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Show PAGE MAY 24, 2013 SUMMIT COUNTY NEWS A4 4\Rcs Conservation Corner Look out Elvis; move over Justin Beiber, some new heartthrobs are coming to town Riser pipe irrigation systems BY JENNIFER WEST An efficient irrigation system will promote water conservation, minimize soil erosion, minimize plant nutrient loss and protect the quantity and quality of water. One of the biggest projects NRCS provides technical and cost share assistance for is in upgrading irrigation systems for agricultural producers. Many landowners who come to us for advice and planning are using traditional flood irrigation systems, from an open ditch, to water their crops. There are several options that can be used to streamline this process, one of which is a riser pipe irrigation system. The Weber River Team recently toured a newly implemented riser pipe irrigation project in Morgan County. Riser pipe irrigation is still considered a type of flood irrigation but with more control and precise watering techniques. With traditional flood irrigation it would take 4-5 days to irrigate a field and would not produce optimal water efficiency. Danny McBride, Area Resource Conservationist, states that "with riser pipe irrigation and proper land leveling, an entire field can be watered in a 6 - 8 hour period of time". Originally the riser pipes were designed with PVC pipe, however the PVC would breakdown over time and become brittle and need to be replaced. A newer type of pipe called HDPE (High Density Polyethylene Pipe) was used in this project and is manufactured in North Salt Lake. There is a mainline pipe that runs under the ground along the edge of the field where a riser pipe is welded directly onto the mainline with an HDPE weld. No holes are drilled in the pipe, as in the previous design, thereby providing a stronger and more resilient system which is less likely to leak and break down over time. On the first irrigation of the season the mainline pipe will need to fill with water, which will require some time, however once it is charged with water it is ready for constant, on demand irrigation for the rest of the season. Stand pipes are removed 4 - 6 at a time (depending on water pressure and field size) to irrigate field sections. Pipes are then placed back in the holes where a gasket seals them into the riser pipe, which has been welded into the mainline, and a new section of stand pipes are removed to water more of the field. At the end of the season the mainline is drained and the process is repeated in the spring. The District Conservationist for the Weber River Team, Craig McKnight, states that "water savings from this from of conveyance is a benefit to plants, soil, water quality and conservation". If you have questions regarding riser pipe irrigation systems or other irrigation practices please contact our Ogden Field Office at (801) 629-0575 or the Coalville Field Office at (435) 336-5853. NRCS is an equal opportunity provider and employer. New Summit County 4-H Robotics Program On Thursday, May 16, the audience in the SSMS auditorium were sent by time warp music magic to the 1950's era of music. Harry Bellefonte AKA Kyler Dick sent us straight to memory lane with the romantic tones of "In the Still of the Night". The night was complete with 3 Elvises, and 4 Patsy Clines. We heard Sh-Booms and Doo-wops and Love Potion #9 till the entire room was filled with smiles and oozing memories. Principal Wade made an appearance as the Captain with the Manly Men of the South Pacific. The sweet harmonies and clear tones of the Middle school Honor Choir made an enjoyable experience for all attending. The evening ended with our own Jambalaya Band with Sandy Scow, Merry, Hoyt, Ellie Butikofer, Annie Crowther and Michael Flinders accompanying the choir and audience in a rousing rendition of Hank Williams Jambalaya. Here's to our SOLOISTS: In the Still of the Night - Kyler Dick; Earth Angel - Tychsen, Brooklyn Woolstenhulme; Life Could Be a Dream, Kyler Dick, Jaden Russell, and Dalton Santos; Book of Love Kyler Dick, Alayna Hansen, Dalton Santos; Mr. Lee Alexia Daugaard, Ayla Pollick, Raina Stagg; Why Do Fools Fall in Love? - Karime Carbajal, Shelby Halls, Shelby Rydalch; Love Me Tender Emma Morrison, Fallon Richmond, Samantha Rogers, with Shelby Rydalch on guitar; ELVIS - Kyler Dick, Jaden Russell, Dalton Santos Can't Help Falling in Love - Jaden Russell, Shelby Rydalch; 'Til There Was You Claire Davis, Alayna Hansen, Michelle Weller; Harry Belafonte - Kyler Dick; Patsy Cline - Walkin' After Midnight Alexia Daugaard, Ashley Gubler, Cali Keyes; Patsy Cline - Crazy - Shelby Halls; Hank Williams - Jambalaya Kyler Dick Choir members: Kaitlyn Adair, Karime Carbajal, Alexia Daugaard, Claire Davis, Kyler Dick, Ashley Gubler, Shelby Halls, Alayna Hansen, Cali Keyes, Jaydin Koch, Emma Morrison, Ayla Pollick, Fallon Richmond, Samantha Rogers, Jaden Russell, Shelby Rydalch, Dalton Santos, Raina Stagg, Bailee Tychsen, Michelle Weller, and Brooklyn Woolstenhulme. Special thanks to Hoyt Atkinson Sound, Hayley Bayles, Cassi Dick, Rilley Dick, Merry Hoyt, Sheri-Kaye Leavitt, Ron Christensen, and Mrs. Clegg's Spanish classes! Alayna Hansen, Billie Jo Butikofer, Maddee Johnson, Izzy Archibald, Beth Leavitt, Autumn Lucas, Emily Eubanks, Olivia Lee, Ryanna Stevens, Hannah Peterson, Kamryn Averett, Paige Jones, Amy Lair, Hannah Hatch, Aspen Russell, Sydney Louder, Mylee Snyder, Amber Gines, April Kunz, The Manly Men of the South Pacific, Wade Woolstenhulme and South Summit School District, Stephanie Clegg, Shelby Halls, and AJacks Welding. The 2013 Miss Summit County Rodeo Queen and Little Buckaroo Rodeo Queen Deadline extended Summit County 4-H is launching a robotics program for youth. This program will be open to any youth interested in participating in FIRST LEGO League (FLL; youth aged 9-14) or FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC; youth aged 12-18) competitions, or any youth just interested in learning more about robotics, but not participating in competitions. Robotics clubs provide a wonderful opportunity for youth to develop new skills, learn to work as a team, meet new people, and have fun. Members of robotics clubs learn computer program- ming and engineering principals as they design, build, and program a robot. Through this process youth will develop problemsolving, organizational, and team-building skills and apply those skills to realworld problems. There are many benefits of being a part of a 4-H robotics club, including challenge nights, group workshops, expert speakers, and the use of robotics equipment. Funding is available to provide the first four teams that register with robotics kits, software, a laptop computer, and the registration fee to enter FIRST LEGO League or FIRST Tech Challenge competitions if the club decides to compete. Volunteers are needed to help serve as club leaders (no robotics experience necessary - we'll train you!) and mentors for topics such as engineering, computer programming, teamwork, and natural disasters. For more information visit: http: / / www.swanerecocenter.org / education-calendar / youth-programs / 4-hrobotics-teams.html or contact Sally Upton at sally.upton@usu.edu or (435) 797-8938. Food Stamps accepted at Farmers Market Food stamps will be accepted at the new L'Oakley Grown Community Market's farmers market this summer. "It is important to us that everyone can benefit from the fresh produce and other healthy items at the farmers market," said Allison Stuart, a health educator with the Summit County Health Department. "Accepting food stamps is one way to do this." Shoppers who want to use their food stamp benefits at the L'Oakley Grown farmers market can purchase tokens with their Horizon (EBT) card at the information booth. The tokens act like cash at the farmers market, and can be spent on fruit, vegetables, dairy, bread and baked goods, meat, and other approved items. Tokens will be sold in one-dollar increments. The market organizers hope that placing the pointof-sale terminal at the infor- mation booth will reduce concerns about feeling "singled out" as food stamp recipients. Credit and debit card users will also be able to purchase market tokens (an alternative to the ATM machine), so food stamp recipients will not be the only people shopping with tokens. In addition to accepting food stamps, the L'Oakley Grown Community Market will go one step further by offering a matching program. The matching program will offer people who shop with food stamps an extra $1 token for each dollar they spend with their Horizon card, up to a $5 bonus. The extra tokens will enable food stamp recipients to purchase more at the farmers market. The farmers will also benefit from the extra funds in circulation. The matching program will continue until the allocated funds run out. The L'Oakley Grown Community Market will take place on the grassy area of Cattleman's Hall (911 W Center Street, Oakley, UT). It will be open Saturdays, June 29-Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. To learn more about food stamp eligibility requirements, visit the Utahns Against Hunger website at www.uah.org; or, stop by a local Department of Workforce Services (DWS) office. Utahns Against Hunger will also be at the market to answer questions on June 29. This food stamp acceptance program is made possible through a partnership between the L'Oakley Grown Community Market and Summit County Health Department, with grant funding from the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation and Utahns Against Hunger. Fresh vegetables were popular at last year's farmers market during the Summit County Fair. This year, people will also be able to purchase fresh produce with food stamps. that enjoy rodeo as a professional sport. For and application please visit www. summitcountyfaitorg, visit the fair office or call 435.336.3249 This year the tradition con- tinues of The Summit County Fair. The event has been a part of the County's cultural and social fabric since the early 1900's, now 100 years later the fair is still an active part of Summit County. Jimbo's Helpers Jim McCleary • 801-699-8924 • jimhotski@aol.com The 2013 Miss Summit County Rodeo Queen and Little Buckaroo Rodeo Queen contest application deadline has been extended to Wednesday, May 29, 2013. The event will be held on June 8 at the Summit County Fairgrounds, 202 East Park Road, Coalville. Miss Summit County Rodeo Queens serve as ambassadors for Summit County and of rodeo to the general public, portraying excellence in sportsmanship, high moral and ethical character, and reflects careful and humane treatment of animals. She must understand the sport of rodeo and the people We do what you need! Jimbos' Helpers Small Dump Truck&Backhoe Services:Garden Rototil I ing&Yard Clean Ups:Lawn Mowing: Concrete Flatwork:Etc. Concrete: Moving: Snow Plowing: Patios Car Transports Sidewalks Driveways Sealing Furniture Hauling Plow Removal Firewood Hauling Compacting •111111111111 SATURDAYS THIS SUMMER in OAKLEY, UTAH! of* June 29th August 10th, 10am - 3pm ** ** ** ** ** ** - nip* comni.4.4.vatu Mc ViZet of stou.frwit aow_vvt Free Kids Activities * Live Music * Non Profits Artisans & Crafters * Sustainable Issues Farmers Market * Local Produce * Gourmet Food Applications are being accepted for: VENDORS • FARMERS • ENTERTAINERS • VOLUNTEERS visit www.loakleymarket.com or call 435-714-4036 for more information! |