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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-08-19, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2010.By Ellen Jefferson4-H Ontario Careermania, sup- ported by the Agriculture and Agri- Food Canada Growing Forward Program, provided 40 youths aged 14-17, the opportunity to experience university living, explore careers in agriculture, food, health and the environment, transfer skills gained to any career path they choose, learn the steps to get there and how to suc- ceed, as well as how to perform dur- ing an interview, took place in late July at the University of Guelph. “Careermania provides partici- pants with a glimpse of future possi- bilities in terms of educational paths available, while allowing them to network with peers and build con- tacts that carry over into their profes- sional futures,” commented Marie Winter, 4-H Ontario Manager, Member Services and Development. “Participants not only learn valuable take-away skills, but they also have an opportunity for self-discovery, often learning what motivates them personally and what work values drive them forward.” Over three nights and four days, delegates explored the “ins and outs” of their own potential interview skills, their personal colour style as it relates to the workplace, résumé and cover letter writing, portfolio build- ing and job searching skills. Post secondary options, communication and its importance in the workplace, sessions with guest speakers and industry representatives, as well as a tour of the University of Guelph rounded out the conference.Andrew Campbell, Interactive Media Editor for Farms.com addressed the delegates about the use of social media in the workforce and the implications it can have that most people are not aware of. And, again this year, a partnership with the Ontario Farm Animal Council, allowed the delegates to participate in an Amazing Career Race (based on the popular television show), where they travelled across campus learning about different career options from marketing to research and jobs in the pork and food science industries. While on campus, dele- gates stayed in the dorms and ate atthe university cafeteria, allowing them to gain a better understanding of what university life could be like, should they choose that option. 4-H is an organization of leaders building leaders. Over 6,000 youth, 10-21 years of age, and a grassroots network of 1,600 trained, screened volunteers pledge their Head, Heart, Hands and Health as members of community-based clubs. With proj- ects encompassing agriculture, food, health and the environment, 4-H Ontario’s “Learn To Do By Doing” clubs, camps and conferences have a successful 95-year history. Continued from page 7 LABO exchange chaperone from Japan, named Masako Iwamiya. She demonstrated a tea ceremony for the members, which is a Japanese tradi- tion. Members took turns watching, hosting and participating in the cere- mony. Most members enjoyed the sweets served, but were not very fond of the green tea made from powder. It was important to make a loud slurping noise on the last sip of tea, so members had fun attempting to do this. It was great to learn about a different culture. Later that week, Wawanosh 4-H met on Thursday, August 12 at Wilma and Murray Scott’s farm, which is located in East Wawanosh. The Scotts have focused on improv- ing soil and water health on their farm. The members loaded onto a wagon and were led on a tour by the Scotts and Chris Van Esbroeck of Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. Along the tour members observed the projects including natu- ral channel design, constructed wet- lands, storm water management, diversion berm and grassed waterway, installation of nitrate fil- ters and improved woodlot manage- ment. It was a lovely evening for the tour and the group was able to get off the wagon and examine the projects up close. After a quick stop at the saw- dust toilet, the tour ended and mem- bers flipped through books about the projects while enjoying a little snack. It was a great opportunity for members to learn more about local farming and protecting natural resources. Going green For the first-ever meeting of the Wawanosh 4-H Rise and Shine Club, which has just been formed, green tea was on the menu. Scott Jefferson, front, and Maitland Higgins, right, were busy stirring up green tea under the watchful eye of Masako Iwamiya at the group’s first meeting. (Photo submitted) Breakfast takes centre stage in new Wawanosh 4-H Club 4-H Careermania helps toprepare for the future 4-H group judges 55th Anniversary Celebration for Shirley & George Wheeler To be held at the Brussels Legion SATURDAY, AUGUST 28TH, 2010 From 2:00 - 4:00 pm Drop in for a visit and refreshments. In lieu of gifts a donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Happy 55th Anniversary Jack and Esther August 20 Love from your family 60th Anniversary Open House The family of Barbara and Ross Anderson invites you to help celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary at an Open House to be held on Sunday, August 22, 2010 from 2-4 pm at the Belgrave Community Centre. Best wishes only. Queen and her court It was a triumphant night with a hard-fought competition, but in the end it was Morgan Deitner, seated, who came out on top and claimed the crown of the 2010 Brussels Fall Fair Ambassador. Deitner wasn’t alone in being honoured, how- ever, as Emily Baker, left, was the first runner-up, Kasey King, right, won the Friendship Award, and Alix Sholdice, centre, was also honoured for her accomplishments on Saturday night at the Brussels Legion. (Jim Brown photo) By Laurina VanDorp On Tuesday, Aug. 10 there were lots of 4-H groups at the Seaforth Agriplex. In total, 109 contestants came and were split into nine groups. In this event, 4-H members judged all sorts of things, like tomatoes, pasta salads, hay, market lambs, mar- ket beef, dairy, heifers, dairy goats, alpacas and even took a quiz. The quiz contained 25 questions. All in all, these judging classes were not easy. Members were given a scorecard. On the scorecard, there are numbers down the page. There are four objects in a class which are num- bered as first, second, third or fourth. Then members stand in front of the judge and he/she would listen. Afterwards members would give scorecards to the judge and once everyone stated their reasons, the judges would give all the scorecards to the leader. At the end, the group listened to the official judge announce the actu- al scores, the scores that they had on their cards. The night started at 5 p.m. and ended at 9:30 p.m. Please join us to celebrate the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Brian and Sheila Prescott on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at the Brussels Legion 2 pm to 4 pm for tea, cake and a visit. No gifts please Just your presence and good wishes.