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Keith-Arthur 4-H Newsletters
Check out the monthly newsletters to discover activities and opportunities for youth in Keith and Arthur Counties.
Call or email the office to signup!
4-H Instructor:
(308)284-6051
2026 Virtual Food Preservation Series
Join Nebraska Extension for a FREE Virtual Food Preservation Learning Series. Register Today: https://go.unl.edu/virtualfoodpreservation
WHERE: Classes will be offered online via ZOOM so you can join from anywhere you have internet.
WHEN: held between April 23rd through September 15th 2026. 11:00 - 12:00 PM MT
WHAT: 9 courses covering a wide range of topics: Basics of Home Food Preservation, Making Jams & Jellies, Boiling Water Canning (Acidic Foods), Pressure Canning (Low Acid Foods), Dehydrating and Freezing Foods, Pickling, Making Salsa/ Canning Tomatoes and Preserving Squash/Pumpkin
If you have questions, please email Brenda Aufdenkamp, baufdenkamp1@unl.edu.
Safe Serv Trainings 2026
The nationally recognized food safety training and certification program provides the latest science-based information on food safety and best practices in the industry. There are two courses offered in the North Platte, Ogallala, Lexington and McCook Area. They are designed for food service managers and supervisory staff.
To register visit: https://go.unl.edu/wcfoodsafety
For more information contact Brenda Aufdenkamp baufdenkamp1@unl.edu or 308-532-2683
Private Pesticide Applicator and Chemigation Training Dates
To register for Keith and Arthur County Private Pesticide and Chemigation Training Dates, call (308)284-6051
*For more information, visit: pested.unl.edu
Questions?
Contact your local Extension Office
