Nebraska Extension Hayes County 4-H

05/26/2026

Please keep in mind that all animal ID Sheets are due June 1st in order to participate in the 2026 Fair.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the office.

05/20/2026

There will be a YQCA in-person training Friday at the Chase County Fairgrounds.
**NEW 2026**Before in-person trainings, youth must register/sign in online at YQCA - Youth for the Quality Care of Animals and take the pre-test before attending in-person classes**

05/18/2026

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05/17/2026

Reminder: Lamb & Goat Weigh-In and Tagging
Thursday, May 21st by appointment

Please note that all market Lambs and Goats MUST be weighed in to show at the County Fair.

05/16/2026

2026 Nebraska Youth Range Camp
Registrations due May 31. Camp held June 8-11 at NCTA in Curtis.

The Sandhills Task Force is a supporter of the Nebraska Youth Range Camp. This state-wide camp consists of a dynamic curriculum that appeals to students with a wide array of interests, including, but not limited to, rangeland management, conservation, ecology, animal science, and wildlife. With near...

05/15/2026

Calling all youth interested in animals and agriculture! Join us for Animal Science Discover Day on June 3, 2026, at the NCTA campus in Curtis, Nebraska. Participants will explore hands-on activities, learn about animal science opportunities, and experience college life at NCTA. Be sure to register by May 29 at go.unl.edu/asdiscoverday2026. We hope to see you there for a fun and educational day!

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05/15/2026

Check out 2026 Summer Reading Program in Hayes Center!
4-H Summer Reading Program
“Unearth a Story”
Mondays in June.
Please visit the website for more information!

Content Dundy, Hayes & Hitchcock 4-H Summer Fun Days Open to all youth (4‑H & non-4‑H).All registrations are due 1 week prior to the camps.Late registrations will be $5.00 more than regular registration fee.Please contact your local Extension Office for registration paperwork. Rangeland Discove...

05/14/2026

📣 Announcing the 2026 Agronomy Youth Field Day!
Join us at NCTA Campus, Ag Education Center - Curtis, NE to learn about the world of Agronomy!
📅 June 30, 2026 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 NCTA in Curtis, Nebraska
🔗 Registration available at: http://go.unl.edu/agronomyyouthfieldday2026

Grow your knowledge, get your hands dirty, and discover the exciting world of agronomy at the 4-H Agronomy Youth Field Day!

For any questions, please contact the Nebraska Extension Frontier County office at 308-367-4424 or email Katy Snyder at [email protected]

05/07/2026

Important Reminder:
Please remember to enroll your child this year into the 4-H Program.
Enrollments are due June 15th.
You can enroll at v2.4honline.com
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Extension Office.

05/06/2026

Hayes County 4-H is proud to celebrate Grace Loomis for 11 amazing years as a dedicated 4-H’er! Grace has poured her heart into her main project—showing hogs—and has been a wonderful representative of hard work, growth, and commitment. We’re so proud of you, Grace, and wish you the best as you graduate!