4-H Friday NewsBlast

Come join the fun! We will have games, contests, snacks and more! Wear your favorite costume and enter the costume contest! Family pumpkin carving contest - bring your families masterpiece to the party you may win a prize! See you there! We are moving the party inside to the Expo Building on the fairgrounds.

YOU MUST RE-ENROLL EVERY YEAR!

Starting in the 2023-2024 program year, project selection is now optional. By successfully completing the 4-H member enrollment by the June 15th deadline, youth will be eligible to participate and exhibit in any project area, contest, county and state fairs. While project selection is optional, it is encouraged for youth to select projects they are interested in exploring.
Please note:

o Youth are only eligible to exhibit in a project area or contest in a single county.

o Horse and shooting sports projects will continue to require project enrollment due to the parental consent required to participate in these projects.

Here is the link: https://v2.4honline.com/

Email Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu with questions

The Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Orientation serves as an introduction to the 4-H Youth Development program in Nebraska. As part of the screening process, the orientation covers a variety of foundational and essential topics. Any interested individuals including current or prospective volunteers, are welcome to complete the orientation. However, all new volunteers serving in direct roles, such as club leader, project leader, or workshop presenter, are required to complete the orientation. Volunteers are also required to complete the orientation as part of the re-screening process. Here is the link: Volunteer Orientation | Nebraska 4-H (unl.edu) Please email Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu with questions.

4-H's Companion Cat Science is a self-paced learning opportunity offering educational information about caring for and showing cats.

The online course is great for middle-school-aged youth but is open to all youth regardless of age who are looking to learn more about cats and the 4-H cat project.

Check it out at: https://4h.unl.edu/companion-cat-science...

The Nebraska State Poultry Association Show is November 18th and 19th, 2023 at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln. More info: https://www.poultryshowcentral.com/Nebraska_State_Poultry_Association.html

Nebraska 4-H is hitting the road again for the Volunteer Road Show, a professional development opportunity for 4-H volunteers across the state. Join us for an evening to discover new opportunities for yourself and your 4-H youth, network with other 4-H volunteers in your community, and build your skills as a 4-H volunteer! Registration is $15 and includes a meal and all materials. More info: https://4h.unl.edu/volunteer-road-show

Applications are open and due December 1, 2023 for the 2024 program year. For more information

regarding the Fed Steer Challenge, or to apply to participate in 2024, visit https://4h.unl.edu/fed-steer-challenge

Join us for a virtual learning session about the Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge

Wednesday November 8th at 8:00 p.m. CT/7:00 p.m. MT

Via Zoom: https://unl.zoom.us/j/94751323224

Community service is an important part of the 4-H experience. Not only do communities benefit from these projects, but young people do, as well! Youth learn valuable life skills like citizenship, leadership, and respect for others. They are also more likely to do well in school, graduate, and vote.

So, it’s easy to see why we want to celebrate all the 4-H community service projects! Share your project with us at 4h.unl.edu/community-service-showcase.

Nominate the driving forces behind our community's betterment! Who's your local hero, exemplifying kindness, volunteer spirit, or exceptional leadership? Share their story! By recognizing our Community Heroes, we'll make a $1000 donation to their chosen non-profit thanks in part to Medica Health Plans. Join us in spreading gratitude and positivity.
https://northeast.newschannelnebraska.com/community-hero

A Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Certification Workshop is scheduled for late October in Kearney. It will be held October 28-29 at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney. The early bird deadline to register for the workshop is October 18th.

More details at https://4h.unl.edu/shooting-sports

Apply to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for FREE through November 1!

There is no place like Nebraska and no better time to become a Husker!

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is waiving the $45 undergraduate admission application fee for Nebraskans through November 1. You can apply for FREE at go.unl.edu/apply—enter the code “HUSKER” when prompted for a fee waiver code.

We’re here to help! Contact us at admissions@unl.edu or 402-472-2023.

• Looking for fun lessons to engage and inspire young people in your club or classroom? This year’s 4-H STEM Challenge, Power Protectors, includes 3 activities that teach kids ages 8-14 how to address real-world issues and explore careers in energy. Learn more at https://4-h.org/programs/stem-challenge/

Be sure to get your checks cashed and your Thank You cards sent!

Let us know if your Cass County 4-Her's is doing great things! Just email Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu the details and of course pictures! We will put "shout outs" in the NewsBlast and possibly on our social media.

4-H Calendar

1. Oct 29.2023 Cass County 4H Achievement Party 2pm to 4pm @ Cass County Fairgrounds
2. November 13, 2023 - Shooting Sports Advisory Committee Meeting - 5:30pm @ Cass County Extension Office * Open to the public
3. November 20, 2023 - Livestock Advisory Committee Meeting - 5:30pm @ Cass County Extension Office * Open to the public
4. November 20, 2023 - 4-H Council Meeting 7pm @ Cass County Extension Office

Lauren Neels, Extension Educator and Unit Leader, lauren.stohlmann@unl.edu

Carol Waters, Extension Educator, cwaters3@unl.edu

Mirissa Scholting, 4H Extension Assistant, mscholting2@unl.edu

Tammy Cavanaugh, 4-H Staff, tcavanaugh2@unl.edu

Sandy Prall, Office Manager, sprall2@unl.edu

Email: cass-county@unl.edu
Website: www.cass.unl.edu
Location: 8400 144th Street, Weeping Water, NE, 68463
Phone: 402-267-2205
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNLCassCounty/
Twitter: @UNLCassCounty