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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Welcome to 4-H Horse Clinic, April 6; Register by April 5
The Mighty Lopers 4‑H Club is hosting a "Welcome to 4‑H Horse Clinic" on Sunday, April 6, 2-4 p.m. at 11300 West Waverly Rd, Malcolm. This free clinic is open to youth 8–18 years old who are interested in the 4‑H Horse project and want to learn more... Continue reading…
Horsemanship Level Testings; Next Date May 13; Register by May 6
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…
4-H Families Invited to Attend Kiwanis Karnival, 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…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Sheep & Meat Goat Weigh-In, May 5
4‑H & FFA Market Sheep or Market Meat Goat exhibitors planning to participate in the performance class based on rate of gain at the Lancaster County Super Fair must have their lambs and goats weighed on Monday, May 5, 6–7 p.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center – Currency Pavilion. Continue reading…
Clover Kids May Bring Livestock, Poultry and Rabbits to Super Fair
New this year! Clover Kids ages 5–7 (by Jan. 1 of the current year) may bring their own livestock (weighing less than 350 pounds), poultry and rabbit(s) to exhibit in a 4‑H Clover Kids Showmanship class at the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…
Horse Judging Contest in Ericson, May 28
Nebraska Extension in Garfield, Loup & Wheeler counties is hosting a 4‑H Horse Judging Clinic and Contest at the Pitzer Ranch in Ericson, Neb. on Wednesday, May 28. Registrations will be taken day‑of and are $10 per participant. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
2025 4-H & FFA Super Fair Fair Book Online
It's ready!
The newly released 2025 Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains detailed entry information for exhibiting in 4-H and FFA at the Super Fair. The Fair Book is now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair. Continue reading…
My Hands to Larger Service Funds; Applications due June 3
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is excited to announce a new funding opportunity for 4‑H clubs or members who want to make a positive impact! Called My Hands to Larger Service funds, 4-H Council offers four $300 and three $100 awards each year... Continue reading…
YQCA In-Person Training, May 22 & June 5
It's time to plan ahead! 4‑H & FFA members participating in any of the following animal projects need to complete a Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) training: beef, dairy cattle, goat, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine. Continue reading…
“Get the Inside Scoop: 4-H Leader/Volunteer Collaboration,” April 30; Register by April 22
New leaders, experienced leaders, volunteers and parents are invited to attend the “Get the Inside Scoop: 4‑H Leader/Volunteer Collaboration” on Wednesday, April 30, 9 a.m. via Zoom or in‑person at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road... Continue reading…
Illustrated Presentation & Video Communication Contest, April 26; Register by April 22
This year’s Lancaster County 4‑H Illustrated Presentation & Video Communication Contest will be Saturday, April 26, 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 members ages 8–18. Continue reading…
Submit Application for 4-H Camp Scholarships by May 1!
Lancaster County 4‑H Council offers camp scholarships! A limited number of Lancaster County 4‑H youth can receive $200 scholarships to attend one or more of the following camps: NE 4-H Summer Camp Series, NE 4-H Big Red Summer Academic Camps and UNL Unlimited Livestock Judging Camp. Continue reading…
Life Challenge Contest Study Packet Available
If your club or family wishes to start preparing for the Life Challenge Contest, to be held on Thursday, May 29, 8:30 a.m. to noon, you may access the study packet at https://go.unl.edu/life-challenge. Continue reading…
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***NEWS FROM 4-H PARTNERS***
The information below is shared at the request of 4-H partners:
Nebraska Agriculture Youth Institute Applications Due April 15
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) has opened the application process for high school juniors and seniors interested in attending the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI). NAYI is one of Nebraska’s biggest agriculture youth outreach events. 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…
Originally published April 4, 2025 -
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