Thank you to all for a great year!

The Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program would like to announce the 2022 4-Her of the Year: Kilee Wilkinson!

We will be sharing our award winners each week and on our Facebook page here.

Premium checks are available for pick up at the Douglas-Sarpy central office (8015 West Center Rd, Omaha). Monday - Friday from 8-4:30 pm.

When: November 4, 5:30-7:30 PM

Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha

Cost: Dependent on activities chosen. Each station is either $5 or $10

Ages welcome: 6-18

Registration is due by October 21. Register at https://go.unl.edu/registrationrecycledart

During the workshop, youth will learn about recycling and create their own recycled projects. They will use common materials in creative ways to make a desk organizer, a fabric flower, wall hanging, magazine mosaic, and wreath. There are five stations to choose from. Youth may participate in more than one station, but please don't sign them up for more than three. They have two hours to complete the projects that they then get to take home. Parents/guardians are encouraged to stay during the event to help youth complete the projects. All materials will be provided. To view examples of the projects, visit https://go.unl.edu/recycledart.

When: October 25 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha

Cost FREE - but must pre-register by emailing Tiffany (tiffany.sessions@unl.edu) by 10/24

Grades: 3-8

In this engaging workshop, youth (ages 8 and older) will explore this year's 4-H STEM Challenge kit, Explorers of the Deep. There will be 3 activities in which youth will participate in Explorers of the Deep consists of three activities listed below:

• Ocean Robot Test Tank is an activity where youth learn how to “ballast” their ocean robot by adding weights to replicate the sinking and floating behavior of a real ocean robot. They will investigate data collected by ocean robots and learn about the value of ocean exploration.
• Ocean Expedition is a board game where youth navigate their ocean robot around the world while learning key ocean concepts. Topics include aquaculture, climate change, innovation, human impact and the ocean ecosystem.
• Ocean Communicator is an activity in which young people investigate challenges that ocean scientists, engineers and technologists are currently exploring. They design and advocate for innovations and technical solutions that inspire public action.

Project Idea - DISH GARDEN (Scoresheet SF107) -An open/shallow container featuring a
variety of plants excluding cacti and succulents. Label name for each plant.

Remember - Houseplants should be grown in the display container for a minimum of
six weeks.

See this area of the fairbook at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-horticulture-2022.pdf

See more 2023 4-H project ideas at https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.642169387476476&type=3

Jay Graham - Champion Computer Exhibit

The computers category gives 4-H’ers a chance to display their knowledge of computers. Through participation in this category 4-H’ers will develop presentations that show judges their knowledge in the different aspects of computer science. Involvement in SET Computers gives participants a first-hand experience in modern technology. See this area of the fairbook at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-computers-2022.pdf

To enroll in 4-H for 2023, click here.

For returning families, please do not create a new account; rather use your log-in credentials for 4honline used in previous years. Instructions can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/enroll/returning-member.

Enrollment instructions for new families can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/enroll/new-member.

Please note the enrollment fee for Douglas-Sarpy counties is $10 per member and is paid online. Enrollments are due June 15, 2023.

Please contact Mary Dierks at mdierks@sarpy.com with any questions.

New 4-H Volunteers for Douglas-Sarpy 4-H will need to be screened and have a background check done. Volunteers may not work with youth until volunteer enrollment and screening is complete. To begin the screening process visit and enroll via 4-H Online.

ELIGIBILTY:

• Youth 14 - 18 years of age on January 1, 2023.

• Enrolled as a Douglas-Sarpy 4-H member.

• Must be an active member of 4-H, either independent or with a club for at least one full year prior to application.

• Up to FIVE 4-H Ambassadors will be selected annually.

• The program has an annual application process with an opportunity to re-apply annually if eligible.

Learn more and get the application https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-ds-ambassador-application-2023.docx

If you are having trouble getting the link to open, please contact Brett (brett.kreifels@unl.edu) for an email copy.

When: November 29

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha

Cost $15

Sign up https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T7QYG5Q

Connect, Discover, and Create this Holiday Season.

Winter Maker Day
When: Saturday, December 10, 2022

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha

The first annual Maker Day, hosted by our 4-H program, will spark youth’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit! Youth will choose from three festive maker projects. This event is open to ALL Douglas and Sarpy youth ages 5-18. Youth ages 10 and under will need to bring a helper who is 16 years or older. Bring paint shirt or wear clothes that can get paint on them.

Parents and children ages 5-7 are invited to be a part of the Douglas-Sarpy 4-H Clover Kid Program.

November's agenda - Learning about Nebraska's unique government (Unicameral) and we will start growing Avocados!

Clover Kid Dates: Nov. 8, Dec. 6, Jan 10, Feb 7, March 7, April 4, and May 2.

Time: 6-7 pm

Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha

There is no cost to attend, but participants are asked to preregister with Rachel at rwright4@unl.edu.

Please find the news release from the 2022 Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge! Feel free to share with your local news and families. The application for 2023 will be coming soon! Please help us share this educational opportunity with those in your county that you think would be interested.

https://ianrnews.unl.edu/nebraska-4-h-fed-steer-challenge-cultivates-next-generation-cattle-industry-leaders

Nebraska residents, those attending school in Nebraska, or those interested in a career in poultry-based in Nebraska are encouraged to apply for the 2023-2024 Nebraska Poultry Education Scholarship. A total of eight $1,000 scholarships can be awarded for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Learn more at https://form.jotform.com/221916433604149

Nebraska residents, those attending school in Nebraska, or those interested in a career in poultry-based in Nebraska are encouraged to apply for the 2023-2024 J.H. & J.W. Claybaugh Memorial Scholarship.

Learn more and apply at https://form.jotform.com/221916476165158

Are you a parent, 4-H leader, horse trainer, or volunteer that would like to be more involved in the 4-H Horse program? Check out the Nebraska 4-H Horse Advisory Committee!

We are looking for passionate and involved people to add to our committee. The Nebraska 4-H Horse Advisory Committee serves as a group of representatives who provide guidance, solicit support, and assist in carrying out program activities in the interest of the 4-H youth development and horse program.

Read more about the Horse Advisory Committee at: https://4h.unl.edu/horse-advisory-committee

Applications are open from October 3rd to October 31st at 5pm central time.