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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
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…
Virtual Meat Judging Series
The American Meat Science Association will be hosting a virtual meat judging spring series (4 virtual meat judging contests) targeted to youth (3rd-12th grade, 4-H, FFA students, etc.). Contest dates are: March 16-18, March 30-April 1, April 13-15, April 27-29. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Photography Workshop, April 9; Register by April 4
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn how to take great photos and prepare exhibits for the fair on Saturday, April 9, 2–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No cost — all supplies will be provided. Continue reading…
4-H Cat Show/Clinic, April 9
A 4-H Cat Show/Clinic will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. Registration and check-in from 1:15–1:45 p.m. Continue reading…
Big Red Summer Academic Camps Deadline May 20
Big Red Summer Academic Camps are residential, career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. They are open to all youth grades 9th/10th–12th, including recent high school graduates. This year’s dates are June 12–17. Registration deadline is May 20. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Rabbit Show, March 19
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. Registration 7:30–8:30 a.m. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. 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…
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…
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…
UNL Chick Days, March 26; RSVP by March 20
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Chick Days for small and back-yard poultry producers and youth will be held on Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Animal Science Complex on UNL East Campus. Topics will include backyard flock health, inspection regulations... 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 Members and Leaders — Please Re-Enroll by April 1!
It’s time for youth and volunteers to re-enroll in 4-H for the 2022 4-H year! You are strongly encouraged to re-enroll by April 1, or you may miss out on communications such as Nebline, email reminders, etc.! Nebraska 4-H has transitioned to 4-H Online 2.0 at https://v2.4honline.com. Continue reading…
Volunteer Rescreening in 2022
This year, all Lancaster County direct volunteers must be rescreened through the Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Central Registry Check. Cost of the screening is $5.
For 4-H club leaders and parents/guardians who volunteer, the process will be initiated when you re-enroll... 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…
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…
Horsemanship Level Testings, April 12 & 26
Lancaster County 4-H Horsemanship Advancement Level tests must be done in group testings. The second 2022 testing will be held on Tuesday, April 26 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. Anyone wishing to be tested must sign up by Tuesday, April 19. 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…
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…
Originally published March 11, 2022 -
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