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New Germany Organizations Carver County 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Program 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife (SS&WL) program is designed for youth to build skills in the safe use of ﬁ rearms and archery, and learn the importance of protecting Minnesota’s natural resources. Participants in the program must complete 15 hours of instruction in a speciﬁ c discipline to qualify for the state competition their ﬁ rst year of participation and then eight hours every year after that. The project area covers the following disciplines: wildlife, archery, air riﬂ e, air pistol, BB, tomahawk, black powder, and trap. Age requirements are listed on the website for each discipline. This 4-H project group meets in New Germany each year from January through March, which allows the group to practice indoors during the winter months, helping them complete necessary hours for both county and state shoot competitions. During April through August, the group meets at the Carver County Sportsman Club. The youth are taught by certiﬁ ed instructors who are 4-H volunteers in the Carver County 4-H program. For further information about the 4-H Shooting Sports and Wildlife Program, contact �� H ollywood C atering C o . Offsite food and liquor service 24 the Carver County 4-H Extension Ofﬁ ce at 952- 466-5300, or visit https://local.extension.umn. edu/local/carver/4-h. 4-H Clubs In 4-H, young people build the skills they need for a lifetime – they learn and lead with the support of caring adults. 4-H’ers can design their own activities, or take part in a structured one. Youth learn by doing. This learning model teaches them life skills, such as problem-solving, decision-making, coping, communicating, and teamwork. Area 4-H clubs include: Mayer Riverside 4- H Club, Watertown Willing Workers 4-H Club, New Horizons 4-H Club,Youngwood 4-H Club, Pleasant Valley 4-H Club, and Waconia Whiz Kids 4-H Club. Anyone interested in more information about these clubs or Carver County 4-H in general should call the Carver County Extension Ofﬁ ce at 952-466-5300, or stop by at 11360 Highway 212 Ste. 4, Cologne, MN 55322. More information is also available at https://www3. extension.umn.edu/local/carver/4-H/article/ carver-county-4-h-membership-information- center, or email the extension ofﬁ ce at mnext- [email protected]. New Germany American Legion The New Germany American Legion was formed in 1946. It provides color guard assembly for funerals and parades, commemorates Memorial Day, and hosts turkey bingo at Thanksgiving. Roger Sauerbrey is the post commander. The Legion Club regularly meets at 6:30 p.m. in the New Germany City Hall, the ﬁ rst Monday of the month, beginning in September, through May. The club also hosts a banquet in June for its members. The post has available for purchase 3-foot- by-5-foot and 4-foot-by-6-foot American ﬂ ags, and also has wheelchairs, crutches, and walkers to loan. For more information about the Legion, contact Roger Sauerbrey at 952-657-2431. New Germany Commercial Club The New Germany Commercial Club was ﬁ rst organized by local businessmen in 1934, and later opened up to community members in the ‘70s. It is a volunteer organization created to advance community interest and civic participation in providing area residents and visitors with recreational facilities and family- oriented activities. The club is active in maintaining a men’s softball league during the summer months. If interested in joining a softball team, call Eric at 952-353-2285. The New Germany Commercial Club also co-hosts a men’s state softball tournament with the Hollywood Sports Complex. Guide to Mayer & New Germany 2019-2020

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