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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Livestock Judging Practices
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…
Three Lancaster 4-H’ers to Walk Runway at Omaha Fashion Week Student Night
Omaha Fashion Week is thrilled to present another season of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Student Night Showcase to be held on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. at the Design Center in downtown Omaha. Continue reading…
February is Nebraska 4-H Month — Feb. 28 is Get Enrolled Day!
Nebraska 4-H Month, held during February each year, is an opportunity to celebrate 4-H locally, invite new members and volunteers, and have fun! In 2025, we will celebrate all the opportunities 4-H offers to help young people to be Beyond Ready. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
2025 Achievement Celebration Results Now Online
Lancaster County 4‑H and 4‑H Council presented the Lancaster County 4‑H Achievement Celebration on Thursday, Feb. 13. The theme was "4-H'ers Have Heart.” 4-H members, clubs and leaders were recognized for their 2024 achievements. Continue reading…
Diamond Clover Certificate Correction
The Diamond Clover Certificates handed out at 4‑H Achievement Celebration should have been dated February 13, 2025 (instead of 2024). If you would like your certificates reprinted with the correct year, please email lancaster4h@unl.edu or call 402-441-7180... Continue reading…
Spring 4-H Beginner Golf Lessons
Lancaster 4‑H is once again partnering with the Jr. PGA and Pine Lake Golf Club to provide a series of five beginner golf lessons for ages 8–18 to be held on Tuesdays in April from 4–5 p.m. All lessons will be held at the Pine Lake Golf Club on 6601 S. 84th Street in Lincoln. Continue reading…
Nebraska State Fair Seeking Feedback for 4-H Ribbon System by March 1
Currently, Nebraska State Fair 4‑H and FFA divisions use the Danish Award System for livestock and static exhibits. They are exploring using the American System or a blend of the American and Danish Systems as options for livestock in 2026. Continue reading…
Horsemanship Level Testings; First Date, April 15
This year’s 4‑H horsemanship advancement level group testings will be held at the Sandhills Global Event Center on the following Tuesday evenings: April 15, April 29, May 13, May 27, June 17 and June 24. Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Camp Now Accepting Applications for Staff
A summer job that makes a difference!
The Nebraska State 4‑H Camp is hiring staff and program assistants for the 2025 season. Travel across the state as we bring everything that makes 4‑H Camp great to Chadron and Burwell! Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
4-H & FFA Market Beef Weigh-In March 3
Due to low 4-H and FFA Beef weigh-in attendance and Rate of Gain contest participation the past several years, it will be on probation in this year. After 2025, if participation is still low, they will be dropped for 2026. See below for 2025 weigh-in details: Continue reading…
Rabbit Show, March 15 — Now in Ag Society Hall
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center – Ag Society Hall (note room change). Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. Continue reading…
Horse Stampede on Mar. 29-30; Register Today!
The Nebraska 4‑H Horse Stampede offers a variety of horse contests that do not require live animals, including public speaking, demonstration, quiz bowl, art and photography contests. Note in 2025, horse judging and hippology are moving from the State Horse Expo to the Stampede! Continue reading…
Data Driven: A Statistics & Data Science Field Day, March 22
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 22, and join Nebraska 4-H on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus for an exciting day of data science and statistics competitions! This event is open to teams of four high school students and one coach. Continue reading…
Prepared Speech & Radio PSA Contest, March 24 Deadline
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…
4-H Members and Leaders — Re-Enroll by April 1!
All 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2024–25 4-H year. The website to enroll or re-enroll is https://4honline.com. New members may be updated through June 15. For returning families, please do not create a new account — use your previous log-in credentials. Continue reading…
Home Decor & Furniture Painting Workshop, April 5; Register by March 31
4‑H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Home Décor & Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, April 5, 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…
Kiwanis Karnival is a Fun Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs; April 11
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. Continue reading…
Start Setting Your 4-H Goals for 2025!
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…
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***NEWS FROM 4-H PARTNERS***
The information below is shared at the request of 4-H partners:
Zoom in to CASNR Webinars; Next Date, March 31!
Want to learn more about the UNL College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR)? Register to tune into an informational webinar in the "Zoom In To CASNR" series, held on Dec. 30, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar. 31 or Apr. 28, all at 7 p.m. CST. Continue reading…
NDA's Annual Poster Contest; Deadline March 1
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s (NDA) annual poster contest is underway and open to all Nebraska students in 1st-6th grades. This year’s theme, “Agriculture is Amazing,” highlights and celebrates Nebraska’s #1 industry. The deadline to submit posters is March 1, 2025. Continue reading…
Public Health Association of Nebraska Youth Art Contest; Submissions Due Feb. 28
The Public Health Association of Nebraska (PHAN) is thrilled to announce an art contest for elementary school students to commemorate their 75th anniversary! This year's theme is “Thrive 75”, inspired by the Vital Conditions for Health and Wellbeing Framework. Continue reading…
UNL's Chick Days, March 22; Register by March 15
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Chick Days for small and backyard poultry producers and youth will be held on Saturday, March 22, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Department of Animal Science, 3940 Fair St., Lincoln on UNL East Campus. Continue reading…
Originally published February 21, 2025 -
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