4-H Blast from York County
April 29th, 2021
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The goal of the series is to provide you quick, inside looks into all things 4-H. Our first snapshot covers the ins and outs of enrolling in 4-H Online, while our second focus is on upcoming workshops. If you haven't enrolled yet, do so soon so you don't miss out on workshop opportunities or other important information rolling out soon!
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30 - Extension Office Closed for Arbor Day
1 - Final 4-H Enrollment Deadline
1 - Summer Workshop Enrollment OPEN
7 - District Horse Entries & ID Deadline
7 - Regional Jr. 4-H Camp Registration due
18 - CSI Meeting 4:45 pm
29 - PASE Entry Deadline
31 - Extension Office Closed for Memorial Day
1 - YQCA In-Person Training
2-4th - Regional Jr. 4-H Camp
15 - Hippology and Horse Judging Entries Due15 - YQCA Deadline
17 - District 4-H Horse Show (Lincoln)
28-29 - PASE Contests
30 - State Public Speaking Contest
Summer Workshops are COMING!
Please still sign up for workshops, even if waitlisted, as we will evaluate numbers and determine if additional workshops or more individuals can be added. Also, if someone drops, waitlist members will be notified of openings.
Flyers have been sent out in the mail and also available at the Extension Office. Check out some sneak peeks below!
June 22nd
Learn how to bake and decorate sugar cookies!
1-4 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
June 29th
Learn about baking the perfect cupcake, cupcake flavors, and decorations! Gain insight into how to turn a hobby into a business!
9 am-Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
June 29th
Learn the science behind ingredients and have fun experimenting with food. Youth will end creating their own unique recipe from a store-bought box mix.
1-4 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
May 26th
Construct a functional wooden planter and learn about finishing techniques.
9 am to Noon - Cornerstone Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
June 23rd & 24th
2 DAY WORKSHOP (must attend both)
Learn about electrical circuits and apply your knowledge by creating a personalized lamp.
10 am to 2 pm both days
Cornerstone Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
July 9th
Learn the basic skills needed for MIG (wire-fed) welding. Youth will learn shop safety, welding basics, and practice techniques to complete projects.
9 am to Noon - Welding Board
1-4 pm - Simple Project *must be in both*
York High School Shop
Limit 12
Ages 13-18
June 15th
Learn 2 fabric design techniques: tie-dye and screen printing.
1-4 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
June 15th & 17th
Basic stitches will be taught and a chunky blanket created during this workshop. Two days with an opportunity to practice the beginning and learning the end.
9 am to Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 8+
July 15th
Take fabric design to the next level by learning from former 4-H member Jessi Harrington-Newton. Learn techniques from beading, embroidery, and pattern creation.
9 am to Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 15
Ages 10+
June 16th
Learn techniques perfect for portfolio projects! Create unique pieces and gain skills that can also be used for the lettering workshop.
9 am to Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 18
Ages 8+
June 16th
Learn the process of creating lettering and apply those skills to the creation of their own sign and greeting cards.
1-4 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 18
Ages 12+
June 17th
Take old t-shirts and learn weaving skills to create a rug.
1-4 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 15
Ages 8+
May 25th CLOVER KIDS
Learn how to plan a meal, substitute ingredients, make a simple recipe, and set a table.
9 am to Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 5-7
June 30th CLOVER KIDS
Come explore with us and make up to 3 projects for fair exhibits.
9 am to Noon - 4-H Building
Limit 12
Ages 5-7
July 1st
Learn beginning sewing skills and construct pajama pants or shorts.
10 am to 2 pm - 4-H Building
Limit 8
Ages 8+
Phone Holder Kit
Take-Home Kit
Will get to select fabric options.
Pillowcase Kit
Take-Home Kit
Will get to select fabric options.
Fabric Bowl Kit
Take-Home Kit
Will get to select fabric options.
If you are interested, contact the Extension Office to see what is available.
2021 Regional Junior 4-H Camp
Registration Open: NOW through May 14th -- Early Bird Registration ends May 7th.
Join us for fun activities, including a zip line, repelling wall, swimming, singing, campfires, and MORE! Regional Junior 4-H Camp counties that are involved include Polk, York, Platte, Merrick, Antelope, Boone, Hamilton, and Nance. The camp is open to ALL youth, 4-H ages 8-11. 12-year-old campers will be placed on a waiting list if registered and paid; then if space allows after the registration deadline, they will be notified if they can attend.
Complete the online form at https://go.unl.edu/2021jrcamp then either send or bring payment to the Extension office by May 7th for Early Bird rates or May 14th for the full amount.
Virtual Opportunities
Virtual Home Learning
Living Room Learning
Nov 17 - Healthy Life, Happy Life
Virtual Field Trip
Nov 18 - Mountains of Sweetness - Growing Sugar in Nebraska
Dec 2 - Fried Shrimp, Shrimp Kababs, Coconut Shrimp, Nebraska Shrimp - Wait What?
STEM at Home
Classroom Connection
We’re proud to launch the new 4-H Classroom Connection, a collection of life enrichment experience designed for groups of youth in school classrooms, home school co-ops, afterschool programs, and families looking for supplemental learning experiences. All the programs are supported by a statewide network of positive youth development experts, bringing the education of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln straight to your classroom. 4h.unl.edu/classroom-connection
UNL Extension - York County
Jenny Rees - jrees2@unl.edu
Amanda Hackenkamp - amanda.hackenkamp@unl.edu
Steph Horak - steph.horak@unl.edu
Email: york-county@unl.edu
Website: https://york.unl.edu
Location: 2345 North Nebraska Avenue, York, NE, USA
Phone: (402) 362-5508
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unlextensionyork/?ref=bookmarks