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2015 Ellis County Fair Judging Results–final

Posted on July 22, 2015July 22, 2015

The 2015 Ellis County Fair is July 8-18.

A schedule of events is available at elliscountyfair.com

For photos, visit the Facebook page Ellis County 4-H— It’s Legit!

4-H Cat

Champion – Morgan Olmstead

Reserve Champion – Callie Lane

4-H Champion Fitting & Showing

Senior Champion – Abigail Dickinson

Senior Reserve Champion – Jared Pfeifer

Junior Champion – Konnor Pfeifer

Junior Reserve Champion – Kirk Huser

4-H Lifeskills Judging

Junior 1st – Cadence Dickey

Junior 2nd – Jessica Feyerherm

Junior 3rd – John Weisenborn

Junior 4th – Maggie James

Senior 1st – Haley George

Senior 2nd – Elissa Jensen

Senior 3rd – Ben Rajewski

Senior 4th – Laura Montgomery

4-H Livestock Judging

Junior 1st – Jacob Schmeidler

Junior 2nd – Colton Vajnar

Junior 3rd – Konnor Pfeifer

Junior 4th – Kirk Huser

Senior 1st – Conrad Vajnar

Senior 2nd – Derek Pfeifer

4-H Herdsmanship

Beef – Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Sheep – Bits & Spurs

Swine – Gemini Jrs.

Meat Goats – Victoria Vikings

Rabbits – Big Creek Astros

Poultry – Victoria Vikings

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4-H Small Pet Show

Champion – Meg Taggart

Reserve Champion – Emily Quinn

4-H Meat Goat Show

Champion Senior Showman – Ben Rajewski

Champion Junior Showman – Kaleb Neher

Champion Meat Goat – Karli Neher

Reserve Champion Meat Goat – Tayden Shuck

4-H Sheep Show

Champion Senior Showman – Abigail Dickinson

Champion Junior Showman – Kirk Huser

Champion Market Lamb – Abigail Dickinson

Reserve Champion Market Lamb – Abigail Dickinson

4-H Beef Show

Champion Senior Showman – Lane Pfannenstiel

Reserve Champion Senior Showman – Abigail Dickinson

Champion Junior Showman – Konnor Pfeifer

Reserve Champion Junior Showman – Kirk Huser

Champion Market Steer – Lane Pfannenstiel

Reserve Champion Market Steer – Abigail Dickinson

Champion Feeder Calf – Amelia Jaeger

Reserve Champion Feeder Calf – Jaiden Pfannenstiel

Champion Bucket Calf – Jaiden Pfannenstiel

Reserve Champion Bucket Calf – Haley Rees

Supreme Heifer – Derek Pfeifer

Reserve Supreme Heifer – Abigail Dickinson

4-H Food Challenge

Senior Champions

Ben Rajewski

Katie Weisenborn

Trevor Mai

Breanna Park

Junior Champions

Logan Olmstead

Morgan Olmstead

Lacy Droegemeier

Alexandra Coveney

Dylan Coveney

Junior Reserve Champions

Kylie Dreiling

Nicole Dreiling

Meg Taggart

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4-H Poultry Showmanship

Senior Champion Showman – Jill Pokorny

Reserve Champion Senior Showman – Laura Montgomery

Junior Champion Showman – Luke Montgomery

4-H Clothing Construction

Senior Champion Clothing – Katy Walters

Senior Reserve Champion Clothing – Katy Walters

Junior Champion Clothing – Grace Schmeidler

Senior Lifeskills Judging

1^st – Haley George

2^nd – Elissa Jensen

3^rd – Ben Rajewski

4^th – Laura Montgomery

Junior Lifeskills Judging

1^st – Cadence Dickey

2^nd – Jessica Feyerherm

3^rd – John Weisenborn

4^th – Dustin Rajewski – Tie

4^th – Maggie James – Tie

4-H Rabbits

Best of Show – Emily Quinn

Reserve Best of Show – Callie Lane

Senior Rabbit Showman – Jill Pokorny

Junior Rabbit Showman – Brittani Park

4-H Dog

Junior Champion Dog Showman – Callie Lane

4-H Foods & Nutrition

Senior Champion Foods – Haley Robben

Senior Reserve Champion Foods – Breanna Park

Kuhn’s Diamond Jeweler’s Senior Award – Breanna Park

Junior Champion Foods – Dakota Metzler

Junior Reserve Champion Foods – Jayden Warner

Best Cookies – Amelia Jaeger

Best Breads – Laura Montgomery

Augustine’s Bakery Bread Award – Laura Montgomery

4-H Horticulture

Senior Champion – Breanna Park

Junior Champion – Nic Park

4-H Plant Science

Senior Champion Plant Science – Lane Pfannenstiel

Junior Champion Plant Science – Jalynn Weilert

4-H Fiber Arts

Senior Champion Exhibit – Meredith Martin

Senior Reserve Champion Exhibit – Meredith Martin

Junior Champion Exhibit – Maggie James

Junior Reserve Champion Exhibit – Alicia Feyerherm

4-H Visual Arts

Senior Champion Visual Arts – Lane Pfannenstiel

Senior Reserve Champion Visual Arts – Lisa Quinn

Junior Champion Visual Arts – Kaydawn Haag

Junior Reserve Champion Visual Arts – Haley Rees

Selected for Kansas State Fair – Lane Pfannenstiel, Breanna Park, Quentin Rupp, Rebecca Befort, Haley Rees, Kaydawn Haag

4-H Wildlife/Shooting Sports

Champion – Landon Dinkel

4-H Swine

Champion Market Hog – Konnor Pfeifer

Reserve Champion Market Hog – Jacy Fischer

Senior Champion Showman – Jared Pfeifer

Senior Reserve Champion Showman – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Junior Champion Showman – Konnor Pfeifer

Junior Reserve Champion Showman – Kirk Huser

4-H Posters

Champion Poster – Laura Montgomery

Reserve Champion Poster – Colton Lane

4-H Notebooks

Champion Notebook – Meredith Martin

Reserve Champion Notebook – Kaden Haas

4-H Displays

Champion Display – Jill Pokorny

Reserve Champion Display – Elissa Jensen

4-H Photography

Senior Champion – Katy Walters

Senior Reserve Champion – Anna Schmidtberger

Junior Champion – Cale Braun

Junior Reserve Champion – Dylan Warner

Sunflower Composition Award – Rylee Torline

4-H Small Pets

Junior Champion –

4-H Entomology

Champion Entomology – Meg Taggart

4-H Geology

Champion Geology – Trace Jacobs

Reserve Champion Geology – Jesse Taggart

4-H SpaceTech

Senior Champion Rocketry – Nate Walters

Junior Champion Rocketry – Grace Schmeidler

Junior Reserve Champion Rocketry – Jacob Schmeidler

Champion Robotics – Joey Raub

4-H Woodworking

Senior Champion – Lisa Quinn

Junior Champion – Quentin Rupp

Junior Reserve Champion – Dalton Robben

Open Dog

Overall Champion Dog – Don Phillips

Open Food Preservation

Adult Overall Champion – Linda Beech

Open Foods

Adult Overall Champion – Paula Martin

Open Quilts

Overall Champion Quilt – Sherry Leiker

Reserve Champion Quilt – Germaine Taggert

Champion Child – Maggie James

Reserve Champion Child – Sienna Schmeidler

Open Needlework

Overall Champion Knitting – Deb Guffey

Best Crochet – June Knittel

Best Rug – Stephanie DeMuth

Best Pillow – Rae Smith

Best Apron – Germaine Taggart

Best Sewing – Ashlynn Luetters

Open Photography

Champion Youth Photography – Lainey Hardman

Reserve Champion Youth Photography – Rease Meyers

Champion Adult Photography – Renette Saba

Reserve Champion Adult Photography – Susan Schlichting

Champion Professional Photography – Kelsey Stremel

Reserve Champion Professional Photography – Kori Braun

Open Market Wheat Show

Champion – Kaden Haas

Reserve Champion – Konner Haas

Open Horticulture

Champion – Stan Maskus

Reserve Champion – Gary Schmeidler

Open Farm Crops

Champion – Gary Werth

Open Woodworking

Champion – Harlan Rupp

Reserve Champion – Asher Haag

Open Entomology

Champion – Greg Swob

Reserve Champion – Greg Swob

Floriculture Show – Senior

Grand Champion – June Knittel

Reserve Grand Champion – Linda Stahlman

Floriculture Show – Junior

Grand Champion – Justin Hund

Reserve Grand Champion – Justin Hund

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4-H Horse Results

Champion Showmanship – 14 & Older – Jill Pokorny

Champion Showmanship – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Grand Champion Halter Horse – Jill Pokorny

Reserve Champion Halter Horse – Kate Pope

Top Senior Performer Western Pleasure – 14 & Older – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Top Performer Western Pleasure – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Top Pony Pleasure – Eva Gaschler

Top Senior Performer – Horsemanship – Jill Pokorny

Top Performer – Horsemanship – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Open Horse Results

Fastest Time Barrels 19 & Older – Joe Kimzey

Fastest Time Barrels – 14 – 18 – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Fastest Time Barrels – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Fastest Time Barrels – 8 & Under – Eric Gaschler

Flag Race – 19 & Older – Joe Kimzey

Flag Race – 14 – 18 –Kelli Buxton

Flag Race – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Flag Race – 8 & Under – Keeli Jo Kimzey

Pole Bending – 19 & Older – Joe Kimzey

Pole Bending – 14 – 18 – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Pole Bending – 9 – 13 – Emma Pope

Pole Bending – 8 & Under – Keeli Jo Kimzey

Key Race – 19 & Older – Joe Kimzey

Key Race – 14 – 18 –Jaylinn Pfeifer

Key Race – 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft

Key Race 8 & Under – Keeli Jo Kimzey

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4-H Foodstand Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Join 4-H families and supporters as they celebrate the Grand Opening of the new 4-H Foodstand on the Midway at the Ellis Co. Fairgrounds. They will hold a brief program beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. The foodstand will be open for operation, Tuesday morning – Saturday evening, 8:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. daily during this week’s Ellis County Fair. Come on out and let the 4-H members serve YOU!

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4-H Fashion Revue Results 2015

4-H’ers from across the county came out to show their favorite outfits at this year’s 4-H Fashion Revue. Youth from 5 – 18 years built their confidence in front of a group of interested parents and community members. Some outfits were made by the members, while others showed off their skills in looking for a good buy. 4-H events like this one allow 4-H’ers to build a variety of skills while having a great time.

Sr. Construction Revue Champion: Katy Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Sr. Construction Revue Reserve Champion: Kelli Buxton, Bits N Spurs

Jr. Construction Revue Champion: Maggie James, Ellis Sunflowers

Jr. Construction Revue Reserve Champion: Grace Schmeidler, Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Sr. Girls Buymanship Champion: Kelli Buxton, Bits N Spurs

Sr. Girls Buymanship Reserve Champion: Katy Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Jr. Girls Buymanship Champion: Amelia Jaeger, Good Hope

Jr. Girls Buymanship Reserve Champion: Anna Kuhn, Ellis Sunflowers

Jr. Boys Buymanship Champion: Kaden Haas, Good Hope

Jr. Boys Buymanship Reserve Champion: Dakota Metzler, Ellis Sunflowers

2014 Ellis County Fair Judging Results (UPDATE)

Posted on July 21, 2014July 10, 2015

The 2014 Ellis County Fair is July 12-19.

A schedule of events is available at the Ellis County Fair Website.

For photos of the 4-H judging and other activities during this year’s Ellis County Fair, visit the Facebook page Ellis County 4-H – It’s Legit!

Beef –

Senior Champion Showman – Conrad Vajnar

Senior Reserve Champion Showman – Lane Pfannenstiel

Junior Champion Showman – Abigail Dickinson

Junior Reserve Champion Showman – Heather Scheck

Champion Market Beef – Lane Pfannenstiel

Reserve Champion Market Beef – Colton Vajnar

Champion Bucket Calf – Amelia Jaeger

Reserve Champion Bucket Calf – Wyatt Grabbe

Champion Supreme Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler

Reserve Champion Supreme Heifer – Anna Kuhn

Champion Angus Heifer – Anna Kuhn

Reserve Champion Angus Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler

Champion Hereford Heifer – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Reserve Champion Hereford Heifer – Monica Towns

Champion Limousin Heifer – Tanner Werth

Champion Maine Heifer – Jared Pfeifer

Reserve Champion Maine Heifer – Konnor Pfeifer

Champion Simmental Heifer – Lane Pfannenstiel

Reserve Champion Simmental Heifer – Kirk Pfannenstiel

Champion Commercial Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler

Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer – Heather Befort

Champion Fitting & Showing –

Senior Champion – Jared Pfeifer

Senior Reserve Champion – Conrad Vajnar

Junior Champion – Abigail Dickinson

Junior Reserve Champion – Taylor Weidenhaft

Herdsmanship Champions –

Beef – Good Hope

Sheep – Bits & Spurs

Swine – Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Goats – Victoria Vikings

Poultry – Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Rabbits – Big Creek Astros

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4-H Animal Management Skill-a-thon
Senior Champion – Lane Pfannenstiel
Senior Reserve Champion – Conrad Vajnar
Junior Champion – Jacob Schmeidler
Junior Reserve Champion – Lane Fischer

4-H Banner
Champion – Gemini Jrs. 4-H Club

4-H Educational Display
Champion – Elissa Jensen
Reserve Champion – Jill Pokorny

4-H Electric
Champion – Dustin Rajewski

4-H Fiber Arts
Senior Champion – Meredith Martin
Senior Reserve Champion – Meredith Martin
Junior Champion – Alicia Feyerherm
Junior Reserve Champion – Maggie James

4-H Foods
Senior Champion – Haley Robben
Senior Reserve Champion – Nate Walters
Special Sr. Foods Award – Haley Robben
Junior Champion Foods – Kaleigh Weber
Junior Reserve Champion Foods – Katy Walters
Best Cookie – Heather Befort
Best Bread – Katie Weisenborn
Special Bread Award – Katie Weisenborn

4-H Notebooks
Champion – Nate Walters
Reserve Champion – Anna Kuhn

4-H Photography
Senior Champion – Elizabeth Smith Moore
Senior Reserve Champion – Rylee Torline
Junior Champion – Emily James
Junior Reserve Champion – Emily George
Sunflower Composition Award – Luke Montgomery

4-H Plant Science
Senior Champion Crops – Lane Pfannenstiel
Junior Champion Horticulture – Quentin Rupp
Junior Reserve Horticulture – Katy Walters

4-H Posters
Champion – Chloe Purinton
Reserve Champion – Kaydawn Haag

4-H Poultry
Champion Poultry – Jill Pokorny
Reserve Champion Poultry – Jill Pokorny
Senior Champion Showman – Jill Pokorny
Senior Reserve Champion Showman – Breanne Kruse
Junior Champion Showman – Cadence Dickey
Junior Reserve Champion Showman – Callie Lane

4-H Small Pets
Champion – Meg Taggart
Reserve Champion – Elizabeth SmithMoore

4-H Spacetech
Senior Champion Rocket – William Martin
Junior Champion Rocket – Jacob Schmeidler
Junior Reserve Champion Rocket – Dakota Metzler
Champion Robotic Exhibit – Nic Park

4-H Swine
Champion Senior Showman – Jared Pfeifer
Reserve Champion Senior Showman – Lane Pfannenstiel
Champion Junior Showman – Abigail Dickinson
Reserve Champion Junior Showman – Konnor Pfeifer
Champion Market Hog – Konnor Pfeifer
Reserve Champion Market Hog – Jaylinn Pfeifer

4-H Visual Arts
Senior Champion – Nate Walters
Senior Reserve Champion – Jill Pokorny
Junior Champion – Colton Pfannenstiel
Junior Reserve Champion – Zoe Martin
Selected for State Fair – Zoe Martin, Colton Pfannenstiel, Lane Pfannenstiel, Jill Pokorny, Nate Walters

Open Class Food Preservation
Champion – Donna Maskus
Fresh Preserving Awards
Fruits – Becky Pokorny 1st
Pickles – Donna Masks 1^st, Tammy Drylie 2^ndSoft Spreads – Linda Beech 1^st

Open Photography
Champion Adult Photography – Gary Good
Reserve Champion Adult Photography – Brooks Barber
Champion Junior Photography – Kaleigh Weber
Reserve Champion Junior Photography – Kaleigh Weber
Champion Professional – Rachel Harmon
Reserve Champion Professional – Rachel Harmon

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4-H Dog Results
Champion Dog Obedience – Callie Lane, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Senior Champion Dog Showman – Elizabeth Smith Moore – Gemini Jrs. 4-H Club
Junior Champion Dog Showman – Callie Lane, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Open Dog
Champion Dog Obedience – Lindsay Naegele
Open Horse
Champion Mare – Carmeron Kilian
Champion Gelding – Jaylinn Pfeifer
Champion Miniature / Shetland Pony – Rosston Eckroat
Western Pleasure – Champion 9 & Under – Cadence Dickey
Western Pleasure – Champion 10 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft
Western Pleasure – Champion 14 – 17 – Jill Pokorny
Western Horsemanship Champion 9 & Under – Cadence Dickey
Western Horsemanship Champion 10 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft
Western Horsemanship Champion 14 – 17 – Jill Pokorny
Reining Champion – 10 – 13 – Emma Pope
Reining Champion – 14 – 17 – Jill Pokorny
Fastest Time Barrels – Taylor Weidenhaft

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4-H Horse
Champion Showmanship 14 & Older – Jill Pokorny, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Champion Showmanship 9 – 13 – Taylor Weidenhaft, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Champion Showmanship 7 – 8 – Kate Pope, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Grand Champion Halter Horse – Taylor Weidenhaft, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Reserve Champion Halter Horse – Jill Pokorny, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Top Senior Performer – Western Pleasure – Jill Pokorny, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Top Junior Performer – Western Pleasure – Taylor Weidenhaft, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Top Senior Performer – Horsemanship – Jill Pokorny, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Top Junior Performer – Emma Pope, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Top Performer – Reining – Kelli Buxton, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Sr. Barrel Racing – Mesa Eckroat, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Jr. Barrel Racing – Jaylinn Pfeifer, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Sr. Pole Bending – Kelli Buxton, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Jr. Pole Bending – Taylor Weidenhaft, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Sr. Flag Race – Lakin Eckroat, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club
Faster Time – Jr. Flag Race – Taylor Weidenhaft, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club

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4-H Fashion Revue

With nearly 60 entries in this year’s event, there were a lot of great looking outfits shared by 4-H members and Cloverbuds. Everyone did a great job modeling their new outfits.

Receiving special Champion honors were:

Senior Construction Revue Champion – Kelli Buxton, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club

Junior Construction Revue Champion – Katy Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Junior Construction Revue Reserve Champion – Cadence Warfield, Gemini Jrs. 4-H Club

Senior Young Women’s Buymanship Revue Champion – Monica Towns, Ellis Sunflowers 4-H Club

Senior Young Women’s Buymanship Revue Reserve Champion – Elissa Jensen, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Junior Young Women’s Buymanship Revue Champion – Katy Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Junior Young Women’s Buymanship Revue Reserve Champion – Aubry Appelhans, Bits & Spurs 4-H Club

Senior Young Men’s Buymanship Revue Champion – Nate Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Senior Young Men’s Buymanship Revue Reserve Champion – Nate Walters, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Junior Young Men’s Buymanship Revue Champion – Jacob Schmeidler, Buckeye Jr. Farmers 4-H Club

Junior Young Men’s Buymanship Revue Reserve Champion – Dakota Metzler, Ellis Sunflowers

2013 Ellis County Fair 4-H and Open Judging Results **Final (VIDEO)

Posted on July 23, 2013July 10, 2015

The 2013 Ellis County 4-H Fair is July 14-20.

The schedule of events is available at the Ellis County Fair Website or follow the Ellis County Fair on Facebook.

Beef Show Results

Champion Bucket Calf – Anna Kuhn
Reserve Champion Bucket Calf – Wyatt Grabbe

Champion Senior Showman – Jared Pfeifer
Reserve Champion Senior Showman – Kourtney Kaicy

Champion Junior Showman – Lane Pfannenstiel
Reserve Champion Junior Showman – Abigail Dickinson

Supreme Heifer – Abigail Dickinson
Reserve Supreme Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler

Champion Commercial Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler
Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer – Conrad Vajnar

Champion Hereford Heifer – Emily Staab
Champion ChiMaine Heifer – Jared Pfeifer
Champion Maine Heifer – Jaylinn Pfeifer
Champion Angus Heifer – Jacob Schmeidler
Champion Simmental Heifer – Abigail Dickinson
Reserve Champion Simmental Heifer – Kourtney Kaicy

Champion Market Steer – Lane Pfannenstiel
Reserve Champion Market Steer – Abigail Dickinson

Herdsmanship Champions

Beef – Buckeye Jr. Farmers
Sheep – Bits & Spurs
Swine – Good Hope
Goats – Gemini Jrs.
Poultry – Ellis Sunflowers
Rabbits – Bits & Spurs

Round Robin Showmanship

Champion Senior Showman – Mesa Eckroat
Reserve Champion Senior Showman – Jared Pfeifer

Champion Junior Showman – Lane Pfannenstiel
Reserve Champion Junior Showman – Kirk Huser

Livestock Judging Contest

Champion Senior Judge – Haley Robben
Champion Junior Judge – Jaylinn Pfeifer

Lifeskills Judging Contest

Champion Senior Judge – Rylee Torline
Champion Junior Judge – Cristian Weilert

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4-H

W- Goats
Champion Market Goat- Rosston Eckroat
Reserve Champion Market Goat- Lisa Quinn
Senior Champion Showman- Mesa Eckroat
Senior Reserve Champion Showman- Konner Buxton
Junior Champion Showman- Kelli Buxton
Junior Reserve Champion Showman- Rosston Eckroat

Y- Sheep
Champion Market Lamb- Kristin Huser
Reserve Champion Market Lamb- Kristin Huser
Senior Champion Showman- Mesa Eckroat
Senior Reserve Champion Showman- Kristin Huser
Junior Champion Showman- Kirk Huser
Junior Reserve Champion Showman- Abigail Dickinson

Z- Swine
Champion Market Hog- Tanner Haselhorst
Reserve Champion Market Hog- Konnor Pfeifer
Senior Champion Showman- Konner Buxton
Senior Reserve Champion Showman- Clay Drylie
Junior Champion Showman- Kirk Huser
Junior Reserve Champion Showman- Abigail Dickinson

EE- Small Pets
Champion Small Pet- Emily Quinn
Reserve Champion Small Pet- Elizabeth Smith-Moore

HH- Rabbits
Champion Rabbit- Jacob Meis
Reserve Champion Rabbit- Jill Pokorny
Senior Champion Showman- Elizabeth Smith-Moore
Junior Champion Showman- Brittani Park
Open Class

OC 16- Quilts
Champion Adult Quilt- Janet Klaus
Reserve Champion Adult Quilt- Germaine Taggart

OC 17- Rabbits
Champion Rabbit- Jacob Meis
Reserve Champion Rabbit- Alyssa Hund
Champion Meat Pen- Lisa Quinn
Reserve Champion Meat Pen- Emily Quinn

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4-H

A- Clothing Construction
Champion Clothing- Katy Walters
Reserve Champion Clothing- Julia Werth

C- Club Banner
Champion- Buckeye Jr. Farmers

D- 4-H Energy Management
Champion- Joe Walters

E- Entomology and Bee Science
Champions- Elissa Jensen (2)
Reserve Champion- Ethan Jensen

G- Fiber Arts
Senior Champion Exhibit- Meredith Martin
Senior Reserve Champion Exhibit- Morgan Weber
Junior Champion Exhibit- Ashlyn Luetters
Junior Reserve Champion Exhibit- Maggie James

H- Foods & Nutrition
Senior Champion Foods- Michael Purvis
Senior Reserve Champion Foods- Sarah Kuhn
Junior Champion Foods- Dylan Warner
Junior Reserve Foods- Dylan Warner

N- Photography
Champions- Haley George, Kaleigh Weber, Levi Huser
Reserve Champions- Jill Pokorny, Katie Weisenborn

O- Plant Science
Horticulture:
Senior Champion- Hayden Schnuerle
Senior Reserve Champion- Elissa Jensen
Junior Champion- Katy Walters
Junior Reserve Champion- Quentin Rupp
Crops:
Champion- Jalynn Weilert
Reserve Champion- Lane Pfannenstiel

Q- Spacetech
Rocketry:
Senior Champion Rocketry/Aeronautics- Meredith Martin
Junior Champion Rocketry/Aeronautics- Nate Walters

S- Visual Arts
Senior Champion- Hayden Schnuerle
Junior Champion- William Martin
Senior Reserve Champions- Breaane Kruse
Junior Reserve Champion- Lacy Droegemeier

T- Woodworking
Champion- Meredith Martin
Reserve Champions- Dylan Werth, Brett Droegemeier

X- Horse
Champion- Jill Pokorny

Z- Swine
Champion Market Hog- Tanner Haselhorst
Reserve Champion Market Hog- Konnor Pfeifer
Senior Champion Fitting and Showing- Konner Buxton
Senior Reserve Champion Fitting and Showing- Clay Drylie
Junior Champion Fitting and Showing- Kirk Huser
Junior Reserve Champion Fitting and Showing- Abbigail Dickinson

EE Small Pets
Champion Cat- Elizabeth SmithMoore
Reserve Champion Cat- Colton Lane
Champion Hand Pet- Emily Quinn
Reserve Champion Hand Pet- Elizabeth SmithMoore

FF- Dogs
Beginner Champion Dog Showman- Callie Lane
Beginner Reserve Champion Showman- Cadence Dickey

GG- Poultry
Champion Poultry- Jacy Fischer
Reserve Champion Poultry- Laura Montgomery
Senior Champion Poultry Showman- Jill Pokorny
Senior Reserve Champion Poultry Showman- Breanne Kruse
Junior Champion Poultry Showman- Lane Fischer
Junior Reserve Champion Poultry Showman- Jacy Fischer
Champion Meat Pen- Luke Montgomery

Open Class

OC 01- Arts and Crafts
Champions- Amber Smith, Nicholas Hund
Reserve Champions- Larry Jantz, Bentley Ditter
02 Jewelry- Adult Amateur: 1st- Stephanie Demuth, 2nd- Stephanie Demuth
03 Jewelry- Child: 1st -Justin Hund, 2nd- Nicholas Hund, 3rd- Nicholas Hund
05 Holiday Item- Adult Amateur: 1st -Tammy Drylie, 2nd- Angie Sack
06 Holiday Item- Child: 1st- Bentley Ditter, 2nd- Nicholas Hund, 3rd- Brantlee Staab
08 Recycled Item- Adult Amateur: 1st- Larry Jantz, 2nd- Lela Wright, 3rd- Nicholas Newcomer
09 Recycled Item- Child: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Bentley Ditter, 3rd- Brantlee Staab
11 Memory Book- Adult Amateur: 1st – Hannah Michaud
12 Memory Book- Child: 1st- Bentley Ditter, 2nd- Kaydawn Haag
15: Bead Work- Child: 1st- Dustin Rajewski, 2nd- Bentley Ditter, 3rd- Faith Schmeidler
17 Scrapbooking- Adult Amateur: 1st- Monica Michaud, 2nd- Hannah Michaud, 3rd- Marie Schmidtberger
20 Single Scrapbook Page- Adult: 2nd- Monica Michaud
23 Ceramics Underglazed- Adult Amateur: 1st- Amber Smith, 2nd- Amber Smith, 3rd- Alana Hindman
24 Ceramics Underglazed- Child: 1st- Maraia Werth, 2nd- Maraia Werth, 3rd- Dakoda Werth
26 Ceramics Stained- Adult Amateur: 1st- Amber Smith
29 Pottery Free Formed Glazed- Adult Amateur: 1st- Hayden Schnuerle, 2nd- Hayden Schnuerle, 3rd- Rachel Becker
30 Pottery Free Formed Glazed- Child: 1st- Kolby Olmstead, 2nd- Zoe Martin, 3rd- Bailey Campbell
31 Construction Set, Legos- Child: 1st- Jeffrey Heiman, 2nd- Mark Grabbe, 3rd- Jeffrey Heiman
32 Construction Set- Erectors- Child: 1st- Zeke Haag
33 Construction Set, Other- Child: 1st- Travis Dreher, 2nd- Dakoda Werth
34 Coloring Page- Child: 2nd- Bentley Ditter, 3rd- Bentley Ditter
35 Miscellaneous- Professional: 2nd- Bonnie Brungardt
36 Miscellaneous- Adult Amateur: 1st- Larry Jantz, 2nd – Larry Jantz, 3rd- Dorothy McRae
37- Miscellaneous- Child: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Carson Werth, 3rd- Maddie Lagree
38 Tied Fleece Blanket- Adult Amateur: 2nd- Renee Michaud
39 Tied Fleece Blanket- Child: 1st- Emily James
45 Duct Tape Purse/Wallet Youth: 1st- Kaydawn Haag, 2nd- Zeke Haag

OC 02- Daycare Art
Champion- Precious Hearts

OC 03- Dog
01 Showmanship- Beginner Showmanship: Champion- Callie Lane, Reserve Champion- Cadence Dickey, 3rd – Colton Lane
04 Showmanship- Adult Showmanship: 1st- Tammy Wittman, 2nd- Brandt Brooks, 3rd- Carrie Newell

OC 04- Ellis Public Library
1st- Hannah James, 2nd- Hannah James, 3rd- Asher Haag

OC 06- Fine Arts
Champion- Jessie Carmichael,
Reserve Champion- Ryan Sterling
10 Oil Painting- Adult Amateur: 3rd- Kaylee Dewitt
11 Acrylic Painting- Adult Amateur: 1st- Kourtney Kaicy, 2nd- Darlene Arnhold
12 Water Color and Tempera- Adult Amateur: 1st- Kourtney Kaicy, 2nd- Amber Smith
13 Drawings- Adult Amateur: 1st- Jessie Carmichael, 2nd- Kendra Braun, 3rd- Kourtney Kaicy
14 Pencil, Black & White- Adult Amateur: 1st- Ryan Sterling, 2nd- Kaylee Dewitt, 3rd- Meredith Martin
15 Pencil Colored- Adult Amateur- 1st- Kaylee Dewitt, 2nd- Amber Smith, 3rd- Darlene Arnhold
16 Pastels- Adult Amateur: 1st- Jessie Carmichael, 2nd- Alana Hindman, 3rd- Kendra Braun
17 Digital Art- Adult Amateur: 2nd- Joseph Borra
18 Misc.- Adult Amateur: 1st- Amber Smith, 2nd- Kourtney Kaicy, 3rd- Alana Hindman
20 Acrylic Painting- Child: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Justin Hund, 3rd- Meg Taggart
21 Water Color & Tempera- Child: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Meg Taggart, 3rd- Caitlin Leiker
22 Drawings- Child: 1st- Alyssa Hund, 2nd- Leah Legleiter, 3rd- Stanna Flinn
23 Pencil Black & White- Child: 1st- Caitlin Leiker
24 Pencil- Colored- Child: 1st- Madison Karlin, 2nd- Leah Legleiter, 3rd- Alyssa Hund
25 Pastels- Child: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Logan Olmstead
27 Misc.- Child: 1st- Adyson Pipkin, 2nd- Heather Braun, 3rd- Caitlin Leiker

OC 07 Floriculture
Champions- Linda Stahlman, Meg Taggart
Reserve Champions- Germaine Taggart, Nicholas Hund

OC 08 Foods
Champions- Dorothy McRae, Bailey Campbell
Reserve Champions- Haley Robben, Mitchell Cambpell
02 3 Drop Cookies- Adult Amateur: 1st- John Chittenden, 2nd- Germaine Taggart
04 3 Molded Cookies- Adult Amateur: 1st- Haley Robben
06 3 Rolled Cookies- 2nd- Haley Robben
07 3 Cupcakes From Commercial Mix, Frosted- Adult Amateur: 1st- Meredith Martin, 3rd- Paula Martin
10 Cake, One Layer, Frosted- Adult Amateur:1st- Kourtney Kaicy
13 Cake, Two Layer, Frosted- Adult Amateur: 1st- Haley Robben
14 Angel Food Cake (Unfrosted)- Adult Amateur: 3rd- Roberta Martin
15 Chiffon Cake, Unfrosted- Adult Amateur: 1st- Sharon Younger
18 Quick Bread, Loaf- Adult Amateur: 3rd- Germaine Taggart
20 Yeast Bread, Loaf- Adult Amateur: 3rd- Germain Taggart
21 Yeast Bread, Rolls- Adult Amateur: 1st- Katie Klaus, 2nd- Brett Schmidt
22 Yeast Bread, Misc.- Adult Amateur: 3rd- Germaine Taggart
27- Miscellaneous- Adult Amateur: 1st- Haley Robben
29 3 Unbaked Cookies- 14 & Under: 1st- Dustin Rajewski, 2nd- Kaydawn Haag, 3rd- Kylah Warfield
30 3 Drop Cookies- 14 & Under: 1st- Leah Legleiter, 2nd- Jesse Taggart, 3rd- Bailey Campbell
31 3 Bar Cookies- 14 & Under: 1st- Conrad Vajnar
32 3 Cookies- 14 & Under: 1st- Mitchell Campbell, 2nd- Zoe Martin, 3rd- Mitchell Campbell
33 3 Cupcakes, Commercial Mix- 14 & Under: 1st- Kylah Warfield
41 Yeast Bread, Loaf- 14 & Under: 2nd- Nicholas Hund
42 Yeast Bread, Rolls- 14 & Under: 1st- Bailey Campbell, 2nd- Dylan Warner
45 Misc. – 14 & Under: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- William Martin, 3rd- Zeke Haag
47 Decorated Birthday Cake- Group: 2nd- Leah Legleiter, 3rd- Addie Legleiter
51 Sweet Spreads: 1st- Becky Pokorny
53 Pickles: 1st- Donna Maskus
54 Canned Fruits: 3rd: Becky Pokorny
56 Canned Meat: 1st- Dorothy McRae

OC 09- Garden
Champion- Stan Maskus
Reserve Champion- Mark Maskus
01 Apples: 1st- Jim Stramel
05 Potatoes: White Variety: 1st- Mark Maskus, 2nd- Stan Maskus, 3rd- Gerard Stephens
06 Potatoes: Red Variety: 1st- Gerard Stephens
10 Onion: Yellow Variety: 1st- Mark Maskus, 2nd- Gerard Stephens, 3rd- Stan Maskus
11 Onion: Red Variety: 1st- Stan Maskus, 2nd- Gerard Stephens
16 Summer Squash: 1st- Stan Maskus, 2nd- Jay Hoffman, 3rd- Jim Stramel
17 Zucchini: Slicer: 1st- Doug Beech, 2nd- Jim Stramel, 3rd- Randy Edwards
18 Zucchini: Baking: 1st- Jim Stramel, 2nd- Alyssa Hund, 3rd- Justin Hund
21 Table Beets: 1st- Stan Maskus
23 Carrots: 1st- Jude Tippy, 2nd- John Felible, 3rd- David Hoffman
29 Tomatoes: Standard Garden Variety: 1st- Nicholas Hund, 2nd- Justin Hund, 3rd- Stephanie Demuth
31 Tomatoes: Cherry: 1st- Justin Hund, 2nd- Stephanie Demuth, 3rd- Nicholas Hund
35 Rhubarb: 1st- Gerard Stephens, 2nd- Nicholas Hund
41 Garden Display Exhibit: 1st- Stan Maskus
42 Longest Cucumber: 1st- Stan Maskus
43 Garlic- Any Type: 1st- Gerard Stephens
45 Best Dressed Vegetable: 1st- Donna Maskus

OC 12- Horse
03 Yearlings: Champion- Jacqueline Gallentine
05 3 Year Old: Champion- Joseph Kimzey
06 Aged Mares: Champion- Cameron Killian, Reserve Champion- JoAnn Killian
09 Horse All Breeds Mares- 3 yr old: Champion- Taylor Weidenhaft
17 Miniature Senior Mare: Champion- Cadence Dickey, Reserve Champion- Taylor Weidenhaft
18 Miniature Senior Gelding: Champion- Taylor Weidenhaft, Reserve Champion- Keeli Kimzey
19 Disabled Rider: Champion- Cole Weiser
20 Lead Line Age 5 & Under: 1st- Shea Augustine, Cidnee Werth, Keeli Kimzey, Charlie Pope, Tate Miller
24 Western Pleasure Age 9 & Under: Champion- Tacoma Augustine
25 Western Pleasure Age 10 to 13: Champion- Taylor Weidenhaft
26 Western Pleasure Age 14 to 17: Champion- Jill Pokorny
27 Western Pleasure Age 18 & Older: 1st- Sheryl Bemis, 2nd- Tatum Kimzey, 3rd- April Pfeifer
28 Western Horsemanship Age 9 & Under: 1st- Kate Pope, Grace Pope, Tacoma Augustine, Sheryl Bemis
29 Western Horsemanship Age 10 to 13: Champion- Taylor Weidenhaft
30 Western Horsemanship Age 14 to 17: Champion- Cameron Killian
31 Western Horsemanship Age 18 & Older: 1st- April Pfeifer, 2nd- Noalee McDonald-Augustine, 3rd- Tatum Kimzey
33 Reining Age 10 to 13: Champion- Kelli Buxton
34 Reining Age 14 to 17: Champion- Jill Pokorny
35 Reining Age 18 & Older: 1st- Tatum Kimzey, 2nd- Velma Landis
36 Barrel Age 9 & Under: 1st- Tacoma Augustine, 2nd- Grace Pope, 3rd- Keeli Kimzey
37 Barrel Age 10 to 13: 1st- Jaylinn Pfeifer, 2nd- Kaylee Anglin, 3rd- Kelli Buxton
38 Barrel Age 14 to 17: 1st- Mesa Eckroat, 2nd- Jill Pokorny, 3rd- Lakin Eckroat
39 Barrel Age 18 & Older: Champion- Joseph Kimzey
40 Pole Bending Age 9 & Under: 1st- Grace Pope, 2nd- Keeli Kimzey, 3rd- Kate Pope
41 Pole Bending Age 10 to 13: 1st- Jaylinn Pfeifer, 2nd- Kaylee Anglin, 3rd- Taylor Weidenhaft
42 Pole Bending Age 14 to 17: 1st- Lakin Eckroat, 2nd- Mesa Eckroat, 3rd- Jill Pokorny
43 Pole Bending Age 18 & Older: 1st- Joseph Kimzey, 2nd- Ron McDonald, 3rd- Malea Stefan
44 Flag Race Age 9 & Under: 1st- Tacoma Augustine, 2nd- Grace Pope, 3rd- Keeli Kimzey
45 Flag Race Age 10-13: 1st- Kaylee Anglin, 2nd- Jaylinn Pfeifer, 3rd- Daylee Willey
46 Flag Race Age 14 to 17: 1st- Mesa Eckroat, 2nd- Lakin Eckroat, 3rd- Jill Pokorny
47 Flag Race Age 18 & Older: 1st- Joseph Kimzey, 2nd- Ron McDonald, 3rd- Noalee McDonald-Augustine
48 Key Hole Race Age 9 & Under: 1st- Tacoma Augustine, 2nd- Grace Pope, 3rd- Keeli Kimzey
49 Key Hole Race Age 10 t0 13: 1st- Jaylinn Pfeifer, 2nd- Kaylee Anglin, 3rd- Taylor Weidenhaft
50 Key Hole Race Age 14 to 17: 1st- Lakin Eckroat, 2nd- Mesa Eckroat, 3rd- Jill Pokorny
51 Key Hole Race Age 18 & Older: 1st- Joseph Kimzey, 2nd- Ron McDonald, 3rd- Malea Stefan
53 Hunt Seat Age 10 to 13: 1st- Taylor Weidenhaft, 2nd- Daylee Willey, 3rd- Jaylinn Pfeifer
54 Hunt Seat Age 14 to 17: 1st- Jill Pokorny
55 Hunt Seat Age 18 & Older: 1st- Tatum Kimzey, 2nd- Malea Stefan, 3rd- April Pfeifer
57 English Equitation Age 10 to 13: 1st- Taylor Weidenhaft, 2nd- Daylee Willey, 3rd- Jaylinn Pfeifer
59 English Equitation Age 18 & Older: 1st- April Pfeifer, 2nd- Tatum Kimzey, 3rd- Malea Stefan

OC 13- Needlework
Champion Adult- Germaine Taggart,
Champion Child-Nicholas Hund
Reserve Champion Adult- Janna Wright,
Reserve Champion Child- Alicia Feyerhirm

OC 14- Photography
Champion Adult- Gary Good
Champion Child- Maraia Werth
Reserve Champion Adult- Gary Schmeidler
Reserve Champion Child- Dylan Warner

OC 15- Poultry
01 Standard Breeds, Large Fowl: 1 Young Bird Either Sex: 1st- Jill Pokorny, Breanne Kruse, 2nd- Breanne Kruse, Amanda Montgomery, 3rd- Breanne Kruse, Luke Montgomery
02 Standard Breeds, Large Fowl: 1 Old Bird Either Sex: 2nd- Gerald Klaus, 2nd- Katie Klaus, 3rd- Luke Montgomery
03 Standard Breeds, Bantams: 1 Young Bird Either Sex: 1st- Jill Pokorny
04 Standard Breeds, Bantams: 1 Old Bird Either Sex: 1st- Gerald Klaus, 2nd- Katie Klaus, 3rd- Judy Klaus
05 Production Pullet: 1st- Laura Montgomery
07 Meat-Type Chicken: 1st- Luke Montgomery, 2nd- Colton Lane, 3rd- Hayden Schnuerle

OC 16- Quilts
Champion- Janet Klaus
Reserve Champion- Germaine Taggart

OC 18- Rocketry
Champion Adult- Kurt Martin
Champion Child- William Martin
Reserve Champion Adult- Steve Arthur
Reserve Champion Child- Samantha Crawford

OC 20- Scouts
Champions- Maggie James, Zeke Haag (2)
Reserve Champion- Kaydawn Haag, Zeke Haag, Shayla Meredith

OC 22- Ellis County Fair Wheat Show
Champion- Kaden Haas
Reserve Champion- Konner Haas
08 Dual Purpose Pullets: 1st- Kennedi Fischer
11 Turkeys: 1st- Nick Newcomer, 2nd- Kay Kruse
12 Ducks: 1st- Ethan Jensen, 2nd- Elissa Jensen, 3rd- Coby Fischer
13 Geese: 1st- Madeline Towns
14 Guineas: 1st- Jill Pokorny
15 Pigeon: 1st- Hayden Schnuerle

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4-H Constructed Clothing Fashion Revue

Jr. Champion – Maggie James – Ellis Sunflowers
Jr. Reserve Champion – Maggie James – Ellis Sunflowers

4-H Buymanship Clothing Fashion Revue

Sr. Girls Champion – Monica Towns – Ellis Sunflowers
Sr. Girls Reserve Champion – Monica Towns – Ellis Sunflowers

Jr. Girls Champion – Mary Claire Towns – Ellis Sunflowers
Jr. Girls Reserve Champion – Amelia Jaeger – Good Hope

Sr. Boys Champion – Anthony Walters – Buckeye Jr. Farmers
Sr. Boys Reserve Champion – Anthony Walters – Buckeye Jr. Farmers

Jr. Boys Champion – Jacob Schmeidler – Buckeye Jr. Farmers
Jr. Boys Reserve Champion – Dakota Metzler – Ellis Sunflowers

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And the winners of the Cow Milking Contest–The Cowboys!

Special thanks to these businesses supporting Ellis County 4-H:

*R AND R REPAIR
*BACONRIND APPRAISING SERVICE
*CARRICO IMPLEMENT
*CROSS MANUFACTURING
*BIEKER INSURANCE AGENCY
*AUGIE’S REPAIR, TOWING, & LOCKSMITH
*FLATLANDER DIRT WORKS
*HIGH PLAINS FARM CREDIT
*ANDY’S MUD AND CHEMICAL
*S & W SUPPLY WITH FEDERATED AUTO PARTS STORES IN THE AREA
*H & W OIL COMPANY IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN MUNJOR
*C.K. EARTHWORKS
*V.J.S. POLLED HEREFORDS
*GOLDEN BELT COOP OF ELLIS AND RIGA
*CLEM’S RUBBISH REMOVAL
*EDWARD JONES–DARRELL, JEFF, AND LINDA SIEBEL
*COMMERCE BANK
*AUTO COLLISION SPECIALISTS
*CEDAR LODGE DENTAL GROUP, DOCTORS PAUL AND JARROD JONES
*WELD TECH OWNER HEATH DORZWEILER
*JANET EHRLICH ACCOUNTING SERVICE
*NORTH GLEN ANTIQUES
*R.D.H.ELECTRIC
*KEVIN SCHUMACHER CONSTRUCTION
*HAYS K-LAWN, OWNERS KIRK MASKA & KURT VINER
*HORIZON APPLIANCE AND ELECTRONICS
*HAYSPOST.COM
*EAGLE COMMUNICATIONS…OUR COMMUNITY…CONNECTED

Ellis County Wheat Plot Tour – May 20th

Posted on May 8, 2013

Farmers make plans to join us for the Annual Ellis County Wheat Plot tour to be held on Monday, May 20th beginning at 6 p.m. Extension specialist in Agronomy, Plant Pathology & Entomology will be present to discuss varieties, diseases, and insects of wheat in our area. Following the field day a complimentary meal is provided by businesses in the county.

The Ellis County wheat plot is located one-half mile South of the junction of Fairground Road and 330th Avenue. No RSVP necessary to attend. Plot Tour starts at 6:00pm.

All interested people are invited to attend.

Ellis County Extension Offers “Eat Healthy- Be Active” Workshops

Posted on April 18, 2013April 18, 2013

The Ellis County Extension Office will offer three workshops on the theme “Eat Healthy-Be Active” to be held on three consecutive Mondays: April 22, April 29, and May 6. The time for each session is 5:30-6:30 pm at the Extension Office meeting room, 601 Main Street in Hays. The instructor for the workshops is Isaac Broeckelman, FHSU Health Promotion student. The free workshops are offered in conjunction with Walk Kansas, but are open to anyone who would like to attend. Participants may attend one or more of the workshops as desired. Please RSVP for each workshop to the Ellis County Extension Office at 785-628-9430 or [email protected].

Dates and topics include:

April 22 – Tips for Losing Weight and Keeping It Off

Healthy eating and physical activity work hand in hand to help us live healthier lives. This workshop will give tips for losing weight and/or maintaining a healthy weight. Learn how to determine your body mass index (BMI) and the amount of calories you need each day for a healthy weight. Also learn weight loss strategies such as tips to eat less, keep track of what you eat, rethink your drinks and add activity to your day.

April 29 – Make Heathy Eating Part of Your Total Lifestyle

Small changes can make a big difference. This workshop will use the “go, slow, whoa” concept for foods that should be eaten regularly and those that should be eaten only occasionally. Learn to choose more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, less sodium and added sugar, and use the Nutrition Facts label as a guide to healthier eating.

May 6 – Physical Activity is Key to Living Well

This workshop will feature the benefits of regular physical activity and specific recommendations for aerobic and strengthening activities. Learn several simple strengthening exercises which you can do at home with minimum equipment.

The public is invited to attend these educational workshops. To pre-register or for more information, contact Linda Beech at the Ellis County Extension Office, 785-628-9430.

Simple Home Modifications for Aging in Place

Posted on April 9, 2013April 9, 2013

           The Ellis County Extension Office will offer the free educational program “Simple Home Modifications for Aging in Place” on Wednesday, April 17 at 12:00 noon at the Extension Office Meeting Room, 601 Main Street in Hays.
           Aging in place means remaining in one’s home safely, independently and comfortably, with the ability to enjoy a familiar living environment throughout the maturing years. This program will feature simple, cost-effective changes that can be made to allow people to live longer in their own homes in safety and comfort.
           The guest speaker will be Kathy Lupfer-Nielson, Post Rock Extension District Agent. A minimum attendance is required, so pre-registration is important.
           Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program if desired. RSVP to the Extension Office by Monday, April 15 at 785-628-9430 or [email protected]

Extension Program on Leaving a Legacy

Posted on March 26, 2013March 26, 2013

The Ellis County Extension Office will host the program “Leaving a Legacy” on Wednesday, April 10, at 12:00 noon, at the Extension Office Meeting Room, 601 Main Street, Hays. A light lunch will be provided.

This program will give a brief overview of the major tools– some familiar, some not– that allow someone to preserve and pass on their values through their estate plan. Topics will focus on general how-to information and will not address or promote specific charities. This information will be helpful for those considering making charitable estate gifts and for charities and charity board members interested in learning about these options.

The guest speaker is Doug Beech, Planned Giving Officer for the Kansas 4-H Foundation.

To ensure adequate materials for lunch and the program, please RSVP to the Ellis County Extension Office by Monday, April 8 at 785-628-9430 or [email protected].

Extension Program Explores the Food and Mood Connection

Posted on March 19, 2013March 19, 2013

Emotional eating can get the best of anyone and contribute to overeating, which can often lead to obesity. Learn more about mood and food at the free Extension educational program “Emotional Appetite: The Food and Mood Connection” on Monday, March 25 at noon at the Ellis County Extension Office meeting room, 601 Main Street in Hays. Linda Beech, Ellis County Extension Agent, will be the speaker.

This program will discuss the differences between emotional hunger and physical hunger and identify factors associated with some specific food cravings.

Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program if desired. Beverages will be provided. To ensure adequate supplies and materials, please register by Friday by calling the Ellis County Extension Office at 785-628-9430 or email to [email protected].

Piggy Bank Beauty Contest and Story Hour for America Saves Week

Posted on February 28, 2013February 28, 2013

Ellis County Extension and Hays Public Library are partnering to sponsor the America Saves Week story hour on Saturday, March 2 at the library, 1205 Main Street in Hays. The event– in honor of America Saves Week this week– begins with silver dollar pancakes and money-theme children’s stories at 10:00 and winners of the Piggy Bank Beauty Contest are announced at 10:30 am. Prizes are provided by local financial institutions. Door prizes and parent resources will also be available.

Anyone who picked up a piggy bank for the contest should return it to the library by Friday at 5:00 pm to be considered in the judging. About 90 piggy banks were claimed for the contest.

America Saves Week at the end of February is an annual opportunity for organizations to promote good savings behavior and a chance for individuals to assess their own saving status. For more information, contact Linda Beech at the Ellis County Extension Office, 785-628-9430, or see www.kansassaves.org or www.americasavesweek.org.

It’s America Saves Week!

Posted on February 26, 2013

February 25 – March 2 is America Saves Week– an annual opportunity for organizations to promote good savings behavior and a chance for individuals to assess their own saving status.

This week, start small but think big with these suggestions from K-State Research and Extension and the Consumer Federation of America:

• Start (or add to) an emergency fund. An emergency fund is your protection against unexpected expenses or job loss.

• Track your spending. Knowing how you and your family spend money can help identify areas to reduce spending and increase saving.

• Let go of bad habits and bank your savings. Find one or two spending habits to cut back on and bank the difference.

• Take advantage of free money at work. Many employees turn down free money from their employer by not signing up for a work-related retirement program.

• Go automatic! Pay yourself first by setting up automatic transfers at your financial institution from your checking to savings account or having a portion of your paycheck directly deposited into your savings. Savers who save automatically are more likely to be successful long-term.

For more information on saving, contact the Ellis County Extension Office or visit www.kansassaves.org.

Extension Offers Program on “Seafood At Its Best”

Posted on February 20, 2013

Seafood can be a beneficial part of a healthy diet. It contributes many nutritional benefits to support a healthy heart and nervous system and reduce cancer risk. Increasing popularity and seasonal sale prices have led to the availability of more seafood options in restaurants and supermarkets. This Ellis County Extension program will explore the health benefits of eating seafood and tips for selecting, handling, storing and cooking seafood. A seafood recipe booklet is included.

The program will be presented by Linda Beech, County Extension Agent, at four locations in Ellis County:

• Monday, Mar 4, 12:00 noon, Library, Ellis

• Tuesday, Mar 5, 7:00 pm, The Elms, Victoria

• Tuesday, Mar 12, 7:00 pm, Community Center, Schoenchen

• Wednesday, Mar 13, 12:00 noon, Extension Office, Hays

Plan to attend any session which meets your schedule and location preferences. All programs are free. Bring a lunch to enjoy during the noon programs if desired.

A minimum attendance is needed for each location, so pre-registration is important. Please RSVP to the Ellis County Extension Office for all locations at 785-628-9430 or [email protected].

Walk Kansas Begins March 17; Register Teams Now

Posted on February 18, 2013

Can you meet the challenge of walking across– or around– the state? Walk Kansas is an 8-week fitness program from K-State Research and Extension encouraging teams of six people to walk for their health beginning March 17 through May 11.

Walk Kansas encourages teams of family members, friends and co-workers to cover the equivalent of the 423-mile distance across Kansas in eight weeks. If that doesn’t seem far enough, teams can sign up to walk across and back (800 miles) or the distance around the state’s perimeter (1200 miles).

The state-wide fitness program has become popular with team members sharing the goal to improve health, and also is being incorporated into worksite wellness programs. Near 20,000 Kansans participated last year.

The cost for Ellis County Walk Kansas is only $3 per person which provides statewide program support, weekly educational newsletters, learning activities, motivational prizes and a closing celebration. Participants may purchase an optional Walk Kansas t-shirt for an additional cost.

Walk Kansas is fun, motivational and a great way to build a healthy lifestyle. Pick up a team registration packet now and register your team by March 8 at the Ellis County Extension Office, 601 Main Street, Suite A, in Hays, 785-628-9430.

For more information about the local program, visit the Ellis County Extension website at www.ellis.ksu.edu or call Linda Beech, Ellis County Extension Agent for family and consumer sciences, at 785-628-9430. Information regarding the statewide program may be found at www.walkkansas.org.

Soil Fertility Following Drought & Specialty Fertilizers – Feb. 21, Liebenthal

Posted on February 15, 2013

Farmers you know the importance of fertilizer in growing your crops. But with the drought what can you expect this year on fertility needs, when is the best time to soil test and for what? What about all of the specialty fertilizer products on the market?
Come join us at a brief Soil Fertility program in Liebenthal, Thursday, February 21st at the Liebenthal Catholic Church Parish Hall at 12 noon for a free meal with the program concluding at 3 p.m.
RSVP is requested for an accurate meal count on Tuesday, February 19th by calling the Ness County Extension Office at 798-3921 or Ellis County Extension at 628-9430 for the KSU Soil Fertility Program.