Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Congratulations to Ann-Marie Kalman, Recipient of the 2014 UFA 4-H Alumni Volunteer Service Award!

Ann-Marie Kalman was recognized on April 17th with the 2014 UFA 4-H Alumni Volunteer Service Award, for her relentless volunteer commitments during a celebration of Volunteer Canada’s National Volunteer Week.

“Ann-Marie is one of many volunteers that exemplifies the spirit of 4-H through community involvement. It is important to recognize these outstanding community leaders who make Alberta strong,” said Bruce Banks, CEO of 4-H Foundation of Alberta.

Kalman’s enthusiasm and dedication enhances 4-H, positively impacts youth in her community and makes Alberta stronger. Ann-Marie has been the leader of the Strathcona 4-H Reins Riders club for the past seven years, a member of the Hoofbeat 4-H Light Horse club for 11 years, coordinates highway clean ups, judges speaking competitions and Edmonton Public School science fairs. Her volunteer commitments are outstanding.



“Ann-Marie has chosen to commit countless hours volunteering for our local 4-H club. Some of us are wearing out as volunteers and thankfully young people like her have stepped up to make our community a better place. She has chosen to invest in the future,” said one of Ann-Marie’s nominators.

UFA Co-operative Limited provides the recipient a $2,000 gift certificate during National Volunteer Week each year. UFA values the importance of recognizing the outstanding contributions of volunteers that make our rural communities a better place for all. Ann-Marie’s recognition ceremony was held at the UFA Farm & Ranch Supply store in Fort Saskatchewan on April 17th.


“UFA takes being a good neighbour to heart,” said Kevin Hoppins, Chairman of the Board for UFA, “We are proud to partner with 4-H Alberta in order to recognize valuable volunteers like Ann-Marie, who give their time. They are the core of rural communities.” 

Please join CAPL and 4-H Alberta for the First Annual CAPL Spring Barn Burner, Featuring Aaron Pritchett!

The Canadian Association of Petroleum Landmen (CAPL) and 4-H Alberta are excited to announce a new fundraising event for 2015! The first annual CAPL Spring Barn Burner will be held on May 7th, 2015 at Cowboys Dance Hall. The evening will include tunes by feature act, Aaron Pritchett, that are guaranteed to get your toes tappin'! In addition, special guests Tanya Ryan and Lyndsay Butler will be on hand to ensure a full evening of great country music for those who are lucky enough to be in attendance! All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to 4-H Alberta via CAPL's generous provincial and regional sponsorship commitments. Tickets are $40.00 each and can be purchased through the Cowboys Box office: www.cowboysnightclub.com. Please note that you must be over 18 years of age to attend this event; valid ID will be required with your ticket at the door. 

For the past ten years, CAPL has partnered with 4-H Alberta to maintain a meaningful relationship with the mutual goal of developing 4-H members across the province. CAPL spear-headed the successful CAPL Calgary Stampede Steer Classic Raffle in benefit of 4-H Alberta, which has been a highlight of the partnership. CAPL helps 4-H members enhance valuable communication skills through sponsoring all levels of the 4-H Alberta Communications program – club, district, regional, and provincial In addition, CAPL is one of 4-H Alberta’s valued sponsors who helps make it possible each year for youth from all around Alberta to attend life development camps and excel as individuals as they enter into adulthood. 

CAPL provides direct support to 4-H Alberta Regional Communications, 4-H Alberta Summer Camping, 4-H Alberta Club Week, and two separate 4-H Alberta Scholarships throughout the year.


Prostate Cancer Man Van to be at 4-H on Parade

The Prostate Cancer Centre's Man Van will be at 4-H on Parade in Calgary on May 30th at the Calgary Stampede grounds. The Man Van is a mobile unit for the purpose of increasing awareness of the importance of early detection of prostate cancer. On scheduled dates it offers on-the-spot baseline PSA testing at a variety of locations.

Included in the mobile unit is the Man Van mobile baseline PSA testing unit.The Prostate Cancer Centre's campaign mission is to eliminate advanced prostate cancer through increasing awareness about the importance of early detection of prostate cancer. They offer on-the-spot baseline PSA blood tests for men over 40 during scheduled clinics.

Please consider dropping by on one of the scheduled Man Van dates if you are a man over 40, and be sure to pass this information along to any loved ones who fall into this category as well. For more information, please visit the Prostate Cancer Centre here.

The rural Alberta Man Van dates are as follows: 

Drumheller
Saturday, April 18th 
Drumheller Elks Lodge #54
Badlands Community Facility
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Siksika
Friday, April 24th
Siksika Health Fair
Deerfoot Sportplex
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

High River
Saturday, April 25th 
Town Trade Fair & Garage Sale
Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Standoff
Wednesday, May 6th
Blood Tribe Dept. of Health
Standoff Health Centre
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

In addition to the 4-H on Parade May 30th stop, the Man Van will be in Calgary at other dates and times. To find out more, or to learn how to book a Man Van, visit the Prostate Cancer Centre's Man Van webpage.


Celebrate Earth Month at Peavey Mart!


2015 Calgary Stampede Youth & Agriculture in Action Showcase. Get Signed up Now!

Hey 4-H Alberta clubs! Put on your creative thinking hats! We’re asking for your creativity and engagement for the 2015 Youth & Agriculture in Action Showcase, July 7 - 10, 2015. This year the Showcase will include a competitive aspect, as clubs will be judged daily by the public for the “Best Display of the Day”.

Awesome daily prizes will include: 
  • Chuckwagon Barn Tour 
  • Rodeo Tour 
  • VIP access to the Corral or Super Dogs Show, or 
  • VIP Stagecoach ride with the Express Hitch in front of the Grandstand!


Club members are encouraged to create interactive, hands-on and engaging displays for Stampede guests, while members have the opportunity to practice public speaking skills, show off their projects to 100,000+ guests per day,as well as have access to Stampede Park for two days. Some examples of interactive and engaging displays may include: dog agility courses by Canine clubs, Rodeo obstacle course (i.e. with a hobby horse) by a Rodeo Club, a guest engaging improv. performance by a Performing Arts club, a camera explanation or photo taking & sharing activity by a Life Skills club, or a Multi or Livestock club could provide demos on how to fit cattle for a show or how to show or set-up their show animals. Animals for display are also encouraged! We challenge you to be creative and unique!

Please fill out the application form, as well as a detailed explanation of your display area. We will review all proposed ideas and choose the best applications for the two 2-day blocks (based on requested space). All selected clubs will be notified by May 10 and then asked to provide additional event requirements, such as parking, camping and accreditation needs.

Camping will be available at Cobb’s Corn Maze – 20 minutes east of Calgary on Hwy 1 past Stoney Trail. There will be no power hook-ups, but a water and sewer truck will be available. Parking passes will be provided to clubs for day parking at Stampede Park, so clubs are encouraged to car pool. More details to follow.


Applications are due May 1, 2015 by sending to Kristin Dennett | kdennett@calgarystampede.com 

or Fax or Mail to: Office Fax: 403-262-3067
Mailing Address: Box 1060 Station M, Calgary AB, T2P 2K8
For additional information call: 403-261-9316 or E-mail: kdennett@calgarystampede.com


Join Moody's Equipment for their Grand Opening Celebration in Olds!