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***BREAKING NEWS***
Extension is Modifying Services Through May 9
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, is modifying services effective March 18, through May 9, 2020 in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community. The Extension office remains open, however, we strongly encourage people to avoid coming in person to the office. Continue reading…
Extension Event Postponements, Cancellations & Changes
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), Nebraska Extension statewide is following UNL guidelines for teaching classes, workshops, etc. All teaching or gathering events through May 9 (end of UNL spring semester) are cancelled or postponed unless they can be delivered remotely... Continue reading…
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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
UNL Computer Science Summer Camp
The Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at University of Nebraska-Lincoln will present a two-week, on-campus, computer-programming camp July 12-25 for high school students (primarily the graduating class of 2021). Application deadline is March 27.
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Virtual 4-H Club Meetings Through May 31
Because of COVID-19, Nebraska Extension has decided 4-H clubs statewide may NOT meet in-person until after May 31. This has been extended from the formerly announced May 9 date. Virtual meeting options could include:
• Email communications
• Phone calls
• Group FaceTime video calls Continue reading…
4-H Resources You May Use At Home
Lancaster County 4-H is compiling a list of 4-H resources and activities 4-H families, volunteers and youth may use at home during the COVID-19 situation. The resources are categorized by Nebraska 4-H project areas. Resources are still being added — check back often!
New Online Horse Judging Lesson
Open to all 4-H’ers — need not be enrolled in a horse project. Since 4-H'ers are no longer able to meet in-person for horse judging practices, Roger Bell and Lancaster County 4-H is providing an opportunity for youth to learn and practice those skills at home. Continue reading…
New 4-H Photography Curriculum
National 4-H released new photography project books last year: “Book 1 – Photography Basics,” “Book 2 – Next Level Photography,” and “Book 3 – Mastering Photography.” These have been updated to reflect changing technology, such as moving from film to digital photography, cell phones, digital... Continue reading…
Now Is a Good Time to Start 4-H Diamond Clover Program
The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover program consists of six levels in which 4-H’ers plan and report a broad range of age-appropriate accomplishments, which could include (depending on age/level):
• Participate as a member of a 4-H club.
• Recruit a new 4-H member or participant.
• Participate in a... Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Gives Back
The Nebraska 4-H Gives Back program is an opportunity for a 4-H member or a team of 4-H’ers to make a meaningful contribution to their community. To achieve the Nebraska 4-H Gives Back honor, a 4-H member or team must complete a major service-learning project. Complete information and forms are... Continue reading…
Ag Youth Institute Deadline is April 15
The Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI) is a five-day summer program for current high school juniors and seniors to learn more about Nebraska agriculture and agricultural career opportunities. This year’s NAYI will be held July 6–10 at UNL East Campus. Students are selected to attend... Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
New in 4-H at Super Fair
See the Fair Book for detailed information about each of the following new classes or changes:
SPECIAL COUNTY EXHIBITS: “Holiday Décor.”
PHOTOGRAPHY: All new classes to correspond with the new manuals, “Photography Basics,” “Next Level Photography” and “Mastering Photography.” Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Please Re-Enroll by April 1!
The 4-H year is Oct. 1–Sept. 30 and, since it is a new 4-H year, all 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2019–2020 4-H year (even if you just enrolled in August or September). New members and fair projects may be updated through June 15.
The website to enroll or re-enroll is... Continue reading…
Bucket Calf and Bottle Goat Project Record Books Now Available
New versions of the Bucket Calf and Bottle Meat Goat Project Books are now available online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair#livestock (as Word .docx and fill-in pdfs) and at the Extension office. It is recommended to start your record book at date of birth or time of purchase of your animal.
Announcing the New 4-H Photography Showcase!
Flaunt your photography, and submit your favorite photo for a chance for it to be showcased on the Nebraska 4-H social media channels. The NEW 4-H Photography Showcase offers a project exhibition opportunity beyond traditional print media. Each month, a new photo will be selected.
Originally published March 20, 2020 -
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