The UNL Extension in Douglas/Sarpy 4-H program is open to any youth ages 5-18, and has something for everyone! The 4-H experience goes far deeper than what is seen on the surface, teaching skills that last a lifetime. Youth learn critical thinking skills, problem solving, and respect through projects. Projects also place an emphasis on making healthy lifestyle choices and hands-on activities that assist with career preparation.
Traditionally, 4-H has a reputation, cattle, sheep, and farm kids, but in it’s over 100 year existence, the program has transformed to encompass so much more! In the Douglas/Sarpy 4-H program, over 1,000 youth enjoy activities ranging from scavenger hunts with GPS Locators, to money management activities to shooting off rockets, while traditional projects such as cooking, sewing, and livestock remain favorites.
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Animal Science Overnight
UNL Animal Science is hosting the 6th Annual Animal Science Overnight on November 19-20, inviting high school seniors to experience college life first hand! Thursday evening, you will take a tour of Memorial Stadium where you will get the opportunity to see first-hand where the heart of Husker football is located. We will also have fun eating pizza, bowling, and playing pool in the East Campus Union. You will spend the night in University housing, as the guest of a UNL Animal Science student host. Friday morning, you will get to experience your first college class with students currently enrolled in Fundamentals of Animal Biology and Industry (Animal Science 100). Also, you will attend a special hands-on lab session of this class. The day will finish with Animal Science Ambassadors answering any questions you may have. - more information -
MARTHA AND DON ROMEO SCHOLARSHIP FUND NEBRASKA ASSOCIATION OF FAIR MANAGERS
The Nebraska Association of Fair Managers will award a $500 scholarship to one qualifying 4-H male and a $500 scholarship to one qualifying 4-H female who are graduating seniors in the State of Nebraska and who plan to continue with post high school education. The scholarship will be awarded at the annual NAFM convention in January. - application -
Throughout the year many classes and contests are offered through the Douglas-Sarpy Extension.
Dates and news for livestock, horse, and small animal exhibitors. - Livestock Judging Clinics and Contests
- Horse project details
- AK-SAR-BEN
4-H in the Classroom - can help your students develop skills and knowledge to meet the Nebraska State Board of Education Standards in Science, Social Studies and Reading/Writing.
- Exhibit Information
- County and State Fair Winners
- Photo Gallery
- 4-H Booster List
Sign up here for current events, information and updates! - sign up -
What is 4-H?
4-H is an informal, practical, learn-bydoing educational program for urban and rural youth. 4-H is designed to provide age appropriate opportunities for youth between the ages of 5-8 (Clover Kids) and 8-18 (traditional Members).
What is a 4-H Club?
4-H clubs are groups of 4-H members with similar interests. 4-H clubs hold meetings to help members learn more about their projects and to experience group unity through club projects and community service.
What is a 4-H Clover Kid? Clover Kids participate in noncompetitive 4-H. They must be five years of age and not older than eight years of age by January 1 of the current year.
What does it cost?
• $10 registration fee*
• Additional project manuals
• Supplies needed for projects * registration fee includes one project manual (up to $5 in value) and qualifies the 4-H’er to exhibit at the Sarpy County Fair
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of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the
United States Department of Agriculture.
