Sioux County 4-H
April 2026
April 19 - Panhandle Speech Contest
May 18 - Sioux 4-H Council Meeting 6 pm
May 25 - OFFICE Closed - Memorial Day
May 28 - Wilderness Wonders Camp
May 29 - Wilderness Wonders Camp
DEADLINE DATES:
April 13 - Speech Contest Registration Deadline
May 4 - Wilderness Wonders Registration Deadline
May 8 - Horse Camp Registration Deadline
Have you got enrolled yet?! https://v2.4honline.com/ is open for the 2025-2026 Enrollment Year! Deadline for 4-H enrollment is June 15, 2025. If you need help with enrollment, you may contact the Extension office for help!
As a reminder, if you plan to participate in Shooting Sports or the Horse project, you need to add those projects and sign the consents. To be completely enrolled, dues must be paid. Dues are $5.00 and can be paid with cash, check, or credit card. Checks are payable to UNL Extension. Clover Kids (ages 5-7) are free.
We are on the hunt... To see who wants to find the treasure at the 2026 Wilderness Wonders. On May 27th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm camp will be offered for youth going into 3rd-5th grade. On May 29th, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm it will be offered for 5-7 year olds. Both camps are $50 each.
Registrations are due May 4th to the Dawes County Extension Office! We must have the form and payment for registration. Registration in PDF below.
Join Tessa and Melissa to create a bookshelf, crate, and use the 3D machine to make a simple project.
Who: Ages 8+
When: June 8, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Where: Harrison Bible Church
Cost: $25
Register By: 6/1
Bring: Sack lunch
Youth are invited to join Nebraska Extension for a fun, hands-on baking workshop all about muffins! Participants will learn basic baking skills, mix and bake muffins, and experiment with different flavors and mix-ins to create their own unique recipe. We’ll also talk about how food exhibits work and how youth can recreate their muffins at home to enter in the fair. This workshop will take place in Sioux and is great for youth who enjoy cooking, baking, or trying something new in the kitchen. Everyone will leave with their muffin recipe and ideas they can use for a 4-H Food & Nutrition fair exhibit.
Who: Ages 8+
When: June 9, 2026 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Harrison Bible Church
Cost: $15
Register By: 6/2
Youth will create bell bottoms, design a shirt, and burn hats.
Who: Ages 8+
When: June 9, 2026 12:30 pm-4:00 pm
Where: Harrison Bible Church
Cost: $20
Register By: 6/2
Bring: Sack lunch and sewing machine if have one
The annual 4-H Horse Camp will be held at the Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford. The sessions include working ranch, horse stretching, riding games, creating a rope halter, and more! For youth members 8 and above the fee is $75. This includes craft, supper, t-shirt, horse stalls for Thursday and Friday night. For more information visit: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/dawes/4-h-dawes-county/workshops-programs-camps-clubs/
This is a great opportunity for youth to test our their livestock judging contest through this local competition. The registration fee covers lunch and prizes.
Who: Ages 5+
When: June 17, 2026 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Where: Sheridan Fairgrounds Gordon
Cost: $25
Register By: Day of
Come learn about plant ID and work on a range project! Great way to prepare for Plant ID contests.
Who: Ages 8+
When: June 25, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Where: Chadron State Range Complex
Cost: $10
Register By: 6/16
Bring: Sack lunch
Youth will learn basic leatherworking skills as they create and customize their own durable leather belt.
Who: Ages 8+
When: June 26, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Where: Village Barn Leather Shop
Cost: $25
Register By: 6/15
Bring: Sack lunch
New for this year, enrolled 4-H youth will receive complimentary access to 4-H curriculum developed at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln!
These hands-on resources help youth explore their sparks further and cover a wide range of interests, including shopping, entomology, poultry, clothing, babysitting, and much more! To learn more about complementary 4-H Curriculum, read this article: https://4h.unl.edu/.../complimentary-4-h-curriculum-now.../
State 4-H Summer Camp
We are excited to announce the 2026 Nebraska 4-H Summer Camp season! Youth are invited to join us and Big Gumdrop Outdoors as we explore the world around us through our Exploring Ecosystems theme.
The Nebraska State 4-H Camp is offering both day camps and overnight camp opportunities. Camp will return to Chadron for a 5 day overnight session (June 15-19) for youth ages 8–14. Day camps will be held in Grand Island (June 30) and Lincoln (July 22) for youth ages 8–12 providing a great introduction to the camp experience.
Registration is now OPEN! More information on sessions, dates, scholarships, and the link to register can be found at https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/nebraska-4-h-summer-camp/
Tractor & Equipment Safety Training
The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH), in partnership with Nebraska Extension, host Tractor and Equipment Safety Certification Courses across the state of Nebraska every year. This year's trainings will be offered across the state in May and June 2025.
Learn more about the Tractor and Equipment Safety Certification Courses at https://go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety-training.
Registration URL: https://cvent.me/0oRoRz
4-H'ers Helping 4-H'ers: Disaster Fund
At its heart, 4-H is about resilience and community. When disaster strikes, we show up for one another. The Nebraska 4-H Foundation's Disaster Fund is open to all 4-H families in need of financial assistance. Nobody navigates disaster alone, and the Nebraska 4-H Foundation is here to help.
For more information on how to donate or receive assistance, go to https://www.ne4hfoundation.org/4-hers-helping-4-hers/.
Stem Day
Sioux Shooting Sports
Door Mat Workshop
Tessa Reece - 4-H Extension Educator
(308) 432-3373
Melissa Mracek - 4-H Extension Educator
(308) 762-5616
Kassie Barrera - Support Staff
kbarrera3@unl.edu
(308) 668-2428
