***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Horse Levels Testing Prep Clinic, Deadline TODAY
Horse VIPS Committee is presenting a free 4-H Advancement Levels Testing Prep Clinic on Saturday, March 31, 1-3 p.m. at Wilderness Stable, 200 W. Calvert, Lincoln. Advancement Levels 3 & 4 information will be 3-4 p.m. RSVP by Friday, March 23 to Kate at 402-441-7180 or kpulec3@unl.edu.
MyPI Disaster Preparedness Program for Teens
My Preparedness Initiative (MyPI) is a great opportunity for teens wanting to build life saving skill sets! A series of trainings begin Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. The deadline for applications is Saturday, March 31.
Please Re-Enroll Before April 1
4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll every year! Current 4-H members and volunteers who have not re-enrolled on the 4-H enrollment website 4HOnline since Oct. 1 are no longer officially enrolled members. You are strongly encouraged to re-enroll by April 1 or you may miss out on... Continue reading…
***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Fair Book Was Mailed March 20
The 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for exhibiting in 4-H/FFA at the Lancaster County Super Fair, which will be Aug. 2-5, 2018. The Fair Book was mailed to 4-H/FFA families about March 20. It is also online and indicates changes from last year's Fair Book in green text.
UNL Animal Science Experience, April 18
Any high school student interested in Animal Science as a major is invited to tour the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Animal Science Complex, attend a class and participate in a lab experience as part of the 2018 Animal Science Experience on Wednesday, April 18. Register by April 11.
Spring Fling Horse Dressage Schooling Show, May 5
The annual Spring Fling Dressage Schooling Show will be held on Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Pavilion 3. New this year is "Ride-A-Test" opportunities on May 6. Entries due April 25.
Clothing Level 1 Workshop, May 6
Clothing Superintendent Kath Conroy will teach a 4-H Clothing Level 1 Workshop, “What You Need to Know,” on Sunday, May 6, 1:30–3 p.m. at the JOANN Fabrics and Crafts store, East Park Plaza, 220 N. 66th St., Lincoln. This free workshop is designed to answer all questions and provide a great start. Continue reading…
***REMINDERS***
Horsemanship Level Testings, April 10 & 24
The first 2018 riding skills level testing will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 5:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center in the Amy Countryman Arena. Anyone wishing to be tested must sign-up by April 3 by contacting Kate Pulec at kpulec3@unl.edu or 402-441-7180. A second testing is scheduled... Continue reading…
Poultry Judging Clinic, April 21
A 4-H Poultry Judging Clinic will be held on Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Animal Science Building on UNL East Campus. Cost is $10. Registration deadline is April 13. The judging manual may be purchased from the Extension office or at the clinic for $8.
New in 4-H at Super Fair
A summary of new in 4-H at the Lancaster County Super Fair includes:
• New Exhibit Opportunities
• 4-H/FFA and Open Class Static Exhibits on Display at Same Time
• Animal Entries Must be Submitted Online Continue reading…
February Spotlight Newsletter Posted Online
Nebraska's “Spotlight on 4-H Newsletter” for 4-H volunteers, members and families is packed with information and resources. February topics include:
• Code of Conduct
• Club Meetings: An Essential Part of the 4-H Experience
• Team Building
• Human Development Project
• Service Learning
Originally published March 23, 2018 -
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