Did you know that just like snowflakes, no two cows have the same pattern of spots? Perhaps you did, and you’re already a livestock expert, or maybe you just learned something new. Regardless of prior livestock knowledge, everyone is welcome in 4-H.
If you have ever wanted to learn more about livestock, be more involved in your community or even participate in a county fair, Milkyways Livestock 4-H Club is for you. From teamwork-building local service projects to rewarding campground visits, there is never a dull moment for a Milkyways member. This year, the club participated in a wide array of events including Christmas parades atop a float, creating exhibits for haunted walks, participating in local community cleanups and bringing animals to local campgrounds such as Beachcomber. There is always something to spark a member’s interest.
Every meeting is packed with different activities to expand your knowledge of animals while having fun and making friends. “We’re a close group of friends who like to have fun and work hard so that 4-H can continue to make the best better. We have a great week at the fair in the summer with our animals, family and friends,” says Jimmy Papperman (age 16).
Please contact Marcie Hughes, Milkyways 4-H club leader, and ask about attending our next meeting, which will be welcoming new members. We meet the second and fourth Thursdays of every month and currently have members from 4th grade all the way to one year out of college. Our newest member, Sage Wilson, recently joined after her close school friend, Lexi Anaya (age 12), brought her to a meeting. “We became friends in school while I was in the club and I encouraged her to join,” says Lexi. If you’re hesitant that Milkyways may not be the best extracurricular activity for you or your child, come check us out at this year’s Cape May County 4-H Fair. Club members are always around the barns (or up at our polka dot booth selling ice cold water and a frozen treat) and will be more than happy to tell you just what it means to be a Milkyway. And don’t be surprised when they tell you fun, fun and more fun!
Wildwood – So much for sneaking up on criminals. Wildwood Police riding around with steady red and blue lights on that could be seen 1/2 mile away. Why not ride around with the siren on too.
