The reference book is 4h rabbit resource handbook, published by ohio state university. Clair county fair project books should be placed in a white binder no larger than 2, with page 1 under the front overlay. In 4h, young people track their activities, events, learning experiences, and much more using the 4h record book. B0420c strawberries for food and profit unit 1 leaders guide. Learning activities for rabbits penn state extension. Chapters include breeding and genetics, diseases, keeping records, marketing and tanning hides. Issued in furtherance of cooperative extension work in agriculture and home economics, acts. A variety of projects are offered through 4h so members can pick the ones that most interest them. Contact your local county extension office through our county office list. The texas 4h rabbit advisory committee offers 4h members, volunteer leaders, and county extension agents an opportunity to help determine and expand the 4h rabbit program by recommending and implementing special activities and new project ideas. Book is incomplete without comments and signature from your leader. These include member manuals and records, leaders guides and other publications. One hand supports the weight of the rabbit, while the other hand controls the rabbit. Feeding rabbits naturally the urban rabbit project volume 2 craven jr, boyd, worden, rick on.
Feeding rabbits naturally the urban rabbit project volume 2. Youth can complete a project book or a record book in any project. Or they can find other young people with the same interest and study that topic with the help of a volunteer that shares the same interests. This project record book has been created specifically for 4h members enrolled in a rabbit 4h project. Learn the different body types of various breeds of rabbits. Copies of project guides may be obtained from your local virginia cooperative extension office. Pet rabbit project and record book osu extension publications. Rabbit projects ui extension 4h youth development university. Read through this book and familiarize yourself with the kinds. Telling your 4h story is an important part of reflecting on the growth and experiences of each year. Market rabbit project and record book osu extension. Record books virginia cooperative extension virginia tech.
These are the erecords that you should be using for your project. For use, when a project specific record is not available. There is also a guide for helpers of rabbit projects. D0670a the 4h water project unit 1 water conservation with the water lion pdf, 1. Recordkeeping is an ongoing process that does not end when the 4h year ends. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Learn about rabbit breeding, feeding and management by raising rabbits or completing a nonanimal rabbit project. A completed record book is not a requirement for showing at the fair as a cloverbud, but it is a good habit to teach. Rabbit montana 4h montana state university extension. The focus reflects the importance of this life skill in our daily lives. A record book is an organized method of keeping records on a project, for example beef, dairy, shooting sports, or. Cavy showmanship guinea pigs study tips 2020 poultry project guidelines. Whats hoppening rabbit 1 covers identifying breeds.
Rabbit and cavy book project book requirements the rabbit and cavy project book is required to be completed to show in the rabbit and cavy project area at the st. Rabbit showmanship instructions for rabbit tatooing. Learn about breeding, handling, showing, health and disease, pedigrees, record keeping, marketing and careers. Besides this manual, there are other good places to get information about rabbits. Klickitat county level 2 record book guide power point. The florida 4h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. Poultry project pages for use when taking more than one. List the things necessary to take care of your project animals. The virginia 4h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4h youth livestock programs endowment.
Four class rabbit breeds small 26 lbs medium over 69 lbs american fuzzy lop american sable. The purpose of 4h recordkeeping is to teach how to keep records, which is an important life skill. This record allows you to share your 4h story for the year. Level 3 of the rabbit project is designed for those who want to explore interest areas of rabbit production. Rabbit project resources 4h youth development program. Rabbit project due to the current health crisis and everchanging guidelines, additional meetings may be cancelled or postponed. Extension offices are usually found in countyseat towns. Breeding rabbit project and record book osu extension. Young people learn about animal care, health, nutrition, physiology, breeding, genetics, housing, behavior, record keeping and presenting themselves and their animals to the public. Rabbit resource handbook for breeding, market, and pet rabbit. Youth are encouraged to select from a variety of alternatives to meet their individual recordkeeping needs and learning styles.
Breeding rabbit project and record book breeding rabbits are rabbits kept for exhibition, not ones that are bred to produce offspring. Feb 18, 2014 market rabbit project and record book from ohio 4h stay safe and healthy. Record books for dog, horse, livestock and small animal projects are due to the extension office following county fair after first being graded at the club level either by the club leader or project leader or any one designated by the club and must receive a score of 70% in order to be considered complete. Rabbit project leader guide, 4h cooperative extension washington state university on. Cornell cooperative extension 4h animal project resources. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. Identify the types and grades of animals and employ efficient methods of. Acquire an understanding of rabbit production by preparing for, purchasing, caring for, and keeping records on one or more rabbits. A special collection of project books is available for free on the perfect stayathome projects web page. Market rabbit project and record book from ohio 4h. Complete this required project book every year a market rabbit project is taken.
Market, and pet rabbit projects from the ohio state university extension publications store. Rabbit record book junior 911 year olds rabbit record book intermediate 1215 year olds rabbit record book senior 1619 year olds michigan 4h rabbit project snapshot michigan 4h rabbits and cavies. It is suggested that you consult with your extension agent about using the selfdetermined project with the rabbit curriculum as a resource. A project book is a guide of activities and learning experiences that a 4her can work on individually or in a 4h club. Rabbits, rabbits, rabbits online show rabbit record book, 4h rar12 dln was developed by joy jordan, 4h curriculum specialist, loretta rodriguez, project assistant, and jessica kochert, curriculum assistant, university of florida, institute of food and agricultural sciences. Be sure to install the latest version of adobe reader to use form fields and remember to save a file to your hard drive. Click on the book you want, and when the file opens on your screen, save or print it from there.
Rabbit 4h record books give members an opportunity to record events and re. While county offices are closed and local distribution of project books is on hold, choose one of these methods. Complete this required project book every year a pet rabbit project is taken. Complete this project book every year a breeding rabbit project is taken. Attach a fair exhibitor tag to the front of the book. Selfdetermined projects self determined project guide sheet project book. Level 3 show rabbit project project record book page 2 of 21 the purpose of a rabbit animal project is to achieve the following. Im excited to officially announce the 2020 colorado colorado 4h ford truck raffle. Check back immediately preceding any event you plan to attend to confirm whether or not it is still happening.
To volunteer with 4h in your area, contact your local 4h office. Lessons include all aspects of rabbit management and the science behind it. You should treat rabbit projects as you would any other animal projects you care for, providing them with proper care, dedication and essential. However, it is equally important to emphasize the learning of life skills. It is to be used for the entire ten years of participation in the 4h rabbit project.
Through 4h, young people are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that emphasize 4h. The breed of rabbit you choose should be small and light enough for you to handle easily. Rabbit project resources for volunteers find training, project development committees pdcs and more support for volunteers on our volunteer site. To carry a rabbit, tuck the head under one arm and support the rabbit s weight by placing the other hand under the rump. Colorado 4h youth development is part of csu extension. As a helper for the rabbit project, one of your primary goals is to help youth gain knowledge about rabbits. Find training, project development committees pdcs and more support for volunteers on our volunteer site. National curriculum offers three books for grades 312 which covers topics such as breeds, fitting and showing skills, and how to develop a breeding program and keep your rabbits healthy. We offer several programs that serve our community. The youth development education program of virginia cooperative extension, 4h is rich with learning experiences in which young people partner with caring adults and volunteers in a fellowship unlike any other program available to youth today.
Good luck with your cloverbud project and remember to have fun while you are learning. Rabbit and cavy projects nys 4h youth development program. Order this book only once and use for several years. Pet rabbit project and record book, march 2017 edition, page16, crossword puzzle. Arba rabbit breed profiles 49 breeds recognized by arba, 022018 a resource for rabbit bowl ohio state fair rabbit information 2018 project enrollment for 4h and ffa members and showing animals at the ohio state fair. This project is suitable for youngsters of all ages from urban, suburban and rural communities. If enrolled without an animal, check with your extension agent for approval. That way, youll have a better understanding of what goes into a successful project and of what you can get out of it.
My 4h rabbit, cavy and small animal project record book. Rabbit project record book cornell cooperative extension. Projects offer handson ways to learn about a topic of interest. For beef, swine, lamb, goat, poultry, rabbit you will also need a quality assurance form below one per animal horse and pony. Follow your interests, gain new skills and show off your achievements with over 100 projects. For each project, members document their personal experiences, learning, and development. Breeding rabbits are rabbits kept for exhibition, not ones that are bred to produce offspring. Publications can be purchased directly from the ohio state university extension publications or from local county extension offices, where ohio 4h club advisors. Complete this project book every year a breeding rabbit. Determine what class you would enter your rabbit in based on its weight. Market rabbit record guide to accompany this project. It will help you set goals for the project year, record your accomplishments, and provide a place to keep important records on your rabbits. All record and project books linked here are pdf format and can be printed on your home printer. Michigan 4h animal market project record book beginner junior exhibitors 911.
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