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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
New 4-H Poultry Workshop Series in April
Learning opportunity for 4-H youth (ages 8 & up.) Join us for a fun, 4-week interactive workshop series focusing on a variety of poultry topics!
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4-H Robotics Expansion Event, March 15-16
The Robotics Expansion Event is an exciting showcase of innovation and collaboration in the field of robotics. Join us on March 15-16, 2024, for a two-day event filled with thrilling competitions, demonstrations and networking opportunities. Continue reading…
Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training, April 18; Register by April 8
New leaders, experienced leaders, volunteers and parents are invited to attend a 4-H Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training on Thursday, April 18, 9 a.m. via Zoom or in-person at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Horse Dressage Schooling Show, April 20; Entries due April 8
The annual Spring Fling Dressage Schooling Show, presented by the Lancaster County Horse VIPS committee, will be held on Saturday, April 20, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center. Open to all ages to benefit the 4-H horse program. Continue reading…
Day-of Registration Available for 4-H Horse Judging School, April 20
Calling all current and aspiring horse show judges, judging team coaches and senior age youth interested in horse judging! Register to join us for our annual Nebraska 4-H Horse Judging School on April 20, 2024. Continue reading…
Presentation Contest, April 27; Register by April 22
This year’s Lancaster County 4-H Illustrated Presentations Contest will be Saturday, April 27, starting at 8:30 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…
Kiwanis Karnival is a Fun Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs
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…
4-H Club Gives Youth With Disabilities the 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 in a special class at the 4-H Sheep Show... 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 Princess of India Nasturtium. This Victorian-era heirloom flower can be grown in a garden or containers. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
4-H Golf Lessons in April - Register by March 11
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…
The 4-H Horse Stampede Entry Portal Is Open
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…
Merlyn Anderson Memorial 4-H Scholarship
Awarded to 6–9 students from Gage and Jefferson County Schools, including Norris High School in southern Lancaster County. Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Summer Camp Accepting Applications for Summer Camp Program Staff
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…
Registration Open for Data Driven Statistics Field Day at UNL for High Schoolers - March 16, 2024
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…
Sign Up for the Cornhusker Livestock Judging Championships
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
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Now Accepting Nominations for 4-H Volunteer Awards
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…
4-H Rabbit Show, March 16
The 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…
Join CLOVER by 4-H!
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…
4-H Horsemanship Level Testings
This year’s 4-H horsemanship advancement level group testings will be held at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds on the following Tuesday evenings: April 16, April 30, May 14, May 28 and June 25. Register at least one week in advance of the test date by contacting Kate Pulec... Continue reading…
2024 Nebraska 4-H Camp Series Registration Now Open
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…
Home Decor & Furniture Painting Workshop, April 6; Register by March 25
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, April 6, 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. Adults are welcome to attend to help youth. Continue reading…
4-H Alum T-shirts Free for Seniors; Also Available for Sale
Lancaster County 4-H seniors who graduate in spring 2024 are eligible for a free 4-H alum T-shirt, courtesy of Lancaster County 4-H Council. Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Please Re-Enroll by April 1!
All 4-H members, organizational leaders and project leaders must re-enroll for the 2023–2024 4-H year. Continue reading…
Achievement Celebration Awards Now Online
Lancaster County 4-H and 4-H Council presented the Lancaster County 4-H Achievement Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 13. The theme was "Our 4-H’ers Are Going Places.” 4-H members, clubs and leaders were recognized for their 2023 achievements. Continue reading…
Innovative Youth Corn Challenge
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…
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…
Next Dog Workshop May 23; Register by May 21
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…
Deadline to Apply April 15; Attend the 2024 Nebraska AG Youth Institute
LINCOLN – 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…
Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit
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…
Registration for Clover College Workshop Opens May 1 for Enrolled 4-H'ers
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…
Lancaster County Livestock Judging
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…
Big Red Camps Registration Due by May 20
Big Red Camps are residential career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. During the week-long camps, participants will work with our university faculty to explore the topic of their particular camp, like filmmaking or crop science. Continue reading…
4-H Life Challenge Contest Study Packet Available
If your club or family wishes to start studying for the Life Challenge Contest to be held on Thursday morning, May 30, you may access the study packet at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/lifechallenge. Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program Registration Due June 15
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…
4-H/FFA Livestock Requirements for Super Fair & State Fair
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…
Originally published March 8, 2024 -
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