WSU Pend Oreille County Extension – Job Opening!
The WSU POC Extension Office is now hiring for the office manager position. Interested? Click the link below to view the application! Please note that the application closes on November 11, 2020, so submit yours today!
https://wsujobs.com/postings/53911
| Administrative Assistant
wsujobs.com |
Performs administrative, fiscal and graphic design work for the county director and provides office support to the county director; estimating, developing, and
Board of the Fairs Commission – Board Member Opening
Below is a message from Teresa Norman from the Washington Department of Agriculture. If any of you are interested in serving on the Board of the Fair Commission, please contact Teresa.
4-H Leader Council
The next Leader Council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place via Zoom. The Zoom link and reminder will be sent the day before the Leader Council meeting.
2020 4-H Volunteer Recognition Event This Saturday!
Join us this Saturday, November 7 at 6:00 P.M. for a virtual event celebrating and recognizing our volunteers!
A Zoom link will be available for those that wish to watch the event “live.” For those that cannot “attend” during the scheduled Zoom viewing, a recording will be available on YouTube.
The Event Link will be posted at:
https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/for-volunteers/wastate-volunteer-recognition/
“On Target Tuesdays”
Upcoming Webinars and Links to Recorded Sessions Here!
November 3rd and 10th Webinars
Register at this link:
https://wsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7KOfRul9TTm0Uewf7mxLuA
The above link, as well as biographies for all webinar presenters, can be found at https://extension.wsu.edu/pierce/4-h-on-target-tuesdays/
Recorded Webinar Links!
#1 October 6 – Jade Krolikowski – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPV50Juy5hI
#2 October 13 – Ashley Petersen – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze7Oavw4qGk&feature=youtu.be
#3 October 20 – Anna Weilbacher – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-1AmRa9lKw&feature=youtu.be
#4 October 27 – Todd Knecht/Hornaday Ammunition – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OxdfpO8JmI&feature=emb_logo
Join In! Register for Experience 4-H Virtual Zoom Classes!
December Class Added!
Experience 4-H is a monthly 40 minute introduction to 4-H programs and projects, offered to interested youth and families without obligation. Curriculum and instructors from many 4-H sources will be used. One or two sessions will be offered per month; topics will vary. This is a great way to try something new! Whether you are new to 4-H or a longtime member, you are invited to join Washington 4-H and find your spark! FREE Zoom classes are open to ages 6 – 18, unless otherwise specified. Parents must attend with youth under the age of 9. Please pre-register. After registering, you will
receive an email confirmation and class supply list.
Active Registration Links:
November 14 – Kids in the Kitchen – Bread in a Bag
https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpceyqqTouHNNEX_NCKtu4xcMQfuqHrFus
November 28 – Kids in the Kitchen – Turkey Leftovers
https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpc-2oqzIoGNBiqya769lgl7RFs6LZCUss
December 19 – Holiday Origami
https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkdOqhqzkvH9EKOnCTJGEfjHxckKtNxOuc
Questions?
Contact Toni Gwin at tgwin@wsu.edu
Youth Participation Requested!!
Survey of Youth and Animal Interaction During COVID-19
We want to know more about how young people are spending their time during social isolation from COVID-19, especially when it comes to youth and animals! Please consider asking youth age 7- 18 in your household to complete this brief survey.
https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8AD7icrMp6v9WMR
¡Queremos saber más sobre cómo los jóvenes pasan su tiempo durante el aislamiento social de COVID-19, especialmente cuando se trata de jóvenes y animales! Por favor considere pedirle a los jóvenes de 7 a 18 años en su hogar que completen esta breve encuesta.
https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8AD7icrMp6v9WMR
Oregon State University Extension Shares Information Regarding Animal Exposure to Wildfire Smoke
Oregon State University Extension has created an information resource regarding exposure of animals to wildfire smoke. Access it at this link:
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/animals-livestock/beef/animal-exposure-wildfire-smoke
COVID-19 RESOURCES
Operations Contingency Plan Templates for Horse Farms in the Event of Covid-19 and Other Emergencies Now Available From the University of Minnesota Extension
The University of Minnesota Extension Livestock Team has released a set of customizable forms that can be used to create an operations contingency plan for livestock owner’s farms. The contingency forms are meant to provide livestock owners a starting point to outline essential livestock care if they and/or their managers become sick with COVID-19 or another emergency occurs. In these situations, care would likely need to be administered by a non-household member. The contingency plan is meant to cover short-term (e.g. 30 days), essential care only and is not meant to serve as a comprehensive care plan. The intended use of these forms is for emergency planning purposes.
Operations contingency plan templates for both privately owned horse farms and boarding or training horse farms are available on the Extension Horse Website https://extension.umn.edu/horse/horse-ownership#horse-operations-contingency-plans-1599014.
Forms (fillable PDFs) must be first downloaded and saved to a computer, and then can be completed and printed. Templates are also available for dairy, beef, swine, poultry, honeybee, and small ruminant operations on the Extension website: https://extension.umn.edu/livestock-operations/preparing-livestock-emergencies.
IMPORTANT REMINDER Regarding WSU Extension Adult/Youth Interactions during COVID-19
As we are all in communication via technology with youth at this time, I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of WSU Extension’s policy on interactions. Under this policy, AT NO TIME should one adult be meeting or communicating with youth WITHOUT the presence of another adult. This policy pertains to Zoom conferences, telephone conversations, text messages, social media posts, etc. To facilitate communication, make certain to cc another adult on written communications, and invite another adult to be present during virtual meetings. The second adult is recommended to be a WSU volunteer; other adults can serve in this role if you’re in a pinch.
Jana S. Ferris
Associate Professor
Volunteer Specialist, WSU Extension
425-595-2950
A Reminder: COVID-19 Resources Available from WSU Extension
The WSU Extension COVID-19 Updates and Resources page is updated as new information becomes available. The Link to the page is https://extension.wsu.edu/covid-19/
National 4-H Council Shares Survey on COVID-19 Effects on Youth Mental Health and Loneliness
A new survey commissioned by National 4 H Council, and conducted by the Harris Poll, finds that 7 in 10 teens are struggling with their mental health in the wake of COVID-19. More than half of those surveyed shared that the pandemic has increased their feelings of loneliness, with 64 percent believing it will have a lasting impact on their mental health. The survey, conducted in May 2020, is among the first to examine the impact this unprecedented public health crisis has had on U.S. teens. The aims of the survey are to help practitioners gain a deeper understanding of the state of teen mental health and to gather teen perspectives on the issue as 4-H aims to empower young people with the resources and support to address their health and well-being head on.
Read the full article at
https://4-h.org/media/new-survey-finds-7-in-10-teens-are-struggling-with-mental-health/
WASHINGTON STATE RESOURCE GUIDE
FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
Caring for Your Family During COVID-19
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families has created a
resource for parents during COVID-19. The WASHINGTON STATE RESOURCE GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS: Caring for Your Family During COVID-19 was developed to help parents and their families navigate the pandemic and the days to follow. The publication is available at
https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/FS_0039.pdf
WSDA Shares Recommendations for Reducing COVID-19 Risk in Groups of People Caring for Groups of Animals
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has recently made some recommendations regarding reducing COVID-19 risk in animal care. The documents are available by clicking on the title below:
Cleaning and Disinfection Protocol
Group Livestock Care Instructions
Keeping Your Distance to Stay Safe
With the number of COVID-19 cases increasing every day, psychologists offer insights on how to separate yourself from others, while still getting the social support you need.
https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/social-distancing
Additional Equine Resources Added to Horse Project Page
Extension Horses COVID-19 Infographics for Equine Owners and Facilities have been added to the Horse Project page. They are located under the “Other Resources and Websites” link and are intended to provide general information.
Everyday Actions to Help Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Viruses
Here are everyday actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
A WSU hand-washing video can be accessed here.
There’s also this link to the Washington State Department of Health’s ‘WashYourHandsingTon” web page.
WSU has established an informational website that is being frequently updated – it can be found here. It has general information from the Center for Disease Control and the Washington State Department of Health.
Because of differing levels of outbreaks and risk of exposure to covid-19 and the coronavirus in different communities, please refer to your local health department and your local County Extension Office for information applicable to your community.