4-H began in the early 1900's as Corn Clubs for boys and Canning Clubs for girls. Although the program has changed a lot through the years, it has always been a program designed to help children become productive members of their communities.
4-H is a national organization delivered by Cooperative Extension–a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Kids experience 4-H in every county and parish in the country.
Nebraska 4-H prepares young people for successful futures. Educational programs place a strong emphasis on life skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, social skills, communication, responsibility, citizenship, and leadership.
Adams County 4-H Connect
4-H Facebook
Follow our 4-H Facebook Page that allows us to focus on the 4-H content for our 4-H families. You may
review it at https://facebook.com/AdamsCo4H
Keep current with statewide opportunities posted on Facebook at https://facebook.com/Nebraska4H
Remind App
Adams County 4-H would like to improve our communication and outreach with our 4-H families, volunteers, and partners. We invite you to join Adams County 4-H in the Remind App.
https://www.remind.com/oin/adamsco4h
Already have the Remind App? Look up for the Class Code: @adamsco4h
Upcoming Events
Shooting Sports Classes begin week of January 6, 2025 (Registration required)
4-H Soup Supper (4-H Council Fundraiser) - January 12, 2025 @ Fairgrounds 5-7 PM
Nebraska 4-H Month - February 2025
Special Garden Project Seed Registration by February 4th before 5:00 PM
Special Agronomy Project Seed Registration by February 27th before 5:00 PM
4-H Special Gardening Project 2025
The focus of the 2025 project is the Goldie Husk Cherry. This old-fashioned fruit from the tomato family has sweet berries inside golden husks. The fruits have many uses and can be eaten raw, dried, frozen, canned, or made into tasty treats like pies, desserts, or preserves. To participate contact your local Extension Office by February 4th to order your seeds.
4-H Special Agronomy Project
Youth participate by receiving seed and resources to grow the crop, research traits of the crop and determine the viability of that crop in the part of the state they live. The project allows 4-H members interested in agronomy to grow something fun, new, and different. To participate contact your Local Extension Office to order your seeds by February 27, 2025
2025 Online Horticulture Contest
Do you know what it takes to pick the best fruit and vegetables out at the grocery store? Or do you know what judges are looking for when they judge your plants at the county fair? Have you ever wondered, what plant is that!?! We are excited to offer the opportunity to learn these and other important horticulture skills through the Online Horticulture Contest. The contest will be available June 10-24, 2025 at: http://go.unl.edu/online4hhortcontest
Information and Study MaterialsYQCA - Youth for the Quality Care of Animals
Adams County Youth (4-H Age 8 - 18) taking a Livestock Project/Exhibit (Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goats, Poultry, Rabbit) are required to complete YQCA training yearly.
Steps to complete this requirement:
- Register online for the Training
- May complete YQCA in-person or web based.
- Required to Complete the Pre-Test & Post-Test
- All Certificates due to Extension Office by June 15th (copies can be emailed to gwen.rodocker@unl.edu )
4-H Club Resources
Here are some additional resources to help your club and officers to do a great Job