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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
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…
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…
Clover College Registration Opens May 14 for Non-4-H'ers
Lancaster County 4‑H Clover College is four days of in-person, “hands‑on” workshops full of fun and a sense of belonging! Learning topics include STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and math, which can spark career interests. 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…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
In 3 Weeks — Support 4-H Youth During Give to Lincoln Day!
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is one of the nonprofits the community can give to during “Give to Lincoln Day” on Thursday, May 29, coordinated by Lincoln Community Foundation. Thousands of donors come together on this special day to support local nonprofits, and donations are made bigger... Continue reading…
Online Plant Science Contests for Youth AND Adults
All youth, as well as adults, may test their knowledge of plants through two upcoming online plant science contests. Study materials are online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/hort-fair. Continue reading…
Babysitting Training Clinics, June 30 and July 18
Extension Educator Hayley Jackson Perez will present a Babysitting Training, open to youth ages 10–15, on two separate dates: Monday, June 30 or Friday, July 18. Both will be offered 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Explore Food Science UNL Summer Camps
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Department of Food Science & Technology is offering Food Science Summer Camps tailored for high school and middle school students eager to explore the fascinating world of food science. Through hands-on activities, tours and the development of food products... Continue reading…
New in 4-H at the Super Fair
Want to know what's new with 4‑H at the Super Fair? You’re in the right place. Listed below are all of the major changes for 4‑H & FFA at the 2025 Lancaster County Super Fair. See the official 2025 Fair Book (online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair) for more detailed information... Continue reading…
Share Your 4-H Journey!
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As part of the National 4‑H's Beyond Ready initiative, we want to hear stories about how you have grown with 4‑H! Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
National 4-H AI Challenge; Submissions due May 11
The National 4‑H AI Community Challenge is a first‑of‑its‑kind virtual competition, centering around making a virtual science fair board to answer the question, “How can AI be used to solve a problem in my community?” Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Foundation's Hands for Larger Service Awards Applications Due May 15
Nebraska 4‑H Foundation’s Hands for Larger Service Awards, sponsored by the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), is a prestigious award designed to recognize 4‑H clubs statewide for their efforts to serve their communities. Continue reading…
Cat Workshop, May 17
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present a 4‑H Cat Workshop on Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all youth and their families. Learn how to prepare a cat for a 4‑H show... Continue reading…
Life Challenge Contest, May 29; Register by May 19
The Life Challenge Contest is open to all 4‑H’ers ages 8–18 (by January 1 of the current year) and helps youth learn more about issues related to a variety of family and consumer science topics. 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…
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…
Horse Judging Contest, May 31
The Lancaster County Super Fair 4‑H Horse Judging Contest will be held on Saturday, May 31 at the Sandhills Global Event Center – LivestockMarket Pavilion at 2 p.m. Continue reading…
Horse Identification Forms Due June 1
Each horse being shown in a 4‑H show at the Lancaster County Super Fair or State Horse Expo must be identified on form “4‑H Horse Identification Certificate” and submitted to the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office by Sunday, June 1. Continue reading…
Winners Unlimited UNL Livestock Judging Camp, June 4–6
The UNL Livestock Judging Camp, June 4–6 on UNL East Campus in Lincoln, is a 3‑day, 2‑night overnight camp designed for 4‑H and FFA members looking to improve their livestock evaluation and oral reason skills. Continue reading…
State Horse Expo July 12–16; Entries Due June 1
The Fonner Park State Horse Expo will be held July 12–16 in Grand Island. Exhibitors must be ages 8–18 (by Jan. 1 of the current year) and have passed Horsemanship Advancement Levels I and II. State 4‑H Horse Show entries, horse ID’s and level requirements are due Sunday, June 1. 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…
Originally published May 2, 2025 -
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