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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-01-29, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, January 29, 2014 Huron County Junior Farmers Taking a look at a the year in review The Huron County Junior Farmers have been very busy. Samantha Klaver For the Expositor Back in December, the club worked diligently to get the affiliation book for 2013 done. The final result was an impressive report of what the club accomplished in 2013. January of last year was a busy month with the annual general meeting and the club also held a new member evening at the Molesworth Bowling Alley on Jan. 25. The club also worked hard on creating a scrapbook of our previous year, for others to enjoy in the future. Just as Junior Farmers has always been a known as a "rural matchmaker," the Huron club saw member Rachel Haney marry Haldi- mand Norfolk member Mark Vaarkamp. The first provincial event of 2013 was the Winter Games on Feb. 16, hosted by the Renfrew County Junior Farmers and held in Pem- broke. The event was a lot of fun for all that attended, including several new mem- bers. The club also held a social afternoon Feb. 18 at Cobble Hills in St. Mary's, where we went tubing. Through the winter months, the club has also been working on the Huron County Junior Farmers Club constitution. In February, a team traveled to North Simcoe, to compete in the second annual bonspiel, held in Elmvale, by the North Sim- coe club. Huron County did very well, coming out on top as the day's overall winner. March is always an excit- ing time of year. Many mem- bers made it to the March conference, which was held in London. It was an awe- some moment for the club when we were announced Overall Club of the Year 2012. The club also saw member Wade Doelman win New Member of the Year. The club also picked up sev- eral communication awards. The theme for the year was, "Just Say Yes!" April saw the club assist- ing the Seaforth Agricultural Society clean up the fallen show barn. That day was full of laughs and crazy weather. The club also assisted with the Breath of Spring, hosted by the Homecraft division of the Seaforth Agricultural Society and the Lung Asso- ciation, which is always a favourite. The club also had a wing night and a T-shirt design evening to sport a new shirt at our events. A few members also attended the spring provincial directors training and meeting held in Haldimand-Norfolk. We were also proud supporters of the Agriculture and Water Festival that continues to impress members each year. The spring saw the club participating in events hosted by other clubs nearby. It was a great opportunity to learn some new ideas and activities to use in our club. This included a hockey tour- nament, and a car rally, just to name a few. The summer is always busy, but always a favourite time for the club. This year, 1 in 25 carries the cystic fibrosis gene. we hosted our very first base- ball tournament. It was a complete success and the weather cooperated with us. It was held in Kirkton. We also sold a lot of ice cream at the Dungannon Tractor pull, as the weather worked in our favour once again. Members helped the Central Huron Agricultural Society with their demolition derby, which did not see the most favourable weather. Our President, Samantha Klaver spoke on our behalf at the Ambassador competition as well, where she decorated a cake that was auctioned off. The proceeds went to the Central Huron fair. July went by quickly, as we hosted a poker rally in Sea - forth for Canada Day that went over really well. Some people won some really great prizes. We also had another fun -filled, exciting time at the North Simcoe annual baseball tournament near Wasaga Beach that saw two members get engaged at the start of our first game. Con- gratulations to Ben Beirnes and Lisa Nethercott. As always, we assisted with the Huron County 4-H Associa- tion's Go For the Gold competition. August saw the club host six exchange delegates from all over the world. The club enjoyed showing them what Huron has to offer including the Exeter Rodeo, Goderich beaches, Cowboy Loft and everyday farm life. Members also enjoyed celebrating member David Haney's mar- riage to Jen Scott. September always gets the club back into the swing of things. The club assisted the Seaforth Agricultural Society with their Fall Fair, which was very successful once again. The club also spon- sored member Danilca Klaver Are you the on f" To learn more and support cystic fibrosis research, visit LYSLI cysticfibrosis.ca 41")Cana in the Ambassador Competi- tion, in which she was suc- cessful in being chosen as the 2013-2014 Seaforth Fall Fair Ambassador, congratulations. Huron County has also been working with the Blue - water Heritage Committee and the South Huron Herit- age Committee to promote Century Farm Sign applica- tions, resulting in over a dozen signs being applied for and received. If your farm has been in the family for over 100 years, contact us, we'd love to help you get the recognition you and your farm deserve. We also took part in mak- ing suggestions for the Huron County Cultural Plan. We enjoyed giving our input from the young peoples' per- spective, as well as learning things about our own county we had no idea existed. We spent a huge amount of time preparing for Sing Swing, which is a provincial event showcasing dancing, singing and home craft events and classes. Huron hosted Swing Sing 2013 in November, on a weekend that just had to show our lovely winter weather. We were very excited to be hosting the province once again. The last time we hosted the province was April 2012, for the spring provincial directors training and meeting. Despite the weather, we saw tables and tables of home craft entries, as well as numerous entries showcasing enthusiasm towards our theme, "Battle the Elements!' We battled the cold weather as we entered a float in the Seaforth and Clinton Santa Claus Parades. We fin- ished 2013 off with our Annual Christmas party. It was a lot of fun and a great way to start off the Christmas Have an opinion? season. In the Christmas spirit, we made a donation to the Huron County Christmas Bureau. To start 2014 off, we held our annual general meeting, at member Samantha Klav- er's home. The 2014 Huron County Junior Farmers exec- utive is as follows: President, Julie Nethercott; Past Presi- dent, Samantha Klaver; Vice - President, Jacquelyn Den- ham; Secretary, Samantha Klaver; Treasurer, Kayla Bishop; Provincial Director, Becky Aikens; Agricultural Representative, Erica Mur- ray; Social Committee Rep- resentative, Lisa Nethercott. Huron looks forward to continue working on the Century Farm Sign project, hosting another baseball tournament and participat- ing in the Winter Games in Waterloo region on Feb. 1. Members will also be look- ing forward to March Con- ference to be held in Corn- wall at the end of March. Huron County has a rich history with Junior Farmers. The first club in Huron County dates back to 1920, in Exeter. The Huron County club is a part of the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario (JFAO) which pro- vides opportunities for young people age 15-29 of all backgrounds, but especially those in rural Ontario. Mem- bers take on the challenge of exploring their individual talents and potential to develop personally, while being involved in bettering their communities, network- ing, and having fun. JFAO's mission is "To Build Future Rural Leaders Through Self - Help and Community Betterment." For more information on the Huron County Junior Farmers, visit http://huronjf. webs.com. The Huron Expositor welcomes letters to the editor. They must be signed and accompanied by a phone number for information clarification. It is important to note, letters will not be able to be printed without the author's name attached. All letters are subject to editing due to possible space restriction. Letters can be dropped off at the office, mailed or emailed: The Huron Expositor P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ont. NOK seaforth.news@sunmedia.ca t "Mr ,l'i'1 611 .r. 0 .-1 e _.. You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS CHURCH ST. JAMES ROMAN 21Jarvis St. Seaforth CATHOLIC CHURCH Rector The Rev. Karine Farmer WELCOMES YOU Rectory 519-482-9071 14 Victoria Street, Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 519-345-2972 Sunday February 2nd Sat. Mass 5 p.m. Worship at 9:30 a.m. Sun. Mass 9 a.m. Everyone Welcome ACW meets ST. PATRICK'S, DUBLIN Tues. Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m. Sun. Mass 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome FR. CHRIS GILLESPIE BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH EGMONDVILLE An Associated Gospel Church UNITED CHURCH 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Pastor Mark Kennedy Pastor SteveHildebrand Youth Coordinator - Laura Nakamura Sunday School for all ages 9:45-10:45 Special Service with SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 11 a.m. The Youth Group Wednesday Evenings Worship Feb. 2nd, 11 a.m. • Youth Groups - Junior & Senior High Youth Sunday School at 11 a.m. 6:30 to 9 p.m. Adults at 10 a.m. • Boys & Girls Club JK to Gr. 6 Everyone is Welcome 7 - 8:15 p.m. Earbuds and elevator available • Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Website:www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com 6. EVERYONE WELCOME Like us on Facebook NORTHSIDE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH UNITED CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth MINISTER MARY FLETCHER 519-527-0170 Sunday, Feb. 2, 11 a.m. Rev. Linda Moffatt Guest Speaker: David Lorrie Baker - Organist Burghart from Granton Worship You are invited to join us in worship. Sunday, Feb. 2nd, 11 a.m. Sunday Sch5o4okalnutjeov Provided. All Welcome Sunday School & Nursery Provided. 6 519-527-1449 . N www.cavannorthsideunited.ca Office Hours Wed. 9 a.m. - noon. constitution. In February, a team traveled to North Simcoe, to compete in the second annual bonspiel, held in Elmvale, by the North Sim- coe club. Huron County did very well, coming out on top as the day's overall winner. March is always an excit- ing time of year. Many mem- bers made it to the March conference, which was held in London. It was an awe- some moment for the club when we were announced Overall Club of the Year 2012. The club also saw member Wade Doelman win New Member of the Year. The club also picked up sev- eral communication awards. The theme for the year was, "Just Say Yes!" April saw the club assist- ing the Seaforth Agricultural Society clean up the fallen show barn. That day was full of laughs and crazy weather. The club also assisted with the Breath of Spring, hosted by the Homecraft division of the Seaforth Agricultural Society and the Lung Asso- ciation, which is always a favourite. The club also had a wing night and a T-shirt design evening to sport a new shirt at our events. A few members also attended the spring provincial directors training and meeting held in Haldimand-Norfolk. We were also proud supporters of the Agriculture and Water Festival that continues to impress members each year. The spring saw the club participating in events hosted by other clubs nearby. It was a great opportunity to learn some new ideas and activities to use in our club. This included a hockey tour- nament, and a car rally, just to name a few. The summer is always busy, but always a favourite time for the club. This year, 1 in 25 carries the cystic fibrosis gene. we hosted our very first base- ball tournament. It was a complete success and the weather cooperated with us. It was held in Kirkton. We also sold a lot of ice cream at the Dungannon Tractor pull, as the weather worked in our favour once again. Members helped the Central Huron Agricultural Society with their demolition derby, which did not see the most favourable weather. Our President, Samantha Klaver spoke on our behalf at the Ambassador competition as well, where she decorated a cake that was auctioned off. The proceeds went to the Central Huron fair. July went by quickly, as we hosted a poker rally in Sea - forth for Canada Day that went over really well. Some people won some really great prizes. We also had another fun -filled, exciting time at the North Simcoe annual baseball tournament near Wasaga Beach that saw two members get engaged at the start of our first game. Con- gratulations to Ben Beirnes and Lisa Nethercott. As always, we assisted with the Huron County 4-H Associa- tion's Go For the Gold competition. August saw the club host six exchange delegates from all over the world. The club enjoyed showing them what Huron has to offer including the Exeter Rodeo, Goderich beaches, Cowboy Loft and everyday farm life. Members also enjoyed celebrating member David Haney's mar- riage to Jen Scott. September always gets the club back into the swing of things. The club assisted the Seaforth Agricultural Society with their Fall Fair, which was very successful once again. The club also spon- sored member Danilca Klaver Are you the on f" To learn more and support cystic fibrosis research, visit LYSLI cysticfibrosis.ca 41")Cana in the Ambassador Competi- tion, in which she was suc- cessful in being chosen as the 2013-2014 Seaforth Fall Fair Ambassador, congratulations. Huron County has also been working with the Blue - water Heritage Committee and the South Huron Herit- age Committee to promote Century Farm Sign applica- tions, resulting in over a dozen signs being applied for and received. If your farm has been in the family for over 100 years, contact us, we'd love to help you get the recognition you and your farm deserve. We also took part in mak- ing suggestions for the Huron County Cultural Plan. We enjoyed giving our input from the young peoples' per- spective, as well as learning things about our own county we had no idea existed. We spent a huge amount of time preparing for Sing Swing, which is a provincial event showcasing dancing, singing and home craft events and classes. Huron hosted Swing Sing 2013 in November, on a weekend that just had to show our lovely winter weather. We were very excited to be hosting the province once again. The last time we hosted the province was April 2012, for the spring provincial directors training and meeting. Despite the weather, we saw tables and tables of home craft entries, as well as numerous entries showcasing enthusiasm towards our theme, "Battle the Elements!' We battled the cold weather as we entered a float in the Seaforth and Clinton Santa Claus Parades. We fin- ished 2013 off with our Annual Christmas party. It was a lot of fun and a great way to start off the Christmas Have an opinion? season. In the Christmas spirit, we made a donation to the Huron County Christmas Bureau. To start 2014 off, we held our annual general meeting, at member Samantha Klav- er's home. The 2014 Huron County Junior Farmers exec- utive is as follows: President, Julie Nethercott; Past Presi- dent, Samantha Klaver; Vice - President, Jacquelyn Den- ham; Secretary, Samantha Klaver; Treasurer, Kayla Bishop; Provincial Director, Becky Aikens; Agricultural Representative, Erica Mur- ray; Social Committee Rep- resentative, Lisa Nethercott. Huron looks forward to continue working on the Century Farm Sign project, hosting another baseball tournament and participat- ing in the Winter Games in Waterloo region on Feb. 1. Members will also be look- ing forward to March Con- ference to be held in Corn- wall at the end of March. Huron County has a rich history with Junior Farmers. The first club in Huron County dates back to 1920, in Exeter. The Huron County club is a part of the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario (JFAO) which pro- vides opportunities for young people age 15-29 of all backgrounds, but especially those in rural Ontario. Mem- bers take on the challenge of exploring their individual talents and potential to develop personally, while being involved in bettering their communities, network- ing, and having fun. JFAO's mission is "To Build Future Rural Leaders Through Self - Help and Community Betterment." For more information on the Huron County Junior Farmers, visit http://huronjf. webs.com. The Huron Expositor welcomes letters to the editor. They must be signed and accompanied by a phone number for information clarification. It is important to note, letters will not be able to be printed without the author's name attached. All letters are subject to editing due to possible space restriction. Letters can be dropped off at the office, mailed or emailed: The Huron Expositor P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ont. NOK seaforth.news@sunmedia.ca