4-H - Lancaster County - April 11

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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***

 

“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…

 

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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***

 

Support 4-H at Culver's Scoops of Thanks Day Fundraiser, May 1

Craving something sweet? Support 4‑H by eating out at an upcoming fundraiser for Lancaster County 4‑H Council — Culver’s Scoops of Thanks Day on Thursday, May 1. All three of Lincoln’s Culver's restaurant locations will give back to the community by supporting 4‑H Council. Continue reading…

 

Premier Animal Science Event, June 17–18; Register by May 21

Nebraska 4‑H’s Premier Animal Science Event (PASE) will be held June 17–18 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln East Campus. Open to all 4-H’ers ages 8–18 (by January 1 of 2025), these statewide contests include Livestock Judging, Poultry Judging, Livestock Skill‑a‑thon... Continue reading…

 

Premier Communication Event, June 19–20; Register by May 23

Nebraska 4‑H’s Premier Communication Event consists of several state‑level contests: Prepared Speech, Radio Public Service Announcements, Illustrated Presentation, Impromptu Speech and Video Communication. The event will be held June 19–20... Continue reading…

 

State Fair Livestock Nomination Website Open

The Show Stock Manager website is open for livestock nominations for the 2025 Nebraska State Fair! All livestock in contention to exhibit at the Nebraska State Fair will be required to complete an online nomination with payment through Show Stock Manager at https://showstockmgr.com... Continue reading…

 

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***REMINDERS***

 

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…

 

Horsemanship Level Testings; Next Date May 27; Register by May 20

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…

 

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…

 

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…

 

Dog Virtual Trivia, May 7-14

The Lancaster County 4-H Dog Virtual Trivia Contest will be available Wednesday, May 7, Noon–Wednesday, May 14, 11:59 p.m. Contest is open to 4-H’ers ages 8–18. This year’s contest will focus on Hound dog breeds. A study guide is now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair/contests/#dog. 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…

 

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…

 

Extended Deadline! My Hands to Larger Service Funds Applications Due October 1

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…

 

Pillowcase Sewing Workshop, June 29

4‑H'ers 8 and up are invited to a beginner sewing workshop on Sunday, June 29, 1‑4 p.m. at Walt Branch Library, 6701 S. 14th Street, Lincoln. It will be hosted by Clothing Superintendent Kath Conroy and participants will construct a pillowcase that can be exhibited at the fair. 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…

 

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…

 

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***NEWS FROM 4-H PARTNERS***
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