attend via the link above and share these opportunities with friends, family, co-workers, networks, and program participants.
Ambassador Information
Murray County Ambassador Events for July
Please attend the Ambassador meeting July 24 at 6:00 pm at the Murray County Courts Building Meeting Room. We will be assigning fair tasks. If you are unable to attend, contact Kim to claim your assignments. Plan to stay for the federation meeting where we will be electing 2023-2024 officers and covering fair updates.
Volunteer Information
New Member Information
Below you will find a link to the new member newsletters
Edition 1 October- November New Member Newsletter
Edition 2 December- January New Member Newsletter
Edition 3 February- March New Member Newsletter
Edition 4 April - May New Member Newsletter
Kim Hause
University of Minnesota Extension, Murray County
Email: hausek@umn.edu
Website: https://extension.umn.edu/local/murray
Location: 2848 Broadway Avenue, Slayton MN USA
Phone: 507-836-1144
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/murraycounty4h