2025 Summer Workshop Series

Registration Opens on MAY 1st at 8:00 am!

To register, you must be an active (paid) 4-H member in York County. Registration will take place at https://v2.4honline.com. You will need to follow these steps:

1. Log in to your family account.

2. Click the blue "View" button beside the name of the 4-H or Clover Kid member you would like to register.

3. If you are using your cell phone: you will need to tap the 3 line button on the top of your screen to find the "Events" tab. If you are using your computer: You will select the "Events" tab on the left side of the screen.

4. After you are in the Events tab, you will need to select the "Register for a new event" button on the right hand side of the screen. This will show you a workshop opportunities available to the youth based on their age.

4. Go through each workshop you are interested in registering for and complete sign-up.

5. Repeat for each workshop and/or member you are interested in signing up.

6. IF an event is "full", please sign up as we will keep track of a wait list OR look at opening up a second workshop. You will not need to pay if you are on the waitlist until we notify you that you are filling a spot.

Please remember the following: your place is not saved in a workshop until you fully complete registration AND you pay for the workshop. After your workshop enrollment, there will be an email that will come to you with directions on how to pay. You have 2 business days after registration to pay for your workshop. If you are not paid, your spot will open back up.

**Don't forget: If you have earned Clover Cash from the previous year (from awards, etc.), that can be used to pay for workshops!**

Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions! (402) 362-5508

Ages: Clover Kid & 4-H

Cost: $25.00

Registration Time Frame: May 1st to May 30th

Pick-Up Week: June 16-20th

Create your own personalized entry mat to use at your home. Pick from a variety of designs, and paint to your hearts content. Perfect as a family activity or for gifts for relatives!

This kit will include:

• Entry Mat
• Paint
• Brushes
• Stencil

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257007 Floor Covering

Design My Place - C251902 Simple Accessory

Ages: 8-18

Cost: $20.00

Registration Time Frame: May 1st to May 30th

Pick-up Week: June 16th-20th

Create a floral wall hanging or table scape for the home. By using artificial materials, this piece will last many years in your home decor. Add your own items to leave your own personal touch.

This kit will include:

• Frame/Board
• Moss and Succulent mixture

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257013 3D Accessory

Design Decisions - C257014 Accessory - Original Floral Design

Design My Place - C251902 Simple Accessory

Ages: 4-H and Clover Kids

Cost: $20.00

Registration Time Frame: May 1st to May 30th

Pick-up Week: June 16th-20th

Looking for a fun, outdoor family game? Look no further! Create your own outdoor Yahtzee game. A variety of options available to customize to your heart's content. This kit will include

• Bucket & Lid
• Set of pre-cut dice
• Stencils and paint for dice
• Materials to sand and stain dice
• Instructions and score sheets for game

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257025 Accessory - Outdoor Living

Ages: 8-18

Cost: $20.00

Registration Time Frame: May 1st to May 30th

Pick-up Week: June 16th-20th

Using loop yarn, we will be creating our own finger-knit scarf. This project is perfect for a quiet afternoon or a road trip.

This kit will include:

• 3 Skeins of choice color

Possible Fair Classes:

Knitting - C225003 Arm or Finger Knitted Item

Time: 9:00 to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: Clover Kids (5-7)

Limit: 15 youth

Cost: $10.00

Registration Closes: May 16th

As Clover Kids, youth can explore various areas of interest, which may help guide them into future projects as a 4-H member. Throughout this workshop, we will create a variety of projects that span different 4-H project areas to give youth an opportunity to explore. We will be creating 3 simple projects with items you can find around your home. Youth will explore their creativity with simple materials that can be entered later during the fair!

Time: 9:00 to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: Clover Kids (5-7)

Limit: 12

Cost: $15.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

During our camp, we will be working to create 2 projects, including a personal message center board! Enter your board at the fair or hang it up at home to keep track of important information.

Time: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 11-18

Limit: 12

Cost: $50.00 (If you would like to have your CPR certificate, that will be an additional $25 at the workshop.)

Registration Closes: May 16th

During this three-day training, youth will learn about developmental stages, first aid safety, age-appropriate activities, and more. These skills are set to help youth feel more confident when babysitting for friends, families, and neighbors. Youth will practice CPR, how to use various kitchen appliances, infant care, develop a first-aid kit, and have first-hand experience with school-age youth.

Youth will need to bring a lunch each day.

Time: 9:00 am to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages:10-18

Limit: 10 youth

Cost: $30.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Each day, we will focus on a new project that utilizes Resin. Learn how to use multi-part resin and UV resin to create home decor and accessory items.

Day 1 - Epoxy Resin to create a home decor item

Day 2 - UV resin to create accessories

Day 3 - Wrap up epoxy resin project and finish last-minute projects

This camp will take place each day, with the cost of the camp being for all 3 days.

Possible Fair Classes:

I Have What it Takes to be a Babysitter - C200004 Health & Physical Development

I Have What it Takes to be a Babysitter - C200005 Math

Design Decisions - C257013 Accessory 3D

Design My Place - C251902 Simple Accessory

Celebrate Arts - C262913 Mixed Media

Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 8-18

Limit: 12

Cost: $20.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Two projects in three days. We will tackle various art mediums during our time together. Select from two options for the first two days, with our wrap-up day on Thursday. We will tackle painting, fiber, mixed media, and more. The camp will take place each day, with the cost of the camp being for all 3 days.

Possible Fair Classes:

Visual Art Mediums - C260007 Original Fiber Art

Visual Art Mediums - C260011 Original Single Media Not Listed

Visual Art Mediums - C260012 Original Mixed Media

Visual Art Themes

Time: 9:00 am to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 10-18

Limit: 12

Cost: $10.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Ever find a frame you love, but not the art inside? In this workshop, we will be setting our imagination free by renovating art through updated painting, embroidery, beading, and more. We will supply a variety of options for youth to use to finish their pieces. Youth will be required to bring a frame of your choosing. Frame can contain original art, or be empty, and we will utilize supplies to update the project. This will be more of an upcycle project than visual arts.

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257009 Accessory - Original Needlework/Stitchery

Design Decisions - C257013 3D Accessory

Design Decisions - 257019 Accessory - Recycled/Upcycled Item for the Home

Date: Wednesday, June 18th

Time: 9 am to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 8-18

Limit: 15

Cost: $20.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Stained glass made easy! We will be using stain glass paint to learn the basics of stained glass. We will learn what leading is, how to create texture, and plan a design you can hang or use on any decorative glass. Youth will create a larger framed project and a smaller home decor item during their time.

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257016 Accessory - Original made from Glass

Visual Arts Themes

Celebrate Arts - C262905 Glass

Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Location: Mercantile Building

Ages: 8-18

Limit: 10

Cost: $15.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

We will work to transform a simple home item with mosaic glass techniques. Youth can bring an item of their choosing, plan a design, learn about various mosaic techniques, and transform their item with mosaics. Youth will be required to bring an item of their choosing to mosaic for this project. Join us to add mosaic charm to simple home items and elevate their style. This workshop will take place over two afternoons to allow work to dry between sessions.

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257013 Accessory 3D

Design Decisions - C257016 Accessory made from Glass

Design Decisions - C257019 Accessory Recycled/Upcycle Item for the Home

Time: 9:00 am to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 10-18

Limit: 12

Cost: $25.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Learn beginning floral design skills from the creation of a floral frame. We will practice by designing a small arrangement, then progress to building a 3-D design off of a picture frame. This design can be used to hang on a wall or set out in a table scape. We will practice various arrangement skills, rules of thirds, balance, and more.

Possible Fair Classes:

Design Decisions - C257013 3D Accessory

Design Decisions - C257014 Accessory - Original Floral Design

Design My Place - C251902 Simple Accessory

Date: Wednesday, July 2nd

Time: 10 am to 3 pm

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: Clover Kids & 4-H Members

Limit: 30 youth

Cost: $15.00

Registration Closes: May 30th

Join us for a day full of fun! We are exploring fun activities from Nebraska Game and Parks, along with creating a project showcasing what we learned. Areas covered will include casting and fishing lures, casting wildlife tracks, wildflower plantings, and more. Open for both 4-H and Clover Kid members. Families are welcome to hang out and join for the day!

Date: Monday, July 7th to Thursday, July 10th

Time: 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 8-18

Limit: 12

Cost: $35

Registration Closes: May 30th

Join us for four days of experiential baking. Youth will practice a new skill each day focusing on different areas of the 4-H foods division. This baking camp will mirror the York Parks & Rec baking camp (which will take place in the morning), so please only select one to attend.

Youth will practice baking certain recipes, take home recipes they can recreate, and sample products created in the kitchen. This workshop is open to all 4-H youth ages 8-18 with a variety of skill sets welcome. The camp will take place all four days, with the cost being for all four sessions. No partial amounts will be accepted.

Possible Fair Classes:

Foods 101, 201, 301, and 401

Date: Monday, July 14th

Time: 9 am to Noon

Location: 4-H Building

Ages: 10-18

Limit: 10

Cost: $15

Registration Closes: May 30th

Every year, we ask families to bring a fruit pie to donate to the food stand for fair. Ever wonder how you could make your own? This workshop is it! During our time together, we will learn from local pie makers how to create a delectable fresh apple pies - from SCRATCH! We will work together to create flaky crusts, cut apples to prepare for filling, and prepare pies for baking.

Possible Fair Classes:

Cooking 401 - E412001 Double Crust Fruit Pie

Dates: July 15-17 & July 22-24 (all one, multi-part session)

Time: 9 am to Noon

Location: Kilgore Memorial Library

Ages: Grades 6-8

Limit: 12

Cost: $25

Are you a middle school youth innovator ready to turn your ideas into a real-world business? Enroll in this fun, hands-on summer camp where creativity meets entrepreneurship! Camp activities and highlights include:

• Brainstorming sessions
• Branding workshops
• Idea Pitching practice
• Product creation
• Sales strategies
• Public Showcase
• Interactive learning
• Team collaboration, and
• Fun activities

Jenny Rees - jrees2@unl.edu

Amanda Hackenkamp - amanda.hackenkamp@unl.edu

Macee Parrish - macee.parrish@unl.edu

Laurie Linabery - llinabery2@unl.edu

Email: york-county@unl.edu
Website: https://york.unl.edu
Location: 2345 North Nebraska Avenue, York, NE, USA
Phone: (402) 362-5508
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