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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Show Programs at Super Fair
At the Lancaster County Super Fair, 4-H/FFA show programs indicate show order and exhibitors participating in each class. All show programs will be available as printed versions at each show, and many will also be posted online in mobile-friendly view. Links will be posted at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair/programs and taken down after the fair. Continue reading…
Bagged Shavings at Super Fair
Absolutely no outside shavings or straw is allowed since the fairgrounds compost. All exhibitors must use shavings provided by the Lancaster Event Center (LEC) Fairgrounds. Special discounted 4-H/FFA price of $7 per bag (with sales tax included) will be honored for 4-H/FFA animal shows... Continue reading…
Clover Kids Animal Showmanship
At the Lancaster County Super Fair, most 4-H/FFA livestock shows and the Rabbit Specialty Show include a 4-H Clover Kids Showmanship class for 4-H members ages 5–7 (by January 1 of the current year). Participants must be enrolled in Lancaster County 4-H as a Clover Kid. Continue reading…
4-H Livestreaming at the Fair!
Lancaster County 4-H plans to livestream several animal shows and the Fashion Show at the Lancaster County Super Fair via YouTube, which will then be archived! Watch at http://www.youtube.com/user/4HLancasterNE. Schedule is posted at http://lancaster.unl.edu/liveevents.
Chicken Dinner at Super Fair, July 29
Lancaster County 4-H Council is hosting a Chicken Dinner on Friday, July 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall - Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (enter Gate 3 off Havelock, park near Exhibit Hall). Dinner features Slim Chickens chicken tenders, side dishes and dessert! Continue reading…
Silent Auction 4-H Fundraiser, July 29
Lancaster County 4-H Council will hold a silent auction fundraiser on Friday, July 29, 5–7 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall - Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (enter Gate 3 off Havelock, park near Exhibit Hall). Top bidders may pay for and pick up items after 7:30 p.m. Cash or check only. Continue reading…
Support 4-H by Eating at 4-H Food Stand
4-H Council’s food stand during the Super Fair features a variety of snacks and beverages, including the popular “Walking Taco,” snow cones and cotton candy! The Clover Cafe (in the Lincoln Room) and the Horseshoe Cafe (in the Multipurpose Arena) will be open July 28–31, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sunday closes at 8 p.m.). The food stand is Lancaster County 4-H Council’s primary fundraiser. Proceeds support 4-H youth programs, activities and scholarships. Continue reading…
Free Exhibitors Breakfast, July 31
There will be a free 4-H/FFA Exhibitors Breakfast on Sunday, July 31, 8–10 a.m. during the Super Fair in the Attraction Zone Shade Tent for 4-H/FFA exhibitors, superintendents and volunteers (note location change from preceding years). Courtesy of Cornhusker Kiwanis.
Release of Animals at Super Fair, July 31
• No exhibits are released early except for hardship/emergency reasons. In the event of extreme extenuating circumstances, exhibitors must submit an early release request form and obtain approval.
• Exhibitors must clean their stalls prior to release of animals. Continue reading…
Horse Show Policy: Only Youth May Talk to Judges/Superintendents
As Super Fair approaches, the 4-H Horse VIPS would like to remind Horse Exhibitors that ONLY YOUTH may approach judges and superintendents with questions during horse shows. This policy is in place in order to encourage our 4-H youth to become confident, caring and capable citizens... Continue reading…
Static Exhibit Release, Aug. 1
All Lancaster County Super Fair 4-H & FFA static exhibits will be released on Monday, Aug. 1, 7–11 a.m. in the Lincoln Room. All static exhibits MUST be picked up during release time. Premium payouts for static exhibits will be paid in cash on Monday, Aug. 1, 7–11 a.m. Continue reading…
Premium Payouts At Super Fair
Read carefully — premiums not picked up at the specified time will be forfeited! Review premium payouts carefully and report any errors to 4-H staff. No changes or corrections will be made on premium amounts after 14 days. Continue reading…
Animal Exhibitor Load-Out
During the Lancaster County Super Fair, at check-in, fair gate parking attendants at Gate 3 will give 4-H/FFA animal exhibitors with trailers a windshield trailer load-out pass. These passes will give vehicles with trailers access to the closest load-out zone for each animal species... Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
State Fair Contests Entry Deadline Aug. 10
Fun Fact: Most of the state 4-H contests at the Nebraska State Fair do not require youth to participate or qualify at a county-level contest, including Weed & Grass Identification, Horticulture Judging, Tree Identification, Insect Identification, Dog Skillathon, Culinary Challenge, Chicken BBQ, an Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Culinary Challenge Contest Deadline Aug. 10
The Nebraska 4-H Culinary Challenge Contest at the State Fair is for youth ages 10 and up (by January 1 of the current year) who form teams of two members. A themed table, a menu including a challenge ingredient (in 2022, the ingredient is wheat) and a technology presentation are exhibited... Continue reading…
Platte Valley Kennel Club Trick Agility Class; Register by Aug. 10
The Platte Valley Kennel Club is offering a Trick Agility Class on August 19, 8 a.m.-9 a.m., at Off the Wall Soccer, 6950 S. 110th St. in La Vista. For the first level, the dog/handler team completes 10 agility obstacles and two tricks within the time limit. For the second level, Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Seeking Photos of Top Awards At Super Fair
Extension staff are compiling photos of 4-H/FFA youth and their top exhibits for the Nebline and local newspapers. If you have photos to share, please upload to http://go.unl.edu/Lan4HPic by Aug. 5. Static Exhibit top awards are called “Top Exhibits.” Animal and contest top awards are champion and reserve champion. Continue reading…
State Fair Static Exhibits
At the Lancaster County Super Fair, 4-H static exhibits will be selected for the Nebraska State Fair by the judges in their respective areas. A purple State Fair sticker will be placed on all exhibits selected for State Fair, along with a lavender general information sheet. Continue reading…
State Fair Animal Entries Due Online Aug. 10
Animal exhibitors (4-H ages 10–18, FFA ages 10–21) are eligible to participate at the Nebraska State Fair regardless of county fair placing. To be eligible, livestock nominations and payment must have been completed online at https://showstockmgr.com by June 15. Continue reading…
State Fair Chicken BBQ Contest Deadline Aug. 10
Time to break out those grills and practice your BBQ skills! Nebraska 4-H is offering a new 4-H Chicken BBQ Contest at this year’s Nebraska State Fair! Learn more at http://go.unl.edu/4h-chicken-bbq. Contest will be Sunday, Aug. 28 at the Raising NE Building. Deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. Continue reading…
Video Companion Animal Showmanship; Submit Entries by Aug. 15
The Nebraska 4-H Video Companion Animal Showmanship Contest is open to youth ages 10–18 who are enrolled in a companion animal (including cat) project. Videos should be recorded at the youth’s home and submitted at https://4h.unl.edu/companion-animal/showmanship-contest... Continue reading…
Sportsmanship at Fairs
Good sportsmanship is a skill Nebraska 4-H strives to instill in young people all year long, especially during the fair season. As we know, young people often learn how to deal with conflict, disappointment and competition by observing the behaviors of those around them. Continue reading…
State 4-H Project Showcase; Submit Photos by Aug. 10
State 4-H wants to see your favorite project! Submit photos of your project by Wednesday, Aug. 10 to see it featured at the Nebraska State Fair. The 4-H Project Showcase is an opportunity for youth to flaunt a favorite project, a project they're particularly proud of... Continue reading…
Originally published July 29, 2022 -
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