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Nebraska Extension-Washington County A page for all Washington County, NE, 4-H and community members, past and present! Welcome to Nebraska Extension in Washington County!

We use this page to bring you more information on our 4-H Program, Food & Nutrition Education Program, agriculture & horticulture help, community involvement, and much more. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based upon any protected status. Please see go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination.

Cooking with Kids | Winter Squash“Fall is a fun time for families - picking apples, selecting pumpkins, and celebrating ...
10/20/2026

Cooking with Kids | Winter Squash

“Fall is a fun time for families - picking apples, selecting pumpkins, and celebrating the garden harvest is a fantastic way to get your child involved in the kitchen and cooking with you. Use these colorful days of autumn to focus on the harvest and enjoy the sweet and spicy aromas of fall that can fill your kitchen on a cool autumn day!” – UNL Food

Download a recipe for Apple Filled Squash from UNL Food: go.unl.edu/wintersquash

For more recipes and ideas for healthy snacks, visit: go.unl.edu/family_cooking

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Achievement Celebration yesterday! We celebrated our 4-H youth with games, p...
10/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Achievement Celebration yesterday! We celebrated our 4-H youth with games, prizes, and a photo booth. Take a look at all the fun we had! If you weren't able to join us yesterday and received an award, our office is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

🌾 AgSHARP® Certification Program | November 4–5, 2026Join agricultural professionals in Kearney, Nebraska, for the two-d...
10/19/2026

🌾 AgSHARP® Certification Program | November 4–5, 2026

Join agricultural professionals in Kearney, Nebraska, for the two-day Agricultural Safety, Health, and Risk Management Certificate Program (AgSHARP®)!

This program focuses on improving safety and risk management in row crop operations, including corn, soybean, and wheat production. Topics include confined spaces, workers’ compensation, electrical and power line safety, risk management, and more.

📅 Dates: November 4–5, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. both days
📍 Location: Holiday Inn Kearney, 110 2nd Ave., Kearney, NE

Participants must attend both days to receive a certificate of completion.

🔗 Learn more and register at www.ashca.org!

Fit & Healthy Series | November 2 | Manage Mealtime Meltdowns Mealtimes with young children can be challenging, especial...
10/19/2026

Fit & Healthy Series | November 2 | Manage Mealtime Meltdowns

Mealtimes with young children can be challenging, especially when picky eating, power struggles, or meltdowns make meals stressful.

There are simple, science-based strategies that can make mealtimes feel calmer and more manageable. A few practical tools, consistent routines, and some patience can go a long way in supporting your child and making meals easier for everyone.

💻 Online Webinar | Monday, November 2 | 7:00 CT

- Sign up: go.unl.edu/fhkonehour
*Click on the class to see informational page and to register.
- Registration Ends: Nov. 1

Did you know over half of all foodborne illnesses come from unclean hands? 🦠 The best defense is washing your hands with...
10/16/2026

Did you know over half of all foodborne illnesses come from unclean hands? 🦠

The best defense is washing your hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds, both before and after handling food. This simple step is crucial when preparing food for others. 🧼🍽 Keep your team safe and score big on food safety this weekend! 🏈 Learn more here: https://go.unl.edu/gamedayfoodsafety

BeefWatch is your trusted source for timely, research-based insights for Nebraska’s Beef Industry.Subscribe to the BeefW...
10/16/2026

BeefWatch is your trusted source for timely, research-based insights for Nebraska’s Beef Industry.

Subscribe to the BeefWatch e-newsletter at https://go.unl.edu/beefwatch-subscribe.

📣Calling all 4-H Volunteers! 🍀Nebraska 4-H is excited to bring the 4-H Volunteer Road Show to volunteers statewide this ...
10/15/2026

📣Calling all 4-H Volunteers! 🍀

Nebraska 4-H is excited to bring the 4-H Volunteer Road Show to volunteers statewide this November! The 4-H Volunteer Road Show will rotate host locations each year. Get registered today at the location near you OR attend the virtual session! All registered participants will go in a drawing for a Shop 4-H digital gift card! Please see the attached flyer for details regarding the dates, locations, and times. The Volunteer Road Show is a great opportunity to experience project training and new ideas to bring back to your 4-H community. All 4-H volunteers, parents/caregivers, and any adult wanting to find THEIR spark while volunteering with 4-H are welcome!

💻 Visit https://4h.unl.edu/volunteer-road-show for more specific information and the registration link. Registration closes one week before each Road Show session. Registration is $15 per person and includes light refreshments and all supplies for in-person attendees. Registration for virtual attendees is $10, which includes program materials.

What's in store for this year's 4-H Volunteer Road Show?
🍀 Artificial Intelligence for 4-H Volunteers: Tools to Work Smarter, Not Harder
🍀 Telling the 4-H Story - learn ways to share the impact 4-H has in your community!
🍀 Beyond Ready for 4-H youth!
🍀 Searching for your next club project? Experience a hands-on Healthy Lifestyles project!
🍀 Fairbook Feedback - This is your chance to see a sneak peek and provide some feedback for future changes!

Reach out to the Washington County Extension Office with any questions!

The first frost of fall is on its way, are your plants weather ready? 🍂Follow these steps to prevent landscape damage as...
10/14/2026

The first frost of fall is on its way, are your plants weather ready? 🍂

Follow these steps to prevent landscape damage as nighttime temperatures dip below 36°F this week:

💧 Water and mulch soils around plants and trees, especially for new plantings.
🪴 Bring tender plants inside or cover them with staked bedsheets overnight, then uncover in the morning.
🚰 Unhook garden hoses from spigots and drain them prior to freezing temperatures (32°F) to prevent splits, burst fittings and frozen pipes and back flow devices.
👣 Don’t walk or drive on green lawns showing frost, or mow or fertilize them.
🌾 Don’t cut spent foliage to the ground for winter—leave at least 12 inches as insulation from wind and cold.
🌳 Wait until spring to prune trees to avoid frost cracking.

Find more weather ready tips at hles.unl.edu.

🐣 Broiler Chicks Looking for Homes! 🐥As part of our school enrichment program, we’ll be hatching broiler chicks, and we’...
10/13/2026

🐣 Broiler Chicks Looking for Homes! 🐥

As part of our school enrichment program, we’ll be hatching broiler chicks, and we’re looking for homes for these chicks!

🐥 Pickup Date: Friday, October 30
🐣 Availability: First-come, first-served basis

Interested in raising broiler chicks? Contact the Washington County 4-H Staff at [email protected] for more information and to claim your chicks!

Please reach out soon, as availability is limited!

4-H Camp & Workshop Scholarship Applications Now Open! 🎉🍀Washington County 4-H Council scholarships are available to hel...
10/12/2026

4-H Camp & Workshop Scholarship Applications Now Open! 🎉

🍀Washington County 4-H Council scholarships are available to help youth attend 4-H camps and workshops!

🗓Applications must be submitted by October 30th to qualify.

Once applications have been received and reviewed, applicants will receive an email from the Washington County Extension Office confirming their scholarship status.

👉 Apply today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xdpt9HT7DZ

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597 Grant Street, Ste 200
Blair, NE
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