Sequim Gazette staff
Local 4-H members and their families and friends came together to celebrate the achievements of the past year at the annual Clallam County 4-H Achievement Afternoon, held at the Home Arts Building at the Clallam County fairgrounds on Nov. 8.
The theme of the event was “Best of the West” as 4-H members, volunteers and families dressed in their western boots and hats and celebrated their achievements by sharing in food, fun and line dancing. During the celebration, clubs shared slideshows of their past year.
The coronation of the 2016 Clallam County Fair Junior Royalty court also was held.
Youth members earned their year pins and many traditional awards. Adult volunteer leaders were recognized for their years of service — from one year to 46.
A highlight of the afternoon was the 4-H Council Scholarship Drawing. Each 4-H member has the opportunity to participate in the 4-H Council scholarship program. This year, the council held a new fundraiser that took the place of the long-time tradition of “Kiss the Pig.” A drawing was held for a whole pork raised by Clallam County 4-H member Colby Beckstrom, with an additional prize of a cord of wood.
A number of community members and businesses supported this fundraiser, including Baskins Farm, the Beckstrom family, F-5 Slaughter, Sunrise Meats, Airport Garden Center and Neon Riders 4-H Club.
The 2014-2015 scholarship recipients were Colby Beckstrom (Port Angeles), Mackenzie Weston (Forks) and Alexandria Henderson (Forks). Funds raised will support these and future scholarships for graduating 4-H members.
WSU Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program serves Clallam County youth through volunteer-led community clubs and healthy living programs.
Many clubs still are accepting new members for the 2015-2016 year. To join 4-H or learn about starting a club in your neighborhood, contact 4-H program coordinator Jenny Schmidt at jenny.schmidt@wsu.edu or 417-2398 or find the group on Facebook by searching for “Clallam County 4-H.”
4-H year-end awards
Tenille Tosland — Teen Leader of the Year, Veterinary Science Award, Achievement County Medal, Leadership County Medal
Colby Beckstrom — Achievement County Medal, Janet Fry Memorial Outstanding 4-Her Award, Andrew Kruiswyk Jr. Award
Jill Adolphsen —Livestock Achievement Award
Pat Boyes Outstanding Demonstration — Ruby Coulson
Best Secretary Book — Emma Weller
Horse Achievement Award: Katie Marchant, Sophie Marchant
Horse Leaders Incentive Award: Anneka Joner, Malakai Dailey, Marissa Bailey
Judi Arnold Community Service Award: Silver Spurs 4-H Club
4-H Best Record Book Awards:
Small Animal: Braydon Mahany, Grayson Mahany, Kayci Trettevik, Bailee Kratzer, Faith McFall, Scott Archibald
Large Animal: Jill Adolphsen, Emma Shogren, Colby Beckstrom, Aaron Bennett, Tenille Tosland
Horse: Katie Marchant, Sophie Marchant, Ciara Gentry, Ava Hairell, Kaylie Graf
Science and Arts: Maya Trettevik, Norah Schmidt
4-H County Fair Medals
Horse Performance: Emily Gear, Paige Swordmaker, Alexis King, Kelly Anders
Horse Games: Ciara Gentry, Cassidy Hodgin
Horse Dressage: Kaylie Graf
Horse Mini: Katie Marchant
Adventures in Family Living: Emma Wyant
Clothing and Textiles: Abby Sanford
Fine Arts: Tenille Tosland
Woodworking: Natalie Napiontek
Riflery: Bailey Geniesse
Archery: Michael Tupper
Poultry: Scott Archibald, Jordan Hegtvedt, Ty Thompson
Rabbit/Cavy: Emily Sirguy, Jordan Hegtvedt
Cat: Faith McFall, Janey O’Connor, Connor West
Dog: Kari Larson, Chelsea Simons
Goat: Tenille Tosland
Sheep: Emma Shogren
Swine: Hannah Wagner, Keri Tucker, Colby Beckstrom
Beef: Jill Adolphsen, Abby Schroeder
Dairy: Abby Schroeder
Clallam County Fair 2015-2016 Junior Royalty
Abby Sanford, Alexis King, Gabe O’Connor, Haley Bishop, Kara Meyer, Norah Schmidt
