SHERIDAN COUNTY NEWSLETTER

June 3 - Wilderness Wonders

June 4 - Wilderness Wonders

June 10 - Alarmed and Wired Workshop at Gordon Presbyterian Church starting at 9 am

June 12-14 - Horse Camp

June 16 - Fishing Workshop meet at Gordon City Park at 9 am

June 17 - Alarmed and Wired Workshop at Gordon Presbyterian Church starting at 9 am

June 19 - Beyond the Box Workshop at Extension Office from 1 to 3 pm

June 24 - Sewing in Full Bloom at Extension Office from 9 am to 4 pm

June 25 - Jump Into Summer Workshop at Extension Office from 9 am to 3 pm

June 26 - Clover Bud Workshop at Extension Office from 9 am to 3 pm

July 4 - Office Closed

July 9 - Buyer Outreach at 9 am

July 14 - Fairgrounds Clean up at 5 pm

DEADLINE DATES:

June 15 - 4-H Enrollment, Animal Affidavits, YQCA certificates

July 1 - Fair Entry Deadline

The fairbook is up on the website. You can find the complete book at: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/sheridan/4-h/2025-sheridan-county-fair/

Some changes to note in the fairbook:

• There will be a gilt and barrow division in the swine show
• Decorated cakes will be judged on Tuesday but will go home to a freezer and return for the auction on Saturday.

As a reminder the Fair Schedule for 2025 has changed significantly. Please refer to the attached Fair Schedule for a complete listing of events.

The 2025 Sheridan County Fair Theme is Sew It, Grow It, Show It!

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Reminder – there will be a $100 camping fee at the fairgrounds during fair week. The fee helps to make updates around the fairgrounds. Parking passes are now available to purchase at the Extension Office. Checks need to be made out to the Sheridan Ag Society.

This year for Family Fun Night we are hosting a Business Showmanship competition. The species this year is BEEF. We would like 4-H members who are taking this project to invite a Business professional to show their animal against other local business professionals. It will take place on Wednesday, July 23rd starting at 7 pm. This is a great opportunity for youth to meet and interact with local businesses. The 4-H Council has compiled a list of potential business professionals to ask, please contact the Extension Office for some of the names. Also please let the office know if you are planning to have someone show your project animal. See the form below.

New this year to help ensure buyers are informed of the change in the fair sale, 4-H members will be gathering on July 9th at 9 am to split into groups and visit businesses inviting them to the Fair sale. Members near Hay Springs will meet at Lister Sage at 9 am, Rushville members will meet at the Extension Office at 9 am, and Gordon members will meet at the City Park at 9 am.

We are excited to have you join us this summer with all the fun events we have planned. Check out all the summer workshops. Below you can find the registration form.

When: June 19th from 1 to 3 pm

Where: Extension Office

Who: 8+

Cost: $15

Registration Deadline: June 10

Get ready to turn an ordinary cake mix into extraordinary treats at this hands on workshop.

When: June 24 from 9 am to 4 pm

Where: Extension Office

Who: 8+

Cost: $15

Registration Deadline: June 10

Participants will make three projects including a full outfit. Youth will sew a simple bottom, design a t-shirt using the Cricut machine, marble dye and sew together a pillow. Participants need to bring 2 yards of cotton fabric and pack a sack lunch.

When: June 25 from 9 am to 3 pm

Where: Extension Office

Who: 8+

Cost: $40

Registration Deadline: June 10

Create 4 projects for Fair! At this workshop youth will create a bathroom shelf, hammock, blooming pot, and summer wreath. Participants need to pack a sack lunch.

When: June 26 from 9 am to 3 pm

Where: Extension Office

Who: 5-7

Cost: $20

Registration Deadline: June 15

Clover Bud participants will engage in hands on activities and create a yummy snack. Youth need to pack a sack lunch.

As a reminder, members who are participating in the Shopping in Style project need to only use the Shopping in Style narration form for the modeling. This form cannot be used for the notebook portion. The notebook should include the following:

• Why you selected the garment you did
• Clothing budget
• Cost of garment
• Conclusion or summary statement(s) stating your final comments on why you selected your "best buy for your buck."
• Provide 3 color photos of you wearing the garment - front view - side view - back view

Come join us at this year's Fort Robinson Horse Camp. Participants will create a lead rope, experience fun interactive sessions, and explore the beauty of Fort Robinson while horseback. Check out the schedule below. There are also scholarship opportunities available.

We are excited to have three local Progress Shows this year. The Sheridan County Show will be held on June 22nd in Gordon. See the flyer and registration below for details.

If youth ages 8-18 as of Jan 1 are showing beef, pigs, sheep or goats (this includes breeding, bucket calves and feeder calves), dairy cattle, dairy goats, poultry and/or rabbits at County fair, state fair, AKSARBEN or other shows, they need to complete the YQCA Certification.

There are 2 ways left to complete this certification:

1. Youth can complete an online course. This course has 3 sections and youth must complete a quiz in each of the sections and pass with an 80% or better. If youth do not get at least an 80% they are locked out for an hour and should review material. This course also has a fee of $12 that must be paid online.
2. Youth could complete the Test Out option online at the Intermediate or Senior Level. These courses cost $36 & $48 respectively.

Please visit: https://yqcaprogram.org/ for more information, get registered and pay fees for the in-person course, or take the online course.

Deadline to complete YQCA is June 15th! YQCA Certificates need to be sent (mmracek2@unl.edu) or returned to the office.

Please contact the Extension Office if you have more questions.

State Fair Livestock must be nominated at https://showstockmgr.com/ before June 15th.

Step-by-Step instructions can be found below. All resources including the State Fair 4-H schedule can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/state-fair

All livestock in contention to exhibit at the Nebraska State Fair will be required to submit a DNA nomination. This includes all 4-H and FFA breeding livestock, market livestock, and feeder calves. Any DNA nomination submitted through Show Stock Manager will also be eligible for exhibition at the Aksarben Stock Show. All animals will automatically be eligible for both breeding and market–no additional fees or double payments will be required.

These people are YOUR voice! Please contact any of them if you have an idea for a new or existing event or activity, have concerns with the program, or just want to have input in the decision-making process.

David Russell, Wendy Andersen, Michelle Heck, Nicole Janssen, Jake Scott, Kami Scott, Valerie Beel, Tim Campbell, Kris Stumpff, Melissa Mracek

4-H Council:
President - Zach Kearns

Vice President - Jace Stumpff

Secretary - Kaleigh Krebs

Treasurer - Brian Nelson
Members - Clint Vincent, Brad Beguin, Jackie Simonson, Brandon Jancik, and Chet Tausan
Youth Members: Jaxon Kearns, Lain Tausan, Kynsleigh Krebs, and Luke Laws

Extension Board:
President - Matt Albrecht
Vice President - Caleb Peters
Secretary/Treasurer - Paige Stumpff
Members - Trevor Ginkens, Morgan Weyers

Sheridan County Extension Office:

Office Manager - Wendy Andersen

4-H Extension Educator - Melissa Mracek

Livestock Systems Extension Educator - Brock Ortner

Rural Prosperity Extension Educator - Caitlin Roes

Email: sheridan-county@unl.edu
Location: 800 S Loofborrow Street, PO Box 329, Rushville, NE 69360
Phone: 308-327-2312
Twitter: @SheridanCounty