Washington County Weekly 4-H Update
February 15, 2019
IN THIS WEEK'S 4-H UPDATE...
- Nebraska Charter Day
- 4-H Manual Sale
- 4-H Drop Box
- Youth Quality Care of Animals
- "Hunt Safer" Class
- Horse Judging School
- Shooting Sports Certification Workshop
- 4-H Horse Stampede for 2019
- 4-H Companion Animal Challenge for 2019
- Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute - Take Root
- 8th Annual Innovative Youth Corn Challenge
- Washington County 4-H Camp Scholarships
- Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Contest
- Companion Animal & Wildlife Career Day
- 18th Annual Burt County Beef Preview
- Northeast Nebraska 4-H Horse Show
- Fort Robinson Horse Camp
- Big Red Summer Academic Camps
- Adventure Day at 4-H Camp
- 4-H Leader Spotlight
- Tractor Safety Training - Hazardous Occupations Course
- N!150 History Video is available!
Hey! Did you know that NEW INFORMATION is bolded?!
February 18, 2019..........................................................Office Closed - President's Day
March 1, 2019 .............................................................. Hunt Safer Course
March 18, 2019.............................................................4-H Public Speaking Contest DEADLINE
March 24, 2019..............................................................4-H Public Speaking Contest
March 30, 2019 ............................................................ 4-H Horse Stampede
March 30, 2019 .............................................................4-H Companion Animal Challenge
Nebraska Charter Year
February 15, 2019 marks 150 years since the day the state of Nebraska chartered the University of Nebraska. This means that on February 15, 1869, the University of Nebraska became a part of the fabric of our state. Nebraska Extension is perfectly positioned to take this celebrations state-wide. So you will see some new ACTIVITIES in 2019 to celebrate this. One of them will be the following photography class at the fair:
State Fair Photography Class
• 4-H members enrolled in Mastering Photography Unit 3 are invited to celebrate N|150 by exhibiting in the Theme Print (Class B182060) at their local counties fairs. The top exhibit(s) from each county will be selected to advance to the Nebraska State Fair. February 15, 2019 marks 150 years of history to appreciate, impact to unpack, and stories to tell. How has the University of Nebraska impacted you, your family, or your community? How can you tell this story through photography?
New 4-H Drop Box
We have a new Drop Box outside of our office for the use of 4-H Families! We encourage you to utilize the Drop Box for dropping off items during non-office hours. Please note that the box will be locked at 5pm of all deadline days. The old Dropbox mailbox along Grant Street has been removed.
Youth Quality Care of Animals
Hunt Safer Education Class - March 1 in Blair
Washington County 4-H Archery leaders are holding a Hunt Safer Education class that will be held at the Orion Archery Range in Blair on March 1. Hunter safety class is required for those in 4-H archery 11 years and older. All the information is on the Nebraska Game and Parks website.
Class Details:
There are two types of certification – (1) Traditional classroom which is about 10 hours long, and (2) Hunt safe training which requires the completion of an online class (first) and then a 2-hour classroom session
The class offered in Blair on March 1 is a Hunt Safe Training
- The class will cover both archery and firearms.
- Youth may be certified for archery, or firearms or both.
- Youth attending MUST complete the online training prior to attending the 2-hour class room training. This is a state requirement and there cannot be any exceptions.
- The on-line class takes some time, so don’t let the student wait until the last minute.
- If the student takes the on-line class for both firearms and archery, he/she will receive both certificates. If he/she only takes the on-line class for archery than only the archery certificate will be awarded.
- Although hunting scenarios will be touched on, the class focus is on safety which is important for any sport or activity involving firearms or archery equipment.
- There is no maximum age limit to take the course, so parents, friends, siblings can sign up for the class as well. The class meets the requirements for other states too.
- Space is limited to 20 registrations.
- NE game and parks website: http://outdoornebraska.gov/huntereducation/
Class registration and details are found at: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/137726
If you have questions, email Brian Jennings (Brian_Jennings@cargill.com) or the Nebraska Games and Parks (http://outdoornebraska.gov/ or 402-471-0641).
Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshops
Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Add-One Workshop in Hunting Skills in Pleasanton
Source: Steve Pritchard, Nebraska Extension Educator
A Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Add-One Workshop is scheduled for March in Pleasanton. It will be held Saturday, March 23rd at the Community Building in Pleasanton. The deadline for early registration for this special session is March 13.
Volunteers have the opportunity to become certified as an adult (21 years and older) or apprentice (14-20 years old) leader. This special workshop will focus only on the Hunting Skills project area. Certification in this project area is only available to individuals who have been certified as a 4-H Shooting Sports instructor after January 1, 2014.
There is a minimum number of participants needed to offer this workshop. Workshop participants will learn under expert instruction from members of the Nebraska State 4-H Shooting Sports Training Team.
The early bird registration fee is $75 per person for this one-day workshop. This fee includes Saturday lunch, supplies and program materials. The registration fee after March 13th is $125. Participants must make their own lodging arrangements, if needed. Registration on Saturday runs from 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Please share this information with volunteers in your county. For more workshop information and registration link, go to the 4-H Shooting Sports web page. Or contact your local Nebraska Extension Office or Steve Pritchard at (402)395-2158 or (308)536-2691. Registration is available only online at the link provided in the brochure or they can register directly by clicking HERE.
Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop in Central City
https://4h.unl.edu/4halerts/nebraska-4-h-shooting-sports-leader-certification-workshop-central-city
Source: Steve Pritchard, Nebraska Extension Educator
A Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop is scheduled for early April in Central City. It will be held April 6-7 at the Merrick County Fairgrounds in Central City. The deadline to register for the Central City training is March 27.
Volunteers have the opportunity to become certified as an adult (21 years and older) or apprentice (14-20 years old) leader. Six project areas will be offered at the Workshop - rifle, shotgun, muzzleloading, coordinator, hunting skills, and archery. The Coordinator certification being offered in Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports is for individuals who work with certified shooting sports leaders, 4-H club leaders for shooting sports projects, or 4-H volunteers managing shooting sports events/competitions.
Coordinators will explore and learn more about the different disciplines in 4-H Shooting Sports, how to support the different types of coaches, structuring a budget, designing a fund-raising plan, building an overall plan focused on Positive Youth Development, practice handling conflict, discover how to manage and recruit volunteers, best practices for managing events and competitions, teaching more than just “shooting” with science and healthy lifestyles, and working within your county’s 4-H structure.
There is a minimum number of participants needed to offer these disciplines at the workshop. Workshop participants will learn under expert instruction from members of the Nebraska State 4-H Shooting Sports Training Team.
The registration fee is $110.00 per person for initial certification and those individuals adding an additional discipline except for Coordinator and Apprentice Instructors. The registration fee for Coordinator and Apprentice Instructors is $90 for this workshop. This fee includes meals, supplies and program materials. The registration fee after March 27th is $160. Participants must make their own lodging arrangements. Registration on Saturday runs from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Please share this information with volunteers in your county. For more workshop information and registration link, go to the 4-H Shooting Sports web page. Or contact your local Nebraska Extension Office or Steve Pritchard at (402)395-2158 or (308)536-2691. Registration is available only online at the link provided in the brochure or they can register directly by clicking HERE.
SUPPORT PROVIDED for CERTIFICATION
The Washington County 4-H Council provides support to Washington County 4-H volunteers interested in getting certified in the state 4-H shooting sports program. The 4-H Council will cover the cost of registration and will provide some travel funds to individuals who attend the Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Workshop and who will be donating their time and talents to support our county 4-H shooting sports program.
For more workshop information and the registration link, go to the 4-H Shooting Sports web page. If you have questions, please contact the Extension Office.
4-H Horse Stampede
Saturday, March 30, 2019
UNL East Campus, Animal Science Building
4-H Horse Stampede
The horse stampede is a group of contests for youth interested in horses. These contests do not require youth to have a horse all they need is to have an interest and be willing to learn some information about horses.
- The 4-H Horse Stampede will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Animal Science Complex.
- Contests include: Individual Demonstration Contest (can be done in person or through zoom), Team Demonstration (can be done in person or through zoom), Speech (can be done in person or through zoom), Junior or Senior Horse Bowl (team quiz bowl contest), Art Contest (do not need to be present to participate, you can mail in the entries), and Photography Contest (do not need to be present to participate, you can mail in the entries).
- It will be held the same day as the 4-H Companion Animal Challenge so that youth can compete in both events if they choose. We will ensure there are not schedule conflicts.
- If you would like to have lunch or a t-shirt at the contest please make sure to fill out a lunch or t-shirt order form when registering for contests.
- Entries are due to the Nebraska Extension in Washington County Office BY FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2019.
- For more information and registration forms: https://4h.unl.edu/horse/stampede
- Questions? Contact: Dr. Lena Luck (lena.luck@unl.edu)
4-H Companion Animal Challenge
Saturday, March 30, 2019
UNL East Campus, Animal Science Building
4-H Companion Animal Challenge:
The Companion Animal Challenge is a set of contests for youth interested in companion animals. These contests are animal-less and test youths knowledge about companion animals. New this year to the contest are a Cat Skillathon and an essay contest. 4-H youth ages 10-18 are invited to participate.
- The 4-H Companion Animal Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Animal Science Complex.
- Contests include: Demonstration Contest, Dog Skillathon Contest, Cat Skillathon Contest, Essay Contest, Art Contest, and Photography Contest.
- This event allows youth to apply their companion animal knowledge, but does not require them to have an animal!
- It will be held the same day as the 4-H Horse Stampede so that youth can compete in both events if they choose. We will ensure there are not schedule conflicts.
· Entries are due BY MARCH 8, 2019 directly to Lisa Karr at UNL, C204 Animal Science Building, Lincoln, NE 68583-0908.
· For more information and registration forms: https://4h.unl.edu/companion-animal/challenge
- Questions? Contact: Dr. Lisa Karr (lisa.karr@unl.edu)
8th Annual Innovative Youth Corn Challenge
Do you enjoy being outside? Learning new things about crops? Considering a career involving crops, insects, diseases, soils, water or more? Do you want to help figure out how to feed our world’s growing population in a sustainable way?
Nebraska Extension and the Nebraska Corn Board are offering the 8th Innovative Youth Corn Challenge contest. This contest, open to 4-H members (age 10 & older as of Jan. 1st) or FFA members (in-school members), guides participants through all aspects of corn production, as well as agricultural careers related to corn production.
As a team (2 or more participants), youth will be challenged to implement a production practice different than normal to determine if they increased their yield. Economics and sustainability of the practice will also be considered. Yields, cropping history, and production information will be collected in the Corn Yield Challenge management summary.
Cash prizes and plaques are given. First place receives $1,000, second place receives $500, and third place receives $250. Sustainability, crop scouting and “extra mile” awards are also given as cash awards.
To participate in 2019, youth must complete and return an entry form by March 15th to the Fillmore County Extension Office in Geneva, NE. Forms can be downloaded after January 1st at cropwatch.unl.edu/youth/activities. For more information, contact Brandy VanDeWalle at brandy.vandewalle@unl.edu.
Washington County 4-H Camp Scholarship
The Washington County 4-H Council sponsors 4-H Camp scholarships for 4-H'ers interested in attending a Nebraska 4-H Summer Camp. Scholarship amounts are as follows: $20 for Clover Kid recipients, $50 for recipients who did not complete a 2018 Career Portfolio, and $100 for recipients completed a 2018 Career Portfolio. The application is due March 15 to the Nebraska Extension-Washington County office by 5pm. Questions? Email washingtoncounty4h@unl.edu or call 402.426.9455
Find the PDF Fillable application on our website here: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/washington/scholarships-0/
Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Contest
The Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Contest provides an opportunity for youth to improve their public speaking skills while building confidence. Whether you write a speech or deliver a public service announcement, it's sure to be an enjoyable contest!
Contest: SUNDAY, MARCH 24 starting at 2pm
Location: Ft. Calhoun High School
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 18, 2019
Find the Registration form and more information on our website here: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/washington/public-speaking-contest/
Questions? Email washingtoncounty4h@unl.edu or call 402.426.9455Poultry Judging Clinic
Poultry Judging Clinic
Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 10am
UNL East Campus, Animal Science Building, Room D107
An in-depth clinic targeted for FFA and 4-H youth interested in Poultry Judging. Topics will include laying hen past production evaluation, egg grading and candling, carcass grading, and product identification; fun Quiz Bowl activity at lunch break; Mock contest after lunch.
Must be 8 years of age as of January 1, 2019 to participate.
Clinic Cost is $10 payable to UNL Animal Science – Poultry.
Registration form can be found HERE: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/washington/progress-shows-clinics-upcoming-events/18th Annual Burt County Beef Preview
Below are links to a flyer and entry form for the 18th Annual Burt County Beef Preview which will be held in Oakland on Saturday, April 6, 2019.
Flyer: https://go.unl.edu/2019_bcbp_flyer
Entry Form: https://go.unl.edu/2019_bcbp_entry_form
Northeast Nebraska 4-H Horse Show
Make plans now to attend the Northeast Nebraska 4-H Horse Show on June 5th starting at 4:00 pm. The show will be held at the Ridge Ranch Arena (Ray and Dorla Hermelbracht) near Homer, Nebraska. This show will feature a clinic like atmosphere with one on one interaction with the judge, and ribbons will be awarded to all riders. Roping and working ranch classes will begin at 4:00 pm with pleasure, horsemanship, reining, pole bending and barrel racing starting at 5:30 pm. A pre-registration fee of $10 per horse and rider and $5 for the roping and working ranch horse events is due by May 30th. Registrations will be taken the day of the show at $15 per horse and rider and $10 for the roping and working ranch horse events. For more information or a registration forms go to https://go.unl.edu/9nyj or contact the Nebraska Extension in Thurston County at 402-385-6041.
2019 Big Red Summer Academic Camps: June 9-14, 2019
BIG RED SUMMER ACADEMIC CAMPS are residential camps; ALL housing and food will be provided for all participants throughout the duration of the camp. Space is limited and camps will fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited scholarships are available to attend all Big Red Summer Academic Camps, significant scholarships may be available for select camps. Please check bigredcamps.unl.edu for additional significant scholarship information.
SIGN UP DATES: EARLY BIRD - APRIL 15 | REGULAR - MAY 1 | LATE - AFTER MAY 1
New camp offered for 2019: Discover Animation. Also offered are the focus areas of Weather and Climate Science, Education, Engineering, Filmmaking, Outdoor Nebraska, Unicameral Youth Legislature, and Veterinary Science.
More information regarding Big Red Camps is also available online at http://bigredcamps.unl.edu.
Adventure Day at 4-H Camp
· Saturday June 15, 2019 10AM – 4PM
· Youth ages 6-12 years old are eligible to attend! $35 per person. 1 adult meal is included per child registration. Adults chaperones are encouraged to attend, but are not required.
· Introduce your camper to just how fun 4-H Camp can be! This camp lets you indulge in your adventurous side! Wildlife experts join us with a live animal demonstration where we will get up close and personal with some cool wild animals. Then we will head to Schramm Park where you will get a choice between exploring the NEW Ak-Sar-Ben Aquarium’s interactive exhibits or try your hand at canoeing and fishing on the ponds.
· Make sure you pack your swimsuit because in the afternoon you will be making a splash during our water party and taking trips down our GIANT Waterside!
Here is the direct link to register! http://www.ultracamp.com/info/sessiondetail.aspx?idCamp=381&campCode=4hc&idSession=220249
4-H Leader Spotlight
Click here to view: https://www.smore.com/t3xw1
Tractor Safety Training - Hazardous Occupations Course
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/washington/tractor-safety-courses/
University Hall stands out in the photo below of Lincoln in 1871.
A link to the N!150 History video is available at the N|150 website: https://n150.unl.edu The direct link to the video on the UNL MediaHub is: https://mediahub.unl.edu/media/10621
Washington County Extension | 4-H
Emily Bormann, 4-H Extension Assistant - ebormann2@unl.edu
Autumn Lemmer, 4-H Extension Assistant - alemmer2@unl.edu
Mary Larsen, 4-H Support Staff - mlarsen9@unl.edu
Email: washington-county@unl.edu
Website: http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/washington/
Location: 597 Grant St, Blair, NE, United States
Phone: 402-426-9455
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNLWashingtonCounty/?ref=hl
Twitter: @WCNE4H