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***BREAKING NEWS***
Achievement Celebration, Rescheduled to Next Thursday
Due to weather, Lancaster County 4-H Achievement Celebration has been rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. The evening’s theme is “Celebrating Awesomeness.” Continue reading…
Lancaster County Commissioners Proclaimed Feb. 16 as 4-H Achievement Day!
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners proclaimed Feb. 16, 2023 as 4-H Achievement Day (the originally scheduled day for 4-H Achievement Celebration). The proclamation will be read at the 4-H Achievement Celebration rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m.
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
FUN Dog Agility Show, March 18: Register by March 6
Nebraska Extension will present a 4-H FUN Dog Agility Show on Saturday, March 18, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Animal Science Complex on University of Nebraska-Lincoln East Campus. Register by Monday, March 6. Continue reading…
Photography Workshop, April 1
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn how to take great photos and prepare fair exhibits on Saturday, April 1, 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…
Virtual Companion Animal Challenge Entries Due April 1
Nebraska 4-H’s statewide Virtual Companion Animal Challenge offers a variety of companion animal contests that don’t require live animals, including demonstration, essay, art, photography, cat trivia and dog trivia. 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. Recognition is in the form of a $500 grant... Continue reading…
UNL Livestock Judging Camp; Register by May 22
The 2023 Winners Unlimited University of Nebraska-Lincoln Livestock Judging Camp is designed for 4-H and FFA members ages 7-18 looking to improve their livestock evaluation and oral reason skills. It will be held at UNL East Campus on June 7-9, and students will be housed at Masengale Hall... Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Horse Judging School, Feb. 25
Horse show judges, aspiring judges, judging team coaches and youth are invited to attend the annual Nebraska 4-H Horse Judging School on Saturday, Feb. 25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Animal Science Complex on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's East Campus in Lincoln. Continue reading…
Speech & Public Service Announcement Contests, Deadline March 1
The 4-H Prepared Speech and Radio Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contests provide 4-H’ers the opportunity to learn to express themselves clearly, organize their ideas and have confidence. The Lancaster County 4-H contests are open to all 4-H’ers ages 5–18. Continue reading…
Nebraska Department of Agriculture Poster Contest, Deadline March 1
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture's annual poster contest is open to all Nebraska students (public, private and home school) in 1st–6th grades. This year’s theme is “Nebraska Agriculture Makes the Good Life Great.” Entries must be received at NDA’s office by March 1.
More information at https:/ Continue reading…
Market Beef Weigh-In, March 7
4-H and FFA exhibitors showing market steers or heifers at the Lancaster County Super Fair who want to participate in the rate of gain contest must weigh-in their projects at the 4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-In on Tuesday, March 7, 6–7 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Pavilion 2. Continue reading…
4-H Rabbit Show, March 18
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 18, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Re-Enroll by April 1!
All 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2022–23 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.! The website to enroll or re-enroll is https://v2.4honline.com. Continue reading…
First Horsemanship Level Testing April 4; Register by March 28
Now is a good time to start thinking about new 4-H horsemanship advancement level program goals! The 2023 group testings will be held at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds on the following Tuesday evenings: April 4, April 25, May 9, May 30, June 6 and June 27. Continue reading…
Attend Kiwanis Karnival, April 14
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. 4-H clubs are needed to provide carnival-type booths. This is a great community service and leadership activity! Continue reading…
Dog Virtual Trivia Contest, May 10–17
The Lancaster County 4-H Dog Virtual Trivia Contest will be available Wednesday, May 10, Noon–Wednesday, May 17, 11:59 p.m. Contest is open to 4-H’ers ages 8–18 — need not be enrolled in a specific project and do not need a dog. This year’s contest will focus on Non-Sporting, Foundation Stock... Continue reading…
Visit University of Nebraska–Lincoln to Explore Your Future
University of Nebraska-Lincoln has several opportunities for high school youth to visit campus and learn what UNL can offer your future:
• Red Letter Days full-day for juniors and seniors; $5 (Feb. 20, March 3, March 10, April 7, April 14—Jrs only)
• Husker Saturday open house for juniors... Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Camp Series Registration Now Open
Registration for the 2023 4-H camp season is open! There are a limited number of spots available this year, so we recommend families register as soon as possible. Session information and registration can be found at http://4h.unl.edu/camp. Continue reading…
Save the Date: Clover College June 20–23
Lancaster County 4-H is planning to hold 4-H Clover College on June 20–23 at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms. Clover College is four days of “hands-on” workshops for youth ages 6 & up. Continue reading…
Horse Incentive Program Forms Online
Any Lancaster County 4-H’er may participate in the horse incentive program and earn points by participating in horse-related activities. The more points you earn, the more valuable the reward! Log hours/points by participating in various horse-related activities Jan. 1–July 21. Continue reading…
4-H Club Gives Youth With Disabilities Opportunity to Show Lambs
Unified Showing is a 4-H club which empowers youth with disabilities through learning about and showing lambs with the aid of youth buddies. The club will practice once a week throughout the summer and then exhibit lambs at the 4-H Sheep Show during the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…
Pick-A-Pig Club Offers Youth Opportunity to Help Raise and Show Pigs, Deadline to Join March 15
The Pick-A-Pig 4-H club is for anyone who wants to learn about raising livestock and show a pig at the Lancaster County Super Fair. The club is open to all city and rural youth ages 8–18. Youth ages 10 and up are preferred. Pigs are provided and kept at a local farm. Continue reading…
Originally published February 17, 2023 -
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