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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
BB Gun/Air Rifle & Air Pistol Contest, Feb. 7; Register by Jan 30
Lancaster County 4‑H is offering a BB Gun/Air Rifle & Air Pistol Contest on Saturday, Feb. 7, 8 a.m. at the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center, 4703 N. 44th St., Lincoln. Register by Friday, Jan. 30 at https://go.unl.edu/bbgun-airpistol-contest-2026. Continue reading…
Horse Judges Workshop Jan. 31
Nebraska Extension will host a Horse Show Judge's Workshop for youth and adults on Saturday, Jan. 31, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., at the Animal Science Complex, 3940 Fair St, Lincoln, Room A222, on University of Nebraska-Lincoln's East Campus. Continue reading…
4-H EGG Cam Next Hatching Feb. 2
The Lancaster County 4-H EGG Cam is live! This livestream broadcasts the hatching process of chicken eggs as a part of the annual 4-H Embryology Program. Once the chicks have hatched, the stream will be switched to a view of the brooder, where you can see the chicks eat, sleep and run around. Continue reading…
Rabbits R Us Fun Show & Showmanship Clinic, Feb. 8; Register by Feb. 2 for Reduced Entry Fee
The Rabbits R Us 4‑H club will present a 4‑H Rabbit Fun Show & Showmanship Clinic on Sunday, Feb. 8, 1 p.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln in the South Hall. This is a great opportunity for youth to learn about the 4‑H rabbit project and... Continue reading…
Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest; Entries Due Feb. 6
The 2026 Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest is underway. This annual contest is part of Severe Weather Awareness Week in March and is coordinated by the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency. The contest is open to all Nebraska third graders, including public, private and home‑schooled. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Horse Incentive Program Forms Now Online
Any Lancaster County 4‑H’er may participate in the horse incentive program and earn points by participating in horse‑related activities. The more points you earn, the more valuable the reward! Log hours/points by participating in various horse‑related activities Jan. 1–July 20. Continue reading…
2026 Nebraska 4-H Summer Camps
Nebraska 4‑H is excited to announce the 2026 Nebraska 4‑H Summer Camp season! Youth are invited to join us and Big Gumdrop Outdoors (a nonprofit in Lincoln, Neb. dedicated to educating underserved youth about nature) as we explore the world around us through our "Exploring Ecosystems"... Continue reading…
Merlyn Anderson Memorial 4-H Scholarship, Deadline March 15
Merlyn Anderson Memorial Scholarship is awarded to 6–9 students from Gage and Jefferson County Schools, including Norris High School in southern Lancaster County. The award amounts will vary from $1,000 to $2,500 to students who are interested in agricultural studies (broadly interpreted). Continue reading…
Special Offer from the Lied Center for 4-H'ers
The Lied Center for Performing Arts invites Nebraska 4‑H participants and their families to attend a performance of the Music Man, to be held March 5–8, 2026, with a special offer of 20% off tickets. Tickets can be purchased at https://tickets.liedcenter.org/events/3641?promo=4H20. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
4-H Golf is Back for the Spring Season! Register by Feb. 6
Lancaster County 4‑H is once again partnering with the Jr. PGA and will be offering four beginner, fundamental skills lessons for ages 8-17 on Tuesdays in April. Age is determined as of July 31, 2026. Youth must be currently enrolled 4-H members. Continue reading…
Achievement Celebration, Feb. 12
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. 12, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
4-H Jammie Sewing Workshop, Feb. 21
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. 21, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms... Continue reading…
Play With Crochet Workshop, Feb. 28
4-H youth ages 10 and up are invited to learn how to crochet a washcloth utilizing the single crochet stitch at this Play With Crochet: Basic Stitches workshop on Saturday, Feb. 28, 9–11 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Livestock Requirements for Super Fair & State Fair
The 2026 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…
Meet the 2025–26 4-H Teen Council
The Lancaster County 4‑H Teen Council is a leadership organization for youth in grades 7–12. Members are involved in several leadership activities and community service projects such as donating comfort kits to BraveBe Child Advocacy Center. 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 1)
• Red Letter Days: full-day for juniors and seniors... Continue reading…
Originally published January 30, 2026 -
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