CENTRAL SANDHILLS AREA 4-H NEWS
December Newsletter 2020
Contact Information
AMANDA DAVIS
4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
Mailing Address: PO Box 148 - Thedford, NE 69166
Email: amanda.davis@unl.edu
Website: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/centralsandhills/
Location: 503 Main Street, Thedford, NE, USA
Phone: (308)645-2267
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/centralsandhillsarea/
DECEMBER EDITION
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Thank you for all your hard work through the year of 2020! I know there have been many challenges this last year and it is appreciated that everyone adapted and overcame those obstacles so that our youth could still have learning opportunities and showcase their hard work! It is not yet known how 2021 will start out, but please hang in there, and hopefully soon we can get back on track!
Sincerely,
Amanda Davis
4-H Youth Assistant, Central Sandhills Area
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Nebraska Extension in the Central Sandhills
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Nebraska Extension in the Sandhills
PLEASE SHARE WITH US YOUR NEWS so it can be included in our newsletters! Forward any 4-H news, events, or activities with Amanda at amanda.davis@unl.edu or Marcy at mandersen16@unl.edu
New UNL and Nebraska Extension 4-H COVID Guidance
- When in the "Red" on the covid dial, in-person programs/activities/meetings (4-H and Extension) this includes 4-H clubs, practices, committees, and 4-H council meetings will need to be virtual. No in-person gatherings. If you need help setting up a virtual meeting please let the Extension Office know and we can assist you.
- If a county is "Orange" on the covid dial with the respective health department, then activities can commence HOWEVER, 6 ft. social distance is required and MASKS are required.
- When a county is lowered to "Yellow", masks will be highly encouraged (not required) at the Extension or 4-H sponsored activities or events.
Governing Health Department Districts:
Blaine County: Loup Basin Public Health Dept.
Grant County: Panhandle Health Dept.
Hooker & Thomas Counties: West Central Health Dept.
As of today, 12/4/2020 here are the current Covid-19 Dial Measures:
Blaine: Orange
Grant: Red
Hooker: Red
Thomas: Red
WELCOME TO THE NEW 4-H YEAR
The new 4-H year began on October 15!
Membership fees are $10 per youth for the entire membership year, regardless of how many project disciplines a 4-H member may decide to participate in.
***4-H youth planning to participate in Shooting Sports or any horse-related activities should also be ENROLLED online PRIOR to any practices or shooting activities due to safety and legal liabilities.
When (re)enrolling online at ne.4honline.com be sure to use FIREFOX or GOOGLE CHROME web browsers. Internet Explorer (e) or Edge is NOT compatible and may cause issues when processing the enrollment.
If you have any questions, please contact us:
Marcy Andersen, Office Manager: email at mandersen16@unl.edu or Amanda Davis, 4-H Youth Assistant: amanda.davis@unl.edu or phone the Extension Office at 308-645-2267
UPCOMING EVENTS
December 14
January 11
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT
The Nebraska 4-H Equine Webinar Series is a great way for 4-H leaders, parents, and senior aged youth to gain knowledge in various equine-related topic areas. Each session, a new topic will be covered with various experts joining to share their experience and expertise.
For more information click HERE
Steer Fed Challenge
Application Submission Deadline
December 31
The Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge is an opportunity for youth interested in learning more about the cattle industry and is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the Nebraska cattle industry. For more information click HERE
4-H Photography Showcase
Submission Deadline
December 31
The 4-H Photography Showcase offers photography project showcase opportunities beyond traditional print media. Each month, 4-H’ers are invited to submit their favorite photo. Photos will be selected from the submissions to be showcased online by Nebraska 4-H. The 4-H Photography Showcase is open to enrolled 4-H members. For more information click HERE
IMPORTANT COUNTY FAIR UPDATE
FED STEER CHALLENGE
The Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge is an opportunity for youth interested in learning more about the cattle industry and is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the Nebraska cattle industry.
The goal of the Fed Steer Challenge is to enhance the educational value of the traditional 4-H beef projects by providing an affordable option that rewards production merit and carcass value of the market animal, along with accurate and complete record-keeping, industry knowledge, and producer engagement by the 4-H member. For more information, please visit HERE
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Jarvis Memorial, $500. Email Gloria Turnbull at turnbull@inebraska.com for info
NE 4-H Foundation, Multiple Scholarships, Due January 15.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Friday, December 25 and Friday, January 1.
We will see you NEXT YEAR!