The 4-H Update
June 24, 2021
Deadlines and New Information
35th Annual Papio Valley 4-H Livestock Show - Goat, Sheep & Beef Show - Saturday, June 26, 2021
Sarpy County Fairgrounds – Springfield, NE
LUNCH STAND ON GROUNDS
General information:
Entry Fees: Beef & Bucket Calf- $20 per head • Sheep/Goat -$10 per head
Showmanship-FREE • Clover Kids-FREE • Sheep Lead -$10
FOR MORE INFORMATION click here.
Showmanship and Horsemanship Clinic
When: July 8,2021
Time: 5-8 PM
Where: SARPY FAIRGROUNDS
OPEN TO ALL AGES
BRING YOUR HORSES
DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED, BUT YOU MUST PREREGISTER AT
HTTPS://FORMS.GLE/H RSCR4PUMDZRJEVO7
Bonus event: Hippology contest will follow the clinic
Douglas-Sarpy 4-H Rocket Building Workshop
June 30, 2021 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Douglas-Sarpy Central office
8015 West Center Road NE
for ages 8-18
$15 - ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED.
register at https://cvent.me/VnGY7Y
Showcase of 4-H Gems for 4-H Juniors and Seniors
The Douglas/Sarpy 4-H Council would like to encourage all eligible candidates to participate in the Douglas-Sarpy Showcase of 4-H Gems. To be selected and honored as a 4-H Gem is a positive way to share your success and experiences throughout your 4-H career. Receiving the honor of being named a Diamond or Emerald 4-Her is an excellent addition to your resume and college scholarship essays. We encourage all eligible candidates to submit their application for the opportunity to participate so that we can celebrate all of your accomplishments throughout your 4-H career.
See the application here.
Virtual BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING CAMP!
4-H's Summer is off to a Great Start!!!
Check out some summer fun here.
Don't forget to sign up for some of our pre-fair contests:
Tractor Driving: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-tractor-driving-contest-2021.pdf
Shooting Sports Archery: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-shooting-sports-archery-contest-2021.pdf
Shooting Sports Rifle: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-shooting-sports-rifle-contest-2021.pdf
I Belong
Get your “I Belong” yard sign while supplies last.
For information about the yard signs, please contact douglas-sarpy4h@unl.edu
Send us pictures of you and your "I Belong" sign here.
Preparing for Fair
Important Dates to Remember
Sarpy County Fair 4-H Livestock, Horse, Poultry, Rabbit & Cavy Entries are due July 15th.
Static Pre-Entry is due on July 15th, with the exception of Horticulture & Food Exhibits.
Look for a link via email from Mary Dierks on July 1st.
Horticulture & Food entry tags will be created on Entry Day, August 3rd from Noon to 7:00 pm.
Fair Project Idea - Flowers
We Want You for the Next 4-H Food Stand Manager
The Douglas-Sarpy 4-H Council has a food stand at the Sarpy County Fair. This fundraiser is run by volunteers, but also has hired manager. The council is looking for a new Manager!
Check out the flier here.
Fremont 4-H Expo
July 7 - 10, 2021
Location: Christensen Field, 16 & Ridgeroad Drive, Fremont, Nebraska
This event is open to 4-H & FFA Exhibitors from the following counties: Burt, Butler, Colfax, Cuming, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington.
Learn more at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/dodge/frfourhexhguide/
Douglas County Online Entries currently open
Open Class Static Exhibits (Produce Show, Food Show, Textile Arts Show, Quilt Show, and Photography Show). Entries are due Tuesday, July 13th, and will be displayed throughout the fair.
https://www.douglascountyfair.org/entry-forms-2
Livestock Shows will be
Saturday, July 17th
Youth Open Class Cattle Show Check in 7:30am Show 9:00am
Youth Open Class Goat Show Check in 12:00pm Show 2:00pm
Youth Open Class Sheep Show Check in 2:00pm Show 4:00pm
Sunday July 18th
Youth Open Class Swine Show Check in 8:30am Show 10:00am
Youth Open Class Rabbit Show Check in 7:30am Show 9:00am
Youth Open Class Poultry Show Check in 11:30am Show 1:00p
4-H Fashion Show
The 4-H Fashion Show is an opportunity for youth to showcase their clothing construction and consumer management skills. The 4-H Fashion Show judging will be held in-person on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at the Douglas-Sarpy Extension Office, 8015 West Center Road from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Youth will then showcase their skills on the runway at the 4-H Fashion Show at the Sarpy County Fair on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at 6:00 p.m.
Registration deadline is Thursday, July 8th. Find the entry form here: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-fashion-show-2021.pdf
Submit entry form and questions to Stephanie Thorson (stephanie.thorson@unl.edu) or drop your form off in our office (8015 W Center Road, Omaha 68124).
We look forward to seeing you there!
4-H LIVESTOCK ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
The Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program is designed to promote all educational aspects of 4-H livestock projects including selection, production, leadership, and exhibition by recognizing youth striving to improve in their livestock project knowledge and leadership.
Upcoming Events
- June 26 - Papio Valley 4-H Livestock Progress Show at the Sarpy Fairgrounds. Show Flier can be found here.
- June 29 - Table Toppers Contest
- July 7 - Rocket Launch Contest Entry Forms Due
- July 11- July 15, 2021- State 4-H Horse Show
- July 14th 3:30-6:30pm Rocket Launch Contest (Springfield American Legion-13600 Pflug Rd, Springfield, NE 68059)
July 24th Archery Contest at the Sarpy Fairgrounds.
July 31- BB Gun contest at the Sarpy Fairgrounds.
July 31 - 8:00 AM Horse Show-Performance Events
July 31 - 5:00 PM Horse Show-Speed Events
August 2 - 6:00 PM - 4-H Dog Show
August 3 - 12:00-7:00 PM - Entry Day& Interview Judging-All Static Exhibits
August 3 - 3:00-8:00 PM - Rabbit and Poultry Check In
August 4 - 8:00-11:00 AM - Swine Check-in
August 4 - 8:30 AM - Rabbit & Cavy Show
August 4 - 9:00 AM - Poultry Show
August 4 - 11:00 AM-1:00 PM - Sheep & Goat Check in
August 4 - 11:00 AM-2:00 PM - Beef & Bucket Calf Check In
August 4 - 3:30 PM - Tractor Driving Contest
August 4 - 5:00 PM - Opening Ceremonies
August 4 - 5:30 PM - 4-H Building Opens to Public (closes at 10 PM)
August 4 - 6:00 PM - 4-H Fashion Show
August 5 - 8:00 AM - Swine Show
August 5 -10:00 AM - Sheep Lead
August 5 -10:00 AM-10:00 PM - 4-H Building Open
August 5 -11:00 AM - Meat Goat Show
August 5 -1:00 PM - Sheep Show
August 5 -5:00 PM - The Showcase of 4-H Gems
August 6 - 8:30 AM - Goat Showmanship (Dairy, Meat, Pygmy)
August 6 - 9:30 AM - Dairy & Pygmy Goat Show
August 6 - 9:30 AM - Bucket Calf Interviews
August 6 - 10:00 AM-10:00 PM - 4-H Building Open
August 6 - 11:30 AM - Bucket Calf Show
August 6 - 1:00 PM - Beef Show
August 6 - 5:00 PM - 4-H Council Pie Auction
August 6 - 8:00 PM - Rodeo (4-H Section Tickets Available)
August 7th - 10:00 AM - Sarpy County Fair Parade
August 7th -10:00AM-10:00 PM - 4-H Building Open
August 7th -11:00 AM - Adult Showmanship Contest
August 7th - 4:30 PM - 4-H Round Robin Showmanship Contest
August 8th - 6:30 AM-9:30 AM - 4-H Livestock Released
August 8th - 4:00 PM-5:30 PM - 4-H Static Exhibits Released
August 9th - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 4-H Static Exhibits Released & 4-H Building Clean Up
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
Email: douglas-sarpy4h@unl.edu
Website: www.douglas-sarpy.unl.edu
Location: 8015 West Center Road, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-444-7804
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NebraskaExtensioninDouglasSarpyCounties/
Papillion Office
The new Papillion office construction is complete and ready for clients! Because the layout and security are much different from our prior offices, please contact Mary Dierks and make an appointment before coming to pick up 4-H t-shirts, ear tags, armbands, etc. You can reach Mary at 402-444-7804 or mdierks@sarpy.com<mailto:mdierks@sarpy.com>