Community Service Project

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Beach Clean Up!

Please mark your calendars for Saturday, March 21, 2020 from 2:00 - 3:00pm. 

Members of  Bainbridge Island 4-H voted to clean up our beaches for our community service project.  We'll announce the location at the March General Meeting.

General Meeting

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Our next General Meeting is Monday, February 10, 2020 at Yeomalt Cabin!  We'll see you all at 6:30 pm.  Our teen leaders have been busy planning the agenda and activities. 

Please bring your 4-H record books.

See you then!

4-H Public Presentations

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4-H encourages its members to expand their life skills which includes the ability to do public presentations.  As a result, once a year, they offer a 4-H Public Presentation forum where members get the opportunity to do public presentations on topics they are interested in.

We encourage all members of Bainbridge Island 4-H to deliver public presentations!  The dates for the Kitsap County 4-H Public Presentations are Friday afternoon, March 6, 2020 or Saturday morning, March 7, 2020.

Through Kitsap County's 4-H public presentation forum, our members can earn blue ribbons, earning the chance to give their presentation at Kitsap County Fair or Washington State Fair.

Sign up for Public Presentations here

Below are some common questions from our 4-H members:

Q:  What should I talk about?

A:  Choose a topic that is of interest to you.  If you need ideas, talk with your 4-H friends and leaders.

Q:  Will other kids be watching?  Can my parent be there?

 A:  No other 4-H members are in the room with you unless you invite them.  Your parents are welcome to observe.


Q: How long do I have to speak for?

A:  If you are a Junior (8 – 10 years of age):  3 – 8 minutes
If you are an Intermediate (11 – 13 years of age):  5 – 15 minutes
If you are a Senior (14 to less than 19 years of age):  8 – 20 minutes

Q:  Do you have any hints or tips on delivering my presentation?

A:  --Have a catchy introduction
--Your time starts when you give the title of your presentation.
--End with a conclusion and your sources.
--Remember that EVERY word on your posters need to be readable from 10 feet away.
--Don't forget to ask your audience if they have any questions, then always repeat the question back to the judge.
--Practice, practice, practice!!

Q:  What is the cost?

A:  Normally, there is a $2.50 charge per presentation but Bainbridge Island 4-H is paying for  members enrolled in our club.  When you check in for your presentation, please tell them you are a member of Bainbridge Island 4-H.

Q:  Can I bring my dog?  I'd like to include my pet in my presentation.

A:  Unfortunately, you may not bring any live animals.

What should I bring with me?

A:  There will be an easel for you to use during your presentation.  You should bring everything you need for your presentation, including visual aids.  No projectors or screens are provided.  If you are using Powerpoint, please bring everything you need with you.  When you check in, please tell them if you are using Powerpoint.

Q:  Where do I give my presentation?

A:   Liberty Bay Presbyterian Church in Poulsbo.  The church is located across from Poulsbo Inn on Hwy 305.  The address is 18561 9th Ave. NE, Poulsbo, WA  98370

Announcing 4-H summer camp!

The Kitsap County 4-H camp dates are July 26 - July 30, 2020!

You're welcome to attend the camp kickoff from 3:00 - 5:00 pm on February 8th at the Silverdale Grange.  4-H staff will be available to help with registration and answer your questions.  You'll also get a chance to meet the teen leaders for 2020, make camp crafts, sing camp songs, play games, and enjoy an ice cream cone.

Please email Kitsap4hyouthcamp@gmail.com with any questions.

Community Service

4-H member collecting pet food

In honor of the spirit of community emphasized by MLK Jr, Bainbridge Island 4-H Dog Project is collecting donations of pet food for the dogs and cats helped by Helpline House.

Donations will be accepted at Paws and Fins (1050 Hildebrand Lane) from Sunday, January 19, 2020 to Sunday, January 26, 2020. 

Bainbridge Island 4-H Dog Project members will be standing by the box on and off, but the bin will be out all week! 

Thank you for your support!

Bainbridge Island 4-H Dog Group

General Meeting is cancelled tonight!

Our 4-H General Meeting is cancelled for Monday, January 13, 2020!  We follow the Bainbridge Island School District inclement weather guidelines.  

With the chilly forecast this week, please check with your leaders if you have a meeting scheduled as it may be cancelled, too.

We'll see you at our next General Meeting on February 10th!

Happy New Year!

Sewing project by Sage

Our first general meeting of 2020 will be Monday, January 13th from 6:30 - 7:30pm.  We'll look forward to seeing you at Yeomalt Cabin!

Other important dates for January:

• New adult volunteer training is scheduled for January 18th from 9:00am - 12:00pm in Bremerton.  Sign ups are here:  New Adult Volunteer Training Sign up

• The Kitsap County 4-H Academy is January 25, 2020 from 10:00am - 2:00pm in Silverdale.  This fun  workshop is held once per year.  4-H members can learn a variety of skills (past courses: crochet, sew a doll's sleeping bag, learn about animal law, vet science, make a leather bracelet and more).  You can also learn about public presentations, record books, and communication skills.  Registration is coming soon.

Holiday Party and Potluck

Please mark your calendars and sign up for the annual Holiday Party and Potluck on December 9, 2019!

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Our annual 4-H Holiday Party and Potluck is at Bethany Lutheran Church on Monday, December 9, 2019 at 6:30pm.  

Potluck sign up:  Sign up for Potluck here

Who:  Bainbridge Island 4-H members and family

When:  Monday, December 9, 2019 from 6:30 - 8:00pm

Where:  Bethany Lutheran Church:  7968 Finch Rd NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Gift Exchange:  There are two separate "white elephant" gift exchanges – one for the kids and one for the adults!   If you would like to participate in this popular game, please bring a wrapped gift up to $5.00 in value.

4-H Record Books!

What exactly is a record book and how do I get started on one? 

Good question!  A record book consists of information that you'll record in a notebook over the course of the year.  It will document your goals, knowledge and skills gained, leadership experiences, awards earned, and community service!  

All those great experiences you're having will be recorded on forms, narratives, and a story written by you.  Then, at the end of the year, you'll have the opportunity to submit your finished record book to 4-H judges, giving you the chance to earn awards.  

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Please print the record book forms below (from Kitsap County 4-H) for your 3-ring binder.  Binders and printed copies of the Club Agreement and Code of Conduct are available at General Meetings.

We encourage you to give record book keeping a try!  Please let your leader know how they can give you a hand.

Record Book Forms (for all projects)

• Record Book Guide – pdf
• Permanent Record pdf / doc

Still Life forms (for Photography, Leadership, Sewing, Cooking, Family Living, Gardening)

• Still Life Record Book – pdf / doc

Animals (for Dogs, Poultry)

• Animal Record Book – pdf / doc

General meeting on November 11, 2019

Our Bainbridge Island 4-H projects are off to a good start and all projects have experienced their first meetings full of fun activities!  Most projects still have room for new members, except for the photography project which is full for the year (please contact us for more information).




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Our next General Meeting is Monday, November 11, 2019 from 6:30 - 7:30pm.  We will meet at Yeomalt Cabin (900 Park Ave NE, Bainbridge Island).  

We'll look forward to seeing you there!