December 2011 WSU Stevens County Extension News

December 2011 WSU Stevens County Extension News, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to friends and family that might benefit from the information. If you do not wish to receive this e-mail newsletter please email Ivy Nelson at inelson@wsu.edu and ask to be removed from the list. We hope you enjoy the newsletter – Debra Kollock, County Extension Director

WSU Stevens County Extension workshops and events. For more information on any of the following events, contact us at 509-684-2588 or extensionstevens@wsu.edu. Or visit us at 986 S. Main in Colville.

Master Gardeners

January 9: Master Gardener applications deadline had been extended to Jan 9. 2012. If you are interested in gardening then this class is for you. Master Gardener training covers a wide variety of horticulture topics. Take this class and become a WSU Master Gardener Volunteer or take the class without the volunteer requirement for a higher fee. The WSU Master Gardener training in Stevens County begins January 17, 2012. Classes will be held in Colville, on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. through April. The Class fee is $125 and requires 40 hours of volunteer service per year or this class without becoming a volunteer for $225.

4-H Youth Development

Check out the January 2012 edition of Clover Courier the 4-H newsletter. Included is information on Sensational Saturday, reporting volunteer hours, 4-H scholarships, hippology and more! Click on the link to view the newsletter online.

February 4: Save the date for our annual 4-H Sensational Saturday program. It’s a day of fun workshops to learn more about your 4-H project or explore a new project. The event is free and open to all school age youth.

Agriculture

January 21: Learn how to use local grains and supplements to build your own poultry feed.

February 25: Learn how to use local grains and supplements to build your own hog feed.

These workshops are for those growers who wish to develop their own feeds based on high quality local grains and do not include GMO products. Both classes start at 10:00 am at the Valley Transportation Center on Hwy 395. Reservations are necessary, and is limited to 25 participants. For questions on the program, contact: Al Kowitz 738-2227 or 499-1360. Sponsored by the Community Agriculture Development center (CADC). Instructor: Fred Stringer, retired voc-ag instructor from Reardan

Forestry

January 20: The 20^th Annual Family Foresters Workshop is designed to strengthen the skills of consulting foresters, state-employed service foresters, and other natural resource professionals who work with family forest owners. It serves as a forum to provide updates on emerging technology and knowledge applicable to family forestry. The program can accommodate up to 100 people. Registration forms should be returned by January 13, or go to the online registration. The $85 pre-registration fee ($95 after Jan. 13) includes lunch and refreshments. For questions on the program, contact: Chris Schnepf at 208-446-1680 or Andy Perleberg at 509-667-6658.

986 S. Main Ste. D

Colville, WA 99114

509.684.2588

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

Proclamation By Governor Chritine Gregoire

Market Manager Nils Johnson, Lori Musgrave, Gary McNiel, Krisan LaHew

12th Annual National Farmers Market Week

July 15, 2011
Nils Johnson
Market Manager Chewelah Farmers Market Chewelah, WA

Dear Mr. Johnson,
Every day this summer, communities are converging to celebrate a simple miracle: farmers, as stewards of rural America, coming together to share a harvest that's feeding local families. The result? More viable regional economies; increased access to fresh, nutritious food; and stronger social networks that help keep communities strong. It's the miracle we know as farmers markets.
United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has proclaimed August 7-13, 2011 as National Farmers Market Week. On behalf ofThe Farmers Market Coalition, I am writing to commend the Chewelah Farmers Market for their innovative contribution to the Chewelah commu nity in honor of National Farmers Market Week.
This year marks the 12th Annual dedication, and it marks an important milestone. Since the USDA began declaring National Farmers Market Week in 2000, the number of farmers markets has more than doubled, from 2,863 markets in 2000 to 6,132 in 2010. These numbers have continued to rise in 2011 as farmers markets become fresh food mainstays for shoppers across all socio-economic, political, and ethnic ranges. The Chewelah Farmers Market is one of twelve stand-out farmers markets from across the nation that the Farmers Market Coalition is recognizing this year.
Farmers markets help more dollars circulate in local economies, support agricultural diversity that keeps our farms, air, and water healthy, and offer unparalleled diversity of fresh, nutritious foods. The Farmers Market Coalition recognizes the valuable contributions of Chewelah Farmers Market in creating a sustainable market in a small town, supporting the economy and rural preservation. Chewelah Farmers Market is a testament to the herculean accomplishments of volunteers all over the country dedicating their time to make farmers markets succeed in serving farmers, consumers, and communities. Chewelah Farmers Market volunteers and community members should be very proud of their efforts to support their farmers. By raising funds to help a farmer that needed surgery in 2010, that farmer is still a regular provider at the Chewelah Farmers Market.
Congratulations, Nils, on your leadership in making farmers markets an outstanding vehicle for positive social and economic change.
Sincerely,

Stacy Miller, Executive Director Farmers Market Coalition

P O Box 504

Charlottesville, VA 22902

info@farmersmarketcoalition.org

www.farmersmarketcoalition.org

434-984-0175 877-362-0553

This year, the Farmers Market Coalition is celebrating the 12th Annual National Farmers Market Week (August 7th_13th) by recognizing markets nationwide that have made notable accomplishments based on specific themes throughout that week:
· Sunday, August 7th
Farmers markets and community education: innovative partnerships that allow market to serve as hubs of information.
· Monday, August 8th
Farmers markets and public health: promoting good nutrition and healthy habits
· Tuesday, August 9th
Farmers markets as economic engines: business incubation, job development, and local spending
· Wednesday, August 10th
Farmers at the center of the system: governance and policies that put farmers first
· Thursday, August 11th
Farmers markets and food equity: improving access to healthy foods in underserved neighborhoods
•• Friday, August 12th
Farmers markets ana civic engagement: growing social capital and engaging volunteers •• Saturday, August 13th
Farmers markets and rural renewal: supporting agricultural diversity and farm viability, while inspiring a new generation of producers -
All farmers markets are worthy'of celebration, not only during National Farmers Market Week, but throughout the year. The following diverse mix of markets are being recognized during National Farmers Market Week 2011 for their innovation and demonstrated success in serving farmers, consumers, and communities:
Oregon City Farmers Market, OR Port Townsend Farmers Market, WA Morton Grove Farmers Market, IL Columbia Farmers Market, MO Easton Farmers' Market, PA Chewelah Farmers Market, WA
Hub City Farmers Market, Spartanburg, SC Fayetteville Farmers' Market, AR Skowhegan Farmers' Market, ME Lawrence Farmers Market, KS
Fulton Street, Grand Rapids, MI
Historic Lewes Farmers Market, DE

Stevens County Asset Building Coalition Meeting

Hello Everyone,
You are invited to the Stevens County Asset Building Coalition planning meeting. Saturday, October 9th from 9 am-12 pm at the Chewelah City Hall.
This group will become an umbrella organization for all Stevens County communities to stay connected and share best practices. We'd like to have at least 2 people from each Horizons group at this meeting to help us structure the coalition and help prioritize the Asset building activities we would like to focus on during this first year.
Some of the many types of asset building activities we can do are:
Free tax preparation service
Credit repair
Address the Nasty Nine predatory lending practices
Individual Development Accounts
Financial Education
First time home buyers programs
Transportation programs
Micro Enterprise organization
Bank On outreach campaign and more.
Please RSVP and call me if you have any questions.
Krisan LeHew
Horizon's Community Coach
Community Leadership to Reduce Poverty
Washington State University Extension
P.O. Box 401
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509)690-8400
(509)935-0578 (fax)
krisan@wsu.edu
www.horizons.wsu.edu
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

July 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News

Come to our new location Open House! July 14 from 3 to 6 pm, 986 S. Main, Colville, or stop by to see us any time at the west end of Southtown Plaza (between Curves and Rural Resources)

Food and Farm:
July 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30: Master Gardener Plant Clinic held Fridays from 1-3 pm at the Chewelah Farmers' Market held on the grounds of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, N 202 2nd St. W.

July 7, 14, 21, & 28: Master Gardener Plant Clinic held Wednesdays from 12 to 2 pm at the Colville Farmers' Market on the corner of 3rd and Oak, one block East of Main in Colville.

July 10, 17, 24, & 31: Master Gardener Plant Clinic held Saturdays from 9-11 am at the NE WA Farmers Market, corner of Astor and Main in Colville to answer your gardening questions.

4-H Youth Development Activities:
June 26 and 27: Don't forget this weekend is the Tri-Club Summer Classic Performance and Western Games Show at the Arden Arena. Both 4-H and Open classes. Sponsored by Haynickers, Summit Spirits, and Horse 'n Around 4-H Clubs.

June 27: Panorama 4-Paws is hosting a Fun Show for dogs, cats, and other small animals today at 9 am at the NE WA Fairgrounds.

July 22: The state-qualifying 4-H judging contest for cats, dogs, and rabbits is today at 6 pm at the NE WA Fairgrounds. Hosted by Panorama 4-Paws.

July 24 and 25: Save the date - there will be 4-H state-qualifying Performance and Equitation over Fences horse show this weekend in Chewelah at the Melody Riders Arena.

July 31: Panorama 4-Paws will also host a state-qualifying 4-H Dog and Cat Show. Show will include showmanship, type, obedience, and agility. So get your animals ready and be at the NE WA Fairgrounds at 9 am.

August 2: Today is the deadline for turning in Outstanding 4-H Leader Nominations. Your leader can't be recognized for all his or her hard work if you don't nominate them!

Just a reminder the State Qualifying Fashion Revue usually held in July will not be held this year. Instead we will hold the qualifier during the NE WA Fair.

Leaders, I know it's summer and you're busy but don't forget...all enrolled 4-H volunteers need to be inputting their volunteer hours at http://ext.wsu.edu/testVolunteer/logon.aspx. This is a requirement to be covered by WA State Dept. of L&I. It also helps us track the number of hours volunteers contribute to the program. Contact Shannon if you need your log in information.

For a complete calendar of events visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
WSU Stevens County Extension985 S. Elm Ste. A, Colville, WA 99114509-684-2588 509-684-9790 fax TDD 1-800-833-6388

Cooperating agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Stevens County. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with a disability requiring special accommodations while participating in the program may call WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588. If accommodation is not requested in advance, we cannot guarantee the availability of accommodation on site. Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation.

Salad Days Deja Vu!

The unusually chilly spring weather we had last Friday proved to be no problem for the 11 vendors that set up shop at the first Chewelah Farmers Market day of the year. 'Salad Days' lived up to its name, because there were plenty of tender, fresh greens and many other tasty early season vegetables. This Friday is our second installment of 'Salad Days', so be sure to visit the market between 11:30 am and 5:30 pm along the banks of Chewelah Creek at St. Paul Lutheran Church, N. 110 2nd St. W., and see what spring has to offer. If you didn't make it to the Market Cafe for lunch, you missed some great food. Chef Mary Ann will be whipping up delicious fare using local, organic ingredients whenever possible. Last week she had a steaming pot of luscious Cream of Nettle soup. The velvety soup had a flavor reminiscent of asparagus with a little artichoke. It was spectacular. Also on the menu was a Whole Wheat Quesadilla with Raw Milk White Cheddar Cheese and Spinach. Yum! For dessert you could choose between a Ginger-Pear Scone or a Homemade Granola Bar. Be sure and stop by the cafe this week and see what's fresh!
HOT OFF THE PRESSES!
Pick up your very own handy-dandy pocket-size brochure, now available at local businesses and at the market. There is all sorts of important information contained in this card, including the dates of all of our special market days. Now you won't have to wonder when the Cherry Berry Bonanza is, or heaven forbid, schedule an out of town meeting during Squash Bash and miss out on the Zucchini Regatta. The Farmers Market Management Team has a 'Big Meeting' scheduled for Tuesday, June 1 at 3:30 in the Fellowship Hall at St. Paul Lutheran Church. This meeting is open to anyone who might like to become a vendor, or maybe volunteer, or just has questions about the Chewelah Farmers Market.
You can find more information at our website, www.chewelahfarmersmarket.com. You can call the market at 509.936.4353, or shoot us an email here. We'll see you at the market!

June 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News

June 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news.
If the links below do not work try viewing this in HTML format or visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm

Visit us in our new office! During the transition, our office will be closed, but stop by any time after May 26. WSU Stevens County Extension office will be moving to 986 S. Main, at the west end of Southtown Plaza (next to Curves.) We will be co-locating with Tri County Economic Development District to create new opportunities for partnership while continuing to offer for our existing programs. We will invite you to an open house once we are settled and moved in.

Food and Farm:
June 5, 12, and 26: The Saturday WSU Master Gardener Plant Clinic is back for the season at the NE WA Farmers Market on the corner of Astor and Main in Colville from 9-11 a.m. Master Gardeners can answer your gardening questions and diagnose problems. Please bring samples!

June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30: The Wednesday WSU Master Gardener Plant Clinic is back for the season at the Colville Farmers’ Market starting at noon on the corner of 3rd and Oak, one block East of Main in Colville.
June 30: Gardening with Pat Evans. Bring you lunch and join Pat Evans, WSU Master Gardener at the Colville Library at noon to learn about gardening in containers and extended season gardening. This is part of the Free Brown Bag Lunch and Lecture Series through the Libraries of Stevens County.
4-H Youth Development Activities:
May 31: Today is the last day to enroll in 4-H or add projects to be eligible to show at the NE WA Fair.

June 7: Today is the early registration deadline for Step into your Future (4-H Teen Conference) held June 27-29. During Teen Conference you will live in a dorm, experience the WSU campus, meet new friends, and get some answers for YOUR future by participating in a wide variety of hands-on workshops and fun activities that explore educational activities, careers, and life skills. Open to teens in grades 8-12. You don't have to be in 4-H. Scholarships are available to help with expenses.

June 12: Join us at Camp Princess Pine for the annual 4-H Youth Fishing Derby on June 12 from 9 am to 1 pm. Camp Princess Pine is located on Lake Thomas. Youth 15 and under are invited for a day of fishing and fun!

June 12 and 13: Arden All Arounders 4-H club will sponsor a Showmanship and Western Games Clinic on June 12. The following day (June 13) they will host a state-qualifying Western Games Show. Both events will be held at the Arden Old Timers Arena. Entries must be postmarked by June 8.

June 17: The annual 4-H County Activity Day is set for today from 9 am - 1 pm in the Colville City Park. Judging contests, crafts, contests, and more.

June 26 and 27: Mark your calendars for this weekend and plan to attend the Tri-Club Summer Classic 4-H and Open Performance and Western Games Show at the Arden Arena. Haynickers, Summit Spirits, and Horse 'n Around are sponsoring the show. Entries are due by June 23.

June 27: Panorama 4-Paws will host Fun Show for dogs, cats, and other small animals today at 9 am at the NE WA Fairgrounds. Contact Jody Hoffman at 684.5977 for more information.

The State Qualifying Fashion Revue usually held in July will not be held this year. Instead we will hold the qualifier during the NE WA Fair.

Volunteer Hours: A reminder that all enrolled 4-H volunteers need to be inputting their volunteer hours at http://ext.wsu.edu/testVolunteer/logon.aspx. This is a requirement to be covered by WA State Dept. of L&I. It also helps us track the number of hours volunteers contribute to the program. Contact Shannon if you need your log in information.

For a complete calendar of events visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
WSU Stevens County Extension985 S. Elm Ste. A, Colville, WA 99114509-684-2588 509-684-9790 fax TDD 1-800-833-6388

Cooperating agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Stevens County. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with a disability requiring special accommodations while participating in the program may call WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588. If accommodation is not requested in advance, we cannot guarantee the availability of accommodation on site. Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation.

Time for Salad Days!

It's almost hard to believe, but Friday, May 21 marks the start of the third year for the growing Chewelah Farmers Market. The market will be back along the banks of Chewelah Creek on the lovely grounds of St. Paul Lutheran Church, N. 110 2nd St. W. from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. This Friday and next Friday, May 28, we will be celebrating the earliest of produce during Salad Days, our special pre-season market days. There will be plenty of tender greens, along with some other veggies that enjoy the cool weather of spring and like to get a jump start out in the garden. Among them are rhubarb, bok choy, spinach and chard. There will also be basil (that enjoyed the luxury of growing up in a toasty greenhouse), honey and various plant and berry starts. Be sure and stop by the Market Cafe where Chef Mary Ann will be whipping up lunch with what fresh, local produce the vendors have on hand. There will also be crafters and artisans displaying their unique wares. Stay tuned as the Chewelah Farmers Market works towards being able to accept EBT/SNAP transactions. And, new this year, the market will be WIC certified! Are you interested in becoming a vendor or volunteer at the market? We have a 'Big Meeting' scheduled for Tuesday, June 1 at 3:30 in the Fellowship Hall at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Everyone is invited to come get the latest information about what is in store this year at the Farmers Market and get any questions you may have answered. For more information, please call 509.936.4353 or visit our website, www.chewelahfarmersmarket.com.

May 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News

May 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to friends and family that might benefit from the information. If you do not wish to receive this e-mail newsletter please hit reply and ask to be removed from the list. We hope you enjoy the newsletter – Debra Kollock, County Extension Director

If the links below do not work try viewing this in HTML format or visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm

Office Moving Announcement! May 20. WSU Stevens County Extension office will be moving to 986 S. Main, at the west end of Southtown Plaza (next to Curves.) We will be co-locating with Tri County Economic Development District; we hope to create new opportunities for partnership while continuing to offer for our existing programs. More information will be sent as soon as we make the transition.

Food and Farm:
May 1: An opportunity to get your pressure canner tested will take place in Chewelah at Earth Day Fair creek side on the grounds of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, N 202 2nd St. W. from 10 am to 3 pm.

May 2: Horse Heritage Educational Program is sponsoring a Horse Showmanship Clinic today in Clayton (4648 Williams Valley Road) from 10 am - 2 pm. Cost is $15. Pre-register by calling 509.844.2556 or contact horseheritage@live.com.

May 8. The Master Gardener Plant Clinic opens for the season today. WSU Master Gardener volunteers will be available most Saturdays thru the summer from 9 - 11 am at the Saturday Farmers' Market on the corner of Astor and Main in Colville to answer your gardening and insect questions. Drop by with your questions and please bring samples!

Community and Economic Development:
May 5. Northeast Washington Trends Debut: Community Indicators Open house to show how you can access information and data about our county – all up to date, current and FREE on the Internet! 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm at the Community Colleges of Spokane, Colville Center Theater, 985 S. Elm

May 13. Your Big Idea Contest Kickoff and also introducing a new asset to the community: the Microenterprise Development Organization.
4:30-7:30 pm at the Community Colleges of Spokane, Colville Center Theater, 985 S. Elm. For more information contact Dana McDowell at 685-6125.


4-H Youth Development Activities:
May 1: 4-H Horse Certificates must be on file in the Extension office today if planning to compete for a spot on the State 4-H Horse Team.

May 1: The 3rd Annual Larry Porter Memorial Dairy Judging Contest will be held at Dunrenton Ranch in Deer Park today at 10 am. This is a state-qualifier. Lunch will be provided thanks to the Inland Northwest Dairy Wives, Darigold, and Deer Park Rosauers.

May 15-16: The Horse Heritage Educational Program will sponsor a performance horse state-qualifier this weekend at the Melody Riders Arena in Chewelah. Western, English, Jumping, and Dressage classes will be offered. Pre-entries must be postmarked by May 10.

May 31: Today is the last day to enroll in 4-H or add projects to be eligible to show at the NE WA Fair.

June 7: Today is the early registration deadline for Step into your Future (4-H Teen Conference) held June 27-29. During Teen Conference you will live in a dorm, experience the WSU campus, meet new friends, and get some answers for YOUR future by participating in a wide variety of hands-on workshops and fun activities that explore educational activities, careers, and life skills. Open to teens in grades 8-12. You don't have to be in 4-H.

There are still Japanese exchange students looking for a host family from mid-July to mid-August. Now's your chance for a great cultural experience. Click here to learn more about hosting a Japanese exchange student.

Check out the swine project page for a new fact sheet - Parasite Control in Show Pigs.

Visit our newest webpage for Community Service and Fundraising Opportunities for your 4-H club.

Volunteer Hours: A reminder that all enrolled 4-H volunteers need to be inputting their volunteer hours at http://ext.wsu.edu/testVolunteer/logon.aspx. This is a requirement to be covered by WA State Dept. of L&I. It also helps us track the number of hours volunteers contribute to the program. Contact Shannon if you need your log in information.

For a complete calendar of events visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
WSU Stevens County Extension985 S. Elm Ste. A, Colville, WA 99114509-684-2588 509-684-9790 fax TDD 1-800-833-6388

Cooperating agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Stevens County. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with a disability requiring special accommodations while participating in the program may call WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588. If accommodation is not requested in advance, we cannot guarantee the availability of accommodation on site. Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation.

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Ag & Farm Show

Don’t miss the Ag & Farm Show

Saturday, April 3; 9 am - 4 pm
Northeast Washington Ag and Trade Center
317 W. Astor, Colville, WA 99114

Over 30 booths of local businesses, agencies, and organizations!

Education with experts about your farming efforts – take a look at the flyer or visit the website for more information: http://stevens.wsu.edu/Agriculture/agfirst.htm:
9:30 to 10:20 – Tune Up Your Direct Marketing Strategies
10:30 to 11:20 – Learn about How to Use the Mobile Poultry Processing Unit and Livestock Slaughter Unit
11:30 to 12:20 – How to Protect & Transfer a Water Right
12:30 to 1:20 – Soil Sampling and Lab Result Interpretation for Hay and Pasture Land
1:30 to 2:20 – Range Law
2:30 to 3:20 – Basic Animal Health Issues

Two pesticide recertification opportunities:
11:30 to 12:30 – Integrated Weed Management, (1 pesticide credit)
12:30 to 1:30 – Pesticide Decontamination DVD, (1 pesticide credit)

Feel free to distribute widely to your friends, families, and colleagues!

Debra Kollock, Director
WSU Stevens County Extension
985 S. Elm, Suite A
Colville, WA 99114
Phone: (509) 684-2588
Fax: (509) 684-9790
http://stevens.wsu.edu

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

April 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News

April 2010 WSU Stevens County Extension News, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to friends and family that might benefit from the information. If you do not wish to receive this e-mail newsletter please hit reply and ask to be removed from the list. We hope you enjoy the newsletter – Debra Kollock, County Extension Director

If the links below do not work try viewing this in HTML format or visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm

Community Development:COMING UP SOON, register now! April 2: Grantwriting and Fundraising Workshop: Finding Funding When Money Seems Scarce. A free workshop for all non-profits and community groups (this is not a workshop on finding money for private, for-profit business ideas.) 8 am to 4:30 pm at the Chewelah Peak Learning Center, 3215 Flowery Trail, Chewelah, WA

Farm, Garden and Field:COMING UP SOON, register now! March 27: Sowing Seeds for Supper is designed to offer something for every gardener. Sixteen classes will be offered. Each class is fifty-five minutes. Topics range from beginning gardening to preserving the harvest. Each participant will be able to attend four of the classes offered. Registration fee is $15.

April 3: Farm and Ag Show at the Northeast Washington Fair Grounds. 9 am to 4 pm. Visit booths of local businesses, agencies, and organizations. There will be educational workshops on water rights, animal health, soil test analysis, poultry and livestock processing and more! Pesticide license holders can earn 2 WSDA credits.

April 7: “The Basics” on Weeds in Ferry County Including Tour. This free workshop will give you the skills to identify and control noxious weeds in Ferry County. Sponsored by the WSU Ferry County Extension and the Malo Grange. 1 to 4 pm at the Malo Grange, 17531 Hwy. 21 North, Malo, WA. Pesticide license holders will earn 3 WSDA credits.

April 13, 14 or 15. Hands on Weed Control Calibration. Learn how to understanding the label, safety & principles of calibration, what you need to know from practice labels, and what records you need to keep if you spray over one acre per year with any pesticide or if you use a restricted-use pesticide. 3-4 WSDA Recertification Credits available for pesticide license holders. Sponsored by WSU Ferry Extension. Visit their site for more information: ferry.wsu.edu.

April 23: Bio Energy Day 2010 will feature topics such as Biodiesel Production, Canola Production, Forest Biomass Utilization, and Selling Carbon Credits. 9 am - 1 pm at the CCT Energy Department Headquarters in Okanogan, WA. Sponsored by the WSU Ferry County Extension.

April 24: Understanding Carbon Markets for Farmers, Ranchers, and Forest Owners Workshop. This workshop will give landowners and managers an opportunity to learn about the realities of emerging carbon markets, how carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions relate to your property, and hear from a landowner with real world experience marketing and selling carbon credits. Co-sponsored by WSU Ferry County Extension and Ferry County Commissioners 10 am to 3:30 pm at the Malo Grange, 17531 Hwy. 21 North, Malo, WA

4-H Youth Development:April 7 and 14: Public Presentations: The final two area 4-H Public Presentation contests will be held in April. The first is set for April 7 at 4 pm at Gess Elementary in Chewelah. The second will be at the Extension office in Colville on April 14 at 3:30 pm. 4-H members are encouraged to give a presentation at one of the area contests. All youth earning blue ribbons at area contests are invited to attend the County Finals Contest on April 20 at 4 pm at Gess Elementary. Blue ribbon winners at the county contest will represent Stevens County at the State 4-H Fair this September.

April 16-18: Youth ages 8-18 are invited to Cougar Youth Weekend to learn more about the dairy industry and showing dairy animals (goat and cow). Event held on the WSU Pullman campus. Contact gabby_eddings@hotmail.com for information.

April 17: The second I Make Difference Leadership Conference for volunteers and educators who work with youth is today at Pinelow Park Conference Center in Loon Lake from 8 am to 3 pm. Current and timely topics for working with youth today include teaching children with dyslexia to read, connecting with community, discovering your personal strengths and more. Information and registration forms available at the Extension office or at the website above.

May 1: 4-H Horse Certificates are due to the Extension office today. Certificates must be on file today if planning to compete for a spot on the State 4-H Horse Team.

May 1: The Larry Porter Memorial Dairy Judging Contest will be held today at 10 am in Deer Park. This a state-qualifying event for 4-H members.


For a complete calendar of events visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
WSU Stevens County Extension985 S. Elm Ste. A, Colville, WA 99114509-684-2588 509-684-9790 fax TDD 1-800-833-6388
Cooperating agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Stevens County. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with a disability requiring special accommodations while participating in the program may call WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588. If accommodation is not requested in advance, we cannot guarantee the availability of accommodation on site. Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation.

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March WSU Stevens County Extension News

Master Gardeners & Agriculture
March 11: Growing Wine Grapes in Stevens County is a two-part class to show landowners and gardeners how to successfully grow and harvest grapes. Registration fee is $20.

March 27: Sowing Seeds for Supper is designed to offer something for every gardener. Sixteen classes will be offered. Each class is fifty-five minutes. Topics range from beginning gardening to preserving the harvest. Each participant will be able to attend four of the classes offered. Registration fee is $15.

Forestry
March 17: 19th Annual Loggers Workshop, Colville Ag Trade Center, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Topics such as New Era Chainsaw Engines, Understanding the New CDL Training Requirements, Funding your CDL Education, Washington DNR Regulations Update, and more! Includes a Forest Insects and Disease: Identification and Management Field Tour but space is limited and will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis. Don't delay by registering now. The $15 registration fee includes lunch. (8 MLP credits)

Community and Economic Development
March 5: Regional Tourism Workshop. 9 am to 4:30 pm with registration and resource fair from 8-9 held at the Chewelah Civic Center 301 E. Clay St. Please RSVP with Krisan LeHew at (509) 690-8400 or krisan@wsu.edu lunch will be provided. Learn about the current trends of tour”isms” and how to develop a tourism mindset.

March 17: Successful Export Strategies. Are you interested in becoming an exporter? Do you need new ways to find new buyers? The Tri County Economic Development District and the Export Finance Assistance Center invite you to attend a seminar designed for new-to-export companies and experienced exporters. Please register with Staci Hanlin at (509) 684-4571. Registration fee is $15, lunch included.

Save the date, April 2: Grantwriting and Fundraising Workshop: Finding Funding When Money Seems Scarce. All Non-profits and Community Groups are welcome to attend!

4-H Youth Development
March 13-14: Youth ages 12-15 are invited to participate in the first ever Youth Leadership Summit - Extreme Edition this weekend in Cle Elum, WA. Develop leadership skills including: goal setting, meeting facilitation, communication, planning and leading activities, youth/adult partnerships, cultural awareness, time management and public speaking/improv. $40 registration due by March 10. Registration information available at the Extension office or at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/upcomingevents.htm.

March 14: The first area 4-H Public Presentation Contest is set for today at 1 pm at Evergreen School. 4-H members are encouraged to give a presentation at one of the area contests. Other area contests are scheduled for Chewelah on April 7 and Colville on April 14.

March 30: 4-H New Leader Training will be held today at the Extension office from 6-9 pm. Anyone interested in becoming a 4-H leader is invited to attend to learn more about 4-H. New leaders are required to attend training and experienced leaders are encouraged to attend as a refresher course.

Save the date – because it’s changed! April 17: The second I Make Difference Leadership Conference for volunteers and educators who work with youth is today at Pinelow Park Conference Center in Loon Lake from 8 am to 3 pm. Current and timely topics for working with youth today include teaching children with dyslexia to read, connecting with community, discovering your personal strengths and more. Information and registration forms available at the Extension office or at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/upcomingevents.htm.


For a complete calendar of events visit: http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
WSU Stevens County Extension985 S. Elm Ste. A, Colville, WA 99114509-684-2588 509-684-9790 fax TDD 1-800-833-6388
Cooperating agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Stevens County. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with a disability requiring special accommodations while participating in the program may call WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588. If accommodation is not requested in advance, we cannot guarantee the availability of accommodation on site. Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation.

Chewelah Farmers Market News

What amazing weather we have been having. There have been sightings of daffodils, daylilies and other bulbs already poking through the soil, all ready for an early spring. It is time to start seeds indoors, if you are so inclined, signaling the start of months of nurturing and anticipation. We may have a happy surprise during the Chewelah Farmers Market special pre-season Salad Days, Friday, May 21 and Friday, May 28. And that surprise is more produce available than we would typically have that time of the year. Keep thinking sunny thoughts!
Plan on attending the next Chewelah Farmers Market Big Meeting on Tuesday, March 16th from 3:30-6:00. It is important that we hear from growers, vendors and consumers to hear thoughts and ideas that will help us make the Chewelah Farmers Market benefit as many people as possible. We will also be treated to a presentation on drip irrigation by Dee Acheson, owner of Front Porch produce.
And don’t forget the Farmers Market ‘Fresh Start’ Grand Opening on Friday June 4th. There will be lots of fun and activities, including the Giant Pumpkin Seed Give-Away. Try your hand a growing a whopper and bring it the Harvest Festival in October to see if your pumpkin reigns supreme.
For more information , please visit www.chewelahfarmersmarket.com reply to this email or call Market Manager Gary McNiel at 509.690.7731

Women’s Health Forum Set for February 25

Women’s Health Forum Set for February 25

The Colville Branch, American Association of University Women (AAUW), and Colville Horizons will sponsor a Women’s Health Forum, Thursday, February 25, at 6:00 pm at the Institute for Extended Learning’s Rendezvous Theater, 985. S. Elm, Colville. This free biannual event is open to the public, and both men and women are invited to attend.

According to Sandy Moore, PhD, President, Colville Branch, AAUW, this year’s Forum will feature a panel of local physicians who will address current women’s health issues. Slated panelists and their topics include Jenna Collins, D.O., on bio-identical hormones, Leslie Waters, M.D., on the controversy surrounding timing and frequency of women’s screening examinations, and Gary Baldwin, M.D., on gynecological issues. Panelists will make brief presentations and then answer questions submitted by the audience.

“Colville Horizons is delighted to partner with AAUW in presenting this exciting and informative event,” said Sue Poe, CFP, Horizons chair. “Our organization is committed to combating poverty and we believe that prosperity begins with good health for all.”
Krisan LeHew
Horizon's Community Coach
Community Leadership to Reduce Poverty
Washington State University Extension
P.O. Box 401
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509)690-8400
(509)935-0578 (fax)
krisan@wsu.edu
www.horizons.wsu.edu

I Make a Difference Leadership Conference

I Make a DifferenceLeadership Conference...for volunteers and educators who work with kids.

March 6, 2010 from 8:15 am to 3 pm
Pinelow Park Conference Center
3908 N. Deer Lake Road, Loon Lake, WA

If you work with youth then this conference is designed for you. Learn skills that you can put to work today as you teach youth to be successful in life.

Topics for the day:
A Blue Ribbon Project or a Blue Ribbon Child by Ann Hennings, WSU 4-H Educator
True Colors: Discovering Your Personal Strengths with Bridget Rohner, WSU Extension Educator
How do You Know You are Making a Difference by Dr. Gary Varrella, WSU Extension Educator
Teaching Dyslexic Children to Read by Suellen Bierce, home school educator, librarian and 4-H leader
Connecting with Community by Dave Gammon, Athletic Director and Life Science teach at Northwood Middle School in Mead
Early registration is $35 due by March 1. Registration fee is $40 after March 1. Breakfast and lunch included. Clock hours available for teachers.
Registration forms available at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/makeadifference.htm
Thanks,
Shannon Gordon-Rowley
WSU Stevens County Extension
4-H and Food $ense Program
985 S. Elm Ste. A
Colville, WA 99114
509-684-2588
509-684-9790 fax
sgordon@wsu.edu

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

Celebration in Moses Lake

Adgenda

Friday, March 19
3:00 p.m. Registration Opens
4:00-6:00 p.m. Early-bird Workshops (must pre-register):
• Putting the “e” in CommunitE
• Youth/Adult Partnerships—story of Big Quil Enterprises
• Pacific Northwest Futures Game
6:15-8:00 p.m. Dinner and Keynote Speaker—Mario Villanueva, Washington
State USDA Rural Development Director
8:00-9:00 p.m. Horizons Community Recognition/Presentations
9:00-10:30 p.m. Music and dancing; movies and social networking
Saturday, March 20
8:30-9:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker
9:00-10:00 a.m. Workshops
10:00-10:30 a.m. Break—snacks and resource fair throughout lobby
10:30-11:30 a.m. Workshops
Noon Lunch
1:00-2:30 p.m. Workshops
2:30-3:00 p.m. Break-snacks and resource fair throughout lobby
3:00-4:30 p.m. Workshops
4:30 p.m. Adjourn—sack dinner available for your trip home
Location

WSU Extension Horizons Program is pleased to present the “Rural Reflections Summit: Building a Stronger
Washington.” Please join us as we gather to learn, share and celebrate Rural Washington. This two-day conference
will be packed with workshops focused around:
Asset Development track designed to broaden your knowledge of and information about creative ways to help
neighbors grow new and keep existing financial assets, including starting new local businesses.
Community Leadership/Capacity Building track designed to deepen your ability to manage nonprofits,
develop new partners, successfully recruit volunteers, measure success, communicate with others, and diversify
your leadership base.
Public Policy track designed to expand awareness and role in helping educate neighbors, town council members,
legislators and other key community partners on the consequences of policy, program and financial changes
at the local, state and federal levels.
Expand your horizon on what’s possible in reducing poverty; eat great food; strengthen friendships; expand partnerships;
dance and sing; gain new knowledge and renewed inspiration; shop our mall of resources exhibitors; engage
with exciting speakers; celebrate your successes; feel empowered; and become energized!
How Do I Register? https://ocrs.wsu.edu/Signup/?eventid=592
Horizons Community Members, WSU Staff, Presenters, and Resource Fair Exhibitors will be registered
through their Community Coach or Horizons Staff.
Cost: $150 (includes Friday and Saturday workshops and program, meals and all registration materials). Travel
and lodging not included. Rooms have been blocked at a special conference rate: Ramada 509.766.1000; Comfort
Suites 509.765.3731; Holiday Inn Express 509.766.2000; Inn at Moses Lake 509.766.7000. Please identify yourself
as a conference attendee to receive the special rate.
Note: Horizons Community Members-please register through your Community Coach.
More Information:
509.725.4171 Ronda Gollehon gollehon@wsu.edu or JoEllen Wollman jwollman@wsu.edu
http://horizons.wsu.edu/project/horizons3/ruralreflections.html

Workshops

Track 1: Asset Building Track 2: Community Leadership/
Capacity
Track 3: Public Policy
4:00-6:00 p.m. Putting the “e” in CommunitE Youth/Adult Partnerships—the Big Quil
Enterprises Story
Pacific Northwest Futures Game
Saturday:
9:00-10:00 a.m. Developing Tourism in Rural
Communities
Board Basics for Beginners RuFES Team Gatherings
Youth Entrepreneurship Communicate, Communicate,
Communicate
State Legislation & Advocacy
Innovations with Housing Youth/Adult Partnerships— the Big Quil
Enterprises Story
10:30-11:30 a.m. Grant Research Basics Using
GrantStation
Basics of Rural Broadband & Funding Fundamentals of Foundations Panel
Innovations with Transportation Community-Based Experiential
Education
Working with Latino Communities
Asset Building 101 Strengthening Program Partnerships Non-Profit Fundraising Basics
1:00-2:30 p.m. Marketing & Promotional Strategies for
Rural Tourism
Census Data for Community Research Partnering with School Districts Panel
Stevens County “E” & Youth Biz Plans Bridging Across Generations State Legislation & Advocacy
Organizing Financial Education
Trainings
Board Basics for Beginners Partnering with Local Legislative Bodies
3:00-4:30 p.m. What’s Your Entrepreneurial Type? Community Indicators of Success Local Elected Officials Panel
Your Passport to Prosperity Social Media Marketing Non-Profit Fundraising Basics
MAPPing Your “e” Future! Working with Your “ADO”
Friday: Must pre-register for Friday workshops
Workshops
Detailed agenda available soon http://horizons.wsu.edu/project/horizons3/ruralreflections.html

Rural Reflections Summit:Building a Stronger Washington

Horizons 1, Horizons 2, Horizons 3 and Beyond…
Rural Reflections Summit: Building a Stronger Washington
March 19-20, 2010
Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake

Friday, March 19:
Registration Opens: 3:00 p.m.
In-depth Workshops (optional early bird workshops): 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Program and Banquet: 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 20:
Program/Workshops: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (detailed agenda will follow)

Rural Conference Overview:
1. Highlight successes and progress made by each H1, H2 and H3 community
2. Workshops will focus on:
· Networking and sharing lessons learned by Horizons and RuFES (Rural Family Economic Success) teams
· Financial Asset and Wealth Building
· Leadership and Strengthening Our Community’s Capacity
· Public Policy Education
· Tourism and more…
3. Finding your “rural voice.”

HORIZONS COMMUNITIES (H1, H2 AND H3):
The Horizons grant will pay for the following:
· Up to 6 people (youth and adult) from each community to attend. Additional people are welcome to attend at their own expense.
· Gas cards for up to 2 cars to travel to the conference. Please carpool with neighboring Horizons communities. Other vehicles traveling to the conference will be at their own expense.
· 2 hotel rooms per community for Friday evening only. Shared rooms only. (Please combine with neighboring Horizons communities, if possible). We are trying to stretch the dollars as far as possible. Additional hotel rooms are blocked and are available at own expense.

Reflect and Rave……..this is your time to brag!
Each Horizons community is asked to provide:
· Table top display highlighting Horizons successes (to be set up Friday afternoon prior to banquet).
· 150 business card sized papers (2” x 3 ½”) with community contact information. Who would someone contact if they had a question about a particular project that was done in your community??
· By February 19th - Three (3) photos with a brief explanation of the activity along with impact information. For each photo, please answer one of the following: how did it increase leadership capacity? how did it reduce poverty? or how did it aid in creating a thriving community? These will be used for a combined Horizons PowerPoint presentation. Photos and impacts may be emailed or mailed to: Ronda Gollehon gollehon@wsu.edu or JoEllen Wollman jwollman@wsu.edu WSU Extension Horizons, P.O. Box 399, Davenport, WA 99122. All photos will be returned.


WA RuFES COMMUNITIES:
The Horizons grant will pay for the following:
· Up to 2 people from each Horizons RuFES team to attend. Additional people are welcome to attend at own expense.
· Gas cards for 1 car (if carpooling) to travel to the conference. Other vehicles traveling to the conference will be at own expense.
· 1 hotel room for Friday evening only. (Please remember you can share with the Horizons team that will be attending from your community). Additional hotel rooms are blocked and are available at own expense.
If you are a WA Horizons/RuFES Community: you could send up to 8 people, have 3 hotel rooms and up to 3 vehicles traveling to the conference.

HOW DO I REGISTER?
Each community leadership team is asked to please work with your Horizons Community Coach to enroll for the conference.

Please invite others to attend – this conference is open to all.

This training has been made possible through funding from the Northwest Area Foundation – Horizons Program and partnership with the WA State Department of Commerce.

February WSU Stevens County Extension Newsletter

February WSU Stevens County Extension, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to friends and family that might benefit from the information. If you do not wish to receive this e-mail newsletter please hit reply and ask to be removed from the list. We hope you enjoy the newsletter. Debra Kollock, County Extension Director.
If the links do not work try viewing this in HTML format or visit http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
Agriculture Events
February 6: GET LEGAL! Learn the latest Washington State requirements on CDL's, DOT numbers, securing farm loads, transporting farm equipment, moving wide loads, truck and trailer safety retro-fitting, and more.

4-H Events

Looking for a fun way to spend part of the summer, meet new people, and have a great cultural experience? Then how about hosting a Japanese exchange student from mid-July to mid-August. Recruiting is underway now.

February 6: 4-H Sensational Saturday is today from 9 am to 3 pm at the Community College in Colville. This is a day of hands-on workshops to learn more about 4-H projects. Open to all youth grades K-12. You don't have to be in 4-H.

February 10: 4-H Leaders' Council will meet at 5:30 at the Extension office. Horse Program Meeting to follow at 7 pm. All 4-H leaders and teen leaders are encouraged to attend and help plan and guide 4-H in Stevens County.

February 13-16: Four Stevens County 4-H teens and their chaperone will be in Olympia this weekend at the Know Your Government Conference. They have been preparing for the last two months. This year's theme Lobbying for Change gave them the chance to learn to write a bill, which they will present at the conference and try to have it passed into law.

March 1: 4-H Scholarships must be post marked today. Applicants must be seniors in high school or completing a GED and have at least two years of 4-H experience. Scholarships may be used at any institution offering post-secondary education.

March 13 -14: If you are between 12-15 years old this event is for you - Youth Leadership Summit Extreme Edition! This is a great leadership training for middle schoolers and includes goal setting, communication, public speaking, facilitating meetings, and lots more

Master Gardener EventSave the date! March 27: For our Second Annual Sowing Seed for Supper, designed to offer something for every gardener. Sixteen classes will be offered. Each class is fifty-five minutes. Topics range from beginning gardening to preserving the harvest. Each participant will be able to attend four of the classes offered. Registration fee is $15.

Community Development

Save the date! March 5: All day Regional Tourism Summit in Chewelah.

Save the date! March 17: All day business exporting workshop in partnership with Tri County Economic Development District.

Debra Kollock, Director
WSU Stevens County Extension
985 S. Elm, Suite A
Colville, WA 99114
Phone: (509) 684-2588
Fax: (509) 684-9790
http://stevens.wsu.edu

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

Chewelah Farmers Market Almanac

Hi All,
Chewelah Farmers Market Almanac
January 22, 2010

Our gardens may be taking a little break for winter, but the Chewelah Farmers Market Management Team is hard at work to bring our third season of the market to Chewelah. The Farmers Market will once again happen Fridays from 11:30- 5:30 along the banks of Chewelah Creek at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. And, the innovative Consignment Table will be available for all to take advantage of. The management team is currently working on being able to provide an ATM machine at the market that will not only take debit and credit cards, but accept WIC, SNAP and Senior coupons. It is the primary mission of the Chewelah Farmers Market to make fresh, local food available to everyone.
Got seeds? Everyone is invited to attend our Seed Exchange/ Garden Talk/ Potluck on Thursday, February 11th at 4:30 in the Fellowship Hall at St. Paul’s. You can swap/sell seeds, chat about the glories of compost and eat something good.
Plan on attending our next Big Meeting about the Farmers Market, on Tuesday, March 16th from 3:30-6:00. It is important that we hear from as many growers, vendors and consumers as possible to get your thoughts and ideas that will help us make Chewelah Farmers Market benefit as many people as possible. We will also be treated to a presentation on drip irrigation by Dee Acheson, owner of Front Porch produce.
Mark your calendar for ‘Salad Days,’ May 21 & 28, two special pre-season market days that will feature primarily the earliest of crops, greens. You will also find vegetable and flower starts. Our official kick-off to the market season will be our ‘Fresh Start’ Grand Opening on Friday, June 5th. Be sure and stop by and pick up your FREE Giant Pumpkin seeds and market schedule. Take those seeds home and plant them, and then bring your biggest pumpkin to our Harvest Festival in October. If yours tips the scales as the heaviest, you’ll win!
We have many special market days planned this season (who could forget the inaugural running of the Zucchini Regatta?) and there is guaranteed to be something for everyone. Do you enjoy spending a lovely day by the creek chatting with folks? Volunteer a little time at the Farmers Market! We are just a group of volunteers ourselves, and we would welcome anyone giving of their time and expertise to help make our market great.
Check out our website, www.chewelahfarmersmarket.com for more information. If you would like to receive information on becoming a vendor, contact Shelly at 935-8911 or email whoabgflla@gotsky.com.

February WSU Stevens County Extension Newsletter

February WSU Stevens County Extension, a monthly newsletter with Extension event and program news. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to friends and family that might benefit from the information. If you do not wish to receive this e-mail newsletter please hit reply and ask to be removed from the list. We hope you enjoy the newsletter. Debra Kollock, County Extension Director.
If the links do not work try viewing this in HTML format or visit http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm
Agriculture Events
February 6: GET LEGAL! Learn the latest Washington State requirements on CDL's, DOT numbers, securing farm loads, transporting farm equipment, moving wide loads, truck and trailer safety retro-fitting, and more.

4-H Events

Looking for a fun way to spend part of the summer, meet new people, and have a great cultural experience? Then how about hosting a Japanese exchange student from mid-July to mid-August. Recruiting is underway now.

February 6: 4-H Sensational Saturday is today from 9 am to 3 pm at the Community College in Colville. This is a day of hands-on workshops to learn more about 4-H projects. Open to all youth grades K-12. You don't have to be in 4-H.

February 10: 4-H Leaders' Council will meet at 5:30 at the Extension office. Horse Program Meeting to follow at 7 pm. All 4-H leaders and teen leaders are encouraged to attend and help plan and guide 4-H in Stevens County.

February 13-16: Four Stevens County 4-H teens and their chaperone will be in Olympia this weekend at the Know Your Government Conference. They have been preparing for the last two months. This year's theme Lobbying for Change gave them the chance to learn to write a bill, which they will present at the conference and try to have it passed into law.

March 1: 4-H Scholarships must be post marked today. Applicants must be seniors in high school or completing a GED and have at least two years of 4-H experience. Scholarships may be used at any institution offering post-secondary education.

March 13 -14: If you are between 12-15 years old this event is for you - Youth Leadership Summit Extreme Edition! This is a great leadership training for middle schoolers and includes goal setting, communication, public speaking, facilitating meetings, and lots more

Master Gardener EventSave the date! March 27: For our Second Annual Sowing Seed for Supper, designed to offer something for every gardener. Sixteen classes will be offered. Each class is fifty-five minutes. Topics range from beginning gardening to preserving the harvest. Each participant will be able to attend four of the classes offered. Registration fee is $15.

Community Development

Save the date! March 5: All day Regional Tourism Summit in Chewelah.

Save the date! March 17: All day business exporting workshop in partnership with Tri County Economic Development District.

Debra Kollock, Director
WSU Stevens County Extension
985 S. Elm, Suite A
Colville, WA 99114
Phone: (509) 684-2588
Fax: (509) 684-9790
http://stevens.wsu.edu

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.