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Tangent, OR

Veteran's Home Project

Fri, Nov 9, 2018 - Wed, Dec 5, 2018 (All Day)

Stocking for Lebanon Veteran's Home

Klamath Falls, OR

New Leader Training

Wed, Nov 14, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

One of two remaining training opportunities to become a New 4-H Leader. Attendance at one of these trainings is required in order to complete your New Leader Application Packet. Please contact our...

Central Point, OR

4-H New Volunteer Leader Training

Wed, Nov 14, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

4-H volunteers are essential to help youth make the most of a wide variety of learning experiences. Volunteering is an opportunity for you to share your personal interests by demonstrating expertise...

Corvallis, OR

4-H Horse Project Meeting

Wed, Nov 14, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Up to date information for the 4-H project area and upcoming/past events discussed. All leaders, members, and families welcome!

Tangent, OR

4-H Static Advisory Meeting

Thu, Nov 15, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Linn County 4-H Static Advisory Meeting

Central Point, OR

Jackson Josephine Small Woodlands Association program: Rare and Champion Trees of SW Oregon, with Frank Callahan

Thu, Nov 15, 2018 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Frank has found and nominated National Champion Trees. In addition he has discovered many species of plants that previously were not known to exist in Oregon. We will hear about his adventures. Co...

Astoria, OR

2019 Small Animal Round-up

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 - (All Day)

See flyer for details.

Hillsboro, OR

2018 Horse Judging and Hippology

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 - (All Day)

See flyer for event information.

Astoria, OR

Clatsop Co. 4-H Small Animal Round Up

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rabbits, Cavies, Cats, Poultry, Pigeons & Doves
Showmanship/Conformation/Prize Drawing/Concessions
Bring your harness & leash to try the S mall Animal Agility Course!

Astoria, OR

Dog Recreational Agility CGC Event

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Agility, Jumpers with Weaves, Rally Obedience Course, Agility Fun Runs & More

Roseburg, OR

4-H New Volunteer Leader Training - November 17th

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mandatory training to become a new 4-H Volunteer Leader.

Astoria, OR

Awards & Recognition Night

Sat, Nov 17, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

4-H Member & Leader Recognition Night
RSVP for dinner by Nov. 14 to (503) 325-8573

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Get ready for a successful tree planting season. Learn how to avoid common tree planting mistakes made by woodland owners.

By Amy Grotta

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Polk Weed November 2018

November and being thankful seem to go together. Maybe you are thankful for the past growing season that brought us an abundance of sweet Oregon bounty. One Oregon crop that brings superb sweet flavor to any dinner table is corn. Yes, simple corn. Whether you make corn pudding, add it to your favorite taco, or just sprinkle a little salt and butter on the tender, juicy, sweet kernels, this simple veggie will bring a smile to any foodie.

How can we save the squirrels?

Recently, when I drove on the road, I saw a squirrel died in the road almost every day! How can we help them avoid being hit by cars?

By Dana Sanchez

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More than 30,000 students participate in inaugural year of statewide Outdoor School

Nov 14, 2018

Three-quarters of Oregon’s eligible fifth- and sixth-grade students participated in the inaugural year of the statewide Outdoor School program.

By Chris Branam

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Information on Grapevine Red Blotch Disease, an important viral disease.

By Patricia Skinkis

Fact Sheet

High Speed Hand Washing

Hand washing lesson for youth. Pre-curriculum lesson for food safety.

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The winter garden doesn’t have to be bare of flowers

Nov 9, 2018

Many plants bloom in winter, including witch hazel, sasanqua camellia, wintersweet, sweetbox, jasmine, hardy cyclamen and hellebores.

By Kym Pokorny

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Mid-Columbia Farmers' Newsletter - November 2018

Rainfall, Pesticide Trainings, Statewide CORE Video Conference, Local SAIF Trainings, Western SARE Grants, WSU Soil Health Workshop, Brian Tuck to Retire after 35 Years - Congrats Brian!

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Glyphosate questions & answers

Kaci Buhl (OSU Statewide Pesticide Safety Education) and Chip Bubl (OSU Extension Horticulture/General Agriculture) collaborated to develop a list of Q&As that might be helpful, related to glyphosate-related questions.

By Chip Bubl, Kaci Buhl

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Welcome Laura Corder, New Administrative Office Manager

Help welcome our newest team member, Laura Corder!

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2019 Beekeeping Essay Competition

2019 National 4-H Beekeeping Essay Competition: Call for Entries
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2019

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T-Time 4-H News Update: November 7, 2018

4-H News for the week of November 7, 2018

By Teresa Middleton

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