4-H - Lancaster County March E-Newsletter

4-H/FFA Fair Books Will be Mailed March 8

The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for 4-H & FFA members exhibiting in 4-H/FFA.The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for 4-H & FFA members exhibiting in 4-H/FFA. Fair Books are scheduled to be mailed on March 8. The Fair Book is posted online now. The Lancaster County Super Fair will be Thursday, Aug. 4–Saturday, Aug. 13.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/98ne
 

Pick-A-Pig Club Accepting New Members -- Deadline March 1

The highlight of 4-H year for the Pick-A-Pig club is the Lancaster County Super Fair, where members compete in the 4-H Swine Show and are completely responsible for feeding, watering, grooming, stall cleaning and herdsmanship of their pigs.The Pick-A-Pig 4-H club is accepting new members for anyone who wants to learn about pork production and show a pig at the Lancaster County Super Fair. The club is open to all city and rural youth ages 8–18. If you are interested, contact Harry Muhlbach at 402-430-7304 by March 1.

 

Jammie Workshop, March 12

4-H youth can practice their basic sewing skills at the “Jammie Jamboree” workshop.4-H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make jammie bottoms at the “Jammie Jamboree” sewing workshop on Saturday, March 12, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road. Sign up by March 10 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…

 

Spring Rabbit Show, March 19

The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show is a great opportunity for youth to talk to other 4-H’ers about where to purchase a good rabbit for a 4-H project!The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Exhibit Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18. Awards will be given, including best of breed. Rabbit Quiz and Breed Identification contests are free. Registrations 7:30-8:30 a.m.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/q59e
 

Furniture Painting Workshop, April 16

At the Furniture Painting Workshop, youth will learn how to prepare new and used wood furniture by sanding, sealing, painting and finishing. 4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a furniture painting workshop on Saturday, April 16, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road. No cost to attend. Adults are welcome to attend to help youth. Register by April 14 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…

 

New 4-H/FFA Livestock Identification Requirements

Paper identification forms are no longer required for Nebraska State Fair or AKSARBEN animals — the DNA will serve as the nomination. Market beef needs to be identified by April 15; sheep, hogs and goats by June 15. All livestock ONLY being shown at county fair will need a paper identification form. Continue reading…

 

Clover College Instructors Needed

One of the workshops at last year's Clover College was "Science in Your Kitchen."4-H Clover College is four days of fun-filled, hands-on workshops for youth ages 6 and up, June 14–17 at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. If you have workshop ideas or would like to teach a workshop or volunteer to help, please contact Tracy at 402-441-7180 or tanderson14@unl.edu.

 

4-H Spotlight Newsletter for Volunteers

Nebraska's "Spotlight on 4-H Newsletter" is  packed with information and resources to educate, inform and motivate 4-H members and families.Nebraska’s “Spotlight on 4-H Newsletter” for 4-H volunteers, members and families is posted online. February topics include:
• 4-H and Positive Youth Development
• 4HOnline
• Creating Dynamic Leaders
• 4-H Career Connections
• 4-H Robotics
• MyPlate for MyHeath

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/h2yq
 

4-H Camp Scholarships

4-H Council will award full scholarships for a select number of Lancaster County 4-H members to attend a summer camp at either Nebraska 4-H Camp location: Gretna or Halsey! Applicants must be age 8 or older and currently enrolled in 4-H. Preference given to applications submitted by March 1.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/campsch
 

UNL East Campus Visit Day, March 31

Visiting campus is the best way to experience University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Experience the Power of Red — Spring Edition Visit Day will be Thursday, March 31. You’ll learn how the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources prepares students for careers in everything from animals to plants, soil to climate, golf to business, and food to leadership.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/qhrp
 
Originally published February 26, 2016 - Submit an Item