4-H Online is open for 2026 Enrollment!
The traditional 4-H Program in Wayne County is open to all youth 8-18 years of age and our Clover Kid Program* is for youth ages 5-7. Ages for the 2026 year are based on the 4-Her's age as of December 31, 2025. The main focus of the 4-H Program is learning by doing. A variety of projects for all interests are offered through 4-H. The 4-H year begins in October and runs through September.
Julie Schultz, Extension Educator
jschultz28@unl.edu
Emily Eilers, 4-H Assistant
eeilers4@unl.edu
Laurie Gansebom, Office Manager
lgansebom2@unl.edu
School Enrichment
Wayne County 4-H School Enrichment
What is 4-H School Enrichment?
Cooperation between schools and Nebraska Extension has existed for many years in Wayne County, complementing the educational goals of both organizations. The 4-H School Enrichment Program uses materials that are research-based and produced by specialists from the University of Nebraska—Lincoln, the National 4-H Council and various universities and organizations throughout the United States.
The purpose of a 4-H school enrichment program is to encourage long-term involvement in 4-H, enhance the relationship between 4-H and school systems (public and private), provide informal education to complement formal education, enhance the subject matter being studied, and foster and promote enthusiasm and support for participation in other 4-H programs.
Important Dates
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4-H
4-HOnline is open for 2026!
Fed Steer Challenge
An opportunity for members
looking to take their 4-H beef
project to the next level.
Applications are due
December 15.4-H Congress and 4-H Conference
Youth 15 years and older are eligible
to apply. Applications are
due January 5.Farrowed and Owned Cohort
Learn more about the swine
industry and gain knowledge
related to your swine project.
Applications due by January 30.Special Garden Project
The 2026 project is the
Alumia Vanilla Cream Marigold.
Enroll in the Horticulture
project in 4-HOnline & contact
the Extension Office by Feb. 2
to sign up!Horse Stampede
March 28-29, 2026
Stay tuned for entry
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High School Juniors & Seniors
Nebraska 4-H Foundation Scholarships
due January 5
Applications----------
Zoom in to CASNR
Check out what it's like to be a Husker in
the College of Agricultrual Sciences
and Natural Resources.
January 26
February 23
March 30
April 27----------
NCTA Discovery Days, Curtis
Open house for prospective students
Tuesday, Mar. 10
Monday, Apr. 6
Register----------
Nebraska Elite 11 Veterinarian Program
Scholarship Program for Nebraska students
aimed at increasing the number of new veterinarians
practicing in production animal practices in rural
Nebraska.Application period is
October 15, 2025 through
February 2, 2026 -
Cornhusker Economics - Ag Outlook
December 11, 2025
1:00-3:00 PM
Nebraska Extension - Madison County
1305 S. 13th St
Norfolk, NERegister by December 8
Online or by calling 402-370-4040Topics:
Tax Changes
Ag Policy Outlook
Farm Program Decisions
Crop/Livestock Market Trends
Financial Outlook
Cost of Production
Risk Management Strategies
Decision Tools
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Holiday Schedule
December 24-26, 2025
Wayne County Courthouse &
Extension Office ClosedDecember 29-31, 2025
Extension Office Closed
January 1, 2026
Wayne County Courthouse &
Extension Office Closed -
Pesticide Training
Crop Production Clinic
January 13, 2026
8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Northeat Community CollegePrivate Pesticide Applicator Training
$60 - payable at the door
Make checks payable to:
University of Nebraska-LincolnFebruary 19, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Wayne Fire HallMarch 19, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Winside American LegionChemigation Training
No charge
Madison County Extension Office
January 27, 1:30 p.m.
February 26, 9:00 a.m.
March 26, 9:00 a.m.
Upcoming Events
News from Wayne County
Creating Family Memories
Julie Schultz, Extension Educator
November 2025
The holidays are upon us, and it is the time of the year when we reflect on what, and who, we are thankful for. Many families gather to share a meal (or two) together during the holiday season. Family time during the holidays can look very different, but one thing is certain, family traditions are important. Maybe a little Black Friday shopping is your family tradition, you look forward to sorting out all the best deals and plotting your most efficient shopping route. Or watching that annual, rival football game in-between turkey-induced naps. Whatever your traditions, I hope they bring up the memories of days gone by and create new ones as new family members become involved. READ MORE...
2025 Pre-harvest Ponderings
Nicole Luhr
Water and Cropping Systems Extension Educator
The combines will be rolling through the fields at full throttle soon to get the crops harvested. Rain throughout the summer was beneficial this year in regard to soil moisture which resulted in little to no irrigation in the northeast part of the state. Before getting into the heat of harvest, here are a few things to point out. READ MORE...
