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***BREAKING NEWS***
Achievement Celebration Results Online
Lancaster County 4-H and 4-H Council presented the Lancaster County 4-H Achievement Celebration on Thursday, Feb. 23. 4-H members, clubs and leaders were recognized for their 2022 achievements. The complete list of achievements are online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/achievement. Continue reading…
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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
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.
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Now is a Good Time to Plan 4-H Goals for the Year
Nebraska 4-H offers several programs for 4-H members to plan and report age-appropriate accomplishments and get recognition! Now is a good time for 4-H’ers to plan their goals for this year. Continue reading…
Illustrated Presentation Contest, April 22; Register by April 17
This year’s Lancaster County 4-H Illustrated Presentation Contest will be Saturday, April 22, starting at 9 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all 4-H’ers ages 8–18 — need not be enrolled in a specific project. Continue reading…
Intro to Basic Horse Management Workshop Series in May; Register by April 17 to Receive Materials
Nebraska Extension is presenting an "Introduction to Basic Horse Management" workshop series via Zoom, open to all who are interested in learning more about horses. 4-H leaders, parents and youth are welcome. Expand on your horse knowledge and ask questions! Continue reading…
Come Learn With Carla Horse Clinic, June 3 in Lincoln; Register by May 5
Nebraska Extension is presenting a "Come Learn With Carla Clinic" at three locations across the state, including one in Lincoln on Saturday, June 3 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds, Pavilion 3. Tentative start time of first session is 9 a.m. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
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…
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…
Horse Stampede March 25; Entries Due March 6
The statewide 4-H Horse Stampede is planned for Saturday, March 25 on UNL East Campus. This event offers a variety of 4-H horse contests that don’t require live horses, including public speaking, demonstration, quiz bowl, art and photography. NEW THIS YEAR — All entries will be done online... 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Originally published February 24, 2023 -
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