Cow Camp
May 17, June 11 and June 12, 2008

Cows may not be the first thing a person thinks of when signing up for summer camp, but that's all about to change! Dairy Youth Cow Camp is a series of one-day workshops which will be held across the state to introduce and educate young people about dairy cattle. Registration fee of $5 is due one week before each camp. Details are available on this pdf.
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Understanding Equine Forage Management...
From one End to the Other
Wednesdays: May 28, June 4 and June 11, 2008
MSU Tollgate Center, Novi, MI

A three session course focusing on Pasture Management, Hay Selection and Management and Manure Management for Equine. Each session will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Tollgate Center in Novi. Call 517-432-5402 for additional information or download the pdf. Registration due May 21, 2008.
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Simplifying Successful Horsemanship: A Clinic for Coaches and 4-H Leaders
June 13, 2008
MSU Pavilion

The objective of the clinic are to promote safe teaching and handling techniques to adults working with youth and to develop progressive horsemanship skills and knowledge for coaches and leaders, regardless of discipline or activity. Cost is $100 for horse and rider or $40 to audit. Fee includes lunch and all course materials. Entry deadline is June 1, 2008. Call 517-432-5402 or download all the details.
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2008 Michigan Jr Beef Show and Beef Showcase
June 13-15, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The MI Jr Beef Show and Beef Showcase will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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2008 Michigan Jr Sheep Spectacular and B&B Northern Exposure Club Lamb Show
June 13-15, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The MI Jr Sheep Spectacular will be held Saturday, June 14 and the Block and Bridle Club lamb show will be held Sunday, June 15, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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2008 Spartan Classic Hog Show and Spartan Jackpot Show
June 20-22, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The Spartan Classic Hog Show will be held Saturday June 21 and and the Spartan Jackpot Hog show on Sunday, June, 22, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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2008 MMPA/4-H Milk Marketing Tour
June 23-24, 2008
Novi, MI

Calling all teens 15-19 years old! If you have an interest in learning about the dairy industry, plan to join us for the 2008 Milk Marketing Tour. This event is sponsored by MMPA. Registration is due June 5. Check out the pdf for all the details.

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2008 State 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging Contest
July 15, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

An opportunity for youth to enhance their livestock evaluation and selection skills, as well as improve their communication and decision making skills. Entry deadline is July 3, 2008

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2008 4-H Dairy Days and MI Dairy Expo
July 21-25, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

An opportunity for youth to participate in a number of educational activities and contests to enhance their knowledge of the dairy industry as well as youth and open dairy breed shows. A full week of activities!

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2008 State 4-H Horse Show
August 22-24, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

An opportunity for youth to participate in educational activities and contests to enhance their knowledge of horses as well as the State 4-H Horse Show. All entries must be approved and sent in by the County Extension Office. Hard copies of this entry information will be sent to County offices after June 18, 2008.

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Download 4H County Summary info
Download Class Listing and Schedule
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2008 National Dairy Convention
September 28 - October 1, 2008
Madison, WI

An opportunity for youth to enhance their knowledge of the dairy industry. Registration is due July 22, 2008. Details are included in this pdf.

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