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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Market Beef Weigh-In, March 8
4-H and FFA exhibitors showing market steers or heifers at the Lancaster County Super Fair for participation in rate of gain must weigh-in their projects at the 4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-In on Tuesday, March 8, 6–7 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Pavilion 2. Continue reading…
4-H Achievement Celebration, March 25; Please Submit Photos by March 11
4-H Achievement Celebration will be Friday, March 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. The evening’s theme is “You Make a Difference!” Please bring non-perishable food or personal care items for people in need. Continue reading…
Watch Chicks Hatch on 4-H EGG Cam
Lancaster County 4-H EGG Cam’s live cam gives you the opportunity to witness the amazing process of chicks hatching! Watch at http://go.unl.edu/eggcam.
Upcoming hatch dates: March 7–8 Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
4-H/FFA Fair Book Is Online; Mailed March 18
The Lancaster County Super Fair will be July 28–Aug. 6. 4-H & FFA exhibits and events will be July 28–31. 4-H Horse Show will be July 27–31. The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for 4-H & FFA members exhibiting in 4-H/FFA. Continue reading…
New in 4-H at Super Fair
The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for exhibiting in 4-H/FFA at the Super Fair. See the Fair Book for detailed information about each of the following new classes or changes. Continue reading…
Earn 4-H Horse Incentive Points Watching "SADDLE UP Nebraska’s Working Horses" on Nebraska Public Media!
Looking for some 4-H Horse Incentive points? Earn 10 points for watching “SADDLE UP Nebraska’s Working Horses” and writing a 1-page summary. Nebraska Public Media's newest television documentary “SADDLE UP Nebraska’s Working Horses” looks at all things equine and the people who bond with horses... Continue reading…
Order Seeds for Special Garden and Agronomy Projects by End of April
4-H families have the opportunity to participate in the special garden and/or special agronomy projects this year. The Special Garden Project is Rubenza Cosmos. The flowers of the Rubenza are unique and the petals change color as they age. The Special Agronomy Project is broomcorn sorghum... Continue reading…
Husker Horse Judging School and Contest, April 30 & May 1
Nebraska Extension is offering a horse-filled weekend with a Horse Judging School and Contest open to youth ages 10 & up, and adults. Both events will be held on University of Nebraska-Lincoln East Campus at the Animal Science Complex. Register by April 8 or late fees will apply. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Jammie Sewing Workshop, March 26; Register by March 21
4-H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make pajama or lounge wear pants or shorts at the Jammie Jamboree sewing workshop on Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m. until about 12:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms. Continue reading…
Bucket Calf Workshop, March 27; RSVP by March 25
A free Bucket Calf workshop for youth ages 8–13 and parents interested in learning about the 4-H Bucket Calf project will be held on Sunday, March 27 at 1 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – 4-H Office (near Pavilion 3). Continue reading…
4-H Club Gives Youth With Special Needs Opportunity to Show Lambs
The Unified Showing 4-H Club empowers youth with special needs by pairing them with buddies who ensure the safety of the youth showman and lamb. There will be a selection process for both showmen (ages 8–18) and buddies (ages 14–18). Applications will be accepted Jan. 1–March 13, 2022. Continue reading…
UNL Horse Clinic, March 19
University of Nebraska–Lincoln Equine Extension is hosting an “Understanding the Feel” clinic by Samantha Flannery on Saturday, March 19 from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at UNL East Campus in the Animal Science Building – RB Warren Arena. Cost is $350/rider — a $150 non-refundable deposit is required. Continue reading…
Providing Carnival-Type Games at Kiwanis Karnival is a Fun Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs
Families of 4-H members and Elliott Elementary School students are invited to attend the annual Kiwanis Karnival, a FREE family event sponsored by the Lincoln Center Kiwanis. This year, it is planned to be held on Friday, April 8, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Elliott Elementary School, 225 S. 25th St., Lincoln Continue reading…
Virtual Companion Animal Challenge Entries Due April 1
The Virtual Companion Animal Challenge offers a variety of 4-H companion animal contests that don’t require live animals, including demonstration, essay, art, photography, cat trivia and dog trivia. Youth have the opportunity to display their companion animal knowledge through these contests... Continue reading…
Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards Due April 1
Nebraska 4-H Foundation’s Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards sponsored by the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA) recognizes 4-H clubs for their efforts to serve their communities. Please note, there have been several updates to the requirements. Continue reading…
Support 4-H Through AmazonSmile
AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Lancaster County 4-H when you shop, at no cost to you. AmazonSmile is available on your web browser at http://smile.amazon.com and can be activated in the Amazon Shopping app for iOS and Android phones. Continue reading…
National 4-H Annual Index Study
Nebraska 4-H is participating in the National 4-H Annual Index, a national 4-H study designed to help us evaluate the positive youth development experience and 4-H program impacts experienced by youth across the country. If your youth are in the target age range (13-18 years old) and were enrolled Continue reading…
Nebraska Ag Youth Institute Deadline is April 15
The Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI) is a five-day program for current high school juniors and seniors to learn more about Nebraska agriculture, network with agriculture leaders and discover the many careers available in agriculture. NAYI will be held July 11–15... Continue reading…
Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit
The 2022 Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit kicks off on Feb. 13 at the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic, and there are plenty more opportunities to participate. The Circuit is a lineup of contests held throughout the state giving youth the opportunity to perfect their skills... Continue reading…
Practice Horse Judging
Do you coach, or participate in, competitive Horse Judging or Hippology? Are you looking for classes to practice? Check out this opportunity. Register for this course and you will have access to 6 classes to judge, along with the official placings, and an official critique... Continue reading…
Computer Science Camps at UNL Raikes School of Computer Science & Management
The Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is hosting two computer science camps July 10-23 on city campus for high school students who expect to enter college in the fall of 2023. Application deadline is April 15. Continue reading…
Originally published March 4, 2022 -
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