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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
VIRTUAL Static Exhibits/Contests Zoom Info Session
Leaders, parents and volunteers, tune in on Tuesday, June 16, 7 p.m.
Answer your questions, alleviate confusion and learn the processes about entering static exhibits virtually from Kristin and Tracy. Also hear the details about upcoming 2020 VIRTUAL contests... Continue reading…
June 15 Deadline: 4-H Member & Volunteer Online Enrollment
4-H members must enroll/re-enroll by June 15. The website to enroll is https://ne.4honline.com. The process is easy and only takes a few minutes per member or volunteer. Only parents/guardians may enroll 4-H members. Each 4-H household will need to set up a profile in which the 4-H youth and/or... Continue reading…
In-Person 4-H Club Meetings May Resume June 15
After June 15, 4-H Clubs can meet in-person. Please follow safety guidelines as outlined by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services including keeping groups to less than 25 and with each group within it not exceeding six individuals while maintaining at least six feet of separation.
Earn a New Sewing Machine!
This is the twelfth year Kath Conroy, a 4-H Clothing Superintendent, and her husband, Mike, are graciously donating a new sewing machine to one Lancaster County 4-H youth! All interested youth should submit an essay describing the clothing projects they have completed in the past and their plans... Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
4-H/FFA Animal IDs Due July 1
All 4-H/FFA sheep/goats/swine/beef/bucket calves/dairy cattle/llamas & alpacas/rabbits/horse identifications are due by July 1. If questions, contact Calvin DeVries at calvin.devries@unl.edu or 402-441-7180.
See the following handout available at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair: Lancaster... Continue reading…
4-H/FFA Livestock Booster Club Scholarships Due July 6
Applications for Lancaster County 4-H/FFA Livestock Booster Club $500 college scholarships are due July 6. Open to all Lancaster County 4-H/FFA seniors, but preference to those who have exhibited production livestock in 4-H or FFA. The application is at the Extension office and online at... Continue reading…
Virtual State 4-H Horse Show 2020 - Entries Due Online July 6
Due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, Nebraska 4-H has decided to cancel the in-person State 4-H Horse Expo. Instead, a modified Fun Horse Show & Stampede will be hosted allowing youth to compete virtually. Participants will record and submit videos and pictures of their entries using... Continue reading…
Plant Science Contests Changed to Online
The Lancaster County 4-H Plant Science contests previously planned for July 8 will be changed from in-person to online. The contests will be open to all youth, as well as adults. Youth do not need to be enrolled 4-H members to participate. Advance registration is not needed. Ribbons and premiums... Continue reading…
Virtual Presentations Contest Video Entries Due July 11
This year’s 4-H Presentations Contest will be held virtually. Register by Monday, July 6 by calling the office at 402-441-7180 and providing youth name(s), age(s) by Jan. 1 of current year, presentation title and class number. You may also email Kristin at kristin.geisert@unl.edu
to register. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Super Fair 4-H/FFA Animal Entries Must Be Submitted Online By July 1
All 4-H/FFA animal entries for the Lancaster County Super Fair must be entered online at
http://lancaster.fairmanager.com. This includes livestock/poultry exhibitor T-shirt sizes. No paper forms will be accepted! Youth must have been enrolled AND animal project(s) selected online at... Continue reading…
Online Insect Identification Contest
The Nebraska 4-H Online Insect Identification Contest provides an opportunity for participants to put their entomological knowledge to the test. The contest consists of insect identification and multiple-choice questions. Participants will gain knowledge about insects and entomology through this... Continue reading…
Online Horticulture Judging Contest
Do you know what it takes to pick the best fruit and vegetables out at the grocery store? Or do you know what judges are looking for when they judge your plants at the county fair? Have you ever wondered, what plant is that!? We are excited to offer the opportunity to learn these and other... Continue reading…
Video Companion Animal (and Cat and Pet Rabbit) Showmanship Entries Due Aug. 10
The Nebraska 4-H Video Companion Animal Showmanship Contest provides youth an opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills they have developed in their 4-H companion animal project. From cats, pet rabbits and rodents to birds, reptiles and amphibians, 4-H youth are invited to record a 3–5... Continue reading…
Companion Rabbit Science Online Course
A new Companion Rabbit Science Online Course is now available for 4-H youth. The target age is middle school, but could be done by other ages as well. The course covers anatomy, physiology, health and nutrition as care of companion rabbits. Free!
In-person Nebraska 4-H Camps canceled, new virtual 4-H Camps offered!
Although in-person Nebraska 4-H Camps have been canceled for this summer, new virtual 4-H Campus are now being offered. Additional information is available at https://4h.unl.edu/camps-centers/summer-2020
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!
Originally published June 12, 2020 -
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