Learn more about 4H at open house

4-H is a family affair, where family is learning together side by side, creating many memories together. Through 4-H, youth ages 5 to 18 learn leadership, citizenship and life skills. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with community members. 4-H is education for life that uses a learn-by-doing approach.

Join Nebraska Extension - Antelope County for a 4-H open house, March 19, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the fairgrounds in Neligh, to learn what 4-H is all about. There will be a variety of activities through the afternoon and current 4-H members will be showcasing more than 25 different 4-H projects. Several different kinds of animals will be present at the open house so attendees may learn more about how to get involved in showing.

Another highlight of the afternoon will be a shooting sports demonstration, performed by the archery club. A couple of 4-H clubs will be on hand to promote membership.

For the younger kids, there will be temporary tattoos, stickers and a couple of activities to keep them busy.

Also, there will be an enrollment station where families can enroll or re-enroll in 4-H, with the help of volunteers!

4-H is an educational program that helps young people develop new skills, explore possible career choices and serve their communities. Youth between the ages of 8 and 18, on Jan.1 of the current year, may join 4-H.

The Clover Kid program is for children ages 5 to 7, as of Jan. 1, and features educational projects and activities that are non-competitive. 

Youth may join a club in the area or may be an independent member. For help in finding a local club, contact Nebraska Extension-Antelope County at 402-887-5414 or Tessa Hain at [email protected].

Individuals interested in serving as a leader are also asked to attend the March 19 event.

Enroll in Antelope County 4-H by April 1 to get all the details on how to participate in the county fair. Call Nebraska Extension-Antelope County to get enrollment information or visit https://go.unl.edu/pwgu.