4-H Weekly Update 10/25/24

Enter this drawing to win a used sewing machine and unleash your creativity! If you are interested in a used sewing machine for your youth, please fill in the form linked below. If your name is drawn, you will be notified via email by Dec. 1, 2024. Click here to enter.

4-H Achievement Night

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024

Time: 6pm

Location: Sarpy County Fair 4-H Building

4-H Premium Checks can be picked up at the event.

Network with other shooting sports instructors and learn to develop your skills as an instructor and to use shooting sports to develop youth of strong character who possess effective life skills. Participants will gain certification in ONE of the following disciplines: rifle, pistol, archery, shotgun, and muzzleloading. For more information and to register, click here.

Celebrate National Pizza Month with 4-H's favorite pizza from Casey's! From October 2 to November 5. Casey's is teaming up with 4-H to support and celebrate the vibrant communities we share. For every large pizza bought October 2 to November 5. Casey's will donate $1 to 4-H programs, up to $100,000! Both Casey's and 4-H are committed to enriching rural communities and positively impacting young lives. For more information, click here.

In this 4-week series, youth ages 8+ will learn how to use a sewing machine, sew a straight line, and experience using a variety of sewing tools. Youth will make a needle book and a tote bag using their new sewing skills. Cost is $30 per youth participant and space is limited, register today!

Dates: Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, and 26

Times: 1:00 - 3:00 pm (Homeschool Session)

4:30 - 6:30 pm (Afterschool Session)

The 4-H State Rodeo will be held on November 8th and 9th at the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, NE. More information about the rodeo and entering here. Entries are due by October 31st.

Explore the "Power of Red" at the 4-H Campus Visit Day! Join us on Saturday, November 9th, for a half-day college visit experience at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dive into academic interests, enjoy a campus tour, and get all your questions answered about admissions, financial aid, and more. Complimentary lunch included! Register now at go.unl.edu/casnrvisitday24.

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Nebraska 4-H is hitting the road again for the Volunteer Road Show on select dates between November 12 - 19th, 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 information on dates and locations, click here.

This is the biggest American Poultry Association-sanctioned show in Nebraska. It is a great opportunity for youth and adults to share their birds, network with exhibitors from numerous states (last year we had two birds from Alaska), and buy/sell birds.

Junior exhibitors are double entered in the junior show and open show. There will be showmanship, breed identification, and defect identification contests.

Entry details are in the catalog here. Entries are accepted by mail (through October 25) or online (through November 5).

If you have any questions, e-mail Brett Kreifels: brett.kreifels@unl.edu

• Oct 29 - 4-H Achievement Night
• Nov 2-3 - NE 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Workshop
• Nov 8-9 - State 4-H Rodeo, more information here.
• Nov 9 - 4-H Campus Visit Day
• Nov 12-19 - Volunteer Road Show

4-H youth enrollment is open for the 2024-2025 program year! Whether you are a new member or a returning member, you will find on the information you need to enroll here! Please note: Volunteer enrollment is currently on hold, there will be a notification sent out as soon as volunteer enrollment is opened.

Did you know that house plants make for a great 4-H fair project? Your club can get together this winter, and propagate plants, giving them plenty of time to get established. For more guidance, check out our "Guide to Growing Houseplants" here and for information on propagation, click here.

...AND a fun way to house your indoor plants is to upcycle tin cans by using the decoupage technique to create really unique and fun planters!

Decoupage Tin Can House Planters

Supplies:

• Tin cans (any size)
• Decorative napkins
• Mod Podge
• Acrylic Paint
• Foam brush or paintbrush
• Hammer and Nail

Instructions:

1. Clean and prepare tin can by removing paper and soak in hot water to remove glue
2. Paint the tin cans, a white base is a good start.
3. Apply napkins with mod podge, make sure you separate all the plies of the napkin to isolate only the printed layer. Trim the napkin to match the size of the tin can. Apply thin layer of mod podge using foam brush about 2 inches at a time and place napkin gently down. To remove air bubbles, use a small piece of food wrap to press the napkin down into the grooves of the can. if your napkin overlaps at the end, use a paintbrush with water to dab the napkin along the edge, then simply tear away the excess piece.
4. Seal the decoupage cans (optional) You can add a topcoat of mod podge for more durability.
5. (Optional) use hammer and nails to poke a few small drainage holes in the bottom of the can to allow water drainage from the house plant.

Involving children in preparing meals is a great way to teach them food preparation skills and the importance of healthy eating. This week, we are highlighting a recipe for a side dish that incorporates some autumn flavors.

Click here for the recipe!

The goal of the Nebraska Beekeepers Association Youth Scholarship is to support and encourage young Nebraskans who have a passion for beekeeping. By providing financial assistance through educational tuition and equipment, the scholarship aims to help young beekeepers expand their knowledge and learn new skills and experiences in beekeeping.

The application form and candidate essay must be submitted to the Nebraska Beekeepers Association no later than December 1. More information about candidate requirements and the application process can be hound here.

This scholarship is a component of the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program.

The only requirements to apply for an Engler scholarship – declare a CASNR major and have participated in 4-H or FFA.

For academic year 2025-2026, the application will open on October 1st and close on January 15, 2025.

Find the application here.

Next Chapter at Nebraska is a college readiness program offered to enrolled 4-H members at the beginning of their 8th -grade year. Throughout high school, Next Chapter scholars engage in a variety of events, activities, and curriculum where they will participate in career exploration, develop research skills, and experience a variety of learning methods that will help them transition to and succeed in college. For more information on this program, click here.

The Next Chapter program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension 4-H Youth Development and the Nebraska Office of Admissions.

4-H community service ideas and resources click here!

4-H Club Leader information and resources click here!

Submit your community service project here!

4-H Volunteer Connection resources click here!

Steps to start a 4-H Club click here!

Share your 4-H pictures or ideas with us by e-mailing: aboschult2@unl.edu

Location: 8015 West Center Road, Omaha, NE, USA

Phone: 402-444-7804

Email: douglas-sarpy4h@unl.edu
Website: www.douglas-sarpy.unl.edu
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Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made to Douglas-Sarpy County Extension at 402-444-7804 or douglas-sarpy@unl.edu

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