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4-H and FFA exhibitors showing market steers or heifers at the Lancaster County Super Fair and/or Nebraska State Fair must identify and weigh-in their projects at the 4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-In on Monday, Feb. 25, 6–7 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Pavilion 3. Exhibitors planning on... Continue reading…
4-H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make pajama or lounge wear pants at the Jammie Jamboree sewing workshop on Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. No cost to attend. Continue reading…
Need money for college? Grab those reins and come join us to learn more about equine scholarships for 4-H youth. Kayla Schieffer will be discussing opportunities for higher education funding, essay, resume and UNL tips. This event is designed for high school students of all ages (especially junior Continue reading…
University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Department of Animal Science and the School of Natural Resources will be hosting Companion Animal and Wildlife Career Day on Wednesday, March 6, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Animal Science Complex. Register by Feb. 27. For more information, email araymond2@unl.edu.
The fourth 4-H Companion Animal Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 30 at the Animal Science Complex on UNL’s East Campus (same date as 4-H Horse Stampede). It provides youth a chance to learn more about their dog, cat, rabbit or other companion animals Continue reading…
The annual 4-H Horse Stampede will be held Saturday, March 30 at the UNL Animal Science Building on East Campus. Stampede includes the 4-H state horse-related competitions which do not require a horse: Horse Bowl, Public Speaking, Demonstration and Art and Photography Contest. Open to 4-H’ers... Continue reading…
The Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards are sponsored by the Nebraska 4-H Foundation and Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA). Each year, 25 4-H clubs are awarded $500 to be used as described in the award application form completed by the club. Clubs may use the award dollars for... Continue reading…
Complete results and several photos from 4-H Achievement Celebration are now online The rest of the photos will be posted next week. Congratulations to the 4-H members, clubs and volunteers who were recognized for their accomplishments! 4-H'ers are stars!
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/uuj4All items not picked up at the recent Achievement Celebration must be picked up from the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. This includes certificates, plaques, awards, activity certificates, and 3-year member and senior pins, etc. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H 2018 Year in Review video is now on YouTube. Thank you club leaders and parents who shared photos for the video!
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/4h18video4-H Council will award full scholarships for a select number of Lancaster County 4-H members to attend a summer camp at either Nebraska 4-H Camp location: Gretna or Halsey! Applicants must be age 8 or older and currently enrolled in 4-H. Preference given to applications submitted by March 1, will... Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Super Fair will be Aug. 1–10. 4-H & FFA exhibits and events will be Aug. 1–4. 4-H Horse Show will be July 30–Aug. 4. The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for 4-H & FFA members exhibiting in 4-H/FFA. Fair Books are scheduled to be mailed on March 19 Continue reading…
Mark your calendars for this year's in person horse judging school, presented by the UNL State Horse Program, for Saturday, March 2 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. If you are an aspiring judge, a current judge that needs re-certification, a youth, or judging team coach this is a great opportunity... Continue reading…
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, March 9, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. No cost to attend. Adults are welcome to attend to help youth. Must register by Wednesday... Continue reading…
4-H Speech & PSA Contests are open to all 4-H’ers — need not be enrolled in a specific project. Youth may choose to participate in either or both the Speech and PSA contests. For rules, helpful resources and examples, go to http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/Contest/speech.shtml. If you have questions... Continue reading…
The Pick-A-Pig 4-H club is accepting new members for anyone who wants to learn about pork production and show a pig at the Lancaster County Super Fair. The club is open to all city and rural youth ages 8–18. If you are interested, contact Harry Muhlbach at 402-430-7304 by March 13. The first... Continue reading…
UNL Poultry Specialist Dr. Sheila Purdum and Extension Educator Brett Kreifels will hold an in-depth clinic targeted for FFA and 4-H youth interested in Poultry Judging on Saturday, March 16 at 10 a.m. on UNL East Campus at the Animal Science Complex, Room D107. Register by March 11. Topics will... Continue reading…
Now is a good time to start thinking about new 4-H horsemanship level goals! The 2019 group testings will be held at the Lancaster Event Center – Pavilion 4, Amy Countryman Arena on the following Tuesday evenings: April 9, April 23, May 7, May 21, June 4 and June 25. Contact Kate Pulec... Continue reading…
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