Happy Anniversary 4-H!! Throughout 2002, the 4-H program celebrates 100 years of youth programming excellence. Join 4-Híers from across the nation by celebrating this momentous occasion. I would ask every 4-H club to come up with a way of celebrating the 4-H program that says or reflects something about you and your club. Please notify the Extension Office of your intentions, or if you need some assistance in coming up with ideas, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to sharing with others, from around the state and the country, what Pike County 4-H is all about.

The Power of YOUth – 4-H Teen Retreat – This event is scheduled for Friday, January 11 – Saturday, January 12, 2002, at the Pocono Environmental Education Center. 4-H teens 13 – 18 are invited to attend (13 years old as of Jan. 1, 2002). The cost of participation for Pike County teens is $19.00/person. Activities include team building, games and recreation, orienteering and much more. If you would like to attend this event, please contact the Pike County Cooperative Extension office for an application. Deadline to register for this event is December 28th.

Animal Canimal Club - this club meets once a month at the Pike County Administration Building. The next meeting will be Tuesday., November 27, 2001 from 4:30 - 5:30 PM.

Hay U Horse Club meets once a month at the Lutfy Barn. The hours are from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM..

4-H Craft Club meets the second Friday of the month at the Delaware Valley Middle School Cafeteria.

We’re 2 Gether 2001 meets in the Greeley Area.

*** For more information about any of the above-mentioned 4-H clubs, please call the Extension Office at (570) 296-3400.

*** ***Leaders - If there is a change in your club meeting schedule, please contact Bev ASAP.

District III Horse Show Committee Meeting – If you would like to serve as a Pike County representative to the District III Horse Show Committee, please contact the Extension Office. The next meeting is scheduled for March 13, at the PSU Hazelton Campus. The meeting begins at 7 PM. Transportation can be provided.

Regional 4-H Development Committee Meeting – The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2002. 4-H leaders are invited to attend. Meet fellow 4-H leaders, share ideas and learn new things. A light breakfast and lunch is provided. Transportation can be provided, however, space is limited. If you think you might be interested in attending, please contact the Extension Office.

New 4-H Year – October marked the beginning of the new 4-H year. New enrollment forms are required. Please have your club members fill out a new enrollment form at your next meeting and then submit them to the Extension Office. Thank you.

Coming in February…… the Pennsylvania 4-H Centennial Bean Bear. The cost of this handsome centennial bear is $11.00 (the cost does not reflect postage, if required). Numbers are limited. Reserve your bear today. Proceeds will benefit local 4-H clubs.

Entertainment Books

Entertainment Books are on sale. Proceeds will benefit the Pike County 4-H program. If you would like to purchase an Entertainment Book, please contact or stop by the Pike County Extension Office. Northeast PA Entertainment Books are $25.00/book.

**Please note: Entertainment Books from all over the US are also available. Prices vary.

4-H Stipend Program

2002 Camp Counselor Applications

are now being accepted. If you are 14 years or older (as of Jan. 1, 2002) and would like to be a camp counselor in training or a camp counselor at Camp Shehaqua, contact the Extension Office. Camp Counselors are required to have 24 hours of training!

Camp Shehaqua 2002

Mark your calendars! Our camp week is scheduled for July 15 – 19.

**If your club has something they would like to share, please call the Pike County Cooperative Extension Office at (570) 296-3400 and we will list it in the Club Chatter.