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2021 Anytime Learning

Gage County 4-H

4-H Learning takes place year-round at your home, club meeting, 4-H workshops, and the County Fair. We present the 2021 spring and summer workshops, projects, and exhibits for 4-H to learn

skills, work together, and have fun. Those registered will receive complete project/workshop information. Do not miss out! Register early, have fun, and learn new skills!

Enrollment Deadline: May 1 (unless otherwise noted) or the project has limited enrollment and is full. Note project registration fees when applicable AND project is

indicated for the youth to enroll in 4HOnline.

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Clover Kids Camp - June 14, 10:00 am-3:00 pm, 4-H Building

Come join us for a fun-filled day that’s “Out of this world” during our Clover Kids Camp! The day will be full of space crafts, games, activities, and food. Youth 4-H ages 5-7 are welcome to attend. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Come join us for fun and new friends! Fee: $25.00. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by June 3: https://cloverkidcamp.eventbrite.com

Weather Fun - June 21, 9:00-11:00 am, Extension Meeting Room

Explore how weather works and experiment with weather phenomena. Fee: $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 14: https://weather-fun.eventbrite.com

Making Air Work - June 21, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

As wind energy becomes more widely used, many wonder how it actually works. Participants in this workshop will explore how wind can be used as a power source and experiment with wind. Fee: $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 14: https://makingairwork.eventbrite.com

Pack a Picnic - June 22, 9:00-11:00 am, Extension Meeting Room

Prepare and pack yummy, yet healthy food options for a picnic for lunch using MyPlate. We will walk down to the park on the fairgrounds for a picnic. Following lunch, participants will play fun games and learn about being physically active. Please note on registration if the participant has food allergies. Fee: $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 15: https://pack-a-picnic.eventbrite.com

Habitats are Homes - June 22, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Habitats are all around us. Explore how animals live and create a habitat for an animal. Fee: $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 15: https://habitatsarehome.eventbrite.com

4-H 101 - May 13, 6:30-7:30 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Are you new to 4-H? Then 4-H 101 is for you! This workshop for 4-H parents will introduce you to 4-H lingo, provide an overview of the 4-H program, and explain how to prepare and enter exhibits at the Gage County Fair. We will be covering deadlines and other important information to know as you go through the 4-H year. No fee. Online registration deadline May 10: https://gage4-h101.eventbrite.com

Clover Kids (ages 5-7)

General 4-H

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Gage County Fair Pre-Entry Work Session - July 7, 6:30-7:30 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Do you need a little extra help with entering your 4-H’ers exhibits for the Gage County Fair? Extension Office staff will be available to assist parents and 4-H’ers with pre-entry through the gage.fairwire.com. Please bring a listing of exhibits that the 4-H’er might complete for the fair. Office Staff will assist with placing the items in the correct classes. No fee. No registration required.

Gage County Fair 4-H Information Meeting - July 14, 6:30-7:30 pm, Extension Meeting Room

This information meeting is for 4-H parents, 4-H members, and club leaders to learn more about the procedures at the Gage County Fair. Static and Livestock Exhibits will be discussed and there will be a Question/Answer session. No registration required.

Recycle Cards

We network with Mosaic in the collection of greeting cards for the residents to create projects; drop off cards at the Extension Office

Tabs Recycling - On to 8 Million

Bring your tabs to the Extension Office or the Gage County Fair. Proceeds go to the Ronald McDonald House in Omaha, an outreach to families who need housing while their children are receiving medical care.

Dresses for Africa

Participants will make a dress that will be a prized possession for a grateful little girl in Africa. Use fabric or modify a pillowcase. Directions at Extension Office or online: nancysolutions.com. One optional component of this project is to model or have a little girl model your dress and/or enter at the fair. Following the fair, the dresses will be shipped to their destination.

Denim for houses

Gage County 4-H member, Jeffrey Lohse, introduces us to this project, throughout the year we are collecting CLEAN denim-at least 90% cotton; denim is recycled into UltraTouch Denim Insulation. Drop off at Extension Office, 1115 W Scott St in Beatrice. Blue Jeans go Green.

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4-H Cares Workshop - June 4, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Join other 4-Her’s for the third annual Gage County Cares workshop. Piece together a Quilt of Valor! Bake cookies for a Project 22 monthly gathering of veterans in our community! Sew, bake, and show our veterans how thankful we are for them! This workshop is organized by the McGrury and Harvey families. Enroll in the Citizenship project. No fee. Maximum 15 participants. Online registration deadline May 28: https://4hcares.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Broilers

Today's modern broiler chicken is the fastest, most efficient, meat producing bird. The broiler project is great for youth living in town, on an acreage, or the farm. Each participant will receive 20 broiler chicks (Cornish Rock males) for $10.00. Birds are wing-banded for the special county-wide broiler project competition culminating in the championship at the Gage County Fair. Additional chicks may be ordered for $1.00 each. Sponsors are Midwest Livestock Systems and Kentucky Fried Chicken. Participants should exhibit at the Gage County Fair, a single broiler and a pen of three broilers. Online registration deadline May 1: https://2021broilers.eventbrite.com

Livestock Judging Clinic - June 15, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, Main Livestock Barn, Gage County Fairgrounds

Have you ever wondered what judges are looking for at the fair? Learn how to judge two classes of beef, sheep, meat goat, and hogs. Practice your new skills at a contest at the end of the day. Bring a sack lunch! Register online by June 8: https://livestock-judging-clinic.eventbrite.com

Animal Science Workshop - June 16, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Come and learn about animal and food science in this interactive workshop about being a meat scientist. Youth will learn about the different types of cooking methods for meat, collagen in meat and muscle fibers and the importance of marbling. Fee $12. Maximum 15 youth. Register online by June 13: https://animal_science.eventbrite.com

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PROJECT: Wreath DIY Challenge

Put your own spin on the 12” grapevine wreath with the Wreath DIY Challenge. Choose a theme and decorate your wreath accordingly! Enroll in Design Decisions and enter your completed wreath in class C257013-Accessory 3D or C257014-Original Floral Design if you use dried or silk flowers and greenery. Make sure to fill out the supporting information to complete the exhibit. Fee: $7.00. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://wreathchallenge.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Wall Hanging (Theme Exhibit)

Celebrate #nebraskastrong, #150yearsgagecountyfair with this wood wall hanging. Participants can choose to paint, embellish, and decorate in any way that they choose. The possibilities are endless! Fee: $10. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://2021wallhangingexhibit.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Weaving Kit

Learn to weave with your very own lap loom. This weaving kit features, a laser-cut lap loom, beater, shed stick, needle, yarn, and instructions on basic weave techniques. Fee: $15. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://weavingkit.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Nebraska Strong Wood Theme Exhibit

We celebrate Nebraska Strong and your creative interpretation of the 2021 theme. Participants will pick up one Nebraska shaped wood cut-out to decorate, paint, and embellish in any way you choose to carry out the theme. Enroll in Design Decisions. Fee: $3.00. Maximum 8 participants. Register online by May 1: https://nebraska-strong-wood-cut-out.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: “N” Shaped Wood Theme Exhibit

Be creative and celebrate #nebraskastrong, #150yearsgagecountyfair while decorating, painting, or embellishing this “N” shaped wood cut out. Enroll in Design Decisions. Fee: $3.00 Maximum 9 participants. Register online by May 1: https://n-shaped-wood-cut-out.eventbrite.com

One Concrete Creation Workshop-Dates and Time, TBD

Looking for a new decoration for your patio, yard, or even inside your home? Participants will create a layered bowl or platter-type vessel out of large leaves or any other type of large foliage that they would like. If interested, register online by May 1: https://concretecreation.eventbrite.com

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Door Hanger Workshop – June 6, 2:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Add a fun pop of color to your door this summer with the Door Hanger workshop. Join Pocketful of Posies to learn how to create your own colorful creation! Workshop fee of $15.00 will cover all supplies needed. Bring an adult and a paint shirt! Maximum 20 participants. Register online by June 1: https://door-hanger-workshop.eventbrite.com

Tie-Dye - May 27, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Extension Office

Let’s have some fun in the sun with tie dye! Learn the different tie dye techniques, experiment with colors, and create one-of-a-kind t-shirts during this fun, hands-on workshop. Enroll in the Beyond the Needle Project. Fee: $15.00 includes supplies and two white t-shirts will be provided. Please wear clothing that you don’t care if you splash dye on. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 13: https://4h-tie-dye.eventbrite.com

“Kids Banking Seminar” - May 27, 1:00-3:00pm, First National Bank

Kids (and adults) want things now and in the future that we can’t afford unless we save them and learn to manage our money. In this two-hour class, presented by Thomas Bradney, Branch Manager, First National Bank, youth will see how to start saving, opening savings account, fill out a deposit and withdrawal slip, along with the difference between a Checking Account, Savings Account, and Certificate of Deposit. A budget is a must-we will create your simple plan as you think about your future. No fee. Maximum 20 participants. Online registration deadline May 21: https://kidsbankingseminar.eventbrite.com Enroll in Making Cents of It or My Financial Future.

Babysitting Clinic - May 28, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Beatrice Community Hospital

“I have one of the most responsible jobs in the world. I am in charge of a priceless possession.” What am I? A responsible babysitter. Whenever there are families with young children, babysitters will be needed. We are pleased to network with Beatrice Community Hospital in presentation of the 4-H Babysitting Clinic. Participants, ages 11 and older will work through the curriculum, learn about safety, basic childcare, child development, entertaining children, nutrition, and developing a babysitting business. BCH staff will teach youth basic First Aid and CPR. $40.00 fee includes notebook, babysitting kit, first aid kit, supplies, and lunch. Online registration deadline May 21: https://gageco-babysitting.eventbrite.com Enroll in Child Care

Textile Detective Breakout - June 2, 9:00-11:00 am, Gage County Extension Office

Can you breakout of the room by solving crime of the missing clover? Learn about textiles and forensic science while solving problems. Begin creating your Textile Science Scrapbook while having fun! Enroll in STEAM Level 1, 2 or 3. Exhibit will fit into class 220002, Textile Science Scrapbook. Ages 8 and up. Fee $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by May 21: https://textile_detective.eventbrite.com

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Crochet Workshop - June 5, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Learn the basics of Crochet! Instructor Darla Acton will cover basic skills like holding the hook, holding the thread, and simple stitches. She will guide the class in beginning an exhibit to be entered at the Gage County Fair. $12.00 workshop fee includes a Crochet kit and yarn for the participant to take home. Maximum 10 participants. Register online by May 29: https://crochet.eventbrite.com

Home DIY Day - June 24, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Create projects for your home that double as 4-H exhibits! Home DIY Day participants will make 5 exhibits that can be entered in the Design Decisions, Design My Place, Portfolio Pathways, and/or Sketchbook Crossroads project areas, including a flipping photo block, hydro dipped item, tassel garland, custom doormat, and wood shim wall art. Participants will learn about the elements and principles of design and how to enter exhibit in the Home Environment area. $30.00 workshop fee covers costs of supplies. Please bring 5-8 printed photos that can be cut, a paint shirt and a sack lunch. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 11: https://4-hdiyday.eventbrite.com

Modeling 101 - July 7, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

In this workshop, 4Hers will learn how to walk the runway for the 4H Fashion Show and learn about opportunities in clothing and textiles at the Gage County Fair. Participants will also refashion a t-shirt into a new wearable garment that can be entered into the Beyond the Needle project for the fair. Cost: none, participants should bring a large or extra-large t-shirt. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 30: https://modeling101.eventbrite.com

Virtual Sew Along – Dates TBD, Zoom

Ever wanted a personal sewing coach? Join in on Zoom and sew along with Bev & Kelli Doeschot! One pattern will be selected by the Doeschots. Material, notions, and sewing supplies need to be provided by the 4-H’er. Fee: None. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by May 1 if interested: https://virtualsewalong.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Home & Family Emergency Preparedness

We all want to be prepared for potential disasters. If disaster strikes, you may not have much time to act. Lisa Wiegand, Gage County Emergency Management Director, shares knowledge of disasters, how to prepare, and the items needed to assemble your Family Disaster Preparedness Kit. Participants receive a packet of information and $10.00 rebate for your first

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aid kit and/or emergency kit entered at the Gage County Fair. Online registration deadline May 1: https://homefamilyemergencypreparedness.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Bread in a Bag

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to make bread in a bag! Participants receive a kit and instructions to bake a loaf of bread. Fee: $5.00. Online registration deadline May 1: https://2021breadinabag.eventbrite.com

Cake Decorating Workshop - June 8, 1:00-3:00 pm, Carolyn Schlake home, Beatrice

Welcome to the world of cake decorating…express your artsy and creative abilities, make a proud contribution to a family celebration, and learn life skills. Carolyn Schlake, professional cake decorator, presents basic cake decorating skills and use of decorator tips. Carolyn will have a cake baked for youth to decorate and take home. Start your cake decorating kit; bring 2 cake decorating bags (size 10), coupler for each bag, and tips #3 outline, #4 writing, #16 start, #352 leaf, and #18,19 OR 21 edge. Snack on a cookie you just decorated. Fee: $10.00 includes 6” baked cake, icing, instructions, project manual, snack & handouts. Minimum 6 participants, maximum 15. Online registration deadline June 3: https://4hcakedecoratingworkshop.eventbrite.com

Yes, You CAN (Canning workshop) - June 1, 8:30 am-12:00pm, Extension Meeting Room

Join us for a hands-on, introductory canning workshop. You are only expected to bring yourself and to be ready to learn-all groceries, food preparation, and canning supplies will be provided. You will learn how to 1) safely prepare your canning gear, 2) safely prepare a healthy Zesty Salsa recipe and 3) safely process salsa jars in a boiling water canner. As part of this workshop, you will get a chance to taste the Zesty Salsa with homemade tortilla chips. Fee: $15.00 and includes instruction, guidance, finished 16-ounce jar of Zesty salsa with recipe, and a small snack of salsa and homemade chips. Minimum 5 participants, maximum of 10 participants. Ages 10 & older. Enroll in Food Preservation. Register online by May 25: https://2021canningworkshop.eventbrite.com

Did You Know Food Is a SCIENCE? - June 7, 8:30 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Join us for a hands-on, fun-filled morning of baking with a science spin! Learn how different ingredients and food preparation methods change the end product by baking and tasting a series of cookies. All groceries, food preparation and tasting supplies will be provided. Fee: $10.00. Begin creating your Food Science Explorations Project. Ages 8 & older. Enroll in any food project level. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 31: https://foodisscience.eventbrite.com

Every Good Cook Needs a Great Recipe File! – June 23, 8:30 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

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Join us for a hands-on, fun-filled morning of cooking, tasting, and recipe sharing. All groceries, food preparation and tasting supplies will be provided. Begin creating your recipe file or add to and improve upon your existing one. Fee: $10.00. Enroll in Cooking Basics Recipe File. Register online by June 16: https://recipe_file.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Mexican Sour Gherkin Cucumber

A bite sized, egg shaped cucumber? That would be fun to try in your garden. The Mexican Sour Gherkin Cucumber is an heirloom species described as tiny, sweet treats with cucumber flavor combined with tangy sourness. These can be used in salads, as a snack, or pickle them for a unique pickle. They can even be grown in a hanging basket if you don’t have a lot of garden space. Enroll in Horticulture. Pre-registered participants will pick up the seeds May 3-7 from the Gage County Extension Office. The cost is $1.00 per participant. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://mexican-sour-gherkin-cucumber.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Mango Hybrid Watermelon

Try out a different type of melon in your garden! The Mango Melon is a melon that will continue to grow in colder weather but has a tropical flavor, tasting like a mango. Enroll in Horticulture. Pre-registered participants will pick up the seeds May 3-7 from the Gage County Extension Office. The cost is $1.00 per participant. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://mango-hybrid-watermelon.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Thunderbolt Hybrid Sweet Pepper

Try a fun, new pepper in your garden this year! The Thunderbolt Pepper is a sweet, large, 13-inch-long tapered pepper that transitions in color from green to red. These peppers will be started by students at Southeast Community College in Beatrice. Enroll in Horticulture. Pre-registered participants will pick up the plants May 3-7 from the Gage County Extension Office. The cost is $1.00 per participant. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://thunderbolt-hybrid-sweet-pepper.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Philippine Cosmos

Add some color and cocoa scent to your garden. Try the Philippine Cosmo with a long flower period through the summer. The blooms are beautiful brown/red in the center with yellow edges. They make a great cut flower, which is great for showing at the fair. The Cosmos will be started by students at Southeast Community College in Beatrice. Pre-registered participants will pick up the plants May 3-7 from the Gage County Extension Office. The cost is $1.00 per participant. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by May 1: https://philippine-cosmos.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: 2021 Statewide Garden Project: Hakurei Turnip

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These are not your grandmother’s turnips. Hakurei is a white salad turnip that is smooth, round, and at its best when harvested under 2 inches. The roots can be eaten raw or cooked and the tops can also be cooked. Maximum 30 participants. Fee: $1.00. Register online by May 1: https://statewide-garden-project.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Grow-a-Row, Grow a Community Service Project

Help fight hunger among our neighbors this year by growing an extra row of produce in your home garden! While the campaign is called Grow-a-Row, you can also grow your own container garden or simply donate any extra items your home garden produces that would otherwise go to waste. Even a couple extra cucumbers here and there can make a big difference in the life of someone struggling with food insecurity. Done your whole, washed produce by bringing it to the Gage County Extension Office during normal business hours (M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm). Your produce will be weighed and delivered to local entities within Gage County who serve those struggling with food insecurity. By donating your extra produce through Extension, you can be assured it is getting into the hands of people who need it.

PROJECT: Crops of America - Soybeans from Big Ten Soybean Germplasm Evaluation Collection

These soybean varieties are part of the USDA Germplasm Seed Collection stored on the campus of the University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois.

1. A clear hilum soybean first collected in 1978 in Chungcheongnam-do South Korea. This variety is being evaluated for special genetic traits, which might be isolated and incorporated in a commercial variety.

2. A pureline green cultivated soybean collected in 1921 from Liaoning Sheng, China. These are being evaluated for diverse genetic traits of oil and protein.

3. A black and white North Korean soybean selected in 1930 (22 years before the Korean War) being evaluated for diverse genetic traits which could improve oil yield.

4. A brown cultivated soybean variety from South Korea being evaluated for specific genetic traits of interest.

Participants may select two different types of soybeans to grow and exhibit at the county fair. Maximum 20 participants. Fee: $5.00. Online registration deadline May 1: https://cropsofamerica.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Statewide Agronomy Project - Teosinte

To kick-off the inaugural year of the special agronomy project, youth will explore teosinte. The plant looks and is very similar to corn, in fact it is believed to be the wild ancestor of today's corn! Fee: $2.00. Maximum 20 participants. Register online by April 15: https://statewide-agronomy-project.eventbrite.com

Beginning Floriculture - June 8, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Learn about flowers and how to exhibit them at the fair. The beginning floriculture is for new gardeners who want to learn more about flowers. Participants will go home with a flower to grow at home. Fee: $5.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 1: https://beginningfloriculture.eventbrite.com

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Advanced Floriculture - June 8, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Learn more about flowers and how to plan a garden. The advanced floriculture class is for gardeners who have mastered growing their own flower plants but now want to try to plan their garden on their own. Participants will go home with a flower to grow at home. Fee: $5.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 1: https://advancedfloriculture.eventbrite.com

Beginning Gardening - June 9, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Do you love to eat fresh vegetables and want to grow them in your backyard? The beginning gardening class is for youth new to garden or those who are interested in starting their own garden. Participants will go home with a vegetable plant to grow at home. Fee: $5.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 2: https://beginninghorticulture.eventbrite.com

Advanced Gardening - June 9, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Have you grown your own vegetable garden and want to learn more? Then the advanced gardening workshop is for you. Participants will learn about soil and make their own compost as well as learn about garden pests. Participants will go home with a vegetable plant to grow at home. Fee: $5.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 2: https://advancedhorticulture.eventbrite.com

Beekeeping Workshop - June 12, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Do you want to learn more about bees and possibly start your own hive in the future? Tom Person, local beekeeper, will be presenting a Beekeeping workshop Saturday, June 12th from 9am-noon. This workshop will give participants a chance to see a real beehive, with live bees. You will also get the supplies to build your own solitary bee habitat and try some fresh honey. Pre-registration at the Extension Office is required, and participants need to have parent permission to attend. A parent or adult relative needs to attend with the youth. Cost is $5 per youth and space is limited to 15 youth. Register online by June 5: https://beekeeping.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: 4-H Giant LEGO Kits

One of the most popular and best-selling toys of all time around the world is Lego. It’s fun for children of all age, with a history of dating back over 80 years. The tallest Lego tower was 94’ high and used 465,000 bricks. It’s Year 4 for the Giant Lego Kids, funded by a Beatrice

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Walmart grant. Ten kits are available for check-out, will be assembled by the 4-H member or club, and displayed at the Gage County Fair, Engineering area. Participant must exhibit Lego kit on a substantial board. Rainbow ribbons and premium money awarded. Participants will leave kits at the fair; next year 10 or more kids gets to participate in the Giant Lego Kits. Register online by May 1: https://4hgiantlegos.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: LEGO Mindstorm EV3 Robotics Kit

Explore the world of Robotics with LEGO Mindstorm EV3. Enroll in the Robotics Project, build and code the robot. Youth will check-out kits from the Extension Office then leave kits at the fair (or State Fair). Register online by May 1: https://roboticskit_lego.eventbrite.com

Welding Workshop - May 24 & 25, 9:00-12:00 pm, Beatrice High School

Learn the basics of welding and safety in this hands-on two-day workshop. Participants will learn to weld butt joints, lap joints, and a fillet weld. Enroll in the Welding project. The welding joints created in this workshop can be compiled into a display to be entered in H920001 – Welding Joints. This Workshop is hosted by Beatrice High School and taught by Chris Cullison, Industrial Technology Teacher. Fee $15.00. Maximum 12 participants. Register online by May 12: https://2021welding.eventbrite.com

Rocketry Workshop - June 12, 1:00-4:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Construct a rocket and learn about the physics behind rocket launches. Learn about how to prepare a rocket exhibit for the county fair and complete a successful launch. Fee: $18.00. This fee includes an Estes Alpha Rocket kit and supplies to construct the rocket. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 4: https://rocketry.eventbrite.com

STEM Camp - July 8 & 9, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Experiment and explore with us during the 2-day STEM Camp at the Gage County Extension Office. Day campers will conduct science experiments, explore, and create virtual reality experiences, and develop a Rube Goldberg machine. Videos of Rube Goldberg can be entered at the Gage County Fair in the Physics/Power of Wind project area. Camp Fee of $25.00 will cover the cost of supplies and a 4-H STEM Camp T-shirt. We ask that campers plan to attend both days of camp. Fee: $25.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by July 1: https://2021stem.eventbrite.com

Maker Day - July 6, 9:00 am- 3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

The makerspace at the Beatrice Public Library has wonderful equipment that anyone can use to create a 4-H project. Workshop participants will learn to design and use equipment including the 3-D printer, Laser Cutter, and Sublimination printer for custom creations. Meet at the Beatrice Public Library. Workshop Fee of $20.00 will cover all supplies and equipment

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needed to make! Enroll in the Computers Project. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 25: https://2021makerday.eventbrite.com

Bird House Workshop - June 2, 1:00-3:00 pm, Extension Meeting Room

Learn about wildlife habitats and make a bird house. Learn about different types of birds and how to maintain a bird house. Enroll in Conservation & Wildlife, exhibit will fit into class D342001 - Houses. Ages 10+; Fee $15.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by May 19: https://2021birdhouse_workshop.eventbrite.com

Wildlife Tracks - June 17, 9:00-12:00 pm, Rockford Lake

Identifying and interpreting wildlife tracks can greatly expand your understanding of what species are using the land. In this workshop, participants will learn how to identify wildlife tracks and make a cast of plaster of a track to be entered at the Fair under Conservation & Wildlife, exhibit will fit into class D340006 – Wildlife Tracks. Workshop will take place outdoors, so come prepared and dress to walk around in tall grass, please wear jeans and closed toe shoes. Ages 8+; Fee $15.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 10: https://wildlifetracks.eventbrite.com

Environment Exploration - June 17, 1:00-3:00 pm, Rockford Lake

Let’s go on an adventure hike and explore the environment. Participants will learn about water and wetlands, plants, animals, and habitats through a fun scavenger hunt activity. Workshop will take place outdoors, so come prepared and dress to walk around in tall grass, please wear jeans and closed toe shoes. Ages 8+; Fee $10.00. Maximum 15 participants. Register online by June 10: https://environment_exploration.eventbrite.com

PROJECT: Nebraska 4-H Project of the Year - TEC Box

This year’s Project of the Year educational kit introduces youth to the exciting world of entrepreneurship through the TEC Box curriculum! The kit includes the materials youth need to complete four hands-on activities that lay the groundwork for a county and state fair eligible exhibit: Class F531006-Entreprenuership Challenge. The activities help youth think for themselves, practice empathy and solve problems as they learn about entrepreneurship. Youth will invent own product to make bicycles safer and develop a new game that can be enjoyed with family and friends. Fee: $25.00.

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Entrepreneurship Challenge - July 7, 1:00-3:00 pm, Carnegie Building, Beatrice

Take on the Entrepreneurship Challenge! Learn about entrepreneurship in the Beatrice community by exploring downtown Beatrice. Participants will work on completing five challenges and begin developing an Entrepreneurship Challenge exhibit to be entered in Class F531006. Enroll in Entrepreneurship Investigation. Fee: $12.00. Maximum 15 Participants. Register online by June 30: https://entrepreneurship-challenge.eventbrite.com

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Gage County 4-H Anytime Learning

May 2021

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9 10 11 12 13 14 15 4-H 101

6:30 PM

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Door Hanger

WS 2 PM

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Speaking Contest

Welding WS 9 AM

Welding WS 9 AM

Tie Dye WS 9:00 AM

Kid’s Banking Seminar 1 PM

Babysitting Clinic

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Gage County 4-H Anytime Learning

June 2021

Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.

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8:30 AM Textile Detective

9 AM Bird House

1 PM

4-H Cares WS 1 PM

Crochet WS 1 PM

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Food Science

8:30 AM

Beg. Floriculture 9 AM

Cake Decorating & Adv. Floriculture

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Beg. Horticulture 9 AM

Adv. Horticulture 1 PM

Beekeeping WS 9 AM

Rocketry WS 1 PM

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Camp 10 AM

Livestock Judging 9 AM

Enrollment Deadline

Animal Science WS 1 PM

Wildlife Tracks 9 AM

Environment Exploration 1 PM

Invitational Dairy Show

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 CK: Weather

Fun 9 AM CK: Making Air

Work 1 PM

CK: Pack A Picnic 11 AM CK: Habitats are Homes 1 PM

Recipe File WS 8:30 AM

Home DIY Day 9 AM

27 28 29 30 Camp

Renegade Camp

Renegade

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Gage County 4-H Anytime Learning

July 2021

Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.

1 2 3 Camp Venture Camp Venture

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Table Setting

Contest Maker Day

9 AM Modeling 101

9 AM E-Ship Challenge

1 PM

STEM Camp 9 AM

STEM Camp 9 AM

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Fair Info

Meeting 6:30 PM

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Fashion Show

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Static Entry

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