Franklin County
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4-H members from any club can belong to county-wide projects. To become a member of a county-wide project a member should follow the following three steps:
1. Contact the project leader to let him/her know that you want to join the project group. 2. Contact your Club Leader and let him/her know that you have enrolled in the county-wide project. 3. Call or e-mail the Franklin County University of Missouri Extension office to let us know so we can add the project to your enrollment.
A member can join a county-wide project even if they have already turned in their enrollment or re-enrollment form. It just takes a few phone calls or e-mail messages.
Below are a few county-wide projects. Check future newsletters and the Franklin County 4-H web page for additional projects.
Cake Decorating - This group will have limited membership so call early. The group will meet 3-4 times in Washington to learn to decorate cakes. Call Vince Mueller at (636) 239-5936 if you would like to join the group.
Sports Fishing - Kids who want to learn more about the sport of fishing should contact Jim Luecke at 636-860-4675. The project may include camping out and fishing trips.
Rifle - Jim Luecke will also lead a county-wide rifle project. Call Jim for all the details at 573-860-4675
Shotgun - Contact Gerry Hellebusch if you are interested in belonging to the county-wide shotgun project. Due to the nature of the project, enrollment may be limited, so call early. Phone: 636-239-4823.
Archery - Rich McDaniel, 636-239-5807 to join the county-wide Archery project. Members will learn archery safety and skills, bow and bow parts, shoot 3D and targets, and have fun and practice respect for the sport and each other. The project will meet at River Bluff Archery. Members will need a bow and 6 arrows. There will be a $3 per meeting charge to cover expenses.
Miniature Rose Project - In the miniature rose project you will purchase a miniature rose from the Tri County Rose Society at their cost $6.50 per plant. From April – June you’ll be guided on how to grow your mini in a container of your choosing. At the July meeting you will receive hints on exhibiting your rose. If you bring your LIVE plant to the Washington Town & Country Fair Rose Show, you’ll be reimbursed your cost of the rose. Naturally you’ll also have the fun of exhibiting at the fair. The project is led by Kerry & Wanda Weirich, 636-239-7380; wweirich@yhti.net.
Dog Care - Sarah Frederick will lead this fun project designed to help members learn more about proper care of their dogs, and to learn basic obedience training. Members and their dogs will be able to show off their skill at the Franklin County Youth Fair dog show. Contact Sarah Frederick at 636-221-4452 or email leadingpaws@yahoo.com
4-H Key Award - This project, led by Dave Hileman, is designed to help 4-H members 14 and older meet the requirements to receive the 4-H Key Award. Those interested will meet in November to learn more about the award and the requirements. After that the group will meet three more times to check on progress and plan the next step toward qualification. Contact Dave Hileman at hilemand@missouri.edu or call 636-583-5141.
Horsemanship - Linda Saunders will again lead a county-wide Horsemanship Project. The project group will meet at the Union Saddle Club building. Plans are to hold 15-20 meetings, many of which will be riding meetings. Members will learn horse judging, parts of the horse, breeds, western riding, showmanship, trail riding, basic health care, and trailering safety. Parents will need to be present at weekly riding meetings held each Monday from May to September. Families must provide their own horse and are responsible for getting the horse to the riding meetings. Call Linda at 636-239-5224.
Franklin County GPS Trackers - Roger Davis and Les Kemp will lead this exciting project. Members will gain a basic geographic understanding of the world and the use of GPS units to find locations. Activities will include Geocaching and possible hiking expeditions. Members can use their own GPS units or families can rent the use of a county 4-H unit for $30. Parents are expected to help transport kids for any field trips. Meetings will be held in the Clearview Elementary School. The project will begin in October and will meet at least 8 times. There is a limit to the number of families who participate depending on how many GPS units are available. Contact Roger Davis at (636) 583-8347.
4-H Interstate Exchange - Led by Doris Koch & Dave Hileman. This is a great project for teens 14 and older (on Dec. 31, 2010) who like to travel and meet new people. The group will plan and participate in an Interstate Exchange with 4-H members from a partner county in another state. Members will help plan, and participate in the hosting of Shenandoah County, Virginia delegates in the summer of 2011, and help choose the next partner county for a 2012-13 exchange. Group members will help raise funds for hosting and travel, and parents and members who host or travel will be expected to pay a portion of the cost (usually $200-$300). Contact Dave Hileman at hilemand@missouri.edu or call 636-583-5141.
Line Dancing - Learn the steps to many line dances. This is an active and fun project that will meet in Union. Call Dorothy Keence, 636-583-7872.
Clowning -Mary Shaw will lead this exciting project for any 4-H member who wants to learn the art of clowning. The first meeting will be in November, and the rest will follow after the first of the year. Meetings will be held in Union or where the members live. The project is limited in size so call early if you want to join. You will learn basic balloon sculpture, face design and how to apply make up, costumes and shoes, and clown fun and games. Members will be expected to pay a small fee to cover the cost of balloons. Contact Mary Shaw at shawma@missouri.edu or call 636-583-5141.
Backpacking - Gary Reidel will lead a backpacking and camping project for members age 8 and older on December 31, 2010. Each member will need a parent or guardian to accompany them at meetings and on hikes. The group will plan, prepare for, and go on camping/hiking expeditions in Washington and Meramec State Parks. Call Gary at 636-583-2667.
Bicycle Project - Members age 8 and older on December 31, 2010 are invited to join project leader Jill Werner to learn more about bicycles and bicycling. Members will learn about bicycle parts, maintenance, and rules of the road, and go on bike rides. Members will need a bicycle, helmet, and other safety gear. They will need to be able to transport their bike to meetings and ride locations. At least one adult from each club participating must attend project meetings and rides. The first meeting will be in the Spring Bluff area and other meeting locations will be determined. Call Jill at 573-457-2181.
Paint Ball Project - Rhonda Mueller and Heather Frey will lead this exciting new project for members age 10 and older on December 31, 2010. They plan to begin the project in October, and there is a 30 member limit, so call early. The group will meet 3 times a the Pin Oak Campground Paintball facility and possibly other Franklin County locations. Members will learn teamwork skills, offense and defense, proper use of equipment, safety, and various games and styles of play. Each member must have a release form signed by a parent or guardian. Approximate cost per meeting is $50-$60 which includes equipment rental and paintballs. Contact Rhonda at 314-401-3642 or Heather at 314-520-3700. |
