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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.
2026 Summer Workshops
Tractor & Equipment Safety Training
June 1st & 2nd in Gering -
June 3rd - Gordon, NE
Ages: 14 & up
Cost: $60
Federal law restricts youth under 16 from using certain farm equipment unless their parents or
guardians own the farm. However, 14- and 15-year-olds can earn an exemption by completing a two day
certification course, which includes a written test and a driving exam. Successful completion
grants NSTMOP certification, allowing them to operate tractors and certain mechanized equipment on
farms and ranches, and obtain a husbandry permit.
Instructor: John Thomas, Extension Educator
Welding & Woodworking
More Information to come
Marvelous Muffins: Bake it to the Fair!
June 15, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 & up
Cost: $15
Youth are invited to join Nebraska Extension for a fun, hands-on baking workshop all about muffins! Participants will learn basic baking skills, mix and bake muffins, and experiment with different flavors and mix-ins to create their own unique recipe. We’ll also talk about how food exhibits work and how youth can recreate their muffins at home to enter in the fair. This workshop will take place in [County Name] and is great for youth who enjoy cooking, baking, or trying something new in the kitchen. Everyone will leave with their muffin recipe and ideas they can use for a 4-H Food & Nutrition fair exhibit.
Instructor: Ashley Ahrens, Food, Nutrition and Health Extension Educator
Register Here:
Photography Workshop
June 15, 2026 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 & up
Cost:
More information to come
Register Here:
Maker Day
June 16, 2026
Ages: 8 & up
Cost: $
More Information to come
Instructor: Melissa Mracek, 4-H Extension Educator and Tessa Reece, 4-H Extension Educator
Register Here:
Sew-tastic Workshop
June 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 & up
Cost: $25 & bring a pair of jean shorts
Registration deadline: June 1, 2026
Location: Box Butte County Extension Office, 415 Black Hills Ave., Alliance
Design a new outfit at this summer workshop. Youth will burn hats, design a t-shirt and crate a skirt from jean shorts. Youth will need to bring a sack lunch and a pair of jean shorts.
Instructor: Melissa Mracek, 4-H Extension Educator and Tessa Reece, 4-H Extension Educator
Register Here
2026 Northern Panhandle Speaking Contest
Scholarship Information
The 4-H Scholarship applications have been revised for this year!
The application requires a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and a paragraph about your 4-H Experience.
Applications are due to the office by Friday, April 10th.
The Council plans to award three $1,000 and one $500 scholarships to current high school seniors along with two $1,000 to 4-H Alumni.
You can find the applications below. Please contact the Extension Office if you have any questions.
2026 High School Scholarship Application
2026 4-H Alumni Scholarship Application
Box Butte County 4-H Council
Krista Carter, President
Shauna Meyring, Vice-President
Alishia Intermill, Secretary
Lacy Willey, Treasurer
Jaci Haas, Member
Wyatt Walker, Member
Railey Wills, Youth Member
Ainslee Wotlman, Youth Member
Anthony Haas, Youth Member
Trey Carter, Youth Member
Shooting Sports
Guns R' Us
BB gun and Air Rifle practices Monday night 6:00 p.m.
Members will practice weekly and have Panhandle Best Competitions starting in January thru March.
For more information contact Bryant and Jamie Quick at 308-760-8703.
Dues are $20
Ages 8 & Up
Box Butte Blasters
4-H members will need to complete Hunter Safety class
Informational meeting in Spring 2026
For More Information:
Josh Carr-760-2475
Ages 11 & up
4-H Robotics
4-H Robotics program will have practices every Tuesday,
4:00 p.m. (after school) , September - March,
at the Extension Office, 415 Black Hills, Alliance.
Any questions (308)762-5616
Box Butte County
Hemingford Clover Kids
Meet 4- 5 p.m.
in Multi Purpose Hall Box at Box Butte County Fairgrounds
April 16, 2026
May 14, 2026
For more information on Hemingford Clover Kids:
Tessa Reece, 4-H Extension Educator
or Extension Office 308-762-5616