Congratulations to the Boots N’ Hooves 4-H club for being awarded the Nebraska 4-H Club of the Month for February 2018! Each month, the Nebraska 4-H Foundation awards one club in the state with a certificate and $50 cash card.
Boots N’ Hooves is a horse club based in Waverly which has truly made a difference in its community. The club is dedicated to building strong citizenship and teamwork through various activities. Throughout the 4-H calendar year, the club likes to perform a community service project at least once a month. They have done projects ranging from bell ringing for the Salvation Army, participating in the March of Dimes, donating to the local animal shelter and picking up trash in nearby wilderness trails.
Additionally, Boots N’ Hooves helped lead Lancaster County 4-H’s horse levels testing prep clinic in 2017 (and 2018). This clinic helped other 4-H’ers and parents involved in horse projects — both beginners and experienced — learn what to expect to pass their desired level.
These community service projects all stem from the members’ goals for the club. They pride themselves in presenting good sportsmanship, herdsmanship and fellowship.
Clubs can nominate themselves for the Nebraska 4-H Club of the Month by going to http://www.ne4hfoundation.org/recognition.