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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Chick Days for small and back-yard poultry producers and youth will be held on Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Department of Animal Science, 3940 Fair St., Lincoln on UNL East Campus. Continue reading…
We are delighted to announce the Corn Yield Challenge, a prestigious contest open to 4-H members (aged 8 and older as of January 1st) and FFA members (in-school members). Continue reading…
***REMINDERS***
Nebraska 4-H has lowered the age eligibility requirements for State Fair for all in-person events to be 8 years of age. Continue reading…
February is Nebraska 4-H Month! Make plans to celebrate 4-H Month this February! Continue reading…
All Nebraska cattle producers and their families are invited to Certified Angus Beef’s Nebraska BQA Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 24th, 2024, at the Ball Room at Round the Bend Steakhouse’s in Ashland. Nebraska Volleyball coach John Cook will provide the keynote address for this year’s workshop. Continue reading…
4-H Speech & PSA Contests are open to all 4-H’ers ages 5–18. Continue reading…
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 Monday, March 4, 6–7 p.m. Continue reading…
Want to learn how to play golf or play better? Lancaster 4-H is once again partnering with the PGA Jr. League in Lincoln to provide a series of five golf lessons for ages 8-17. Continue reading…
Awarded to 6–9 students from Gage and Jefferson County Schools, including Norris High School in southern Lancaster County. Continue reading…
Make a difference this summer! The Nebraska State 4-H Camp is now hiring Program Staff and Assistants for the 2024 Summer Camp season. Youth ages 16+ encouraged to apply! Continue reading…
Exciting news! Unlock the world of data science at "Data Driven: A Statistics & Data Science Field Day!" Registration is OPEN for teams of 4 high school students! Don't have a full team? No worries! Reach out, and we'll help you find teammates! Continue reading…
Where: York County Fairgrounds
When: March 19
Registration 7:30-8:45 am
Judging starts at 9:00 am
$100 per team
Age Divisions
Junior High 6th-8th Graders Only
Open: ANYONE (9-12 gr. & Adults) Continue reading…
The 4-H Horse Stampede entry portal is open! Also, new for 2024 is the addition of elementary age group (8-10) for all contests. Continue reading…
More details at: https://horsestampede.4honline.comThe 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m. at Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th & Havelock – South Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. Continue reading…
Lincoln, Neb. —Nebraska 4-H is now accepting nominations for a new awards program to recognize the outstanding contributions of 4-H volunteers across the state. Continue reading…
CLOVER by 4-H is an online learning platform helping youth ages 5-18 become more confident, resilient and independent. CLOVER has something for everyone! Continue reading…
The 2024 Nebraska 4-H Camp series for youth ages 10-14 is called "Power of Being Green." 4-H Camp 101 is offered to youth ages 8-10. Continue reading…
The Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit is a lineup of contests held throughout the state giving youth the opportunity to perfect their skills in preparation for the Nebraska 4-H Premier Animal Science Event (PASE). Continue reading…
More details at: https://4h.unl.edu/livestock-judging-circuitLINCOLN – The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) is currently accepting applications to attend the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI), one of the biggest Ag youth outreach events in the state. Continue reading…
More details at: https://nda.nebraska.gov/nayi/The Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program is an additional opportunity for enrolled livestock project youth and is designed to promote all educational aspects of 4-H livestock projects including selection, production, leadership and exhibition. Continue reading…
Fun opportunity for 4-H youth interested in learning more about livestock judging and participating in contests throughout the state! Weekly livestock judging practices will be coached by Sarah Dilley, former Lancaster County 4-H’er and UNL Livestock Judging team member. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H will present 4-H Clover College on June 11-14 at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Clover College is four days of “hands-on” workshops for youth ages 6 & up. Continue reading…
Exciting News! Big Red Summer Academic Camps registration is NOW OPEN! Don't miss out on the opportunity to develop new skills, prepare for college, explore career paths and make lasting connections. Register today at https://4h.unl.edu/big-red-camps. Continue reading…
How do you prepare a dog for a 4-H show? How do you successfully train a dog? How are dogs judged? Learn all this and more at the 4-H Dog Workshops, held 6 p.m. on Thursdays, March 21, April 11, May 9 and May 23 at the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club, 5740 Johanna Road, Bay 4, Lincoln. Continue reading…
The 2024 Lancaster County 4-H/FFA Livestock Checklist is now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair/2024/livestock-checklist-24-updated.pdf and available at the Extension office. Continue reading…
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