The 4-H Youth Development Program of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is an informal, practical, learn-by-doing educational program for youth ages 5 to 18. Your child can enroll as a club member by starting their own 4-H club with a few friends or family members, by joining an existing club, by enrolling as an independent member.
For additional information about the Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program Click Here.
4-H Enrollment
Online Youth Member and Adult Volunteer Enrollment for Nebraska 4-H
The annual 4-H membership year runs from October 1–September 30. All 4-H Youth Member and Adult Volunteer enrollments will be submitted through 4Honline beginning October 17. When using the online enrollment PLEASE USE CHROME OR FIREFOX.
To enroll in the Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program visit https://v2.4honline.com.
One question regarding life threatening allergies is required to proceed. All other questions are still optional.
Enrollment instructions here: https://4h.unl.edu/enroll
If you have questions about accessing or updating the 4HOnline enrollment, please email Marci Carroll or call 402-444-7804.
While 4-H membership is available throughout the year, to be eligible to participate in the Sarpy County Fair or the Nebraska State Fair enrollment is due by June 15. Therefore, when using the 4HOnline enrollment after June 15, you will not be able to select from the project area.
Interested in becoming a 4-H leader? Please email Brett Kreifels or Stephanie Thorson with all your questions.
4-H Curriculum
4-H curriculum can be ordered from these links:
Ready to become a 4-H member?
For additional information about the Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program Click Here.
Join an existing club. Our office can help you find a group that is accepting new members. Contact the club leader to get details on upcoming meetings to make sure it fits with your schedule. Leaders will often invite prospective new members to attend a meeting before officially enrolling.
Start a new club. Don’t see an open club that fits your schedule or interests? Contact the 4-H office to discuss the possibility of starting a new club in your area. At minimum, you will need:
One trained 4-H volunteer
Five youth from three different families
Contact our office. Feel free to call or send us a message if you have questions or need suggestions.
4-H Eligibility:
The Douglas-Sarpy 4-H Youth Development Program abides by the nondiscrimination policies of UNL and the USDA.
The 4-H year is October 1st through September 30th. Enrollment is open to youth who have reached their 5th birthday (on or before January 1st of the current 4-H year) through those who have not reached their 19th birthday (on or before January 1st of the current 4-H year).
Enrolled 4-H Youth Members must have reached their 8th birthday on or before January 1st of the current 4-H year to be eligible for:
Competitive situations, including livestock shows or sales
Enrollment in large animal, shooting sports, or food preservation projects
While 4-H membership is available throughout the year, to be eligible to participate in the Sarpy County Fair or the Nebraska State Fair enrollment is due by June 15. Therefore, when using the 4HOnline enrollment after June 15, you will not be able to select from the project area.
See the 4-H Policy & Procedures Handbook
Enrollment Fees (Dues)
Payment of enrollment fees, $10 per youth per year, is required for participation in Douglas-Sarpy 4-H programming. These fees do not cover things such as project supplies and materials, event admission, or any dues required by individual clubs.
Current 4-H Clubs
How to enroll:
Contact a club leader first to make sure they are accepting new members, otherwise your enrollment may be delayed.
Set up a family profile in 4-H Online.
When using the online enrollment PLEASE USE CHROME OR FIREFOX. One question regarding life threatening allergies is required to proceed. All other questions are still optional.
Register each new member with at least one primary club. (Project selection is optional, except for horse and shooting sports)
Pay the enrollment fee.
Contact the club leader again to confirm your enrollment.
Clubs accepting new members:
| Club Name | Club Leader | Leader Email | Meeting Location | Project Types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Do More Learn More | Mattie Salinas | mattie.salinas17@gmail.com | Gifford Farm 700 Camp Gifford Rd Bellevue NE 68005 | General Static, Community Service, open to Rabbit, Poultry! Possibly Livestock in the future. |
| Chicks R Us | Brett Kreifels | bkreifels3@unl.edu | Sarpy County Fairgrounds, 100 Main St. Springfield, NE 68059 | Poultry & Rabbit Showmanship |
| Cougar Trap | Craig Labs | grosstrap@gcgmail.org | Koch Trap & Skeet 6802 Harrison St., Omaha, NE | Shooting Sports - Trap Shooting |
| Country Curators | Nick Prososki | prostang945@gmail.com | We generally meet in Gretna, we try to change locations for meetings. | Livestock, Poultry, Rabbits, Static Entry |
| Crusader 4H | Rich Tracy | rich.tracy@cox.net | Harry Koch Trap & Skeet | Shotgun Sports |
| Riverside Rangers | Mary Sutherland | mary.dvm@gmail.com | 102nd & Blondo area | Horses |
| Springfield Blue Jeans and Boots 4-H Club | Beth Meister | bethmeister10@gmail.com | Trinity Church 96th and HWY 370 in Papillion | Static, Livestock, and Archery |
| Trails N Tails | Kris Tevis | khess77@yahoo.com | 14624 S 204th St., Gretna NE 68028 | Horses Primarily (Poultry, Rabbits - secondary) |
Start A New 4-H Club
If there isn’t a currently available club that fits your family’s interests, starting a new group can be a great option. All 4-H clubs are required to:
Have at least one certified adult volunteer leader
Have at least five enrolled youth members from three different families
Meet a minimum of six times per year
The schedule, meeting location, and projects you work on are up to you! You can be a small, single-project club or a large, diverse group. You can meet year-round or seasonally. Conduct meetings in person, via Zoom, or a mix of the two.
The first step is to find a few other interested families. (The 4-H office can help with this if needed.)
Have an organizational meeting to discuss which project(s) everyone would like to work on, a regular meeting schedule, and the club name. Choose at least one adult to complete the volunteer certification.
When the new leader has been certified, contact the 4-H office to obtain the club registration paperwork. After it is filled out and sent back, your new club will be added to our 4-H Online enrollment system.
Notify your club members to enroll in 4-H Online.
Meet with your club and start working on projects!
If you have any questions or need any help, please let us know! We are happy to walk you through the process and connect you with an experienced leader.