I was privileged to spend 2 days in Lincoln teaching and learning with four of our Nuckolls-Thayer 4-H ambassadors (pictured left). They networked with other county 4-H ambassadors, toured both city and east campuses (including the animal science complex), and worked on their elevator pitches and personal branding (from social media to professional dress) to better advocate for agriculture and 4-H. I'm excited to see what they do next with the skills they gained March 26-March 27.
Enroll in Nebraska 4-H TODAY April 1
Make sure you enroll for the 2021 4-H year before the end of TODAY, April 1 for priority enrollment. Enroll in all projects areas that you could possibly want to exhibit at fair. If you have any issues with 4-H Online, please email or call your local extension office! We do not want tech frustrations to make this difficult. After you enroll by the end of today for priority enrollment, you can change project areas in 4-H Online until May 1.
4-H Online home page:
https://ne.4honline.com/Login.aspx?403D4050364539525371705375593D
We're excited for our spring 2021 plans for workshops, clinics, and judging contests. Train your dog, practice your livestock judging skills, and try out some new static projects via our local online workshop offerings. Keep reading for details!
Mock Horse Judging Contest March 15-April 15
Judge classes and answer questions just like in a contest; but without the pressure of awards and placings. Practice the classes as many times as you want!
Running online March 15-April 15, 2021
6 classes
Halter & performance
Questions on every class
Official placings and cuts will be provided
No awards will be given
Cost: $20
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Extension Horses “Revitalized” HALTER courses
This a progressive series of four lessons is designed to offer equine science information, student activities, and techniques to foster positive youth development. Each level builds on the previous one. Once each level, is completed and the associated requirements, you will receive a certificate of completion!
This is an excellent tool for anyone working with youth and horses. Please note – this does NOT replace the Horsemanship Advancement Level Certification to become a Nebraska Advancement Levels tester.
4-H Horse Judges Certification & Training
We are excited to announce our annual 4-H Judges Certification & Training will be virtual this year! This workshop will include Equine Industry experts, University faculty, and carded judges going over our various topics (Ranch Pleasure, Showmanship, Western Riding, and Hunt Seat Equitation).
For the month of April, our virtual meetings will be held at 6:00pm CT on April 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th. AND participants will receive Judging Kits! Sign up today for only $40 to learn from experts and receive your judging essentials!
Our Experts
Clay Cavinder- Mississippi State University
John Pipkin- West Texas A&M University
Kathy Anderson- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lena Luck- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Sarah Schobert- Texas A&M University
Fort Robinson 4-H Horse Camp
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Loup River Beef Preview Progross Show
Loup River Beef Preview Progress Show Details
Loup River Beef Preview Progress Show Entry Form
Kelby Mumm, a 13-year Thayer County 4-H member, has been selected as a Nebraska 4-H Achievement Application Winner. Mumm will have the opportunity to represent Nebraska 4-H at the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia from Nov. 26-30, 2021. This is one of 4-H’s highest achievements.
“To be selected, I had to write my achievement application,” says Mumm. “Then, I had to do really well with my record books and projects over the year.”
The National 4-H Congress is an award program that recognizes the outstanding performances and high achievements of 4-H youth. The purpose of this program is to provide youth with high-quality educational and cultural experiences, respond to individual states’ diversity needs, and allow youth the chance to plan and implement this program. Participants must complete an Achievement Application and are selected by a team of 4-H extension educators and assistants from across the state of Nebraska. Twenty-three winners are selected and granted a partial scholarship to help them attend the event.
“I hope to gain new insight on how to become a better leader and role model,” says Mumm. “I think it is really important since not everyone has a role model to look up to.”
Additionally, Mumm is still in the running as an Achievement Application finalist for National 4-H Conference Selection. She will potentially be representing Nebraska at the virtual National 4-H Conference in 2021.
The National 4-H Conference gives 4-H members from Land Grant University 4-H Departments the opportunity to present their prepared briefings about relevant topics to federal officials in Washington, D.C. Participants are able to work together for four weeks before presenting their presentations to the officials. Two delegates are selected each year to represent Nebraska at the National 4-H Conference.
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