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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Horse Judging Practice Starts Jan. 18
Come learn about horse judging and prepare for the State 4-H Horse Judging contest at Nebraska 4-H Horse Stampede March 29-30!
At these practices, youth will learn about the basics of horse judging, how to judge halter and performance classes... Continue reading…
BB Gun/Air Rifle & Air Pistol Contest, Feb. 1; Register by Jan. 24
Lancaster County 4‑H is offering a BB Gun/Air Rifle & Air Pistol Contest on Saturday, Feb. 1, 8:00 a.m. at the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center, 4703 N. 44th St., Lincoln. Register by Friday, Jan. 24 at https://go.unl.edu/bbgun-airpistol-contest-2025. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Announcing the 2025 Special Garden Project: The Goldie Husk Cherry
The Special Gardening Project lets 4-H members try their hand at growing unusual vegetables, flowers, fruit and herbs. The project allows experienced 4-H gardeners to grow something fun, new and different, while letting those new to gardening get their hands dirty in this project area. Continue reading…
Announcing the 2025 Special Agronomy Crop Project: Sunflowers
The Nebraska Extension Special Agronomy Project gives 4-H members an opportunity to experience a crop that is, was or could be grown in Nebraska. Youth participate by receiving seed and resources to grow the crop, research traits of the crop, research traits of the crop and... 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:
• Husker Weekdays: half-day for juniors, seniors and transfers (most weekdays through May)
• Red Letter Days: full-day for juniors and seniors... Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Wildlife Wonders Workshop, Feb. 1; Register by Jan. 27 To Meet Live Raptors!
Youth ages 8 and older are invited to the Wildlife Wonders workshop on Saturday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Explore fascinating wildlife species, learn about their habitats and interact ... Continue reading…
Jammie Jamboree Sewing Workshop, Feb 22; Register by Feb. 10
4‑H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make pajama or lounge wear pants or shorts using a pattern at the “Jammie Jamboree” sewing workshop on Saturday, Feb. 22, 9 a.m.–Noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms ... Continue reading…
Achievement Celebration, Feb. 13
Lancaster County 4‑H and 4‑H Council invite ALL 4‑H’ers, 4‑H families and volunteers to the 4‑H Achievement Celebration on Thursday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Play with Crochet Workshop, March 1; Register by Feb. 18
4‑H youth ages 10 and up are invited to learn how to crochet a washcloth utilizing the single crochet stitch at this “Basic Crocheting” workshop on Saturday, March 1, 1–3 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A. Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Livestock Requirements for Super Fair & State Fair
The 2025 Lancaster County 4-H/FFA Livestock Checklist is now online at https://go.unl.edu/lan4h-livestock-checklist and available at the Extension office. This handout lists deadlines, events and identification requirements for showing at the Lancaster County Super Fair and State Fair... Continue reading…
Please Submit Now! Annual Treasurer's and Inventory Reports Due Jan. 3
All Lancaster County 4-H clubs are required to submit a Year-End Treasurer’s and Inventory Report by Friday, Jan. 3, even if the club does not have a bank account. Continue reading…
Join the Farrowed and Owned Swine Cohort for 2025
The Nebraska 4‑H Farrowed & Owned Swine Cohort is an opportunity for youth interested in learning more about the swine industry to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders in Nebraska. The goal is to enhance the educational value of the traditional 4‑H swine projects ... Continue reading…
2025 4-H Calendars
Start marking your calendars! Lancaster County 4‑H has compiled three handouts of 2025 events, which are all at https://go.unl.edu/4hcal:
• Overall Calendar
• Horse Calendar
• Rabbit Calendar
2025 Nebraska 4-H Summer Camp Series Registration Open
The 2025 What’s the Buzz? season of the Nebraska State 4-H Camp will share the importance of pollinators in Nebraska — why they’re important, how they impact agriculture and what youth can do in their own communities to support the various native pollinators we have in Nebraska. Continue reading…
Innovative Youth Corn Challenge for 4-H and FFA Members
Nebraska 4-H is delighted to announce the Innovative Youth Corn Challenge, a prestigious contest open to 4-H members (aged 8 and older as of January 1st) and FFA members (in-school members). This competition is designed to guide participants through a comprehensive exploration... Continue reading…
Originally published January 17, 2025 -
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