Price has served as a club leader, on the executive on the Calgary Stampede 4-H Parade Committee (for 23 years), district executive and president of the provincial council. She was instrumental in creating and implementing the provincial 4-H sheep show.

Pittman has also been involved at all levels of 4-H, including club leader and president of the provincial council. He is currently a director on the interim 4-H Alberta board, which has overseen the amalgamation of the three former organizations (4-H Council of Alberta, 4-H Foundation of Alberta, and the 4-H section of Alberta Agriculture and Forestry) that had operated 4-H in the province.

An awards ceremony will take place in 2021, pending COVID-19 restrictions.

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From now through June 30, there will be 77 sales where 4-H members will be showcasing and offering steers, lambs, hogs and/or goats for purchase. There are 24 charity projects — 22 steers and two lambs to be auctioned off — with the proceeds donated to a local charity. Successful purchasers can either keep the meat for themselves or donate a portion to local food banks.

COVID-19 has affected traditional club Achievement Days, but clubs have adjusted their formats to ensure they are doing their part for public safety while completing and showcasing their projects.

“This is an excellent opportunity for a double win — supporting local charities that are facing bigger needs currently and encouraging young people who will be the leaders of tomorrow,” said Kim McConnell, 4-H Alberta interim CEO.

“I’m proud of the way clubs are adapting and coming up with creative solutions for marketing their projects. Most have moved to online auctions, but some have chosen to market boxed meat instead. Members are still out working with their animals, taking videos, telling stories even though they can’t have their usual show days.”

A complete listing of upcoming beef auctions can be found on the home page of 4h.ab.ca. It has links to sale info or club contact info for assistance with the online auction. As well, you can contact the 4-H Foundation of Alberta (admin@4hab.com) and make a financial donation. 4-H Alberta will link you to the local 4-H club and the charity it is supporting. Through this method you support the charity and receive a charitable tax receipt.

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There are seven provincial camps and registration is open until May 1.

“The camps are topic specific, and most of them are done at our Alberta 4-H Centre,” said Cameron Horner, 4-H communications and marketing specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. “It really enhances the outdoor activity level and includes many camping activities.”

Many of the seven 4-H regions also run summer camps. To find a camp and register, go to 4h.ab.ca.

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The awards, the largest monetary scholarships given out by 4-H Alberta come from Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship (which was created by Lillian and Edward Ness in honour of Mrs. Ness’s parents).

Jade Nelson of Stirling received a $20,000 scholarship, Carter Reed of Delia received $15,000 and Shelby DeSmet of Spirit River received $10,000. Seven others received $5,000: Adele Beaudoin (Red Deer County), Bethany Clark (Bassano), Koryn Duncan (Coronation), Brookelyn Felske (Busby), Samantha Hutchings (Sturgeon County), Tiana Miller (Blackie) and Bryanne Peltzer (Duchess)

“It’s pretty stressful to move out and start university and this scholarship has really helped ease some of my worries about how I would be able to survive university financially,” said Nelson. “Most of all, I am grateful for the opportunities that have arisen because of this scholarship. Next summer instead of simply focusing on trying to make enough money to pay for another year of school, I am hoping to go on a humanitarian trip to help people in developing countries as well as gain new experiences to help prepare me for the years to come.”

The 2020 edition of the scholarship will start taking applications on May 1. The application form can be found at 4h.ab.ca.

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Through the 2018 Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship, the foundation has awarded $80,000 in scholarships to 10 Alberta rural farm youth for their studies that began in the fall of 2018. The scholarship was originally established in 2008, thanks to the generosity and leadership of Lillian and Edward Ness who had an unmatched passion for 4-H.

The winning recipients of the 2018 Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship are:

First place ($20,000): Talia Beckie (Rocky View County); second place ($15,000): Isaiah Roemmele (Claresholm); third place ($10,000): Leah Trenson (Rimbey); and fourth to 10th places ($5,000 each): Carter Bodell (Fort Saskatchewan), Odessa Kopp (Duchess), Devin Ewasiw (Thorhild), Ashley Ganske (Millet), Katelyn Imbery (Stettler), Cheyenne Porter (Wainwright), and Emily Taylor (Manning).

“The scholarship gives me the freedom to pursue my academic dreams without having to worry about financial limitations,” said first-place winner Beckie. “If Mr. and Mrs. Edward and Lillian Ness were here with us today, I would tell them how inspired I am to live up to their legacy and that I hope to make them proud.”

In 2019, another $80,000 will be awarded to 10 successful scholarship applicants, who must be Alberta rural farm youth (25 years of age and younger), have completed high school, and enrolled as a first-year student at an acknowledged post-secondary institution. The scholarship is designed to help rural farm youth who must leave home to pursue a post-secondary education or trade.

The application deadline is June 30. Application forms are available on the 4-H Alberta website.

The 4-H Foundation of Alberta was formed in 1977 as a non-profit charitable foundation to build and operate the Alberta 4-H Centre. Today, a big part of its work is the overview and management of scholarships as well as fundraising efforts to support 4-H Alberta’s youth programs and events.

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The Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship assists farm youth who must leave home to pursue a post-secondary education or trade. The scholarship was established by Lillian and Edward Ness in honour and memory of Lillian’s parents.

“We are very grateful for the generosity of Lillian and Edward Ness, two visionary donors with an unmatched love for youth and 4-H Alberta, who made this new scholarship possible,” said Leah Jones, the foundation’s chief executive officer.

The first-, second-, and third-place recipients are Talia Beckie ($20,000), Isaiah Roemmele ($15,000), and Leah Trenson ($10,000). Seven others received $5,000 scholarships: Carter Bodell, Devin Ewasiw, Ashley Ganske, Katelyn Imbery, Odessa Kopp, Cheyenne Porter, and Emily Taylor.

The 4-H Foundation of Alberta, formed in 1977, offers numerous scholarships. For more information, go to the ‘Scholarships’ page on the 4-H Alberta website.

Applications for the 2019 Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship will be accepted beginning May 1.

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Those looking to join a club, or who need help registering their club, or who want more information, can call 780-422-4H4H (4444) to speak with a 4-H specialist.

Currently, there are approximately 350 4-H clubs in Alberta with more than 5,500 members and 2,000 volunteer leaders. There are a wide range of projects, such as beef, photography, woodworking, and horticulture.

For more information go to 4h.ab.ca or email info@4h.ab.ca.

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Among the offerings are:

• Junior Camp: July 8-12 and July 29-Aug. 2
• Combined Camp: July 15-19 and Aug. 12-16
• Intermediate Camp: July 22-26
• AIM Camp: Aug. 5-10
• Club Week: July 29-Aug. 3
• Counsellors In Training (CIT): July 2-6
• Beef Heifer Show: July 9-12
• Sheep Show: July 10-13
• Multi Species Judging: Aug. 10-12

For more info and to register, go to the 4-H Alberta website.

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The scholarships are for young people enrolled as a first-year student at an acknowledged post-secondary institution. There will be one $20,000 scholarship, one for $15,000, one for $10,000, and seven $5,000 scholarships.

“At 4-H Alberta, we are all about youth and fostering the future leaders of our communities and Alberta,” said Leah Jones, the foundation’s CEO. “Providing scholarships is one of the many ways we are setting our members up for success.”

Details about the Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Scholarship, along with application forms, will be available May 1 at the 4-H Alberta website. The application deadline is June 30.

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How would you like to partake in a journey of self-discovery? Through small-group discussions, team-building exercises, and large-group presentations, you will investigate your future; how school, career, and personal choices and change can affect your life’s path. Join other 4-H senior members from across Alberta and you’ll experience a ton of fun, share lots of laughs and meet amazing people.

At this year’s Selections program, participants will do self-awareness and self-management skill assessments and will learn and practise strategies for future success. Members will go through a series of small- and large-group activities, discussions, and challenges that’ll help them to manage stress, manage their time, and identify who they truly are so that they may take full advantage of their strengths. Members also learn to think about themselves and how they’re conducting themselves in relation to those around them.

There is opportunity to represent 4-H Alberta at a national or international trip or conference or to be chosen as an ambassador for your region.

Selections 2016 is for members aged 16 to 20. It will be held at Olds College from May 6-9. The cost is $250 with an early-bird rate of $200 if the registration is received by Feb. 15.

4-H Diaries should also be received by your regional specialist for marking by Feb. 15.

To register, click here.

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