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2026 Seward County 4-H Deadlines & Events
August /September
August 28-September 7 - Nebraska State Fair (4-H weekend 28-30)
ALL 4-Her‘s - Start working on your Achievement Applications!
October
October 1 - Nominations for volunteer awards, Friend of 4-H, Meritorious Service, and Outstanding 4-H Club due
October 1- 4-H Achievement Applications and award applications due
October 1- Diamond Clover Reports due
November/December
TBA – Achievement Day
December 5 – Holiday Maker Day
January 2027 - College Scholarships due to the Extension Office
LATE FEE POLICY - 4-H Council has enacted a $15 per member late fee for Animal ID sheets or County Fair pre-entries received after the deadline.
LATE ENTRIES OR ID SHEETS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 7 DAYS PAST THE DEADLINE. FEE MUST BE PAID WITHIN 7 DAYS OF MISSED DEADLINE.
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"Good Life in Early Life"
From Nebraskans to Nebraskans
The “Good Life in Early Life” podcast, a product of Nebraska Extension’s Early Childhood program, disseminates the latest insights in Early Care and Education (ECE) tailored for a Nebraska audience. The podcast’s mission is to provide a unique platform, delivering scientific information in an accessible manner while uplifting Nebraskans through relatable success stories in early childhood within the state.
The podcast format allows for information to be shared in a timely and responsive manner to meet the emerging needs of parents and educators. Emily Manning, Extension educator and the podcast host, highlights the podcast’s distinctiveness by explaining, “Unlike traditional programming with formal presentations to large groups, a podcast fosters sharing experiences and mutual encouragement, cultivating a supportive community among Nebraskans.”
4-H Projects
Projects provide the basis of the 4-H program by offering various educational experiences. Carrying out a project will help the member "learn by doing" as well as learn "why" things happen the way they do. Project selection is optional for Nebraska 4-H members, with the exception of horse and shooting sports projects. However, youth are encouraged to officially enroll in projects they are interested in. The project enrollment process may help youth learn valuable management skills like goal-setting, record-keeping, planning, and organizing.
