_________________________________
***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Prepared Speech & Radio PSA Contest, March 24 Deadline
The 4‑H Prepared Speech and Radio Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contests provide 4-H’ers the opportunity to learn to express themselves clearly, organize their ideas and have confidence. The Lancaster County 4‑H contests are open to all 4‑H’ers ages 5–18 ... Continue reading…
_________________________________
***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Welcome to 4-H Horse Clinic, April 6
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…
New 4-H Funding Opportunity: My Hands to Larger Service
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…
Camp Scholarships from Lancaster 4-H Council Available!
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…
_________________________________
***REMINDERS***
Home Decor & Furniture Painting Workshop, April 5; Register by March 31
4‑H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Home Décor & Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No cost to attend. Continue reading…
Photography Workshop, April 12; Register by March 31
4‑H youth ages 8 and up are invited to the “Developing the Photographer’s Eye” 4‑H workshop on Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. until about noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Conference Rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, to learn how to create better photographs... Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Re-Enroll by April 1!
All 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2024–25 4-H year. The website to enroll or re-enroll is https://4honline.com. New members may be updated through June 15. For returning families, please do not create a new account — use your previous log-in credentials. Continue reading…
Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training, April 30; Register by April 16
New leaders, experienced leaders, volunteers and parents are invited to attend the 4‑H Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training on Wednesday, April 30, 9 a.m. via Zoom or in‑person at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Kiwanis Karnival is a Fun Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs; 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…
Presentation & Video Communication Contest, April 26 — Handout Now Available!
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…
Spring into 4-H Judging
Spring into 4‑H judging! A training series for 4‑H project judges will take place in April 2025... Continue reading…
Livestock Judging Practices
Fun opportunity for 4‑H youth interested in learning more about livestock judging and participating in contests throughout the state! Weekly livestock judging practices will be coached by Sarah Dilley, former Lancaster County 4‑H’er and UNL Livestock Judging team member. 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…
Pick Up Your Leftover Awards!
There are many 4‑H awards, certificates and more ready at the Extension office for pick up from this year's (and previous year's) Achievement Celebration and Horse Awards! Please pick up your item(s) at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Free 4-H Alumni T-shirts for Graduating 2025 Seniors
Lancaster County 4‑H seniors who graduate in the spring of 2025 are eligible for a free 4‑H alumni T‑shirt, courtesy of Lancaster County 4‑H Council. If seniors have not already received their shirt, they may pick it up at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office... Continue reading…
_________________________________
***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…
Zoom in to CASNR Webinars; Next Date, Feb 24!
Want to learn more about the UNL College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR)? Register to tune into an informational webinar in the "Zoom In To CASNR" series, held on Dec. 30, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar. 31 or Apr. 28, all at 7 p.m. CST. Continue reading…
Big Red Summer Academic Camps, June 8–13; Scholarships Available!
The Big Red Camps are residential career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. During the week‑long camps, participants will work with our university faculty to explore the topic of their particular camp, like animation, data science or climatology. 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 March 21, 2025 -
Submit an Item