2013 Resource Guide - 4-H Ontario

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT:
HORSE CLUB
SHEEP
In this project you’ll learn about health, nutrition, breeding,
lambing, selection, housing, transportation, marketing and
animal welfare. Showmanship and judging will be covered
too. It’s safe to say “ewe’ll” know a thing or two about
sheep after completing this project.
SWINE
This project will teach you how to provide consumers with
lean, nutritious and residue free pork. Plan to learn about
breeding, health, nutrition, housing and management.
VETERINARY
This project is a fun and interactive way to teach some
basics of veterinary care. Diseases, animal anatomy and
genetics are just some of the topics covered. Best of
all you may even have the opportunity to go behind the
scenes at a vet clinic or visit an animal research centre.
ARTS & CRAFTS
THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY
What types of cameras are there? What makes up a
camera and how does it work? In this project, you’ll explore
the world of cameras including: camera technology, different
resolutions, how to print pictures from your computer
and what makes a great camera.
EXPLORING PHOTOGRAPHY F
Learn to take beautiful photographs no matter what your
age or experience level is. This project focuses on the
basics of film cameras and how to use this type of camera
to capture a spectacular image.
CRAFT PROJECT
Work with your hands and be creative! Learn about a
variety of craft techniques, mediums, and basic colour and
design concepts. The practical skills of crocheting, using
nature in crafts, needlework, painting and quilting can all
be developed.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Explore different types of photography as you learn how
your camera works, all on your way to becoming a better
photographer. Have fun, develop your own style and learn
how to take great pictures!
HOME DECOR PLANNING
Learn techniques to add the touches to make a house a
home. Develop your own style by adding personal flair
Krista Simpson is a Carleton 4-H member who has
participated in the Carleton Horse Club for four years.
“You learn a lot about your horse, you get to meet
new people, and we’ve even gone on a few stable
tours including a mustang and polo farm. With different
project books every year, I continue to learn new
stuff that I never would have known,” she shares.
to your decorating plan through window treatments and
home accents. This project is sure to bring out the interior
designer in you.
SCRAPBOOKING
Experience the creative process of building wonderful
pages and memories through the art of scrapbooking.
Learn the how-to’s including photo care, cropping, storage,
scrap recovery and journaling. An advanced level project
covering digital scrapbooking, mini albums, genealogy and
much more, is also available.
SEW EASY F
This project is a great opportunity to get acquainted with
the world of sewing. You’ll learn how to use a sewing
machine, how to select and read a pattern, how to measure
fabrics and fine tune the fit. Once you’ve learned the
basics, you’ll have the opportunity to design and construct
your own clothes. It’s a pretty cool experience!
SEWING PLUS F
This step up from Sew Easy will take your garments to
the next level. You’ll add a little flair and pizzazz to your
newly constructed clothing by learning sewing techniques
for pockets, facings, collars, cuffs, topstitching and hems.
Cool games like “Big Shirt Bingo” and “Sewing Crosswords”
will help you remember these helpful tips.
WEARABLE ART F
What is wearable art? How do you make it? How is it
worn? All the answers are up to you and your creativity.
Create your own jewelry and appliqués and learn to work
with leather, metal, thread, paper and dye.
WOODWORKING F
Ever wanted to try your hand at woodworking but didn’t
have the tools? This project is a great opportunity to partake
in some wood working fun and all you need to bring
is your creativity. Bird feeders and musical instruments are
just a couple of the things you could make. Two project
levels are offered–one for beginners and one for the more
experienced
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