The 4-H Update
August 26, 2022
State Fair Information
2022 Nebraska State Fair
Good luck to our local 4-H members participating in shows and contests at the Nebraska State Fair this weekend!
Download the Nebraska Extension State Fair mobile app (go.unl.edu/zbap) for the earliest possible access to 4-H show programs, contest schedules, results, and more!
Don't want the app, you can still get details, including parking, hours and schedules at https://www.statefair.org/
State Fair Exhibit Pick UP
After State Fair, entries may be picked up at the Extension office.
Wednesday, September 7 through Friday, September 9 from 8 am – 4:30 pm.
Please pick up items NO LATER than Sept. 9 as we do not have room to store them.
County Fair Wrap Up
Publicity Forms
Submit your 4-Her's prize winning project and picture at https://go.unl.edu/2022_fair
This site is for plaque winners, items selected for state fair, judges special recognition, etc.
For questions, please contact Rachel at rwright4@unl.edu
New to 4-H?
Did you know that 4-H members* get premiums for their ribbons? This include contests, static exhibits and animals shows.
Premium checks will be available at the End Of Year 4-H Banquet on Oct. 18 at the Sarpy County Fairgrounds. Can't be at the banquet, come to the 4-H office after Oct 18 to get your premiums. Monday-Friday 8-4:30 pm. All checks need to be picked up by December 1st and must be deposited 120 days after the check is written.
For more info. about the 4-H club program, contact Katherine at ksundgren@unl.edu
*Traditional 4-H members, this does not include Clover Kid youth.
Diamond Clover
The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover program is designed to reach and recognize all youth engaged in 4-H, from club members and campers to school enrichment, afterschool, and special interest program participants. See the flier here.
Learn more and get your application at https://4h.unl.edu/diamond-clover
Due to Katherine (ksundgren@unl.edu) by September 30, 2022.
Feature of the Week
4-Her of the Week - Cecilia Post
Cecilia Post's Home Environment Project was selected for State Fair.
The purpose of Home Environment is to learn design principles and develop graphic design techniques. In addition, activities in this category encourage well-thought-out design plans and diverse artistic techniques. Be sure to take note of the rules section to develop a successful project.
See this area of the fairbook at https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-home-environment-2022.pdf
Club Community Service - Independent Riders
After presenting the gate, The Independent Riders hosted a trail clinic. Linda Foxworthy was the volunteer clinician, and 4-H members learned and practiced the proper techniques to walk, trot and lope over obstacles. Trail rules were discussed, and the participants practiced the correct way to approach obstacles and go through a gate.
June Braesch, Ava Irwin presenting the gate to Leroy Bax, Tim Beck, Norm Sheldon
Upcoming Events
When: October 18
Where: Sarpy County Fairgrounds
Join us for our annual event! Watch future newsletters for more information.
When: October 14, 9 am to noon
Where: 8015 West Center Road, Omaha
RSVP or questions can be directed to Katherine ksundgren@unl.edu
Statewide Opportunities
4-H State Rodeo
Saturday, October 8th, 2022
Lancaster Event Center- Lincoln, NE
Register: https://cvent.me/v5dno9
Deadline for Entries, Horse ID forms, & Advancement Levels = SEPTEMBER 16TH
Entries are done online
Horse ID forms should be handed into county offices by September 16th (county procedures can be found on the employee resource page)
Advancement levels will be checked after registration, as we will send out a verification doc. for county offices to confirm!
Youth must submit a 4-H Horse ID Form(s) and must have passed the corresponding Advancement Level in order to compete by the deadline SEPTEMBER 16TH
For more Information: https://4h.unl.edu/horse-rodeo
2023 4-H Dates
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
Submit your community service project at 4h.unl.edu/csps
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/douglassarpy4h