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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
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…
Learn and Have Fun with Science in New 4-H STEM Program! Register by March 16
Are you 10–14 years old? Are you curious? Do you like having fun with hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities? Do you want to learn what science is? Participate in the new 4-H STEM Program led by Dr. Christian Stephenson, a University of Nebraska–Lincoln professor... Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
4-H/FFA Fair Book Is Online and Has Been Mailed
The 2023 Lancaster County Super Fair will be Aug. 3–12 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H & FFA Exhibits & Events will be Aug. 3–6, and 4-H Horse Shows Aug. 2–6. 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 2023 Lancaster County Super Fair will be Aug. 3–12 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H & FFA Exhibits & Events will be Aug. 3–6, and 4-H Horse Shows Aug. 2–6. The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for exhibiting in 4-H/FFA at the Super Fair. Continue reading…
Pick Up Awards From Achievement Celebration, Horse Awards Night, Etc.
There are many 4-H awards, certificates and horse incentive rewards at the Extension office to be picked up from this and last year's Achievement Celebration and Horse Awards Night. Please pick up your items(s) at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln... Continue reading…
4-H Alum T-shirts Free for Seniors; Also Available for Sale
Lancaster County 4-H seniors who graduate in spring 2023 are eligible for a free 4-H alum T-Shirt, courtesy of Lancaster County 4-H Council. If seniors have not already received their shirt, they may pick it up at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office at 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. 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 Mrs. Burns’ Lemon Basil. Lemon basil has a unique lemon flavor and can be added to any recipe or to cut flower arrangements to add scent and interest. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
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…
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…
UNL Chick Days, March 25; Register by March 20
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Chick Days for small and backyard poultry producers and youth will be held on Saturday, March 25, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Department of Animal Science, 3940 Fair St., Lincoln on UNL East Campus. Register by Monday, March 20. 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…
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…
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…
Furniture & Home Decor Painting Workshop, April 15; Register by April 10
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Furniture & Home Decor Painting workshop on Saturday, April 15, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No cost to attend. Continue reading…
Ag Youth Institute Deadline is April 15
The Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI) brings together hundreds of high school juniors and seniors for one week every year to learn more about Nebraska agriculture, network with ag leaders and discover the many careers available in agriculture. 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…
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…
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…
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…
Nebraska 4-H Community Service Showcase
Have you or your club completed a service project recently? Nebraska 4-H wants to hear all about it! Submit your project at https://4h.unl.edu/community-service-showcase for a chance to see it showcased on Nebraska 4-H social media channels, including on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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…
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…
Originally published March 10, 2023 -
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