Otoe County 4-H Wednesday What-Nots
March 13, 2024
SHOUT OUTS
OPPORTUNITIES
2024 Cornhusker Livestock Judging Championships
Complete the following information to reserve your spot in this year's Cornhusker Livestock Judging Championships. A minimum of 100 participants is needed for this contest to happen-- if we do not get 100 participants registered by March 8, we will not have the contest. This contest will be capped at 400 participants so register TODAY. Walk-Ins welcome. Note: walk-ins will NOT receive a t-shirt.
$100 per team
Age Divisions
Junior High 6th-8th Graders Only
Open: ANYONE (9-12 gr. & Adults)
There is no limit for teams, you can have 5 participants per team but only the top 4 scores will be counted towards the team total.
Where: York County Fairgrounds
When: March 19
Registration 7:30-8:45 am
Judging starts at 9:00 am
Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOAOKshGXZSWl4h15wvYZ0mXq6XgmQ9RQIwyYDOfGsuyYUEA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
See attached flyer. Questions should be directed to those names on the flyer.
The 4-H Horse Stampede entry portal is open! New for 2024 is the addition of elementary age group (8-10) for all contests.
Online Entry Procedures:
Entries for 2024 4-H Horse Stampede are utilizing 4-H Online. Youth need to login to their 4-H Online account and click on the events tab, then select the 2024 Horse Stampede event.
Please contact Kim Dugan at 308-750-3912 if you are interested.
Make a difference this summer! The Nebraska State 4-H Camp is now hiring Program Staff and Assistants for the 2024 Summer Camp season. Work with youth from across Nebraska helping to build community, teach new skills, and foster a love of the outdoors. Apply today at go.unl.edu/campjob
More information can be found at https://animalscience.unl.edu/chick-days
Corn Yield Challenge for 4-H and FFA Members
We are delighted to announce the Corn Yield Challenge, a prestigious contest open to 4-H members (aged 8 and older as of January 1st) and FFA members (in-school members). This competition is designed to guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of all facets of corn production, including aspects related to agricultural careers associated with corn production.
Key Features:
- Team Participation: Teams comprising two or more youth participants will collaboratively embark on the challenge.
- Innovative Practices: Youth will be tasked with implementing a production practice differing from the norm, with the goal of assessing its impact on increasing corn yield.
- Data Collection: The Corn Yield Challenge management summary will systematically gather crucial information, including yields, cropping history, and production details.
- Recognition and Rewards: Outstanding achievements will be duly rewarded with cash prizes and plaques for the top three teams:
- First Place: $1,000
- Second Place: $500
- Third Place: $250
- Special Awards: In addition to the top rankings, commendable efforts will be acknowledged through the "Extra Mile" and "Ag Literacy" Awards, each carrying a value of $200.
This competition not only fosters a spirit of innovation in corn production but also serves as a platform for recognizing dedication and excellence within the 4-H and FFA communities. We encourage all eligible participants to embrace this opportunity to showcase their skills and contribute to the advancement of agricultural practices.
For detailed guidelines and participation information, please refer to the https://cropwatch.unl.edu/youth/cornchallenge webpage or contact Brandy VanDeWalle at brandy.vandewalle@unl.edu.
4-H Rabbit Show
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m. at Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th & Havelock – South Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. This is a great opportunity for youth to talk to other 4-H’ers about where to purchase a good rabbit for a 4-H project, and to learn and practice showmanship. Rabbit Quiz and Breed Identification contests are free for youth to enter!
Again this year: the knowledge contests are open to adults for a minimal fee!
For questions, contact Kate Pulec at kpulec3@unl.edu or 402-441-7180.
Registration is NOW OPEN!
Data Driven: A Statistics and Data Field Day
Date: March 16, 2024
Location: Dinsdale Family Learning Commons on UNL East Campus
Who: Teams of four 10th-12th graders!
Why: Win Scholarships! Make Connections! Meet Industry Leaders!!
Additional Information:
• Teams will compete in 5 unique games with a focus on probability, data science, and a little bit of luck.
• Additional rewards include Nebraska swag, time with industry professionals, and more!
• Team Members should be in 10th – 12th grades, with occasional exceptions allowed for exceptional 9th graders; and all members on a team should be from the same or neighboring counties.
BONUS: Registration costs for the first 20 teams is sponsored by the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Use code CASNR at checkout!
Email Dr. Kimberly Stanke at kstanke2@unl.edu with questions or to be added to future email communications!
More details at: https://4h.unl.edu/data-driven
For more information, visit 4h.unl.edu/livestock-judging-circuit.
Please join us for our annual Nebraska 4-H Horse Judging School on April 20, 2024, at the Animal Science Complex on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's East Campus in Lincoln, NE.
This event is for horse show judges, aspiring judges, judging team coaches, and senior age youth! We will have classroom demonstrations and live horse judging.
The main topics covered are Judging 4-H, Rules and Guidelines, Conformation, Ranch Riding and Trail.
Register today! https://cvent.me/MPlM03
Find the registration link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLiN4p9_AQwJX_9Xf_6GdhctGA_aVxWwZPVmIvWcQxtpzvGg/viewform
FROM THE OFFICE
Register for the in-person trainings online at this link here: YQCAprogram.org. Here is a link that may help troubleshooting any issues you may have: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZHW2qtMlOc For any questions or help, please contact Stephanie at the Extension Office at (402) 269-2301 ext 314
Submit your entries here: Online Survey Software | Qualtrics Survey Solutions
UPCOMING DATES
Upcoming Dates
- Sunday, March 17th - In-person YQCA Training 6:00 - 7:15 pm
- Friday, March 29th - Grow an Herb Garden Workshop 9 - 11 am
- Saturday, April 27th - Sheep & Meat Goat Weigh In 9 - 11 am
- Saturday, April 27th - 4-H Music Contest entries are due
- July 25-28 - Otoe County Fair
Nebraska Extension in Otoe County
Elizabeth Dunn, Youth Development Extension Educator, edunn8@unl.edu
Stephanie Stephens, 4-H Assistant, sstephens9@unl.edu
Ben Jewell, Rural Prosperity Nebraska Associate Extension Educator, bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu
Cheryl Goff, Office Manager, cheryl.goff@unl.edu
Website: www.otoe.unl.edu
Location: 620 1st Street, Syracuse, NE, USA
Phone: (402) 269-2301
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nebraska-Extension-in-Otoe-County